I got an e-mail from someone who asked that post the rules and classes found in the NMRDC. I will do my best to explain them for somebody that is interested in joining the NMDRC. As I am neither a promoter or an official spokesperson for the NMDRC this is not official but it should be correct. For the official word contact Susie or Rick at DPI 292-6692. I am more like the Wendy's spokesperson on the TV commercial. I am self appointed ambassador with no official position.
Classes.
Expert: For those that are fast and have endurance. Experts run 4 laps on courses that have twenty to twenty five mile laps. This is a non trophy class. There is a payback based on entries.
Expert Classes: 0-200cc
201-250cc
251-open cc
Senior 30+ Any cc
Quad
Pro-Am: Started in 2003 for experts who want to move down into a "3 lap" class or for amateurs who are required to move up to expert but do not want to run a "4 lap" class and for anyone else who wants to run in a very competitive "3 lap" class. There are no ability or size limitations and there is no move up requirements. It is a trophy class with year end awards. Entry fees are the same as the amateur classes
Amateur: This sits between the Novice and Expert class. This class runs 3 laps on the typical course. This is a trophy class.
Amateur Classes: 0-200cc
201-250cc
251-open cc
Senior 30+ Any cc
Senior 40+ Any cc
Quad
Novice: This trophy class is where you start when you are still learning to ride and honing your racing and endurance skills. This is a two lap class.
Novice Classes: 0-200cc
201-250cc
251-open cc
Senior 40+ Any cc
Women's Any cc
Quad
Iron man: This class is for the rider who rides an 80cc bike but is to big for the mini course. The Iron man does 1 lap. This class also includes the Quad utility class. This is for a utility purpose bike with a shaft drive. This is a trophy class.
Minis: This is a short course class where the whole course is visible by spectators who also serve as track workers picking up the little racers who fall. This is a trophy class.
Mini Classes: 50cc
60cc
80cc
Mini quads. This class became an official class in 2003
Micro mini. This is an unofficial class put on by most promoters for the little guys on 50cc quads.
The rules below are take from a DPI flyer. Please see the individual event flyer for event specific rules. AMA membership is required for most events.
Rules:
Spark Arrestors- US forest approved & no leaks in the exhaust system.
Tighten nuts & bolts- Keep it safe.
ATV- dead man switch. Must kill the motor when pulled.
Canteen- You must have one to race.
Fire extinguishers- Required in all pits next to gas cans.
Riding gear - Helmet with no cracks, eye protection, long sleeves, Boots over the ankle (no sneakers).
Race card - On helmet clear of goggle strap. (Attach with electrical tape)
Numbers - Permanent numbers on all three number plates. 8" black numbers on white background. Temporary numbers will be assigned to first time riders. Temporary numbers will be given to you at sign up table. First time riders may call in advance to DPI to get a permanent number.
No gassing of your bike with the engine running. Time penalty for violators.
Overnight camping: 10pm curfew for noise. i.e. generators, loud parties.
If you break down on the course and leave the course to return to the pits, you are out of the race. You can get help from the check points. DO NOT GO BACKWARDS on or alongside the course to the pits. You must go forward on the course at all times. ( This includes sweep riders)
Post race impound. Be prepared to tear down for measurements at the finish line. Protests must be filled out within 30 minutes of the close of the race. All protests must be submitted in writing with a $25 protest fee.
Overall winner takes home the most money.
You must clean up your pits and put out your campfires or be subject to time and point penalties.