| Frequently
Asked Questions |
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| Question
1) - What do I need to do to get started racing? |
| Answer
- You will need to purchase an AMA Membership ($39) and if you live
in Indiana you will need a District 15 Membership ($15). If you live
outside of Indiana you need to be a member of your home state. Both
memberships are available at the track the day of the event. |
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gear is required: |
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Helmet |
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Over the ankle boots |
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Pants (no shorts) |
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Long sleeved shirt |
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All ATV's must have a Tether Cord. |
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following equipment is strongly recommended: |
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Goggles |
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Gloves |
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Chest Protector |
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Pads (knee, hip, etc.) |
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| Question
2) - What is a Reads Membership? |
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Answer - A Reads Membership
is a discount Membership. It is not a club. Regular Entry Fee is
$25.00 per race. Reads Members pay only $20 per race. The cost of
the Membership is $50.00. If you plan on Racing more than 10 events
with Reads Racing you should become a member as it will more than
pay for itself! At Sweet 16 MX you will recieve rider discount at
race events only! Open Practice rates are not affected by Reads
Membership Status at Sweet 16 Mx. You also must be a member to receive
an award an award at the Reads Racing's Year End Banquet.
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| Question
3) - How do I qualify for an award at The Reads Racing Year
End Awards Banquet? |
| Answer
- You must finish in the top 10% of your class and have at least 300
points. If you qualify for an award you will recieve one regardless
of Reads Membership Status, however only Reads Members are eligible
to recieve a Jacket. Each member will only recieve 1 jacket regardless
of how many classes you place in. You will recieve a regular award
in every class you place in. |
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| Question
4) - How do I know what class to ride in? |
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- To decide what class to ride in check out our classes
page |
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| Question
5) - I have an ATV, how do I know If I am old enough to compete
on it? |
Answer
- AMA has provided strict guidelines for competing on ATV's. Age requirements
must meet the CC displacement allowed by AMA No Exceptions!
You can find a complete breakdown of ATV rules in the AMA
Rule Book.
Remember all ATV's must have a Tether Cord |
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| Question
6) - What does a Minor Rider need to compete? |
| Answer
- If you are under 18 years old you must be accompanied by a parent
or Legal Guardian. If you are a Legal Guardian you must provide paperwork
to verify your information. If your parent or legal guardian cannot
attend you must provide a Notarized Note from your parent or legal
guardian giving you permission to participate in the event. This note
must put a person over the age of 18 in charge of you. Under no circumstances
can a minor rider without a person over the age of 18 compete, even
with parental permission. For an authorization form letter click
here |
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| Question
7) - Can I bring a Pit Vehicle? |
| Answer
- Yes, But we are always watching the Pit Vehicle Situation. Pit Vehicles
are to be used as transportation to and from the starting gate, or
to and from Registration/Concessions. Pit Vehicles are a privelege
and not a right. We reserve the right to shut down all pit vehicles
at anytime. By using a pit vehicle you are subject to confiscation
of pit vehicle if you miss use the privelege. There is no riding on
any trails at any Reads Racing Facility. At Hangtime Mx there is the
original track behind the lower pit area. If you are caught on this
track at any time your entire party may be ejected from the park with
no refund. Parents Pay Attention - This means if your daughter/Son
is caught on the trails or on the back track at Hangtime, you can
loose all of the money you have paid and be asked to leave because
you didn't supervise your child! You are responsible for the actions
of all minors you bring with you! Pit transportation is to be idle
speed at all times!!! |
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| Question
8) - What if I get injured? |
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- Every rider is responsible for there own Medical Coverage. If you
would for example, break your arm, you are responsible for all costs
you would incur. If you are injured we have Ambulance service at all
events. Remember, unless our Ambulance transports you, you are not
charged for treatment at the track. If an EMT/Paramedic examines you
and (for example) bandages a cut, they do not bill you. Keep in mind
our EMT's are there for a reason. Please do not interfere if your
rider is injured the, EMT's are there to help, If there is a problem
our track personell will get you immediately. |
