tef1 RULES & REGULATIONS

Eligibility & Rider Safety Requirements

 

General Eligibility & Requirements

• Age Requirement: Participants must be considered adults in the state or province where the race is held.

• Valid ID: A government-issued photo ID (Driver’s license, passport) is required at check-in.

• Minors: Riders under 18 must have a signed waiver from a parent/guardian and must be accompanied at the event. Riders under 16 are not allowed to participate.

• Gender Categories: All categories are open to all genders with exception of the Female EUC Pro category which is reserved for females. Any participants that identify as female as part of the trans community are also welcome to sign up for the female category. Please note that this was at the request of the female riders who took part in a vote with an overwhelming majority supporting trans racers that identify as female. We support the racers and respect the decision made by the female athletes who came together to make this event more inclusive for everyone. 

• Non-Refundable Purchases: All registrations are final and non-refundable. However, if you purchase a ticket and are unable to attend, you can pass your ticket off to another racer to take your place. To do so, you will need to reach out to our team via email at: mahyar@tef.one along with the name, address, and email of the person taking your place.

• Class Fulfillment Requirements: A minimum of 20 racers per class is required (unless otherwise stated) for the race category to be confirmed for the event. If there are fewer than 20 registered racers, TEF1 reserves the right to cut the category from the event. If the class is cancelled, the racers registered will be refunded within 7 business days.

 

Class Descriptions:

 

Esk8 Class (Electric Skateboards):

• This class is open to all four wheel electric skateboards. 

 

EUC Class (Electric Unicycles):

• This class is open to all electric unicycles.

• There is a female category for EUCs as well. However, females are also welcome to race in the EUC Pro category.

 

E-Bike Class (Electric Bicycles):

• This class includes all pedal-assist (pedals allowed) and throttle-controlled electric bicycles at or below 5000 W nominal and 10,000 W peak. If your e-bike is above that limit, but can be tuned down to 5000 W, then you’ll be able to race. Please note that you will have your e-bike tested on-site, and if it doesn’t meet the standards required, you will not be able to race and you will not be refunded. We will however try to have a few e-bikes on hand in case some of you run into problems, but this is not guaranteed. 

• E-motos (Surron, E-ride Pro, Talaria and similar) are included in this category.

• Bikes must have functional brakes and a kill switch.

• Motor = 5,000 watt nominal/ 10,000 watt peak- Will be checked at Tech Inspection

• Drivetrain = mid drive and hub motor acceptable.

• Modified bikes are acceptable so long as they maintain power guidelines.

• E-bikes beyond the power limit can be submitted for review and consideration. For example: if an individual has an 8,000 watt bike that has a lower power mode, it may be able to be approved for racing in this mode. However, this is not a guarantee and any approved bikes may risk disqualification if illegal modifications are made on race day.

 

E-Scooter Class

• This class includes all electric scooters at or below 5000 W nominal and 10,000 W peak. If your e-scooter is above that limit, but can be tuned down to 5000 W, then you’ll be able to race. Please note that you will have your e-scooter examined and tested on-site. If it doesn’t meet the standards required, you will not be able to race and you will not be refunded. 

• E-scooters beyond the power limit can be submitted for review and consideration. For example: if an individual has an 8,000 watt bike that has a lower power mode, it may be able to be approved for racing in this mode. However, this is not a guarantee and any approved bikes may risk disqualification if illegal modifications are made on race day.

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Safety Gear Requirements

 

Safety is our top priority. All riders must wear protective gear that meets or exceeds safety standards.

Helmet Requirements

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• Mandatory: Helmets must be worn during practice, qualifying, and race sessions.

• Certification: Helmets must meet DOT standards or higher.

• Fit & Condition: Helmets should fit snugly, have secure straps, and be free from cracks or significant damage.

• Visors: Optional but recommended for eye protection and aerodynamics.

 

Protective Pads

• Knee Pads: Must have a hard-shell exterior and padded interior for impact absorption.

• Elbow Pads: Similar to knee pads, must provide full coverage and a snug fit.

 

Chest & Back Protection

• Chest Protection: Required to shield against high-impact injuries.

• Back Protection: Now mandatory to prevent spinal injuries.

• Full-Body Armor: Optional but recommended for additional protection (e.g., full leather suits, brands like Lazyrolling).

 

Gloves

• Must be reinforced with padding or hard shells on knuckles and palms.

• Should provide a firm grip on the board’s remote control, even in wet conditions.

 

Additional Protective Gear (Optional but Recommended)

• Neck Braces: Help reduce neck injuries by limiting excessive motion in crashes.​