Entry Info & Regs

2010 SPRING THAW CLASSIC CAR ADVENTURE

April 30 – May 2, 2010

Entry and Event Information

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The Spring Thaw is a budget-minded driving adventure through British Columbia for pre-1979 touring and sportscars. This un-scored, non-competitive event takes place entirely within the province of British Columbia and consists of approximately 1200km of driving over three days. The Spring Thaw is organized by the West Coast Rally Association for Classic Car Adventures, following the BC Rally Regulations, and using straight-forward route instructions. This event is sanctioned by the Canadian Association of Rallysport (CARS), and Rally Pacific Motorsports (RPM).

The Spring Thaw will start on Friday, April 30, 2010 in Hope, BC and finish in Squamish, BC on Sunday, May 2, 2010. To ensure an “adventure”, the route will remain secret until competitors receive their entry packages at registration. Way-finding instructions will be detailed and clear, and will not require any calculations or rally knowledge. The event consists of 100% paved roads, with some mountainous terrain, and driving is scheduled during daylight hours. Car wash facilities are available at each overnight stop.

Schedule

Monday, March 1, 2010
Early registration for discounted fee closes at midnight

Thursday, April 1, 2010
Midnight deadline for receipt of entries and fees
(There will be NO last minute registration for this event)

Friday, April 30, 2010
10:00-11:00           Registration and Tech Open (Hope, BC location to be confirmed)
11:15                        Driver’s Meeting & Event Introductions (Mandatory Attendance)
11:30                       Depart Hope

Sunday, May 3, 2009
15:00-16:30 Finish in Squamish, BC

Vehicle Acceptance & Required Equipment
The Spring Thaw is open to sport, touring and classic cars from 1979 and earlier. Sorry, no trucks or motorcycles. Think you’ve got a car that fits, but doesn’t meet the age category? Feel free to contact us. All vehicles must meet legal roadworthiness standards, and generally be ready for a long weekend of driving through mountains and winding roads. A pre-event tech inspection will check for the following mandatory items:

- Minimum of one roadside warning triangle (30cm or larger per side)
- Proof of current insurance & Driver’s Licenses.
- All four (4) tires in good condition, exceeding minimum tread depth.
- Brakes in good condition.
- Functioning headlights, tail-lights, and brake-lights.

Highly Recommended Equipment

-   Tow strap
-   Tool kit
-   Booster cables
-   Fire extinguisher
-   Simple spares (points, fluids, etc.)
-   Snacks and water

Decals & Event Graphics
As part of the event registration package, entrants will be issued with two Spring Thaw number decals – one for each side of the car. We will be using high quality removable vinyl to ensure that they will come off your car with the least amount of fuss. We will not be providing magnetic decals in 2010, but can provide decal dimensions/graphics if you wish to source your own magnetic backings.

Accommodation
The organizers of the Spring Thaw Classic Car Adventure will cover the room fee and taxes for Friday and Saturday nights at the event. Each team will receive a standard double-bed room with two occupants per room, unless otherwise requested on the entry form. Additional rooms, upgrades and special requests will be accommodated as possible, with all additional charges being the responsibility of the entrant in question. Please indicate on the entry form any specific needs you may have.

A credit card for each team will be required upon check-in at each hotel as a damage deposit, and for incidentals, etc. The organizers will not provide damage deposit coverage for any participants of the event.

Procedure for Registration
Please complete the PDF entry form (download). Once complete, print the form and mail it to the Registrar’s address (see Event Info PDF for address) along with payment. Receipt of the hardcopy and payment will confirm your entry into the Spring Thaw. Refer to the entry list on the website to confirm your payment has been received.

Entry Details and Deadlines
The maximum number of entries will be limited to 50 cars, in the order of payment received. The organizers reserve the right to refuse any entry. Entries will be accepted until midnight on April 1, 2010, or until the maximum number of entries is reached. An entry is not confirmed until payment has been received.