Q: Is my ECEA Transponder compatable with the NEOC Scoring System?
A: 

• 1. The ECEA Transponders DO NOT work with our system. They have coded it in a way that is not compatable wtih our system. We can not reflash them to our code. It causes a problem with scoring our system.


• 2. We recommend that you DO NOT reflash your NEOC Transponder at an ECEA event because we have no way of knowing if we will be able to reflash them back. It could mess with the scoring of our next event again if you do. We recommend that you buy or rent an ECEA transponder for any of their events that you run.


• 3. If you are pre-registered for a NEOC event we also recommend that you DO NOT have your transponder reflashed at any other groups race because this will cause you to stand in line to have it reflash and, of course, that defeats the purpose of pre-registration.


• ~In short, It would make it simple if you are running more then one racing series that use the same transponder system to buy a transponder from each series and be done with it. MARK THEM CLEARLY TO AVOID NO MIX UPS!!

Q: Do I need to belong to the AMA to Race the NEOC?
A: No you do not have to belong to the AMA. We have a great private insurance company. Alot of our rules are the same as AMA we are just not AMA insured.

Q: Can I keep my 2007 riding number from the ECEA Harescrambles and other districts?
A: Yes, we are setting up our data base with a seperate 1000 numbers for PW & Youth and a seperate 1000 for Adults. To make things run smoother for both the NEOC, ECEA & Rider, ECEA Adult & Youth will have until January 15th 2008 to reserve thier # from 2007. After that date #'s are on a first come first serve bases.

Q: How do the transponders work?
A: Your transponder will be assigned to you and your rider number. Example. If you are in the adult series and ride #1, your number will read on the screen 1A. The A stands for adult, Y for youth, etc.. but you do NOT have to put the letter on your bike, it is just for data base purposes.

Q: Where do I mount the Transponder?
A: The transponder MUST be mounted horizontally. It CAN NOT be fastened to any metal or alloy object. You must mount the transponder from your chest to the front of your motorcycle. Example. Zip tied to the front of your chest protector, transponder inserted in a non-conductive insulator such as rubber tubing.

Q: Do I have to be a member of the NEOC or a club to race?
A: You must join the NEOC to qualify for year end points and banquet. It will cost $25 annually. 100% of that fee goes to the year end NEOC banquet. You do not have to belong to any club to ride an NEOC event.

Q: Do you have to buy a transponder every year?
A: No. Once you purchase your transponder you can use it year after year.

Q: If I ride the harescramble series and the pitbike series will I have the same number on both bikes?
A: Yes, this is what we want you to do. It will aid in sign ups and make it easier for everyone all around. Besides, everyone gets to know you by your number so all the spectators will recognize you out on the pitbike course.

Q: Since the events start on Saturday afternoon, when will the gates open?
A: Some events will open on Fridays & others will be Saturday morning. Keep posted to the the schedule of events on the website.

Q: How much will the gate fee be?
A: $5 per person. We want to keep this as affordable as we can.