About this event
CUP 3 - VCMC AutoX Event
The Event - Cup 3 (Saturday) VCMC is excited to bring you another AutoX event in Merritt, BC, at the Airport. This event is the third in the year and will be a double header (Saturday and Sunday) you will need to register for both Cup 3 and Cup 4 for access to both days. The facility offers a large apron and a full runway that can be used for the event surface. For people who want to participate both days, the Saturday event starts later to allow time for the drive to Merritt in the morning. This helps to save on hotel costs.
The event is capped at 90 participants.
Spectators are welcome.
No drop-in, online registration only (closes 48 hours before the day of the event)
Please note that 2010 helmets are NOT qualified anymore.
Entry Fee
Regular entry - $75 (closes 48 hours before the day of the event).
Membership is included. You automatically become a member when you register and attend an event.
Cancellation Policy
No refunds are given on cancellation. Event credit may be given in extenuating circumstances solely at the discretion of the organizer and will have to be requested separately.
Onsite Camping
There is camping space onsite for tents and some RVs on Friday and Saturday nights. Access to the site will be provided starting at 5pm on Friday.
Hotel information
The Best Western Plus has offered us discounted room rates. The links are included below.
These may be cancelled for no charge up until the dates shown inside the link.
August 2 – 4, 2025 (Link expires July 1, 2025. Any rooms not guaranteed by then will be released back into hotel inventory)
https://www.bestwestern.com/en_US/book/hotel-rooms.62132.html?groupId=1Y1KG8F8
These rates can be extended to the Friday and Sunday nights (what they call the "shoulder dates").
If you want dates not included in the links, you should book what you can using the link, then call the hotel to add dates.
Best Western Plus Merritt Hotel
3969 Crawford Ave. Merritt BC V1K 0A4
Property: 250.378.0700
Preliminary Schedule
- 5:00 pm (Friday) Gates open for overnight camping
- 9:00 am Gates Open
- 9:00 - 9:45 am Registration. Arrive, check-in and show proof of signed waiver.
- 9:30 - 10:30 am Course Walks
- 10:45 am Driver’s Meeting
- 11:00 am Heat 1
- 12:00 am Changeover
- 12:15 am Heat 2
- 1:15 pm Lunch Break
- 2:00 pm Heat 1
- 3:00 pm Changeover
- 3:15 pm Heat 2
- 4:15 pm End of competition
- 5:00 pm Evening social TBA
Event requirements
General
Please read the Cup Rules and Supplemental Regulations.
Driver's License
A valid driver's license is required to participate and will be checked at the morning check in.
Technical Inspection
Your vehicle will need to display 2025 VCMC Technical Inspection sticker to be allowed to run in the event. Please fill out the technical self-declaration form and present it during the morning check-in to receive the sticker. The sticker is valid for a given vehicle for the entire year. Each vehicle needs to be declared separately.
Sound Policy
Adequate muffling devices must be installed on all vehicles with a sound level to a maximum of 96 dBA measured at a distance of 15 metres.
Emergency Contact
Please make sure to include an Emergency Contact in your profile.
Helmets
Drivers and ride-alongs need to wear a helmet meeting one of the certifications specified in section 5.2.3.1 of the CACC Autoslalom Regulations. This includes Snell Foundation 2015, 2020 or 2025 M or SA amongst others. DOT rated helmets are not sufficient. There is a limited supply of loaner helmets available, but please consider bringing your own helmet.
Health Precautions
If you are feeling un-well, show any symptoms (coughing, sneezing, fever, sore throat, fatigue, muscle aches, or difficulty breathing), have had contact with another individual with symptoms, or are at higher risk for severe illness please stay home and do not attend the event or will be asked to head home. For those with allergies, it is recommended to bring anti-histamines during allergy season. A full refund or credit will be given to anybody who is unable to attend due to unexpected sickness. Our goal is to protect the well being of all entrants and staff during the event.