Local contestants are required to purchase an insurance policy through the rodeo secretary at rodeo. Cost is $30 per contestant. For further information, call Lenora at Big Hat Rodeo Co. 815/648-1957
Entry Fees: $40.00 per event
Entries Open and Close: July 2, 2009 8a.m. - 5p.m.
Entry Phone Number 1-800-639-9002
Added Money Per Event: $300.00
Payback as follows:
1st 2nd 3rd 4th
40% 30% 20% 10%
Disclaimer: If only 3 places are paid, rates would be 50%, 30% and 20%
If only 2 places are paid, rates would be 60% and 40%
If only 1 place is paid, rate would be 100%
The LaSalle County Junior Fair Association is pleased to announce we are a participating rodeo in the 2009 Big Hat Rodeo Championship Series. This contestant incentive program will pay contestants winning the most money in individual events throughout the series. Bonuses will include $2,000 cash to the contestant earning the highest amount of prize money (in one or multiple events) during the Series. Contestants winning the most money in each event will also win cash as well as merchandise awards. Competition in a minimum of 5 of the participating rodeos is required.
Questions? Call John Thomas at the LaSalle County 4H Fair office at 815/228-2581 or Lenora Calzavara Nolan at Big Hat Rodeo Company at 815/648-1957
Schedule of Events
1. Big Hat Opening Pageant
2. Grand Entry On Horseback
3. National Anthem
4. Bareback Bronc Riding
5. Specialty Act
6. Calf Roping
7. Specialty Act
8. Saddle Bronc Riding
9. Specialty Act
10. Steer Wrestling
11. Intermission or Act
12. Cowgirls Barrel Race
13. Specialty Act Bronc Riding
14. Bull Riding
15. Finale
Bareback
Bareback Bronc riding was developed in the rodeo arena and has no basis in actual ranch work. Today it is one of rodeo's most popular events. The cowboys ride with a double leather pad called a "rigging". At the top of the rigging is a handhold similar to a suitcase handle that the cowboy puts his hand into. There are no stirrups or reins in this event. The contest is for 8 seconds. The two judges mark the cowboy on a 1 to 25 point scale based on how well he rides the animal. Each judge also scores the horse on the same basis on how well the animal bucks and how difficult it is to ride. A perfect effort by both contestant and bronc would earn 100 points, which has only been reached once. This event is often called "rodeos most physically demanding event" on a contest and these cowboys are usually among the youngest in rodeo. Bareback Bronc Riding is a great, action packed way to start our rodeo!
Calf Roping
Calf Roping is one of rodeos oldest events. Although the arena version is strictly a contest of speed. Calf Roping, in essentially the same form, is still a very important part of the everyday life of the working ranch cowboy. For every second of action you see in the arena about 1000 hours of practice have taken place. A lot happens quickly when the roper nods his head to call for the calf to be released. Even though this event is very complicated a good roper can complete a money winning run in 8 to 9 seconds. Watch the talents of the ropers as they exhibit horsemanship, timing, skill with a rope, strength and a host of other athletic abilities. But more than the roper, watch the horses! They rate the speed of the calf, slide to a stop on cue, and back up fast to keep the rope taut. How well these animals work makes all the difference between a winning or losing run. You'll understand why Calf Roping is rodeos precision event" when you see these cowboys and their outstanding horses in competition!
Saddle Bronc Riding
Saddle Bronc Riding is known as "rodeos classic event" and it is the image that comes to mind most often when the word rodeo is mentioned. The event annually attracts fewer contestants than any other event, primarily because it is the most difficult to master and one of the sports most dangerous. The cowboys ride special bronc saddles that look somewhat like western saddles without the saddle horn. With one hand the bronc rider holds onto a braided rein, called a "bronc rein", that is fastened to the horses halter. From gate to whistle, a bronc rider will try to spur his mount with a forward then backward motion from the horses mane to the cantle of the saddle. The more the cowboys spurs the higher his score will be. Riders rely upon balance, timing and the rhythm of the bucking horse to make a money winning ride. The saddle broncs are scored, like the cowboys, by the judges on their performances during the 8 second contest.
