Soapbox Derby
It’s Fast and Furious!
It’s the Kirby Derby…Derby!
If you’ve got at least 3 wheels, a seat, a steering mechanism, no engine, working brakes, and wear a helmet, you have all it takes to enter the official Kirby Derby.
The Derby is an adult event, as Dead Man’s Curve and the Racers themselves
can be very unpredictable.
***register your derby entry at the talent registration table
on Kirby St upon your arrival, and see the rules below ***
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Rules and Considerations:
1. ADULTS 18+ years old ONLY
2. ENTER AT YOUR OWN RISK (and make sure your health insurance is up to date 
3. Helmets must be worn
4. The vehicle must have working brakes
5. The vehicle must have at least 3 wheels
6. No engine- this is a gravity vehicle
7. A push-off is allowed but no other power enabler (like pedals)
8. The vehicle must have a steering mechanism
9. Maximum 2 riders – both must be seated
If at all possible, you should schedule a practice run around
Dead Man’s Curve. Make sure to have someone with you and
someone at the bottom and top of the hill stopping cars while
you make your run.
Remember, winning is in the eye of the beholder
(race judge), who might be intoxicated at the time
