A special thanks to those of you who play our iphone game and read our book. Uslmra the united states lawn mower racing association. Its actual racing, on an actual dirt racetrack, with actual lawn mowers. Lawn mower pull registration and official rules 2018.
Limit of two races per mower womens division and legends class can run three. If youre planning to use the arma insurance you must follow the arma rules. The history of racing lawnmowers lawn mower racing secrets. Welcome to the minnesota lawn mower racing association mnlmra we race modified lawn mowers on oval tracks. The rules of tasmanian lawn mower racing are simple. Lets remember to show support, value, social media mentions and tags, on site. It is the participants responsibility to familiarize themselves with the rules, all rules outlined here in, are nonnegotiable. Jun 24, 20 the finely manicured madness of lawnmower racing.
Evans says that companies like precision cams will modify an existing camshaft or sell a new one specifically for mower racing, which can cost. Virginia lawnmower racing association was founded in 2010. Effective date for this rulebook is february 3, 2020. Awesome lawn mower race in off road when it rains youtube. Rules and race info australian ride on lawn mower racing. No, its not a contest to see who can mow their grass the fastest. We have been given an amazing opportunity to relocate to rocky creek kartway at highway 97. A schedule of lawn mower racing events and membership forms can also be found on the site. The classes of mower racing explained welcome, guest. The company is located in mechanicsville and incorporated in virginia.
These are available to rent, however, at many heavyequipment rental companies. Competitors must be aware that clarifications are offered in good faith. To provide specifications for racing lawn mowers in each category as may be amended from time to time. The uslmra membership is the only one needed to race at any local chapter venue. Oct 10, 20 racing lawn mowers home about official rules find a club blog attributions stay safe and healthy. Telephonic race rules conference calls will be followed up with an information letter to the affected affiliates. Be sure to download your copy of the official rules. Laithe has done minor work on his mower, he is replacing the kill switch and next he will be replacing the battery.
Drivers 817 years of age can race with parental permission. The 22 strangest competitions from around the globe wilkesboro, nc hotels, music, food, things to do got 2 b rednecks. If you follow this procedure you shouldnt go far wrong. Unfollow racing lawn mower to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The sport began in england where a group of men discussed some financially viable option to continue their love of motor sports and racing. But clubs dedicated to racing lawn mowers have, over the years sprung up all over the country, namely at the rosss arms, astley, manchester.
All tractors must have been a lawn tractor no garden tractors with a maximum rim size of 8 and a minimum of 6 front or rear, minimum tire size of 15 and maximum of 20 on rear. The mower that i am curious about is a 1995 walker mc 36 with the 16hp kohler engine. Effective date for this rule book is 1 january 2017 heading into the 25 th season we will begin celebrating the 25 th anniversary of uslmra with our 1 st event at the florida state fair in tampa 1820 february 2017 and concluding september 2017 in carlisle, iowa. In australia edit australias first mower race was dreamt up in a small, country pub in harrietville, victoria in 1978. After a mowmentous 25 th anniversary uslmra stabil lawn mower racing season in 2017, we are now set for our 26 th season and beyond and we need your help. Carolina mower racing, great falls, south carolina. The following is a thread that george did on building a mower. After a rules meeting, any request to reconsider a new rule requires a. The british lawn mower racing association home blmra. United states lawn mower racing association, wilmer, alabama. Our racers new england lawn mower racing association. The first rule of lawn mower racing is never talk about lawn mower racing. By 1976 there were races at four or five different villages in surrey and sussex and its from these countries that the majority of competitors still come.
May 12, 2010 ladies, gentlemen and kidsstart your engines. Canadian lawn mower racing association modified class rules. And its a popular spectator sport for north carolina families. This is a prepared class and are mowers that are as delivered from the factory except for the modifications listed in the rule book. You may want to weld some pieces of metal to the chassis, particularly in the rear axle area to stiffen it up if the rule book allows.
Just be sure to browse the mower racing rule book and know how low you can get. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Download registration form click here lawn mower pull official rules 2018. The official website of new zealand lawn mower association. All drivers must sign a release discharging the uslmra from liability. Welcome to arizona lawn mower racing association how the west was mowed.
