September 14

"Cans Up Ya'll For Fall"

Bring Dry or Canned Goods for Food Bank Donation!

BBR APPROVED!

Buddy & Edile Lightsey Arena - Caldwell Texas

Barrels & Poles

Sign Up on the Rodeo Results App

September 27,28,29, 2024

"Time To Rock The Rose"

BBR Approved all 3 days

NBHA Approved Sat/Sun Tx 27,23,24

The San Antonio Rose Palace

BUCKLES to Open Avg & Youth Avg

Sign Up Online At: gofastraces.com/enter

October 12

Boos & Barrels

BBR Pending  

Williamson County Expo Center – Taylor Texas

Barrels, Poles, Forerunners Points

Enter At: gofastraces.com/enter

November 9

"Cans Up Ya'll For Fall"

Bring Dry or Canned Goods Donation For Food Bank!

BBR Pending

Buddy & Edile Lightsey Arena - Caldwell Texas

Barrels & Poles

Sign Up On The Rodeo Results APP

November 28,29,30, Dec 1

The San Antonio Rose Palace   

8^th Annual Thanksgiving Classic

BBR Approved All 3 Days & DOUBLE POINTS!

American Contender Qualifier Saturday 5pm

$10k Added Diamond Classic Incentive!!!

Added $$ Non-Incentive Horse Incentive (NIH)

PBRIP $500 Added Incentive Saturday Only!

WPRA Approved all 3 days!

3 Open Races & Open Avg

High Stakes Turkey Slot Incentive with ONE BIG PAYOUT OVER 3 Days!

High Stakes Youth Incentive Over 3 Days

High Stakes Senior Incentive over 3 Days

Youth Class Each Day & Youth Avg

Age Incentives Each Day

Below are 2 Gos & Average
Varsity Futurity (5yrs finishing their futurity career)

Junior Varsity Futurity( 4yrs just starting their futurity careers)

Derby (8 years & Under)

December 21

Bring Dry Goods or Canned Goods For Food Bank for Christmas Groceries!

BBR Pending

Buddy & Edile Lightsey Arena - Caldwell Texas

Barrels & Poles

Sign Up On the Rodeo Results App

*Always check before hauling at gofastraces.com/dates

BBR, WPRA, PENDING UNLESS NOTED APPROVED!

All Entires will be taken on the Rodeo Results App Starting at 10am the Friday Prior

Rodeo Results App Entires will close at 7pm Monday Prior to race.

Enter on-site only after books close.

No On-Line Entries available on Taco Tuesday Races

No Payment Processing Fees, $10 Office Fee-All Riders, No Late Fees, 80% Payback all classes 

Sept & Oct. 8 Race Point Series with Prizes!

No Award Fee
Points Per D/per as many in a D

September 3,10, 17 - BBR APPROVED!

Oct0ber 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

November 5, 12, 19

December 10, 17

$250 Added with 25+ 4D Open 

5D if over 100

$500 Added at 125

BBR PENDING SOME DATES

THE NEW "Hybrid D Format"

Progressive Pay + Equal Pay = Pro-Qual Pay!

1D paid higher % of jackpot

2D-4D/5D paid equal % of jackpot

Examples

4D (100 or less entries) 1D paid 28% of pot, 2D-4D paid 24% of pot

5D(over 100 entries) 1D paid 24% of pot 2D-5D paid 19% of pot

NEW SUMMER SCHEDULE JULY THROUGH AUGUST

8:30am - 12:00pm Trainer Time $25

12:30pm Barrel Session I #1-#51 - For those wanting daytime runs

5:30pm, 6pm, 6:30pm, 7pm Reg Exbs $6

(any leadliners will run right before open sessions start)

8pm Open Session II. #51-End

**3D PeeWees Run During Open Sessions $20

LeadLiners Run 5 minutes prior to Open Starting $10

INCENTIVES (must run in open)

3D Youth $25, 18 & Under, full second split

Office Fee: $10 All Riders

No Payment Processing Fees on Pre Entries

RR Pre Entries Open the Friday Prior 10am & Close at 7pm Monday Prior

75% refund of entry fee after books close, no refunds after 10am Race Day, no refunds on exbs.

*Always check before hauling at gofastraces.com/dates

Location:

The San Antonio Rose Palace

25665 Boerne State Road, San Antonio Tx 

Enter Race Online at: gofastraces.com/enter

Stalls/Rvs Contact: The Rose Palace at 210-698-3300

Host Hotel: Fairfield Inn Boerne Tx

THE IMPORTANT STUFF

• All Racers need to check in at the entry office for any "wristbands" needed.
• Absolutely NO segways, hover boards, skate boards, roller skates, bicycles in facility!  We will confiscate them and it will cost $200 to get the back!
• No Formal Dress Code except NO shorts, no Hey Dudes or tennis shoes!
• Read Entry Changes and Additions Tab
• Read Race Format and Exhibition Policies , No Tolerance Tabs, etc
• It is you, the racer, to be responsible for knowing our rules/policies.
• All required forms you need to fill out PRIOR to getting to the race at gofastraces.com/forms
• We do not payout at araces, we mail checks or do Direct Deposits which we HIGHLY recommend! Fill out Direct Deposit form at gofastraces.com/forms

DEADLINE TO DRAW OUT WITH A REFUND FOR THIS RACE IS:

     2pm Friday September 27  100% Entry Fees only

     You must submit a draw out form at: gofastraces.com/changes

     No text, phone calls, messenger or email is accepted!

      ***There are NO REFUNDS after the above deadline for ANY entries on Friday, Saturday or Sunday

MISSED RUNS

• If you are on-site at the race and you miss your run "for any reason" there is "No Refund".
• You may pay another entry fee and be put in the next available slot OR at the end.
• It is the Racer's Responsibility to know start times, draw numbers & skips for all sessions.

Facility Rules:

NO SMOKING

DOGS MUST BE ON A LEASH AT ALL TIMES

NO OUTSIDE SHAVINGS/NO PELLET SHAVINGS

Schedule & Fees

Friday September 27, 2024

Entry Office Opens 12pm

1pm-6pm Trainer Time (Free to anyone that is renting stalls)

6pm Regular Exbs

8pm Race

Friday Fees

5D Open $40

3D Youth $35 (do not have to enter open)

3D Adult $30 (must enter open)

3D Senior $30 (must enter open)

3D High Stakes $150 (may enter each day, one payout over 3 days!)

