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RACE FLAGS

To continue the record of safety karting has acquired over the decades since its inception, everyone involved must remember to know the flags, follow the rules and above all RACE SAFE!

There are seven basic racing flags which are designed as instant visual notification for drivers and spectators alike. They are…

Green — Displayed at the start of practice or a race and is kept visible as long as the track is clean and clear for competition.

Yellow — Commonly known as the ‘caution flag’, is shown when the track is partially blocked by an accident, emergency vehicles or objects on the track. While a yellow flag is in use, drivers are to slow down, use caution, hold position and not pass other karts.

Red — Stop Immediately! The race has been stopped due to unsafe conditions.

Blue — Move over, a faster driver is attempting to lap or pass.

Black — Finish the lap and return to the pits because of defective equipment or hazardous driving techniques. The black flag in a rolled position indicates a warning to a driver that there may be a problem.

White — One lap remaining to the conclusion of the race.

Checkered — The event is over. Finish the lap and proceed to the pits at a slower rate of speed.

As a racer, it is your responsibility to know the flags and how the race director will use them. If you have any questions, be sure to ask during the pre-race driver’s meeting.

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