Family Crashes on way home from All American Soap Box Derby
Family Crashes on way home from All American Soap Box Derby - Tire blew out on their vehicle at about 60 mph and caused them to roll several times including the trailer full of their racecars. They are heading to the impound yard to salvage clothing and items from the vehicle, will spend the night at a hotel, and tomorrow they will assess the needs to get the contents of the trailer home and figure out a plan. The vehicle is totaled and presumably the trailer too. The condition of the contents of the trailer are unknown. The main thing is that they are all fine and thank all of you... more »
Soap Box Derby - Akron Lane 2 Animation
All American Soap Box Derby, 75 th All American Soap Box Derby Video
Soap Box Derby on CBS Sunday Morning
Breaking News - Video 75th Soap Box Derby on CBS Sunday Morning 422 Kids at the race, Corbin Bernsen, a Movie, the magnet cheater car, and tons of family fun. Soap Box Derby on CBS Sunday Morning
Pink Soap Box Derby Stock Car Wanted
Looking for Pink Soap Box Derby Stock Car.
All American Soap Box Derby - 2012 Winners of the 75th
Results of the 75th All American Soap Box Derby - 2012 [image: Maddie Minch, Logan Maves, Alexander Kachigian, Kallie Myers, Freddy Murchison, Nick Zimmerman, All American Soap Box Derby, Soap Box Derby]Maddie Minch All American Soap Box Derby, Soap Box Derby [image: Maddie Minch, Logan Maves, Alexander Kachigian, Kallie Myers, Freddy Murchison, Nick Zimmerman, All American Soap Box Derby, Soap Box Derby]Logan Maves All American Soap Box Derby, Soap Box Derby [image: Maddie Minch, Logan Maves, Alexander Kachigian, Kallie Myers, Freddy Murchison, Nick Zimmerman, All American Soap Box ... more »
75 th All American Soap Box Derby Live Stream
75 th All American Soap Box Derby Live Stream *All American Soap Box Derby 2012* | GravitySportz.com and this site will collaborate with the team on the Big Hill at Derby Downs in Akron to stream the live webcast of race day 2012 live on Saturday. We will also be providing live updates from teams at the track in Akron. Special thanks to Zero-Error Racing and the gang at Innovative Dynamics Inc, and Joseph Gerardi for assistance with the bandwidth. *Feed is Live When On Air from the Big Hill* Live stream by Ustream Live stream by Ustream Stream videos at Ustream Live From Akron, ... more »
Victory Photo - Kathryn Lindsey Wins Soap Box Derby Local
*Sanford Central Florida Soap Box Derby 2012 Stock Champion* [image: Central Florida Soap Box Derby, All American Soap Box Derby, Kathryn Lindsey]Kathryn Lindsey Wins Soap Box Derby Local - Takes a Nap Our dear friend, Kathryn Lindsey, has won the Sanford, Florida Soap Box Derby. Her father, Terry Lindsey, and her sister, Allison, have been to the World Championship on the big hill at Derby Downs in Akron, Ohio several times. She promptly fell asleep after winning the championship on Saturday. Congrats to the Lindsey family!
The First Soap Box Derby Timer
I will be writning about the timers used at local tracks soon, but here is the history of timers used in Soap Box Derby. Akron Timer Used Now *The Origin of the Timer Swap* In 1976, in the small village of Elk Grove, about 24 miles south of Sacramento, California, Earle Blair started working on a timer system to determine the distance between two Soapbox Derby Racers at the finish line, and eliminate the difference between lanes and wheels. The NDR Nationals, and some local rally's before this, had been using a photo to show the difference between the two racers in the first phase ... more »
All American Soap Box Derby Finish Line Photos
*All American Soap Box Derby* 2011 Finish Line Photos Courtesy of our friends at Zero Error Racing.
All American Soap Box Derby 2011 Results
*All American Soap Box Derby 2011 Results* *Results App By Jeff Boothe - Nice Job - See You Next Year!*
Live Feed From the Big Hill (When on Air)
LIVE FROM THE BIG HILL Video streaming by Ustream
Pictures Hot Off The Track From Akron, Ohio!
Allison Lindsey and Dylan Perry model the ever popular trading item for 2011 showing the popular phrase that expresses the feelings of Rally Racers....sometimes known as Rally Trash to the All American old timers. Central Florida Champs, Ramey Bomm, Gerard Bomm, Matt Wilcox and Joshua Young check in on the Akron stage and toss out souveniers to the awaiting crowd. Although a hot day, the crowd was excited to get racing. Ocala Racer, CJ Holland local stock champ prepares to reattach his car body on Monday as hundreds of champ cars behind him show the size of the field in the topside b... more »
All American Soap Box Derby | Ohio Players are Here
Cambridge, Ohio The Countryboy comes through with good burgers a few miles off I 77. Cambridge, Ohio.
On The Road to Akron
Beckley, West Virginia Lindsey family Update: Overnighted in WV and We'll be rolling into Akron today
Derby Race Cars | Not The Only Things Made of Wood | Powered by Gravity
*Made of Wood | Powered by Gravity* *iPhone Video* *Flash Video* "I can't see anyone but the Japanese having the patience and precision to pull something like this off. Masterful."
On the Road to Akron
Our Friends the Lindsey family are on the way to the 2011 All American Soap Box Derby World Championship in Akron Ohio. Good Luck Champs. RDW
Stolen Soap Box Derby Car
Stolen Vehicles Joe, Beth, and Leah Gunnels of Rickman, Tn arrived in Akron Friday night, July 1 driving a white Ford diesel 4 door extended cab truck pulling a new V nose 12 x 6 single axle trailer with Leah's Masters car inside. The car is painted with blue ocean scenes with the top painted to look like a submarine. Sometime Friday night the truck, trailer, and car were stolen from the parking lot at the Holiday Inn Express on Arlington Road in Akron, Ohio. Leah is a 2011 rally champ from Region 12. If you have any information please call Beth at 931-265-4811 or Ray Austin at 931... more »
Soap Box Derby - Los Angeles 2011
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Sanford Florida Soap Box Derby Local Champs | 2011
Dylan in the Rubber Bowl My good friend Dylan Perry, whom I have mocked many a time for his quiet, serious demeanor, has won the Sanford, Florida local race! Congratulations to him, now all he has to do is loosen up. Matt Wilcox, Masters Gerard Lizama-Bomm Super Stock Dylan Perry Stock Congrats to the Champs. Race Driver William The Perry Family at Awards Banquet Sanford Florida 2011
Tallahassee Derby - NDR Qualifier Race Results
Winning! Allison Lindsey, C.J. Holland, Brandi Byers This past Sunday's NDR Derby Rally in Tallahassee Florida was also the annual "Jacket Race" in which the winners of each division received a special commemorative jacket. The winners are: Allison Lindsey in Superstock, CJ Holland in Stock, Brandi Byers in Masters. Winners will be competing this summer in the NDR finals held in Akron Ohio. *Tallahassee Derby - NDR Qualifier Race Results *
Sanford Herald Coverage of the Derby
The headline read: Lindsey sisters dominate October two-day Rally. But a few other racers had a great weekend. "Andy Harding was also a double winner in the Super Stock Division over the weekend and just missed equaling Kathryn Lindsey for top overall weekend honors as he won both the Double and Single elimination races on Saturday and then finished as the runner-up in the morning Double Elimination race to Brian Morrie and the afternoon Single Elimination race to Joshua Young on Sunday." The article is available in full here: http://mysanfordherald.com/view/full_story/10182828/ar... more »
Flashback | Gerardi Rally Car 1975
Joe Gerardi Stands by 1975 Creation This car placed in the Top 3 in the Keystone Pa Rally circuit in 1975! This car was designed by J Gerardi and Alan Stead, whose sister car (built in PA) and driven by Karen Stead won the 1975 Lower Bucks PA Local and went on to win the 1975 All American Race! There was only one (1) division in 1975!! And girls had just been allowed in the race a few years back. Photo Courtesy of Innovative Dynamics Inc. IDI
Soap Box Derby Race Car Weight | Center of Mass
The Big Hill at Derby Downs, Akron, Ohio *All American Soap Box Derby* expert Paul Gale on friend of the site, ZeroError Racing’s Forum, responded to the proposition that in a *Soap Box Derby* car aka SBD Car that: “300 pounds is 300 pounds.” The response is written in the context of U*ltimate Speed Division* USD cars that weigh more than the other classes of cars in the All American Soap Box Derby. “When a SBD car is sitting on level ground, or rolling down a constant slope (inclined plane), your statement is correct. When a SBD car is rolling down a varying slope (concave slope) li... more »
Paul Gale | Derby Legend | Race Story
Paul Gale Photo Credit Zero Error Racing Legendary Derby Expert, Paul Gale and Derek Fitzgerald met again at the 2010 National Derby Rallies Championship in Akron, Ohio. Through the years, Mr. Gale helped us and several other teams understand the laws of physics as applied to gravity racing. We thought we would again share one of his race stories. About twenty years ago, while living in South Dakota, I received a request for assistance from a family racing AA in Colorado. They were building a Senior Division car (these were build from scratch cars) and asked me for any advice that ... more »
Best in Show | Greatest Finish Line Shot Ever?