Trainer Time $30/Rider

Regular Exbs $6 each

Office Fee $15/rider/day

Saturday September 28, 2024

Entry Office Opens 7:30am

8am Regular Exbs

10am Barrel Session I Draw# 1- #100

12pm Peewees/Leadline/Beginners 12 & Under

12:30pm-2pm Rehab Exhibition Session

2-4pm Arena Closed

4pm-6pm Regular Exhibitions

7pm Barrel Session II Draw#101-End

Saturday Fees

5D Open $50

5D Youth $45 (do not have to enter open)

3D High Stakes $150 (may enter each day, payout over 3 days)

4D Adult $40 (must enter open, 19-49)

4D Senior (must enter open, 50+)

3D PeeWee Competitive $35

Leadline/Slow Goers $15 (no payout)

NBHA -Sanctioned TX 27,23,24-must enter open

-4D Open $35

-4D Youth $30

-4D Senior $30

5D Open Avg FREE To all that run Sat/Sun

5D Youth Avg FREE To all that run Sat/Sun

Regular Exhibitions $6each

Rehab Exhibition Session $20

Office Fee $15/rider/day

Sunday September 29, 2024

Entry Office opens 8am

9am-1oam Regular Exbs

11am Barrel Session

Sunday Fees

5D Open $50

5D Youth $45

3D High Stakes $150 (payout over 3 days of entries)

4D Adult $40 (must enter open, 19-49)

4D Senior $40 (must enter open, 50+)

NBHA -Sanctioned TX 27,23,24-must enter open

-4D Open $35

-4D Youth $30

-4D Senior $30

Regular Exbs $6 each

Office Fee $15/Rider/Day

Williamson County Expo Center

5350 Bill Pickett Trail

Taylor, Texas 

$1500 Added 100+ Runners  $750 less than 100

Enter Online At: gofastraces.com/enter

Questions: mitzi@gofastraces.com

Costume Contest Rider or Rider & Horse

7pm in Arean-Enter Online-FREE (so we know you are participating) Prizes 1st-6th Inidividuals

Grab Bag for all entered.

BBR Pending

DRAW OUT/REFUND/DEADLINE     MUST submit a Draw Out Form at: gofastraces.com/changes

     Draw Out Deadline: FRIDAY OCTOBER 11 at 1pm. --100% of Entry Fees Only

     No Refunds after above deadline!

     No Draw Outs accepted via email, phone, text, messenger

     No Vet Outs needed or accepted

  
Race Schedule

8am Reg Exbs

10am Barrel Session I (Draw#1-#100)

12pm The Littles-3D PeeWees Competitive & Leadline/Learners

1pm Pole Exbs

2pm Poles (Open & Youth Side)

4pm Reg Exbs

7pm Costume Contest Presentation in Arean

8pm Barrel Session II (Draw#101-End)

Race Fees

5D Open $60

5D Youth $55

4D Adult $40 Must enter open (19-49)

3D Senior $40 Must enter open (50+)

3D PeeWee Competitive $35

Leandline/Learner $15 (no payout)

3D Open Poles $50

3D Youth Poles $30-must enter open poles, 16& Under

3D High Stakes Incentive $150-Must enter open

8th Annual Thanksgiving Classic November 28-Dec 1, 2024

Location

The San Antonio Rose Palace

25665 Boerne Stage Road

San Antonio, Tx 78255

Host Hotel

Fairfield Inn 6 Cascade Cavern Boerne Tx 78006

(830) 368-4167

THE IMPORTANT STUFF

Entering/Draw Outs/Refunds/Deadlines For Open Races/Classes/Incentives

• ENTER RACE AT: gofastraces.com/enter
• STALL & RV Booking: gofastraces.com/enter (see Stall/RV Info)
• Get the Rodeo Results App (free to download from the app store on your phone) & sign up for an account to follow all of your action as well as the whole race action live in real time.
• Fill out forms, Waiver/W-9/Direct Deposit at: gofastraces.com/forms
• We will not accept paper forms! No exceptions!
• Full Western Dress Code Required with long sleeve collared shirt &hat/helmet-$15 hat fine if it comes off in the alley or arena CASH ONLY!
• Entry Draw Out Deadline Friday November 29 8am 100% of Entry Fees Only, No Refunds After This Deadline!
• Any Draw Outs must be submitted online at: gofastraces.com/changes
• No Draw Outs accepted by Text/Email/Messenger OR Phone
• Do not consider yourself drawn out until your draw out form is confirmed via email from Go Fast Races
• We do not need a vet release
• Preliminary Draw will post Wednesday November 27 in the mid-late evening
• Online Entries stay open after Draw post throughout the race
• Draw will be continuously updated as entries come in after draw posting
• Once Preliminary Draw post your draw numbers are Final and ALL change fees will apply
• All competitors will be required to have proper wristband on to enter the holding area
• Rider may have ONE Rider Assistant to help in the holding pen or alley
• Rider Assistant must be an adult and sign a waiver at the entry office in order to obtain wristband
• Replacement wrist bands will be $2.00
• Rider Assistant may help Racer start the run in the alley but once Racer goes MUST EXIT THE ALLEY Immediately!
• NO Videos from the alley
• GFR Crew members are not allowed to video runs
• No One on Announcer Stand other than authorized Crew Members

Changes & Fees

All Changes Must Be Submitted On-Line at: gofastraces.com/changes

ALLOWED CHANGES

Add To Entry-required to be completed and paid for at least 3 Hours prior to run.

Fees will only be charged after Preliminary Draw has posted OR Session has closed

Horse change/substitutions $10

Session Change $25

Rider changes $30

CHANGES NOT ALLOWED

Horse & Rider Change (meaning the rider changes and the horse changes) in any class is considered a draw out subject to draw out policies.

Draw spots may not be moved, sold, given away or traded.

Exhibitions/Trainer Times/Prelims/Rehabs may not be sold, given away or traded (see “exhibition policy”)

New Riders will owe an admin. fee.

ADD TO EXISTING ENTRY (you already pre-entered)

Where to Add To An Existing Entry: Online OR On Site

Online: Gofastraces.com/changes

 ADD FEES

• Adding New Run/Classes or Incentives to an existing entry BEFORE Draw is posted- Free
• Adding Classes or Incentives to an existing entry AFTER Draw is posted-$5 charge/day added

OFFICE FEES-Discount Deadline

• Office Fee $10/day for online entries through 10pm November 3 
• Office Fee $15/day for online entries submitted after 10pm November 3
• Office Fee $15/day/rider On Site Entries

EXHIBITION POLICIES

• EXHIBITION POLICY-WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED
• Every Rider MUST COMPLETE AN ENTRY FORM either online or on site to be given any exhibitions.
• If not racing but only entering Regular Exhibitions, Prelim or Rehab Sessions the Office Fee will be charged.
• Every Rider taking exhibitions must have a Waiver filled out online If Rider is under 18yrs the Waiver MUST be filled out by the Rider’s Legal Parent or Guardian.
• Waiver may be completed at: gofastraces.com/formsGrandparents & Trainers do not count!
• Racers, you MAY NOT sign up for multiple exhibitions then give them away! We will NO LONGER allow this as it is a liability risk
• Riders Name Must Already be on the Exhibition List
• You have 60 seconds for each exhibition! Announcer will request you immediately exit the arena if violating this rule!
• Exhibition Sessions are a "take turn" format, you may follow a rider out if slow work is being done as to speed up your wait.
• Exhibitions may not be sold, transferred without notifying entry office!
• Our Philosophy is you can always go early (just check with gate/announcer person) BUT you cannot go late.
• We assign Regular Exhibitions by 30 minute page increments.
• If you miss your exhibitions on the page you reserved WE WILL NOT ADD YOU TO A LATER PAGE!
• If you are signed up for an Unlimited Exhibition Session like Trainer Time, Prelim OR Rehab please do not show up near the end of the session and then complain you did not have enough time! Time management is the racer’s responsibility!

