High Lifter
Pro Series Racing
Rules & Guidelines
Revised
2/27/09
Table of Contents
Introduction Pg. 3
Chapter 1---Race Competitions Pg. 4
Chapter 2---General Rules & Regulations Pg. 5
Chapter 3---ATV & Equipment Standards Pg. 8
Chapter 4---Racing Procedures & Guidelines Pg. 9
Chapter 5---Class Rules Pg. 12
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Introduction
Welcome to the High Lifter Pro Series Racing (HLPSR). HLPSR was formed to organize, promote, and bring awareness
to Mud Racing as an organized sport. This rule book is a set of guidelines for every racer who is involved with a HLPSR
sanctioned event to read and follow during their involvement with the HLPSR. The rules of HLPSR are a simple guide to
prepare racers for competitions and to promote fairness in the sport of Mud Racing. This book will not give all the
answers to every situation possible but it will provide a guide as to how HLPSR and racers should perform at all times. If
for any reason there is a question about the rules at a competition, the Race Manager, generally the promoter of the
event, will make the final decision.
The HLPSR rule book does not guarantee anyone’s safety by their compliance of these rules and all competitors must
assume the risk of competition. This book may be updated at anytime regarding any changes made by HLPSR
throughout the year to better the sport. Each racer is responsible for checking the High Lifter Pro Series Racing website
for any changes or updates. Please take the time to read the Official High Lifter Pro Series Racing Rule Book.
If you have any questions regarding the Rule Book, Competitions, or about HLPSR, please contact:
Robert Parker
High Lifter Pro Series Racing
780 Professional Dr. N.
Shreveport, Louisiana 71105
(318) 524-2270 Phone
(318) 524-2297 Fax
robert@highlifter.com
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Chapter 1
Race Competitions
Snorkels and extended vent lines are highly recommended as the depth of mud and water could exceed the height of
the air intake on some ATVs. It should be clear to everyone that, if the machine is not properly prepared, serious
damage to the engine or other components can occur. Participants will enter and compete at their own risk. Riders
should be skilled in deep mud and water riding.
Mud Bog
The Mud Bog will be held on a rectangle shaped course wide enough for four or more racers at one time. Each racer
will line up for side-by-side elimination style heats until the final race for the winners. HLPSR Officials will use their
discretion as to the proper number of participants at one time. The typical course will be a pit with the bottom being mud
with a large quantity of water, approximately 2 to 3 feet deep. On average, the Mud Bog will run 150-200ft long and be
45-70ft wide, allowing at least four racers to compete at one time.
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Chapter 2
General Rules and Regulations
A.
All classes, except for the open class, will be determined by the manufacturer’s label and the number of cylinders in the
ATV.
B.
Full Face DOT Helmets, boots and gloves must be worn during any Competition as well as long sleeve shirts and long
pants.
C.
HLPSR reserves the right to make rule changes or decisions as it sees fit to promote fairness in the competition. All
decisions by HLPSR are final.
D.
All entrants must sign a waiver in advance releasing HLPSR and sponsors from liability. A parent or guardian who will
execute the waiver must accompany entrants less than 18 years of age. No one under the age of 16 may participate.
E.
No late registrations will be accepted.
F.
If a rider registers for the wrong class that rider will be moved to the appropriate class and given the opportunity to race.
If a race unit exceeds a class then it will be bumped to the next highest class. If it doesn’t meet that class, it will be
bumped to the next highest class. In other words, it will be allowed to run in the smallest class it qualifies for – not
automatically raised to the highest class. No refunds will be given if the rider chooses not race.
G.
Entrants may enter any class that they are not disqualified from entering. In other words, a racer can race in their class
or in a higher class. You cannot race down a class.
H.
Females may enter any class for which their machine qualifies.
I.
Each ATV or RUV is limited to one class. The only exception to this rule is that if an ATV is borrowed to run in the
woman’s class. If an ATV is borrowed for the woman’s class that has already been ran in another class, she will not be
able to compete in any other class, even if on another ATV.
