Flags
Green Flag:
Green means go. From the start of the race until another flag is shown, if the green is out, its full throttle around the track.
White Flag:
Signals one lap left in the race.
Checkered Flag:
End of the race. Once you pass the start/finish line, begin to reduce speed slowly, do not jam on the brakes as cars behind you are still coming fast.
Yellow Flag:
Caution on the track. That means slow down quickly but carefully. Again, don't jam on the brakes as cars behind you may not be able to slow in time. Also begin to look further ahead on the track for wrecked/stopped cars or debris. If possible, wave your hand to let others know you're slowing down.
Red Flag:
Stop all cars. Usually the yellow flag will come out first to get cars to slow down, then the red flag will come out to stop all cars. Once the red flag is out, come to a complete stop, right where you are. You may be instructed by an official to move to a different spot. If possible, wave your hand to let others know you're slowing down.
Blue Flag:
Move over, faster cars are coming up behind you. If you see this flag, check your mirrors and move over safely, out of the main racing groove. Generally for CSR, if you see the blue flag, pull to the far inside of the track. This flag usually comes out for cars that are about to be lapped.
Black Flag:
This means you must pull off the track. Depending on the track, either pull off the track, or pull into the middle of the track. If possible, wave your hand to let others know you're slowing down to get off the track. The black flag can either mean you are being penalized for an incident (like rough driving) on the track or you have an equipment problem. If its an equipment problem, correct it, then pull back up to the track entrance and wait to be let back on the track. If it's for an incident on the track, stay in your pits because you will NOT be allowed back on the track for that race. If possible, wave your hand to let others know you're slowing down to get off the track.
Race Starts
The start of every race will be a double-file lineup. The first starting car will lineup on the inside of the front row. The second car will be on the outside front row, third will be on inside of second row and so on and so forth. The first starting car will control the pace of the field, a pace set by the track officials. Cars will generally start to pick up speed in turn 3, when coming to the green flag.
Rookies in CSR will not be allowed to start a race as the first starting car unless they've raced in at least 3 previous CSR events or show proficiency and have the CSR President's approval to start up front.
On the double file starts to a race, a driver may not pass another car until they pass the start/finish line. The only exception is an extremely slow car, that is off the pace, they can be passed at your own risk as the flagman may or may not disqualify you based on their judgement. Starts are also up to review by CSR Officials after the race.
All restarts to a race will be single file. Lapped cars will stay in the same line as lead lap cars. Once the green flag is waived, all drivers may improve their position before the start finish line. However, these passes are also up to the discretion of the flagman and CSR Officials, for any unfair tactics (like lagging behind, or lifting the rear end of the car in front).
Before the green flag waives, most tracks will allow for 1 or more pace laps. Drivers may warm up their tires and move around, under control, to get their car ready. However, once the flagman signals one lap to go (usually with a single finger and rolled up yellow flag), all drivers must stay in line (no tire scrubbing) and maintain a proper distance to the car in front.
Some Video Examples of Starts
Conduct While Driving
CSR does not condone aggresive driving and does not believe in the "rubbin is racing" theory, however, CSR understands contact will happen during racing. Accidental contact will often occur, yet too much "accidental" contact will be addressed by CSR.
Safety is the utmost concern for CSR and its drivers, that's why we are much stricter than most divisions of racing. We also understand our drivers don't have million dollar NASCAR budgets to repair their cars week after week.
The generally accepted way of driving in Super Cups is Lane Vs Line. If you are by yourself (no cars to your inside or outside) you can drive your preferred line around the track. Once a car is on your inside our outside, you must stay in the lane you are currently in (inside, middle, or outside lane).
The flagman will usually address any problems on the track, including warnings (usually by pointing a rolled up flag at the violator) or issuing the black flag. Flagman's decisions are final, there is no arguing during or after the race with the flagman or any track official.
If a driver is the cause of two yellow flags, in most cases the flagman will black flag and disqualify that driver. In other words, if you bring out the caution flag, tread lightly because you are walking now on thin ice! Another yellow will mean disqualification.
Not all events are seen by the flagman and any and all incidents on the track are subject to review by CSR officials AFTER the race night. Drivers may also make a complaint about someone else's driving by putting the complaint in writing (standard forms will be available soon). However, just because a complaint is made, does not mean that a penalty will be assessed.
