CACC Rule Change Proposal
RCP-2023-1257

Date CreatedOctober 1, 2023
Name of ProponentKevin Wall
Short DescriptionAdd Ice Lapping to the type of events
Applicable Regulatory DocumentIce Race
Type of Rule ChangeAddition
Section to be Added or ChangedSee attached document
Proposed Regulation

Ice Lapping must be added to the rule book to qualify for the appropriate insurance. This type of event will allow the clubs to host lapping days.

2 Terminology
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ICE LAPPING EVENT: An event on ice /snow in which vehicles run individually (even though two or more may be in motion simultaneously). The relative performance of the participants is not timed as this is a non-competitive event. (Passing is not permitted)

3 Event Information
Add: (and update the numbers for the rest of the section)
3.2 ICE LAPPING EVENT
A CACC sanctioned event on ice /snow in which vehicles run on a closed circuit with one car at a time. Multiple cars may be on track at one time. Passing in any session is not allowed. Vehicles / drivers of similar speed or ability are grouped together to allow for sufficient spacing such that there is minimal chance of one vehicle catching another on course during the session. Participants are not required to possess a valid CACC Competition License.

3.4 B. GENERAL REGULATIONS
The regulations contained in this section shall apply to all IceX Events, Ice Lapping Events, Ice Attack Events and Ice Race Events held in British Columbia. They were designed to assist in ensuring a safe and enjoyable event. The regulations contained in this section are the minimum acceptable requirements that must be adhered to in all CACC sanctioned IceX Events, Ice Lapping Events, Ice Attack Events and Ice Race Events and must also fully comply with the regulations contained in the CACC General Competition Rules. Organizers of IceX Events, Ice Lapping Events, Ice Attack Events and Ice Race Events may elect to specify more comprehensive regulations as necessary.

4.1 Event Insurance
Clubs organizing and hosting IceX Events, Ice Lapping Events, Ice Attack Events and Ice Race Events must apply for and receive an Event Permit from the CACC and must apply for and receive appropriate Event Insurance from CACC.

5 ICEX, ICE LAPPING, & ICE ATTACK

5.1.3 2) Previous experience in IceX, Ice Lapping Event, Ice Attack and/or Wheel to Wheel Ice Racing or proof of equivalent experience is required. Proof of previous competition experience may be requested by officials).

5.3.2 2) Minimum Standards: To qualify as eligible to participate in an IceX, Ice Lapping or Ice Attack event, each vehicle must comply with the following minimum requirements:

5.3.2.6 ● Roll-over Protection - Ice Lapping & Ice Attack Only (recommended for IceX) - Rollover protection is required for all open cars (convertible top). All rollover protection devices shall be constructed to the requirements outlined in the CACC GCR. The roll bar or roll cage height may be reduced to the highest possible height which fits within an installed factory specified hardtop or convertible top

5.4.2 Ice Lapping & Ice Attack
1) Rubber
2) Street Studs
3) Racing Studs

8 TRACK DESIGN / SAFETY

8.1.1 Organizers are cautioned that participants in IceX, Ice Lapping, Ice Attack and Ice Race events are not covered by the participant's own vehicle insurance; appropriate precautions, therefore, must be taken

8.1.6 IceX, Ice Lapping, & Ice Attack Events

10.6 First Aid and Emergency Requirements
The following minimum emergency safeguards must be in effect at all times during an IceX, Ice Lapping, Ice Attack or Ice Race competition, including driving instruction sessions.

Reason for Rule Change

To continue to grow interest in ice racing.

Status/DispositionApproved
      The Confederation of Autosport Car Clubs
      BC's FIA/ASN Canada Motorsport Sanctioning Authority