Finish Line 2010 All American Soap Box DerbyThe guy hanging over the fence and the kid in the stands is priceless. Photo Credit: The Ferdinand and Gongaware Families.
National Derby Rallies | Breaking News | Video
With one day left tomorrow, we have just received the results from Speed Week for the National Derby on Akron's Big Hill. Dylan Gunn from Florida has made the Finals tomorrow. Check back for details. *Video replays of Friday are here.* *TOP 16 SHOOTOUT:* Stock - Catherine Bartz Super Stock - Brian Carpenter Masters - Kacie Rader *TOP 12 FINALISTS:* *Stock:* Deion Feldpausch Ben Feldpausch Melody Castner Bryanna Plog Catherine Bartz Victoria Nording Franklin Ludwig Madison Shoff Landon Dunshee Dylan Gunn Laura Hubbell Bryce Volpe *Super Stock:* Brooke Wallace Megan Thornton Brit... more »
Trina Perry | Akron Race Update
Proud Papa DaveGood friend of the site and our family, Trina Perry, has been to Akron five times. This was her last. She has written a song and submitted it to the producers of 25 Hill. What a great family and a great racer. Here's a message from a five time champ. Tell us your story on Raceline. Send us your pictures as we are creating a 2010 mosaic like this one for this year's big race. Flash Player required to listen to Trina's story.
All American Soap Box Derby Super Kids
Champ From Peterborough, Ontario Canada. Kathryn Lindsey says it's fun to trade buttons with all champs! The Super Kids were just that. Despite various limitations, having fun was not one of them. Driven by experienced previous SBD champions these kids had the time of their life to compete in a double elimination race. The finals are on Saturday during the All American. The Superkids were going fast as they crossed the finish line in the qualifiers for the Superkids final on Saturday.
2010 All American Soap Box Derby Mega Photo Gallery
All the families have started to send us their pictures and we are posting them here for all to share. Will keep adding pictures as long as we can. Enjoy. You can click on the Gallery to go directly to the source and get the huge images. Enjoy. Race Driver William
All American Soap Box Derby | July 25, 2010 | Final Results
*All American Soap Box Derby | July 25, 2010 | Champions By Division* Local Stock World Champ - Megan Gongaware Local Super Stock World Champ - Tucker Mcclaran Local Masters World Champ - Morgan Champagne Rally Stock World Champ - Ricky Desens Rally Super Stock World Champ - Sean Brown Rally Masters World Champ - Michael Morawski *Local Masters Results* 1st - Morgan Champagne 2nd - Maranda Busby 3rd - Megan Hensley *Local Super Stock** Results* 1st - Tucker McClaran 2nd - Megan Riley 3rd - Danielle Hoeckelberg *Local Stock Results* 1st - Megan Gongaware 2nd - Maggie McLaughl... more »
National Derby | Final Results| | Live Feed | National Derby
Topside Derby Downs in Akron*Live Web Feed | Replays | See All The Action from the 2010 National Derby Rally Championships at Derby Downs, Akron, Ohio!* *Final 2010 National Derby Rallies Results* Stock: 1st Bryanna Plog Prize: LAPTOP 2nd Catherine Bartz Prize: Wii GAME SYSTEM WITH WII RESORT ACCESSORY PACKAGE 3rd Ben Feldpausch Prize: DSI WITH GAME 4th Landon Dunshee Prize: CAMCORDER 5th Deian Feldpausch Prize: DUAL SCREEN PORTABLE DVD PLAYER 6th Melody Castner Prize: PORTABLE DVD PLAYER 7th Madisson Shoff Prize: KARAOKE MACHINE WITH STROBE LIGHTS 8th Bryce Velpe Prize: DIGITAL CAM... more »
Soap Box Derby Hall of Fame | Norm Perry
Norm Perry Hall of Fame Plaque in Akron, Ohio *Norm Perry*, the man that helped us (and countless other families) start in their Soap Box Derby journeys, was inducted into the *All American Soap Box Derby Hall of Fame* on July 25, 2010 in Akron, Ohio. Norm made sure that *Derby Park in Sanford, Florida* was developed into one of the few dedicated derby racing parks in the world. The track is a perennial favorite of racers throughout the United States. Norm Perry's photo and biography is hung in the museum on the bottom floor of the AASBD office near the finish line. Norm was presente... more »
2010 Soap Box Derby | Champ Group Photos | Free
Click on the images to get Full Size. Special Thanks to Photographer Terry Lindsey. 2010 Rally Champs All Classes All American Soap Box Derby 2010 Stock Local All American Soap Box Derby Champs2010 Super Stock Local All American Soap Box Derby Champs2010 Masters Local All American Soap Box Derby Champs
25 Hill | Pictures | Derby Downs | All American Soap Box Derby
Allison, Lindsey, Corbin Bernsen, and Kathryn Lindsey *25 Hill *the Movie, Hollywood, and our derby racing family, the Lindsey's checked out the superstock racer to be used in the movie being filmed this week. The producer, Mr. Corbin Bernsen, was also nice enough to pose with our racers earlier in the day at *Derby Downs in Akron, Ohio*. Corbin Bernsen took a minute to welcome Central *Florida *Racers, Kathryn and Allison Lindsey. to *Derby Downs*. Mr. Bernsen is on the set at *Akron's Derby Downs* to direct and produce the *Soap Box Derby* Movie, "25 Hill" that will be in theaters... more »
Gerard Lizama-Bomm Takes Third | Masters Rally Finals of the All American Soap Box Derby
Maddie Quinn (502) with fast time of 29.30 goes to Lane 1. Gerard Lizama-Bomm (519) with fast time of 29.27 goes to Lane 2. Michael Morawski (540) with fast time of 29.15 goes to lane 3. Gerard has run a 29.15 in his second heat, so he is just as fast as Morawski. Final Results: 1. Michael Morawski (540) winning time of 29.24 2. Maddie Quinn (502) (2nd) 3. Gerard Lizama-Bomm (519) (3rd) Gerard takes Third. Way to go.
Megan Gongaware Wins Stock Finals of All American Soap Box Derby
Derby Legend Paul FerdinandMegan Gongaware Wins Stock Finals of All American Soap Box Derby - her family and the Ferdinand family goes Wild! Maggie McLaughlin (305)with a fast time of 29.55 started the Finals in Lane 1. Megan Gongaware (302)29.42 started the finals in Lane 2. Joshua Cummings (311) with a fast time 29.54 seconds started the final in Lane 3. Joe Gerardi with Innovative Dynamics has joined Paul Ferdinand and we should have a live report later this evening. Paul Ferdinand took young Megan under his wing and they flew to victory. During a post-race interview with Champ M... more »
International Soap Box Derby Division Winner | Elizabeth Medina
International Soap Box Derby Division Winner is Elizabeth Medina of Kodiak Alaska Car 155.
All American Soap Box Derby | District Seven Update at 2:15 PM
Still in the Hunt are: Summer Robinson Sierra Robinson Gerard Lizama-Bomm Ramey Bomm Dylan Gunn
Ultimate Speed Division | Final Results | 2010 All American Soap Box Derby
Ultimate Speed Division Cars2010 Ultimate Speed Division | 2010 All American Soap Box Derby 1st - Sheri Lazowski (26.844) 2nd - Jamie Berndt (26.849) 3rd - Jim Overmyer (26.861) Some Ultimate Speed Round One Updates! 1st 26.844 Sheri Lazowski 2nd 26.859 Jamie Berndt 3rd 26.861 Jim Overmyer
All American Soap Box Derby | District Seven Update at 1:31 PM
Still in the Hunt are: Katrina Perry Summer Robinson Sierra Robinson Gerard Lizama-Bomm Ramey Bomm Dylan Gunn Ambree Garren
Sierra Robinson Advances From Lane 3 in Masters Rally
Sierra Robinson from Florida Advances in Masters Rally. She was in Lane 3.
