Street Luge Rules
Equipment
- Luge can be no larger than 9 feet by 2 feet.
- The board has a max weight of 50 lbs.
- Trucks must be lean steer activated. The board must have at least two trucks.
- Wheels cannot exceed 5 inches in diameter
- No mechanical brakes are allowed
- The front and rear ends must be padded to absorb energy in a low end collision.
- There can be no exposed sharp edges or bolts.
- No part of the luge may cover the rider, except for toe loops.
Safety Gear
- Hard shell, full face helmet
- Face shield, goggles, or other form of eye protection
- Gloves are required
- Shoes with sufficient sole to allow for braking.
- Leathers, or kevlar suit that covers most of the body must be worn
- Speedsuit can be worn over the leathers, but not recommended
Racing
- All parts of the body and equipment must be behind the start line
- Racers must sit on the board facing forward.
- The furthest most portion of the body or equipment that crosses the finish line first is declared the winner
- Racing must be done in a supine position, with the feet forward.