Rules 2024

T-Mobile Czech Enduro Series 2024 Rules

T-MOBILE CZECH ENDURO SERIES 2024
(hereinafter referred to as T-CES)

The T-Mobile Czech Enduro Series includes the Czech Enduro Cup in the Race category, with the Trek Enduro Race Kouty also being the Czech Republic Championship. 

ATTENTION CHANGE: A Czech Cycling Federation license will be required in 2024 for both the Czech Championship and the Czech Cup in the Race category.

Competitors without a CSC license can participate in all races as before, however, they will not be classified in the respective category of the Czech Championship/Czech Cup, but only in the category and in the T-CES standings.

CALENDAR
24-26.5.2024 NORCO ENDURO RACE KRALIČÁK
21.-23.6.2024 HORSEFEATHERS ENDURO RACE KLÍNOVEC
19.-21.7.2024 TREK ENDURO RACE KOUTY ( MČR Enduro ) 
09.-11.8.2024 MERIDA ENDURO RACE JEŠTĚD 
30.-1.9.2024 ENDURO RACE MORÁVKA
12.-14.9.2024 ENDURO RACE ŠPIČÁK

RULES

1. FILLING IN THE APPLICATION FORM AND REGISTRATION
Registration for the race is done using the registration system (RS) at www.enduroserie.cz
Each participant is responsible for filling in the RS correctly and completely. For a minor child, this correctness is confirmed on the spot by the signature of the legal guardian. In case of incorrect or incomplete registration, the participant runs the risk of not having his/her result counted. The competitor is also obliged to verify that he/she is not registered in RS in duplicate. If he/she finds that he/she is, he/she must contact the organizer of the T-CES as soon as possible. In the event of a wrongly registered result due to the above reasons, the competitor is fully responsible and no claim can be made. 
The competitor always starts at his own risk. The race is run in full road traffic and therefore the participant is obliged to follow the rules of the road and follow the instructions of the organizer. The competitor should know his/her current state of health before the race and undergo a professional examination by a sports doctor. It is recommended to take out accident insurance. Changing to another course on the day of the race is possible only with the consent of the delegated T-CES representative / referee, for a fee of 200 CZK. A change of venue may be refused without giving a reason.
The Czech Cycling Federation licence can be obtained within the BFL club here: www.bikeforlife.cz 

2. AGE CATEGORIES OF COMPETITORS

Age categories for T-Mobile Czech Enduro Series 

RACE 
Race Men U21 17-20 years old
Race Elite Men 21-34 years
Race Master Men 35-44 years
Race Master Men 45+ 
Race Elite Women 17+

HOBBY
Hobby Junioři 15-20 let
Hobby Muži 21-39let
Hobby Muži 40-49let
Hobby muži 50+
Hobby Ženy 15+

Newbie 13-14 let
Rookie 11-12 let
Grom 6-10 let

E-ENDURO
Race men/women 18+..motor torque max 90Nm and battery capacity 750Wh
Superlight male/female 18+.. engine torque max 60Nm and battery capacity 450Wh (no additional battery allowed)

2. ROUTES
Race: the race usually consists of 5- 6 stages (RZ).
Hobby: skips the technically most difficult RZ of the race.

E-Enduro:
Race and Super Light: Saturday race of 2-3 RZ , Sunday race of 5-6 RZ , will include a power stage. 

Newbie: identical to the Hobby category.
Rookie: separate RZets for kids only, 3 RZs in total.
Grom: separate RZets for kids only, total 2 RZ.

Competitors must select a category (only applies to competitors over 35 years of age in Race Elite/ Race Masters category) before the first race they enter, categories cannot be changed during the season. However, a competitor can enter, for example, the Race category in one race and the Hobby category in the next. In this case he will be kept in the standings of both Race and Hobby.
CHANGE: Competitors in the Hobby Men 21-39 years of age category who finished 1st-3rd in the Hobby Men standings in the 2023 edition and all winners of individual races in the Hobby Men category may not compete in the Hobby Men category in the 2024 edition; any entry in this category will result in disqualification of the competitor."

3. STARTING FEE

Single entry fee for training and Sunday race. Entry fee must be paid before the date of change of the entry fee or well in advance of the race, crediting the entry fee to the account at least 14 days before the race. Later payments may not reach our account and thus risk - NOT TO BE ENTRYED ON THE START LIST.

