WHITBY MXC, NEWSLETTER 2017.

Several changes for this year, both to the track and program. The club suffered badly with
adverse weather and falling entry numbers in 2016. We cant continue much longer with the
entries we were getting. If there is no improvement we will have to stop running the Club
events and just run the National events. It isnt a simple matter of just running more events
to attract more riders as our hands are tied by the National Parks Planning Authority. We
must abide by their edicts, usage restrictions and planning conditions or they will stop us
completely.
In a similar vein, we are having to adhere to the wishes of the Scarborough Borough Council
Event Safety Committee or they can stop us completely. They insist that we provide
enhanced medical and ambulance cover due to the distance from the local A & E facilities.
Whitby has no A & E. The Yorkshire Ambulance service insist that normally we must
transport patients to either Scarborough or James Cook, Middlesbrough using private
ambulances. When an ambulance leaves the track we lose it for about three hours.
We are having another go this year and have initially planned two dates, MAY 21st and JUNE
25th. We hope to get the numbers up by making a few alterations. Due to popular demand,
the track itself was altered significantly at the end of last year to make it less technical and
demanding. It will continue to be spectacular and great fun to ride though. As the novice
classes are always most popular there will be two again. Classes 2 and 3 equivalent to the C1
and C2 classes we ran a couple of years ago, and class 1 for the quicker lads. Additionally, we
are introducing another class or group, the practice class, 4. This new group will be aimed at;
1.
2.
3.

The rider who just wants to ride his bike and enjoy it in a non-competitive environment.
Those who want to check out the track and its facilities and compare their lap times with
the race classes before entering the appropriate race class on another day.
The outright novice who just wants to get himself up to speed before joining into the
cut and thrust of racing.

This new group will have four 15 minute sessions of open practice with full marshal, medical
and ambulance cover. The cost will be 30 each and will include an MCF one day practice
licence. Holders of the Full MCF competition licence will get a 5 discount. You will be
covered under the event insurance. (no event insurance covers personal accident risks
though. However, the full MCF licence comes with the option of personal accident insurance
at very competitive rates and covers the rider 24/7, 365 days even when not riding) Several
companies also offer personal accident cover for motorsport competitors.
There will be the option of hiring a transponder for 10 for the day so that your lap times will
be recorded. Then you can compare times with the race classes. It will be best to reserve a
transponder at least a week before the event as the Club must pre-order and pay for
transponders in batches. If you havent reserved one you will be relying on there being some
left spare on race day.
For more information you can contact the Club Secretary, Paul Manton by one of the means
shown on the supplementary regulations. The methods preferred are email, facebook
message or text but if you do ring use the landline number 01723 862043 between 6 PM and
8 PM. Use the mobile number 07530 061 874 for text only please as the ring is switched off.

Whitby Motocross Club. www.whitbymotocrossclub.co.uk

SUPPLEMENTARY REGULATIONS 2017

(to be read in conjunction with the current MCF regulations for Motocross and any additional supplementary regulations which may be issued)

1. Event Details. The Whitby Motocross club will hold an

st

Adult only Motocross event on 21 May 2017 at Skelder Hill Farm,

Aislaby, Whitby, YO21 1TN.
Permit Number:- MCF17897
Course Certificate: - MCF17210

2. Officials
Clerk of the Course
Assistant C.O.C
Chief Technical
Timekeeper
Chief Marshall
Event Secretary

T. Jackson. MCF licence no TBA

R. Garbutt
G. Pennock
M. Swales
P. Manton.
Telephone, 01723 862 043
(6.pm to 8.pm only please)
Text only Mobile, 07530 061 874
(do not ring this number, text only)
secretary@whitbymotocrossclub.co.uk

3. Entries
Groups & restrictions, 1, 2, 3 and Practice. All groups are open to
members of MCF clubs who are holders of current MC Federation,
adult licences. To be produced when signing on. Day licences are
available at sign on.
Entries. All entries to be made on form attached or download from
Club website. Make cheques payable to: Whitby MXC. Enter
online at http://www.mcfederation.com/event-entries.
Cost of Entry. Race Groups 40. One day licence 10.
Practice Group 30 to include MCF one day practice licence.
If you already hold an MCF licence 25.
Maximum number of riders in each group: There will be a
maximum of 40 riders in each class. Entries will be accepted strictly
in order of receipt.
Cash Awards.
Group

1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th

(1) per leg 40 35 30 25 20 18 15 12 10 8

Trophies.
Groups 2 & 3 will receive trophies down to 8th place overall.

4. Programme
Signing on, 8.00 am. On arrival on site please go to the office to
sign on. All licences will be inspected. Practice, 10.00 am. Groups
1,2 & 3, 5 mins free then 10 mins timed
Practice session 1. is restricted to Group 1. riders only.
Practice session 2. is restricted to Group 2. riders only.
Practice session 3. is restricted to Group 3. riders only.
Practice session 4. Is the first of four sessions for practice group.
The first five minutes of each session 1, 2 and 3 will be free
practice. A board will then be shown at the finish line signifying
that timed practice is taking place. Start gate positions will be
determined by the fastest practice lap getting first choice then
second fastest etc. If the rider has no transponder the choice of
start gate will be allocated on a first come first served basis after
timed competitors have taken their choice.
Any riders who have missed their designated practice session must
ask the Clerk of the Course for permission to ride their statutory
two practice laps behind the Travelling Marshal. and will be given
the last picks of start gate. Riders taking part in the wrong practice
session may be excluded from the event. Racing will start as soon
as is practical after the practice sessions.

