2021 PKC RULES
GENERAL INFORMATION
1 PKC Eligibility
1.1 Competitors must be aged 16 or over to race in the PKC.
1.2 Competitors must sign-in and attend the event safety briefings at every round they compete in or face exclusion.
2 Cost
2.1 Each round of the PKC will cost £40 per competitor.
2.2 Competitors must pay a one-off entry fee of £10 on their first round, which contributes to admin and promotional costs.
3 Calendar
3.1 For the 2021 PKC calendar, please visit our website.
4 Equipment
4.1 All equipment including; race suit, balaclava, gloves & helmet will be provided free of charge by the circuit.
4.2 Seat inserts are available at the circuit and are issued on a first come, first served basis.
4.3 Competitors can use their own race attire, but must have them approved by circuit staff beforehand.
4.4 The karts used for the PKC will be the house fleet of the circuit. The fleet will be benchmarked and thoroughly tested and checked before each PKC round to ensure they are as close as possible in performance.
5 Track
5.1 West Wales Karting in Haverfordwest will host PKC 2021.
6 Consent
6.1 By competing in the PKC, competitors give their consent for any photographs taken of them to be used online or on marketing material by the PKC or circuit. If competitors do not wish to have their photos used, they must notify the PKC in writing.
7 Disclaimer
7.1 We reserve the right to modify the format or event schedule during the season, however full disclosure will be made to competitors should this occur.
8 Safety
8.1 Track rules will be given during the mandatory safety briefings and will be enforced by track staff during each PKC event.
8.2 The PKC brings together competitors with varying levels of experience. As such, all competitors must be aware and respectful of slower drivers.
8.3 Competitors must display good racing etiquette. This means the track will not tolerate dangerous or aggressive driving, turning in deliberately on an overtaking driver, deliberate contact with other drivers, gaining an unfair advantage and not conceding the place, foul or abusive language and gestures to anyone in attendance.
8.4 West Wales Karting is a registered member of the National Karting Association (NKA) and have taken, under NKA guidance, reasonable precautions to ensure safety is maintained. Competitors are reminded that all forms of motorsport can be dangerous and by taking part in the PKC, you are present at your own risk.
9 Championship Categories
9.1 All competitors will compete under one of our weight classes; Lightweights or Heavyweights.
Top 3 trophies will be awarded to each weight class at the end of each event.
Champions Trophies, Runners up and third place trophies will be awarded to each weight class at the end of the season.
9.2 Masters Cup: Competitors aged 40 or over will also be competing in this category.
Ladies Cup: Female competitors will also be competing in this category.
Rookie of the Year Cup: New drivers or those who have never finished in the top 5 will also compete in this category.
10 Prizes
10.1 Drivers will win trophies in relation to the categories listed in 9.1 and 9.2.
10.2 The 2021 Lightweight & Heavyweight Champions, along with the winners of the Masters Cup, Ladies Cup and Rookie of the Year Cup will win a place on one of the PKC teams entered to race in the Paul Sartori 500K Charity Challenge, held at West Wales Karting in October/November 2021.
10.3 The 2021 Lightweight & Heavyweight Champions will each win entry into the Welsh Rental Kart Championship (official Welsh regional qualifer to the BRKC), held at West Wales Karting.
11 Practice
11.1 There will be no practice as part of the race day format for each PKC round in 2021.
11.2 A dedicated practice session will be available the week before each PKC round, open only to PKC competitors.
11.3 Practice sessions are NOT mandatory for PKC competitors and are entirely optional.
11.4 If competitors take part in the Thursday practice sessions, they will be charged the special rate of £55 which covers the practice and also entry for the following round.
12 Penalties
12.1 Track staff and marshals are trained to NKA standards. As such, any decision they make will be informed and final.
12.2 If a competitor commits an offence, they risk being deducted points.
12.3 In the unlikely event of a kart failure not attributed to driver error, compensation points may be awarded but will be done so on a case by case basis.