It is possible to apply for a refund of the entry fee up to 14 days before the date of the race for a fee of 250,- CZK. Change of Race/Hobby competition is possible only until the last day of online registration for the race in writing (e-mail is sufficient). Transferring the entry fee to another race or another person is only possible until the last day of online registration for the race in writing (just email). info@kolopro.cz

Entry fees RACE, HOBBY, E-ENUDRO 
1200,- CZK January up to 30 days before the race
1500,- CZK 29 days - 14 days before the race. Last chance to register

NEWBIE entry fee
900,- CZK January to 30 days before the race 
1100,- CZK 29 days to 14 days before the race, last chance to register

Entry fee GROM , ROOKIE
550,- CZK January to 30 days before the race
650,- CZK 29 days to 14 days before the race, last chance to register
 

Permanent cards
At all races of this year's 12th edition of the T-Mobile Czech Enduro Series it is possible to use the concept of permanent discounts on entry fees. The T-Mobile Czech Enduro Series 2024 On-Line Season Passes in two variants are valid for the entire 2024 season and are issued in a specific name, so they are not transferable. The season ticket cannot be used for partner races. Season tickets are available for purchase at the Sport for Life e-shop

T-CES Gold season ticket - price: 6000,- CZK
This season ticket provides the owner with an entry fee for all 6 races of the T-CES 2024. 

T-CES Silver season ticket - price: 4300,- CZK
This season ticket provides the owner with an entry fee for any 4 T-CES 2024 races.

• The pass is valid for one season, in a specific name and is non-transferable.
• These season tickets can only be used ONLINE!!!
• Unused entry fees cannot be transferred to the next season, nor will the prorated portion of the money be refunded.
• The entry fee for an individual race cannot be refunded or transferred to another competitor.

4. SHIFTING AT THE START

ATTENTION: competitors are obliged to mark their bike with a plate with a valid starting number no later than 12:00 on Saturday, the courses are open only for registered competitors with a properly seeded number.

Start lists will be compiled separately for Race, Hobby, E-Enduro (regardless of category), Newbie, Rookie and Grom competitions based on the running order in the entire T-Mobile Czech Enduro Series from pre-registered riders.

The system itself will rank the registered racers according to their average score, and then assign starting numbers to the racers. The average score will be regularly updated on www.enduroserie.cz in the racer's profile. The average score is based on the points table for the absolute ranking.

a) Calculation at the first start of the competitor in 2024
In the first race for which a competitor enters, the average score of the 3 best races completed in 2023 will be calculated. In case he/she has completed 2 races, the average score of the 2 races will be calculated. In case of one race ridden, the result from one race.

b) calculation after the 1st race in 2024
1 race ridden = average points gained in 2023 + points gained from the 1st race in 2024 divided by 2 (hereafter / 2)
2 races ridden = average points profit 2023 + points profit from race 1 + points profit from race 2 / 3
more than 2 races completed = the system selects the highest 3 point gains from the 2024 races completed and the 2023 average point gain / 3

c) if the competitor has not competed in any race in 2023
1 race ridden = points gained from 1 race / 1
2 races ridden = points gained from 1 race + points gained from the 2nd race / 2
more than 2 races ridden = best 3 point gains in 2023 / 3

Competitors start in order from highest to lowest starting number. Specific start times will be posted on the website by 8:00 pm each Saturday. In the event that the leading competitor in the running order is not present at the start, start number one will not be assigned. The race director has the right to award a maximum of 5 wild cards (priority starting number). Competitors start in the first RZet or transfer according to the following start lists, competitors start in subsequent RZets in any order. Women in Race and Hobby can start regardless of the order given by the starting number.
The race may start with a transfer. The competitor shall always prepare for the start with one foot on the ground, standing in the pedals is not allowed!
 

5. RACE COURSE AND SAFETY

5.1 The Enduro course consists of several RZets (special stages) and transfers. The RZets are mostly downhill, with a section of climb no longer than 15% of the total length of the RZet. The track is not extremely technically demanding. The E-Enduro course also includes a Power Stage, i.e. an RZeta with a climb longer than 15% of the total length of the RZeta.