What are the rules of lawn mower racing answer save. This is a guide to help you get started in lawn mower racing. Lawnmower racing, which has been around for over 30 years, is still an ongoing craze across the u. Welcome to new england lawn mower racing association. Arizona lawn mower racing association, gilbert, arizona. We always stock 12hp flathead, twin opposed flathead, billet single and twin intek, and twin vangaurd camshafts. Rebels and rednecks mower racing association is a group of individuals who love the comradery and the sport of lawn mower racing. Racing enthusiasts cutting financial corners on rideon. Precision cams has quickly become the leader in mower racing camshafts, engines, and components. Apr 15, 2009 the classes of mower racing explained.
The intention or spirit of the rules is that racing mowers must retain the. George is a 8time arma national champion, 4time uslmra national champion, and retired from bp. This is a brief description of the basic rules and regualtions associated with the sport of lawn mower racing. Atlantic racing mower association arma home facebook. These rules and regulations apply to events authorised by the race committee of the british lawn. Mower rules all mowers must have visible numbers on both sides of the hood all mowers must run gasoline unless running an open mower that requires mixed or diesel fuel all mowers must have rear fenders mowers must run lawn mower tires with the exception of modified vtwin classes modified vtwin classes can run either lawn mower tires or hoosiers. The world of lawn mower racing supercharged racing.
The wisconsin lawn mower racing association adheres to the rules set forth by the united states lawn mower racing association. You need a murray deck spindle housing murray part number 55962, a 58 dia. You have got to admit that if your not used to reading rule books the class definition part of the us rule book cn get. I used to be a member of the disbanded ndrlma in texas, i have since came across the rules we used to use so i thought i would post them here so anybody would like to run a lawn mower drag race series they would have a good set of rules to start from. Official rulebook download wisconsin lawn mower racing. Other than that, its balls to the wall cut throat action. Dec 5, 20 a different way to use your lawn and garden equipment.
Uslmra rule book or using a different rule book it must be submitted for. One of the very first things we suggest to anyone who wants to go lawn mower racing is to visit an event and see what is involved. Lawn mower racing association continues to kick grass. The british lawn mower racing associaton regulations. We need all racers at all uslmra events affiliated clubs, local chapters and nationals to be duespaying members, and we need your help to make sure that happens. Like most traditions, lawn mower racing was born not out of necessity, but out of a desire to do things better. It might not be manufacturerapproved, but yes, its real. Otherwise, start reading below for the original build. Great place to meet up with and find other lawn mower racing people and.
The maximum length of any mower shall be determined by the structural soundness of any lengthening processes. Traditional forms of motorsports such as stockcars, sportscar racing, speedboats and even motocross tend to be very expensive. Modifications should only be made after consulting the handbook. The world of lawn mower racing supercharged racing mower.
To provide for the safe conduct of lawn mower racing in australia. Apparently, lawn mower racing is serious business around there and so i went up on saturday afternoon to check. The following downloadable information pdf is made possible by george herrin. Heres another riding mower given a new lease on life as a racing machine. Lawn mower drag race general rules and regulations if, after reading these rules, you need clarification you are encouraged to contact the officials who youve registered with. The downloadable pdf is a copy of the official uslmra racing handbook rulebook and general competition regulations. The inspection teamofficials has the full discretion to inspect any mower that seems questionable drivers can protest a mower that they believe is illegal. If youve read this before, proceed to step 12 for the latest updates. If you are using the uslmra rule book all is fine, but if you have additional classes outside the uslmra rule book or using a different rule book it must be submitted for approval and safety compliance. Lawn mower racing association or must race as part of a sanctioned uslmra affiliated club ac.
Replacement cosmetic parts may be fabricated if desired. Arizona lawn mower racing association home facebook. New zealand lawn mower racing association inc rules. To recognize the everincreasing speeds of racing lawn mowers and the wide. You will be able to compete at any local chapter or national lawn mower race hosted by the uslmra or one of its local chapters, providing you are a member in good standing and compliant with the rules and guidelines set forth in the uslmra rule book. All drivers and owners are required to be a member of the ndrlma. To find out more about becoming a member, download the rule book, andor just to visit, go to. United states lawn mower racing association startseite facebook.
