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SOAPBOX DERBY CAR RACE
JULY 19, 2008, Issaquah
This is a soapbox derby type race for physically or mentally challenged
children. This event allows the participants to experience the fun of a
soapbox derby type car race. The racecars are 7 feet long, 29 inches wide and 17
inches high. Two children ride in each car. The driver is a
regular child 10 to 13 years old. The co-driver is a special child. Two cars
propelled by gravity, race down the street to the finish line. Each
car has brakes so that the driver can safely stop.
The physical requirements for the special racers are:
Height - 5 foot 2 inches or shorter
Weight - not more than 110 pounds
Age - 5 years or older
Even children, who have to use wheelchairs, if they can be lifted from their
wheelchair and safely ride in the cars, can participate in the
race. This year the Issaquah Rotary race will be on July 19th.
For more details and to register, call Leo Finnegan at (425) 392-5682 or
E-mail to finneganleo@aol.com.
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