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Introduction

Welcome to the Louisiana Cross-Country Series! Last updated: 01/03/09 (Top Ten added to section 6) Printer Friendly Version: The purpose of the LACC Series is to provide a fun, competitive, family oriented off-road racing circuit for families to enjoy close to home.  Careful consideration will be placed on picking the best venues in the state with a focus on providing several interesting spectator areas. Safety: When possible an ambulance will be on site during events and general rescue routes laid out prior to the start of the event.  A sweep (cleanup) of the course will be conducted after each event. Continual Improvement:  Series proceeds will be put back into the company for overall improvement (scoring system, purse money, better trophies, nicer banquet hall, etc.).

Table of Contents
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1.  Entry / Gate Fees
2.  Class Structure, Starting Order, & Race Lengths
3.  Class Definitions, Guidelines, & General Rules
4.  Course Markings, Flags, & Track Length
5.  Rider Advancement
6.  Scoring, Series Points, & Annual Banquet
7.  Qty of Races / Drops
8.  Trophies / Purse Money
9.  Penalties, Disqualification, & Conduct

1. Entry / Gate Fees

The entry fees at each event will be $30 per adult participant / $20 per morning kids race participant.  Gate fees will be $5 per person entering the race site (racers and spectators).  Kids 4 and under enter pit area free.  Cash and Checks accepted.  There will be no membership fees to race & earn championship points.

Adults:  You will need to purchase/rent your transponder at sign-up.  Pay $10 and if you plan to race the series keep it, if not return it to sign-up after the race and you will get $5 back.  Kids numbers will be manually entered, they will not need a transponder.

Each participant and spectator will be required to sign a waiver:  "I agree to hold completely blameless Acadiana Racing LLC, land/track owners, and any officers thereof for any losses or injuries (including death) that may occur as a result of my participation in an LACC event."

RIDE AND SPECTATE AT YOUR OWN RISK.

2. Class Structure, Starting Order, & Race Lengths

The class structure and starting order will be as follows:

*Bike numbers are for show only.  Each rider will be required to purchase or rent a transponder which will carry the riders number and will be automatically entered into the computer when the rider passes through the scoring tent.  The transponders will be the credit card style and will need to be taped under each rider's helmet visor.  Riders who attempt to mount it elsewhere may not be scored correctly.

• Adults will need to purchase or rent their transponder at sign-up.
      Purchase price (if racing multiple races): $10
      Rental price (if racing only one race in the year): $5        Note: $10 charge at sign-up and then $5 refund when returned
  
• Kids numbers will be manually entered, therefore kids will not need to get a transponder.  White sticker labels with bold black numbers will be issued to the kids & will need to be placed on their number plates (preferably with a layer of clear tape over them in case it is muddy).  Permanent backgrounds/numbers can be used but make sure the number is within the range listed above & contact us to make sure another kid hasn't already reserved it.

Adults:  Permanent backgrounds/numbers can be used but make sure the number is within the range listed above & contact us to make sure another rider hasn't already reserved it.  Here are the suggested colors (not required):
    XC1 Expert Class:  Red Background / White Numbers
    XC2 Expert Lites Class: Black Background / White Numbers
    All other classes: White Background / Black Numbers

Class Color Scheme Examples:
XC1 Expert Class (Red Bckgrnd/White)	XC2 Expert Lites Class (Black Bckgrnd/White)	All others (White Bckrnd/Black):

3. Class Definitions, Guidelines, & General Rules

The following class definitions and guidelines are intended to minimize "sandbagging".  All participants should be honest when choosing a class.  When in doubt enter into the more difficult class, it will help you in the long run.  This will be fair to all racers and will help the series grow, which in turn will allow for more classes to be formed / more trophies to be given out.
 

