The 2008 TREX World Jet Boat Championships will follow the rule sets of the 2008 U.I.M. and 2008 American Power Boat Association rule books. 

Leg Time Limit – A specific amount of time will be allocated to each class for completion of each leg.  This time limit shall be calculated by calculating the fastest time for that leg plus 40%, pursuant to Rule 900.12(1).  Any boat not completing that leg within that time shall be assessed a “Did Not Finish” penalty as set out in the UIM rules.  This multiplication factor may be altered for a specific leg.  Please refer to the Advanced Program itinerary for any course closure time modifications.

Engine Change Penalty – Rule B of Rule 900.8(13) shall apply.  Any team changing an engine during the course of the marathon will be assessed a 15 minute penalty.  Any team changing an engine without showing a catastrophic failure and receiving the prior approval of the Race Captain will be disqualified.

LOCAL RULES

All race boats must be equipped with a 100’ location buoy.  This is defined by a 100 foot 3/8” or larger rope securely fastened to the hull on one end and the other end with a suitable floatation device.  This is mandated by the US Forest Service.  There are locations throughout the rivers in canyons where waters depths are greater than 80’. 

All race boats must be equipped with a muffling device.  The US Forest Service will be conducting multiple studies on our effects on the environment and it is crucial that we race within environmentally safe boundaries.  The less noise the better for our sport. 

Mufflers – Participants in the 2008 marathon will require mufflers.

Technical Inspection – Pursuant to UIM rules, all boats entered shall pass technical inspection prior to commencement of the race.  Boats may also be re-inspected during the course of the marathon, at the discretion of the Race Captain.  Immediately following the completion of the last leg of the marathon, the first four boats in each class shall report to the Race Captain for inspection.  The top placing 6 boats will report for SBFX Class.

Boat Numbers – If two boats register with the same number, the foreign boat shall retain the number or the first registrant if they both are foreign.