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STALLS & RVs

Reserve at: gofastraces.com/enter

** NO REFUNDS ONCE BOOKED** NO EXCEPTIONS**

• We WILL NOT guarantee any stall request that are not on ONE FORM
• We WILL NOT move you to a different stall/rv upon check in.
• Please pick Upon entering “across” or “in a row” this is still not 100% guaranteed
• Stall/RV Numbers are given out upon check in only, not prior to.
• There are NO “FRIDAY ONLY” STALLS & NO “SATURDAY ONLY RVS”
• If you need stalls/rv Sunday Evening you MUST arrange with the entry office and pay
• You may sell/fill your stall/rv if you decide to draw out or not come to the race however you MUST do the following:
• -submit a STALL/RV TRANSFER FORM AT: gofastraces.com/changes PRIOR to check in
• -pay $5 Transfer fee/Stall or RV
• -receive confirmation of name change/transfer via email from Go Fast Races!
• -we WILL NOT release any stalls/rvs to anyone unless the above is done BEFORE they check in!
• -we will not sell your stall/rv for you, collect any money or advertise for you.
• -we will keep a waiting list should stalls/rvs sell out and will share this info.
• -please post stalls/rvs available for transfer on YOUR FB page, please do not flood our main page
• -you are welcome to post on the Go Fast Races Community Page
• Please do not just pull up and go in any stall/rv. You must check in first at the entry office
• Once you check in PLEASE make sure you are putting your horses in the correctly numbered stall & the correctly numbered rv spot
• If we have to move you because you went in the wrong stall you will be responsible for any fees to fix the situation.

Stall Fees-New Lower Fees!

NO ARRIVALS BEFORE THURSDAY NOVEMBER 28 4pm

If needing a late arrival on Thursday you MUST NOTIFY US AT: mitzi@gofastraces.com

• Thursday -Sunday (end of race) $90/Stall
• Friday-Sunday (end of race) $60/Stall
• Saturday-Sunday (end of race) $40/Stall Limited Number Available
• Upon Check In You Must Purchase 2 Bags of Shavings/Stall $12/bag
• Extra Shavings Available $12/bag at entry office CASH.
• NO OUTSIDE SHAVINGS AND FACILITY IS WATCHING. YOU WILL BE ASKED TO REMOVE THEM IF CAUGHT & FINED.
• NO PELLET SHAVINGS
• NO SMOKING IN STALL AREAS OR WHOLE FACILITY WE WILL ASK YOU TO LEAVE!

RVs

• RVS ARE VERY LIMITED AT THE ROSE PALACE
• NO ARRIVALS BEFORE THURSDAY NOVEMBER 28 4pm
• If needing a late arrival on Thursday you MUST NOTIFY US AT: mitzi@gofastraces.com
• Spaces are assigned BY TRAILER SIZE ONLY.
• SO if your buddy has a Big Bubba & You have a Small Bubba its not likely we will put you by each other…sorry just the nature of this facility!
• Thursday-Sunday (end of race) $135
• Friday-Sunday (end of race) $90
• Front Parking Lot On Asphalt-Run Generator Only (no hookup) $50 Thurs-Sunday (end of race)
• Pasture Parking Free (on right side when entering facility)
• PLEASE do not pull up and just park in any RV spot. You must check in at the entry office and get your space number. Please park appropriately and make sure you are in the correctly space and within the lines of the space! We will require you to move if you don’t park appropriately. We will have staff on hand to help with this.
  

CLASSES/FEES/SCHEDULE

Futurity & Derby Classes-New Format

• Lower entry fee for more opportunity
• 95% pay out overall of all entry fees
• 2 Gos & Avg-Sat/Sun Runs, Progressive Pay Out
• 20% paid each go, 60% paid to average
• 2D Full Second Splits Go Rounds & Avg
• Number of places paid depends on number of entries
• Pick Your Run Time-allows more flexibility with those who need spacing for multiple class runs
• -Saturday Runs run at 9am or 6:30pm Barrel Sessions-your choice
• -Sunday 9am Barrel Session
• May carry over from the American Contender(see “how to” under American Contender)
• Do Not Have to Enter Open
• May roll to any other classes/incentives eligible for
• Still Quality Prizes & Awards Both Go Rounds & Average
• No additional admin fees upfront, just daily office fee $15/Rider/Day

Futurity & Derby Rules & Deadlines

• Futurity & Derby Refund Deadline Friday November 29 8am 85% of entry fees only
• No Refunds after above Deadline
• Any Draw Outs must be submitted online at: gofastraces.com/changes
• No form submitted-no refund
• Do not consider yourself drawn out until your draw out form is confirmed via email
• We do not need a vet release
• No Draw Outs or Changes will be accepted by Email, text, phone or messenger
• Horse Registration papers must be submitted via email to: mitzi@gofastraces.com By November 15, 2024
• Entering after November 15 will incur a $50 Late Fee
• Papers not submitted by November 15 will result in No Draw Number Issued with No Refund Option
• Rider is paid all winnings & prizes
• Draw Will Post on Wednesday November 27 mid to later evening

  2D Varsity Futurity Class $400 EF

• Open to all horses aged 5 years and under who are ending barrel futurity competition
• Born in 2018/2019 (2023 crop)

MVP 2D Jr. Varsity Futurity Class $350 EF

• Open to all horses aged 5 years and under who are beginning barrel futurity competition
• Born in 2019/2020 (2024 crop & any holdbacks)

ViaGen 2D Equine Derby Class $300

• Open to horses up to 8 years old born 2016/2017 in their 2^nd/3^rd year of barrel competition

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NEW THIS YEAR:  High Stake Incentives (roll from open)

• 3D Turkey Slot Incentive $300 (roll from Open – 1 Payout over 3 Days, may enter each day, ½ Sec Splits,90% payout, must be entered in Open day of to enter
• 3D Senior High Stakes $150 (1 Sec Splits, 1 payout over 3 Days, may enter each day) 50+, 80% Payout, must be entered in Open day of to enter
• 3D Youth High Stakes $150 ( 1 Sec Splits, 1 Payout Over 3 Days, may enter each day. 18 & Under) 80% PayOut, must be entered in Youth day of to enter

OPEN RACES/INCENTIVES 

3 Open Races & Average $13,500 Total Added.  

• 5D Friday Open $1500 Added. $50 Entry Fee
• 5D Saturday Open $5000 Added $60 Entry Fee
• 5D Sunday Open $5000 Added $60 Entry Fee
• 5D Open Average $2000 Added $50 Entry Fee Once, Times from Sat/Sun Runs
• ½ Second Splits, 75% payback on fee, 100% Added, Hybrid D Format 1D paid a tiny % more, 2D-5D Equal
• 3D Turkey Slot High Stakes Incentive $300 EF, may enter each day if entered in Open
• Pay Out is over all 3 days! 90% Payout, ½ Splits
• Hybrid D Format All Classes/Incentive (1D is slightly higher %, Other D’s Equal)
• Prizes to D Winners

