Kinetic Sculpture Race

I played hooky from work today and went across town to Union Reservoir where the 35th annual Kinetic Sculpture Race was happening. What is a Kinetic Sculpture Race?

“Teams build human powered vehicles that must complete a course that goes over land, water, and various other obstacles (both intended and otherwise). Teams are scored on how fast they complete the course, how well/interesting their craft is put together, the “funness” of their theme/costumes, and numerous other qualities as judged by various individuals who have been deemed experts in their kinetics related field of study.” – kineticists.org

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