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Originally posted by Dominic Clegg maybe we should go through the flags again im new to racing so this would be great for me (iv seen them all before when been at track day but it wouldnt hurt) |
Dominic, flags are pretty simple from a riders perspective:
Yellow:
Waved - There's an obstacle on the track, possibly on the racing line. Or it could be a marshal/rider in front of the protective barrier. Slow sufficiently to give yourself time to take avoiding action, no overtaking. The ferocity of waving is proportional to the level of danger.
Static -
1) There's something (probably a bike) off the track but in front of the protective barrier that's not normally there.
2) You're entering the sector before a waved yellow.
The track is clear, but you should slow sufficiently to ensure you'll make it round the corner, no overtaking.
Red:
Session stopped. Slow right down and return to pit lane, be prepared to take avoiding action. There'll be a waved yellow on the mashal post at the start of the sector where the incident is. No overtaking in any sector.
White:
There's a vehicle on track with more than 2 wheels. Most clubs below national level don't allow safety vehicles on track in front of riders, so you're unlikely to see one.
Black:
Displayed on on the start line with a separate board showing rider number. If that's your number then you're out - report to pit lane, you'll not be allowed to restart.
Black with orange circle:
Shown at the start line with separate board showing rider number. If this is your number then exit the track asap, there's something wrong with your bike likely to cause a danger to you or others.
Green:
All clear, on with the show, open season on the bike in front!
Blue:
A rider is approaching who is significantly faster (probably the leaders about to embarass you!). Just be aware that you're about to get mugged, no need to change what you're doing, it's up to them to get past not for you to move out the way. Just don't do anything unpredictable.
Yellow with black cross:
Shown at the start line to indicate you're starting the last lap (race conditions only) so keep it nailed!
Lots of little black and white squares:
Well done chap, you've finished the race! Slow down to let the back markers finish their race, then go collect your trophy.
Hope this helps?