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Apr
07

Soap Box Derby Coming Soon!

It’s almost Soap Box Derby time.  Races will be held May 12th at      1:00 pm from the CCHS North parking lot  It is fast approaching, so  get those cars built!

The race will begin on Camel Drive in front of Smith’s, a 25 foot push start, down the hill toward the high school, a turn to the left in front of the Camel, down the parking lot, and finish in front of the Guidance office doors.  There will be four runs down the course, one being a practice run.  Runs will be timed. Awards ceremony will be in front of the Camel immediately after the race

Guidelines & Rules:

1.     Maximum width of vehicle. 3 feet 6 inches

2.     Maximum length of vehicle. 7 feet

3.     Maximum weight of vehicle. 400 pounds with driver. Bring proof of weight to derby

4.     No engines, motors, or any other propulsion devices may be used

5.     Brakes must include two wheels on the same axle and must be functional and capable of stopping the vehicle

6.     Steering must be controlled and sturdy

7.     Vehicle must be capable of making a 90 degree turn

8.     Minimum of three wheels per vehicle, two wheels in front

9.     Driver must be sitting upright with feet first in vehicle NOT lying down.

10.  Approved motorcycle helmets,  leather gloves, and long sleeves are mandatory

11.  Center of gravity must be in line with or below axles

12.  All vehicles must be equipped with a minimum three point roll bar

13.  All vehicles must have a frame and body

14.  All vehicles must have seat belts for all occupants

15.  Driver’s compartment should restrain the driver in case of rollover

16.  Liability waivers must be signed by all participants before race day

17.  Parental consent must be given for participants under 18

18.  All vehicles will be inspected prior to the contest to ensure brakes, steering, seat belts and overall safety are in place and functional.

Inspection will be completed in front of the Construction Lab prior to race

Any questions please contact Earl Smith

682-7247 ext 1763

esmith@ccsd.k12.wy.us

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