Regulations forthe british lawn mower racing association. Rob, who shops at our kitchener, on store, likes to compete in events organized by the southwestern ontario lawn tractor racing association soltra. We race riding lawn mowers at demolition derbys, county fairs, monster truck events, go cart tracks and rodeos. No alcoholic beverages will be consumed before, during, or after any race, by any national drag racing lawn mower association member, helper, or participant inside the fenced racing area. Get a brief glimpse at the history of lawn mower racing along with a look at lawn mower racing rules in this article from mowers direct. Lawn mower racing it may not be quite as popular as nascar, but there are multiple national organizations in the us. Racing tends to take place in bare fields, with the track marked in a temporary fashion typically using bales or plastic blocks. An official rule book can be downloaded from the united states lawn mower racing association website. And there are rules to lawn mower racing, as well as two official governing bodies that oversee the sport. Awesome lawn mower race in off road when it rains klaperjaht, estonia 2016.
The 2020 season is almost here and we are gearing up for another exciting race year in the s. Official uslmra rules summary the following is a summary of the official uslmra racing handbook rulebook and general competition regulations. Ive recently completely turned this mower into a new build. The australian ride on lawn mower racing association is a non profit organisation and run primarily for racing enthusiasts and their friends while helping to raise much needed funds for local community organisations such as local branches of the cfa. Rebels and rednecks united mower racing association. Blades, belts or mower decks must be removed so that accidental engagement of blades does not occur. Garden guides how to build a drag racing lawn mower. It will require the use of a welder, which most homeowners do not have in their home. Everyone is welcome to come join us whether you are racing or just enjoy watching. Needs a couple things fixed on it, but is in pretty good overall condition. National drag racing lawn mower association rules ndrlma. Share your lawn mower racing photos and videos with us on facebook. Apparelpublicity air filters axles brake kits brake parts catch cans chassis components chassis kits chain guard clutches.
New for the summer we have found some mow horse power for your briggs intek single with the pc440. We want everyone to race, but we are creating fairness, safety and consistency in enforcing the rules. Racing lawn mowers home about official rules find a club. An 18 hp engine powers this surprisingly fast little guy.
The whole point of this rule is to avoid having people spend large amounts. Lower is always better on the tracks, especially in tight turns. Later in 2015 new rules were imposed lied on the lawn mower racing system in new mexico preventing lawn mower racing to occur in populated locations. The thread is from 2007, so that is why we say youll want to look in the rulebook for official rules. What are the rules of lawn mower racing yahoo answers. The blmra is run primarily for fun loving enthusiasts. As stated in the uslmra presidents message there will be no changes in this years rule book that pertains to mower builds. Race will feature heat races for modified and stock, big wheel or bike races for kids, and a special race with regular mowers, registration begins at 11 am. Different lawn mower racing associations have different rules. Failure to do so will result in immediate termination to the arma organization. You guys are amazing and all the great things you tell us about the game and the book make those projects so worthwhile. Nelmra has decided to introduce the gp class into our line up. There are now several lawn mower racing clubs in the uk with slightly differing construction rules but a similar ethos that events should be professionally run and costs kept to a minimum. May, 2008 the first rule of lawn mower racing is never talk about lawn mower racing.
The coonamble show lawn mower racing rules as of 5th may 2015 stewart henry moxham part 1 preliminary. The only two areas that need to be is a clarification of a specific rule that needs to be clarified for. Sep 24, 2008 heres something to do when your bored. I was asked to go shoot photos for a story being run on lawn mower racing in ellerbe, nc which is about 10 miles north of rockingham if you know where that is. It is an amateur sport, although run in a professional manner. Racing a drag racing lawn mower is a project that a homeowning racing fan can do in their garage. Virginia lawnmower racing association specializes in lawn mower repair shop. Any alterations repairs or replacements to the body or chassis of the mower are permitted provided the mower retains the appearance of and can be readily recognized as a ride on lawn mower. This was my most recent assignment for the observer.
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