General

• The basic design is a cart with four wheels, a push bar, and front steering.
• Any construction material may be used, provided that the safety requirements are met.
• Moving bolts on the pushcart must have lock nuts or double nuts or be designed so that they don’t work loose ie. loctite.

Wheels and Steering

• Wheels, including tires, must not exceed 14″ in diameter.
• Front wheels must not contact the cart on full steering lock causing front wheels to lock.
• The steering is to be operated by the driver, that is, not the pusher.

Safety

• Protruding bolts must be cut off and jagged edges filed smooth.
• The design shall be free of protrusions or other features capable of causing interference or injury to fellow competitors or spectators.
• Each member of the team must wear knee and elbow pads, an approved bicycle helmet and protective gloves.
• Pushcarts must demonstrate stability to compete in all events.
• All teams must present their pushcart and team members to the judges for Tech Inspection before participating.
• An official CAA Tech Inspection Sticker will be allocated to teams after successful completion of Tech Inspection.
• Pushcarts will not be permitted to participate without an official CAA sticker.

If you are having trouble with building your own Cart, please look at these sample cart specifications that can be used as a guide to building your own cart.