3 Youth Classes 18 & Under $6750 Total Added

• May enter “Youth Only” each day
• 5D Friday Youth $45 Entry Fee $250 Added
• 5D Saturday Youth $55 Entry Fee $2000 Added
• 5D Sunday Youth $55 Entry Fee $2000 Added
• 5D Youth Average $45 Entry Fee Once, Times From Sat/Sun Runs $1000 Added
• ½, ½, 1, 1, Second Splits, 75% payback on fee, 100% Added
• Hybrid D Format All Classes/Incentive (1D is slightly higher %, Other D’s Equal)
• 3D Youth High Stakes Incentive $1500 Added $150 EF May enter each day if entered in Open Or Youth
• Pay Out is over all 3 days! 80% Payout, Full Second Splits
• Prizes to D Winners

The Littles Saturday 1pm Saturday Only

PeeWees & LeadLiners all run at same time.  

3D PeeWee  EF $40 

• Must run at 1pm
• 12 & Under Competitive Class
• Full Second Splits, 75% payout
• Hybrid D Format All Classes/Incentive (1D is slightly higher %, Other D’s Equal)
• May Not Run but may carry to any other class/incentives eligible for
• Prizes to D winners & All PeeWees

LeadLiners/Needs Assistance/True Beginner/Goes Slow-19 or slower runs EF $20

• Must run at 1pm
• Any Rider that needs leadline assistance or any kind of limited assistance or goes really slow
• No Pay Out/No Splits
• Prizes For All

Adult & Senior Incentives $3000 Total Added

• 5D Friday Senior & Adult $40 Fee, must enter open $250 Added each Class
• 5D Saturday Senior & Adult, $40 Fee must enter open $250 Added each Class
• 5D Sunday Senior & Adult, $40 Fee must enter open $250 Added each Class
• ½ Second Splits, 75% payback on fee
• Hybrid D Format All Classes/Incentive (1D is slightly higher %, Other D’s Equal)
• 3D Senior High Stakes Incentive $1500 Added $150 EF May enter each day if entered in Open
• Pay Out is over all 3 days! 80% Payout, Full Second Splits
• Adult 19-50
• Senior 51 +
• Prizes to D Winners

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AMERICAN CONTENDER QUALIFIER-READ CAREFULLY!

**If you enter incorrectly & we have to refund you there will be a 10% Fee Deducted

• You must enter the Qualifier the Monday before our race through betterbarrelraces.com
• DO NOT ENTER YOUR AMERICAN HORSE FOR THE OPEN ON SATURDAY THROUGH GO FAST RACES The American will enter you & charge you to roll to our Open on Saturday when you enter with them.
• If you want to add Saturday Classes OR any Incentives that you are eligible to roll for to your American Run you will do so at:
• gofastraces.com/changes
• Click on drop down menu that says “add to entry”
• Tell us what you want your American time to roll to, Youth, Adult, Senior in notes
• Fill in CC info and submit.
• To Enter Go Fast Races Classes and Incentives on Friday or Sunday you will need to ENTER online for each day at: gofastraces.com/enter

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EVENT SCHEDULE/FEES

Thursday, November 28, 2024 – NO ARRIVALS /CHECK INS PRIOR TO 4PM

• 5pm Entry/RV/Stall/Vendor Check In at Show Office
• 5pm-10pm Wristband Exhibitions Arena B
• 6pm-10pm Trainer Time Main Arena

Thursday Fees

• Trainer Time $25
• Arena B Wrist Band Exbs $20/Day or VIP Pass $55

Friday, November 29, 2024

• 7:30am Show Office Opens
• 8am-5pm Wristband Exhibitions Arena B
• 8am-2pm Trainer Time Exhibition Session Main Arena
• 2pm-4pm Main Arena Closed
• 4pm-7pm Regular Exbs (may not take more than 5 per page per person)
• 7:30pm Open Race

Friday Fees

• Open 5D $50. Added $1500
• 3D Turkey Slot Incentive $300 (90% payback)
• Youth 5D $45 $250 Added
• Adult 5D $40 (must run in open) $250 Added
• Senior 5D $40(must run in open) $250 Added
• Trainer Time $30
• Regular Exhibitions $6
• Arena B Wrist Band Exbs $20/Day or VIP Pass $55
• Office Fee Online Pre-Entries $10 through November 3 midnight
• Office Fee Online November 4-end of race $15
• Office Fee On Site $15

Saturday, November 30, 2024

• 7:30am Show Office Opens
• 8am-5pm Wristband Exhibitions Arena B
• 8am Regular Exhibitions $6
• 9am Open Session I (#1-#200) (any open runs/1st Go Futurity & Derby Runs)
• 1pm The Littles (3D PeeWee & Leadline)
• 3pm Regular Exhibitions $6
• 5pm American Contender
• Right After American but Not Before 6:30pm Open Barrel Session II (#201-End) (any open runs/1st Go Futurity & Derby Runs)

Saturday Fees

• Open 5D $60 Added $5000
• Open 5D AVG $50 Added $2000 (must have Sat/Sun time)
• Youth 5D $55
• Youth 5D Avg $45
• Adult 4D $40 (must run in open)
• Senior 4D $40 (must run in open)
• The Littles Class (3D PeeWee & Leadline) $40/$15
• 2D Varsity Futurity $400 EF
• 2D Junior Varsity Futurity $350 EF
• 2D Derby $300 EF
• Regular Exhibitions $6
• Arena B Wrist Band Exbs $25/Day or VIP Pass $55

Sunday, November 26, 2023

• 7am Show Office Opens
• 8am-4pm Wristband Exhibitions Arena B
• 8am Regular Exhibitions
• 9am Barrel Session (all open runs, 2^nd Go Futurity & Derby Runs)

Sunday Fees

• Open 5D $60 Added $5000
• Youth 5D $55
• Adult 5D $40 (must run in open)
• Senior 5D $40 (must run in open)
• Arena B Wrist Band Exbs $25/Day or Weekend VIP Pass $60
• CHANGES FEES…SEE CHANGE POLICY ABOVE

Go Fast Races Policies

No Segways, Hover Boards, Skate Boards, Bicycles-we will confiscate and it will cost you $200 to get them back!

No Tolerance Policies Enforced (see GFR No Tolerance Policy Tab)

Facility Policies

• No Smoking inside the facility any where, barn, arena, office arena, etc We will ask you to leave
• No Outside Shavings 
• ALL Dogs must be on a leash at all times-facility fine up to $200
• No grills/fire pits
• No Panels or Tie Outs!

September 14 BBR APPROVED!

