About this event
SCCA Milwaukee Region Presents
BADGER BURROW RALLY
May 3, 2014
Come join us for a spring rally. Badger Burrow will be a (mostly) paved tour with an emphasis on brisk country driving. Much of the event will be run in transit/free zones. This means that you can drive at your own pace on the unbelievable roads we have chosen. We will give you a car 0 time and an assigned speed near the checkpoints where you will need to remain on time until the control.
The roads on this event are unbelievable. Most roads are paved, but nothing is straight and level. There are a few unpaved sections, usually less than 1/2 mile. The roads twist constantly and climb up and over ridges. These are the sports car roads the area is famous for.
Watch users.frii.com/cindy/BadgerBurrow for more information as it developed,
or contact Chairperson Jay Nemeth-Johannes@smartsensorsystems.com
or call (970)290-9797.
Start Location:
Dunn's Imports / Vespa Middleton
6516 University Avenue
Middleton, WI
Schedule:
Registration - 9:00 am
Rally School - 10:00 am
First Car Off - 11:00 am
First Car Finished - Approx 6:00 pm
Finish Location:
Coach's Club
1200 Main St (HWY 14)
Cross Plains, WI 53528
Cost: $40.00/car, $5.00 discount for SCCA members
Event requirements
Badger Burrow Road Rally
Sanction S# 2014 NTR 20 01
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS (PRELIMINARY)
The object of the rally is to follow the prescribed route and arrive at each control (checkpoint) exactly on time. Contestants will be scored 1 point per hundredth of a minute for early or late arrival at each control.
These General Instructions and any addenda govern this event.
Conventions
- Numbers after Pauses, Gains, etc. are indicated in 0.01 of a minute. (for example PAUSE 100 means 1 minute).
- Creeping is defined as stopping or traveling at less than 10 MPH within sight of a control unless required to do so by a Route Instruction or by a Stop or Yield sign.
- Creeping penalties may be assessed at the sole discretion of a control crew. Failure to accelerate into the control immediately upon a signal from the control crew will result in a penalty. The control crew’s decision is final. The penalty for creeping will be 25 points.
- Official Mileages are given to 0.001 mile at timing lines, Car Zero Times [CZTs], Transit Zones, and Time of Day Restarts.
- Any portion of the rally in a Transit Zone and should be driven at a Safe and Prudent speed no higher than posted Speed Limits.
- There will be no more than one TSD Open control between Car Zero Times and/or Time of Day Restarts. The course between an open control and the next 'END TRANSIT ZONE' is also a transit zone.
- Route instructions will use a four column written format. (see below)
Course following
Please keep your headlamps on.
The course can be traversed at rally speeds with normal precautions and observing all normal traffic regulations and rules of the road.
Your ability to stay exactly on time will be the determining factor in winning the rally.
Official Mileages are given to 0.001 mile at all Numbered Route Instructions, including each CAST point, TSD timing lines, Car Zero Times, transit zones, and Time of Day Restarts. Official Mileage is reset to zero when the mileage is accompanied with the notation /0.000. The course was measured with a 2005 Acura RSX and Timewise 798 Rally computer attached to the left rear (undriven) wheel. Mileage was normalized to statute from a 50 mile section of I-94 between Milwaukee and Madison.
Start the rally at the time shown in NRI #1 plus your car number in minutes. There will be a tire warm up and an odometer calibration run provided at the beginning of the rally. The purpose of the odometer calibration run is to allow you to compare your odometer with the rallymaster’s and make adjustments if necessary.
Route Instructions
The Route Instructions for the Rally will be divided into portions. The Numbered Route Instructions (NRIs) will run consecutively throughout the event. Each portion will begin with a Time of Day Restart (TODR)
The Route Instructions for the Rally are presented in a four column format as shown in the following Example:
NRI |
OFFICIAL MILES |
CZT/ CAST |
INSTRUCTION |
---|---|---|---|
|
1.234 /0.000 |
CZT 2:35.00 |
"STOP". END TRANSIT ZONE |
In the absence of an NRI at an Intersection, participants should follow the obvious main (principal) road as determined by road centerlines, curve arrows, backed up stop or yield signs, or straight as possible. For the purposes of this Rally, dead ends, cul de sacs, road ends do not exist and should not be followed unless instructed to do so.
Breaks
Locations for gas, rest rooms, and snack breaks will be indicated in the Route Instructions. There will be a Time of Day Restart (TODR) after each Rest Break.
Transit Zones
A Transit Zone is a portion of the rally where you do not have to be precisely on time. Drive at or slightly below the speed limits until you reach the next 'END TRANSIT ZONE', then leave that point at the time specified.
There is a transit zone after every control location that remains in effect until the next 'END TRANSIT ZONE'.
Timing
Timing for the TSD rally is from the previous TODR or Car Zero Time (CZT) to the next timing line.
Timing clocks will be set to the time signal broadcast by WWV, adjusted to the local hour.
Controls
All controls on this rally are open controls. This means that you should pass the checkpoint sign at the assigned CAST and then stop next to the control car to receive a sticker with your timing information. You should then proceed to the next CZT point at a reasonable and legal speed.
