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2026 RULES

  1. We offer a four-race series.
    • 150 MILE
    • 200 MILE
    • 250 MILE
    • 337 MILE
  2. Accepting birds from January 20th to April 30th.
  3. Accepting replacement birds until May 20th.
  4. All birds must be banded with a 2026 seamless band recognized by a national organization.
  5. Accepting 350 birds.
  6. Perch Fee:
    • $100 per bird
    • 5 birds for $400
    • 7 birds for $500
    • 10 birds for $800
    • 14 birds for $1,000
  7. Entry Fee is $250 per bird, due after the 100 Mile Activation Race.
  8. 10% will be held for race expenses
  9. Entry fee will be refunded if the bird is hurt or lost before the 150 Mile Race.
  10. Prizes will be awarded by clocking order except for the final race.
  11. The final 337 Mile Race will be paid by the First Drop and then by clocking order.
  12. Birds clocked after one (1) minute are not considered part of the First Drop.
  13. Any bird not paid for will become the property of Vegas Classic.
  14. The final race will remain open for 48 hours.
  15. Birds will be returned upon request.
  16. Returning bird arrangements must be made within 10 days after the 325 Mile Race.
  17. Breeder pays Post Office return shipping fees.
  18. Non-returned birds become the property of Vegas Classic.
  19. Race participants must be 21 years or older to enter the race and are responsible for all applicable taxes.
  20. A completed IRS Form W9 will be required for any winnings of $600 or more.
  21. All prizes will be distributed at the end of the racing series.
  22. Race dates are subject to change due to weather conditions and the condition of the birds.
  23. Final prizes will be adjusted according to the final activated birds.
  24. The loft manager reserves the right to make all final decisions.
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