RACER RULES AND GUIDELINES

 

 

 

🌊 Beginner Jet Ski Racer Invitation! 🏁

Ever wanted to try jet ski racing?

Come and join West Oz Jet Sports Club for Beginner Jet Ski Racing — a fun, safe introduction to racing on the water.
Learn the basics, meet other riders, and find out how easy it is to get involved in the sport!

As an entrant you are required to have a current state Recreational skippers ticket (RST) as well as an AJSBA race licence They are the govering Body for jetski racing in Australia You can purchase a one day license ($50) or a year License ($250).

Also a entry ticket to West Oz Jet Sports Event.

If the Event is to be held at mangles Bay you will also need to register as a Racer member on our website which is free.

NEW RACER

This Document is to assist and /or help educate New “First Time Riders” on a Slalom Buoy Course

New racer Check-sheet to be handed to any first time Closed course PWC racers.

Please ask any questions from Race Directors, assistants, officials or Riders reps.

First time racers will start with time trials to assess there skill levels and to gain confidence with closed course buoy Racing. After Race director has approved and your are comfortable with this process we will do a lanyard start where the race will start with your ski not running to delay your race start to let you follow other racers in race conditions and be asked to not overtake on your first race.

 

1. There are some key Risk and rules with Closed Course PWC Buoy Racing.

2. You will wear a Hi Visibility Vest on your first competitive race.

3. PWC’s mostly have no effective breaking system. This needs to be taken into

account whilst riding / racing

4. A Closed Circuit Buoy Course is different to most types of motorsport racing

because there are no clearly defined track boundaries. ie: where is the left and right

side of the track?. This needs to be taken into account whilst riding.

Different PWC’s have different turning circles

5. When slowing down or coming off throttle, there are no brake lights on a

PWC, you need to raise your left hand

6. The First Hole shot Turn Buoy is High Risk in all Motorsports. Do Not attempt the

Hole shot on your first day Racing. (First corner after the start line)

7. Buoy Colors should signify turning right or left. (Red Buoy turn left and Yellow Buoys turn Right)

8. All craft needs to be inspected for safety purposes.

9. When or If you miss a buoy, use the missed buoy marker on that same lap

do not circle the buoy.

10. “Holding your Race Line” under closed course racing conditions is important, When being lapped you need to be able to let faster riders through safely. Lapped slower riders racing the front runners has many race risks

11. Flag Color Importance. It is the Riders responsibility to keep an eye out for Course condition flags

Green Flag:

Signifies the start of the race or the course is clear and the race is in progress.

 Yellow Flag:

Warns of hazard on the course. After the yellow flag is displayed, riders should continue with caution and be aware of hazards; however, they are allowed to continue racing in a responsible manner. Competitors may be penalized if they continue to race in an improper manner.

 Red Flag:

Signifies the event will stop immediately regardless of position of machines on the course. The red flag will be used if, in the opinion of the Race Director, the race course has become hazardous. Riders must return to the starting line using extreme caution.

 Black Flag:

Signifies the rider must leave the course immediately and report to the Race Director. This does not necessarily mean an additional penalty will be given; however, failure to obey the black flag may result in additional penalties.

 White Flag:

Signifies that riders have started the last lap

Chequered Flag:

Signifies the completion of the race or event. As a rider passes the checkered flag, he/she has completed the last lap of the race. Riders must return to the pit area in a cautious and responsible manner. Racers may first be required to report to post-race technical inspection.

 All flags are located on the most visible point from the water’s edge, this will be decided on the day as where will be the most practical location. (Marshals to have on board pwc red and yellow flags).

Race committee and lap scorers with the race director’s supervision will control the flags. All flags will be explained at riders briefing as all riding rules and regulations.

 

12. Memorising a Buoy Course is of paramount importance. After practice and sighting laps make sure you have committed the course to memory if not ask your Race Director for extra Sighting /Practice laps

13. Riders must stay in a straight line (Hold your line) after the race starts for 50% of race start straight

14. Your PPE Safety Equipment must be in good working order and fit for purpose

To ensure the safety of all participants, the following PPE is mandatory for every entrant:

Approved Race Helmet

Must display an AUS/NZ safety sticker or equivalent safety label

Must be in good condition with functioning straps and locking mechanisms

Helmets must be at least 50% high-visibility colour (e.g., yellow, orange, green, red, or fluoro shades)

Matte or jet-black helmets will be marked with high-vis tape before entering the water

Spinal/Back Protector (club has some available for loan)

Must be undamaged and fully functional

Personal Flotation Device (PFD)

Must be AUS approved

Extra optional recommended PPE : Wet suit, shoes or water booties, Googles, Gloves

16. At the Riders Breif ask as many questions as you like.