Steer Wrestling
Although Steer Wrestling, often called Bulldogging, was never used in real ranch work, it has one of the most unique origins in rodeo. The event began when black cowboy Bill Pickett jumped off his horse onto an ornery steer in sheer frustration. Onlookers said that Pickett hung on just like a bulldog and so the event was named. Although cowboys have eliminated Picketts toothy hold, the practice has evolved into the modern Steer Wrestling event. The steer wrestler's helper, called a "hazer" keeps the steer running in a straight line. All the contestant has to do is jump off his running horse onto the head and horns of the running steer, stop the animal and when he gets that done, throw the steer on his side so that his head and all four legs are pointing in the same direction. All of this usually takes just a few seconds and most rodeos are won with times in the 4 second range. A mere half of a second can separate the winners from the also-rans. This two man team event is referred to as "rodeos fastest events!"
Cowgirls Barrel Race
Before Women's Lib became a household phrase and a cigarette commercial told women how far they'd come, women had successfully infiltrated professional rodeo. This three cornered contest of speed is "rodeos ladies only event," known as Cowgirls Barrel Racing. The event is simple in scope. A course is laid out using three 55 gallon drums as markers. The cowgirl races her horse in a cloverleaf pattern around the course and is timed during her journey; the fastest time wins! The only penalty possible is a five second penalty should the barrel racer knock over a barrel. The only disqualification is for going off course. Barrel Racing horses, often veterans of the race track, are extremely difficult to train. They have to be taught to run flat out, collect themselves, turn 360 degrees, then do it twice more, in a different direction. Because of the difficulty in finding a horse with these characteristics of speed, agility and trainability, barrel horses will often change owners for high five figure prices. Barrel Racing ranks just behind Bull Riding in number of fans. This fast, colorful, and daring event really dramatizes the true meaning of horsemanship.
Bull Riding
The Sportscasters of America have named Bull Riding the MOST DANGEROUS SPORTING EVENT IN AMERICA. In addition it has long been "rodeos most popular event". It is easy to see why. The bulls are fast, powerful, and will often weigh in excess of 2000 pounds. They are cat quick and much more agile than any other animal of their size. Most bulls have a loose hide which rolls from side to side, making it difficult to stay aboard. The contestants average 150 pounds. The rules are simple. The cowboy must stay on for 8 seconds without touching himself or the bull with his free hand. He can only hold onto a flat braided rope approximately one inch wide which is pulled tight around the bull, just behind his shoulders. Couple these factors with the kicking, twisting and spinning action that comes so naturally to these animals and it is easy to see why so many bulls are tried and so few are ridden for 8 seconds.
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Department JF-Q2
OPEN SHOW
Street Stock 4x4 Pickup Truck Pulling Contest
Thursday, July 9, 7:30 p.m.
Grandstand
Premiums offered: $1,260.00
CLASSES OFFERED
ST - 1 6800# STOCK GAS
ST - 2 6800# OPEN GAS
ST - 3 8000# DIESEL
ENTRY FEE $15
PREMIUMS:
1st $120
2nd $100
3rd $80
4th $60
5th $40
6th $20
GENERAL RULES
1. 4 wheel drive single tires (DOT approved)
2. Must have current license, registration and insurance for the vehicle which is entered.
3. No weight brackets, maximum 26 inch drawbar height.
4. Must provide your clevis or hitch point (min. 3" opening)
5. 6500# Stock Gas - No visual engine or power-train modifications.
6. 6500# Open - No currently certified or sanctioned trucks.
7. The LaSalle County Junior Fair Board reserves the right to reject any and all entries.
8. Decisions of the Superintendent and the committee are final.
9. No alcoholic beverages allowed on the 4-H grounds.
10. Rules and Regulations are subject to change.
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Department JF-Q
OPEN SHOW
Tractor Pulling Contest
July 10, 7:00 p.m.
