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IFMAR 12th SCALE WORLDS PROPOSALS WANTED

May 7, 2022

IFMAR 12th SCALE WORLDS PROPOSALS WANTED

Every two years, IFMAR (International Federation of Model Auto Racing) rotates each discipline of world championships to its member blocs. In 2023 the IFMAR World Championship for 12th Scale Onroad will be held within the ROAR bloc (United States and Canada). 

ROAR is now seeking proposals from tracks interested in hosting this event which will run two classes, 12th Scale Modified and 12th Scale 13.5T Spec on carpet.

Interested tracks should submit their proposals using the national bid template located at https://www.roarracing.com/forms/Nationals-bid-template.doc

Proposals must be received by May 31, 2022 in order to be assured of consideration. Submit bids electronically to Jeff Parker, ROAR Competition Director at compdir@roarracing.com

A summary of relevant information follows but more complete information on IFMAR WORLDS EVENTS and 12th SCALE can be found at:

https://www.ifmar.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/2021%20IFMAR_WC_General_Rules%20V1.pdf

https://www.ifmar.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2022%20Ifmar_WC%20_%20Electric%20ONROAD%20-V%20Dec2021.pdf

Projected time frame - spring or fall 2023 (spring preferred). Specific dates to be determined. May be run as a 3 day or 5 day event depending on entries.

All entries are made through the 4 IFMAR blocs and then sent to the host track

Number of entries: normally 120 maximum, may be increased to 150 at request of host

Host track receives payment of $195 per entry from IFMAR for 5 day event or $170 for 3 day event.

Host track retains all sponsorship revenue

Host track responsible for:

  • Trophies to top 20 finishers in each class
  • Banquet for competitors
  • Car numbers
  • Identification badges

Host track to recommend control tires and inserts to IFMAR Executive Committee per Section 3.0.2 and be prepared to handle sales and tire impound requirements per Section 3.0.6.

Host track to provide general liability insurance of $1 million minimum

Host track to contract with ROAR RMT for Race Director and Chief Technical Inspector. ROAR to cover half this cost. ROAR to provide timing and scoring and inspection equipment. Host track may contract for additional ROAR RMT support at their discretion. 

Host Track to provide 2 stage reports providing information on the event (details on IFMAR site)

  • Stage 1 - issued within one month of selection as host
  • Stage 2 - issued at least 6 weeks prior to event

$1000 Sanction Fee to be paid to IFMAR (deducted from entry fees collected)

Host to provide Performance Bond of up to $2000 at request of IFMAR; refundable at successful conclusion of event.

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