EVENT INFORMATION
13 Event Timetable
13.1 30-60mins before event start:
- Arrive at the circuit.
- On arrival you will be weighed by a PKC representative.
- Sign in with the track and pay at reception.
- You will be shown where to collect and change into your race overalls.
Event start:
- Competitors arriving after this time risk being unable to race.
- Mandatory track and PKC safety briefing for all competitors in the upstairs briefing room.
Race 1, 8x lap sprint race,
Race 2, 8x lap sprint race,
Race 3, 8x lap sprint race,
Race 4, 8x lap sprint race,
Race 5, 20x lap feature race.
14 Event Format
14.1 Grid positions for Race 1 will be determined by each competitors overall fastest lap (in Races 1-4) from the previous round they attended.
14.2 Grid positions for Race 2, 3 and 4 will be determined by each competitors fastest lap from the previous race.
14.3 Grid positions for Race 5 will be determined by the total number of points earned up to that point by each competitor.
14.4 In the event of a tie when deciding grid positions, position will be awarded to the competitor with the fastest overall lap up to that point. If still tied, it will be decided by a coin toss.
14.5 Starting positions for Race 1 at Round 1 will be decided at random.
14.6 If a weight class has a high number of competitors in attendance that exceeds the maximum number of karts allowed on the track, those competitors will be split into 'quicker' and 'slower' groups determined by their fastest laps. The quicker group will be able to receive more points in a race. However competitors can move between each group as an event progresses depending on their fastest lap times.
14.7 Competitors of each weight class will race separately from each other. The only exception to this rule will be where there are very low attendances. Should this happen the two smaller weight classes in attendance will be grouped together, but still scored independently from each other.
15 Weight
15.1 Competitors must be weighed wearing or holding a race suit and helmet.
15.2 Lightweight Weight: To be declared after weigh-in at Round 1
Heavyweight Weight: To be declared after weigh in at Round 1
15.3 Only the official PKC scales will be used to determine weight. Should they fail, a backup scales will be used.
15.4 Ballast will be provided to any drivers requiring weight to meet the lightweight threshold.
15.5 If a competitor fluctuates between a weight class during the season, they will only score points for the class they qualify for at each event.
16 Points & Scoring
16.1 Competitors will score points in all Races.
16.2 Race 5 will award double points.
16.3 1st: 30 points, 2nd: 29, 3rd: 28, 4th: 27 - reducing by 1 all the way to 0.
16.4 If a competitor chooses not to finish a race, they will receive 0 points.
16.5 If competitors are in split groups, the faster group score the higher points. The winner of a race in the slower group will score the next points down in the sequence behind the last placed person in the group above them.
Working example for events where drivers exceed the max grid size of 10 drivers:
Faster group, 1st place gets 30 points, 2nd gets 29 points and so on to 10th place who gets 21 points.
Slower group, winner is classified as 11th place and gets 20 points, second place is classified as 12th place and gets 19 points and so on...
16.6 If competitors are tied on points at the end of an event or championship, the position will be awarded to the competitor with the better finishing record in the event/championship. If still tied, it will go to the fastest lap in the event/championship.
17 Cut-Through
17.1 The cut-through will be positioned on the back straight and will allow competitors to bypass the middle sector of the track.
17.2 Each competitor will have 1x cut-through to use at each round but can only use it (if they wish) during the Race 5 feature race.
17.3 By using the cut-through, competitors can gain track advantage and points associated with that position.
17.4 The resulting fastest lap time from using a cut-through will not be used in determining any race starting positions.
17.5 Competitors must use the cut-through safely and responsibly or risk a penalty.
18 Special Events
18.1 Special events will be held throughout the season. This means if you cannot actively take part in the whole season, you still have an opportunity to win a trophy.
18.2 Round 2 and 4 will be billed as our "Summer Cup" and "Autumn Cup" respectively. These rounds will run no different to normal except the winning drivers will win the aforementioned trophies. Round 3 will be billed as our "Fastest Lap Challenge" where the top drivers of the event will be invited to set a single flying lap in the same kart.