November 9, BBR Pending

December 21 BBR Pending

Enter on the Rodeo Results App

Books Open Monday Prior 10am

Books Close Fridays Prior 7pm

Must enter on site Day of Race

3 Open Barrel Sessions

 Barrel Exbs Before Each Session 9am, 12pm, 7pm

10am Draw#1-100

1pm Draw #101-200

7:30pm Draw #201-end

3 PeeWee/Leadline Barrel Sessions ( both run together)

9:30am Draw#1-25

12:30pm Draw#26-50

7pm Draw#51-End

Pole Exhibitions 3pm(limited)

PeeWee/Leadline Poles 3:30pm (run together)

1 Open Pole Session! 4pm 

All Classes may run in each Session with another entry fee paid!

Youth Classes are 16 & Under and DO NOT have to enter the open

PeeWee is 10 & Under with Competitive Payout

Leadline is any rider needing assistance or to go slow, no payout

ENTRY REFUND DEADLINE FRIDAY PRIOR 7pm, NO EXCEPTIONS

DRAW OUT MUST BE SUBMITTED AT: gofastraces.com/changes by deadline, no text, messages or emails accepted for draw outs!

Fees:

Barrels

4D/5D Open $50 EF (may run in each session)

5D Youth 16 & Under $45 (may run in each session)

3D PeeWee 10 & Under $35-competitive

Leadline $10 (no payout/participation award)

Poles

Open Poles $45

Youth Poles 16 & Under $35

Pee Wee Poles 10 & Under $25

Leadline Poles $10

Non-Refundable Fees:

Admin Fee: $10/rider 

Exhibitions

Payment Processing Fees

TRAINER TIME DATES Show up and pay cash, online or some are on the Rodeo Results App

August 27 8:00am-12pm Caldwell-CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER

September 3 8:00am-12pm Caldwell

**September 4 5pm-10pm Williamson County Expo-Taylor Tx

September 27 1pm-6pm San Antonio Rose Palace

October 1,8,15,22,29 8:00am-12pm Caldwell

November 5,12,19  8:30am-12pm Caldwell

December 10, 17. 8:30am-12pm Caldwell

Only paid Trainer Time riders may use the Arena & Warm Up Area on "trainer time only days"

No pony rides for family, friends, etc. only paid riders (insurance requirement)

All Riders must submit a waiver at gofastraces.com/forms

No pop up barrels/equipment in the Warm Up Area or outside arena.

Take Turn Format, barrels on the stakes, times available, music.

EXHIBITION POLICY-WILL BE STRICTLY ENFORCED

• Every Rider MUST COMPLETE AN ENTRY FORM either online or on site to be given any exhibitions. 
• If not racing but only entering Regular Exhibitions, Prelim or Rehab Sessions the Process Fee will be charged.
• Every Rider taking exhibitions must have a Waiver filled out online If Rider is under 18yrs the Waiver MUST be filled out by the Rider’s Legal Parent or Guardian.
• Waiver may be completed at: gofastraces.com/formsGrandparents & Trainers do not count!
• Racers, you MAY NOT sign up for multiple exhibitions then give them away! We will NO LONGER allow this as it is a liability risk
• Riders Name Must Already be on the Exhibition List
• You have 60 seconds for each exhibition! Announcer will request you immediately exit the arena if violating this rule!
• Exhibition Sessions are a "take turn" format, you may follow a rider out if slow work is being done as to speed up your wait.
• Exhibitions may not be sold, transferred without notifying entry office!
• Our Philosophy is you can always go early (just check with gate/announcer person) BUT you cannot go late.
• We assign Regular Exhibitions by 30 minute page increments.
• If you miss your exhibitions on the page you reserved WE WILL NOT ADD YOU TO A LATER PAGE!
• If you are signed up for an Unlimited Exhibition Session like Trainer Time, Prelim OR Rehab please do not show up near the end of the session and then complain you did not have enough time! Time management is the racer’s responsibility!

RULES & POLICIES FOR ALL RACES

Always check "each" Race Schedule as they can vary depending on date and time of year!

RACE FORMAT

• Go Fast Races reserves the right to scratch any rider that cannot get their horse in the arena, for any reason, within a reasonable amount of time. If this occurs there are no refunds.
• BE READY FOR YOUR DRAG! 
• 3 Calls is ALL YOU GET!  Announcer's Decision stands!
• DO NOT not come from the back 40 in the warm up area for your drag. 
• IF there is a holding pen, All Racers must  enter the holding pen before the tractor stops for your drag!
• IF there is a holding pen the Next 10 Racers must be in the holding pen.
• IF there is holding pen only the next 10 racers may be in the holding pen.
• No Videos from alley!
• No Videos allowed from Holding Pens (unless person is rider's assistant).
• No Videos or Spectators Allowed on Announcer stand.
• Barrel Setters/Any Crew Member MAY NOT Video for Racers!
• A Contestant may have ONE ADULT ASSISTANT-MEANING 18 OR OLDER either on a horse or on foot to assist them in the alley. 
• Rider Assistant must be wearing proper wrist band which must be issued in the entry office with release signed.
• NO WHIPPING of horses from the ground! You will be asked to leave!
• A contestant will receive a no time for lack of forward motion, a broken pattern or a knocked down barrel.
• Forward motion -you may not stop, backup or circle after breaking the mouth of the alley!
• If you run out of order during the race for any reason you will receive a no time with no refund.
• There are No Refunds if you miss your posted draw run FOR ANY REASON ! You may, however, pay another entry fee and be placed at the bottom of the draw or next available number.
• If there is a timer failure, a re-run option will be offered or entry fee refund.
• No Re-Runs or refunds are issued for tack failure that occurs prior to a run or during a run.
• GFR Does not do Buy Backs in most classes but you may purchase a Ghost Run and run again in the race if you need or want to correct your horse in the real race environment. No Pay Out.
• We do have an "Open Class Only Buy Back Incentive Side Pot" for anyone that Hit Barrels or got a NT for broke pattern, etc. You may run again by paying the open entry fee and going into the Incentive side pot.
• Draw Numbers may not be sold/ transferred/swapped or given away!
• Do not leave children/minors unattended.
• No bicycles, skates, skateboards, scooters, segways, hoover boards of any kind, running or playing in or near the Arena, Warm Up areas, Holding Pen, Stalls, Concession area or Entry Office!
• NO DOGS in entry office! Dogs MUST BE ON A LEASH AT ALL FACILITIES WHERE ALLOWED (see each race specifications).
• Covid 19 is a real virus and still active. Please practice common sense measures while around others and respect other’s decisions.
• GFR reserves the right to remove any competitor, guest of competitors or spectators if deemed necessary for non-compliance of any policies/rules or safety concerns.
• GFR is not responsible for any damage to your hat, helmet, tack or any other item that comes off of you or your horse in the warm-up area, alley or arena!

CLASS TIME SPLITS

• Open Classes 1/2 Sec Splits
• 5D Youth Class 1/2, 1/2, 1, 1 Split
• 4D Youth Class 1/2 Sec Split
• 3D PeeWee Class 1 Sec Split
• 3 D Poles Open & Youth 1 Sec Split
• 3D Adult & Seniors or Super Srs 1 Sec Split
• 4D Adult & Seniors 1/2 Sec Split
• 3D Slot Races 1/2 Sec Splits

Pay Back Percentages

• Check Each race as it can vary. Most are 75% or 80% for Most Classes
• We use our "Hybrid D Format" to payout each class. The 1D get a bit more % and the 2D-4D/5D get an equal %

The following items are for enhanced safety so Please Respect them!

