Events

Punch Event Regulations 

In common with a lot of clubs our insurers require a more formal approach to our events.

This is not just a TV4x4 initiative, it will affect all clubs over the coming months.

Each event now has associated rules and regulations. Please do not be put off by these, especially if you are new to the hobby or are a beginner. The activities are designed to let you explore your vehicle and driver capabilities by creating a small competitive activity, taking you to areas of the sites you may not otherwise visit. The activities will be suitable for all-comers with some elements being straight forward and others more challenging. You can assess whether you want to do elements of the activities based on your own experience and the capability of your vehicle.

Beginners can still be "shown the ropes" and members are more than happy to help or offer rides.

The rules for the upcoming punch event are: 

Orienteering-Punch Event Rules

There are some supplementary rules:

Supplementary Event Rules

All vehicles will be subject to a check before the event, if you are a beginner then this is a good time to ask about  assistance with your first event/drive. The list below shows the areas that will be checked:

Scrutineering

CB Radio

The marshalls are on 27Mhz UK Channel 10, please restrict chatter on this channel. 

Driving

At each event members and non-members should first locate the Club caravan and sign-on, remember that each person who wants to drive should also sign-on. On our Promotional Off-Road (Pay and Play) days you are then free to drive the site. If it is your first event then please feel free to ask for help, we will then show you the site or even explain the features of your vehicle to you.

In general, everyone over the age of 14 can drive (although they must be accompanied by a fully licenced driver). Beginners may find our downloadable guide useful for your first visit.

Don't own a 4x4?

Thinking of taking the plunge but not sure what to expect? Why not come along to an event anyway. Call in at the club caravan to be issued with a safety vest and then ask where you can spectate. If you really want to have a go then club members will often be available to give you a ride around the course, an explanation of the hobby or even a drive of a vehicle.

Marshalling

We also need marshals at each event. Marshalling involves giving up a small part of the day to assist the flow of vehicles through certain parts of each course. It is not a difficult task and will help ensure that all areas of each site are kept open.

Take a look in the GALLERY to see pictures and videos of past events

Videos

One feature of the club is our "club video" feature. If you take "mini-DV" material at our events we can make it into a club video You will be fully credited on the video itself. All I need is the tape to copy. Emailed material is not suitable for inclusion in the video as the quality is too low.

If you send us a tape it will be sent back by return of post as I only need to copy it.

Whilst not wishing to teach you something you already know can I offer the following hints for the best video material.

1. Do not use the zoom too much. It is better to stop filming, zoom, start filming.

2. Do not swing the camera around - stop filming, move camera, start filming

3. Don't just film the cars - do close ups on wheels spinning, people smiling etc etc.

4. Film everything, too much material is great - it edits down nicely.