1 PKC Eligibility
1.1 Competitors must be aged 16 or over to race in the PKC.
1.2 Competitors must sign-in and attend the event safety briefings at every round they compete in or face exclusion.
2 Cost
2.1 Each round of the PKC will cost £40 per competitor.
2.2 Competitors must pay a one-off entry fee of £10 on their first round, which contributes to admin and promotional costs.
3 Calendar
3.1 For the 2021 PKC calendar, please visit our website.
4 Equipment
4.1 All equipment including; race suit, balaclava, gloves & helmet will be provided free of charge by the circuit.
4.2 Seat inserts are available at the circuit and are issued on a first come, first served basis.
4.3 Competitors can use their own race attire, but must have them approved by circuit staff beforehand.
4.4 The karts used for the PKC will be the house fleet of the circuit. The fleet will be benchmarked and thoroughly tested and checked before each PKC round to ensure they are as close as possible in performance.
5 Track
5.1 West Wales Karting in Haverfordwest will host PKC 2021.
6 Consent
6.1 By competing in the PKC, competitors give their consent for any photographs taken of them to be used online or on marketing material by the PKC or circuit. If competitors do not wish to have their photos used, they must notify the PKC in writing.
7 Disclaimer
7.1 We reserve the right to modify the format or event schedule during the season, however full disclosure will be made to competitors should this occur.
8 Safety
8.1 Track rules will be given during the mandatory safety briefings and will be enforced by track staff during each PKC event.
8.2 The PKC brings together competitors with varying levels of experience. As such, all competitors must be aware and respectful of slower drivers.
8.3 Competitors must display good racing etiquette. This means the track will not tolerate dangerous or aggressive driving, turning in deliberately on an overtaking driver, deliberate contact with other drivers, gaining an unfair advantage and not conceding the place, foul or abusive language and gestures to anyone in attendance.
8.4 West Wales Karting is a registered member of the National Karting Association (NKA) and have taken, under NKA guidance, reasonable precautions to ensure safety is maintained. Competitors are reminded that all forms of motorsport can be dangerous and by taking part in the PKC, you are present at your own risk.
9 Championship Categories
9.1 All competitors will compete under one of our weight classes; Lightweights or Heavyweights.
Top 3 trophies will be awarded to each weight class at the end of each event.
Champions Trophies, Runners up and third place trophies will be awarded to each weight class at the end of the season.
9.2 Masters Cup: Competitors aged 40 or over will also be competing in this category.
Ladies Cup: Female competitors will also be competing in this category.
Rookie of the Year Cup: New drivers or those who have never finished in the top 5 will also compete in this category.
10 Prizes
10.1 Drivers will win trophies in relation to the categories listed in 9.1 and 9.2.
10.2 The 2021 Lightweight & Heavyweight Champions, along with the winners of the Masters Cup, Ladies Cup and Rookie of the Year Cup will win a place on one of the PKC teams entered to race in the Paul Sartori 500K Charity Challenge, held at West Wales Karting in October/November 2021.
10.3 The 2021 Lightweight & Heavyweight Champions will each win entry into the Welsh Rental Kart Championship (official Welsh regional qualifer to the BRKC), held at West Wales Karting.
11 Practice
11.1 There will be no practice as part of the race day format for each PKC round in 2021.
11.2 A dedicated practice session will be available the week before each PKC round, open only to PKC competitors.
11.3 Practice sessions are NOT mandatory for PKC competitors and are entirely optional.
11.4 If competitors take part in the Thursday practice sessions, they will be charged the special rate of £55 which covers the practice and also entry for the following round.
12 Penalties
12.1 Track staff and marshals are trained to NKA standards. As such, any decision they make will be informed and final.
12.2 If a competitor commits an offence, they risk being deducted points.
12.3 In the unlikely event of a kart failure not attributed to driver error, compensation points may be awarded but will be done so on a case by case basis.
EVENT INFORMATION
13 Event Timetable
13.1 30-60mins before event start:
- Arrive at the circuit.
