Answers to some common questions...
Racing Requirements...
DO I NEED TO PRE-REGISTER?
Pre-registration should be done online here. If you need more information or help with our online registration process, we have a page that explains how to register
do You require health insurance for racing?
No, we have no insurance requirements.
what safety gear do you require?
ALL RIDERS MUST HAVE:
Full motocross pants, long sleeve shirt, gloves, helmet, and boots.
While not required, we also strongly recommend a chest protector and a neck brace.
Full motocross pants, long sleeve shirt, gloves, helmet, and boots.
While not required, we also strongly recommend a chest protector and a neck brace.
Race/Practice Fees...
how much does it cost to race at rider hill?
Prices are different for members and non-members.
Each race costs members: $40 and non-members: $50. A race consists of two moto's, One in the morning and one in the afternoon. If a rider signs up for three or more races in a day, the first two races are full price ($40/$50) and all subsequent races are only $20 each for both members and non-members.
VMA annual memberships are $70/year, $65 Before May 4th. You must be a member to collect points and compete in our Championship Series.
All people coming to the track must pay a gate fee of $10 upon arrival. This includes riders and spectators.
Each race costs members: $40 and non-members: $50. A race consists of two moto's, One in the morning and one in the afternoon. If a rider signs up for three or more races in a day, the first two races are full price ($40/$50) and all subsequent races are only $20 each for both members and non-members.
VMA annual memberships are $70/year, $65 Before May 4th. You must be a member to collect points and compete in our Championship Series.
All people coming to the track must pay a gate fee of $10 upon arrival. This includes riders and spectators.
how much does it cost to practice at rider hill?
Practice days cost $35 per rider (both for members and non-members) and there is an additional $5 gate fee for all participants and spectators.
A practice day runs from 9am-3pm and is organized by bike/quad sizes. Practice sessions run for 10 minute moto's.
A practice day runs from 9am-3pm and is organized by bike/quad sizes. Practice sessions run for 10 minute moto's.
WHAT TYPE OF PAYMENTS ARE ACCEPTED BY THE VMA?
We accept cash, checks and credit cards. All credit card transactions include a $3 bank fee to cover the cost that we incur for credit card usage.
IS THERE A GATE FEE FOR SPECTATORS?
There is a gate fee of $10 for all people (racers and spectators) entering Rider Hill on the day of a race. The gate fee for practice days is $5 for all people. Children Under 5 are free. Senior discount (65+) on Race day's are $5 with ID.
Rider Hill...
Where are you located?
We are located in Derby, VT. Our address is 554 Fontaine Rd. Derby, VT.
can i stay overnight at the track?
Yes you can stay overnight at the track, however we do not have any hook-ups for Campers/RV's.
Gates open for Saturday Practices on Friday night, you you still need to pay the $5 gate fee for Saturday's practice.
If you stay overnight from Saturday to Sunday, you still need to pay the $10 gate fee for Sunday's races.
For Practice/Race weekends a track officially will collect the appropriate admission fee Friday evening.
Gates open for Saturday Practices on Friday night, you you still need to pay the $5 gate fee for Saturday's practice.
If you stay overnight from Saturday to Sunday, you still need to pay the $10 gate fee for Sunday's races.
For Practice/Race weekends a track officially will collect the appropriate admission fee Friday evening.
what happens on a typical race day at rider hill?
At 7am the Registration booth opens and people begin renting transponders for their races and last minute registrations are processed. We take cash, checks, and credit cards ($3 fee for credit cards) payments.
At 8:45am there's a mandatory Rider's Meeting.
At 9:00am registration closes and Practice begins. Race schedules will be presented after the closing of registration. Practices are run by bike/quad size and each practice is 2 laps.
As soon as the last practice is run (around 10am) racing begins. We run a complete set of races (Moto 1) in the morning. This is usually 14-20 races. Then we break for lunch.
Our food vendor, Kingdom Eatery, make some high quality breakfast sandwiches in the morning and offer a variety of hamburgers, hot dogs, fries, etc. at lunch time. They do accept cash or card.
After lunch, all the races run again (Moto 2). The two motos combine to make the final standings for the day. As soon as the second moto for a class is over, trophies become available at the registration booth 30 minutes after posting.
During the day, results are posted on the bulletin board outside the registration booth. In addition, during a race you can follow the race data (lap times and rider positions) on a TV that is set up by the registration booth as well as online through the app Speedhive.
At the end of the day, all results and series points standings are are posted on on our website.
A map of Rider Hill including the race track, pits and registration booth is available to view here.
At 8:45am there's a mandatory Rider's Meeting.
At 9:00am registration closes and Practice begins. Race schedules will be presented after the closing of registration. Practices are run by bike/quad size and each practice is 2 laps.
As soon as the last practice is run (around 10am) racing begins. We run a complete set of races (Moto 1) in the morning. This is usually 14-20 races. Then we break for lunch.
Our food vendor, Kingdom Eatery, make some high quality breakfast sandwiches in the morning and offer a variety of hamburgers, hot dogs, fries, etc. at lunch time. They do accept cash or card.
After lunch, all the races run again (Moto 2). The two motos combine to make the final standings for the day. As soon as the second moto for a class is over, trophies become available at the registration booth 30 minutes after posting.
During the day, results are posted on the bulletin board outside the registration booth. In addition, during a race you can follow the race data (lap times and rider positions) on a TV that is set up by the registration booth as well as online through the app Speedhive.
At the end of the day, all results and series points standings are are posted on on our website.
A map of Rider Hill including the race track, pits and registration booth is available to view here.
does your track have safety officials?
Our track offers Ambulance services during all scheduled events. Racing is not permitted without an ambulance service representative actively stationed on the track. Anyone who wishes to use ambulance services after an accident on or off the track is allowed during scheduled events. If you have suffered an accident off the track please request ambulance services through a track official. If the event arises that ambulance services must transport a rider to the nearest hospital there may be a brief delay while a replacement is in route.
Do you allow pit bikes?
Pit bikes are allowed to be ridden in the pit area only during scheduled event hours. Anyone 18+ who leaves the property on a pit bike will be asked to park the bike, if the rider does not listen they will be asked to leave the property. Helmets are required by anyone under the age of 18 anytime they are on a bike/quad. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent/guardian sign them up for a pit bike pass before being permitted to ride a pit bike at the track. Passes are available for purchase at the office for $20. Each passholder will be given a paper clearly stating the rules of conduct. Each pass will be per rider, each rider will be permitted a colored band to place on the handle bars of their bike. In the event that a pass rider is asked to park the bike for the night they will be given only one warning. If the pass rider is asked a second time they will not be permitted to race at this scheduled event. Each pass rider will be permitted three warnings throughout the season before their pass is revoked. If a pass rider leaves the property at any point the pass will be immediately revoked for the season. Pit bikes are a privilege and breaking these rules will not be tolerated.
Other questions...
what do i need to know if my child wants to race?
Kids can start racing dirtbikes and/or quads when they are 5 years old. All children under 18 years of age MUST have an adult at the race track with them (both for practices days and race days). If a parent or legal guardian isn't with them, they can bring a Guardian Appointment Form. This form MUST be filled out BEFORE coming up to the track as it MUST be notarized by a certified Notary Public. (Most Town Halls have a Notary on staff who can notarize documents.) They must also bring a signed copy of our Minor Release Form.
what if my question isn't answered here?
Send an email to [email protected] This email address is monitored by several people and we normally respond to questions within a few hours.
