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Location

2725 Mariaville Road · Schenectady, NY

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Check-in is from 9:30–10:30 AM. Racing starts at 11:00 AM.

Participant Rules:
- No more than 2 riders in a sled.
- Each racer must have a liability form and a Derby pass to ride.
- You will compete at the level of the oldest rider in the Snowbox.
- Helmets are required for all riders. Helmets are available to rent from the rental shop on a first-come, first-served basis for $10 each.
- Anyone visibly under the influence will not be allowed to compete.
- Participants may not wear ski boots.

Sled Rules:
- Sleds must be made from cardboard and duct tape. Themes are highly encouraged; sleds may be painted or decorated with decals and other paper products.
- No handheld poles or steering mechanisms are allowed.
- No wood, glass, metal, plastic, or fasteners other than duct tape may be used.
- Race officials may disqualify a team and sled they deem potentially unsafe or not constructed according to the rules.
- Sleds must pass inspection to be eligible for prizes. You will have a chance to fix any violations and be reinspected.
- Designs must be family friendly. Obscene writing, shapes, or stickers are not allowed.
- Costumes and team spirit are encouraged and appreciated.

Race Rules:
- There are no practice runs.
- Each team gets two chances to race down the hill. Each run will be timed and recorded; the fastest run wins.
- The timer stops when all team members and their sled cross the finish line.
- If there is a tie or the result is too close to call, there will be a tiebreaker race. The fastest run in the tiebreaker wins the trophy.
- Unsportsmanlike conduct is grounds for disqualification.
- Teams are responsible for removing all parts of their sled after racing.

To register for the Snowbox Derby, please fill out the Snowbox Derby Registration form.

Event details may change. Confirm details on the official event website.