5.2 Transfers are used to move competitors from the finish of one RZet to the start of the next RZet. The competitors may transfer in groups, but always on their own without any assistance. On the Saturday before the race there is a time limit for the whole race, which is calculated from the start to the first ROW or the first transfer if the race starts with a transfer. For every 5 minutes over this time limit, 10 seconds will be added to the sum of the times from each RZet. The Race Director has the right to postpone the time limit by 15 minutes if more than 20% of the riders have missed the time limit.

5.3 There will be a mechanical depot within the race facilities (near the start and finish of the race) which competitors can use for foreign technical assistance.

5.4 The course is marked with marking tape and directional black and yellow markers, as well as through the gates with triangles pointing towards each other. The track may be driven at your own risk from 09:00 on the Friday before the race, with full marking completed by 11:00 on Saturday. Medical supervision is not provided during training.
 

5.5 In case of force majeure, the race director has the right to end the race early. For the purpose of determining the ranking, only RZets completed by the entire starting list will be counted, excluding competitors who did not finish the race for other reasons.

5.6 Medical service is provided only during the race (Sunday). Alternatively on Saturday if the race is scheduled for E-Enduro or RACE category. 

6. VIOLATION OF THE RULES OF THE T-MOBILE CZECH ENDURO SERIES

6.1 A competitor breaks the rules in the case of:

6.1.1. an incorrect or incomplete entry form.
6.1.2. shortening of the route, failure to pass the passage gate. The competitor is responsible for sticking to the officially marked course and is solely responsible for any mistakes made on the course. The competitor is obliged to stick to the natural line of the trail.

6.1.3. early arrival of tracks outside the days reserved for training!!! ( Friday - Saturday ) 
6.1.4. illegal assistance
6.1.4.1 A competitor is subject to a time penalty or disqualification in the event of using someone else's help , i.e. help from someone who is not a participant in the race except at the official depot. Help from competitors is allowed.
The rider uses one bike, i.e. one frame, rear frame, fork and a pair of wheels. 
Help outside the marked race course, i.e. in the backstretch, parking lot, etc.  
Competitors are allowed to change components by themselves, with the help of competitors or within the service depot with the following exceptions:   
replacement of frame, rear structure, fork, wheels and battery in case of electric bikes 

6.1.4.2 Acceptance of refreshments outside the refreshment stations, other than the refreshments with which the rider started.
6.1.4.3. removal by car, etc. This means any shuttling is NOT ALLOWED even during Friday and Saturday practice!!! The use of an electric bike is not allowed except for E-Enduro.
6.1.5. use of the e-bike for training or main race (the e-bike may only be used for the E-Enduro category)
6.1.6. rude and unsporting behaviour, especially towards officials. Each participant should behave according to the principles of fair-play, courteous, considerate and not endangering the health and life of himself or other competitors. It is the competitor's responsibility to render first aid to an injured competitor on the course and to report the injury to the nearest organizer. Time lost due to first aid may be deducted from the time achieved at the discretion of the race director.
6.1.7. failure to wear the mandatory equipment, properly placed and correct start number with chip.
6.1.8. use of prohibited doping substances (according to CSC and UCI regulations). 
6.1.9. littering on the track. The competitor must take into account the environment. Throwing away punctured tubes, cycling bottles, gel wrappers, bars, etc. is only allowed at refreshment stations.
6.1.10. failure to report withdrawal from the race. If a competitor withdraws from the race for any reason, he/she must immediately report this fact to the timekeeper or race director or to the referee / T-CES delegate.
6.1.11. adjustments to the starting number.  A competitor shall not cut, trim or alter the starting number plate in any way. An exception may only be made by a delegated T-CES representative/referee.
6.1.12. leaving the course. The competitor is obliged to use the designated transfer point to move between RZets. 

6.1.13. failure to comply with the specification of the e-bike and charging during the race
The T-Mobile Czech Enduro Series will only allow competitors to use e-bikes that allow assisted wheel drive, as specified by the e-bike manufacturers. In case of any dispute, we rely on the manufacturers' official websites and catalogues.

An electric bicycle is a bicycle equipped with an electric motor and equipped according to Annex 13 of Decree No. 341/2002 Coll. and meeting the specifications of Regulation (EU) No. 168/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council 

E-Enduro Race category - motor torque max 85Nm and battery capacity 750Wh
Superlight category - engine torque max 60Nm and battery capacity 450Wh (no additional battery allowed). 
A delegated representative of T-CES/ČSC has the right to inspect the components.

