The object of the event is to locate various pin punches, the location of which will be indicated on the day. Each pin punch will identified by a number to verify it is the desired objective. The pin punch will be attached to a fixed point on the objective either by a cable or direct fixing. The control card (attached by the scrutineer to a consistent point on all vehicles) must be marked with the pin punch in the correct box on the control card as proof that the objective has been visited. The vehicle must negotiate close enough to the point to collect the punch mark without detaching either the pin punch or control card.

There may also be special tasks. These are generally along the lines of non-driving puzzles or may include driving a short course blindfolded course, a numbered gate reverse drive, a bridge build, a blind fold drive or other similarly themed task. These tasks are optional.

The event will be designed for individual vehicles, each of which must carry one driver and one co-driver. All vehicle occupants must be accommodated in securely fixed seats and wearing approved seatbelts or harnesses. All drivers must have current UK driving licences.

Competitors may enter their vehicles with or without a partner vehicle (depending on the type of event).

Vehicles must have a working horn, seatbelts for all seats in use, towing points front and rear and carry a tow rope. Horns will be used to notify an emergency. On hearing horns competitors should attempt to assist/locate the problem and notify marshals.

A roll bar must be fitted to all soft top vehicles. Even if the event takes place wholly on private land, Vehicle Tax, MOT and insurance are required. In the event of public roads being used to link sites then it is the driver's responsibility to ensure that all road regulations are complied with.

Vehicles must carry an emergency first aid kit and fire extinguisher. All items must be securely stowed within a vehicle. Competitors are not allowed to smoke while competing.

A blanket speed limit of 15mph covers all sites and any vehicle exceeding this will be disqualified.

The use of winch sails and gloves is compulsory when winching. There must be no damage or removal of any object within the competition area (i.e. trees, fences, gates, walls etc.) and tree strops must be used where necessary. 'Clear for winching' must be called out clearly prior to each and every winching operation. Competitors must ensure that winch cables are never crossed.

In the event of a breakdown, repairs must be carried out on a suitable ground sheet. Try to limit any spillage of fuel or oil. In the event of any spillage a marshal must be informed. Do NOT drop litter.

All competitors will obey the organisers/marshals instructions. Their decision is final.

If you feel at any time that the severity of a section is beyond your capability you must stop. You will not be forced into a situation you consider to be potentially dangerous.

DETAILED RULES AND REGULATIONS

RECOVERY EQUIPMENT

All vehicles must have the following minimum recovery equipment:

1. 1 Long rope (>4m)
2. 2 pairs of appropriate gloves (not woollen).
3. Suitable recovery points to the front and rear of the vehicles.
   A standard fitted towbar is adequate for a rear recovery point. Front recovery points should be a minimum of JATE rings on each chassis leg if a dedicated suitable winch point has not been fitted. Lashing eyes are NOT acceptable. All tow hitches, whether front or rear mounted, should be bolted to the vehicle (not welded) and must be fitted with spreader plates.)
4. 2 stamped and rated shackles (safe working load of 3.25 tons).
5. Kinetic Energy Recovery Ropes (KERR) are NOT permitted.

6. 2 tree protector strops.
7. Minimum of 1 snatch block.
8. Winch blanket (minimum weight 1kg). It must not be permanently attached to the hook.
9. Winch must be securely fitted to the vehicle.
10. Minimum size of winch is 6000 lbs rated.
11. If an electrical winch is fitted, it must be fitted with a battery isolator switch.
12. Cable/rope must be in good condition.
13. The Loop at end of the cable must be swaged.

All vehicles must have the following minimum safety equipment carried on the vehicle at all times:

1. All vehicles must carry a first aid kit.
2. A fire extinguisher (min 2kg) system must be carried on all competing vehicles.

1. All drivers must hold a current Driving Licence.

1. Driver and co-driver must present their vehicle (in a clean condition) to the scrutineer for inspection prior to start of an event..
2. This may include production of a current MOT certification for the competing vehicle. All vehicles must be road legal, taxed and insured.