Gerard Lizama-Bomm Takes Third in World | Masters Rally
Gerard Lizama-Bomm Advances in Masters Rally. Win came in Lane 2. His brother also advanced. Gerard's second heat win came from Lane 1. Gerard wins again in Lane 1. Florida is in the Finals in Masters Rally. Gerard takes 3rd in the World. Way to go. Race Driver William.
Megan Gongaware | Paul Ferdinand Make the Finals of All American Soap Box Derby!
With two kids winning the All American in the 70's, Paul Ferdinand and young Megan Gongaware from Ohio have advanced in the Stock World Championship at Akron's historic Derby Downs. Mark Ferdinand, a world champ is happy to share this moment with his Dad. Megan has won again from Lane 3. She makes the Top 9. *More Megan Gongaware News News Here.*
Florida'a Summer Robinson Takes Ninth in Masters Rally
Florida's Summer Robinson Advances From Lane 2 in Masters Rally. Summer grabs another Heat win from Lane 1!. Summer Takes another in Lane 1 and advances! Summer Robinson Takes Ninth in Masters Rally.
Ramey Bomm Advances From Lane 2
Ramey Bomm Advances From Lane 2, Way to go Orlando!
Ostrander Takes Seventh Super Stock | 4 Heat Wins
Advance, Young Ostrander shall. Win he must, next Heat 223 from Lane 1. 3rd win from Lane 1! What a great guy with a great family. Way to go. Mark Takes Seventh in Lane 1 with 4 heat wins. Race Driver William. Race, he must, win he does.
Dylan Gunn Takes Seventh Place All American Soap Box Derby Shootout
Heat 110 in Lane 2 Dylan Gunn from Florida wins a heat in Rally Stock. Next heat will be Heat 126 from Lane 1. The Young Gunn takes another Heat from Lane 1 at the All American Soap Box Derby! Young Gunn takes another and makes it to the final 9. He took Seventh at the Worlds, way to go Dylan!
Katrina Perry Lane 3 Wins in Masters
Magical Miss Perry We finally found Katrina Perry. She magically appeared in her car next to her Dad, Dave Perry. Friend of the site, Katrina Perry wins in Lane 3. Dylan Perry made it to the Finals in Super Stock last year. There was a Dylan sighting last night, but we have not seen the Champ today. I smell a sequel. Way to go Miss Perry. Next will be Heat 624 from Lane 1.
Ambree Garren Lane 1 Wins Heat in Masters
Ambree Garren with her dog Scooby wins her Masters Heat from Lane 1. Nice run. Her next appearance will be Heat 621 From Lane 1.
Tessa Gagne of Sanford Florida Advances in Stock
Brother Kirby Gagne won the World Championship. Sister Tessa Gagne has won her first heat and will be in a 2 Car Heat Heat 447 (3) 1. Tessa Gagne (316) 2. X 3.Thomas Ferguson (327), Go Girl! Next appearance for Tessa Gagne in Heat 447 from Lane 1.
Soap Box Derby | Super Stock Driver Live Report
Allison Lindsey with Car Top SideOur good friend, the talented, Allison Lindsey has just filed this live report from the top of the Big Hill at today's 73rd Annual World Championship of the All American Soap Box Derby in Akron, Ohio. Good Luck Allison! We hope you, get down low, stay focused, in short; do your best. Flash Player required.
Japanese Champion Masaki Sumiya - 日本のチャンピオン
*Heat 506* (the winner of this will be in position 1 of heat 544) 1. Nicholas Moore (115) 2. X 3. Masaki Sumiya (144)
Henry Dyer Flies from New Zealand to Ohio to win the All American Soap Box Derby
Photo Credit: www.stuff.co.nz/auckland/local-news/Henry says, ''I love racing. It's a really fun thing, and I get to come to America. I get to represent my country and make my country proud.'' *Heat 509* (the winner of this heat will be in position 1 in heat 545) 1. Megan Riley (151) 2. Ryan Masterstefone (121) 3. Henry Dyer (176) Read more about Henry Dyer in the Akron Beacon Journal http://www.ohio.com/news/98874264.html or the New Zealand Rodney Times http://www.stuff.co.nz/auckland/local-news/rodney-times/3580846/Dedication-makes-soapbox-winner
Mannschaft Deutschland Nachrichten! Team Germany Update!
Drei Meisterkränze für mutige Seifenkistenpiloten aus Anhalt Berlin (cm). Wie schon in den vergangenen Jahren gehörten sie zu den erfolgreichsten Startern bei den Titelkämpfen im Berliner Bezirk Wedding und konnten gleich drei Meisterkränze mit in die Doppelstadt bringen. Deutscher Meister können sich ab sofort der Köthener Nick Wollmerstädt (Stock Car Division) vom Team Vodafone und die Dessauer Max Wieczorek (Super-Stock-Car-Division, Team Abschlepp- und Service GmbH) und Tim Gleichmann (Scottie Special, Team Seifenkistenvereinigung Berlin e. V.) nennen. Dazu holten Lukas Eigler (... more »
Katrina and Dylan Perry Where Are You?
Last Known Photo of Miss Perry Dylan Perry took 3rd in All America Rally Superstock last year, then his sister wins the Sanford, Florida Local in Masters this year. They are both hiding somewhere in Ohio tonight and will reappear Topside tomorrow morning. Miss Perry is expected to magically appear for Masters Heat 612 in Lane 3. An All-Florida Heat with Kelsie Moore in Lane 2 , and Chandler Soucey in Lane 1. Last Known Photo of Dylan Perry Here is the last known photo of Dylan Perry with Race Driver William last year in the Rubber Bowl. If anyone sees this wayward lad, tell him to c... more »
Terry Lindsey Reports From the Super Kids Race
Terry LindseyTerry Lindsey has three champs, Kathryn Superstock Rally Champ Superstock Heat 203 Lane 1 and Allison Super Stock Sanford Local Champ Heat 533 Lane 3. Wife Linda is the third champ for putting up with all the Derby Tomfoolery. Way to Go Terry and Linda Lindsey for such a great family from Sanford, Florida.
Super Stock Champ Kathryn Lindsey Reports Live from The Track
Kathryn and Allison Lindsey This shot catches the Sisters Lindsey throwing stuff at small children on the streets of downtown Akron. Kathryn Lindsey starts throwing down again in Superstock Heat 203 Lane 1. You go Girl!
Message to Everyone in Akron From Ultimate Speed Champ Team
Mark Ferdinand, All American ChampLive report from Derby Downs | Zero Error Racing and Mr. Fitzgerald strongly suggest that all those in attendance at the All American Soap Box Derby tomorrow "bring their A-Game." The rivalry between the teams in the pits next to the starting gate is fierce. Look for a new World Record in this class.
Derby Flashback | 2009 Derby | 2.5 Minutes
Hundreds of Pictures from families across the country are included in this blast through last year's race. Who will take home the hardware this year?
Soap Box Derby | Mobile Site
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Soap Box Derby Television Coverage
All American Soap Box Derby, Kaycee Ellen, 2010 National Stock Points Champ, and Tex Cobb get tons of airtime in this television news feature story on this Saturday's big race. Way to go Champs! Love the pink stock car! More Television Coverage is Here.
Good Morning | What is This?
What is this six-wheeled contraption? It is the Ultimate Speed Division piloted by Derby vet Ashley Wilt. Friend of the site and our sponsor in last year's District Seven Rally Stock Championship, Innovative Dynamics and Joe Gerardi are thinking outside the box this year and added a couple of extra wheels. Dave and Joe Gerardi designed this racer during a recent trip to the Moon. Reports from the track are that it is the quietest car in the Ultimate Speed Division. We hope it is fast! Good Luck Mr. Joe and Ashley. Race Driver William
Casting Call for Derby Movie
Calling all cars! First, most probably do not know what the title of the movie in production this year means. According the the production team the title comes from the name of "[t]he local place [one of the stars in the film] used to race with other kids back in the day [it] was a slight incline slicing through the old oil fields surrounding town. The track is known as 25 Hill." We need to roll out to Derby Downs on July 25, 2010 for the filming of the race scenes on the big hill at Derby Downs. Here is the Casting Call Video and link to email the producer of the big movie "25 Hill... more »
All American Wheel Deal | Matt Feldpausch
Wheels on Fork Lift are delivered Topside. What is the deal on the *Soap Box Derby Wheel*? This year's champ wheels are white, a departure from the black wheels used for the past few *All American Soap Box Derby races. *Discussion on the internets including on the Zero Error private forum includes the following from *Matt Feldpausch*. "My brother Benjamin is a stock local champ! I hope today he picked out a good set of wheels! I had people ask me if they were fast, and it is so hard to tell pulling them out of the box. I know the bearings spun freely, but that is far from telling the... more »
All American Soap Box Derby | Ultimate Speed Test Report
FinishLynx Timing CameraFriend of the site Derek Fitzgerald with Zero Error Racing filed this report from a recent test of their World Record holding Ultimate Speed Division racer. *You can file your own report by calling Raceline at 813-699-9059.* Flash is required. Enjoy! FinishLynx image from the All American Soap Box Derby July 31 1999
Even MORE Pictures from Akron!
