Rules

As a member of the New Zealand blokart Assocation (NZBAI), who are inturn members of the International blokart Racing Assocation, we use the international blokart sailing rules. Once you have learnt these rules, you can sail and race with confidence around the world.

For a copy of the rules please download them from here. (272KB pdf).

ABC Ardmore Venue Race Rules

There are specific race rules when competing at our home venue that incorporate the above IBRA rules.

For a copy of the rules please download them from here. (164KB pdf).

Electronic Timing System

The club uses an AMB electronic timing system with transponders fitted to every kart. Transponders may be purchased or hired, and can be used at Bay Blokart Club events as well as they have the same hardware. For instructions on correct fitting of the transponder click here. (pdf)

Notes on Transponder use:

  • Keep your kart at least 1m away from the loop to avoid flatening the transponder battery
  • There is approximately a 4 second lock out where you tag will not be re-read. So if your over the line early - you have to be out of range of the loop for more than 4 seconds to get another read logged.
  • Please make sure you have the right tag in the right place in the right kart for the right sailor! (Obvious - but some people share karts or have more than one transponder.)
  • If traveling to another club, please advise them of your transponder number (XX-1234) in advance if you haven't attended with your own transponder before.
  • The electronic timing system is always right!

Quick Overview of Sailing Rules

Other then common sense and good sportsmanship there are 3 main rules.

  • Give way to the right.(Club rule modifying IBRA Port and Starboard Rule E.4)
  • Kart clear astern keeps clear.
  • Windward (upwind) kart keeps clear.

If your unsure about something, please ask one of our members, they are happy to help you understand the rules. Our experienced members are lenient on beginners and the club holds rules discussions regularly. With the 3 basic rules above, you can get out there and learn as you go!

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