• Beginner PeeWee Class:
  Participants will be of ages 4-6 years old.  They may ride a mini-cycle with an engine displacement no larger than 50cc with single speed transmissions and automatic clutches.  This class is intended for the smallest of riders and as a guideline the seat height may not be taller than 21.7 inches (in the mini-cycle's original form).  Engine modifications may not be made to enhance performance.  Approved Beginner PeeWee bikes:
  Yamaha PW50, Suzuki JR50, Kawasaki KDX50, and KTM Mini

• PeeWee Class:
  Participants will be of ages 4-8 years old.  They may ride any mini-cycle with an engine displacement no larger than 50cc.

• Kids Intermediate Class:
  Participants will be of ages 7-10 years old.  They may ride any mini-cycle with an engine displacement no larger than 85cc, small wheels only (no larger than 14 inch rear and 17 inch front).  This class will also include 125cc four strokes.

• Kids Vet Class:
  Participants will be of ages 10-13 years old.  They may ride any mini-cycle with an engine displacement from 65cc - 105cc two stroke, and up to 125cc four stroke.  Wheel sizes must be no smaller than 12" rear / 14" front and no larger than 16" rear / 19" front.
  

General Rules for Kids Classes:

1. The rider must be large enough and mature enough to control his/her bike at all times and ride it safely: including starting, stopping, mounting, dismounting, and putting one foot down.

2. No training wheels allowed.

3. A rider's age on January 1st will determine his/her age for the year.  A rider may voluntarily move up to the next higher age class.
   

General Rules for Adult Classes:

1. A rider's age on January 1st will determine his/her age for the year.  A rider may voluntarily move to an Expert or Novice class although over 40 years of age.
   

General Rules:

1. Every rider must attend the riders meeting.

2. An estimated number of laps and course mileage will be given at the riders meeting.  For those riders who will need to stop for gas, a designated gas area will be marked.  Riders will not be allowed to gas outside this designated area.  Each rider is finished the first time he/she enters the finish checkpoint after the leader finishes.

3. An Acadiana Racing official has the authority to stop or re-route the course for any reason (impassable mud bog, ambulance access, etc.).  Riders not respecting this will be disqualified.

4. No changing of motorcycles during an event.

5. Jumping the start: A rider who false starts must stop and put both feet on the ground.  If he/she does not stop, he/she will be stopped with a black flag at the end of the round and held for 3 minutes.

6. Marking your starting position:  Stakes will be driven to mark each class's starting line.  Once the main starting area is clearly marked (may be as early as Friday night) riders may use a small stand to mark their starting spot ahead of time (first come/first serve basis).  Stands should be placed just to the left of where your bike will be; make sure to leave room for all handlebars.  This is certainly not required; riders may ride up to the start line just before the start & find an available starting position.  Example:
   

7. Participants and spectators will not be allowed to pre-ride the course (bicycles & walking also not allowed).  The only exception to this rule is for course workers who want to race but this must be approved ahead of time, contact us for more info.  During the event spectators may walk to areas for watching but must stay off the course at all times.

8. Riders may compete in 1 class only for year-end points according to their age & engine displacement requirements.  He/she must ride 5 of the events to qualify for year-end awards.

9. Exhaust:  Riders are not required to have spark arrestors; all events are on private land.  Bikes with extremely loud exhaust will not be allowed to race.

10. Noise Control:  There will be quiet hours at all LACC campgrounds from 9PM until 6AM.  No bikes will be cranked or ridden, no loud and offending behavior, etc. during this time.  No running bikes at or near the riders meeting.

11. No pit racing at any time, speed through campground is limited to 1st gear or 10mph - whichever is slower. 

12. Acadiana Racing will make sure to provide at least one port-o-let at each event but make sure to bring your own toilet paper for backup.
    

4. Course Markings, Flags, & Track Length

Course Markings:
The courses will be marked using a combination of arrows stapled to trees and ribbon.  Throughout the season different color arrows may be used (see below).  Danger areas will be marked with a X.  Incorrect trail turn-offs will be marked with a W (which means wrong way).

Continue on trail ahead

Veer right

Turn hard right

"Pre-turn" arrows are used to give a warning that a turn is coming up (typically used on high-speed fire roads or jeep trails).  Two arrows together are then placed at the actual turn.