6.2 Possibilities of punishment for violation of the rules:

• verbal warning
• time penalty
• disqualification

The penalty is decided by the delegated representative of the T-CES / CSC referee in cooperation with the race director and the official timekeeper. Disqualification at the start is carried out directly by the referee, the race or series director or his/her elected representative who is authorized to do so. The disqualified competitor may complete the race but will not be listed in the results and will not be credited with points for the individual T-CES events. Ignorance of the rules will not be accepted as an excuse.
 

7. ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE WINNERS OF THE INDIVIDUAL RACES OF THE T-MOBILE CZECH ENDURO SERIES

At individual T-CES races, only the categories of the T-CES individual competition, the Czech Championship and the T-CES team competition are announced.
 
7.1 A competitor's ranking in a race is obtained by the sum of the times on the special stages (RZ). A competitor's ranking corresponds to the gain of a certain number of points, according to the scoring table. 

7.2 The ranking of the team competition is determined by the sum of the points scored by the two best team competitors in each race.

7.3 Time measurement by Sportsoft, AIR+ chip technology.

7.4 We guarantee a minimum prize money for the individual races in the order of the men's and women's Race competition.

Absolute standings for the men's category. The first five are announced:
1st place 6000,- CZK
2nd place 5000,- CZK
3rd place 4000,- CZK
4th place 3000,- CZK
5th place 2000,- CZK

Absolute ranking of the women category. The first three are announced:
1st place 6000,- CZK
2nd place 5000,- CZK
3rd place 4000,- CZK

7.5 Absolute standings of the team competition of the Race and Hobby categories
 Only the first place in each category will receive medals.
7.6 For the other categories Race U21, R35-45, R45-55, R55+ and HM, HZ, HM40, HJ and E-Enduro Men/Women 18+ and all children's categories Newbie, Rookie and Grom, the top three will be announced and will receive material prizes.
7.7 The three fastest riders within the announced categories for the Enduro Championship will be announced and will receive a championship jersey and medal, see Championship rules
7.8 Winners will be announced after the race according to the time schedule.
7.9 In the event that a competitor does not attend the awards (except for medical reasons), he/she loses the right to the prizes.

8. MANDATORY WARDROBE

8.1 A competitor may use only one bicycle, one component, must carry everything he/she needs himself/herself, and must make repairs on his/her own, with the exceptions specified in 6.1.4. Mutual assistance between competitors is permitted and encouraged, but outside help is not allowed. It is not allowed to use an e-bike during training or the main race except in the e-bike category.

8.2 A bicycle helmet is compulsory equipment. The rider must wear the helmet at all times during the race, the helmet is not required only in transfer when riding uphill on a forest road or in case of dismounting. For children and categories under 18 years of age a helmet is compulsory at all times without exception. A spine protector is also compulsory and can be replaced by a backpack with an integrated spine protector. Failure to wear the mandatory equipment will result in disqualification from the race.

The organizer strongly recommends:

• Integral helmet throughout the race.
• Knee and elbow pads
• Long-fingered gloves
• Downhill/motocross goggles
• Tools, spare inner tube, basic first aid kit and always contact the organiser/emergency services!

9.TH SPORT COMPETITION WITHIN T-MOBILE CZECH ENDURO SERIES

The organizer of the ongoing sports competitions is Kolo pro život, z.s., Na Florenci 1332/23, 110 00 Prague 1, ID: 03401707

9.1 Intermediate ranking of individuals
The principle of the competition is to assign a certain number of points to a competitor for his/her position in the race according to the scoring table (absolute ranking for individuals).
The absolute standings are compiled separately for the Race / Hobby / E-Enduro / Newbie / Rookie / Grom competitions. The absolute ranking is determined by the sum of the points from the four races, so four races out of six count. The two worst points results from the six races are deleted.
The category standings are based on the points scored within the category and are determined by the sum of the points from four races, so four races out of six count. The two worst points results from the six races are deleted.
In the event of a tie in points, the sum of the points from all races without scratching, followed by the result of the last race in the series, followed by the result of the last race ridden by the competitor. 
9.2 Team standings

The Czech Enduro Team (CET) is a points competition held as part of the Czech Cup "T-Mobile Czech Enduro Series" 
Category CET Race. The team must consist of at least 2 riders, the maximum number is 3.

