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In the winter of ‘85’ International Championship Events/ICE introduced “Open ATV” racing to their World Championship ICE Speedway Series. Initially 3 & 4 wheel ATV’s were allowed to compete in this new to the ice racing division. That same year the insurance company said “no thanks” to the trikes. In doing so, the UNLIMITED OUTLAW QUADS were born and off to the races! Not long after that these 4-wheel rocket ships were stealing the show at most ICE major events. ICE's Outlaw Quads are known for speed, bumping and grinding action and their lack of rules. The simplicity of the rules may be the main reason for the success they enjoy today. The Outlaw Quads must be rear wheel driven, engines must be in front of the rear axle and behind the front axle plane, can?t be any wider than 50? at any point and that?s about it. |
| This formula has produced some ingenious machines over the years. Just a few examples are John Grant?s 4-cylinder Kawasaki ?Monster Quad?, the 4-cylinder Suzuki machine of Ryan Jamison, Michael Goodrich? Harley Sportster V-Twin engine in a Suzuki chassis and Brent Densford's Pit Bull JAWA. Most recently Sioux Falls, SD racer Bret Mellenberndt took a new Honda CR450F engine out of a motorcycle frame and stuffed it into a Honda chassis originally designed as a 250R quad. The new configuration was so successful young Bret won the 2005 World Championship ICE Speedway Series in his rookie year. This winter ICE celebrates its 30th Anniversary Season. For the last 20 years the Unlimited Outlaw Quads have played a huge role in the ongoing success of ice racing?s premier series. The Outlaw Quads will be a feature racing division at all ICE events this winter. They will the spotlight on the same program as the Manufacturers World Cup Bikes, Nitro Speedway Bikes and the X-Treme Speedway Karts (X-KARTS). Many cities will also offer an amateur ICE Breaker Quad Class. With more quads signing up than ever the 2005-06 WC TECHNICAL RULES: Updated:9/9/09 Rear Wheel Drive only Engine: Any motorcycle/ATV type engine, production or race works, that can be purchased new or used by competitors may be used. Displacement of engine is unlimited. Engine must be mounted ?Mid-Engine?. In front of the rear drive axle and behind front axle plane. Fuel Type: Unleaded Race Gasoline, Methanol or Nitromethane. Brakes: Mandatory Bumpers and Nerf Bars: required. Dimensions: Machine shall be no wider than 50? at any location. Safety: THE ULTIMATE RESPONSIBILITY FOR COMPLYING WITH WSRA RIDER SAFETY REGULATIONS LIE WITH THE PARTICIPANT. A self closing throttle and a functioning ?Dead Man? kill switch: are mandatory. 1. Sharp edges, pointed objects must be covered, balled or rounded. Handlebar ends, etc. must be plugged. An approved racing helmet/shatterproof eye protection (goggles or shield) must be worn. Also high top boots and full coverage padded racing uniforms must be worn. It is highly recommended that racers wear motocross type shoulder, back and chest protectors along with knee and elbow protection. 2. Excessive smoke from the exhaust of a machine can be grounds for a Black Flag disqualification. Please keep the machines running as clean as possible for the comfort and enjoyment of our indoor race fans. If you run gas, use unleaded. Tires and Racing Studs: At many races we do have a studded tire rental program available. Should you want to do up your own tires only SILVER ROCKETS .160 Racing Studs will be allowed. They are available in 5/8? and 1? screw shank lengths from I.C.E./WSRA. Tires of choice for most racers are Cheng Shin Knobbies (ice tires) or Turf Tamers. NO TIRE CUTTING. 1. There shall be no alterations to studs/screws, no washers or spacers under studs/screws, no overlapping of studs/screws, they must be installed straight in to tire knob and the serrated washer on the bottom of the stud head must be flush touching tire knob. 2. Procedural, competition, technical and conduct regulations outlined in the WSRA Official Book Of Rules And Regulations and, or Official Entry Information. PROFESSIONALISM: Standard size number plates will be required on the front of all pro machines this year, clearly visible when viewed from the front by cameras and scorekeepers. All number plates visible from the front must be white and all numbers on the front of all machines must be Unical vivid blue or the Blue. For plate/sticker makers and sign companies the color number is CMYK ID is C:100 M:70 Y:0 K:0. Leave 2" from the top of the front number plate open for ICE sponsor and logo. If you have a problem finding these colors of Blue for your front plate contact Tom McGrane Jr. at (717) 442-9198 and he'll help you out. We would appreciate it if your side numbers were also this same color blue. When looking at the photo gallery on icespeedway.com you can see how well the blue numbers look and how they set our series apart from all others in media coverage and elsewhere. All pro racers will be required to wear an ICE logo on the upper 1/3 front side of your jersey or leathers. For iron on's, sew on's or for a graphic file for your gear company. Please contact I.C.E. headquarters so they can provide you with the appropriate solution. Your pro racing name is required to be on your upper back at least 3? tall. We also recommend you place your ICE racing number on the back of your jersey or leathers at least 8? tall. NUMBERS: Your number is very important to your professional racing identity. New Pro Riders must select a one or two digit number from out list of available numbers 2-99 asap. If you raced with us last season your number will be reserved until one day prior to our season opener. To own your number for another year simply send in your Pro Rider license application/fee prior to one day before the opening round and it’s yours. You do not need to compete in the season opener to keep your number, but you must have your paperwork to us on time to claim it. There will be no 3 digit numbers, no duplicate numbers, or numbers with letters next to them from now on. |