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Fayetteville Freedom 250 Soap Box Derby<\/strong><\/em><\/h3>\n

Start your engines (gravity powered, of course)! We\u2019re thrilled to bring back the Fayetteville Soapbox Derby as part of this year\u2019s celebration of 250 years of America. The Fayetteville Freedom 250 Soapbox Derby invites racers of all ages to build their own gravity-powered cars and race down the hill in this classic, family-friendly competition.<\/p>\n

Participants will construct their own racers, though a limited number of loaner cars may be available to rent for $10.<\/p>\n

Fayetteville-freedom-250-rules pdf<\/a><\/p>\n

Freedom_250_Sponsorship_Flyer_<\/a><\/p>\n

Freedom 250 Online Sponsorship Form\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Who Can Race:<\/strong>
\u2022 Ages 8\u201399<\/strong> may race as drivers, as long as they are able to steer and follow all race rules.
\u2022 Drivers under 16<\/strong> must have a Crew Chief who is an active member of their pit crew.
\u2022 Children ages 3\u20137<\/strong> may ride as passengers only in a double-seater car and must ride with a parent, guardian, or older sibling driver.<\/p>\n

Safety Requirements:<\/strong>
\u2022 All car occupants must have their own seat belts and safety equipment and follow all soap box derby rules and requirements.\u00a0
\u2022 Waivers are required for all participants.
\u2022 Drivers under 18 must have a parent or guardian sign their waiver before racing.
\u2022 All race rules apply to drivers and pit crew in both competitive and open classes.<\/p>\n

Race Registration<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

Prizes:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Youth<\/p>\n

1st- $250<\/p>\n

2nd- $100<\/p>\n

3rd- $75<\/p>\n

Paint & Polish Award- $250<\/p>\n

Thank you to our generous sponsors!<\/p>\n

Town of Fayetteville<\/p>\n

Grand Champion Sponsor-Hill Hall 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