Our Goal: “To Teach Better Safety Not Preach”

• Only Racers/Riders with paid entries or exhibitions may enter the warm-up area during race time.
• Some GFR Races will require you have a "race wristband" which is available upon check in at the entry office. Replacements if lost are $2
•  Rider MUST have a waiver on file. Gofastraces.com/forms
•  Rider of any age that is not in control of their horse will be asked to exit.
• Rider Assistant (rider needs help in alley) must have a Rider Assit Wristband which you must obtain from the entry office and sign a waiver at the office.  
• Only 1 Rider Assist Wristband may be issued per Rider.
• Rider Assistant MUST BE  21 year of age or older!
• Warm Up Area on Race Day is not a “training area”
• Warm Up Area on Race Day is not to give "family/friend rides" 
• NO Pop-Up Barrels or other equipment allowed in warm-up area.
• NO Cutting Across the Warm-Up Area on foot by anyone.
• NO Ponying, Lunging or Rolling of horses in warm-up area during races
  
• MINIMAL CELL PHONE USE PLEASE! Go outside for long conversations!
• NO Socializing/walking in groups!  Go outside.
• NO Smoking in the warm-up area or anywhere in the facility
• NO darting or cutting abruptly in front of another rider or across the flow
• NO tying up of horses to panels inside OR outside the warm-up area.
•  Tied Horses will be moved at owner’s expense!
• NO “Tailgating” (run up on the butt) of a horse in front of you.
• Horse owners please put an appropriate tail ribbon on your horse for safety.
• -Ribbons (free) are available at the GFR Hospitality/First Aid Booth IN THE OFFICE
• -Red Ribbon indicates Kicker/Aggressive/Moody
• -Yellow Ribbon indicates Stallion
• -Green Ribbon indicates very young or green horse-little experience
• NO TOLERANCE POLICY for inappropriate behavior. You will be removed/DQ
• Please go to Entry Office for help with any situation you are concerned about!
• If inclement weather occurs, we will announce any adjustments.
• GFR reserves the right to alter or change any of the above at any time if necessary to provide a safer environment as well as a great experience.

Questions?  Contact: mitzi@gofastraces.com

HOLDING PEN RULES (If there is a holding pen at facility)

• The entrance/exit to the holding pen areas will be monitored. The Monitor may ask to see your wrist band upon entering holding pen area.
• The next 5 racers should be in the holding pen ready to run by the time the tractor stops for your drag
• You MUST START YOUR RUN FROM THE HOLDING PEN NOT FROM THE WARM UP AREA
• We move fast and you will be scratched after 3 reasonable calls
• We will monitor traffic in the holding areas and if it gets over crowded our monitor will ask anyone that is not in the next 10 runs to please exit so those who are preparing to run can have plenty of room or be as safe as possible when running home.

 HOT ZONE-THE ALLEY

• NO ONE IN ALLEY DURING REGULAR DRAGS!
• NO VIDEOS FROM THE ALLEY!
• ONLY RACERS SHOULD EVER BE IN THE ALLEY
• RACER ASSISTANT ALLOWED (only 1 per racer/must have wristband) - -MAY HELP start the run --May NOT go beyond mouth of alley - -MUST GET OUT of the alley once runner goes (does not apply to Leadline runners)
• NO STOPPING IN THE ALLEY TO UN-CINCH OR TAKE BOOTS OFF
• MOVE FORWARD TOWARD THE ARENA TO REMOVE ANY TACK AFTER YOUR RUN OR EXIT TO THE WARM UP AREA

If there is a Holding Pen: HOLDING PEN "RED ZONE" - Left & Right Of Alley Exit & Entrance/Exit Area of Holding Pens

• NO ONE in the Red Zone During any runs.
• Clear the area so you don't get hurt!
• NO un-cinching or tack removal in the Red Zone during Runs so the race moves along & everyone stays safe!
• Move Forward to the front panels (green zone) during runs.
• Red Zone Open to racers during drags only.

Refunds Require Draw Out Form be submitted at: gofastraces.com/changes

NON-REFUNDABLES

Exhibitions/Exhibition Sessions- are Non-Refundable

• Please be ready for your exhibition.
• If you miss them you will not be moved to another/later page
• Exhibition Sessions (Trainer Time, Prelim, Rehab) -No refunds if you are a No-Show

Payment Processing Fees-Non-Refundable

Producer Adminstrative Fees-Non-Refundable

Forerunners Class Registration Fees-Non-Refundable

ENTRY REFUNDS

• No Text, Email, Messenger or Phone Calls are accepted for Draw Outs.
• ALL DRAW OUTS Must Submit  A Draw Out Form at: gofastraces.com/changes
• Please state your reason for drawing out on the form!
• No Vet Outs are taken or needed
• 100% of Entry Fees Only will be refunded if draw out form is received by individual race deadline---check each race for deadlines.
• No Refunds after Race Starts for any Turn outs/No Shows/No Notice Given.

Missed Runs

• If you are on-site at the race and you miss your run "for any reason" there is "No Refund".
• You may pay another entry fee and be put in the next available slot OR at the end.
• It is the Racer's Responsibility to know start times, draw numbers & skips for all sessions.

Entry Process

• ANY rider of ANY age pays an Office Fee to enter our races/classes/exhibitions.
• Racers have the option to Pre-Enter On-line with payment or to enter On-Site with no late fees.
• Pre-Entries are accepted online at gofastraces.com/enter with a credit card payment
• Some Races will use the Rodeo Results App for Racers to enter through. Watch for this info on flyers!
• A Pre-liminary Draw will post on the Rodeo Results App on Thursday Evenings for Fri-Sun Races & at least by 8pm the day prior for one day races
• Entries stay open after the Preliminary Draw and we continue to update the draw as entries come in, except for Taco Tuesdays which books close on the Rodeo Results App at 7pm the night before a Taco Tuesday Race.
• On-Site Entries will be accepted as long as there is sufficient time to properly process the entry
• *No Draw Numbers will be issued prior to a race unless proper pre-entry and pre-payment are received, please don’t ask!
• We do not accept checks
• We do take Credit Cards on site unless specifically noted for some races, 5% fee is added.

