The US Hydrofoil Association is holding a spring “3 trick” video competition, with entries submitted on video. This allows all members an opportunity to compete against other riders of similar skill levels, but does not require the expenses and hassle of travel. We also will set up a “free ride” video competition in fall.
Dates:
Both the form below AND the Paypal payment (or check) must be submitted by July 14, 2017, midnight EDT
Rides must take place between February 1, 2017 and July 31, 2017
The video must be submitted by July 16, 2017, midnight EDT
Videos up to 1GB in size should be submitted via internet download or email (see below) with the rider clearly identified. avi, .mpeg (2 or 4) are preferred. Videos cannot be accepted via YouTube due to requirement of frame counting.
Prizes:
Each division containing 4 or more riders will receive $70 for 1st place and $30 for 2nd place.
Cost:
$25 per rider submitted via email or internet download, no other media will be accepted. Entry fees will go toward prize money.
Scoring and Division:
The USHA 2017 Spring 3 Trick Video Competition is considered a single round “3 Trick” event. The Event will be split into divisions (Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, Open, Outlaw, Pro). Some riders may know their division. The basic splitting will depend on trick levels and air (frames), as well as the number of participants. If you are unsure you will fit into a division, here is the division split:
- Novice: No inverts
- Intermediate: Up to 3 inverts
- Advanced: Inverts, combos, 360s
- Open: Inverts, combos, 360s, Fronts, up to one mobe
- Outlaw: Limit 2 mobes
- Pro: No limits
All levels will be judged on their first 3 tricks only, based on the Simplified Scoring (ranking) system used at Nationals and European hydrofoil competitions since 2012.
Eligibility of riders residing within and outside U.S.A.:
You must be an active member of USHA as of July 16, 2017. You can join as a “GRASSROOT ACTIVE” $35. See https://www.usawaterski.org/members/join/ to join. Please select hydrofoil as the choice of sports discipline. With your membership you also supporting hydrofoil as an official sports discipline.
With your Grassroot membership you can sign up for other events too, like USHA Nationals 2017, “free ride” video competition in fall, Fly-In’s and Chain of Records.
Additional / Cut Video Footage:
Video must be completely uncut and unaltered from first trick. No alternate or extra footage, please, as it slows down our ability to expedite judging. Please do not include additional video footage. Additional footage that you want seen can be posted on youtube or foilforum as you please.
Video Submissions:
All videos can be submitted by email to h.hoerth@gmx.net or via internet using http://www.crocko.com/ (up to 1GB file size). See screenshot below. Once file has successfully been uploaded, please email h.hoerth@gmx.net the drop location, file name, and password (if required for retrieval), please use subject: 2017 USHA Video Competition – your name. The video must remain available for download until Heinrich acknowledges that he has downloaded it. All video submissions must be in NTSC format or computer format (.avi, .mpeg, .mp4, .mov – with 30fps or 60fps).DVD or Digital Tape will be not accepted. You need to have a video-file and be able to upload it via internet.
Video:
Riders must submit a video of up to 45 second 3 trick ride (maximum). The video must clearly show the rider who is competing, and must clearly show foil entry and exit points (to judge air). So, video quality counts. The 45 seconds starts with the rider’s first trick, so it is okay to video from startup, etc. The video must be continuous -- no edits or starts/stops of the camera. If the rider falls, that counts toward the 45 seconds -- hey, you get unlimited attempts at putting together the run, so keep trying until you get it right. The video quality will count. The video should be zoomed proper so the rider will be in the mid 1/3 of the picture. Example: a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SBJ-OLZGyg">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8SBJ-OLZGyg or http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_o6tddbD28
Turnarounds:
Because we only do a 45 second 3 trick competition there is no extra time for turns.
One Entry:
Each rider can submit only one entry. Please submit the video with the beginning at the start of the run. Do not submit additional trick video beyond the run itself.
Boats/equipment:
Please use what you normally ride behind – a standard wakeboard or ski inboard is preferred, or the typical inboard/outboard you use. No cabin cruisers please. A Tower extension (High Fly) or a AirSling is acceptable. Ballast must be within legal limits and the limits the boat is designed for. No kicker wakes. Rope length is limited to 100 feet. Standard safe practices must be followed. Speed is limited to 30 mph. If you plan on riding at 30 mph, please make sure your gauges are calibrated with a GPS.
Kicker wakes:
No kicker wakes please. We do not use them in our other competitions.
Cheating:
If it doesn’t show up on the video, the judges probably won’t know unless someone tells them. But like golf, we expect people to be honest and abide by the rules. What is the glory of winning dishonestly?
Consent:
By entering any competition, you give USHA the rights to use any photos or video as we please.
Insurance:
Any injuries are your responsibility. USHA is not insuring this competition.
Payment / Entry Fee: $25
Questions?
Video Competition / Rules -- Heinrich Horth
To enter the competition, fill out the form below (and make the PayPal payment above):