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Submitted by jkorynta on Fri, 10/16/2020 - 15:55
  • Speed races are held in the following classes with awards presented to the first three participants that cross the finish line:
    • Class 1: Age 10 and under
    • Class 2: Ages 11-17
    • Class 3: Ages 18 and older
  • Participants may also choose to enter their sled in the contest for Best Design, which is judged by an assembled panel prior to any speed races. Entries should be on-site and registered by 10:45 am.
  • The Class 1 race begins at 11:00 am with each subsequent race taking place at the completion of the prior class. All racers are encouraged to be present for all races to ensure you do not miss your slot.
  • Awards are presented at the completion of all races.
  • Registration for the Cardboard Sled Race is held on-site the day of the event beginning at 10:30 am.
  • Teams should create their sled prior to the event and bring it with them. There are not available materials on-site.
  • Sleds must be free of sharp edges, pointy objects or any other object deemed to be dangerous.
  • Only corrugated cardboard, tape and glue may be used to construct your sled. The following materials are not allowed:
    • Corrugated plastics or other corrugated materials; non-corrugated cardboard (such as carpet tubes); cardboard that is bonded to other materials; epoxy reinforced cardboard; or any other cardboard that raises concern.
    • Tar-based substances; epoxy glue; fiberglass resin; two-part varnishes or any other two-part substances; or glues that harden into solids that may be deemed dangerous or may potentially leave hazardous debris on the hill.
    • Screws or any sort of material; mechanical fasteners; nails; staples; or any other means of holding your sled together that may be deemed dangerous or may potentially leave hazardous debris on the hill.
    • If there are any doubts, don’t use it.
  • Only seems and joints may be taped, not the whole sled. Your sled may not be wrapped in plastic, tape, shrink wrap, or anything other materials.
  • You must be able to stop your sled. You may be asked to explain or demonstrate this at the time of your inspection.