Grandstand
Premiums offered: $5,000.00
General Superintendent Rob Angus
GENERAL RULES
ENTRY FEE $20 $20 $20 $20 $20 $20 $20
CLASS T-1 T-2 T-3 T-4 T-5 T-6 T-7
4500 5000 7000 6500TRK 6200TRK 11000 6000
PREMIUMS
1st 175 175 175 175 175 175
2nd 100 100 100 100 100 125
3rd 75 75 75 75 75 100
4th 50 50 50 50 50 90
5th 40 40 40 40 40 80
6th 25 25 25 25 70
7th 60
1. Entry Fee: $20 all classes.
2. The LaSalle County Junior Fair Board reserves the right to reject any and all entries.
3. Decisions of the Superintendent and the committee are final.
4. No alcoholic beverages allowed on 4-H Grounds.
5. Sanctioned under Rules of the Illini State Pullers Association.
Class No. Description
T-1 4,500 pound Tractor
T-2 5,000 pound Tractor
T-3 7,000 pound Tractor
T-4 6,500 pound Alt Stk Truck
T-5 6,200 pound SS Truck
T-6 11,000 Hot Farm
T-7 6,000 Farm Stock
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Demolition Derby
Saturday, July 11, 2009
7:00pm, Grandstand Area
General Rules:
To better serve our sport, its competitors and fans, we have created seven sets of building rules. All rules have been written and will be enforced with safety as the number one priority. These rules will be used for different types of vehicles at different shows. The different vehicle classes are as follows:
- Fair Class: Any year car, but no Imperials, Imperial framed cars or Hearses.
- Trucks & Suburban type vehicles: ½ and ¾ ton allowed. NO 4x4!!
- Compact Car: 104" wheel base or less, 4 cylinders, and front wheel drive.
- 1980's & Newer Full Size Car: Must be of a metric body.
Not all classes will run at all events so be sure to check the schedule for the event(s) you are entering. All rules will be strictly enforced, so please call with any questions. When calling, please be prepared to offer what class, type, and make of vehicle you are preparing to build so we can better answer your questions. We want you to have a fun and safe time at all RRP events and we look forward to creating a new history for the sport of demolition derby in 2009 and beyond.
All drivers must wear an approved full-face helmet, eye protection & seat belts.
A fire suit is recommended. Full-length pants & long sleeved shirts are required.
All derby vehicles that do not pass inspection will be allowed to make corrections. If the vehicle is not able to pass inspection, it will not run. NO REFUNDS.
All drivers must complete an entry form and attend the pit meeting with their crew members.
All drivers and crew members will receive and must wear a pit ID band.
All vehicles will get a stick after they have passed inspection. Break your stick to indicate you are out of competition.
All drivers will have a set time (usually 60 seconds – will be announced at pit meeting) to make a hit. Drivers failing to make a hit will be out of competition and will be told to break their stick by a flagman.
Intentional driver area & door hits are not allowed and will result in disqualification. The area between the wheels on the driver's side of the vehicle is considered a no hit area.
One extinguishable fire allowed. The second fire will result in disqualification.
If your vehicle is rolled, the event will be stopped & your vehicle will be up-righted. You will be allowed to continue provided your vehicle is safe.
Team driving cannot be prevented, however holding is not allowed and will result in immediate disqualification.
Vehicles should be decorated in good taste only. No foul words or slogans permitted.
No alcoholic beverages allowed in the pits.
Keep speed in the pit area at an idle.
Drivers must be 18 years old or older to compete. Drivers less than 18 years old can compete with a signed and notarized parental consent form.
All judges' decisions are final. No complaints taken once the event is over.
Poor sportsmanship or misconduct may result in vehicle disqualification.
DON'T ASSUME THINGS – PLEASE CAL FIRST. PLEASE KNOW YOUR VEHICLE TYPE, MAKE, MODEL, AND WHAT CLASS YOU ARE IN.
80 & Newer (& Dames)
Refer to General Rules for non-building rules.
No 4x4 or all wheel drive vehicles allowed. Front wheel or rear wheel drive is allowed.
Pre-derbied cars are allowed, provided they meet all rules.
VEHICLE PREPARATION
Remove all glass, chrome, plastic, molding, headliner, dash, flammable material, A/C coolant, antifreeze, trailer hitches and interior decking.
