#PXVBedRaces

• A full team is required (four pushers/runners and one rider) in order to race. 
• The rider must stay on the bed and must wear a helmet during the race. 
• Beds may not be pulled, only pushed from the sides and/or back. 
• Pushers/runners are responsible for stopping their beds and maintaining an overall safe operation of  propelling the bed along the course. 
• Pushers/runners must wear footwear suitable for running. 
• All members of the race team must cross the finish line together to qualify. The rider is the only one to be on  the bed.

• Be creative! Teams/beds can be decorated in any way that is in good taste/not obscene. 
  Organizers reserve the right to veto a team theme/design if it is deemed inappropriate for this family-friendly event.
• Participants are encouraged to wear costumes in the theme of their bed. Costumes aren’t required, but team costumes will be considered in the decision making process for which team is chosen as “Best Overall Theme”.
• The team name must be displayed and securely attached to the bed so that it is easily visible by onlookers and race officials.
• Names, advertising, slogans and logos may be part of the bed provided they are securely mounted and don’t interfere with safe operation of the bed. It is the team’s responsibility to ensure that these stay attached throughout the event. 
• Pushers must be able to see the course in front of the bed while they are pushing.

• Bed pushers (runners) must be at least 15 years of age to participate with parental/guardian consent.
• Riders must be at least 13 years of age to participate with parental/guardian consent.
• Each team member (including alternates) must sign a Waiver of Liability and any team member younger than 18 must have written parent/guardian permission. 
• Each racing team for the Phoenixville Bed Races will consist of 5 people, consisting of one rider and four runners/pushers.
• Each team may have up to two alternate team members who can only be activated in case of emergency/injury. Alternates must be 'tagged in' by a race official/Course Marshall.
• Team racers, including alternates may only be registered with one team. Team “positions” (running/riding) may NOT be swapped out between heats. 
• Entrants are responsible for all bed/team costs. This includes the entry fee, which is non-refundable. 

YOUR SAFETY IS VERY IMPORTANT TO US! 

• A protective helmet must be worn by the rider during the race. This requirement will be enforced by race   officials. Bed riders without helmets will be disqualified. 
• Pushers should wear good running shoes along with suitable attire for the weather conditions. No flip flops or other open-toed shoes.
• Be aware that accidents may occur such as falling down on pavement, scrapes,   bruises, tripping, collisions, etc. Safety gear to avoid and/or protect against such hazards is recommended.
• There must be no deliberate obstruction of beds during the race. 

All participants will conduct themselves according to the highest standards of sportsmanship – particularly in regard to other competitors. Race competitors must obey instructions from the police & race officials, e.g. starters, timekeepers, etc.). 

• No alcoholic beverages will be allowed at the bed race site. 
• All decisions by race officials are final. 
• Additional information with details of event-day schedule will be forwarded upon team registration.