As indicated by its name, this is the N.E.C.C.'s entry-level class. This class has been changed from its previous Junior Group 10 format. It is open to all ages of racers and the intent is a beginning racer class. Track owners and Race Directors will be responsible for authorizing and de-authorizing novice racers. This class will be open to racers that are new to the hobby and relatively inexperienced in series racing events.
This class uses a sealed handout motor, which is provided by the series. Motors are handed out the day of the race, upon signup.
While certainly no slouch in the speed department, the Novice and Senior Group 10 classes are the two 'slowest' classes run during an N.E.C.C. event, and are well-suited to people who want to try running the series for the first time.
Restrictions: The Novice Group 10 class is restricted to inexperienced racers who do not have extensive series racing experience. Any driver in Novice Group 10 who wins this championship will not be allowed to compete in this class in any subsequent seasons.
Rules specific to the Novice Group 10 class are broken down into categories and listed below for convenience. If there is a question or "gray area" about whether or not the rules will allow what you want to do, consult one of the Series Directors. They are the final judges of what will and will not be allowed to race.
All N.E.C.C. General Rules apply to this class as well.
Chassis• Any mass-produced stamped steel flexi chassis allowed, except the open motor box styles (JK Cheetah 11, ProSlot, Kelly SpeedFX) |
Gears• 9 tooth 48 pitch pinion gears must be used |
Tires• Any diameter rear tire may be used |
Axles• Minimum rear axle diameter is 1/8", and must be solid |
Motors• Motors run must be motor given out that day with tape seal intact and assigned number |
Bodies• Any commercially produced body is allowed |
