Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about USA EUC racing
What is USA EUC?
USA EUC is the national sanctioning body for electric unicycle racing in the United States. We provide a unified points system and standardized event structure that connects independently organized, USA EUC-sanctioned races into official national standings.
What does USA EUC do?
USA EUC connects independent EUC races through a shared points system to determine national standings, without controlling how races are operated or hosted.
Why was USA EUC created?
EUC races have always existed as isolated events with no shared structure or consistent way to compare results nationally. USA EUC was created to bring clarity, fairness, and legitimacy to competitive EUC racing through a single, objective system used across events nationwide.
Does USA EUC change how events are operated?
No. All events remain independently owned and operated by their organizers. USA EUC does not control event logistics, staffing, permits, or production. Sanctioning applies only to rules, scoring, and safety standards.
How are race points calculated?
Every USA EUC race uses the same formula:
Race Points = ((Your Time − Winner's Time) ÷ Winner's Time) × 1000
The race winner always scores 0.00 points
All other riders earn points based only on how far behind the winner they finish
Faster times result in lower points
Why does the winner score 0 points?
The system measures time behind the winner, not raw speed alone.
A score of 0.00 represents a perfect result for that race. Everyone else is measured relative to that performance.
Are lower or higher points better?
Lower points are better.
- 0.00 points = race win
- Smaller numbers = closer to the win
- Larger numbers = more time behind the leader
Are there penalties, multipliers, or weighted races?
No.
There are:
- No penalties
- No multipliers
- No event weighting
Every race is scored exactly the same way, regardless of location or event.
Do all events count equally?
Yes. Every sanctioned USA EUC race contributes equally to the national standings using the same formula.
How are season standings calculated?
Season standings are based on each rider's two best race results.
Season Points = (Best Race + Second Best Race) ÷ 2
This approach:
- Rewards consistency
- Encourages participation
- Prevents one bad race from ending a season
Why only the two best races?
Using a rider's best two races keeps the championship competitive and accessible. Riders are rewarded for strong performances without being eliminated by a single mechanical issue, crash, or missed event.
How is the National Champion determined?
The rider with the lowest season points total is crowned the USA EUC National Champion.
No subjective judgment.
No discretionary decisions.
The results are determined entirely by the clock.
What happens if riders are tied in season points?
Ties are broken by comparing additional race results in order:
- Third-best race
- Fourth-best race
- Fifth-best race, then sixth, seventh, and so on
The tie is resolved using actual race performance—never opinion or chance.
What does this points system reward?
This system rewards:
- Speed
- Consistency
- Finishing races
- Ongoing improvement
Every race matters, and standings always reflect real performance on course.
Where can I see my standings?
National standings, rankings, and sanctioned events are published on the official USA EUC website and updated as races are completed.
Who produces media and coverage?
Media coverage may be produced by event organizers, independent media partners, or Amped Electric Games. Event organizers retain control of their own media. Any centralized coverage is intended to support visibility and documentation of the national standings.
Is the points system final?
This system is the official scoring framework for USA EUC-sanctioned races. Any future updates or clarifications will be published transparently so riders always know how they are being scored.
What does USA EUC do?
USA EUC connects independent EUC races through a shared points system, using event results to determine national standings—without controlling how races are run.