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Qualifying Information

Lap Distance: TBD

Start Method: Single car off the line.

Start Interval: 90 seconds

Group 1 Classes: TBD

Group 2 Classes: TBD

Staging & Start Times: Please reference the Schedule of Events for start times.

Site Lap: Each group will be given a guided site lap prior to the beginning of qualifying.

Qualifying Lap: Each driver will be given one qualifying run.

Qualifying Driver: The driver who qualifies your vehicle must start the race on race day. The qualifying driver will be given an additional “Qualifying” wristband at onsite registration that must be worn during both qualifying and the start of your race. Any team that fails to have their banded qualifying driver at the start line will forfeit their start position and be moved to the rear.

Co-Drivers: A Co-Driver is required for both qualifying and race day.

Mechanical Issues During Run: If you have a mechanical issue during your qualifying run, pull as far off the course as possible and notify race ops via the Weatherman Channel ASAP. DO NOT pull back on to the course or limp around to the finish as you may impede a qualifier behind you.

Additional Runs: Drivers may be given an additional run if their qualifying run is affected by the driver ahead of them. If you have been held up on your lap, return to the start line and notify race ops staff immediately. Granting a repeat run is at the discretion of the Race Operations Manager. If you are granted a repeat run, you will immediately. Additional runs will not be given for mechanical failures.

Course Cutting: You must remain on the marked course at all times. Departure from the qualifying course may result in disqualification and forfeiture of your qualifying position.

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