Stock gas tank must be removed. A small metal tank must be mounted in the rear seat area. The tank must be very secure and covered. If you need to use the original tank due to the fuel injection system, you will be allowed to. Tank mounting, covering, and system must be very safe. Use the properly rated lines. No plastic tanks allowed for safety reasons.
Electric fuel pump allowed but switch must be clearly marked on/off.
No more than one battery allowed which must be relocated to front passenger floor, secured and covered.
Hood must have a 12"x12" minimum hole to easily extinguish fires. Extra hole(s) in hood not required if you have at least 12"x12" header holes.
FRAME, BODY, & BUMPERS
Absolutely no welding, bolting, pinning, screwing, etc. of the frame or body seams. Frames will be scoped. Frame may have chain or wire from frame rail to frame rail behind rearend. No larger than 1/2" chain.
NO frame or body repairs due to rust or damage, unless approved prior to event. NO EXCEPTIONS!!!!
NO stuffing or filling of frame. Do not undercoat. Paint, cover, or put any substance on or in the frame.
Firewall, floor pan (for shifter), and wheel wells or fenders can be trimmed within reason.
Fenders or wheel wells & hood cut outs may be bolted in six places each. 1/2"bolt max
Tucking of trunk is allowed,50% of trunk must remain in stock location.. You must allow access for inspection. NO "Sedagons".
Doors must be chained, wired or welded shut. Chains/wires may go around the frame. Doors may not be bolted shut in any way.
Hoods and trunk lids may be wired or bolted shut. You will be allowed up to (8) places on hood and(8)on trunk. All bolts must be sheet metal to sheet metal except front (2) core support bolts, which may be changed up to 3/4" allthread. All other bolts may be no larger than 1/2".Washers not to exceed 3x3 square.
Original body mount bolts may not be replaced. (4) additional bolts will be allowed to be added anywhere driver chooses, but may not interfere with existing body bolts. Bolt size no larger than 1/2"with 3x3 washer. Body mount biscuits must remain in place with NO modifications.
Leaf springs can be clamped, 3 clamps per side. Leaf springs must be factory stock for your make and model of vehicle. Shackles or spring mounts may not be modified. Coil springs may be secured with chain/wire or a tack weld only. Suspension, spring & shocks must remain stock, unless noted. Max bumper height of 28" to bottom of bumper. No suspension or spring conversions allowed (coil to leaf, link to coil, etc.).
Rear control arms may be reinforced and modified.
Front control arms (A-arms) & ball joints cannot be interchanged from manufacturer to manufacturer. No reinforcing allowed.
Bumpers & brackets may be interchanged from make/model/year. Automotive bumpers & brackets only. No homemade bumpers or brackets allowed. Bumper brackets must be in factory location and may not be relocated to reinforce the frame.
Bumpers, shocks, & brackets may be welded, bolted, & wired. Two pieces of 4"x12"x1/4" metal may be welded or bolted to help hold the bumper on. Bumpers may be trimmed but no sharp edges. We do not want bumpers to fall off, please put them on securely.
Dash bar and seat bars are allowed for driver's safety. Bars may be connected to each other with door bars and cannot be connected to the floor. Bars may not extend past the firewall and may not extend rearward beyond the front most part of the rear wheel well tubs. Bars may not tie into rear frame humps, drive train, frame, or body mount bolt plates. Rollover bars are permitted, but may not connect to frame.
Windshield net/guard is mandatory. Hardtop (no post) cars must have straps or chains/wires from door to roof in door post and/or passenger area.
ENGINE & DRIVETRAIN
Any engine or transmission maybe used in any car. Rear end must be a max of a 5 lug automotive type. Rear end may be welded or spooled. Rear end guards allowed. Rear end may be chained/wired to frame in two places max.
Engine must be within 5" of original position. Distributor protectors are allowed. Engine components may be modified (fan blades, header pipes, etc.). Transmission cooler allowed, must be secure and safe. Transmission may be chained/wired in place.
Motor mounts may be modified to better hold engine in place but may not strengthen car. Engine may be welded or chained down with bracing or chains that can only be mounted to the engine in front of the motor mounts and can extend no further than 12" from the engine.