- On arrival you will be weighed by a PKC representative.
- Sign in with the track and pay at reception.
- You will be shown where to collect and change into your race overalls.
Event start:
- Competitors arriving after this time risk being unable to race.
- Mandatory track and PKC safety briefing for all competitors in the upstairs briefing room.
Race 1, 8x lap sprint race,
Race 2, 8x lap sprint race,
Race 3, 8x lap sprint race,
Race 4, 8x lap sprint race,
Race 5, 20x lap feature race.
14 Event Format
14.1 Grid positions for Race 1 will be determined by each competitors overall fastest lap (in Races 1-4) from the previous round they attended.
14.2 Grid positions for Race 2, 3 and 4 will be determined by each competitors fastest lap from the previous race.
14.3 Grid positions for Race 5 will be determined by the total number of points earned up to that point by each competitor.
14.4 In the event of a tie when deciding grid positions, position will be awarded to the competitor with the fastest overall lap up to that point. If still tied, it will be decided by a coin toss.
14.5 Starting positions for Race 1 at Round 1 will be decided at random.
14.6 If a weight class has a high number of competitors in attendance that exceeds the maximum number of karts allowed on the track, those competitors will be split into 'quicker' and 'slower' groups determined by their fastest laps. The quicker group will be able to receive more points in a race. However competitors can move between each group as an event progresses depending on their fastest lap times.
14.7 Competitors of each weight class will race separately from each other. The only exception to this rule will be where there are very low attendances. Should this happen the two smaller weight classes in attendance will be grouped together, but still scored independently from each other.
15 Weight
15.1 Competitors must be weighed wearing or holding a race suit and helmet.
15.2 Lightweight Weight: To be declared after weigh-in at Round 1
Heavyweight Weight: To be declared after weigh in at Round 1
15.3 Only the official PKC scales will be used to determine weight. Should they fail, a backup scales will be used.
15.4 Ballast will be provided to any drivers requiring weight to meet the lightweight threshold.
15.5 If a competitor fluctuates between a weight class during the season, they will only score points for the class they qualify for at each event.
16 Points & Scoring
16.1 Competitors will score points in all Races.
16.2 Race 5 will award double points.
16.3 1st: 30 points, 2nd: 29, 3rd: 28, 4th: 27 - reducing by 1 all the way to 0.
16.4 If a competitor chooses not to finish a race, they will receive 0 points.
16.5 If competitors are in split groups, the faster group score the higher points. The winner of a race in the slower group will score the next points down in the sequence behind the last placed person in the group above them.
Working example for events where drivers exceed the max grid size of 10 drivers:
Faster group, 1st place gets 30 points, 2nd gets 29 points and so on to 10th place who gets 21 points.
Slower group, winner is classified as 11th place and gets 20 points, second place is classified as 12th place and gets 19 points and so on...
16.6 If competitors are tied on points at the end of an event or championship, the position will be awarded to the competitor with the better finishing record in the event/championship. If still tied, it will go to the fastest lap in the event/championship.
17 Cut-Through
17.1 The cut-through will be positioned on the back straight and will allow competitors to bypass the middle sector of the track.
17.2 Each competitor will have 1x cut-through to use at each round but can only use it (if they wish) during the Race 5 feature race.
17.3 By using the cut-through, competitors can gain track advantage and points associated with that position.
17.4 The resulting fastest lap time from using a cut-through will not be used in determining any race starting positions.
17.5 Competitors must use the cut-through safely and responsibly or risk a penalty.
18 Special Events
18.1 Special events will be held throughout the season. This means if you cannot actively take part in the whole season, you still have an opportunity to win a trophy.
18.2 Round 2 and 4 will be billed as our "Summer Cup" and "Autumn Cup" respectively. These rounds will run no different to normal except the winning drivers will win the aforementioned trophies. Round 3 will be billed as our "Fastest Lap Challenge" where the top drivers of the event will be invited to set a single flying lap in the same kart.