J.
Riders must be at least 16 to enter HLPSR events.
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K.
In the event that any participant is observed operating his or her machine in an unsafe or unsportsmanlike manner they
may be disqualified and excluded from competition or banned from future events.
L.
All ATVs and RUVs entered in an event must have a means of attaching a tow rope to the ATV or RUV should it become
disabled or stuck during the event.
M.
Starting line position is determined by computer randomization. The first rider generated for a heat will start the race
from the left-hand lane. The second in the next position to the right. This process will be repeated for as many riders as
are in the given heat.
N.
If a rider commits a false start, (leaving the gate early) the rider will receive a warning and the race will be restarted. If a
rider commits a second false start, this rider will be disqualified and the race will be restarted.
O.
Boundaries of the mud bog will be clearly marked with flags, stakes, and/or banners. Participants who partially leave the
course with any portion of their ATV will be disqualified.
P.
All bikes arriving to the starting line must be ready to race without any work being done to the bike. Work may not be
performed on the bikes staged at the starting line.
Q.
No person other than incidental contact by other racers may touch the participating ATV/RUV during the race. If any
other party touches the participating ATV during the course of the race, the rider will be immediately disqualified.
R.
Participants may push their ATV if they become stuck. There is no one foot rule.
S.
All occupants of RUVs must stay in the RUV cockpit throughout the race. If the RUV becomes stuck or disabled neither
the driver nor the passenger may get out to push for safety reasons.
T.
Every racer assumes full responsibility and liability for racing. Racing is a dangerous sport, even with all the safety
precautions that are taken.
U.
Every individual or organization associated with High Lifter Pro Series Racing is a representative and should act
appropriately at all times.
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V.
Participants should not consume any alcohol beverages, drugs or any contraband on the day of the competitions. Any
participant found under the influence of alcohol or drugs may be immediately disqualified from the competition.
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Chapter 3
ATV & Equipment Standards
Riders Attire
Riders must wear all items of approved attire during each HLPSR event. Not wearing the approved attire can result in
disqualification.
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Riders must wear a full-face DOT approved helmet the entire time of the race. No oilfield/construction hardhats or
military helmets will be allowed.
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Racers team jersey or shirt must be long sleeve to cover the full arm. No short sleeves or ¾ sleeves will be allowed in
any competition.
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All racers are required to wear gloves during a HLPSR event. Any glove that covers the entire hand to the wrist is
acceptable.
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Racers must wear boots that will completely cover the foot and go over the ankle. Boots mean waders, leather work
boots, rubber knee boots, motocross boots, lace up boots, etc. over the ankles. This is intended to prevent sandals, flip
flops, tennis shoes and any other type of open toe shoe.
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Goggles or sunglasses must be worn at the start of every race and be shatter resistant.
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Racers must wear long pants while racing in an event.
Riders Number
Each racer will be assigned a race entry number for that event. This number will change at each event. This will not
prevent any racer from choosing a racer number for their jersey or team and the assigned event number is only an
entry number.
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Chapter 4
Racing Procedures & Guidelines
Race Procedures
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The first thing all racers should do is stop by the registration table to fill out an entry form and pay entry fees to
compete in the race. Every person who registers for a HLPSR event is agreeing to follow all of HLPSR rules while
participating in the competition.
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Driver meetings will be held thirty minutes prior to the event starting. The starting and finishing lines and boundaries will
be discussed along with rules of the HLPSR for racers.
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The starting of the race will take place once the racers are staged and the Starting Official waves the Green Flag or
turns on the green light to start the race. If for any reason the race is Red Flagged drivers should stop immediately
where they are on the course until told differently by a HLPSR Official. Any racer who does not obey a flag when an
official is waving it will be subjected to disqualification of that competition.
