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General Description

The Iron Man 1 hour kart endurance is a 'Two Star' one driver,one kart,one hour endurance event. There are no fuel or pit stops. There will be a ten minute practice/qualifying session to allow drivers to set a qualifying time for the grid. Any driver who is not happy with any aspect of their allocated kart, will have the opportunity to change this during the ten minute session. No kart will be changed after the chequered flag unless directed by the Race Director.
The Iron Man is run as a championship but is also open to any driver who wishes to enter on a “one off” basis. The Iron Man event is suitable for both experienced and less experienced drivers. Those with less experience are strongly advised to wear a “novice bib” (supplied) to warn other drivers of their status and to make due allowances.

Rules & Regulations.

Signing On

All drivers MUST sign on at reception before going on to the circuit.

Safety Briefing

All drivers MUST attend the safety briefing.
Should any driver find that they have been delayed en-route to the circuit and may be late for briefing, they should telephone reception on 01634 201562 ext 310 and advise the staff of the situation. The Race Director will make every effort to ensure that the driver is sufficiently briefed on arrival. However, if this is not possible, the driver may have to forfeit the race. No refunds will be given.

Apparel

It is the responsibility of each driver to ensure that they are dressed correctly before going onto circuit. Crash helmets of the correct size for the driver must be worn and be correctly done up before entering the pit lane. If the driver is using a helmet supplied by Buckmore Park, balaclavas MUST be worn. Visors must be closed at all times when on circuit. Race suits must be fully done up and the belts must be done up or otherwise secured. Gloves MUST be worn at all times and any long hair must be safely tucked into the back of the racesuit or otherwise secured. Buckmore Park will supply Rib-Tec rib protectors will be supplied and fitted to each driver. Whilst these are not compulsory, we strongly suggest that they are worn to protect your ribs in the event of any incident. We recommend the driver bring suitable footwear for kart racing. Race boots are the ideal but trainers are an acceptable alternative. It is not sensible to wear heavy soled boots. High heeled shoes or sandals are NOT acceptable. Any driver failing to comply with any of the above standards, will be black flagged and will have to return to the pits for the safety of themselves and others on circuit.

Karts
The karts will be the Buckmore standard hire karts which will be prepared by the Buckmore Park Mechanics to a high standard in preparation for racing.

Driving Standards

All drivers must drive within their own ability when on circuit. Flag signals MUST be obeyed at all times. Karting is a non contact sport and drivers are reminded that any contact reported by the marshals, will be dealt with as set out in penalties (below)

Pit Lane

Drivers are reminded that the entry speed to the pit lane is to be at WALKING PACE. Any drivers exceeding walking pace will be penalised as set out below.

Alcohol & Drugs

It is strictly forbidden for any driver to be under the influence of any form of alcohol or any drug. Drivers suspected of any abuse of this rule will be refused permission to race. No monies will be refunded. Drivers will be asked to sign to confirm that they not partaken of alcohol in the 12 hours preceding the race.

Medical Self Declaration

The attention of drivers is drawn to the clause on the indemnity form that confirms your fitness to undertake motor sport.

Penalties

Drivers who obey the rules & regulations and all flag signals will not be liable to any penalties!

For those who do fall foul of the rules, the penalties are set out below.

Contact or kerbing*:
1st minor offence: Driver warning: 2nd minor offence: Driver warning: 3rd minor offence: Black Flag. Deliberate contact: Immediate black flag.

Overtaking under a yellow flag:
Immediate black flag.

Getting out of kart on circuit:
Immediate black flag.

Gaining an advantage by kerbing:
Driver warning.

Pit Lane Speeding:
Driver sent out to do one more lap and try again!

Ignoring Black Flag:
Lap deducted.

Incorrect Apparel:
Black Flag.

Aggressive/abusive behaviour:
Removal from circuit, expulsion from race and possible ban.

Alcohol/drug abuse:
Removal from circuit, expulsion from race and possible ban.

*Kerbing is defined as gaining an advantage by the use of kerbs.