1. The vehicle must be fitted with bodywork including a driver (and passenger) compartment isolated from the engine, wet batteries, gearbox, hydraulic reservoirs, transmission, shafts, brakes, road wheels, their operating linkages and attachments, oil tanks, radiator, water header tanks and catch tanks.
2. There must be a protective bulkhead of non-inflammable material between the engine and the driver/passenger compartment capable of preventing the passage of fluid or flame. Gaps must be sealed with GRP or with putty that completely closes the gaps at all times. Magnesium is prohibited for bulkheads.
3. The vehicle must have a complete floor of adequate strength and rigidity supported within the driver/passenger compartment.
4. The vehicle must be equipped on all wheels with mudguards, which present no sharp edges and cover the complete wheel (flange + rim + tyre) adequately.
5. The bodywork must provide a minimum uninterrupted transverse cockpit opening of 81 cm.
6. The vehicle must be fitted with doors or bodywork giving side protection to the driver and passenger.
7. If the vehicle is fitted with driver/passenger doors, hatchback doors, sliding doors, opening boots or tailgates, these must be secured in the closed position during competition.
8. Tailgates may be removed.
9. The load carrying area must be separated from the passenger compartment by an adequate barrier.
10. There must be an effective means of ventilation for closed cars.
11. All recovery equipment must be stored securely in or on the vehicle.

1. The vehicle must be fitted with brakes that are operative and capable of stopping and holding the vehicle as required.
2. An independent parking brake system must be fitted.

1. Any wet batteries in the driver/passenger compartment must be enclosed in a securely located leak-proof container.
2. Batteries must be securely fastened and terminals protected from short circuiting.
3. The vehicle must be equipped with an effective horn or other audible warning device emitting a continuous tone.
4. A circuit breaker that cuts the engine is recommended.

1. All fluid carrying lines or tubes carrying coolants through the driver/passenger compartment if non-metallic are to be internally or externally metal braided hydraulic hose.

1. The exhaust system must be isolated from the driver/passenger compartment.

1. All fuel lines passing through the driver/passenger compartment shall be protected and, if non-metallic, be formed of internally or externally metal braided hydraulic pressure hose.
2. Tank fillers and caps must not protrude beyond the bodywork. These must have an efficient locking action to reduce the risk of accidental opening during an accident and ensure closing after refuelling.

1. Any oil lines passing through the driver/passenger compartment must be protected and, if non-metallic, be formed of internally or externally braided hydraulic pressure hose.

1. All steering joints and couplings must be in serviceable condition.

1. The use of locking axle differentials, limited-slip or torque-biasing axle differentials are permitted.

1. Windscreens must be of laminated glass or plastic of a minimum thickness of 4mm. Plastic side screens, where fitted, should also have a minimum thickness of 4mm unless fitted otherwise by the original vehicle manufacturer.

1. The maximum time for the driver/passenger to get out of the vehicle should not exceed 5 seconds.
2. Safety belts must be worn at all times during competition whilst the vehicle is in motion. The minimum requirement is a three-point belt comprising one diagonal shoulder strap and one lap strap, with three anchor points on the chassis/body shell or rollover bar of the vehicle on either side and to the rear of the seat. The seat integral safety belt of Range Rover is acceptable.

1. The vehicle shall have not less than four road wheels and tyres (excluding the spare) which are fitted with tyres that are compatible with the wheels and acceptable to the organiser.
2. The use of tyre chains is prohibited.
3. The use of Simex Style tread patterns (eg FEDIMAs, INSA TURBOs) and open tread tyres such as Maxi Cross, Black Star, Canonica, Babcross or dumper tyres is prohibited.
4. Maximum Tyre size of 33" tall (255/85R16 equivalent).
5. A spare wheel is not a mandatory requirement but, if carried, must be securely fastened.

1. No vehicle will be allowed to compete without some form of rollover protection. A manufacturer's correctly fitted hardtop or Truck-cab shall be deemed sufficient. Soft or open topped vehicles require a minimum of a roll hoop. THE STRENGTH AND SECURITY OF THE MOUNTINGS OF ROLLOVER PROTECTION ARE OF PARAMOUNT IMPORTANCE.
2. Roll over bar materials should comprise cold drawn seamless carbon steel, minimum yield strength 350N/sq.mm. An alternative material is BS1387 medium weight blue band, minimum dimensions being 44.30mm x 3.2mm.
3. It is advised that drivers and passengers of soft or open topped vehicles wear crash helmets complying to BS6658 standards.
4. The Organisers of this Event strongly recommend that all vehicles are fitted with roll over protection.

Issue 1 (November 2007)