Track Rules

1.     Immediately upon arrival, all participants must register their cars and frequency (Spectrum users still must state the use of a Spectrum system) and pay the track fee, prior to any run, even if you are not planning on participating in the elimination rounds.  Cost is $5.00 per car, per class.

2.     No consumption or use of alcohol beverages or illegal substances on the premises.

3.     No littering on the premises.  Before departing, always clean your pit area and discard waste in the garbage cans provided.

4.     Maintain responsibility and control of children and pets at all times.

5.     If you do not have a frequency pin, you do not turn on your radio.  If you run your car without a frequency indicator, you will be disqualified (with Spectrum radios being the exception).

6.     Lane choice in Bracket is done on a random drawing.  Racers draw a ticket per each car entered in the Bracket class.  These tickets determine 1st round pairings and lane choice.  After 1st round, lane choice is determined by reaction time from the previous round, with the better reaction time being awarded lane choice.  In the 2.50 Index Class, the closest driver to 2.50 without exceeding it is awarded lane choice.  All other heads-up Professional categories (Electric Top Fuel, Electric F/C-P/M, Super Gas, etc) award the quickest et in each round lane choice.

7.     Do not cross the center dividing line or touch any part of the timing system during eliminations.  You will be disqualified from that race.

8.     First or worst rules apply---but the Track Marshall makes the final call.

(example:  If a driver contacts the center line, and his opponent red-lights—the first driver loses because contacting the center line is worst than a red light.  If both drivers commit the same offense, the first driver that commits the offense is disqualified from that race.  If a dual red light occurs, the racer who committed the worst infraction is disqualified (ie - a .355 light is worst than a .399 red light).  If who was first cannot be determined in a dual offense, the Track Marshall makes the call.)

9.    If track maintenance is occurring and individuals are on the track, no cars are allowed on the track, past the starting line, until the Track Marshall re-opens the track.

10.   In the event of a tie, system failure or discrepancy, the Track Marshall has the final say.

11. You must compete with the car you qualified with.  No driver substitutions allowed after qualifying/eliminations have begun.

12.   The Track Marshall will announce all races.  When your race comes up, you will have 60 seconds to stage your car.  If your car malfunctions of fails to start, the other racer will be instructed to stage his car at the end of the 60 seconds.  If you are competing in the Bracket class, you may continue to repair/start your car.  You will only be disqualified from that race.  You may then stage your car for the next race.  If again, your car fails, the other racer will be instructed to stage his car.

13.  No car substitutions allowed after qualifying/eliminations have begun.  You must race the same car throughout the event.  Motor swaps are allowed.

14.  Track records:  All records must backed up within 1% and you must do it on the same day or within the same event (including National events).  If an apparent record is run, that car must be weighted and measured immediately after the run to validate that it falls within it's class specification.  If the car fails to report to the starters location to be inspected, no official record will be awarded, but a personal best will be noted.  Records can be achieved during qualifying and eliminations only.  Personal best will be recognized at all times, but officials must be notified.  All records will be cleared at the end of the calendar year.

15.  During qualifying and eliminations, if your car does not launch at the green, you must remove the vehicle from the lane immediately.  No pushing of the vehicle nor any testing of the vehicle will be allowed after that round of racing is deemed over and you make contact with your vehicle.

16.  During qualifying and eliminations, the timing trailer will be locked.  Access will be limited to changing your dial in or asking a race related question.  This is being done in order to minimize the number of distractions during racing activities.

Class Specifications

Below is a listing for classes run at the SAMDRL.  It takes 4 vehicles minimum to constitute a class.

Combined Electric and Gas Bracket Class

Any wheel-driven R/C vehicle may participate in this entry level class.  Drivers draw a ticket when they sign up per car entered.  This ticket determines first round pairings and lane choice.  After first round of competition, lane choice is determined by reaction time from the previous round, with the better reaction time being awarded lane choice.  Cars must be able to cover the 132 foot race surface in 7 seconds or less.  All cars must have a working brake system.  All gas vehicles must have an operating throttle return spring made of either steel or orthodontic quality rubber band.  Racing is done on a .400 pro tree.  First round losers move to the B-side bracket.  All rounds are single elimination.  You may change your dial-in at any time.

2.50 Competition Eliminator Index Class

Any wheel-driven R/C vehicle may participate in this novice level class.  All cars must have a working brake system.  Racing is done on a .400 pro tree.  First to the finish line, without going faster than 2.50 seconds will be declared the winner.  Single elimination rounds here with 1st round losers moving to the B-side bracket.

