
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
One to One Mentoring families race for FREE!
DERBY RULES



SLED RULES
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All sleds will be inspected for compliance. Sled inspectors have the final say.
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PERMITTED MATERIALS - Sleds may be constructed of corrugated cardboard, paint, tape, and glue ONLY. String/rope for handles accepted.
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NOT PERMITTED MATERIALS - sonotubes or similar pressed hard structural paper, metal (including metal tape), plastic, or wood.
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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.
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WINGS extending more than 6 inches are NOT PERMITTED
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Runners must not extend more than 6 inches in front of the sled.
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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.
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Participants will be allowed to fix any issues before racing begins
RACER RULES
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Racers are required to wear ski helmets, goggles, gloves, long sleeves, and long pants
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Racers CANNOT wear ski boots
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Open to ages 5-14 (maximum age is 14 years of age by 3/23/2026)
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Maximum of 2 racers per sled
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Racers may race on one sled team only
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Each racer's legal guardian MUST sign a WAIVER & RELEASE FORM for youth to participate.
Sponsor a Sled
Sponsoring a sled in the Cardboard Sled Derby is a great way to support One to One Mentoring. All proceeds from sponsorships directly support the mentoring program.
If you would like to be a sponsor email tara@onetoonetelluride.org
Sponsorship Levels
Headlight Sponsor | $750+
• Your logo/name on at least one sled
• Your banner or feather flag displayed at the event
(provided by you)
Pace Car Sponsor | $500
• Your logo/name on at least one sled
Spark Plug Sponsor | $350
• Your logo/name on a sled