MISCELLANEOUS
Radiator must be in stock position. No auxiliary systems allowed. Radiator guards allowed, provided they are no thicker than ¼" and are connected only to the radiator and the sheet metal. They may not connect to the frame or bumper.
Any type of tire or wheel may be used. Split rims must be welded solid. Wheel weights must be removed. Valve stem protectors are allowed.
All vehicles must have legible number on a roof mounted sign. Choose your number, first come – first served.
Compacts
Refer to General Rules for non-building rules.
No 4x4 or all wheel drive vehicles allowed. Front wheel drive only.
Pre-derbied cars are allowed, provided they meet all rules.
VEHICLE PREPARATION
Remove all glass, chrome, plastic, molding, headliner, dash, flammable material, A/C coolant, antifreeze, trailer hitches and interior decking.
Stock gas tank must be removed. A small metal tank must be mounted in the rear seat area. The tank must be very secure and covered. If you need to use the original tank due to the fuel injection system, you will be allowed to. Tank mounting, covering, and system must be very safe. Use the properly rated lines. No plastic tanks allowed for safety reasons.
Electric fuel pump allowed but switch must be clearly marked on/off.
No more than one battery allowed which must be relocated to front passenger floor, secured and covered.
Hood must have a 12"x12" minimum hole to easily extinguish fires. Extra hole(s) in hood not required if you have at least 12"x12" header holes.
FRAME, BODY, & BUMPERS
Absolutely no welding, bolting, pinning, screwing, etc. of the frame or body seams. Frames will be scoped. Frame may have chain or wire from frame rail to frame rail behind rearend. No larger than 1/2" chain.
NO frame or body repairs due to rust or damage, unless approved prior to event. NO EXCEPTIONS!!!!
NO stuffing or filling of frame. Do not undercoat. Paint, cover, or put any substance on or in the frame.
Firewall, floor pan (for shifter), and wheel wells or fenders can be trimmed within reason.
Fenders or wheel wells & hood cut outs may be bolted in six places each. 1/2"bolt max
Tucking of trunk is allowed,50% of trunk must remain in stock location.. You must allow access for inspection. NO "Sedagons".
Doors must be chained, wired or welded shut. Chains/wires may go around the frame. Doors may not be bolted shut in any way.
Hoods and trunk lids may be wired or bolted shut. You will be allowed up to (8) places on hood and(8)on trunk. All bolts must be sheet metal to sheet metal except front (2) core support bolts, which may be changed up to 3/4" allthread. All other bolts may be no larger than 1/2".Washers not to exceed 3x3 square.
Original body mount bolts may not be replaced. (4) additional bolts will be allowed to be added anywhere driver chooses, but may not interfere with existing body bolts. Bolt size no larger than 1/2"with 3x3 washer. Body mount biscuits must remain in place with NO modifications.
Leaf springs can be clamped, 3 clamps per side. Leaf springs must be factory stock for your make and model of vehicle. Shackles or spring mounts may not be modified. Coil springs may be secured with chain/wire or a tack weld only. Suspension, spring & shocks must remain stock, unless noted. Max bumper height of 28" to bottom of bumper. No suspension or spring conversions allowed (coil to leaf, link to coil, etc.).
Rear control arms may be reinforced and modified.
Front control arms (A-arms) & ball joints cannot be interchanged from manufacturer to manufacturer. No reinforcing allowed.
Bumpers & brackets may be interchanged from make/model/year. Automotive bumpers & brackets only. No homemade bumpers or brackets allowed. Bumper brackets must be in factory location and may not be relocated to reinforce the frame.
Bumpers, shocks, & brackets may be welded, bolted, & wired. Two pieces of 4"x12"x1/4" metal may be welded or bolted to help hold the bumper on. Bumpers may be trimmed but no sharp edges. We do not want bumpers to fall off, please put them on securely.
Dash bar and seat bars are allowed for driver's safety. Bars may be connected to each other with door bars and cannot be connected to the floor. Bars may not extend past the firewall and may not extend rearward beyond the front most part of the rear wheel well tubs. Bars may not tie into rear frame humps, drive train, frame, or body mount bolt plates. Rollover bars are permitted, but may not connect to frame.
