On Saturday June 11, 2011 I had the chance to take photos of the fifth edition of the Orleans soap box race.
This event is a good opportunity for families to pass quality family time in a friendly competitive setting, where the best builders and drivers prevail.
This set of photos are a testimony to the more than 80 participants of this year's race, and also to the organizers and all families and friends working to make it happen.
This is for you enjoy.
The cars in their colourful glory, and close by are their drivers preparing their race strategies.
The classic and minimalist forms make these vehicles fast and efficient.
Old champions are now giving the chance to other generations, by passing the wheel of their speeding fury to their kids to go on as champs.
Some find ways to relieve the pressure and the anticipation of the race.
The rules and regulations are passed to the drivers. Safety is imperative, but fun is the prime objective.
The starting line officials are ready, and the races will soon start.
The cars are fast going down the hill, going up to a speed more than 30 km/h
With speed comes concentration.
The drivers are one with their car.
Some heats are closer than others.
And as the categories got to the pros, the speed got faster.
Some drivers come from out of town for this event. This driver is from Laval Quebec.
A serious driver doing up to five races per year from all over Ontario and Quebec .
His dedication shows in his speed going down the track.
A beautiful day for racing.
A big thank you to the Orleans Soap Box Derby 2011 organizers for allowing RA photography to capture some of those precious moments. See you next year!
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