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Inspections to race units can be made before a race or after a race by an Official to make sure the unit follows all
guidelines of HLPSR. Race units that fail inspection will be disqualified for that event.
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Officials Duties
Officials will be provided by the Event Promoter or Event Coordinator to help promote fairness in the sport and enforce
HLPSR rules. These positions will not be filled with High Lifter employees.
Race Manager--- (One Person) --- This Person is the Chief Official of the Race as it takes place. He or She will make all
final calls when there is a question at hand. The Race Manager will be announced at the drivers meeting and will also
oversee all other Officials at the race.
Staging Officials--- (Two or Three People) --- The amount of racers the event will host will determine whether there will
be two or three Staging Officials. These Officials will line up racers according to the Brackets and will organize all racers
to keep the traffic flowing.
Starting Official--- (One Person) --- This Official will stand at the starting line with the Green Flag or light switch in hand.
When all officials are ready, the starting official will signal the start of the race. This official along with the Race Manager
will watch for false starts.
Line Official--- (One Person) --- Line Official will stand along the side or at the end of the pit with three flags in hand to
use when needed. This official will have yellow, red, and black flags in hand.
Finish Line Officials--- (Two People) --- The Lead Finish Line Official will wave the checker flag for the end of the race
when winner comes out of the pit. The second Official will help the score keeper track the racers name and results as
they finish the heat. The second official will assist the lead official if there is a question regarding the results.
Score Keeper--- (One Person) --- The score keeper will help the Staging Officials with keeping track of the brackets.
This official will maintain the brackets and make sure everyone is where they are suppose to be. It is the RACER’S
responsibility to stop at the score keeper to report their finishing position.
Registration Officials--- (Two People) --- The Registration Officials will collect entry fees, all registration forms, waivers,
and any other documents required for the current event.
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Race Flags
Green Flag ------ The Green Flag is waved at the beginning of the race to show when to go. Green starts the race. This
may also be a light.
Yellow Flag ------ An official will wave the Yellow Flag to show there is a caution on the track. Proceed with caution.
Red Flag ------ Red Flag waving tells all racers to stop immediately where they are. The race has been stopped for
some reason.
Black Flag ------ If an official points at you with a Black Flag you have been disqualified for a particular reason. Racer
will lose all points for the class they are Black Flag in for that event.
Checkered Flag ------ The Checkered Flag means the race is over. Someone has won the race when this flag is waving.
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Chapter 5
Class Rules
CCs are determined by the Manufacture label
Mud Bog
Open Class
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Any ATV may participate.
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All ATVs must run ATV tires-tires specifically designed and marketed for ATV use.
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No tracks, automotive tires or agricultural tires are allowed to run in this class. Paddle tires designed and marketed for
ATVs will be allowed to run in this class.
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Participants may custom cut their tires as long as the tire is an approved ATV tire for the event, but cannot add any
type of material to the treads.
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Axle paddles, wheel paddles and dual wheels will not be allowed in this class.
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Any engine modification can be made, but the engine must be an ATV engine. Motorcycle, snowmobile or other engine
conversion is not allowed.
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The ATV cannot exceed 6’6” in width and 8’6” in length measured tip of tire to tip of tire.
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Nitrous Oxide is permitted in the open class.
Pro Series Class
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The Pro Series Class will include all ATVs 500ccs and up with twin cylinders.
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Both IRS and SRA style ATVs will run in this class.
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All ATVs must run ATV tires-tires specifically designed and marketed for ATV use. No tracks, automotive tires, cut tires,
paddle tires or agricultural tires are allowed to run in this class.
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ATVs may run up to 3” of total lift. ATVs must retain unmodified factory a-arms and stock length axles.
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Standard engine modifications are allowed to include over bore kits, jet kits, pipes, air filter, etc. as long as the total cc
limit is net exceeded for the class.
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This class will not allow special fuels such as alcohol or nitrous oxide. Turbos are not allowed to race in this class.
