📄 Cash Cup II – Rules & Event Format

Morongo Valley RC Park

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🏁 Overview

Cash Cup II is a lap-count race across multiple crawler scales.

Fastest total time wins. Reliability, consistency, and strategy matter.

• 1/24 – 10 laps

• 1/18 – 15 laps

• 1/10 – 20 laps

Winner takes the purse for their class.

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🏎 Start Procedure

• Racers launch one at a time from Start Lane A

• Launch spacing: 5–10 seconds between drivers

• Lane B is a passing / bypass lane, not a start lane

• Merge rule: Lead vehicle has right-of-way

• Clean passes only — no intentional punting

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⚖ Class Splitting

• Classes may subdivide when turnout supports it

• 3 rigs make a class

• Example splits:

• 1/10 → 1.9 vs 2.2

• 1/24 → Stock vs Mod

• Each class has their own purse and winner

• Final classes announced before racing begins

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💥 Contact Rules

• Light rubbing OK — this is racing

• No aggressive ramming, dive-bombing, or blocking

• Penalty/DSQ for repeat rough conduct

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⏱Timing & Trackmate Transponders

• Trackmate Transponder required for official lap scoring

• Limited loaners available

• Must be mounted clearly before staging

• Timing results are final

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💰 Fees & Payout

Pre-Registration: $10 per class

Day-Of Registration: $20 per class

• Winner-Take-All payout = 50% of entries per class

• Remaining 50% reinvested into MVRCP growth & events

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🔧 Vehicle Rules

• Electric only

• Mods allowed unless split class applies

• Repairs allowed during race — clock does not stop

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🤝 Conduct

• Respect racers, staff, equipment, and property

• Director decisions are final

• Marshaling may be required

• Keep pit & track spaces clean

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Format

• The Cash Cup is a timed lap event — fastest total time wins.

• Qualifying: 1 timed lap. Each racer gets one attempt. Starting order for the Main is set by qualifying times.

• Main: 3 timed laps. The racer with the lowest total elapsed time across all 3 laps wins.

• Racers leave the line in staggered intervals (about every 30 seconds, possibly up to 1–2 minutes if entries are large).

• This is a race against the clock — position on track does not matter, only recorded lap times.

Classes

• Two classes: Stock and Modified.

• Racers may self-declare their class.

Transponders & Timing

• Every racer must run a Trackmate transponder to be officially timed.

• TrackTechRC has a limited number of loaner transponders available.

• Preregistration secures both a pit space and a loaner transponder (if needed).

• Transponders must be mounted securely and visibly before going to the line.

• Timing is fully automated — results are based on lap times, not visual scoring.

Preregistration & Pit Spaces

• Preregister early for best pit selection and transponder access.

• Pit spaces are chosen in the order of preregistration (first come, first served).

• 10 premium trackside pits available; overflow added as needed.

• Day-of registration is allowed, but pit space and transponders are not guaranteed.

Entry Fees & Cash Payouts

• Entry fee: $20 per class.

• $10 from each entry goes into the prize pool of the class you’re racing.

• The remaining $10 covers facility expenses.

• Each class has its own pool, split:

• 1st Place – 50% of the class pool

• 2nd Place – 30%

• 3rd Place – 20%

• If a class has fewer than 5 entries, payout may be adjusted to winner-take-all or top-2 only.

Season Points & Awards

• No trophies for individual events.

• Awards are given at the end of the season, based on combined time from all three races.

• The Top 3 finishers overall receive season trophies.

TrackTechRC MICRO MAYHEM – Official Rules & Schedule

Event Details

• Date: Sunday, August 31

• Registration: 4:00 PM

• Drivers Meeting: 5:00 PM

• First Run: 5:15 PM

• Entry Fee: $10 per driver (includes Comp Crawl + Tug O’ War)

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General Format

• Run What You Brung – Any 1/24 or 1/18 crawler may enter.

• One Driver at a Time – Runs are solo against the clock.

• Course – 10 gates, designed for ~7 minutes per run.

• Time Limit – 7 minutes per run.

• Class Formation Rule – Everyone runs together initially. If 3 or more rigs of the same type register, a new class is created.

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Scoring & Penalties

• Fastest Time Wins after penalties are added.

Penalties:

• +10 sec – Gate contact

• +15 sec – Hand of God assist (vehicle touch)

Hand of God Placement Rules:

• Rig must be placed back on the rocks at the point where it left off.

• It may be placed slightly to the left, right, or behind that spot, but never further forward toward the gate.

• Drivers may choose to reset anywhere behind up to the rollover point for a better line.

Out of Bounds:

• Rigs must stay on the rocks at all times.

• Falling off or driving off into the dirt = +15 sec Hand of God penalty.

• Rig must be placed back on the rocks where it left the course.

No Penalty Situations:

• Reverse maneuvers

• Rollover with successful self-righting

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Classes

• 1/24 Stock – Near-box stock rigs

• 1/24 Comp – Modified / cheater chassis / high-performance builds

• 1/18 Class – Any 1/18 crawler

Classes only form if 3 or more entries in that category.

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Prizes (Winner-Take-All)

• If 1 class only → Winner gets $100 Gift Certificate (YV Hobbies)

• If 2 classes form → Each class winner gets $50 Gift Certificate

• If 3 classes form → Each class winner gets $33 Gift Certificate

Only 1st place finishers are awarded prizes.

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Tug O’ War Event

• Run What You Brung – All rigs eligible.

• Bracket Style – Best 2 out of 3 pulls advances.

• Prize – Cheesecake from Morongo Cookie Company

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Event Schedule

• 4:00 PM – Registration opens

• 5:00 PM – Drivers Meeting (review rules, scoring, safety)

• 5:15 PM – First driver on course

• Crawl Heats – All registered drivers run one at a time

• Forward + reverse runs if time allows

• If turnout is large, forward only

• Tug O’ War – After crawl runs finish

• Awards Ceremony – Immediately following Tug O War

Join the Action Every Wednesday!

Every Wednesday from 6–8 PM, join us under the desert sky for Hot Laps at TrackTechRC—our weekly RC hangout where the focus is simple: drive fast, turn left, and have fun. Whether you’re tuning your setup, showing off your skills, or just looking to log laps with friends, Hot Laps is the perfect midweek fix for RC enthusiasts. The event is laid-back, open to all skill levels, and welcoming to everything from short course trucks to mini oval cars.

We keep it safe and accessible—2-cell battery limit, alternating sessions by car size, and clearly marked barricades for everyone’s protection. No formal racing, no pressure—just laps, laughs, and some good old-fashioned RC camaraderie. Sign in with our quick QR waiver system, slap on a wristband, and get in the groove. Spectators welcome, and yes—we’re always live-streaming the action for those who can’t make it in person.

Get ready—TrackTechRC is bringing professional RC repairs to Morongo Valley, CA, and nationwide! Starting July 1, 2025, send us your RC car or visit our shop for expert fixes, all livestreamed on YouTube. From motor tune-ups to FPV installs, we’ve got you covered. Stay tuned for more updates and repair tips!