This time, as part of the EURIDE project, we headed to a race in France. Four students from Ravne High School raced with the “King Matjaž’s Chariot” – a pedal car they have already built for the previous race in Holice, Czech Republic.
This time, the first race took place on Saturday, September 23rd in Ornans, and the second one on Sunday, September 24th in Valentigney. Both races were part of the European championship, and in addition to the French, Italians, Czechs, and Slovenians also participated. Ornans had a total of 30 teams competing, while Valentigney had two less. Congratulations to all the French participants who ended up on the podium, which was not surprising since pedal car racing is recognized as a sport in France, and the racers are often skilled cyclists.
We are thrilled to have the opportunity to be part of the EURIDE project, whose main goal is to expand activities related to pedal cars, strengthen organizations already involved in these activities, and, through organizing races, show people, especially the youth, that pedal car racing is a fun and healthy activity that offers new skills and the opportunity to connect with people across Europe.
Within the EURIDE project, we have one more race ahead, scheduled for April 20, 2024, at Vista Park near Lake Velenje. This will be the first pedal car race in Slovenia, and the APGA Institute is excited to organize this opening event. We look forward to your visit!
Would you like to build your own pedal car and participate in the race in Velenje? Contact us at zavodapga@gmail.com, and we will provide you with plans and instructions for making a pedal car.
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