how to make a good comp course? 2.2

[bolibruch1]

what distance should each gate be?

how far apart should they be?

is there a good link to where I can find all the answers to these questions and many more I have?

[constantmotion]

Check out the USRCCA rules
http://www.usrcca.com/rules2008.pdf

Recommended Course Design
4.1 - Gates with Tennis Ball halves
4.2 - Minimum of 20 inches apart for Super Class, a minimum of 16" apart for 2.2 Class and a minimum of 12"
apart for 1.9 Class. All measurements are from inside to inside of each gate marker.
4.3 - (3-10) Gates per course
4.4 - (1-3) Courses per event
4.5 - Gates that are in close proximity to each other should be distinguished by color or markings.
4.6 - Optional:

• 4.6.1 - Bonus Gates: (up to –10 points per course) award negative points against the total score if the driver is successful in clearing these gates. Bonus Gates have special rules. No Reverse or Rollover penalties will be assessed while attempting a bonus gate. If a driver needs to Reposition or hits a Gate Marker a Bonus Gate will not be awarded. Although grouped with a course, bonus gates are not part of an actual course, but may be attempted after completing the course where the bonus gate is located (within the time limit of that course - if applicable).

• 4.6.2 - Alternate Gates: (up to -10 points per course) are a secondary set of gates that is part of the course. These gates will be very difficult. Normal Scoring rules apply with the exception of (1) Free Reverse/Back Up, this is used in order to abort your attempt and continue on the regular course.

[jedsled]

theres a very good thread in the competitions-section, read that one, it'll tell you everything you need to know.