2017 Racing Rules and Regulations

[AzraelRPG]

With the addition of many great vehicles and props since the last season, and the addition of another race type, I feel it is important to create a new thread to reflect those changes. Now, most of the rules for the Pro League are virtually the same, however, the Hot Lap Challenge has been added for those that don't want to participate in a full season, or the extra long races, but still want to test their racing might. Anyways, without further to do, onward with the new regs so we can get to the actual fun stuff.

The rules for this section will be quite different from the rest of the forum, since this is an extended event, there needs to be some rules overall and during races, including proper sportsmanship (though, I'm sure we are all mature enough to exercise the latter here, I'm just covering my bases). Some of the racing rules are being adapted from our friends in NoDo and some others are being adapted from the flag system. The rest is how to post in these threads, and how to act with your fellow competitors.

Adherence to all of these rules and regulations is a must, insubordination will not be tolerated and can result in being kicked from the season.


SECTION 1: General

1. Use the Golden Rule: Treat others the way you want to be treated. General respect for all is great, especially when we have an open season for other crews to join in on, showing respect toward one another is a must.
2. Limit on shit-talking. I'm not going to eliminate this completely, because sometimes, a show of camaraderie is the occasional ribbing and light insults. Just don't go overboard because it can get offensive real quick.
3. Griefing, of any kind, will not be tolerated. Anyone caught griefing, either here on the the forum, or during any race/meetup post show. Will be subject to not only the rules here, but the overall community rules of the Bullshifters, which could lead to a ban not just from racing, but also from the crew.
   
4. Once you enter a weekly race, you are locked in for the rest of the season, but don't be afraid of missing 1 or 2 races. Just don't make a habit out of it, otherwise your overall score will suffer.
   
5. The rest is from the community guidelines here: The Bullshifters Rules and Conduct.
   

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SECTION 2: Bullshifter Pro League (BPL) Regulations
This section pertains to the Pro League races only. 

• Subsection A: Posting
  1. Qualifying will be done half an hour before the race start in a non-contact race with everyone at the same time to avoid sniping times on Sunday. Positions will then be determined based on fastest lap time in the Qualification.
     
  2. If you are, for whatever reason, unable to make Sunday's Race, it is encouraged that you post a full track attempt for points, though those will be worth half as much as those on race day. Still better than a zero for the week.
     
  3. When posting your times, please keep it in the same post. This makes it way easier to find your times and record them. It is to your benefit to keep all attempts in the same post as I can, and probably will, miss a time if it is not in your original post for each thread. You may make other posts during the open time of the thread for discussion.
     
  4. Everyone must record their practice time. This helps identify and prevent any cheating. Anybody caught cheating will have a "0" for the week.
     
  5. Par times are also an anticheat measure. Track threads will not be open until the Par time is set by the Racemaster.
  6. Please Adhere to the following format when posting your track and best lap times:
     

     Crew Name:	Crew Symbol:	Track Time:	Best Lap Time:	Car Used:
     [Crew Name]	[CREW]	mm:ss.xxx	mm:ss.xxx	[insert car]

     
     Yes, I will be keeping track down to the millisecond, because that can determine a person's place in a race. A close finish can literally come down to the millisecond.
     
  7. You do not need to participate in the Sunday Showdown. There is a reason we have a points system, and that is to be able to exceed the lobby participation limit in game. But I do suggest racing with a friend to keep things interesting, as these are long races.
     
  8. No shitposting about car choice or how bad someone is doing. As well, avoid false accusations of others race times, as that can delay things further.
     
  9. Once a thread is locked, that signals the end of the week, and that track can no longer be visited for the season. Any time made after the lock will not count. The lock will be after the Sunday Showdown.
     
  
  
• Subsection B: Racing Rules
  1. Contact must be on for the race. It is also recommended to be in a GTA style race so you can get the repair pickup for your car without having to reset at a checkpoint.
     • Do not use weapons/explosives to get an edge. You will be kicked for the week if you do.
     • Do not use any other pickups other than repair.
  2. No intentional bashing, smashing, PITing, or any form of crashing is allowed. If someone is suspected to be intentionally ruining others' chances, they will be given a Black Flag Penalty.
     
  3. Accidental Rubbing and bashing can happen for a number of issues, from just not paying attention, to flat out latency issues. Accidental crashing will not be punished, but will be recommended to keep them to a minimum.
     
  4. We will now be using the new Discord Server For Sunday Showdowns from now on. It is a much simpler system, and a much easier one for people to sign up for. So, if you do want to participate in Sunday's Race, make sure you are signed up for the Bullshifters Discord server. If you do not know what that is, go to the following link and it will take you to the Discord thread -> Bullshifters Discord Server
     
  5. Driving the wrong way will result in a red flag, and an instant kick from the race. May also lead to a ban for the season as well.
     
  6. No Curb Boosting. No Intentional curb boosting, racing is finding the best lines and hitting the apex perfectly, curb boosting eliminates this by exploiting a Physics glitch. If found to be curb boosting, the racer will be disqualified from the race, further offenses will cause that racer to be out for the season
  7. Absolutely no game mods. This is including the wheelie mods and race mods. Being caught with mods will result in a disqualification for the season and a possible ban from The Bullshifters.
     
  8. Don't get back on the track as fast as you can if you are knocked off the track, it can cause a wreck with others and will result in a yellow flag. Be respectful of those around you.
     
  9. Overtaking cleanly is a must. Try not to rub against others, especially in turns. If someone is overtaking you into a turn, you should let them, to prevent a crash.
     
  10. Blocking is allowed, but don't be overly aggressive about it, it can result in a yellow flag.
      
  11. Don't be afraid of not finishing. If you have posted other times through the week, but do not finish the Showdown, that DNF will not hurt you.
      
  12. It is recommended, that once a race is started, you are in it for the whole duration, no rage quitting.
      
  13. Motorcycle Races: No wheelies/unfair advantage
      
  14. Please, under no circumstances, will you use any of the following cars. They are banned for a reason and using them in a race (following June 5th 2016) will result in a DQ for the race, and a "0" in points for the week.
      

• Subsection C: Car Choice
  
  
  1. All cars must be GT Classification. Most that are in this classification tend to be the top of their respective class, and tend to have a myriad of customization available to the cars, and only in the following classes: Motorcycles, Muscle, Classics, Sports, and Super.
  2. Only a few top performers are excluded from this classification because they can be transformed into a Race variant through Benny's or the Office Garage.
  3. 
     

     Class:	Car:
     Motorcycles	Bati 801RR Defiler Diabolus Custom Hakuchou Drag Bike Nightblade Vortex
     Muscle	Burger Shot Stallion Pißwasser Dominator Redwood Gauntlet Slamvan Custom
     Sports	Comet Retro Custom Drift Tampa Elegy Retro Custom Jester (Racecar) Lynx Massacro (Racecar) Omnis Specter Custom Sprunk Buffalo Tropos Rallye
     Super	Banshee 900R ETR1 Itali GTB Custom Nero Custom RE-7B Sultan RS Tyrus

     
     
  4. All vehicles must have Full Engine Upgrades, Full Brakes Upgrades, Full Suspension Upgrades (where applicable), Full Transmission Upgrades, and Turbo Upgrades. Anything less will put you at a disadvantage.
     
  5. Where applicable, vehicles should have Splitters, Diffusers, Spoilers, Roof Scoops, and Roll Cages. 
     
  6. Offroad and Lowrider styled wheels are banned. (except for Off-road and Rally races, then Offroad wheels are allowed).
  
  

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Section 3: Hot Lap Challenge (HLC) Regulations

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