Races and Duration

Race No Group
1-4-7
(1)
2-5-8
(2)
3-6-9
(3)
Practice
Practice Group

Duration
3 legs of 20 minutes + 1 lap
3 legs of 15 minutes + 1 lap
3 legs of 12 minutes + 1 lap
4 sessions of 15 minutes each

5. General
Method of Start, Drop down D bar on a concrete base. Riders will
be brought under the starters orders by showing of a 15 -second
board. A 5-second board will replace this and the gate will then
drop within 5-10 seconds. In the event of an irreparable failure of
the gate mechanism, the raising of the National Flag will start the
race. Only competitors and officials will be allowed in the start
area before the start of any race.
Finish of a Race. Any rider crossing the finish line within 2 minutes
of the race leader and within 2 laps of the leader will be classed as
a finisher.
Results. Only competitors with MyLaps transponders will be
scored. You dont have to have one but If you ride without you will
not be placed or eligible for prize awards. Transponders can be
hired if you give us a weeks notice (we must order them in
advance). Riders in the Practice Class can also ask to hire
transponders so they can compare their lap times with the racers.
It is the responsibility of the rider to ensure his transponder is
operating correctly. The provisional results of each race will be
displayed at the office of the meeting as soon as possible after the
end of the race. After 30 minutes that result becomes the official
result. No protest(s) will be considered after this time.
Pot Hunters Every rider is expected to be honest and enter the
Group of their riding ability. If a rider is seen to be obviously
above the standard of the Group they have entered, the organisers
reserve the right to move the rider up into the correct Group, even
if this means moving him/her up half-way through the meeting.
Marshals. Marshals will be given expenses of 35 for the full day
of racing, one per marshal point. Marshals are enrolled on a first
come, first served basis or on previous experience. Marshals must
sign on, attend the Marshals briefing and wear the hi-vis jacket
or tabard provided.
Conditions
1. There can be no overnight camping at the site
2. No entry to the site by competitors before 7.00am on the
day of the event
3. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times. Pick up after your
dog. There are waste bins provided around the site.
4. This event is being held on private land which is a working
farm. You must respect the landowners property at all
times.
5. Competitors are reminded that they are responsible for all
actions of their entourage and they may be told to leave
the site if any person in their entourage misbehaves.
6. The Club reserves the right to cancel or abandon the
Meeting or any part of the program. The Club may also alter
awards and/or Groups as they deem necessary.
7. You are advised to check the club website on the Friday and
Saturday evening before each Meeting to see if we have
had to cancel for any reason. We will also attempt to
contact all entries by Email or text so please ensure your
details are up to date on entry forms.

Whitby Motocross Club www.whitbymotocross club.co.uk

Motocross Entry Form 2017 (based on MCF-04)
READ THE EVENT REGULATIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE COMPLETING THIS FORM. TICK THE BOXES BELOW
ONLY FOR THE EVENT/S YOU ARE PAYING FOR.
21st
May
Permit

25th
June

MCF17897

Permit

TBA

MCF17896

Permit

TBA
Permit

All at Skelder Hill Farm, Guisborough Road, Aislaby, Whitby, North Yorkshire, YO21 1TN. Course Cert no MCF 17210
First Name __________________________________________

Surname __________________________________________

Date of Birth _________________________________________

Address___________________________________________

___________________________________________________

Post Code _________________________________________

Email_______________________________________________

Home tel No ______________________________________

Mobile No __________________________________________

Race No (Not Guaranteed)____________________________

Make of Machine_____________________________________

Engine Capacity (cc) _________________________________

MyLaps Transponder No__________________MCF Licence No _____________________ One day License needed? _________

PLEASE TICK BOX FOR GROUP ENTERED, (SEE REGS)

1

Practice
Group

4
Declaration
I, the undersigned, apply to enter the event described in this entry form. In consideration of being permitted to participate in this
event I declare as follows:
That I have read the Codes of Practice and Regulations for the MC Federation, the Event Regulations and entry form (when
applicable) and I agree to be bound by them in every respect. That I am fit and not suffering from any physical or mental
disability which would impair my safe participation in the event. I undertake to inform the MC Federation immediately should
any change in my condition occur which I have reason to or ought to have reason to believe would affect my ability to
participate in this competition. That I have completed a medical questionnaire form (as requested during your licence
application) and that I will inform the MC Federation should my medical status have changed. As a participant I may be
exposed to the risk inherent in motor sport and that I am prepared to take such risks. I further agree that I shall not seek to
claim against MC Federation, the organisers, their officials, the land owners, the promoter or other bodies or individuals
connected with the event(s) in respect of any damage to my property howsoever caused, and whether by negligence or breach
of statutory duty of the said bodies or persons. MC Federation do not provide personal accident insurance.
Signed by rider ...............................................................................................

Date ......................................................................

Signed by parent/guardian ............................................................................

Date ......................................................................

(for riders under 18yrs)

Print name of parent/guardian (Block Capitals) ...
Entry Fee 40 for each round. 30 for practice, Inclusive of a 1 day practice license (Less 5 if MCF license held)
TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED:
Cheques to be payable to Whitby MXC': Send form and payment to: - Secretary, Whitby Motocross Club, 13 Alexander Avenue,
East Ayton, Scarborough, YO13 9EX. Tel: 01723 862043 between 6.00 and 8.00 pm. TEXT ONLY MOBILE: 0753061874.
Email: secretary@whitbymotocrossclub.co.uk

ENTRIES RECEIVED WITHOUT PAYMENT WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED UNLESS BY AGREEMENT