On The Pegs May 2019 - Volume 4 - Issue 5 | Page 64

On The Pegs
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man’ kill switch, sprocket cover, the lever ends are intact, all the stock motorcycle
plastic guards are intact, and that nothing is obviously broken on the motorcycle
(not that broken parts are against the rules but is dangerous for the rider).
Another requirement for the bike will be a class appropriate nameplate. The
rules section when you sign up will have the guidelines for these number plates
which must be strictly adhered to! If you’re crafty you can make your own but if
you would prefer to buy it, there are several US based companies that could make
these for you such as Dynamic Designs, LLC operated by Quinn Wentzel (just let
him know your name, class, and what state you’re from). These are all things that
will be checked during tech inspection and if not adhered to, will not be allowed
to ride until corrected.
Preparing your body
One of the most common things I see at the nationals are riders who do not
prepare the basic amount of physical training or hydration/nutrition needed to
be able to successfully complete an event. While I am in no way saying that you
have to be a world class triathlon athlete who eats a perfect diet to compete at
the lower levels, you will have a much more enjoyable time if you do your due
diligence and adequately prepare for what I would consider an endurance type
event. There isn’t a black and white line on where you should be but in my opin-