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AWARDS AND CHAMPIONSHIPS Jump to Awards and Championships Rider Contingencies APBA Watercross Nationals Similar to motocross on the water, Watercross racing is handle bar-to-handle bar competition that pits rider and machine in a personal watercraft battlefield. Reaching top speeds of over 80mph, closed course racing features a buoy-marked track that is designed to keep the competition tight and fans close to the action. Each race begins with one of the most gut-wrenching experiences in motorsports - the side-by-side gated start. Similar to horse racing, a PWC racing start features 20 riders exploding off the line, each thinking to themselves “I’m going to be the first one to that buoy. Surviving the first-turn is just the beginning. Speed, technique and racing ability will all come into play over the next 20 minutes, as the riders begin to negotiate a series of left- and right-hand turns - and oh yeah, one must not forget the man-made log jumps. Location: Nashville Shores - Friday September 3 - Sunday September 5. APBA
Amateur and Pro Freestyle National Championships This event will also feature the Amateur and Pro Freestyle segment that highlights the acrobatic abilities of these highly specialized athletes and their watercraft. One of the truly “extreme sports,” freestyle features some of the most gifted athletes on the beach, performing two-minute routines in an Olympic-style format for a panel of seven judges. The prestigious APBA Watercross National Championship titles and overall championship trophies will be awarded to the top 3 riders in the 29 different classes. Pro-Am and Expert racers will also receive a cash award in each class. The more participants in your class the greater the payout. Plaques will be awarded to the 4th through 10th place overall finishers in each class. Overall national standings in each racing class will be determined from Closed Course Only. No Slalom will be run at this event. No points are awarded for LCQs and Semis. Below is a list of classes that will compete for titles and overall awards. 2010 WATERCROSS NATIONALS CLASSES Runabout Classes Ski Classes Novice Runabout Limited Novice Ski Stock Women Runabout Limited Novice Ski Limited Amateur Run 4-Stroke Stock Novice Women Ski Ltd Runabout 800 Open Amateur Ski Open Amateur Runabout 800 Limited Veteran Ski Open (Age 35+) Expert Runabout Open Expert Ski Limited Expert Runabout Limited Pro-Am Ski Stock Veteran Runabout Open Pro-Am Ski GP Pro-Am Runabout Stock Pro-Am Women Ski Limited Pro-Am Runabout Open Junior Ski 10-12 Stock Lites Amateur Run N/A Stock Junior Ski 13-15 Stock Lites Amateur Run N/A Limited Juniors Ski 13-15 Limited Masters Ski Open (Age 40 +) Sport Classes Freestyle Classes Sport Modified Amateur Freestyle Sport Spec Pro Freestyle
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Thanks to Hot Products and other supporting sponsors there will be some special prices for our Junior races at the Watercross Nationals. There will be special awards for the Highpoints winners and winners of the HYDRO-TURF APBA Watercross Nationals. APBA Requirements The 2010 APBA Watercross Nationals is sanctioned and governed by the APBA and run according to the APBA rulebook. All participants must be a current APBA competition member and must present proof of valid membership to compete. Please bring your APBA membership cards. If you do not have your APBA membership card with you, be prepared to pay for a new membership when you check in. SINGLE EVENT MEMBERSHIPS will be available at this event.
Safety Gear
A properly fitting full coverage helmet, with chin and mouth
protection (face shield removed), that meets current DOT or SNELL M-rated
standard, must be worn at all times while on the water. A U.S. Coast
Guard-approved Type III life personal floatation device (PFD), in sound
condition, must also be worn at all times while on the water, including
during practice. Fines will be assessed to all riders in violation of these
rules. Wetsuits, protective footwear and eyewear are highly recommended.
Racing Numbers You must have two sets of race numbers, with the correct color backgrounds on your boat – one on each side in the front of the watercraft. If you do not have the proper numbers and backgrounds on your watercraft you will not pass safety inspection. Racing numbers must be black, a minimum of 7 inches high, and spaced at east ½ inch apart. Standard block-type numbers, without shading or outlining, must be used. If there are duplicate race numbers in your class, you may be asked to change your number during the riders meeting. New or replacement numbers will be available at the race support trailer. Pre-Race Inspection APBA rules require that pre-race technical inspections
are mandatory at all races. All watercraft, PFDs, and helmets will receive a
complete inspection before being allowed on the water. Every participant is
required to have his/her watercraft tech inspected, and it is the
responsibility of the rider to submit his/her watercraft to the Technical
Director for safety inspection. See below for the check-in/safety inspection
times for your class(es). Pre-race inspections do not certify that the
watercraft is qualified or constituted as legal for class participation.