Ultimately we ask all our drivers to race other competitors the way they want to be raced. We hold our drivers to a higher standard and maturity level than most racing series.We always have and most drivers will always meet those standards. Intentional ramming or spinning of cars, or any other action that seriously puts any driver, track official, or spectator in danger will result in the severest of penalties up to and including removal from the CSR organization. We are here to just have fun!
Racing Events
At most CSR racing events, the schedule/order/type of races follow a standard format:
Sign-In: All CSR drivers and crew must sign in and register at the track pit gate.
Pre-Race Technical Inspection: Usually this step will be voluntary. But it is highly suggested that drivers take their cars to the Tech Station to get the basics checked (weight, ride height, track width, etc) to avoid any problems at the end of the night.
Practice: Usually every division will get two chances to practice early. The practices are often 5-10 minutes long. However sometimes practice may be shortened.
Qualification: Most, but not all, tracks allow CSR to qualify. If there is no qualification, lineups will be set by CSR officials in accordance with CSR rules. When CSR does qualify, all the cars will line up together either in the middle of the track or at the track entrance. Track officials will advise each driver when it's their time to hit the track. Usually each driver will get half a warm-up lap, then 2 full laps of qualifying.
Heat Races: The field of cars will be split into 2 groups or more for smaller races, known as Heats. These races are usually 6-12 laps, based on the number of cars in each heat. The lineups for the heats are set by the CSR rules, usually involving some type of inversion (putting faster cars in the rear).
Feature Race: This is the big race of the night, all cars in the division will race. The lineup is set by CSR rules, and usually involve a small inversion (putting a few faster cars in the middle of the pack).
Post-Race Tech Inspection: Generally the top 5 finishers in each division are expected to bring their cars to the Tech Station for inspection. It will be up to the Tech Official to decide which standards will be checked. Drivers can also pay the Tech Official to check additional parts on a competitors car. All decisions by the Tech Official are final. Be advised the Tech Official may ask for Tech Inspection after Qualifying, Heat Races, and Feature races. You must stay with your car until relieved by the Tech Official and absolutely no work can begin on the car until relieved by the Tech Official.
Spectators in the Pits:
After all the races of the night have concluded, the track will usually open the Pits for spectators to walk through, see the cars, and meet the drivers. CSR highly suggests drivers stay to meet and greet the spectators, in order to promote the series and their sponsors!
All CSR rules of racing will be followed, no matter if it is practice, qualifying or the feature. All events are subject to the discretion of track officials, and they will often make changes to the night's schedule of events during the event, so always pay attention!
Conditions of the Cars
All cars are expected to be in a clean, presentable manner when they arrive at the race track. CSR expects all drivers/owners to conduct regular maintenance on the cars to keep them in great shape.
This is very important to our sponsors who constantly are evaluating the worth of a sponsorship. In addition, cars pulling off the track for constant mechanical issues also make for a poor race for the fans, sponsors, and are a hazard to other drivers. One car can affect the entire series. But that's what makes CSR great. If a driver needs help reparing their car, every driver always has and always will be expected to lend a hand or a tool to get every car on the track in racing condition.
Race Ready Cars
Safety Requirements
All cars must meet minimum safety guidelines as required by the CSR rules and are subject to evaluation by the CSR officials. Here some suggestions and requirements:
Requirements:
All Junior Division Drivers must have a Head and Neck Restraint, 2-way radios with a spotter.
All cars must have some type of rearview mirror system.
All cars must have an up to date 5-point harness (or better) that meets racing standards.
All drivers must have a certified racing helmet
All drivers must wear a firesuit and racing gloves that meet standards.
All drivers' seats must have head rests on both sides.
All teams must have a small fire extinguisher either in their car, the trailer, or hauler.
Crew members cannot wear shorts or open toe shoes.
The condition of the car, chassis, and any safety feature are always up for inspection at any time.
Just because the driver has the proper safety equipment, doesn't mean they are being used properly. Officials will often check seatbelt tightness, helmet straps, etc before a driver hits the track.
No crew members or spectators are ever allowed onto the track.
Emergency contact forms will be filled out by every driver before they ever race.
Suggestions:
All drivers should wear some type of head/neck restraint system.
One piece drivers suits are usually higher rated than two piece.
Specialized driving shoes are recommended, however no open toe shoes will be allowed.
Eyewear is highly recommend when off the track and working in the pits.
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