Klamath Falls, Oregon.

2011 Wrap-Up

The 2011 Race was wonderful. The weather was perfect, the crowds were enthusiastic, and everyone had a great time. 11 sculptures were at the starting line. See the full report here.

Next Race

The 2012 Race will be June 22 to June 24. It sounds like a long way off, but it's never too early to start! Check out important dates and info

OK, OK, but what is the Klamath Kinetic Challenge anyways?

If you've had your head in the sand the last seven years you may not know what a Kinetic Sculpture Race is. Well, Kinetic Sculptures are homemade, human powered vehicles able to travel (hopefully) over land, sand, muck, rocks and, oh yeah, water. They carry one, two, four or more people. The race is to see if these fantastic creations are able to negotiate the course. Awards are given for engineering/construction, art, speed and many other frivolous achievements. The Race is really a Festival put on FOR THE FUN of all involved, including spectators. (See links for information on other kinetic sculpture races.)

Cool, who builds these Sculptures ?

Well, you can. Sculptures came from all over for previous events. In 2008 five local teams entered, and in 2007 there were six. We're hoping even more adventurous, ingenuous people from Klamath Falls will enter sculptures in the future. You can do this. Race festivities are best enjoyed by those directly involved.

Workshops are held every once in a while to assist you with the pesky details of building a Sculpture of your own. Check this web page for up coming Workshops and other helpful events, or if interested contact us. You could get us off our duffs to organize the next workshop.

I'd like to build one but (insert excuse). How else can I be involved ?

Volunteers are always needed. Planning is already underway for the seventh Annual KKC and you could have a positive impact. Volunteers are highly appreciated by the Racers and "bribes" are readily given. You really don't want to miss this event again. (See the contacts section and let us know you are interested.)

I really don't have much time but I'd like to watch.

You betcha. The Klamath Kinetic Challenge is much more fun for those intimately involved but spectators are an integral part. Come out race day for a spectacle seldom seen in Klamath Falls. See the For Spectators section to the left. You'll be glad you came out.

A heart felt thank you for all who've made the KKC such a success. Sponsors, volunteers, racers and spectators. Thank You.