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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 70mph, 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 August 29 - Sunday August 31. 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 35 different classes.
Pro-Am and Expert racers will also receive a cash award. 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 Beginner Runabout * Beginner Ski * Novice Runabout Limited Novice Ski Stock Women Runabout 1200 Limited Novice Ski Limited Amateur Run 4-Stroke Stock Novice Women Ski Ltd Amateur 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 Pro-Am Runabout 800 Open Junior Ski 13-15 Stock Amateur Run N/A Stock Juniors Ski 13-15 Limited Amateur Run N/A Limited Masters Ski Stock (Age 40 +) Masters Ski Open (Age 40 +) Sport Classes Freestyle Classes Sport Modified Amateur Freestyle Pro Freestyle * There is no earned number for Beginner and Masters classes. The following companies are cash contingency sponsors for the 2008 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 2008 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. NO SINGLE EVENT MEMBERSHIPS WILL BE SOLD 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 2008 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 final schedule of events. Thursday will be check-in for all classes but there will also be check-in on Friday and Saturday mornings as well. Friday August 29 - All Novice, Junior, Veteran and Beginner Classes You can check-in on Thursday from 2:00 pm -7:00 pm or Friday Morning from 6:30 am - 7:30 am. If you do not check in during these times you will not race. If less than an full field of racers you will run 2 motos. If a full field you will run heats, LCQ and ONE final. All races for the classes listed below will be run on Friday. The awards ceremony for these classes will take place on Saturday at the Suntan Lagoon. Friday Events
Saturday August 30 - All Amateur and Masters Classes, Sport, Amateur Freestyle You can check-in on Thursday from 2:00 pm -7:00 pm, Friday from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, or Saturday Morning from 6:30 am - 7:30 am. If you do not check in during these times you will not race. If less than an 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. The awards ceremony for these classes will take place on Saturday at 7:00 pm in the awards tent area. Saturday Events
Sunday August 31 - All Expert and Pro-Am Class, Pro Freestyle You can check-in on Thursday from 2:00 pm -7:00 pm, Friday from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, Saturday from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm or Sunday Morning from 6:30 am - 7:30 am. If you do not check in during these times you will not race. If less than an 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. The awards ceremony for these classes will take place on Sunday at the Suntan Lagoon. Time will depend on time of last race. 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 Thursday from 2:00 pm -7:00 pm, Friday from 11:00 am - 4:00 pm or Saturday Morning from 6:30 am - 7:30 am. If you do not check in during these times you will not compete.
WATERCROSS
NATIONALS SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Thursday,
August 28
2:00
am to 7:00 pm
Check-in and Safety Inspection All Classes Friday, August 29
6:30
am - 7:30 pm
Check-In Novice, Junior, and Beginner Classes
8:00
am
Riders Meeting
8:30
am - 10:00 am
Practice Novice, Junior Classes
10:00
am - 5:00 pm
Racing
11:00
am - 4:00 pm Check-In all other classes Saturday, August 30
6:30
am - 7:30 pm Check-In Amateur, Masters, Sport & Women Runabout Classes
8:00
am
Riders Meeting 8:30 am - 10:00 am Practice Amateur, Masters, Sport & Women Run Classes
10:00
am - 5:00 pm
Racing
11:00
am - 4:00 pm Check-In all other classes
1:30
pm
Amateur Freestyle
5:00
pm
Radar Gun Shootout
7:00
pm
Awards for all Friday & Saturday Classes Sunday, August 31 8:30 am - 10:00 am Practice Expert & Pro-Am Classes
10:00
am - 4:00 pm
Racing
1:30
pm
Pro Freestyle
5:00
pm
Awards for all Sunday 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 admission fee for your friends and family to come
and watch the APBA Watercross Nationals (except the parking fee).
Additional 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 $18.95 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 August 28, 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 and speak to Gail. 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, 2008. If the RV parking area fills up Nashville Shores will allow those interested to park and camp on the point for a reduced fee.
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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