Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington

General admission/Per Racer

Come on out on Canada Day morning and join in on the fun!  Registration is just $15/racer.<span fr-original-style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:center;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;float:none;display:inline !important;box-sizing:inherit;" style="color:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family:Roboto;font-size:14px;font-style:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:center;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-color:initial;float:none;display:inline !important;box-sizing:inherit">Check in at 7:30 a.m.; safety inspections at 8:00 a.m. – First race commences at 8:30 a.m.

Hello <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip " fr-original-style="" style="background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; color: rgb(42, 42, 196); padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; margin: 0px; overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; box-sizing: inherit;">First name , Thank you for registering for the Canada Day Soap Box Derby! &nbsp;Have fun working on your car and please watch your mailbox for more details about the event, coming in mid-late June. Please read the rules below; If you have questions or require further assistance, please contact us! BBBSCW Staff Centrewellington@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca ELORA SOAP BOX DERBY - RULES Tuesday July 1st, 2025&nbsp;Check in at 7:30 a.m.; safety inspections at 8:00 a.m. &nbsp;First race commences at 8:30 a.m.&nbsp;<p fr-original-style="line-height:1.38;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);margin-top:0pt;margin-bottom:0pt;width:100%;box-sizing:inherit;" style="line-height: 1.38; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); margin: 0pt 0px; width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> Geddes St. (between David and Henderson Street) will be closed to normal traffic.&nbsp;Pit area and finish line by TD Branch in Elora.&nbsp;CLASSES: &nbsp; &nbsp;All &ldquo;official&rdquo; soap box wheels must enter 10&rdquo; and over.&nbsp;# 1 Jr. Ages 6 &ndash; 9 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Wheels under 10&rdquo; in diameter&nbsp;# 2 Sr. Ages 10 &ndash; 16 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Wheels under 10&rdquo; in diameter&nbsp;# 3 Jr. Ages 6 &ndash; 9 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Wheels over 10&rdquo; in diameter&nbsp;# 4 Sr. Ages 10 &ndash; 16 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;Wheels over 10&rdquo; in diameter&nbsp;Rules &amp; Regulations&nbsp;<ol fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;" style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;">This is gravity racing. No other form of motive power is allowed.&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;" style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;">Cars must run on four wheels, two front and two rear.&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;" style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;">Added weight must be secured safely.&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;" style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;">Legs and feet must be enclosed. &nbsp;Body covering must be made of rigid impact resistant material. (ie. wood, fiberglass or metal).&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;" style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;">Feet must be foremost when the driver is racing.&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;" style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;">A properly fitted (CSA) helmet is required and must be fastened while racing.&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;" style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;">Brakes are required and must be capable of short, safe stops with no damage to the road surface. &nbsp;No drag chutes or similar braking devices are allowed.&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;" style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;">Steering must be by wheel or bar. Rope or foot controlled steering systems are not allowed. &nbsp;Steering must not be loose.&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;" style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;">All cars must pass a safety inspection on the morning of the race. Cars judged not to be safe will not be allowed to participate in the races.&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;" style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;">All drivers must produce a signed parental consent and waiver form,&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;" style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;">Only one entry per car in each class will be allowed. If necessary, drivers may alternate or move up to the next class. (ie. Class 1 to 2, 2 to 4 or 3 to 4)&nbsp;</li><li fr-original-style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;" style="list-style-type:decimal;font-size:10pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);background-color:transparent;font-weight:400;font-style:normal;font-variant:normal;text-decoration:none;vertical-align:baseline;white-space:pre;margin-left:18pt;box-sizing:inherit;">Due to ramp limitations, cars should: &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;A) Have a nose or a bumper&nbsp;</li></ol>B) Wheel width no wider than 44&rdquo;&nbsp;C) Overall length cannot exceed 90&rdquo;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; No weight restrictions but must be light enough for handlers to load on to the trailer, ramp, etc.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 14. &nbsp;Minimum wheel diameter 5&rdquo;. Any less and you will not get down the hill! &nbsp;&nbsp;Please make sure your child is familiar with and can safely operate and STOP their car.&nbsp;

Come on out on Canada Day morning and join in on the fun!  Registration is just $15/racer.Check in at 7:30 a.m.; safety inspections at 8:00 a.m. – First race commences at 8:30 a.m.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Centre Wellington

2025 - Canada Day - Soapbox

Geddes St. (between David and Henderson Street)

General admission/Per Racer

$15

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