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Cardboard Sled Derby

Saturday, March 21, 2026

near NASTAR Hill, Telluride Ski Resort | Race at 10:15 AM

REQUIRED check-in & sled inspection from 9:00 am - 10:00 am on race day

 

Sleds will race a minimum of two times. Awards ceremony following the race.

$35 per sled | Registration includes a snack

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One to One Mentoring families race for FREE!

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Please read the Cardboard Sled Derby rules prior to building your sled and registering! 

​SLED RULES
 

  • All sleds will be inspected for compliance. Sled inspectors have the final say.

  • PERMITTED MATERIALS - Sleds may be constructed of corrugated cardboard, paint, tape, and glue ONLY. String/rope for handles accepted.

  • NOT PERMITTED MATERIALS - sonotubes or similar pressed hard structural paper, metal (including metal tape), plastic, or wood.

  • Sleds must have a front, a bottom, and two sides at least 6 inches in height, and the racer's bodies must fit on the sled.

  • WINGS extending more than 6 inches are NOT PERMITTED

  • Runners must not extend more than 6 inches in front of the sled.

  • Any sled that questions the safety of the racer or audience will be asked to alter the sled or will not be able to race.

  • Participants will be allowed to fix any issues before racing begins

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RACER RULES 
 

  • Racers are required to wear ski helmets, goggles, gloves, long sleeves, and long pants

  • Racers CANNOT wear ski boots

  • Open to ages 5-14 (maximum age is 14 years of age by 3/23/2026)

  • Maximum of 2 racers per sled

  • Racers may race on one sled team only

  • Each racer's legal guardian MUST sign a WAIVER & RELEASE FORM for youth to participate.

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