In 2016, over 40 racers from four local counties came to Ambridge to compete in the National Qualifying Soap Box Derby Race. Photo Credit Felicia Mycyk/ Ambridge Connection
It's soapbox time again.
Western Pennsylvania Soap Box Derby will host National Qualifying Soap Box Derby Race in Ambridge on 14th street
Western Pennsylvania Soap Box Derby will host National Qualifying Soap Box Derby Race in Ambridge on 14th street
Soap box derby racers range in age from 7 to 17 and compete in two classes. Racers are from four counties--Beaver, Butler, Lawrence and Mercer. Board member, Tim Cassidy shared that they are looking for racers. "I have about 10 cars that belong to the organization that are available if anyone is interested."
Cassidy said the day runs long, about 12 hours on race day and a few hours on weigh in day. The parent will also be asked to help with set up or tear down, this only takes about an hour and a half.
Interested in becoming a Racer?
The registration fee is $50.00
The race is on June 3
Weigh in is on May 24 and May 25
For more information call 724-266-1243
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Cassidy said the day runs long, about 12 hours on race day and a few hours on weigh in day. The parent will also be asked to help with set up or tear down, this only takes about an hour and a half.
Interested in becoming a Racer?
The registration fee is $50.00
The race is on June 3
Weigh in is on May 24 and May 25
For more information call 724-266-1243
Sign up for our weekly newsletter. Like Ambridge Connection on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.
Click on the image of Eddie Johnston from Baden the 2016 stock race winner for a related story.
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