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2nd Annual Belt Sander Races
Friday, July 30th, 2010
8:00 pm

Cold Spring, Minnesota,  USA

RULES 

OPEN CLASS

·       This is an “Open” category for sanders with or without alterations.

·       Belt sander must propel itself with a conventional sanding belt only.

·       Modifications and substitutions are allowed to the motor, drive system, electricals, etc.

·       Track Guides and Wheelie Bars are allowed and encouraged (see Track Guide).

·       Decorations are allowed and encouraged.

 

TRACK

·       Two plywood tracks, 1 foot apart.  Sanders will race side-by-side.

·       Inside dimension of track is 7 ¾” wide with 2 ½” high side walls.

·       Racetrack length is approximately 30’ long.  There is a 20’ run-out track after the finish line.

·       Race entries must fit into track and run on track surface.

 

POWER

·       Standard 120 volts A.C.

·       Belt sander must plug into standard 3-prong extension cord provided.

·       Sander must run on supplied power, typically 20 amps.

 

SANDING BELT

·       Race entry must run on unaltered, store bought sanding belt.

·       Any size or grit of sanding belt is acceptable provided it fits in track.

 

RACING

·       Race Official’s decision is final.

·       Race entry owners are responsible for tracking entry belt before each race.

·       Race entry owners are responsible for ensuring sander fits into track.

·       Race entry owners are responsible for any sander decorations.

·       Race entry owners are responsible for all risks or damage to their sander.

·       Once sander is placed on track, it cannot be touched, adjusted, or interfered with.

·       Race Official aligns entries at starting line and plugs into power cord.

·       Race Official is responsible for making sure sander switch is on.

·       Race will be replayed if switch was not on or, in Race Official’s discretion, any other unfair situation occurred.

·       Race Officials collect sanders at end of track and return them to their owners.

·       Sander is disqualified if it stops, jumps track, flips, or does not finish for any reason.

 

PRIZES

There will be a prize for the best-dressed belt sander and 1^st place.

For More Info: Contact Tim at 320-685-8226
or [email protected]