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Axle paddles, wheel paddles, dual wheels, extended swing arms, extended a-arms, solid bars replacing shocks, etc. are
not allowed in this class. Replacement a-arms are allowed to be swept forward or backwards but stock length axles must
be retained.
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This class is designed for twin cylinders ATVs 500ccs and up to race with what is considered traditional or standard
mud racing accessories readily available to the average rider.
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Any ATV entered in this class that is determined by the race officials to exceed this description will be moved up to the
first appropriate class.
Bogger Class
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The Bogger Class will include all ATVs 500ccs - 750ccs. (Single Cylinders Only)
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Both IRS and SRA style ATVs will run in this class.
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All ATVs must run ATV tires-tires specifically designed and marketed for ATV use. No tracks, automotive tires, cut tires,
paddle tires or agricultural tires are allowed to run in this class.
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ATVs may run up to 3” of total lift. ATVs must retain unmodified factory a-arms and stock length axles.
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Standard engine modifications are allowed to include big bore kits, jet kits, pipes, air filter, etc. as long as the total cc
limit is net exceeded for the class.
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This class will not allow special fuels such as alcohol or nitrous oxide. Turbos are not allowed to run in this class.
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Axle paddles, wheel paddles, dual wheels, extended swing arms, extended a-arms, solid bars replacing shocks, etc. are
not allowed in this class. Replacement a-arms are allowed to be swept forward or backwards but stock length axles must
be retained.
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This class is designed for single cylinders ATVs 500ccs – 750ccs to race with what is considered traditional or standard
mud racing accessories readily available to the average rider.
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Any ATV entered in this class that is determined by the race officials to exceed this description will be moved up to the
first appropriate class.
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Lite Class
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The Lite Class will include all ATVs 499ccs and below.
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Both IRS and SRA style ATVs will run in this class.
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All ATVs must run ATV tires-tires specifically designed and marketed for ATV use. No tracks, automotive tires, cut tires,
paddle tires or agricultural tires are allowed to run in this class.
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ATVs may run up to 3” of total lift. ATVs must retain unmodified factory a-arms and stock length axles.
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Standard engine modifications are allowed to include big bore kits, jet kits, pipes, air filter, etc. as long as the total cc
limit is net exceeded for the class.
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This class will not allow special fuels such as alcohol or nitrous oxide. Turbos are not allowed to run in this class.
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Axle paddles, wheel paddles, dual wheels, extended swing arms, extended a-arms, solid bars replacing shocks, etc. are
not allowed in this class. Replacement a-arms are allowed to be swept forward or backwards but stock length axles must
be retained.
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This class is designed for ATVs 499ccs and below to race with what is considered traditional or standard mud racing
accessories readily available to the average rider.
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Any ATV entered in this class that is determined by the race officials to exceed this description will be moved up to the
first appropriate class.
RUV
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This will be an open class with the same rules that apply to the ATV Open Class. This class can carry a passenger.
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The passenger must wear the same safety gear and must be at least 16 years old and sign all waivers.
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The driver and passenger must stay in the RUV cockpit during the race. Neither the driver nor passenger may exit the
RUV at any time during the race to push or pull for safety reasons. This includes hanging arms and or legs from the
vehicle during the race.
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If the RUV is about to turn over, the driver or passenger may assist in preventing the roll over but may not push.
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The race official’s decision on this will be final.
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Women’s Open Class
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The Women’s Open Class will be an open class race for women with the same rules that apply to the regular ATV Open
Class.
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If an ATV is borrowed for the woman’s class that has already been ran in another class, she will not be able to compete
in any other class, even if on another ATV.
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There is no Pro Series for woman at this time due to participation levels
Summary Chart of CCs
Lite 0 - 499ccs
Bogger 500 - 750ccs (Single Cylinders only)
Pro Series 500 and Up (Twin Cylinders)
Open must be atv engine
RUV must be atv engine
Woman must be atv engine
Skimming will NOT be allowed in any class.