The Lindsey's alignment tool! The Lindseys making sure that the sonic hypertension in their car is calibrated. The wheels this year are white and sponsered by Geico! Soap Box Derby, so easy, a caveman can do it!*Photos courtesy of Terry Lindsey*
Live Soap Box Derby | Audio Blog
2009 Top Gun Stock Car We hope that those with phones will call in their stories so we can post the audio of their story, videos and photos from everyone on the big hill. Call the number and leave a message and we will post some of the reports right here. As you have previously read, we already have Blackberry users who are photo blogging from the race. To record an audio blog post call and leave a message with your stories: Raceline | 813-699-9059 An example of a report is here: http://soapboxderbyracing.blogspot.com/2010/05/breaking-news-from-akron-derby-downs.html Special shout... more »
Masters Inspection Controversy | All America Soap Box Derby
*All American Soap Box Derby* races are noted for their meticulous inspections and enforcement of a myriad of rules included in the instructions the kids are to follow in constructing their racer. An anonymous source has reported controversy topside at the *All American Soap Box Derby in the Masters* class. The issue as reported, involves the steering cables, pulleys, and routing of the cables. It has been reported that 17 Masters cars had to be refitted with new steering cables, after problems found in technical inspections for this years big race. "It used to be you could string ... more »
Soap Box Derby | Kingpins Dropped at Akron?
*Akron, Ohio* - The dreaded news is that you have to drop your *kingpins *in the pits at Akron. All the pool table, granite slab, reference table efforts to eliminate cross-bind are out the window. What do you do? *Terry Lindsay* brought an "instant level place." He used an often-discussed, but seldom used method - fishing line to check the car after dropping the kingpins. He also used a stethoscope for reasons that he would not disclose to *Soap Box Derby* Racing Live. This technique is shown in a photo of Champ *Allison Lindsey* with her upside-down Super Stock car.
Akron News | Video from Derby Downs!
All American Soap Box Derby supporters, Akron News Now, has ave just provided this great video from the big week in Akron. Enjoy and have a great time making memories. Wish we were there too. *2010 All American Soap Box Derby*
Podium Finish For Florida in Adult Race!
We are awaiting final official results from *Akron*, but we have a report from the top of the hill that Terry Lindsey has taken a podium finish in the adult race, amidst a brewing controversy about his helmet and footwear. The cars have been impounded in the Rubber Bowl since the finish and are expected to remain there until next year. Here is what we know so far. The cars are large and the steering is sloppy but they are also fast. Winning 3 heats and moving into the final Florida's Terry Lindsey keeps lane one to finish 2nd in the Over the Hill Adult race. Race officials questio... more »
Several Pictures From Akron!
The Hollands are enjoying the week despite contesting the ability to run rusted axles. Akron feels that the axles should shine and that a rusty axle is an advantage. Go figure? John Bomm tries to work with officials to allow his ability to move around during race week. John calls out SBD Pres Jim Huntsman to review the situation. Things are calm . . . for now. New sign at Akron. Test-runs on Thursday.
Soap Box Derby Weigh-In | 2010
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The weigh-in at Akron!
Soap Box Derby Webcast Live! iPhone App
*All American Soap Box Derby 2010* GravitySportz.com and this site will collaborate with the team on the Big Hill at *Derby Downs in Akron* to stream the live webcast of raceday 2010 live on Saturday. We will also be providing live updates from teams at the track in *Akron*. Special thanks to *Zero-Error Racing* and the gang at *Innovative Dynamics Inc, and Joseph Gerardi *for assistance with the bandwidth. Feeds can also be found here. 2010 Soap Box Derby Live Feed
Ultimate Speed Division | Live Report From Derby Downs
All American Soap Box Derby - Ultimate Speed Division - "Reporting live from the track. Some pretty new cars One about 4 inches too long. A few with smaller wheels. A few with wheel fairings. One thing that was clear today, it is not about having a small wheel. It is about a good wheel. Rolling resistance goes up as radius shrinks. Gotta have the good tires to make the small wheel work." Thanks To Mr. Lemuroid and Zero Error Racing Forum for the Live Report! Raceline: Call (813) 699-9059, leave your race update, keep it brief, and clean. Your report may be posted Live Right Here.
Best of Luck to Everyone from Sanford!
Just reminding all my friends from Sanford that I'm rooting for them! Its a long road getting there and all of you deserve to be up there more than anybody's business. Race Driver William
Champs Take To The Stage in Akron, Ohio
Over 500 Racers check-in today for the 73rd running of the All American Soap Box Derby Race. Racers, Kathryn and Allison Lindsey take to the stage in the attached photo. The champs throw out souvenirs to the locals and racers alike. Champs were awarded T-shirts, Sweatshirts, bags, and watches as prizes for making the annual race. Today the champs attached their bodies to the racecars and prepare for tomorrow to have brake checks and test runs. This year there will be two sessions of test runs, one on Tuesday and one on Wednesday. Tonight is the Akron Aero's triple A baseball game a... more »
2010 All American Soap Box Derby Champ Check In and Parade
Champs Perry and Lindsey *2010 All American Soap Box Derby *drivers arrive. With a high of 80 and no chance of rain the champs line up to take the stage on the first day of festivities. *Lori Soucey* sets up the blockade to insure Central Florida is first to the parade and the stage! *Trina Perry* and *Allison Lindsey*are Champs ready to get credentials and get police escort to the stage.
Akron Soap Box Derby Week Kick Off
Sunday night kicks off the week for Region 7 to celebrate the week of festivities. Our guest bloggers the Lindsey family have just reported that the big dinner / party for all the region's Champs has begun at the Ryan's Steakhouse in Akron, Ohio. Good luck to all of our friends on the Big Hill this week!
Soap Box Derby Music Video
All American Soap Box Derby - The AASBD has a music video trailer for Keepin the Dream Alive / 1 Dream by Buckner and Garcia. The opening shot in lane one with the white stock car, steely eyes and goggles is our friend Allison Lindsey of Sanford, Florida from heat one of the Stock Rally 2005. Also, towards the end of the video is our friend Kirby Gagne with the winner's trophy as World Stock Rally Champ.
Audio | Derby on National Public Radio
Friend of the site Derek Fitzgerald and Zero Error Racing are featured in a National Public Radio piece about his World Record breaking All American Soap Box Derby racer today. Free audio of the Akron, Ohio story is below:
Ultimate Speed | Update From Akron
This precision carrier transports the 300 pound bullet. *All American Soap Box Derby* *Ultimate Speed Division* testing is complete. Derek Fitzgerald of Zero Error Racing comes to us live from the *Derby Downs* on the Big Hill in *Akron, Ohio* with a report. The Zero Error team is the current World Record holder and the other teams have placed a bullseye on the back of the team from Pennsylvania. None of the other teams phoned in reports.
Countdown to Akron 2010
Countdown To Akron Soap Box Derby
The 2010 All American Soap Box Derby, 2010 NDR Championship, AASBD, Akron, All American Soapbox Derby, or whatever you call it is coming up soon. Kids and families from around the world are preparing for their trips to (and down) the big hill at Derby Downs, Akron, Ohio, USA!
The 2010 All American Soap Box Derby, 2010 NDR Championship, AASBD, Akron, All American Soapbox Derby, or whatever you call it is coming up soon. Kids and families from around the world are preparing for their trips to (and down) the big hill at Derby Downs, Akron, Ohio, USA!
NDR | Winston Salem Soap Box Derby Results
*2010 NDR * - Breaking news from *Winston Salem, North Carolina* Winners of this weekend's *NDR Races* are reported below - Congratulations to all participants for a great effort.