A team can only consist of drivers of the RACE category. 
The points contribution of an individual/team member for the team competition corresponds to the number of points gained by the individual in the category (according to the scoring table). The ranking of the team competition is determined by the sum of points in the category scored by the two best team riders in each race. For the intermediate standings, the 4 best team point gains from 6 races are counted. 

Hobby. A team must consist of at least 2 riders, the maximum number is 3. A team can consist of riders from the Hobby and Newbie, Rookie and Grom categories. The points contribution of an individual/team member for the team competition corresponds to the number of points scored by the individual in the category (according to the scoring table). The ranking of the team competition is determined by the sum of the points in the category scored by the two best team riders in each event. For the intermediate standings, the 4 best team point gains from 6 races are counted. 

At each race we will announce the fastest team in the RACE and HOBBY categories. Medals will be provided for the winners.

The overall ranking of the teams is determined by the sum of the final points scores in each race. In case of a tie in points, the sum of points from all races without scratching, then the result of the last race in the series , then the result of the last race ridden.  The running order of the competitions will be regularly updated on www.enduroserie.cz.

9.4 Lodging a protest against a result in a race:
A protest against a result and a violation of the rules can only be lodged on the day of the race, no later than half an hour before the results are announced with the race director at the timing station on the finishing straight. The condition is to fill in the appropriate form and deposit 500 CZK, which will be returned to the protestor in the event of a positive outcome. Later claims will not be accepted. In exceptional cases, where a protest could not be lodged in due time for an objective reason, a protest can be lodged by email within 2 days from the day of the race.

9.5 Lodging a protest against the ranking in a sports competition
Complaints about the ranking of competitions can only be lodged with the organiser Kolo pro život, z.s. (info@enduroserie.cz), but no later than three working days after the publication of the competition results after each competition on www.enduroserie.cz. Complaints must be in writing (e-mail is sufficient). Only the competitor can make a complaint. Unjustified complaints will not be taken into account. In case of a serious violation of the rules, points may be retroactively withdrawn from the competitor. Attention.

9.6 Announcement of the intermediate standings
The overall ranking of the T-Mobile Czech Enduro Series will be announced for the winners of each category of the Race, Hobby, E-Enduro Race, Newbie, Rookie, Grom and the winners of the Team competition, always 1st-3rd place, at a ceremony which will take place at the last race on the peak on 14.9.2024.
 

10. Czech Cup and Czech Republic Championship

The Czech Cup (hereinafter referred to as the Czech Cup) and the Czech Republic Championship (hereinafter referred to as the Czech Championship) in the Enduro discipline are subject to the rules and regulations of the T-Mobile Czech Enduro Series and the Czech Cycling Federation (hereinafter referred to as the CSC). Competitors without a CSC licence cannot participate in the race as in 2023.

10.1.
A licence is a personal document entitling its holder to participate in cycling competitions and at the same time confirming his/her commitment to respect the statutes and rules of the Czech Cycling Union (CBC), the European Cycling Union (UEC) and the International Cycling Federation (UCI). A licence is a proof of professional competence for the cycling environment, it is a proof of membership in the relevant regional association which is a member of the CBC.

Riders can obtain a licence on the Bike for Life club website ( link to the website ) 
CSC Licensing Regulations
The licence is valid from the date of issue until 31 December of that year.

10.2 Categories
Race men U21 17-20 years
Race Elite men 21-34 years
Race Elite Women 17+
Race men 35+
Race E-Enduro - only for Czech Championship
Masters licensed racers can choose whether they want to race in the Elite or Masters category.

10.3 Announcement of race winners
10.3.1 No Czech Cup winners are announced at individual T-CES races.
10.3.2. The three fastest racers will be announced at the Czech Championship and will receive a championship jersey, a medal and the title "Czech Champion/Master". 
The second and third place competitors will receive medals. The title and medal will be awarded only to those competitors who have a valid CSC license. Titles in individual categories will be awarded only in case of participation of at least five competitors.

10.4 Announcement of the winners of the sports competitions
The announcement of the overall CP standings will take place for the winners of the individual categories of the Race, E-Enduro Race Men/Women 18+ , always 1st-3rd place at the ceremony which will take place at the last race on the peak. High quality medals and material prizes will be prepared for all winners.

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