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Northwest Short Track Tour Rules

Last updated July 22, 2026

2026-2027 League Rules and Guidelines

Season Format Total Races: 14 Drop Races: 2 (lowest-scoring points races).

Points System Race Points: 1st: 43 points 2nd: 42 points 3rd: 41 points Points decrease by 1 per position.

Qualifying Points (Top 5): 1st: 10 points 2nd: 8 points 3rd: 6 points

Additional Bonus Point for leading a lap in any race Tie-breakers go to the driver with the most wins, then to the best average finish, then to most Top-5s. Heat Race Points: 1st: 2 points 2nd: 1 point

Race Regulations Tires: One set per race (for ARCA and SLM races only). Change allowed at halfway or earlier. Disqualification if you take tires after the halfway point of the race Top 5 Qualifiers are locked into the Race 30 cars to the A-Main Fast Repair: One fast repair allowed per race, usable anytime.

Tap Rules: Definition: A "tap" is required if you are caused and involved in the accident. Fault Determination: Admins will review replay footage to determine fault based on: Braking zones. Positioning during overtakes. Avoidable contact.

IMPORTANT: Notify admin of Tap via voice or text chat when tapping!!

Consequences: 1st Tap: EOL (End of Line) penalty.

2nd Tap: EOL penalty and final warning (may result in probation at admin discretion).

3rd Tap: Disqualification (DQ) and immediate probation, starting at the next race.

Failure to Tap: Results in immediate DQ and a minimum 1-week probation.

Caution Review: Cautions are reviewed post-race using replay footage. Penalties may be issued the next day if incidents require extended review time.

Intentional Wrecking or Retaliation: Any driver found guilty of intentional wrecking or retaliation will be immediately disqualified and may face suspension or removal from the league. VIA LEAGUE DESCRETION/ ADMIN

Behavioral Expectations: Blocking: Limited to two defensive moves per straight.

Unsafe Re-entry: Drivers re-entering the track unsafely after an off-track incident will receive an EOL penalty.

Probation Rules

Conditions Under Probation: While on probation, drivers are limited to two taps per race.

2nd tap during a race while on probation = immediate disqualification (DQ).

Probation Duration: Standard probation lasts 1 week (typically covering the next race).

Probation may be extended if additional incidents are accrued during the probation period.

Repeat Offenders: After two probation periods in a season, admins will review the driver’s behavior.

Additional penalties (e.g., suspension or removal from championship standings) may be imposed for repeated infractions.

Probation Clearance: If a driver completes the probation period without any further incidents, probation is automatically lifted.

Pre-Race Notification: A list of drivers on probation will be posted before each race, ensuring all participants are informed.

Appeals Process

Submitting an Appeal: Appeals can be submitted within 48 hours post-race due to extended review times.

Appeals must include: A written explanation. Incident timestamp(s).

Review Timeline: Appeals will be reviewed within 72 hours of submission.

Outcome: Decisions on appeals will be communicated via Discord/ League Messenger chat or league chat. If an appeal overturns a penalty, any disqualifications or probation periods will be adjusted retroactively.

Admin Discretion: Admins may request additional information (e.g., driver POV footage) to make a fair decision. Admins (Travis Barnes, Dylan Matthews, or any other member deemed by the admins) will make a reasonable decision based on many factors including but, not limited to drivers appeal frequency, history, and many more.

Prize Payout (2025-2026 Season)

1st Place: $65 2nd Place: $45 3rd Place: $35 4th Place: $25 5th Place: $20

Race Schedule

Practice: 6:00PM PST Qualifying: 7:45 PM PST Heat Race: 7:50 PM PST Race: 8:00 PM PST

Special Race Features

4-Car Invert: Applied every race. Heat Races: Top 7 drivers from each heat advance to the main event. Avoidable contact in heat races will result in loss of finishing position or an EOL penalty for the feature.

Pre-Race and Post-Race Processes

Pre-Race Driver Meeting: A brief meeting will be held before each race to review key rules, including taps, fault determination, and expected conduct.

Post-Race Reporting: Admins will release a summary of incidents reviewed, penalties issued, and decisions made. In cases where extended reviews are necessary, admins will provide updates within 24 hours of the race.