2012 BAR Rules Update

Here's a quick update on the new BAR rules for 2012.

SponsorRule descriptionResult
Ruth
Sonya
Riders must declare their category before either online registration or race day registration closes. Start list as rendered to the chief judge will be the ultimate decision. Pass
RuthAll BAR races must provide results to USA Cycling/VCA within 2 3 weeks (21 days) after the race. If the promoter fails to do this, the race will not be granted BAR status the following year.Pass
BillMasters may not collect BAR points outside of their age group. This change removes the "Masters are allowed to race down" rule.Defeated (8-7)
PetePromoter VCA to provide free entry for "Wounded Warrior" military. If promoter is unable, the VCA will pay entry fee.Pass
Jeff
Parker
Only one BAR event is allowed per day. If two events are BAR events on the same day, promoters must work it out/change dates or both risk losing BAR status. Races under consideration must be on the calendar by the annual meeting.Pass
Ruth(Proposed at meeting) Reduce the VCA rider fee from one dollar per day to fifty cents per day.Pass