# buildwith · Red Bull Soapbox Race: sources Row #13 of `experiences_v1.csv` (research pass 3 Oct 2026, IST). Dates and deadlines come from `cal.py` (date check 4 Oct 2026, IST), which is the source of truth for dates, with the 4 Oct 2026 source-rule audit applied. The page deliberately shows **no prices** and no contact emails; see the official site. | Fact used | Source | |---|---| | Name, place (Multi-city (2026: Los Angeles, Denver, London), Multiple), continent | https://www.redbull.com/int-en/event-series/red-bull-soapbox-race (primary) · https://www.redbull.com/gb-en/events/red-bull-soapbox-race-london-2026 (secondary) | | Usual timing: May-June (varies by city) | https://www.redbull.com/int-en/event-series/red-bull-soapbox-race (primary) · https://www.redbull.com/gb-en/events/red-bull-soapbox-race-london-2026 (secondary) | | What you build / use: BUILD a human/gravity-powered soapbox kart | https://www.redbull.com/int-en/event-series/red-bull-soapbox-race (primary) · https://www.redbull.com/gb-en/events/red-bull-soapbox-race-london-2026 (secondary) | | How a traveller takes part: Apply as a team with a design; selected teams build and race | https://www.redbull.com/int-en/event-series/red-bull-soapbox-race (primary) · https://www.redbull.com/gb-en/events/red-bull-soapbox-race-london-2026 (secondary) | | Participation level: Build-compete (application) | https://www.redbull.com/int-en/event-series/red-bull-soapbox-race (primary) · https://www.redbull.com/gb-en/events/red-bull-soapbox-race-london-2026 (secondary) | | Entry requirements / deadline: London 2026: 4 members 18+, application with design; deadline 1 Mar 2026 | https://www.redbull.com/int-en/event-series/red-bull-soapbox-race (primary) · https://www.redbull.com/gb-en/events/red-bull-soapbox-race-london-2026 (secondary) | | Verification note (research pass): Red Bull runs editions irregularly per city. | experiences_v1.csv | | Date: May 2027 · date TBC: Red Bull Soapbox Race 2027 (no editions announced; 2026 ran May-Jun). Watch for announcements; London 2026 applications closed 1 Mar. | https://www.redbull.com/int-en/event-series/red-bull-soapbox-race | | Date: Jun 2027 · date TBC: Red Bull Soapbox Race 2027 (no editions announced; 2026 ran May-Jun). Watch for announcements; London 2026 applications closed 1 Mar. | https://www.redbull.com/int-en/event-series/red-bull-soapbox-race | | Take-part route "Apply as a team with a design" (Team entry): Apply with your soapbox design; selected teams build a gravity-powered kart and race it. For London 2026, teams were 4 members aged 18+. | Re-worded from the CSV row and the dated items above | | Check note: 2027 editions are NOT announced. Red Bull runs editions irregularly by city. | CSV verification notes / dated items above | ## Skills you'll need (section 03) | Fact used | Source | |---|---| | Skills (this experience): Designing and building a gravity-powered soapbox kart: chassis, steering, brakes, wheels; Building to the event's size and weight limits and passing scrutineering; Team showmanship: theme, costumes and a pre-race performance | Skills research, checked 2026-10-04 (IST) | | Difficulty (our estimate): Skilled team; prep time (our estimate): 6–12 weeks of team design and build after selection. Difficulty and prep time are Curiosta editorial estimates for a first-timer, not organiser figures. | Curiosta editorial estimate | | Refresher, practice and safety steps: Read the current event's rules first: limits differ by city (LA 2026: max 6 ft wide, 12 ft long, 7 ft tall, at least 7 in ground clearance, max 176 lb without driver; UK/Ireland: 2 m × 3.5 m × 2.5 m, 10 cm clearance, 80 kg). / Gravity only: no engines, batteries or stored energy. The pit crew (max 4) pushes only to the start line. / Start with a stable, low chassis (plywood or a stripped trailer or ride-on mower frame) and keep wheels well spread for balance. / Brakes and steering must genuinely work: brakes acting on at least two wheels (official guide), and steering that isn't twitchy at speed. / Use sturdy wheels: thin pram or bicycle wheels can wobble or collapse over jumps. / Make bodywork light and sacrificial (foam, cardboard) over a strong frame; the driver must be able to get out fast. Helmets are required. / Judging covers creativity, showmanship and speed, so rehearse your skit as well as your driving. / Sketch your design to the rules and build a small cardboard model to test the theme. / Build and test the brake and steering mechanism on a flat lot first, then a gentle slope. / Rehearse a 30-second team skit. / Helmets (and a gum shield in UK rules) for the driver and co-driver. / Working brakes on at least two wheels; test at speed before race day. / Driver must be able to exit the cockpit quickly. | Our summary of the resources below | | Resource (Official; publisher: Red Bull (event organiser)): The Rules – Red Bull Soapbox Race Los Angeles 2026: Official measurements, energy, crew and judging rules for a 2026 edition. | https://www.redbull.com/us-en/events/soapbox-race-la-usa-2026/rules-sbr-la | | Resource (Official; publisher: Red Bull (event organiser)): How to build a winning Red Bull Soapbox racer: A UK champion team captain's chassis, wheel, brake and steering tips, published by the organiser. | https://www.redbull.com/gb-en/how-to-build-a-soapbox-car | | Resource (Official; publisher: Red Bull (event organiser)): Red Bull Soapbox Race Belfast – here's all you need to know: Recaps the official UK/Ireland size and weight limits, scoring and helmet rule. | https://www.redbull.com/ie-en/red-bull-soapbox-ireland | | Also consulted for the skills section | https://www.redbull.com/int-en/event-series/red-bull-soapbox-race | | Note: Use the rules for the edition you enter; 2027 editions aren't announced. | Skills research (gap recorded) | See also: skills guide `skills/human-powered-craft/` ## Check notes shown on the page - 2027 editions are NOT announced. Red Bull runs editions irregularly by city. ## Our grouping - Levels shown: Team entry (our grouping of the CSV participation level "Build-compete (application)"). - Usual months used by the month filter: May, Jun.