Soap Box Derby Expert | Setup Tips | Torque Kingpin
Race Driver William Preparing for 2009 Top Gun Championship *All America Soap Box Derby* genius and friend of the site, *Derby *Expert Paul Gale has been at it again with some key information on setups going into the big race in July. He states: The *front axle* mount “is a combo of things.” Increased *front kingpin nut torque* makes it harder to steer the car. This will be a good thing for some drivers and a bad thing for others. Driver control, or ability to steer the car, is the single most important factor when setting up a car. Are we discussing a *Stock/Super Stock, or Masters... more »
Breaking News From Akron - Derby Downs
Good Luck to everyone in the run toward the 2010 Speedweeks in Akron. Here are all the results from this weekend's qualifier on the Big Hill in Akron, Ohio. Thanks to Derek and the Gang at Zero Error. Race Driver William. *Sunday Results | Sponsored by Zero Error Racing* *Saturday Results | Sponsored by Zero Error Racing* *Breaking News From Akron - Derby Downs* *Final Results From Akron - Derby Downs* *Good Night From Akron, Ohio.*
Raceline - Phone It In - Live Race Reports
*Raceline: Call **(813) 69**9-9059, leave your race update, keep it brief, and clean. Your report may be posted Live on this website.* *Enjoy.* *Race Driver William.*
This Is Why We Race - Derby
One of Zero Error Racing's cars was nearly wiped out today in Florida during a Quarter Midget Race. Friend of the team, Tyler Clem is OK.
Cleveland Soap Box Derby - Live Results From Cleveland NDR Race
*Breaking News* Race Driver William just received this live audio report from friend of the website, Derek Fitzgerald. Zero Error sent this live report from the big NDR Race in Cleveland! Click on the link below this picture of us at Cleveland last year for the Top Gun Championship. The link below reads *Cleveland NDR Results Live From Zero Error Racing. Flash Player Required.*
Sanford Local Winners Soap Box Derby - Breaking News
Three talented Florida drivers have raced their way into the 2010 All American Soap Box Derby in Akron, Ohio in July. They are: Masters - Katrina Perry; Superstock - Allison Lindsey; and Stock - Tessa Gagne. Tessa's brother, Kirby is a former World Champion. Katrina Perry was racing in her last race until she won today. Allison Lindsey is a talented swimmer, also. *Here is some live audio from the finish line at today's big race.* *Story Update From The Lindsey Family* May 24, 2010 It was another Hot one this past Saturday, May 22nd at *Derby Park in Sanford Florida*. Both in ... more »
NDR Breaking News - Live Webcast From the Big Hill?
Breaking News - Race Driver William has just attended a production meeting there may also be a webcast from the events at the *2010 NDR Championship*from the Big Hill at Akron! Race Driver William. *Follow Us On Twitter Here: http://twitter.com/gravityracer*
AASBD Live Webcast From the Big Hill
Race Driver William has received an unconfirmed report of a live webcast from the events at the *2010 All American Sop Box Derby*. Local Champs and teams are encourage to forward team pictures and button art in jpg or gif format to us for posting here! Good Luck Champs! Race Driver William. *Follow Us On Twitter Here: http://twitter.com/gravityracer*
Akron Derby - May 2010 Rally Update
Guest Blogger, *Derek Fitzgerald*, *World Record* holder, and owner of *Zero-Error Racing*, has sent us an update straight from the Big Hill, *Derby Downs*, in *Akron, Ohio*. "Its been 15 years since *NDR (National Derby Rally)* ran on Akron's hill. *Debbie Endress* was the last director in 1996. Then we were thrown off the hill. Well today we are back on the hill and a rally under our belt. We had 61 entries.The Bartz girls came to down and thru a whipp'n down. Katherine in the stock showed a dominance I have not seen for quite sometime....no one within about .125.....whewwww! Kris... more »
Ocala Champs On Way to Akron
*Going to Akron * Stock Class (ages 8-13; 200 pound weight): Jessica Guiffre, third grade, Treadway Elementary Super Stock Class (ages 10-17; 230 pound weight): Joe Menter, sixth grade, Fort King Elementary; sponsored by Silver Springs Shores Kiwanis/Tuskegee Airmen Masters Class (ages 10-17; 255 pound weight): Chandler Soucey, eighth grade, Fort McCoy Middle School; sponsored by Palm Chevrolet Rally Champs based on accumulated points: Christopher ”C.J.” Holland, sixth grade, Lake Weir Middle School; Dylan Pujol, sixth grade, Dunnellon Middle School; Dylan Gunn, sixth grade, Dunne... more »
Tons of New Derby Videos
Tons of New Derby Videos located here Courtesy of the Frank Family Racing Channel on YouTube!. Nice Job. Race Driver William
For Sale - Slightly Used Bobsled
For Sale - Slightly Used Olympic Bobsleigh A Perfect Gift For That Special Someone In Your Life
Soap Box Derby Torque Tips
[image: All American Soapbox Derby, AASBD, Torque, Tampa Bay Soap Box Derby] Soap Box Derby expert, Paul Gale wants you to know this about torque settings on Soap Box Derby Cars: Torque Wrenches are used to apply inch-pounds and foot-pounds of torque. Torque wrenches are used to torque kingpins. The common range of torque wrenches used in SBD car assembly are 30 to 150 in.-lbs. or 5 to 75 ft.-lbs. Remember, Torque should always be applied slowly and evenly. The more resistance felt when applying torque, the slower torque should be applied. For more accurate torque application, the fi... more »
Florida All American Soap Box Derby - Wheel Sets
A frequent question arises on how the wheels for the All American Soap Box Derby are grouped, calibrated, and boxed. According to anonymous volunteer for the big race, the sequence goes like this: Each wheel is taken out of the box its shipped in. Then gets a sticker put on it with a sequential number, rotation direction and AASBD sticker. If you look at an AA championship wheel, you will see what I'm talking about. The wheel is then run on the calibration table and the information is recorded electronically. The wheels are then placed back in a box and a number is written INSIDE th... more »
Guest Blogger: Allison Lindsey, Florida Soap Box Derby Racing Weather Extremes
Racing in soap box derby is usually pretty close to straight down the track but whenever the conditions change everything is different. When summer turns into winter everyone puts on the layers and ski jackets. The kids in the stock and super stock don't have a problem for the most part but for people, like me, in masters it is a whole different story. When you are in masters you don't have a whole lot of room in general, but our shoulders are especially cramped. Just two long-sleeved shirts give me no room to move and bend the body outward. That means that all of us have to layer up... more »
All-American Soap Box Derby in Sports Illustrated
Great news for the *All-American Soap Box Derby*, *Sports Illustrated* (the largest sports magazine in the world) has posted several Soap Box Derby videos on their website (which is here) for all the world to enjoy; Also, unless you didn’t notice, this is absolutely, super-duper, terrific, fabulous news for the derby! Be sure to look here for more derby updates! Sincerely with a flame-job, Race Driver William.
All American Soap Box Derby Mosaic - 32 Megapixel
[image: Florida Soap Box Derby] Race Driver William (aka RDW) has a special holiday gift for his readers - a 32 Megapixel Image mosaic of 1441 photographs sent to us from across the country and celebrating 2009 in the All American Soap Box Derby. 15 Photographers from all over the country sent pictures from this year and RDW put them in his magic box and created a huge mosaic celebrating the Derby. Be patient - the images are huge, but worth the wait. Available in three sizes - Small , Medium, and Ginormous! Here are the Statistics and Free Downloads: 15 Photographers 1441 Photogr... more »
Torque Mania - Kingpin Bolt Controversy
Readers have been concerned about the high torque settings discussed this month. Derby Expert Paul Gale continues his discussion about torque mania. The function of all tension bolts, such as the Grade 8 used as a kingpin bolt, is to stretch. They are meant to be stretched. The bolt is elastic up to a point.Applying an appropriate torque to the kingpin nut stretches the bolt a very small amount. When the torque is removed the bolt returns to its original length. When a SBD car rolls down the hill, the kingpin is subjected to dynamic load which causes the bolt to stretch-and-return ... more »
Jamaican Bobsled Team
It was a long week for Zero Error and the Jamaican Bobsled Team in Lake Placid, NY. A tribute to the courage of the entire team. USA takes top 2 spots at final race of 2009.
Kingpin Torque Settings - Derby Expert Paul Gale
Paul Gale Appears as a Guest Courtesy of Our Friends at Zero Error Racing. Grade 8 hex head bolts are designed for use in tension applications. They provide a clamp up force (like using a c-clamp). The 1/4 inch diameter bolt used for SBD kingpins is rated for a maximum torque of 200 inch pounds (16.7 foot pounds). Torque values are developed based upon the threads being absolutely dry – no lubricant. Any material (plating, liquid, or wax) applied to the bolt threads or nut threads, regardless of viscosity, will significantly alter the actual torque value achieved. A rough estimated... more »
Derby Downs in the Movies
News of the derby's real-life financial struggles have caught the eye of Hollywood, specifically actor Corbin Bernsen, known for his role in the television hit 'LA Law'. Cross your fingers, Derby Fans!
All American Soap Box Derby - 1951 Winner Gets New Chevrolet
Jimmy Stewart Narrates this news story about the Soap Box Derby - 1951 Winner Gets New Chevrolet!
