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Sunday, January 1, 2012
In most cases, black and yellow quartered racing flags indicate that the driver should slow down and overtaking is prohibited.

The flag of St. David is also a very popular black and yellow flag. On March 1 every year, St. David's Day is celebrated in Wales, United Kingdom. St. David is the patron saint of Wales. He lived as a Celtic monk during the 6th century and is known to have spread Christianity throughout Wales, thereby earning recognition. During the commemoration, his flag is displayed featuring a yellow or gold cross and a black background.

Before, the St. David's flag used to serve as an alternative to the official flag of Wales. However, it is being displayed less often. Usually, the flag is only displayed every March 1. People no longer get to see it substituting the Wales flag at present. It is more common to see the standard Wales flags in most events.

The University of Wales also used the very same colors on St. David's flag as its school colors in 1888. The colors also stood for the 38th Welsh Division during World War II.

Today, the Cardiff City Football Club also features the racing flag on its official logo. The logo features a yellow cross on a shield, a bluebird in the middle and a black background.

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by: The Flagman

In many events and places throughout time, black and yellow blank flags can often be seen. These are usually present in many sporting occasions and in various activities. However, the combination of black and yellow can mean something very important and are usually displayed in serious affairs.

Yellow and black are used in different situations to signify caution. There are several associations made with the combination of black and yellow. Depending on the person, vessel or structure presenting the flag, caution can apply to different situations. Among ships, the use of black and yellow flags can mean that the vessel is under quarantine so individuals have to be careful about health threats and contamination. A boat displaying this type of flag shows that it wishes to be distinguished from others so that either its passengers or other boats can stay safe and secure against a possible disease or outbreak.

Flags are also always present in motor sports and races. These are very important since drivers and their relative teams rely on the flags to know about the different aspects of the race. The flags can show the conditions of the track as well as provide details to drivers for safety. Although racing flags can be used differently depending on the location, the race and the organizations, most of these usually have the same symbol and can be used by drivers to maximize safety.

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by: The Flagman

Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Enthusiasts and fans gather every year to racing competitions to witness cars move at maximum speed over sophisticated tracks. The events feature some of the world's best drivers behind highly stylish and powerful vehicles. Racing generally follows one rule - the first car that comes across the finish line wins. You can also find other interesting features of the race like lap periods, pit stops and waving racing flags.

Flags found on the track are signals to let drivers know about the race and track circumstances. The black and white checkered flag is the most famous, indicating the end of competition. All race cars aim to be the first in moving past the checkered flag. The green flag indicates the beginning of the race. It also signals drivers that the pit is open. The yellow flag is much similar to its stoplight version, indicating caution or must slow down. Drivers have to slow down when they see the yellow flag and watch out for 1 or 2 waved flags to determine the stage of caution indicated. A red flag is used if the competition has been ceasedor if racing circumstances cannot continue or prove to be hazardous.

Racing flags function for drivers too. A black flag featuring an orange circle indicates that the vehicle has to go back to the pit. A flag with a diagonal section in the middle featuring black and white, called a per-bend flag, indicates that the driver is penalized for unruly behavior. A black flag featuring a white cross, called a saltire flag, indicates that the driver is not being scored. A blue flag featuring a diagonal orange, yellow or red flag indicates that a faster vehicle is coming. In races, it shows that the driver is going to be lapped.

Most car races feature these basic racing flags, so drivers should be properly informed about the indication of each. Big races like the Nascar, FIA and IndyCar will use the flags uniquely, depending on their rules and guidelines.

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by: The Flagman

Monday, November 14, 2011
Have you ever thought of why racing flags always stand out in the middle of mixture of colors in the racing track? There are a lot of individuals waving on their various banners, doing cheers for their favorite colorful cars, and there are also various companies getting pressured on the advertisement space which is limited. And of course, let’s take a look on the media. But what makes the racing flags stand out and be unique? Let’s take about its history.

And with this black and white checkered race flag that has been into the racing for a long fraction of time but we definitely didn’t pay too much attention on it. And if you are into the Formula One, the display of this flag will definitely indulge yourself to think about Schumaker and Nigel, these are the few great racers into the racing world. For fanatics, this would make a great set of collection for you. Purchasing the race flag for your own use and placing it on the frame makes it as a statement of one of your deepest desires.

A racing flag is indeed different from the other flags. Just take a look on the countdown during the first lap and then hit in the buzzer, and you observe on the race cars getting sweep of and the rear end go against the dust. Amidst all the actions, the flag is still on its place, waving for complete elation. Both nostalgic and euphoric in view. Maybe, the image is somehow periodic during the event but we don’t usually take a glance at the symbol of send off.

Its design is definitely attractive and there is a reason behind it. Ultimately, the racing flag is waved at the start of the favorite portion of this interesting event, making way for the real race.

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by: The Flagman