Welcome to the Landy Rally™  Rules and Regulations Page

The Rules & Regs listed herein apply to all competitors whether competing in Landy Rally or alongside under the "all 4x4 marques" banner of Bofa 4x4 Rally.

Rules & Regulations

1. The following items of equipment are required for each vehicle -
   • mobile phone,
   • fire extinguisher,
   • a CB radio with European channels (see Rule 8),
   • two fluorescent waistcoats,
   • red warning triangle,
   • first aid kit,
   • spare bulb kit,
   • headlight deflectors for right-hand-drive motoring,
   • one double-loop tow rope and two "D" shackles (adequate for a 2.5 ton vehicle),
   • jump leads,
   • basic tool kit,
   • can of WD40 or similar,
   • minimum 5 litres of drinking water,
   • emergency cereal bars (in case of breakdown in the mountains - you'll be glad of them!),
   • depending on your vehicle - minimum 5 litres of diesel fuel or 10 litres of petrol, a suitable funnel.
   Forfeit of 100 points per item.
   
   
2. Competitors must produce their vehicle and personal documentation between 07.00 - 09.00 hrs 13th September 2008 at Le Sybilien Restaurant, 9 Digue Gaston Berthe, 62100 Calais.
   Documentation comprises of their vehicle.s MOT, Certificate of Insurance and Green Card (if applicable), plus Driving Licences of the driver and co-driver. Forfeit: CANNOT START EVENT
   
   
3. Seven maps are required:
   • France 2008: A4 Spiralbound Road Atlas 0197
     Series: Michelin Atlases
     Format: Spiral Bound, 230 x 290mm, 448pp, Scale 1:200 000
     ISBN: 9782067135970
     Date: 2008
     Cost: £13.99
   • National Map 716: Belgium & Luxembourg
     Series: Michelin National Maps
     Format: Folded Map, Scale 1:350 000
     ISBN: 9782067131354
     Date: 2008
     Cost: £4.99
   • National Map 729: Switzerland
     Series: Michelin National Maps
     Format: Folded Map, Scale 1:400 000
     ISBN: 9782067131668
     Date: 2008
     Cost: £4.99
   • Regional Map 574: Aragón, Catalüna
     Series: Michelin Regional Maps
     Format: Folded Map, 1:400 000
     ISBN: 2-06-100903-4
     Date: 2007
     Cost: £4.99
   • Local Maps of Italy 0351: Piemonte & Vallee Aoste
     Series: Michelin Local Maps
     Format: 1:200 000
     ISBN: 9782067126596
     Cost: 3.99
   • Local Maps of Italy 0353: Lombardia
     Series: Michelin Local Maps
     Format: 1:200 000
     ISBN: 9782067126619
     Cost: 3.99
   • National Map 718: Allemagne Duitsland
     Series: Michelin National Maps
     Format: Folded Map, Scale 1:750 000
     ISBN 13: 9782067131422
     Date: 2008
     Cost: £4.99
   All seven maps are available by order from W H Smiths, bookstores, or online from www.michelin.co.uk. Forfeit of 100 points per item.
   
   
4. Unless a team has its own clothing/fancy dress to link in with a themed vehicle, the wearing of event T-shirts/sweat shirts are compulsory at :
   • The start line - Saturday 13th September 2008,
   • The Prize-Giving Dinner, Café de Paris, 72 Rue Royale, 62100 Calais Friday 19th September 2008. 
   Forfeit of 100 points per team member on each occasion.
   Although not compulsory, entrant's own team T-shirts and/or sweat shirts (as opposed to everyday non-rally attire) are encouraged at all other times throughout the event. Two event T-shirts supplied per vehicle entry for the driver and co-driver. Additional T-shirts may be purchased by arrangement from the Organiser pre-event.
   
   
5. Every vehicle must carry the driver's national flag, regardless if it's a tiny "top-of-window" flag or a giant ensign 10ft tall.  I have to say BIG UN's are much more in keeping with Landy owners but can also quite literally be a drag as they will considerably add to your mpg.  How about a compromise - a large version for the start and finish of the event, and a LITTLE 'UN in between?  It's entirely up to you; as long as it can be seen, that's all that matters.  Forfeit of 100 points per day - best bring a spare window flag or two!
   
   
6. Vinyl lettering/stickers/logos on both sides of your vehicle clearly proudly declaring which charity your team is raising funds for. This is a Charity Drive after all, so please let the world know which charity or good cause your crew is supporting. This is so important for the event.  Forfeit - CAN'T START EVENT!
   
   
7. It is compulsory to carry on board a digital camera. This is essential for gaining points during some of the tasks. It matters not what quality your camera is, so long as it is possible to (a) see your photo on the back of the camera, or (b) it must be possible to download the image on the Organiser's laptop computer. Forfeit of 100 points
   
   
8. All vehicles must have a European (EU or CE) band CB radio fitted. Besides being great fun, CB's are also a great safety feature. NOTE: Operating UK band systems on the Continent is illegal. If unclear about the systems and bands, please ask the Organisers for clarification and assistance. Forfeit - CAN'T START EVENT!
   
   
9. At least one person (driver or co-driver) must have a mobile phone, two are even better, the number/s to be given to the Organiser at Registration in Calais 13th September 2008. Safety-wise, a mobile phone is essential en route. Forfeit - CAN'T START EVENT!
   
   
10. Vehicle towing points: If a vehicle's towing points are deemed to be inadequate or dangerous   i.e. weak towing eyes or rusty mounts, your vehicle will fail Scrutineering and will be disqualified. Forfeit - CAN'T START EVENT!
    
    
11. Most important of all - it is a golden rule that you do not forget to bring with you a sense of humour! Never forget this is a holiday, so leave your road rage at home and enjoy yourselves!  Worse still can be conflict amongst your own crew. Travelling 2,000+ miles through 10 countries, your navigator is bound to get the map-reading wrong at times - so what? Similarly, so one of you messed up in the last task?  Same thing, don't worry! With so many points on offer for a variety of tasks, it's not worth falling out over a few lousy points. Someone famous once said "It's the taking part that counts, not the winning." You know what? They are dead right!  Enjoy the event for what it is - an excuse for a 7-day 10-country party! No forfeit whatsoever, but it'll be you paying the price if you don't remember these prophetic words!