1.05 Outlaw Class

This class requires that the cars maintain the specifications listed below:

Maximum tire width: 1.05”

Minimum vehicle weight: 45 oz.

Wheelbase: Between 11” to 12”

Doorslammer bodies only

No wheelie bar or pick-up tabs allowed.

Wing: Limited to 2” from rear deck with 1” side dams

Qualifying will consist of three rounds.

Lane choice will be awarded to the driver in the previous round with the quickest et.

Must have at least 6 cars to create a B-side bracket.

Electric Pro Mod / Funny Car

This class requires that the cars maintain the specifications listed below:

Only car and truck bodies allowed.

Rear spoilers are allowed up to 2.5" inches in length, with side dams up to 1" inch in height.

Wing may be attached to the rear trunk lid area.

Note: All full bodied cars will not have a spoiler any higher than the roof line of the vehicle.

Must have hood scoop or blower & injector hat assembly.

19" maximum chassis length (No minimum)

12" maximum wheelbase

8.5" minimum wheelbase

10" maximum vehicle width

1.5" inch minimum front wheels/tires

2" inch minimum rear wheels/tires

Any mass-produced and commonly available (through a hobby distributor) cobalt or neo brushed or brushless motor allowed.

Maximum motor can dimensions are 2.5 inches in diameter and 3.5 inches in length (measured from end bell to end bell)

Motor must be equipped with a quick disconnecting motor power device that is clearly marked and accessible from outside the body.

10 cell battery maximum NiCad or NiMh Sub C cells

Any 3c Lithium battery 12.64 maximum voltage.

Maximum temperature 110 degrees Fahrenheit with connectors (no hard soldering) Soft shell batteries allowed.

40 oz. minimum weight

Qualifying will consist of three rounds.

Lane choice will be awarded to the driver in the previous round with the quickest et.

Must have at least 6 cars to create a B-side bracket.

Nitro Top Fuel

This class requires that the cars maintain the specifications listed below:

Any 1/10 scale dragster body allowed.  Body must be scaled in appearance.

10" maximum wing height measured from the highest point on the wing including the side dams.

36" maximum chassis length.

15" minimum chassis length.

30" maximum wheelbase

15" minimum wheelbase

10" maximum vehicle width

.375 inch (3/8') minimum front wheels/tires

2 inch minimum rear wheels/tires

38 oz. minimum weight with up to .21 cubic inch engine.  Any internal modifications allowed.

Must have operating throttle return spring, constructed either of steel or orthodontic quality  rubber band.  Exhaust must deflect upwards.

Electric Top Fuel

This class requires that the cars maintain the specifications listed below:

Any 1/10 scale dragster body allowed.  Body must be scaled in appearance.

10" maximum wing height measured from the highest point on the wing including the side dams.

31" maximum chassis length.

15" minimum chassis length.

30" maximum wheelbase

15" minimum wheelbase

10" maximum vehicle width

.375 inch (3/8') minimum front wheels/tires

2 inch minimum rear wheels/tires

40 oz. minimum weight

Any mass-produced and commonly available (through a hobby distributor) cobalt or rare earth magnet based motor allowed (Brushless and brushed allowed).  Maximum motor can dimensions are 2.5 inches in diameter and 3.5 inches in length (measured from end bell to end bell).

Motor must be equipped with a quick disconnecting motor power device that is clearly marked and accessible from outside the body.

10 cell battery maximum NiCad or NiMh Sub C cells.

3 cell battery maximum Lithium cells (11.1 Volts)

A red or yellow sticker must be placed on the windshield or cowling of body to identify vehicle as using Lithium batteries.

Extreme / Unlimited Class

Any wheel-driven vehicle may participate in this heads up class.  No motor limit.  Racing is done on a .400 pro tree.  All cars must have a working brake system.  All gas vehicles must have an operating throttle return spring made of either steel or orthodontic quality rubber band.  Exhaust must deflect upwards.  Lithium-Polymer and Lithium-Ion batteries allowed as a motor power source.  A red or yellow sticker must be placed on windshield or cowling area to identify vehicle as using Lithium batteries.  First to the finish line will be declared the winner.

ROAR Divisional and National Events

When a scheduled ROAR event takes place, all rules will revert to the ROAR class rules.