Common flags may include:

• Green: Race/start/clear track
• Yellow: Caution; slow down and use care
• Red: Stop/race stopped
• White: Last lap in some disciplines
• Checkered: Finish
• Blue: Passing/being overtaken, depending on sanctioning rules
• Black: Rider must report/exit the race as directed

Specific meanings can vary by sanctioning organization.

Golden Rule:

The official’s decision controls the race.

Parents may disagree with a decision.

They may not behave disrespectfully because of it.