Soap Box Derby - Race Results Gallery
Once again Terry Lindsey has sent us some captioned photos from last weekend's race. *Masters Results* AM Chandler Soucey 1st, Ramey Bomm 2nd, Allison Lindsey 3rd. PM Allison Lindsey 1st, Gerard Bomm 2nd, Kevin Gagne 3rd
Soap Box Derby - Breaking News - Hot Air Balloon Lands on Track
Disaster averted in Tallahassee Soap Box Derby race as a wayward hot air balloon narrowly missed 2009 champ Allison Lindsey this morning in Tallahassee, Florida. Details to follow -
All American Soap Box Derby Florida Update
All is well in the *All American Soap Box Derby* Rally divisions in Florida. Good racing a week ago in Sanford. *Allison Lindsey* won 2 of the 4 Masters races, National SS Points Champ *Ambree Garren* is now in Masters. Allison got knocked out of Sundays PM Single Elimination by having to race Ambree in 1st round and losing by .006. In Stock and Super Stock, the *Dylan's, Gunn & Perry* are pretty well sweeping most of the races. *Kathryn Lindsey* continues to do well. The Sanford gang heads for *Ocala, Florida* this coming weekend. Then back to *Sanford* for the huge Toys for Tots... more »
Sanford Toys for Tots Rally
2010 Toys for Tots Rally in Sanford, Florida. In an effort to help underprivileged children, the United State Marine Corps and Sanford Soap Box Derby wil have a Rally Race and this year race organizers encourage donations from around the world. If you cant make it to the race, please send gift cards for the kids to: Race Director Eric Griffin Care of the Sanford Recreation Department 300 North Park Avenue Sanford, FL 32771 . Race Driver William
Gale on Derby - Car Set Up and Driving
About twenty years ago, while living in South Dakota, I received a request for assistance from a family racing AA in Colorado. They were building a Senior Division car (these were build from scratch cars) and asked me for any advice that would help the car go as fast as possible. The driver was fourteen years old and large for his age (the maximum driver age was fifteen at the time). Basic car construction, axle mounting, weight distribution, driver fit, etc. advice was provide to them. When it was time for their AA Local race, I made the trip down to provide advice on how to set t... more »
Adult Soap Box Derby Racing Video
Yakima - Portland Adult Soapbox Derby from Pollinate Media on Vimeo.
Ultimate, Ultimate Speed Division 2009 Videos and Pictures
A Contributor has just produced a multimedia page with every detail, every heat video, and tons of pictures from the All American Soap Box Derby's Ultimate Speed Division races in Akron. Thanks to Texas Derby for all of the hard work! Ultimate, Ultimate Speed Division Results Site RDW
Soap Box Derby Expert on Running Light
[image: Soap Box Derby Expert, Paul Gale, Tampa Florida Soap Box Derby] *Gale on Derby - Volume 2* Soap Box Derby Expert, Paul Gale has more information on the relationship between the car weight and achieving maximum potential energy. "Maximum Potential Energy (PE) is obtained by correctly positioning the driver and added weight within the car. Although on most tracks cars run faster when at the maximum allowed total weight, there are tracks upon which cars will be faster racing at less than maximum allowed weight." "Regardless of the cars total weight, it is always important to po... more »
Winner of Winners Update from Akron
Savannah Fitzgerald is now Racing for Winner of Winners in Stock at Akron. Savannah and Cora Lee had a great time at Universal Studios at Christmas Time. Looks like she is have a great time on the Big Hill with her Daddy today! Way to Go Savannah.
Akron Update - Savannah Fitzgerald and Zero Error Double Phase Heat One
Savannah Fitzgerald and Zero Error Double Phase Heat One! Check Back for More Live Coverage.
Savannah's Missing an Engine in Akron
If anyone sees our friend Savannah's engine, please let us know. She lost the engine to her car and is now going to Akron for the big rally tomorrow. The engine was a Briggs and Stratton and used to be in the back of her car. Please leave any information with Derek F at topside tomorrow. Thanks. RDW
Tampa Soap Box Derby Links to Race Cities
Anderson, IN Soap Box Derby Beaumont, TX Soap Box Derby Bowling Green, KY Soap Box Derby Central Florida Soap Box Derby Chicago, IL Soap Box Derby Cleveland, OH Soap Box Derby Coachella Valley, CA Soap Box Cookeville Soap Box Derby Columbia River, WA Soap Box Derby Columbus, OH Soap Box Derby Danbury, CT Soap Box Derby Dayton, OH Soap Box Derby Des Moines, IA Soap Box Derby Detroit, MI Soap Box Derby Fredericksburg, VA Soap Box Derby Germany Soap Box Derby Green Bay, WI SBD Harrisonburgm VA Soap Box Derby Hopkinsville, Kentucky Huntersville Soap Box Derby Houston, TX Soap Box D... more »
Top 100 Visitor Cities to Soap Box Derby Racing Live
*Tampa Bay, Florida* soapbox derby fans were not the only ones watching the Derby this year. Here are the Top 100 Visitor Cities to *Soap Box Derby Racing Live!* *Visits were from from 477 cities in 23 countries/territories.* Thanks to everyone who stopped by! 1. New York 67 3.79% 2. Tampa 60 2.62% 3. Akron 50 4.52% 4. Cleveland 32 2.04% 5. Orlando 25 1.02% 6. Pittsburgh 22 1.46% 7. Cuyahoga Falls 19 1.46% 8. Wooster 14 0.44% 9. Madison 13 1.17% 10. Dallas 13 1.90% 11. Omaha 12 0.15% 12. Rockford 12 0.00% 13. Atlanta 12 1.60% 14. Des Moines 11 1.17% 15. Cambridge 11 0.15% 16. Medina 1... more »
Open Derby Trailer For Stock Car
Several people are interested in how to get a car to the race. As you can see above, the cars are light and even a small car can pull a small utility trailer to the races. This is a 2006 VW TDI. So get involved! Race Driver William
Gale on Derby - Volume 1
[image: All American Soap Box Derby Tampa Florida] Here is Derby Expert, Paul Gale's, first in a series of tips and explanations based on decades of gravity racing. "The force that propels a SBD car and driver down the track is gravity. The amount of force available, called Potential Energy, is determined by total weight of car and the vertical drop of that weight from start to finish. When the starting gate releases a car, it accelerates down the hill. While accelerating, the car’s Potential Energy (PE) is converted into Kinetic Energy (KE). The more efficiently PE is converted to K... more »
Guest Blogger - Derby Expert - Paul Gale
[image: Soap Box Derby] Soap Box Derby Racing Live has just received permission to share the secrets of speed from Derby expert Paul Gale. Keep checking back for tips from one of the most respected minds in gravity sports. Mr. Gale's opinions are based upon years of Derby racing experience, the physics of Derby, and will try to address issues regarding currently approved SBD parts and rules. Mr. Gale's expertise spans decades. For example, in 1975 Paul Gale and others ran some field tests. The test was designed to calculate the difference in speed when running tail heavy on a Calif... more »
Soap Box Derby Episode from 60's TV Show Bewitched
Enjoy this Derby Flashback, complete with the kid's magic helper, winning races using rather unusual tactics. It is Uber Kid Flash versus Little Johnny Mills on a huge hill and wet track in California. Samantha helps a kid deceive his father and fixes a wobbly wheel mid-race. Race Driver William
All American Soap Box Derby - 500 Shot Gallery!
Here is a Direct Link To all the Photo Galleries on Picasa. You can download or order copies of your favorites from Walgreens, Photoworks, Shutterfly, or Snapfish.
All American Soap Box Derby - Almost 300 Shots from Florida's Victor Torres
Victor Torres went crazy with his camera with shots from Topside to the finish line. Tons of shots from the pits at the Big Hill.
Zero Error and CRI Win Again in Florida
Zero Error and Clem Racing Incorporated (CRI) Win Again in Florida with Tyler Clem And Proud Pop Bubba. 10 second video live from Victory Lane! Race Driver William aka RDW
Florida Soap Box Derby Racer Reports: Sports Illustrated and The Huffington Post Covers Derby!
[image: Florida Soap Box Derby Sports Illustrated.gif] A recent issue of *Sports Illustrated* covered the stock division at this year's Akron Classic. The article notes, "A 10-year-old girl who is the 15th member of her family to participate in the national Soap Box finals has won the Stock Division of the 72nd All-American Soap Box Derby." A special Shout out to the gang at *The Huffington Post *for the link to our photo gallery and for the Nice Article Here. The articles specifically mentioned: Sarah Whitaker Megan Thornton Maija Liimatainen Megan Hydutsky Tyler Fleck and Alex Seit... more »
Soap Box Derby Photo Galleries
Tons of tagged photo galleries are located here: http://picasaweb.google.com/eStateTrafficSchool
200 Shots From All American
Here are over 200 Shots from the 2009 All American. Courtesy of Race Driver William. You can direct link and order prints here: More Shots Here:
Katie Williams - Marietta, Georgia Advances
My little sister, Cora Lee loves Katie Williams' Purple Cow car. Katie advances!