Windshield net/guard is mandatory. Hardtop (no post) cars must have straps or chains/wires from door to roof in door post and/or passenger area.
ENGINE & DRIVETRAIN
OEM engine and transmission only.
Distributor protectors are allowed. Engine components may be modified (fan blades, header pipes, etc.). Transmission cooler allowed, must be secure and safe. Transmission may be chained/wired in place.
Motor mounts may be modified to better hold engine in place but may not strengthen car. Engine may be welded or chained down with bracing or chains that can only be mounted to the engine in front of the motor mounts and can extend no further than 12" from the engine.
MISCELLANEOUS
Radiator must be in stock position. No auxiliary systems allowed. Radiator guards allowed, provided they are no thicker than ¼" and are connected only to the radiator and the sheet metal. They may not connect to the frame or bumper.
Any type of tire or wheel may be used. Split rims must be welded solid. Wheel weights must be removed. Valve stem protectors are allowed.
All vehicles must have legible number on a roof mounted sign. Choose your number, first come – first served
TRUCKS
Refer to General Rules for non-building rules.
No 4x4 or all-wheel drive vehicles allowed.
Pre-derbied trucks are allowed, provided they meet all rules.
VEHICLE PREPARATION
Remove all glass, chrome, plastic, moldings, headliner, dash & flammable material, A/C coolant, antifreeze, trailer hitches, and interior decking.
Stock gas tank must be removed. A small metal tank must be mounted in the rear seat area. The tank must be very secure, safe, and covered. Plastic tanks are not allowed for safety reasons.
Electric fuel pump allowed but switch must be clearly marked on-off.
No more than 1 battery allowed, which must be relocated to front passenger floor, secured and covered.
Hood must have 12"x12" minimum hole to easily extinguish fires. Extra hole(s) in hood not required if you have at least 12"x12" header holes.
FRAME, BODY, & BUMPERS
Frame seam welding is allowed, NO FILLER METAL ALLOWED!!!!!!! Do not box in frames,do not add anything that doesn't belong on the frame. Frame repair due to damage or rust is allowed – repair cannot exceed 1" past rust or damage. Frame repair metal cannot be thicker than ¼". Repairs can only be made on 2 of the 4 sides of the frame. Paint all repairs a bright color for identification. Bolting or pinning of frames is not allowed. Frames will be scoped!
No stuffing or filling of frame. Do not undercoat, paint, or put any substance in or on frame.
Body seam welding, bolting, or screwing is allowed. Body repair due to damage or rust is allowed – repair cannot exceed 3" past rust or damage. Body repair metal cannot be thicker than 1/8".
Firewall, floor pan (for shifter), wheel wells, and fenders can be trimmed.
Fenders or wheel wells may be bolted or welded. (6) bolts max 1/2"max size
Tucking of trunk or roof is allowed.Box sides must remain at least 50% in stock location.Box sides CAN NOT make a ramp effect. You must allow access for inspection.
Doors and tailgate can be welded shut with ¼" thick x 6" max plates or straps. A 12"x12" access hole in the trunk lid or floor is required for inspection. Plates/straps cannot go to the frame. Tops of doors can be folded over and welded. If doors are not welded shut, they must be chained/wired. Two chains/wires per window opening allowed.
Tailgate & hood can be secured by a max of 6 bolts each. Max of 1" diameter. Bolts can be welded or bolted to the frame. You may substitute an equivalent sized piece of steel (i.e. pipe or tube steel) and weld a bolt on the end, instead of using a long piece of threaded rod. No flat washers or plates bigger than 6"x6"x1/4". Six chains/wires can be used if bolts are not – you cannot use both bolts & chains/wire.
Body mounts may be removed. Original bolts can be replaced with up to 1" max diameter. Six additional body mount bolts may be added; they must all be vertical and no longer than 10" with max diameter of 1". Any bolts holding gas tank, battery box, etc. to the frame are considered body mount bolts. No flat washers or flat plates
