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APBA NATIONALS EVENTS 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 75mph, 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 am 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 main beachfront 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. Location:
Nashville Shores Beachfront.
The
prestigious APBA Watercross Nationals titles and overall awards
will be awarded to the top 3 riders in the 29 different classes.
Novice
and Amateur racers compete for trophies and awards. Plaques will be awarded to the
4th through 10th place overall finishers in each class. Expert and Pro-Am riders will also receive a cash award. Overall standings in each racing class will be determined from Closed Course Only. No Slalom will be run at this event for any class. No points are awarded for LCQs and Semis. Below is a list of classes that will compete for titles and overall awards. Runabout Classes Ski Classes Novice Runabout Limited Novice Ski Stock Spec 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 Spec 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 Limited Juniors Ski 13-15 Limited Masters Ski Open (Age 40 +) Sport Classes Freestyle Classes Sport Modified Amateur Freestyle Sport Spec Pro Freestyle The following companies are cash contingency sponsors for the 2010 APBA Watercross National Championship. Please read the eligibility requirements for each of the participating companies below. Click on the logo for more info
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 or it has expired, be prepared to pay for a new membership when you check in. SINGLE EVENT MEMBERSHIPS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE 2010 NATIONALS. 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. Below is the schedule of events. Please note that the race schedule has changed as the event will now run in two days with an open practice session on Friday. Friday will be check-in for all classes but there will also be check-in on Saturday and Sunday mornings as well. PRACTICE Each racer will receive a practice chip for each division of racing they have entered (Ski, Sport or Runabout). Racers will be allowed one practice per division. There will be an open practice session on Friday and Saturday evening as well as a last chance practice each morning. Friday September 3rd Events You can check-in on Friday from 2:00 pm -7:00 pm or Friday Morning from 6:30 am - 7:45 am. If you do not check in during these times you will not race. If less than a full field of racers you will run 2 motos. If a full field you will run heats, LCQ and ONE final. The awards ceremony for ALL classes will take place on SUNDAY at the Suntan Lagoon. FRIDAY EVENTS
Saturday September 4th Events You can check-in on Friday from 2:00 pm -7:00 pm, or Saturday Morning from 6:30 am - 7:45 am. If you do not check in during these times you will not race. If less than a full field of racers you will run 2 motos. If a full field you will run heats, LCQ and a final. All races for the classes listed below will be run on Saturday. Practice will be on Friday evening from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. There will also be a last chance practice on Saturday morning. The awards ceremony for these classes will take place on SUNDAY at 7:00 pm at the Suntan Lagoon area.
SATURDAY EVENTS
Sunday September 5th Events You can check-in on Friday from 2:00 pm -7:00 pm, Saturday from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm or Sunday morning from 7:00 am - 7:45 am. If you do not check in during these times you will not race. If less than a full field of racers you will run 2 motos. If a full field you will run heats, LCQ and a final. All races for the classes listed below will be run on Sunday. Practice will be on Friday evening from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. There will also be a last chance practice on Sunday morning. The awards ceremony for these classes will take place on SUNDAY at 7:00 pm at the Suntan Lagoon area.
SUNDAY'S EVENTS
Freestyle Riders Amateur Freestyle will be run on Saturday and Pro Freestyle will be run on Sunday. You can check in on Friday from 2:00 pm -7:00 pm, or Saturday morning from 6:30 am - 7:45 am. Pro-Freestyle can also check in on Sunday morning from 7:00 am – 7:45 am. APBA WATERCROSS NATIONALS SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Friday, September 3 2:00 am to 7:00 pm Check-in and Safety Inspection All Classes 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm Open Practice Session for ALL Classes
Saturday, September 4 6:30 am - 7:45 pm Check-In all Saturday Classes 8:00 am Riders Meeting 8:30 am - 9:15 am Last Chance Practice All Saturday Classes 9:15 am - 5:00 pm Racing All Saturday Classes 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Check-In all other classes 1:30 pm Amateur Freestyle 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Open Practice for all Sunday Classes
Sunday, September 5 7:000 am - 7:45 pm Check-In all Sunday Classes 8:00 am Riders Meeting 8:30 am - 9:15 am Last Chance Practice All Saturday Classes 9:15 am - 5:00 pm Racing All Sunday Classes 1:30 pm Pro Freestyle 7:00 pm AWARDS FOR AL CLASSES Admission Fees
Each rider will be charged $30 per
rider (not per class) for a 4-Day Parking Pass and 3-day Superpass to
Nashville Shores Water Park. All riders must pay this
fee.
There is no charge to watch races/practice on Friday
and a $5 per day fee for Saturday and Sunday. Nashville Shores
Water Park tickets can be purchased at a discounted rate. See below. Nashville
Shores Tickets Each rider will receive one Nashville Shores 3-Day Superpass. Nashville Shores tickets are only needed if you plan on entering the water park (not needed to watch 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 Super pass. 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 Nashville Shoes tickets on the entry form and at the registration area. Event Parking/Parking Fees Each rider will receive a 4-Day Parking Pass as part of his admission fee and receive a special parking pass to be placed in the window of your vehicle. Nashville Shores charges $5 each time you come in and out of the park. If you do not have this parking pass you will be charged $5 each time you come in the park. Additional parking passes can be purchased on the entry form and at registration for $10 for a 4-Day pass. NO parking for the event until Thursday September 2, at Noon. There will be people directing you where to park. Pit Parking Riders can park at the point pit area for no additional charge or rent an RV spot. Nashville Shores Camping and RV Parking Nashville Shores has a nice RV parking area as well as a Tent Camping area for those wanting to tent camp. To reserve an RV spot please call (615) 889-7050. There are plenty of camping and RV spots available and you can reserve an RV spot for your trailer if you want to pay for it. RV spots are first come first serve and only a few RV sites have full hook-ups. The park will begin to take RV reservations on June 1, 2010.
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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