As a newcomer understanding the class definitions can be daunting, especially when trying to enter your own event - below we have listed the most common ones for you with translations!
Suffix Meaning:
No suffix = Open Class
NB = Registered Nordic Breed
F = Freight
E.g. DR6, DR6NB, DR6F
DR8 - dryland rig 8 dogs (min 5) (The class Maximum of dogs running is the class title e.g. DR3 = Max 3 Min 2)
DR6 - dryland rig 6 dogs (min 4)
DR4 - dryland rig 4 dogs (min 3)
DR3 - dryland rig 3 dogs (min 2)
DR2 - dryland rig 2 dogs (min 2) (1 dog freight only)
DRJ2 - dryland rig 2 dogs (Juniors aged 10 – 15)
J2 Class is a timed competition with Competition Rules as per adult classes (no assistance).
J2 entrants must have competed in at least one previous event.
DRJ1 - dryland rig 1 dog (Juniors aged 8 – 15 untimed)
J1 Class is untimed with sensible adult assistance permitted throughout, observing Competition Rules, and from a timed interval start.
DRCJ1 - Junior canicross - short course
DS1 - Scooter 1 dog
DS2 - Scooter 2 dogs - (min 1)
DBM - Mens Bikejor 1 dog
DBW - Women's Bikejor 1 dog
DB2 - 2 dog Bikejor Men and Women
DCM - Canicross men
DCW - Canicross women
R Class - 2-4 dogs, 1 dog freight permitted (recreational and untimed) (enter on the day)
No suffix = Open Class
NB = Registered Nordic Breed
F = Freight
E.g. DR6, DR6NB, DR6F
DR8 - dryland rig 8 dogs (min 5) (The class Maximum of dogs running is the class title e.g. DR3 = Max 3 Min 2)
DR6 - dryland rig 6 dogs (min 4)
DR4 - dryland rig 4 dogs (min 3)
DR3 - dryland rig 3 dogs (min 2)
DR2 - dryland rig 2 dogs (min 2) (1 dog freight only)
DRJ2 - dryland rig 2 dogs (Juniors aged 10 – 15)
J2 Class is a timed competition with Competition Rules as per adult classes (no assistance).
J2 entrants must have competed in at least one previous event.
DRJ1 - dryland rig 1 dog (Juniors aged 8 – 15 untimed)
J1 Class is untimed with sensible adult assistance permitted throughout, observing Competition Rules, and from a timed interval start.
DRCJ1 - Junior canicross - short course
DS1 - Scooter 1 dog
DS2 - Scooter 2 dogs - (min 1)
DBM - Mens Bikejor 1 dog
DBW - Women's Bikejor 1 dog
DB2 - 2 dog Bikejor Men and Women
DCM - Canicross men
DCW - Canicross women
R Class - 2-4 dogs, 1 dog freight permitted (recreational and untimed) (enter on the day)