Cumnock Shedders rev up for cartie race
Cumnock Men’s Shed is gearing up for this year’s Royal Deeside Cartie Race 2021 on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th July 2021 on the Kincardine Castle drive.
Fraser Stone from the Corra Foundation who is helping to develop the Cumnock and District Men’s Shed said: “This project is sponsored by Barr Environmental and supported by the Corra Foundation and Shire Housing. A few weeks ago, we had no Shed, no team and no idea where to start with the cart design and build. The good news is, the stars are aligning, and things are beginning to really take shape.
“There have been some great moments of intergenerational working in our team, with both welding and engineering skills and knowledge being shared between members. The cartie frame began life as an old sit-on lawnmower which has been stripped down and adjusted to suit our needs. It even features a unique ‘Tennents Larger’ tin element in the front wheel system….a first, I am sure.
“Our build sessions are a little like ‘free Jazz’ and we are enjoying improvising and having fun exploring this year’s caped crusader theme. All will be revealed on the day!
“We are bursting with determination…picture the classic film Cool Runnings but instead of the first Jamaican Bobsleigh team, you have the very first Cumnock Cartie team! See you in July…bring it on!”
Has your Shed entered a team yet? Last chance to register!
To encourage Sheds to enter and attend one race day or even both days, the SMSA—who will have an exhibition at the two-day event—has negotiated the team entry fee down from £45 to £25 but will also reimburse this £25 to all Sheds that race—meaning it is now completely free to enter! FREE ENTRY FOR SCOTTISH SHEDS – APPLY BY THE 3RD JULY.
Full entry details—including the course map, design regulations and rules— are available on the website at https://etiom.co.uk/royal-deeside-motor-show/cartie-race
