Smells Like TT Spirit

EVENT RULES:

A. GENERAL RULES 

1. The Basics: This event is governed by the 2021 SCCA Time Trial Rules (TTR), National Competition Format and National Classing as outlined at timetrials.scca.com plus the rules and procedures found on this page.

2. Check-in: Will be at Driver Information, located in the main lobby of the main building. 

3. Tech: Will be located at the main building in the last garage, drive around the building starting on the right and you will see it on your left on the other side.  If you DO NOT have advanced safety in your car (Advanced Safety = Aftermarket belts, seats, roll over protection, etc) you DO NOT need to bring your car to tech, just the tech sheet.  If you DO have advanced safety, please bring your car and park in the impound area.

4. Helmets- If you have a 2017, 2018, 2019 or 2020 SCCA issued Helmet Sticker, be it from TT, TNiA, Solo, Road Racing or RallyX- you are good for this event.  If you do not, please bring your helmet to tech.

5. Paddock and Masks- A mask may be a scarf, neck gator, balaclava, full helmet with visor down, so long as the mouth and nose are covered. Everyone on site is asked and expected to wear a mask at all times when in public places. The areas and paddock in and around the main building, bathrooms, timing building and pit lane are all considered to be public (map provided closer to the event). Areas and paddock space outside of that area (the gravel paddock) are designated as distanced paddock where participants are encouraged to maximize the distances between one another and may choose to remove their mask in their own paddock space. Personal vehicles, campers, enclosed trailers and tents are all considered to be personal spaces.

6. Drivers Briefings- We will have small group drivers briefings at 5, 7 and 8pm Friday and 8am Saturday/Sunday mornings.  Drivers are required to attend one of these, but please do not feel like you need to be at more than one.  

B. PASSING & TRACK PROCEDURES: Groups will use the suggested passing rules and procedures for Novice, Intermediate and Advanced Drivers as outlined in the “Rules of The Track” section found at timetrials.scca.com.

C. CLOTHING: Drivers are required to wear the minimum clothing outlined in the SCCA Time Trials Rules for their car and class. Safe apparel must be worn in the pits at all times (shirts and closed toe shoes). Crew members on pit lane must display their event credentials at all times while on pit lane.

D. PACED LAPS: Paced Laps are intended for Novice Drivers and Drivers who have never seen the track. Other drivers may join with permission of their group's driver coach if they join at the back and track density permits.

E. PIT LANE: The speed limit on pit road is 25 mph. No tire scrubbing in the pit lane prior to entering the course.

F. IMPOUND: Drivers will report to impound for post-session debriefs immediately following each session.

G. RESULTS: Provisional and final results will be posted at the Event Center. Additionally, final results will be posted no later than seven days following the completion of the event.

H. FLAG PROCEDURES: Black Flag Station and other event-specific flagging procedures will be announced at the event.

I. EVENT SCHEDULE: Actual session start times may be delayed from the published schedule due to unforeseen circumstances during the event. It is the driver’s responsibility to listen to the PA system and pay attention to activity on track. The schedule or run groups may only be changed (or start times advanced) at the discretion of the Competition Director, with concurrence by the Event Lead, depending on pre-race entry counts or as needed to accommodate situations during the event.

J. COMMUNICATIONS: Radio frequencies used by event officials may be monitored but shall not be used for communication by any participant.

DRIVER ELIGIBILITY:

The event is open to all drivers with a valid state driver's license and a full or weekend membership to the SCCA.  If you don't have a membership you can join or include the weekend membership when you register.

A. TIME TRIALS LICENSES: It will help if you have one, but it's OK if you don't. Event officials will work with you to make sure you get one fitting your experience level at the event. (No charge, seriously, its simple we promise)

B. MEDICAL: Please notify the Officials of any pertinent medical condition(s). Any participants involved in an accident in which there is significant damage or any injury, or at a race official’s discretion, MUST present themselves or be transported to the track medical facility for evaluation. Off-site medical transportation fees may apply.

C. MINOR DRIVERS: Drivers 17-years-old or younger can compete, but there is some extra paperwork so please contact Officials before the event and get approval from the Event Lead.

VEHICLE ELIGIBILITY:

A. SCCA TIME TRIALS VEHICLE ELIGIBILITY -  https://timetrials.scca.com/pages/vehicle-eligibility

B. SAFETY RULES: https://timetrials.scca.com/pages/safety

NOTE: All Convertibles, roll over protection is required, it is outlined in the safety link above, but if you have questions please ask prior to the event! We are happy to help!

Competition is open to all vehicles conforming to the National Time Trials Classes. 

C. TECHNICAL INSPECTION: All vehicles must be presented at tech to turn in tech forms and pass the event safety inspection (Tech) if required prior to any on-course participation. Competitors are cautioned that color combinations such as red/black, red/blue, and white/silver do not have adequate contrast for displaying numbering and will be asked to change if not easily visible.

D TIMING & SCORING: All cars are required to use fully operational MyLaps/AMB TranX260 or X2 transponders. The driver is responsible for providing correct information to Timing & Scoring. Non-functioning transponders will likely result in the loss of times.

E. TRANPONDERS: Need a transponder, we have you covered. If you have your own transponder, awesome! Please make sure to fill in the number when you register.

TRACK INFORMATION:

1. RULES OF THE PITS: All persons working in pit lane shall be SCCA members wearing the proper credentials.  Working pits will not be allowed in the area of the false grid.  Smoking is prohibited in all grid and pit areas.

2. RULES OF THE PADDOCK: The paddock is defined as the area adjacent to pit road, false grid and tech.  These rules apply to all paved and grassed areas.  Electric power that is available is to be shared by all.  DO NOT OVERLOAD THE POWER OUTLETS.  IF damaged, a $25 charge will be applied to owners of all units plugged in to the respective power pole for any damage to outlets on that pole. 

3. PADDOCK VEHICLES: Use of ATV’s or gasoline powered pit vehicles is at the discretion of NCCAR and the chief steward and shall not exceed 10 MPH. These vehicles shall be operated in a safe manner and only by licensed individuals.  No fireworks, firearms, weapons or illegal drugs are permitted anywhere on the premises.  Animals must be on leash at all times.  Failure to abide by these rules may result in immediate expulsion from the event premises by track management or the organizing region and/or a permanent ban from the track.  

4. SOUND CONTROL: A sound limit of 103 db is in effect Per everyone's ears.  

5. QUIET HOURS: No race engines may be run between 8:00 pm and 7:30 am each day, or during quiet time between 11:00 am and 12:00 noon on Sunday.

6. FACILITIES:  NCCAR is an SCCA approved 2-mile road course.  Water, air and electricity are available in the paddock.  Minimal RV hook-ups are available.  Portajohns and limited Toilets/showers are available.  No batteries, tires or fluids are to be dumped at the facility.  The speed limit on all Park property is 10 mph.  The paddock will be open for entry at 5 pm on Friday, or earlier at the discretion of NCCAR.  Any SCCA member arriving at the track after registration closes on Friday evening may be allowed to enter the track upon signing a NCCAR Track waiver, and at the discretion of the NCCAR Security Guard.  Any individual entering in this manner must return to Registration on Saturday morning before being allowed to participate in any part of the event.  Driver or crew not properly SCCA registered will be ejected from the track without refund.