Competition Rules

USA EUC is the sanctioning authority for this rulebook and points system. Each event is independently produced by its organizer. The Event Race Director has final authority on race day for that event.

• Active membership is required for points, rankings, and championship eligibility.
• Racers must sign the liability waiver before entering the track.
• Membership status may be checked at registration.
• Membership is renewed annually.

• Youth: 12 and under (as of January 1).
• Teen: 13–16 (as of January 1).
• Pro Men: Elite riders
• Pro Women: Open to all female riders.
• USA EUC may reclassify riders for safety or competitive balance.

• Riders must register before the posted deadline.
• ID may be required to verify age.
• Riders must attend the mandatory rider meeting.
• Event credentials must be displayed in restricted areas.

• Each rider receives a race number.
• Numbers must be clearly displayed as required by the event.
• 1–99 may be reserved for Pros or past champions.
• Race numbers must be clearly visible from the front and the back.

Events may include:

• Practice
• Qualifying
• Timed heats
• Finals
• Mass Start

Formats must follow USA EUC standards and will be published per event.

Race Timing:

• Times recorded to 0.01 seconds.
• Winner determined by lowest time or fastest run depending on event format.

• Electronic timing required; manual backup allowed.
• DNF (Did Not Finish) and DNS (Did Not Start) receive maximum points for that race.
• Dead heats share placement and points.
• Race Directors must verify all official times.

8.1 Core Formula

Race Points = ((Tr – Tw) / Tw) × 1000

This formula measures how far a rider finishes behind the winner as a percentage of the winning time, scaled by 1000. Lower points indicate a better result.

• Tr = Racer's time
• Tw = Winner's time

8.2 Rules

• Winner always scores 0.00.
• Lower points = better performance.
• Every event counts equally.
• No penalties, multipliers, or weighting in Year 1.

9.1 Season Points Formula

Each rider's season total = average of their two best races:

Season Points = (Best Race 1 + Best Race 2) / 2

9.3 Champion

Lowest season points wins.

9.4 Seasonal Reset

• Season runs Jan 1 – Dec 31.
• All rankings reset annually.

Classes vary by event but typically include:

• Mens Pro
• Womens Pro
• Mens Amateur
• Womens Amateur
• Youth / Teen
• Masters 40+

Future expansion possible, but not included in this racer rulebook.

• Only single-wheel, self-balancing electric unicycles are allowed.
• No handlebars or steering assists unless approved.
• Must be free from mechanical damage.
• Battery and wiring must be secured; no exposed HV components.
• Officials may inspect at any time.

Mandatory:

• Full-face helmet
• Gloves/wrist protection
• Knee + elbow pads
• Armor or armored jacket (back protection strongly recommended)
• Sturdy, ankle-covering footwear

Damaged gear may disqualify a rider from entering the course.

• Tracks must have safe run-off when possible.
• Riders must follow marshal and flag instructions.
• Emergency access must always be clear.

• Arrive to staging on time.
• Start order must be followed.
• Movement before the start signal = jump start penalty.

• Clean, respectful racing is required.
• Must allow reasonable space when passing.
• Blocking, weaving, or dangerous line changes prohibited.
• Crashed riders must rejoin only when safe.

• Green: Track live
• Yellow: Caution – no passing
• Red: Race stopped
• Black: Rider-specific issue – exit track
• Checkered: End of session

• Warning
• Time penalty
• Position penalty
• Removal from session or event

May result from:

• Intentional/reckless contact
• Riding impaired
• Physical or verbal assault
• Unsafe or illegal equipment

• Timing/placement protests must be submitted in the protest window.
• Must be written and directed to the Race Director.
• Video evidence may be considered.
• Race-day decisions are final.

• EMS must be present for racing sessions.
• Riders involved in major crashes may need evaluation.
• Officials may remove riders for safety concerns.

• Venues must maintain safe tracks and barriers.
• Riders must follow venue safety rules at all times.

• Approved timing systems determine official results.
• Riders must ensure numbers and timing chips are properly placed.
• Events may record video, photos, and interviews.

• Youth classes must follow published age limits.
• Guardian consent required.
• Additional safety gear or speed limits may apply.

• Damaged or swollen batteries are prohibited.
• Charging only in designated areas.
• Any battery incident must be reported immediately.

• No alcohol, drugs, or impairing substances before or during racing.
• Officials may remove riders suspected of impairment.

• USA EUC may update rules as needed.
• Revisions will be published with version dates.
• Riders may submit feedback for future seasons.