Mt. Bike Guidelines

Vermont 50 Mt Biking RACING REGULATIONS
(Adopted from EFTA Rules)

1. Racers shall complete the entire event, and complete it on the same bicycle upon which the event was begun.

2. All repairs during the event shall be performed by the individual racer only. No outside help or assistance is permitted.

3. All spare parts and tools shall be carried by the individual racer (cannibalizing other bikes is not permitted).

4. Racers riding bikes have the right of way over racers walking bikes. BUT, YOU MUST WARN RUNNERS THAT YOU ARE APPROACHING THEM AND STATE WHICH SIDE YOU ARE ABOUT TO PASS THEM ON. When practical, bikers walking bikes should stay on the least redeemable section of the course, when being passed.

5. Short-cutting and/or cutting trail switchbacks shall result in disqualification.

6. Unsportsmanlike behavior and/or the use of profane language are grounds for warning, relegation, or disqualification. The penalty imposed shall be determined by the race director.

7. All local laws, rules and ordinances shall be observed during the participation in the Vermont 50 event.

8. A racer may be suspended from the Vermont 50 for up to two years for damaging or destroying public and/or private property.

9. Protests can be made by any registered participant of the Vermont 50. The participant shall file the protest in writing with the Race Director or race official if the RD is not available. The protest period is immediately following the race and up to 15 minutes following the posting of the complete results for his/her class.

10. The Vermont 50 Race Director will make the final decision regarding any occurrence during the event.