Rules

• All participants/riders must ensure that their registration for the event is completed well in advance, or at least 10 days before the event.
• Spot registration will not be entertained under normal circumstances. If a rider wishes to register on the spot, it will be considered only in exceptional cases.
• The minimum age for participation is 14 years.
• A parental authorisation letter is mandatory for all participants below the age of 18 years.
• All participants must submit a duly signed self-declaration and a signed acknowledgement of the Rules & Regulations.

• All bikes must be in good working condition, with properly functioning brakes.
• All bikes must be fitted with bar plugs/bar ends on the handlebars.
  All participants must wear a properly secured full-face helmet at all times during the competition, including while pre-riding or warming up on the course. Helmets complying with DOT or CPSC standards are recommended.
• All participants must wear fully enclosed shoes.
• Clothing that covers the elbows and knees is highly recommended. Elbow and knee pads are strongly recommended.
• Body armour, gloves, goggles and neck braces are highly recommended.
• Cameras may not be strapped or mounted anywhere on the rider’s body or bike during the race, except on top of the helmet.
• Cameras are permitted anywhere on the helmet, provided they are securely mounted.

• Race numbers must be clearly displayed on the handlebars of the bicycle. Competitors must not cut, fold, mutilate, apply stickers to, or otherwise alter the number plate. Race numbers are non-transferable.
• Participants must not use offensive or abusive language, behave in an anti-sporting manner, disrespect event volunteers or officials, or disregard the race regulations.
• Any deviation from the marked course will result in disqualification unless the competitor re-enters the course at the exact point where the deviation occurred.
• Participants must not alter the course in any way without prior approval from the race officials. This includes moving rocks, logs, course tape, or other natural obstacles. Participants found doing so may be disqualified at the discretion of the Race Director.
• The Race Director reserves the right to stop or suspend the race in the event of a severe rider injury or life-threatening weather conditions.
• If a participant withdraws from the race (DNF), they must immediately notify the nearest timing station or course marshal.

• Markers and course tape will clearly indicate the route to be followed, including changes in direction, intersections, and potentially dangerous sections. Markers will be placed at regular intervals along the course to confirm that riders are following the correct route.
• In potentially dangerous sections, one or more downward-pointing arrows will be displayed. These arrows will be placed approximately 30 metres before the obstacle and again at the obstacle itself.
• Two downward-pointing arrows indicate a more dangerous section and require increased caution.
• Three downward-pointing arrows indicate an extreme section. Riders must proceed with maximum caution and at a speed appropriate to the conditions.

Penalties may be imposed depending on the nature and severity of the offence. One or more of the following penalties may be applied:

• Verbal Warning
• Demotion of Final Race Position by one or more positions.
• Time or Points Penalty applied during the event.
• Disqualification from the race or event.
• Suspension from participation in the event or future events.

The Race Director has the final authority in interpreting and enforcing these rules. The Race Director has jurisdiction over all competitors, scorers, and event officials. Their decision regarding these rules, as well as any situation not specifically covered herein, shall be final and binding.