ONLINE PRE-ENTRY

• Enter Online at: gofastraces.com/enter
• Credit Card Required.
• Online Entries will open no later than two weeks prior to a race (unless a weekly series).
• The GFR Online Entry System includes a payment processing fee of 4.5% plus $2.49 through a 3rd party payment processor.
• Stripe, Inc is the 3^rd party payment processor for credit card payments.
• Rodeo Results, LLC is an established race/pre-entry software. There is no App Fee. GFR will use Rodeo Results for all races for draw postings and results. Rodeo Results is free to download from the App Store on your phone!
• Next available Draw Number is given for ALL ENTRIES, no exceptions. In Order to be completely FAIR to all racers about the ground, Request for specific draw numbers is not an option nor is asking for the top of the ground.
• ON-SITE ENTRIES
• Walk ups are allowed with cash or credit card (processing fees apply)
• If paying by credit card, walk ups will need to enter on-line with your phone or GFR has ipads in the office

All Changes Must Be Submitted On-Line at: gofastraces.com/changes

ALLOWED CHANGES

• Add To Entry-required to be completed and paid for at least 3 Hours prior to run.
• Fees will only be charged after Preliminary Draw has posted OR Session has closed
• Horse change/substitutions $10
• Session Change $25
• Rider changes $30

CHANGES NOT ALLOWED

• Horse & Rider Change (meaning the rider changes and the horse changes) in any class is considered a draw out subject to draw out policies.
• Draw spots may not be moved, sold, given away or traded.
• Exhibitions/Trainer Times/Prelims/Rehabs may not be sold, given away or traded without informing the office first.
• New Riders will owe an admin. fee.

• NOTICE:  IF YOU REFUSE TO DO OUR FORMS ONLINE YOU WILL NOT BE ENTERED IN OUR RACE AND ALL OR ANY WINNINGS HELD UNTIL FORMS ARE COMPLETED ONLINE!
  • No Paper Forms or Pictures of Forms or Scanned Documents are accepted
  • ALL Racer forms must be completed online at gofastraces.com/forms 
  • Forms should be submitted prior to any race.
  • A Waiver is required to receive winnings & required of everyone on foot or horseback entering the arena, outside warm up arena, covered warm up area, holding pens or alley for any reason!
  • IRS W-9 Form-required to receive winnings even if racer is a minor and prior to event.
  • If Racer resides in another country then a W8-BEN must be submitted.
  • If Forms are not received within 10 days of race ending or after no response to request to provide forms, your winnings will be voided/forfeited along with any awards you won.
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HORSE REQUIRED FORMS

• A Current Negative EIA (Coggins) must be provided upon check in or made available at any time upon request for each horse on the facility premises.
• Out of State Horses must be prepared to present a certified Health Certificate issued no earlier than 30 days (standard certificate) prior to event or submit an EECV( extended equine certificate of veterinary inspection) For more information on equine health inspection certificates contact your veterinary OR visit https://www.globalvetlink.com/eecvi/
• We reserve the right to have any horse removed from the facility if there is cause to be concerned for safety of said horse or any other horses/person affected by horse in question.

 PAY OUT IS NOT ON SITE.

• Direct Deposit (free) is the safest and fastest way to get your winnings Most racers choose this option!
• Fill Out A Direct Deposit Form at gofastraces.com/forms
• Mailed Checks will be processed and go out within 15 business days of the last race day.
• Checks & any packages are mailed to the ADDRESS ON THE W-9!
• Checks must be deposited within 30 days of issue date or they are voided
• Replacing a winning check , FOR ANY REASON, will incur a $35 Stop Pay Fee  and will require a DIRECT DEPOSIT FORM BE COMPLETED. This is the only way to receive a replacement.
• We will not mail out duplicate checks
• Both a current Waiver & W-9 must be on file 
• If we do not receive the required forms within 10 days or 3 request attempts, of the last race day you will forfeit your winnings and any prizes.
• ALL Forms are located at gofastraces.com/forms

 Full Western Dress Code Not Required-Unless specified otherwise

• NO TENNIS SHOES, NO CROCS, NO HEY DUDES please have on appropriate equine shoes for riding safety. You can be disqualified
• NO SHORTS-You will be disqualified with NO REFUNDS!
• PLEASE COVER UP!
• GFR is not responsible for any damage to your hat, helmet, tack or any other item that comes off of you or your horse in the warm-up area, alley or arena!
• THANKSGIVING CLASSIC RACE REQUIRES FULL WESTERN DRESS & HAT! This race does have a Hat Fine.

NO TOLERANCE

• Go Fast Races has a NO TOLERANCE policy for animal abuse and people abuse and reserves the right to determine what animal abuse/people abuse is.
• Children on foot or in strollers ARE NOT ALLOWED in the ARENA, WARM UP PEN or HOLDING PEN!
• DOGS (unless dog is a certified service dog with credentials) are NOT ALLOWED in ENTRY OFFICE, ARENA, WARM UP PEN/HOLDING PEN/CONCESSION AREAS. If you cant abide by this rule please leave them in your trailer or at home.
• All Dogs must be on a leash at all times and not left unattended/tied up any where within the facility. Unattended dogs will be removed or any dog that is deemed to be a nuisance or safety concern by producer or event staff.
• No barking dogs in stands we will ask you to leave.
• No Segways, Hover Boards, Skate Boards, Scooters, Bicycles, Roller Skates, etc inside the facility anywhere! LEAVE THEM HOME. GFR will confiscate and a $200 Fine will be imposed to get them back at END OF RACE.  Also non cooperation will lead to a Race Disqualification of Rider or Rider associated with the individual breaking policy!
• We will not tolerate abusive language or attitude to our contractors/staff, arena facility staff, sponsors, representatives, officers or owners by any contestant or any traveling associate or family member of the contestant.
• Parents MUST BE PRESENT for your Under 18 Minor to enter our races on site.  We WILL NOT TOLERATE RUDE, UGLY, SMART MOUTH TEENAGERS!  AUTOMATIC DQ PERIOD!
• We absolutely will not tolerate any form of "hate crime" or "hate attitude" toward any of our staff or facility members.
• Any harrassment after a race of any crew member, facility staff, etc. will be pursued and prosecuted.
• All photographers (professional or amateur) must obtain express consent from Go Fast Races to photograph any event.
• Any photographer or videographer taking photographs to be sold without prior express consent from Go Fast Races will be asked to leave the premises and any attempt to resale any photographs will be acted upon legally.
• By Entering the event, Contestants grant management the right to use any photographs or video taken of him/her during the event, including but not limited to those taken during competition or while otherwise attending the event.
• Contestants are expressly prohibited from taking pictures/videos of photographer/videographer proofs or recorded runs at the viewing booths unless approved by the event videographer or photographer.
• Any person lifting watermarked photos from the official photographer and posting on social media will be called out and contacted for removal of post and payment of digital picture.
• Press credentials are required for all commercial photographers or videographers on the host facility grounds during the event. Credentials can be obtained in the show office. Individuals without prior approval and proper press credentials will be escorted out of the facility by security.
• Go Fast Races reserves the right to refuse competition entry or spectator entry to anyone if we deem necessary
• No Alcohol brought into the facility
• No Smoking within the facility.
• Not cooperating with any of the above policies may lead to law enforcement being called to remove offender.

No Stalls are available for 1 Day races.  

PARKING: If you park on the asphalt parking areas/or RV area please DO NOT CLEAN OUT YOUR TRAILERS. THE FACILITY WILL FINE US $75/hour to clean it up.  We don't want to have to increase any fees so please do your part to help keep costs down!

