Pickens Soap Box Derby Race

Soapbox Derby Race benefits "Shop with a Hero" OFFICIAL RACE RULES General Requirements • Every participant must complete a registration form and sign a liability waiver before racing. • Participants under 18 years of age must have a parent or legal guardian complete and sign all required forms. • All derby cars must pass a safety inspection prior to competition. • Drivers must attend the mandatory driver’s meeting. • Helmets must be worn at all times while on the race course. Car Specifications • Maximum Width: 42 inches • Maximum Length: 88 inches • Maximum Height: 48 inches • Gravity-powered vehicles only. • No electric motors or gasoline engines. • Four wheels required. • Maximum wheel diameter: 26 inches. • No skateboard or caster wheels. • Vehicle design is open, provided all safety requirements are met. • Sharp edges must be rounded, folded, or covered. • Cars must display their assigned race number on the front and both sides. Vehicle Safety Requirements All vehicles must pass inspection before racing. Each vehicle must: • Have a functional steering system. • Have a functional braking system capable of safely stopping the vehicle. • Allow the driver to safely exit in an emergency. • Have secure tow points on the front and rear if required by race officials. • Be structurally sound. Driver Safety Requirements • Drivers must remain seated facing forward. • Hands and feet must remain inside the vehicle. • Face-first driving positions are prohibited. • Driver’s helmet must be positioned at least 24 inches behind the front of the vehicle. • DOT, Snell, or CPSC-approved helmets are recommended. • Chin straps must be secured. • Drivers must remain in their vehicle after crossing the finish line until directed by race officials. • Closed-toe shoes are required. • Long pants and long sleeves are recommended. Conduct & Sportsmanship Participants, parents, and spectators are expected to display good sportsmanship. The following may result in disqualification: • Unsportsmanlike conduct • Intentional contact with another vehicle • Verbal abuse • Physical altercations • Failure to follow race official instructions Race officials’ decisions are final