The controls are identified with an orange checkpoint sign. Rally cars will be timed by the checkpoint crew as their front wheel passes the checkpoint sign.
Emergency speeds and signs
Emergency speeds are specified in the route instructions with by using the prefix E (ECAST, ECZT). These designations should only be used if instructed by the control crew at the previous control and remain in effect until instructed to cancel emergency speeds at a subsequent control. If no emergency CZT or CAST is specified, the normal CZT/CAST should be used. If the rally needs to be stopped for any reason, we will display an upside down checkpoint sign. Stop beyond the sign and await further instructions.
Scoring and penalties
Each .01 minute early or late |
1 point. |
Maximum timing penalty |
200 points (2 minutes) |
Creeping |
25 points |
Unsportsmanlike conduct or irresponsible Driving, including traffic citations |
Disqualification, or other penalty, at the discretion of the organizers |
Time Allowance |
No penalty |
Scoring will be done from the control logs compiled at each control. Final scores for the rally will be posted at the end point.
Time Allowances
Unforeseen events can happen on a Rally. Local traffic slows you, or you get lost. Whatever the reason, we want you to drive safely. Therefore, we encourage you to request a time allowance (TA) for any reason. You will find time allowance request forms in your packet. If you find yourself behind time, please fill out a TA rather than speeding to try and catch up. Fill in your car #, the NRI where you are claiming the delay and the amount of time you need.
Your TA will be on the half minute (0.50, 1.50, 2.50, 3.50 etc.) up to 19.50 minutes. Hand the slip to the people at the next checkpoint. If you need to, you may file a new TA at the next CZT or TODR as long as you are no more than 19.50 minutes behind the time for car zero.
Glossary
The following terms are defined for this rally:
Bridge |
A structure which carries traffic over a stream or similar barrier. |
CZT |
Car Zero time. Your time here is the CZT + your CAR#(in minutes) + any TA you are starting. |
Graphic Sign |
A black on yellow sign that represents whatever is being referenced (e.g. Cow graphic). |
NRI |
Numbered route Instruction |
Odo |
Odometer |
Quiet Zone |
A portion of the Route where caution and care to travel as quietly as possible should be taken thru a potentially sensitive area such as a farm or residential area. |
TODR |
Time of Day Restart. Leave this point at the specified time + your CAR#(in minutes) + any TA you are starting. |
Transit Zone |
A section of the rally where there is no assigned CAST. Drive at a safe and reasonable speed. There are no controls in a transit zone. |
Miscellaneous
A sweep car will be available behind the last car of the rally to provide assistance. If you get lost or decide to drop out, please contact the rallymaster at (970) 290-9797. Leave a text or voicemail if you can’t get through immediately. You will find an orange sticker with a car # in your packet. Please place this on the front bumper or right headlight of your car.
2014 Badger Burrow
May 3, 2014
General Instructions Appendix A
The following information is to be considered official, but is not necessary to run the event. It is included to satisfy SCCA requirements.
Classes (per SCCA)
E - No Limitation on Equipment
L – Any odometer and any computation device that is not connected to the odometer.
S – Stock Odometer or GPS odometer. Any app or computing device.
N – Novice. Same as S except neither contestant has competed in more than 3 TSD rallys. Note: Class N will be reported as Class S to SCCA.
Committee
Chairperson |
Jay Nemeth-Johannes |
Rallymaster |
Fred Rosevear |
Precheck & Safety |
Mike Thompson |
Controls & Sweep |
Jim Jurgenson |
Hotel Information
There is no headquarters hotel for this event. However a block of rooms has been reserved at
Country Inn and Suites
2212 Deming Way
Middleton WI
(608) 831-6970
Mention the SCCA rally to receive the special rate. In addition, we will meet at the hotel from 7-10 PM Friday evening for hospitality and pre-registration.
Registration
Dunn’s Imports is located approximately 2 miles east of the hotel at 6516 University Ave.
Pre-Registration
Pre-registration is encouraged and is available at motorsportsreg.com. If necessary, entries can also be mailed to the address below.
Schedule of Events
Friday, May 2
7:00 – 10:00 PM: Early registration and hospitality at Country Inn and Suites, 2212 Deming Way, Middleton WI. Stop by and avoid the rush.
Saturday, May 3
9:30: Registration Opens
10:00: Rally School
10:31: Car 1 receives instructions
11:01: First car starts event
2:30: PM (Approx) Lunch
6:30: PM First car arrives at finish
7:30: Awards
Questions
Any questions pertaining to the general instructions must be submitted in writing to the chairperson. All answers must be received by May 1 and will be posted at registration.
Official Observer
The name of the Official Observer shall be posted at registration.
Tie Breaking
Ties will not be broken for trophies. Both cars will receive the same place.
Contact Information
Address all correspondence to:
Jay Nemeth-Johannes
8901 N Rexleigh Drive
Bayside WI 53217
(970) 290-9797
jay.johannes@smartsensorsystems.com