The pre-turn arrows below will be placed where riders should start slowing down:

Double turn arrows will be placed at the actual turn (again, only used when turning off a high-speed section onto a hard-to-see small trail):

Various color arrows may be used, make sure to attend the riders meeting at each event:

Example ribboned off section - riders caught passing through, over, or under ribbon will be disqualified.

Flags:
A green flag will be used to start the riders, white flag used to signify one lap remaining, and black/white checkered flag used for the finish.  A black flag will be used to stop a rider so an official can talk to the person, this doesn't necessarily mean disqualification, but failure to stop can result in disqualification.

Track Length:
The track lengths will vary but will be between 5-8 miles long (including MX tracks).  Careful consideration will be placed on picking the best venues in the state with a focus on providing several interesting spectator areas.

5. Rider Advancement

Riders should not win the same class year after year.  Riders will be required to move up to the next difficulty level class to allow for other up-and-coming riders to have their chance at winning a class.  Once a rider has moved to a higher level class, they cannot move down.

More information on class advancement will be determined after the first LACC season.

6. Scoring, Series Points, & Annual Banquet

Scoring:
An electronic scoring system (MotoTally) will be used so each rider will be required to purchase ($10) or rent ($5) a transponder.  Riders can pick their numbers or numbers will be assigned during sign-up.  The quantity of laps and finishing order will be used to determine class results.  Read section 2 above for more detailed information.

Series Points:
Class points will be accumulated throughout the season & can be found on www.AcadianaRacing.com.  The Overall Top Ten competitors will be recognized and awards given at the year-end banquet.   The following points system will be used for each class:

The following points system will be used for "Overall":

Year-end ties will be broken by counting the qty of 1st place finishes, then if necessary 2nd place finishes, and so on until the tie is broken.

Annual Banquet:
An annual banquet will take place within the state.  Awards will be given out to recognize riders eligible for year-end awards (riders must race at least 5 events to be eligible for year-end awards).  An attempt will be made to either have the banquet in a central part of the state or rotate between northern and southern locations from year to year.

7. Qty of Races / Drops

The LACC series will consist of 10 races per year.  Two of the riders' worst races will be dropped, so only 8 will count toward year-end awards.  During future LACC seasons better venues may be added / unpopular venues taken off the schedule, but 10 races will always make up the series.  This should allow for continuous improvement.

8. Trophies / Purse Money

Trophies:
Trophies will be given out at each event.  If there are over 5 participants in a particular class at least 3 trophies will be given out.  Year-end trophies will also be given out at the annual banquet.

Purse Money:
A goal of Acadiana Racing is to give series proceeds back to the racers.  Expert & novice level classes may be rewarded with purse money as participation increases and funds are available.
 

9. Penalties, Disqualification, & Conduct

The success of the LACC series depends on participants (& spectators) following the rules, showing sportsmanship, and conducting themselves in a professional manner.  Cutting the course, fighting, foul language, and other unsportsmanlike behavior will not be tolerated.  Repeated or extreme cases may result in the banning of that person from participating in the LACC series (will be determined by Acadiana Racing official).  Women, Jr, and Beginner classes will most likely be lapped by some Expert riders; please pay attention when these riders are passing and allow them to get by cleanly.

• Cutting the course - disqualification from that event (rider will not get points toward year-end finish)

• Jumping the start - rider must stop & put both feet on the ground, or must stop for 3 minute penalty after the first lap (will be waived down with black flag).

• Course re-route - An Acadiana Racing official has the authority to stop or reroute the course for any reason (impassable mud bog, ambulance access, etc.).  Riders not respecting this will be disqualified.

• Confirming # at check - Some courses will include an observation check at the far end of the track to ensure riders are not cutting.  It is the rider's responsibility to yell his/her number to the official(s).  If the rider does not slow down enough for the official to get his/her number the rider will not get credit for that lap.
  

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