STALL RESERVATIONS FOR TAYLOR: gofastraces.com/enter

YOU CAN TIE OUT/PANELS IN PASTURE AREAS BUT NOT IN OR NEXT TO THE RV PARK

The Following Policy is for Stalls at The Williamson County Expo Center in Taylor

• Stalls must be Pre-Purchased & Reserved Through Go Fast Races Stall Reservation Form Online at gofastraces.com/enter
• We cannot guarantee any request for specific stall arrangements or stall numbers
• If you want to stall by a friend then turn in one reservation.
• Must Check In at Entry Office To Receive Stall Assignment Slip or Stalls will not be unlocked.
• If you are arriving after 10pm you will need to let us know so we can put you on the security list.

Cost (includes 2 bags shavings)

• Friday-Sunday $110
• Friday Only $65
• Sat Only $65
• No Outside Shavings Allowed! THIS IS A FACILITY RULE!
  • Extra Shavings sold On Site in Entry Office $10/Bag CASH ONLY!
  • No STALLS OR SHAVINGS Sold From 10pm -8am

STALL REFUNDS-Regular Race Weekends-See separate policy for July Boom Boom Celebration Race 

• 75% REFUND OF TOTAL STALL FEES IF CANCELLED FOR ANY REASON 
  
• NO REFUND IF CANCELLATION FORM IS NOT SUBMITTED
• All Refunds Require a Stall Release/Cancellation Form be submitted at: gofastraces.com/changes
• Stalls may not be sold once you book them. They must be released through Go Fast Races.
• Refunds will be issued within 10 business days of last race day or sooner and issued to the original credit card that was used for the reservation.

STALL BARN POLICIES

• Tie Outs/Panels ok on Grassy areas/not in or near any area around the RV Lot!
• NO HOOVER BOARDS/SEGWAYS/BIKES/SCOOTERS IN THE BARN OR IN THE FACILITY-this includes the stands, concessions area and entry office!!
• NO SMOKING OR OUTSIDE ALCOHOL in Stall Barn (or anywhere in facility)
• NO DOGS IN STALL BARN! If you cannot abide by this rule then leave your dog at home!
• Stalls are all dirt.

RV RESERVATIONS-TAYLOR-Regular Race Weekends

The Following Policy is for RV Spots at The Williamson County Expo Center in Taylor for regular race weekends. The following DOES NOT apply to our July Boom Boom Celebration Race(see separate Boom Boom Race Policies)

• Must Reserve RV SPOTS directly through the Expo Center by Calling:
• Call Monday - Friday 8:30am-4:30pm
• 512-352-4808 or book online 
• Cost is $35/Night for Water/Electric
• Cost is $40/Night for Water/Electric/Sewer
• RV SPOTS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE & NON-TRANSFERABLE
• YOU MAY NOT SELL THEM once booked and paid for. We will not sell them for you.  THIS IS THE FACILITY’S POLICY, NOT GFR!
• NO HORSES NEAR OR AROUND THE RV PARKING OVERNIGHT TIED OR IN PANELS
• IF YOU SADDLE YOUR HORSE AT YOUR TRAILER IN THE RV LOT YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR PICKING UP THEIR POOP! 

What is the NEW HYBRID D PAYOUT:

It is the best of both worlds!  The 1D is paid a bit more % and the 2D-last D are paid a bit less but equal.

Example:

5D Hybrid Payout %: 24,19,19,19,19

4D Hybrid Payout %: 28, 24,24,24

3D Hybrid Payout %: 40, 30, 30

What is the NEW "Open Buy Back Incentive"?

GFR does not do "traditional" buy backs.  We recognize the need to make a correct run though, so why not make some $$ on that Corrected Run! So we are now offering the "Open Buy Back Incentive" on Open Runs-ONLY FOR THOSE THAT GOT A NT THE FIRST TIME AROUND!

1.  Buy Back with another open entry fee paid, based on whatever the race day fee is (no additional admin fee)

2.  5D Incentive payout, 1/2 splits, 80% payback

3.  Sign Up On Site

4.  You will be put in the next available draw spot or at the end.

What is Trainer Time: 

4-6 hour exhibition sessions that you may take unlimited exhibitions on unlimited horses. A take turn format with barrels on the stakes. We do limit participation so don’t wait to join the session toward the end! You must have and wear an issued wrist band. No one other than paid participants are allowed in the arena.

What is a Ghost Ride:

A Ghost Ride is for a rider or horse that may not be ready to compete for money but wants to get the experience and feel for a real race environment. You are issued a draw# in the actual race and subject to all actual race policies. There is no payout and offices apply. Not for Futurity Horses!

What is Prelim: a limited session that you make take unlimited exhibitions on unlimited horses. A take turn format on the stakes. Number of participants is limited. Prelim usually occurs prior to our slack sessions on Saturday or Sunday. Riders not entering the race are charged a daily process fee as you are using the facility like everyone else. These sessions are non-refundable once signed up.

What is Rehab: a limited session that you make take unlimited exhibitions on unlimited horses. A take turn format on the stakes. Number of participants is limited. Rehab usually occurs right after slack on Saturday and Sunday races. Riders not entering the race are charged a daily process fee as you are using the facility like everyone else. These sessions are non-refundable once signed up. *Not Available at Thanksgiving Classic Race.

Regular Exhibitions: Single Exhibitions. We recommend pre-entering for these as they fill quickly. They are Non-Refundable once signed up. Regular Exhibitions require the daily process fee be paid if not entering the race as you are using the facility like everyone else. You may not sell them or transfer them to another rider without notifying the office first and new rider must pay the daily office fee. Barrels are not on the stakes.

After Race Rehab: Only happens if we have time which we announce near the end of each race. Exhibition sessions that you may take unlimited exhibitions on unlimited horses. Limited to only 1 hour after race ends. No daily process fee required. *Not Available at Thanksgiving Classic Race.

What is Forerunners:

GFR's Year End Point League!

Visit this link:  gofastraces.com/forerunners  to find out how to be part of this great group and opportunity!

What is "The Littles": 

For those that are younger but want to compete as well as leadliners!  3D Pee Wee Class & Leadline with their own Class time, 12pm on Saturdays and Sundays (check each race schedule)

• Lead Line Riders -must be lead by an Adult Parent, Guardian or Trainer (with waiver on file)
• Daily Prizes for Leadlines, year end awards if you join Forerunners Point Class
• 3D Pee Wee, age 12 & Under full sec split, payout 75%, year end awards if you join Forerunners Point Class
• 3D Pee Wee & Leadline must compete at designated class time on race day.

SPONSORS

If interested in exploring our partnership opportunities please contact Mitzi Angelle at at mitzi@gofastraces.com or Gilly Angelle at gilly@gofastraces.com

VENDORS

• Vendor space is limited at our races. Official Yearly Sponsors are given priority.
• ANY provider of any Equine Services or Products must be pre-authorized to operate/set up prior to any Go Fast Race.
• You may not just set up at your trailer OR rent a stall and offer services or products without authorization! You will be asked to leave.
• For vendor availability you may contact Mitzi Angelle at mitzi@gofastraces.com
• Cost Vary according to type of race and location.