GRAND PRIX
Adult - Pedal Kart - Relay
May 20, 2023 6-10PM
Lunken Airport, Hangar #2
The adult-only ChangingGears Grand Prix is back! The Grand Prix is a fundraising event that is a blast for participants and spectators! The main event is a pedal kart, relay race tournament where four person teams go head-to-head around an indoor track with a few fun obstacles along the way. Check out this video from a previous event:
In addition to the race, and all included with the ticket price, there will be food, drinks, post race pedal kart rides, and plenty of excitement for the crowd, all while supporting a great cause of providing affordable transportation solutions for people working their way out of poverty.
The Winner’s Circle
Congrats to all the Grand Prix Team Champions!
HOW THE RACE WORKS
TEAMS
Each team will consist of 4 racers. All participants must be 21 years of age or older. All team members must be present for registration and sign a waiver prior to participating.
PEDAL KARTS
Pedal karts will be provided for you. No need to bring your own ride. A pedal kart is basically a bike with four wheels and a steering wheel.
RACING
Each race will consist of a two team, head-to-head, relay race. Each team member will drive one lap. Driver exchanges will take place in a designated area by the start/finish line.
There is no pushing or shoving of the other team during the race. Drivers that do will be disqualified. We agree rubbin’ is racin’ in NASCAR, but these are pedal karts and you’re not Dale Earnhardt.
The champion will be determined through a bracket style tournament, and winners of each race will advance to the next round.
ATTIRE
COSTUMES ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED. There will even be an award for the best team costume. Let’s see what you got.
Every team member must wear a helmet (bike helmets work great) and close-toed shoes. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS. To quicken the driver exchange, we encourage every team member to bring their own helmet.
FAQS
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No. This is a 21+ event only. So get a sitter (and probably an Uber). It’s going to be a fun night!
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Yes. It will not be a full double-elimination tournament, but each team will get a minimum of two races.
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To add excitement, a fun obstacle will be added to the race each round of the tournament. Nothing to worry about, the obstacles will be easy enough for anyone to ride through on the pedal kart.
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Yes! Our event will be held at an indoor/outdoor venue with plenty of room to spread out. The airport hangar garage doors will be open during the event.
Sanitizer will be available throughout the venue.
