2012 ICE Racing Information & Season Preparation:
last updated Wednesday December 14, 2011 21:57 / For further information, contact "Terry" at: terry-b@telus.net
DRIVER SAFETY: from the NASCC site link
( http://nascc.ab.ca/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Supp-Regs-2012.doc )
1) HELMETS
Helmets must be in good condition. Helmets must be classified and labeled as Snell Foundation - 2000 SA, or newer.
2) EYE PROTECTION
It is strongly recommended that competitors use goggles or visors to provide eye protection.
3) GLOVES & CLOTHING
It is mandatory for drivers to wear a one piece fire resistant clothing manufactured from a material such as Nomex, Proban or other approved material. It is not required that this garment be approved by SFI or any other sanctioning body. Gloves and clothing must not be nylon, polyester or other highly flammable material. The scrutineer is the sole judge in all matters pertaining to the legality and adequacy of the clothing.
4) SEAT BELTS
A five point SFI approved Safety Harness is mandatory and must be of the motor sport competition type with a minimum width of 3" for lap and shoulder belts. The harness must have two totally separate shoulder straps mounted behind the driver with the fastening point above a line drawn from the top of the shoulder at a 45º angle (to the horizontal). The harness straps must come together in a metal-to-metal quick release common buckle. The harness must not have any discoloration or signs of wear and must be less than two years old from the date of manufacture for SFI belts, and less than 5 years old for FIA belts. The scrutineer is the sole judge in all matters pertaining to the legality and adequacy of the competition safety harnesses.
5) Race-Control-to-Driver Radio Communication Device
It will be mandatory for all racing vehicles to have a General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) or Family Radio Service (FRS), two way radio installed, with a means for the driver to hear the radio during racing. An in-helmet speaker, an ear piece, or an in-vehicle audio system may be used. The radio must be set on, and be able to receive, the channel specified by the Clerk of the Course at the Driver’s Meeting. The Clerk of the Course may waive this requirement for a radio at his discretion. Examples of appropriate radios include, but are not limited to, the Motorola EM1020R or SX620R GMRS/FRS two way radio with push to talk ear bud and microphone, and the Cobra PR4200 or L172002, available from retailers such as Costco and Best Buy.
Other Stuff:
HANS Device: Hans device NOT mandatory for ice racing.
Race licenses and club memberships: Should be purchased on or before Race 1. Jan 4th is the last club meeting before the ice race schedule starts. Or you can try to bribe the officials on race day...
Season Fees: (here's what it was in 2011...)
(i) WCMA ice race license is $45. (forms available at NASCC meetings)
(ii) NASCC membership is $70. (forms available at NASCC meetings)
(iii) Bribing of the class rep and/or the race officials is extra. (budget $110 for class rep.)
(iv) Race Fees are expected to range between $600 and $750 for the full 2011 season. A "Rookie" package is available at a reduced fee, which includes race school, NASCC membership and ALL races.