Microgaming Soapbox Race Back for a Third Year
Published on by Andrew Mills
After successful events the last two years, the Microgaming Soapbox Race is heading back to Douglas, Isle of Man, for a third straight time this September.
Open to everyone
If you fancy yourself as something of a racer, or you think you can design the perfect soapbox vehicle, then this is the competition for you.Entries are now open for the event, which is due to take place on September 3rd, 2016, just after the Manx Grand Prix, obviously!Wacky is the name of the game in this race, the crazier the cart the better. Last year’s 41 entrants saw everything from a lifeboat to a wheelie bin hurtling down the course trying to set the fastest time.
About the course
As in previous years, the course will run from Circular Road, down Upper Church Street and finally onto Barrack Street. But this year there is an added challenge with new jumps, chicanes, and obstacles to beat.The Microgaming Soapbox Race is becoming quite the popular event for racers and spectators alike and looks set to cement its place on the calendar for many years to come.Claire Coleman, Head of Microgaming PlayItForward is delighted to see the event returning:““It has been so rewarding to watch this event grow year-on-year, and to see the crowds gather on the night and be thoroughly entertained for the evening.”Entries are open to corporate teams for £100, and private teams for £50, visit douglassoapbox.com for more information and to put your name down for the soapbox event of the year!