Florida Update - Dylan Perry Advances Closer to All American Title
Dylan Perry won yet another heat in the Super Stock Division of the 2009 All American Soap Box Derby .
Top Gun Mellen Advances
Rally Gun Jenna Mellen from California knocked us out. She continues to advance through the brackets. Go Jenna Go! RDW
Florida Georgia Update
Katy Williams, Sam Menter, Chandler Soucey, Lucas Grice and Austin Perry have all advanced!
Zero Error Sets New World Record - 26.90 Seconds
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Florida's Lucas Grice Wins Heat in Lane 1
Go Lucas Go!
Samuel Menter From Florida Wins in Lane 3
Go Sam, Go.
Jenna Wins Our Heat - We'll Be Back Next Year
Jenna did a great job in Cleveland also and gets a big congrats from us. Dad
And The Rain Came Down
Champs have been moved into the barn. Lightning just hit. RDW is in the car barn staying dry. Terry Lindsay says, ''Start The Racing.'' Dad.
Custom Apparel - Official Derby Gear
Visit Custom Apparel Trackside - Tell em Ducky Downs sent you.
Iula Stat - Derby By The Numbers
15,320 Champs Participated in The History of the Derby 137 Stock Cars Today 548 Car Count Today
Ultimate Speed Challenge Breaking Non-News
Race Driver William Reports - In a garage and in a sparsely decorated shop in downtown Akron, members of one Ultimate Speed Challenge team have been spotted making final preparations for a World Record attempt on the Big Hill. When asked for their names, the individuals shielded their faces from RDW cameras and quickly moved behind locked doors. When asked which team they were working for, they replied no comment. When asked what were doing, they replied no comment. When asked what is the secret to their speed challenge win, they replied no comment. When asked will the World Record ... more »
Finishing 8th At Top Gun!
Yay! Clock-plaque thingie for me! Around thirty miles per-hour! Speed, check. Drivers, check. Rain, double-quadruple check. Did I mention that it rained? Great race! Thank you Cleveland AASBD! Goodnight Ohio!
Live From Cleveland Top Gun - Driver's Meeting to Begin at 9 AM
Weather Report - Rain has stopped. Driver's Meeting to Begin at 9 AM.
Arriving at Track
We have arrived safely.
Top Gun Weather
It looks likely this bad weather will move past us this morning allowing another perfect race day.
Top Gun - Cleveland Derby Track Directions
Here are Directions to Cleveland, home the Cleveland Soap Box Derby and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, in that order. Try entering, 5500 Crescent Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102 in you map maker. It should take you to the track. It's confusing to explain but you just go west on Rt.2 from downtown and get off at the W.49th street exit. Then you make a right into our driveway which is just before the W. 49 th street bridge that goes over Rt.2. We have a stone wall entry with 2 retro derby cars on top of stone pillars. If you do a Google Earth search on Crescent Ave., Cleveland, Ohio you will s... more »
Innovative Dynamics Shocks Ultimate Speed Designers
*Derby Downs is still reeling from the late arrival Innovative Dynamics Ultimate Speed Prototype. Exclusive live shots of testing show that the car is silent, quick, and unlike anything seen on the Big Hill.RDW*
Testing for Ultimates Concludes
Derby Downs is silent- testing done for the day. RDW
Thanks To Jeff Iula for His Hospitality
Jeff Iula showed Race Driver William's Mom and Sister around the All American Museum. Cora Lee and Jodi had a great time. RDW
I-Team Breaking News - Lane Pairings Posted
*The I-Team at AASBD.net has just posted the Lane Pairings for the big race on Saturday.Lane Pairings are Here.*
Champ Check In - Police Escort
Here is a shot from Champ Check in at the Stadium. Harley in front of Canal Park.
Lane 1 - It Is
Live from the Canal Park Stadium, it's Lane 1.
Akron City Center.Studio
RDW and the entire team are broadcasting from the 12 th Floor of the Akron City Center.
Studio at Akron Center
RDW and the entire team are broadcasting from the 12 th Floor of the Akron City Center.
Good Morning Race Fans
RDW Reporting live from atop the Akron City Center. Weather is perfect. Gravity remains the constant - focus of all the hopefuls Off to Champ Check-In.
Great New Derby Site Posting Live From Akron
Great New Derby Site Also Posting Live From Akron - Author: Katrina PerryKatrina came all the way from Florida to the Big Hill. Check out her posts. [image: Tampa Bay Soapbox Derby] Katrina's Father, Dave Perry
In the Akron City Center Hotel!
Tommorow derby week begins! [image: Innovative Dynamics Gravity Sports]Special Thanks to Joe Gerardi and the gang at Innovative Dynamics, Gravity Sports. RDW
Last Video of the Day
So Long from the Big Hill.
More Video of Calibration - 29.45 Seconds
Times are now at 29.45 seconds at 5:30 pm Ohio time.
First Live Video From The Big Hill
Here are calibration cars in Lanes 1 and Lane 2 Times are now 29.383 after the sun came out.
FinishLynx Timing Computer
FinishLynx Timing Computer
FinishLynx Timing Camera
Here is a shot of the FinishLynx Timing Camera at the Finish Line at Akron, Ohio.
The Timing Camera at Akron
Here is a shot of the timer used at the finish line. Times continue in the mid 29 second range It is cloudy and overcast.
Calibration of Lanes Using Lane 1 and Lane 2
Time on this run was 29.53 seconds. The dashed line in Lane 2 is not in the center of the Lane.
Lane Calibration Cars
Lane Calibrations have begun. Calibration runs are in Superstock Cars driven right down the middle of Lanes 1 and 3.
First Live Report from Akron - The New Paving At The Big Hill
The New Paving At The Big Hill is done. . Looks smooth. RDW
Akron!
We have arrived safely.
We are in KY
On a road trip to The All American Soap Box Derby Championship in Akron Ohio. We are just now reaching Kentucky.
All Clear in Akron
Here is a great Ohio Mobile Weather Radar Link: www.curcuruto.com/weather/radar/local.php?geo=cle
Wi Fi at 30,000 Feet - Thanks Southwest Airlines
Special thanks to Southwest Airlines for the free Wi Fi at 30,000 Feet! Southwest Airlines - Race Driver William's Official Gravity Defiance Device Supplier. Looking forward to seeing everyone for the party in Akron tonight. RDW
IDI Innovative Dynamics Thought for the Day
[image: Innovative Dynamics Gravity Sports]Thanks to Joe and Dave Gerardi for these thoughts Do it anyway Are you afraid that what you attempt might not work? You could very well be right -- it may not work. Go ahead and do it anyway. Go ahead and find out for yourself. Either it will work and you'll be successful, or it won't work and you'll learn something valuable. Even an unsuccessful attempt is much better than no attempt at all. Success is not a matter of getting it right every single time. Success comes from continuing to persist until you do get it right. Instead of para... more »
Nasty Weather
Tampa Florida Weather Radar is Nasty. Dad
Defying Gravity - Last Team Member Departs for the Big Hill
The last team member has left Florida to defy gravity and fly to Akron. Last Team Member Departs for the Big Hill. RDW
Georgia Peaches Falling
The same gravity that is pulling us ever closer to the All American has giant peaches falling from the Georgia sky! Race Driver William - RDW
Gravity Pulls Race Driver William Into Georgia
Race Driver William aka RDW hit the Georgia State Line as Gravity continues to pull the Team towards the Big Hill at Akron.
Gravity - The Official Fuel of Derby
Gravity - The Official Fuel of Derby and Race Driver William
Leaving for Akron Now!
*Leaving for Akron Now! 3:02 EST on July 17, 2009 * *Sonny.*
New Shoes For Ohio Race Week
[image: Tampa Bay Soap Box Derby]Here are the shoes to be worn for Ohio Speed Week. Car on left to Top Gun Championship in Cleveland, the other to the Big Hill at Akron for the All American Soap Box Derby.
