Rules

Rule Book Updates for the 2026 Season

Rule Book Edits

2026 Season

BOR Pits

Pit Steward – Race official appointed by BOR to direct the operations of BOR pit and the immediate area around the pit including the operation of Main Pit.

 You can download load the inspection sheet here (PDF) – Link  

Radio Frequency (Weatherman 151.625)

Monitor who can be in the BOR pit – No loitering

Everyone in the pit must have signed the BOR  waiver

Pit Access Control & Credential Banding

To reduce risk in pit and hot pit areas, access will be restricted to properly credentialed and banded individuals only.

• Hot Pit access is limited strictly to banded individuals. No exceptions.
• All drivers, crew members, support personnel, and recovery personnel must complete the event waiver process before receiving a credential band.
• Credential bands must be worn visibly at all times while inside any pit or restricted race operations area.
• Pit Control and Race Officials may deny or revoke access at any time for safety violations.

Multi-Color Credential Band System

A multi-color band system will be used to clearly identify authorization levels and access permissions.

Example structure:

• Red Band — General Authorization
  Permits access general areas only. Not hot pit access
• Yellow Band — General Pit Crew Authorization
  Driver/Co Driver permits all access.
• Orange Band — Recovery / Support Authorization

• • • Hot pit access. 
    • Assigned to approved recovery and racer support personnel operating under the Support Vehicle & Recovery Policy.

Race Operations may adjust colors or categories as needed, but hot pit access will always require a specifically designated band.

Pit Set Up and Dimensions
Pit Area Dimensions & Buffer Zone Requirements

To improve safety, traffic flow, and emergency access, all pit areas must follow defined layout dimensions and buffer spacing.

Pit Area Definition

• A pit area is defined as the designated team space used for servicing, staging, and supporting a race vehicle.
• Pit spaces must be clearly marked with safety cones or staked where practical.

Buffer Zone Requirement

• A minimum 10‑foot buffer zone must be maintained behind the backside of each pit area.
• The buffer zone is measured from the rear boundary of the active pit workspace to the next vehicle, trailer, structure, travel lane, or spectator area.
• The buffer zone must remain clear at all times.

Buffer Zone Purpose

The 10‑foot buffer zone exists to:

• Provide a safety margin between active pit operations and traffic areas
• Allow emergency access and movement
• Reduce congestion and collision risk
• Create separation between hot work areas and general movement zones

No parking, staging, fueling, repairs, or equipment storage is allowed inside the buffer zone.

Pit Control and Race Operations may expand buffer distances where terrain, traffic, or event conditions require additional safety margin.

1.7.4 Pit Road Speeding Penalty     P 9               Approved

Enforcement  – We will be using radar guns during our events to check speeds in and around the pit area.  

  1^st Infraction:

Warning – Stop and talk about it – Scripted – go through it with the racer: 

You are being warned of a pit road speeding violation.  Pit road speed, unless posted otherwise, is 25 mph. The pit road speed limit is a safety measure for the people in the pits and other racers. Your 2^nd Infraction: Up to 10mph over  – 1 minute per mile over; 10mph over – 5 minute per mile over deducted at the end of the race.  Thank you for your cooperation. 

2^nd Infraction:

Up to 10mph over  – 1 minute per mile over; 10mph over – 5 minute per mile      over 

3^rd Infraction:

Up to and including DQ  

2.1.1 Helmets  – Helmet Update

2.1.1.1  – Helmets must be approved by, and bear the label of, one of the following:

• • Snell SA2020 or SA 2025
  • FIA Standard 8859-2024

    SA2015 expired at the end of 2025 – Use extended through the end of 2026                       Approved

Snell SA2015–certified helmets technically expired at the end of 2025. However, due to shortages of new helmets caused by supply chain issues, their use has been extended through the 2026 season. Helmets must be in good condition, with no cracks, damaged shells, or excessively worn padding, and the chin strap must not be frayed or deteriorated. Any helmet showing cracks, worn padding, or other damage must be replaced immediately, regardless of its certification date.

2.1.1.3               Helmet Skirt – Approved Language

It is highly recommended that all Drivers/ Co-Drivers wear 3.3a/5 gloves and socks. A fire retardant balaclava or SFI 3.3/5 specification helmet skirt and SFI rates shoes are mandatory.

2.1.3           NECK RESTRAINTS – Title change to Head and Neck Support (HANS) device requirements : Approved

New language

Approved head and neck restraints are mandatory and must be worn by all occupants competing in a BOR event. They will be checked at tech and must be recertified after 5 years.

HANS devices with SFI 38.1 certification must be recertified by the manufacturer every five years from the date of manufacture to maintain certification, with the device receiving a new tag after passing inspection and tether replacement, though FIA-certified devices aren’t required to be recertified but still need inspection for wear.

2.1.10                 Survival Supplies – Approved (And added to the tech sheet)

2.1.10.2 Edit – All vehicles must carry an approved tow strap rated for your vehicle weight and a minimum of 10 feet in length.  This will be checked at tech.

2.1.11      Battery Cut Off Switch – Approved

• Each vehicle must have a have a battery disconnect switch that shuts off all power to the vehicle – Master Kill Switch
• The master kill switch must be able to shut down the entire primary electrical system for the vehicle
• The switch must be located within reach of both driver a co-driver.
• Suggested Brands: Joes; Quickcar

2.4.3    Lights (P14)               Approved

Headlights are required and lights must be on during competition  

• Forward facing Amber/Green lights are now required.  
• Minimum size: 3” x 2.25” –  2800 lumens 
• Acceptable lights  – All Terrain Concepts Mini Scene Pod (Amber or green)  Link  

2.1.5 First Aid Kit  – Approved Language

A weatherproof first aid kit must always be carried in each vehicle and be easily

accessible within the occupant’s area without having to remove any body panels         or equipment.

The kit is recommended to contain at least the following items:

4             Disposable Gloves

1             4” bandage Hema Flex compress

10          Prep pads treated
2             2” bandage compress

1             Triangle bandage

8             2” x 3” adhesive pads

16          1” x 3.375” adhesive bandages

4             4 x 4 Gauze Pads

3             Steri-Strips / Butterfly Bandages

1             Ace bandage
1             Tourniquet      

1             Israeli Pressure Bandage      

2             Rolled Gauze

1             Abdomen Gauze Pad               

1             Eye dressing packet

1             Burn Gel Dressing

3.3 Safety Restraint – Approved

Shoulder harnesses should be mounted 10 degrees below the shoulder

Crow Safety Instructions (We asked for permission to use these😊) Link

Inner Door Bar (UTV – 5.25.11.2)

This is what is in our rule book:         

All vehicles must have full size doors with secondary latching system. Door skin material to be minimum of.060” aluminum or equivalent. A chassis integrated door bar with an aluminum skin is strongly recommended.

Protests

Protests considered by the Track Steward/Race Director CEO that shows a lack of

sportsmanship may not be accepted.

The decision of the Race Steward and/or Race Director will be final.