Experience the Thrill of Soap Box Derby!
Building skills, friendships, and memories since 1952 in Salem, Oregon.
For kids, families, and the whole community.
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What is Soap Box Derby?

The Soap Box Derby is a youth racing program where kids ages 8–17 build and race gravity-powered cars. It's about learning craftsmanship, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a fun, family-friendly environment.

How to Get Started?

  • Kids aged 8–17 can join
  • Build or lease a car with help from our team
  • Participate in trial days, practice sessions, and car clinics
  • Register for the next race and start your journey!
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Why Join?

  • Fun, safe, and exciting competition
  • Build lifelong friendships and skills
  • Be part of a unique tradition
  • Compete for a chance to race at the World Championships in Akron, Ohio
Next Race: NDR Rally - March 17 & 18, 2012
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Our Champions

Ariel Gear
Ariel Gear
2011 Master Local Champ
Maj Wehrmeister
Maj Wehrmeister
2011 Stock Local Champ
Cullen Tucker
Cullen Tucker
2011 Super Stock Local Champ
Tajha Goodwin
Tajha Goodwin
2011 Stock Rally Champ
7th Place World
Jared Sjolin
Jared Sjolin
2011 Masters Rally Champ
Jarritt Youngers
Jarritt Youngers
2011 Masters Rally Champ
Aubrey McClaran
Aubrey McClaran
2011 Stock Rally Champ
Tucker McClaran
Tucker McClaran
2011 Super Stock Rally Champ