The Technical Director may prohibit any personal watercraft from competing
that does not meet APBA technical requirements. All watercraft should be
brought to the designated area along with your lanyard, helmet and PFD. You
must be with your boat for it to be inspected. Your watercraft must have a
technical inspection sticker before you will be allowed to practice or race.
Here are some of the things that we will be checking for: CORRECT SIZE AND
COLOR BACKGROUNDS AND NUMBERS, grips secured and do not turn, battery cables
secured, zip-ties on all fuel lines, bow hoops removed on older models,
approved rubber nose bumper, flexible tow loop at bow, properly working
lanyard, approved intake grates and sponsons, and APBA stickers in their proper
location.
Event
Check-In Whether pre-registered or not, every participant
is required to check in, sign the waiver and release, and get a wristband.
This includes all racers, holders and mechanics who will be
participating in the event. See schedule of events for check-in times.
Sponsor Decals
In consideration of sponsor commitment and support of this
event, participants may be required to display sponsor decals, as well as
APBA stickers, on each side of his or her boat. Participants will also
be required to display a safety inspection sticker on the handlepole or
front deck. Stickers will be available to participants at registration.
Riders
Meetings It is mandatory that all participants attend the
published riders meeting at the scheduled time for each of the classes
entered.
Post-Race Tech Inspection
Every participant who finishes the race and receives
the checkered flag must immediately proceed to the tech-inspection area and
submit their watercraft for inspection. Failure to submit your watercraft
for inspection may cause you to be disqualified.
Pit Vehicles Because of the tremendous number of people who will be
attending the 2010 Watercross Nationals, pit vehicle rules will be strictly enforced. ATVs,
Mules, golf carts, beach carts, etc. will be allowed to transport equipment
to the beach. There will be a 5-mile-per-hour speed limit for all ATVs,
Mules, golf carts, Go-Peds, Scooters, etc. Fines will be accessed to those
breaking this rule. All pit
vehicles must remain in the pit area and follow the correct pathway to the
beach/pit area. Please observe the speed limit signs, watch out for
pedestrians, and do not ruin this privilege for all racers. Each rider will be required to purchase a 4-Day parking pass for $10 and a 3-Day Waterpark pass for $20. This will give riders all access to the Waterpark and Parking. All riders are required to pay these fees with there registration regardless if they plan on using the tickets.
Admission Fees Each rider will be required to purchase a 3-day Waterpark Ticket for $20. There will be no admission fee for Friday and there will be a $5 per person admission fee for races Saturday and Sunday for crew and spectators. Admission to Nashville Shores Water Park is separate from the race. See below.
Nashville
Shores Tickets Nashville Shores tickets are only needed if you plan
on entering the water park (not needed to watch the race). The rates for Nashville
Shores water park tickets are $21.95 per day if you do not get them through
us. They have given us a rate of $10 per day or $20 for a three day pass if
you need additional passes for your friends and family. These
tickets must be purchased from us to get the special rate. If you plan on bringing the family and going
to the water park, this is a great deal. You can buy additional Nashville Shores tickets on the entry
form.
Event Parking/Parking Fees The event will take place at the beach in front of Nashville Shores. Look for signs to Watercross Nationals Participant Parking as well as "WATERCROSS NATIONALS" directional signs as you come into the park. Nashville Shores charges $5 each time you come in and out of the park. Each rider will be charged $10 for a 4-day parking pass. Additional parking passes can be purchased for $10 each otherwise you will be charged $5 each time you come in and out of the park. NO parking for the event until Thursday September 2nd, at Noon. There will be people and signs directing you where to park. How To Get There Nashville Shores park is located in Hermitage, Tennessee, just a few miles from downtown Nashville. It is just a few miles east off of I-40. Take I-40 and get off at the OLD HICKORY BLVD exit - exit number 221B. Go South onto OLD HICKORY BLVD. Turn RIGHT onto BELL RD. You will see signs to Nashville Shores on the left. You will enter the Nashville Shores MAIN entrance, NOT THE MARINA ENTRANCE which is the second entrance.
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