Tampa Bay Soap Box Derby - Innovative Dynamics Gravity Sports Signs On
[image: Tampa Bay Soap Box Derby]*Tampa Bay Soap Box Derby* racers send out special thanks to Innovative Dynamics for their huge support of the Tampa Bay Local and the Central Florida Soap Box Derby. Race Driver William gives a huge shout out to Innovative Dynamics for their support of our 2-Car All American and Top Gun Runs this year. *IDI is the exclusive provider of remote surface condition detection systems for Race Driver William. THANKS![image: Tampa Bay Soap Box Derby]Tampa Bay Soap Box Derby*
Spy Photos of New Paving Courtesy of Zero Error Racing
The Big Hill was paved and is ready for the 2009 All American. Thanks to Derek at Zero Error for these great spy shots of the new racing surface.
Zero Error Racing - The Official Tools of Derby
[image: Zero Error Racing] This just in - Zero Error Racing is proud to be furnishing the AASBD with alignment tools. According to Derby Ace Derek Fitzgerald, "We hope this is the new beginning of a brand new alliance between Zero Error and the AASBD." Starting July 18, 2009 the AASBD will have exclusive rights to the following items: Alignment Gauges, Zero Bar, Bending Tools, Wing Nut Wrenches, and Alignment Stands. Race Driver William uses Zero Error Alignment Tools exclusively. The gang at Zero Error has provided the precision tools need to get the extra tenth, hundredth, or thou... more »
Two Cars for Ohio
After resurrecting our first car from various locations in Florida, we turned to preparing both cars for the races next month in Akron. The cars are numbered the Mark IV and the Akron car is the Mark V. I moved the steering and we cut the shell so I could fit inside. We then traveled to the big track at Sanford, Florida where Mr. Griffin (father of Masters World Champ Evan Griffin) and Mr. Lindsey (Father of 2009 Sanford Local Winner Allison Lindsey) guided me in putting our sponsor (Mr. Joe Gerardi's Innovative Dynamics of NY) logos and race numbers on the car for the big race i... more »
All American Soap Box Derby Rally Districts (Regions)
We often wonder which States are in which Districts/Regions and now we know: RegionStates in the Region1Alaska, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana2California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Hawaii3New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas4North Dakota, South Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, Wyoming, Kansas, Missouri, Colorado5Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota6West Virginia, Ohio7Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, Florida8Virginia, Maryland, District of Columbia, Delaware, New Jersey, Pennsylvania9New York 10Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, Massachusetts11Connecticut, Rh... more »
Derby Driver Wins Le Mans
[image: Soap Box Derby Driver Wins Le Mans]My father and I were working at an endurance race called the 12 Hours of Sebring. That is the first race in the American Le Mans Series (ALMS). We had obtained a pass that allowed us into a tent that served food for teams and drivers. After filling our plates with several delectables and treats, we took a seat. Within a few minutes a stranger sat across from us, my father introduced himself and began to talk about the soap box derby (SBD), the stranger then said that he and his father (Sir Jack Brabham, a highly successful Formula One racer)... more »
Soap Box Derby 2010 Plastic Stock and Super Stock Airfoil
[image: Soap Box Derby]Beginning in 2010, the All American Soapbox Derby has mandated the use of Plastic Airfoils in Stock and Super Stock Divisions. This is supposed to be a technical drawing of the new piece. Sources tell us, "In order to ensure precision in each piece, the airfoils will be manufactured using injection molding. This procedure ensures that each airfoil manufactured will be identical. The new airfoil was designed using utilizing a computer program; therefore, each product will be manufactured with precise measurements and was created to be the most efficient design ... more »
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Getting checked thoroughly for Akron
All American Soap Box Derby Stock Car Rally Champ has car thoroughly checked before packing the car for its journey.
Derby Racing Live Video Test.
This is a test of the mobile derby racing network. In this test for the AASBD we hear part of the national anthem. We are excited to be offering text, photos and video updates this year for the 72nd All-American Soap Box Derby on July 25th, 2009. The coverage will begin as our journey begins.
Test of Derby Racing Live!
This is a test of the mobile derby racing network.
Ready For All American
[image: Race Driver William F. Sonny Ebsary. Jr. Soap Box Derby] Racedriver William is ready to go live via blog and twitter from the 2009 All American. Follow him at twitter.com/gravityracer
Race Driver William Leads the District 7 Rally Points
[image: Race Driver William Sonny Ebsary GCSBD Naperville Greater Chicago Soap Box Derby]Race Driver William Leads the District 7 Points with 188.00. W.F. Sonny Ebsary (driver #4748) spent this rally race season by racing in 48 races, in 7 different tracks, 5 different cities, and 3 different states becoming District 7 Rally Champ! This guarantees Race Driver William a trip to Akron for the World Rally Championship July 25, 2009!
Rally Tallahassee March 2009
On March 14 Race driver William got two 3rd place finishes. On March 15 Race driver William got 4th and 6th place finishes.
Rally Sanford March 2009
Race driver William got 3rd and 5th place at these Rally races.
Rally Ocala March 2009
Race driver William Ebsary got a Second and Third place trophy on March 3rd 2009. Race driver William "Sonny" Ebsary got First and Second place points since Kathryn Lindsay won both races and she has already been to Akron as a rally champ last year. Daddy got injured as he tried to stop a runaway car off of the ramps. Please be careful!
Rally Sanford February 2009
[image: precious sibling time][image: Cora and Sonny]Race driver William won 4th and 7th. Dad said, "going to a rally in Sanford is like a day in the park."
Rally Tallahassee February 2009
[image: Tallahassee Soap Box Derby Racing] Of the four races Race Driver William best finish was 3rd, not too bad for such a wet weekend. We do LOVE the new location. The track is straight, well defined and clean. There are nearby stores and restaurants and even a hotel within walking distance. There are trees for shade and very little weekend traffic. We also enjoy seeing the Canadian Geese each morning.
Rally Sanford January 2009
[image: Soap Box Derby Race Driver Name]We had a great time at the Central Florida January Rally held in Sanford Florida (January 17, 2009). Race driver William (Sonny) finished 4th and 5th.
Rally Sanford December 2008
We had a great time at the Central Florida Holiday Rally held in Sanford Florida (December 27 and 28, 2008). Race driver William (Sonny) finished 8th, 6th, and 5th. Since this weekend only had three races, it was the perfect time for testing. One of the master's racers (Charlotte) was trying to determine which weight was optimum for her highschool science project. She did pretty well, went on to the regional fair.
Rally Sanford November 2008
[image: RVs In The Ground; one of the landmarks we look for and see on I-4]Sonny got two 6th place finishes in Sanford this weekend (November 11, 2008). Casey described going to Sanford Rally, "just like a day in the park." The Central Florida race in Sanford has a permanent track in a city park. There are clean bathrooms, a pavilion, swing sets, play grounds and a vendor selling good food.
Rally Tallahassee November 2008
[image: Race driver William prepares for the AASBD rally race weekend]Sonny finished with three 4th and a 6th on this race weekend. Well, there is something to be said for consistency![image: Race driver William and Dad are getting ready for the race][image: Patricia and T-Bow][image: Nick finds a place to catch some zzzzzz's][image: Katy William of Marrietta Georgia (Formerly Katy Cow) and Cora talk about toys] [image: Good job Race driver William][image: Thanks for all of your help!]
Rally Ocala November 2008
On November 1, we went to our second Ocala Rally. We were so glad to have the Kiwanis Club selling food. Race driver William got a 3rd place in the afternoon.
Rally Sanford October 2008
[image: Racers hang out in between their phases. (Dylan, Trina, Lucas and Alison)]We went to Central Florida Soap Box Derby Rally (Sanford, FL) Oct. 25 & 26, 2008. There were 2 Days of races, 3 Divisions of racecars (Stock, Superstock and Masters). Each day there was one double elimination and 1 single elimination race. Race Driver William gets four top 8 finishes.
Rally Tallahassee October 2008
[image: Rally Tallahassee October 2008]We went to our first Tallahassee Regional Race for the weekend of October 11th and 12th, 2008. The race was actually held in Cairo GA. Normally our whole family participates in all of the Soap Box Derby Racing but Daddy couldn't come this time so we asked for help from the other families. The two families from Sanford and several families from Tallahassee were happy to help. Racing is not just fun it is hard. Even though we all pitch in, a driver ideally would have two car handlers: one at the top of the hill and one at the bottom. Since one of ... more »
Rally Sanford September 2008
In Sanford Racedriver William got two 5th place finishes on September 27, 2008. Keep driving straight!
Rally Ocala September 2008
We went for the first time to the Ocala Track on September 6, 2008. The directions are very complicated. The race is held on Cypress Road in front of Georgia Pacific in Silver Springs Shores. We were a little late but we still made it there before the drivers' meeting. The race is sponsored by the Racecar William placed in both races 5th in one race and 7th in the other.
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