MOSSEL BAY KASKAR RACE

KASKAR SPECIFICATIONS

1. Dimensions:
   • Must not exceed 180cm wide and 365cm long
   • Chassis Clearance must be at least 18cm from the ground and no taller than 215cm
   • Wheelbase (front-to-rear axle) must not exceed 2.5m
2. Weight: Must not exceed 80kg (excluding driver)
3. Power Source: Must be powered by gravity only - no motors, engines, or sails
4. Wheels:
   • Exactly 4 wheels required
   • Maximum diameter of 300mm (30cm)
5. Construction: Typically made of wood (screws preferred over nails with ample wood glue)

Compliance Checklist

DRIVE TRAIN REQUIREMENTS

1. All kaskarre must have 4 wheels (maximum diameter: 300mm)
2. Must be gravity powered only - no motors, engines, or sails
3. Wood construction recommended (use screws and wood glue)
4. Must meet all dimensional requirements (180cm wide × 365cm long × 215cm tall max)

STEERING SYSTEMS

1. Simple Pivot Steering: Most common system with front axle rotating about a central pivot
2. Four Bar Linkage: More complex (similar to automobile steering)
3. Steering must accommodate sharp turns on the course
4. Avoid designs that turn too sharply (can cause flipping)

BRAKING SYSTEMS

1. Skid Pad on Wheels: Basic and effective (brake shoe rubs against wheels)
2. Skid Pad on Ground: The pad contacts the ground directly, which is not recommended as it poses a risk of damaging the Marsh Street road surface.
3. Calliper Brakes: Similar to bicycle brakes
4. Anchor/Parachute: Novelty option only
5. All kaskarre must have functional emergency braking systems

TEAM REQUIREMENTS

1. Maximum 6 team members per entry (including driver)
2. Teams must be local amateur entrants
3. Allowed 4-meter push-start (clearly marked boundary)
4. No interference with kaskar after push-start
5. Teams may perform introductory performances

DRIVER REQUIREMENTS

1. Minimum age: 12 years
2. One driver per kaskar
3. Drivers must not be locked in - must be able to exit freely
4. Under-18 drivers require signed parental permission

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

1. Helmets: Full-face helmets required (unaltered)
2. Elbow and knee pads required
3. No loose clothing or accessories

JUDGING CRITERIA

1. Creative design (30%)
2. Race finish time (50%)
3. Team intro performance (20%)

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

1. Completed entry forms due by 5:00 PM on August 27 at 2 Sao Bras Street, Da Nova
2. Signed indemnity forms required for all participants
3. Parent/guardian signatures required for minors

GENERAL RACE CONDUCT

1. No intentional bumping or blocking
2. Obey all marshal instructions and flags
3. Stay within track boundaries
4. Yield to faster kaskarre on straight sections
5. Remain with stopped kaskar until marshal assistance arrives