Since our CPF is mostly volunteer-driven and often underfunded, we rely on donations and fundraising to support our activities.
Here are the key reasons we raise funds:
To organize a fun, engaging, and safe kaskar race that fosters community spirit, encourages creativity and engineering skills, and raises funds for designated local schools' sports facilities and equipment.
The race will end at the intersection of the entrance between erf 4963 and erf 4100 into Marsh Street, with a safety stretch extending to approximately 10 meters before the Marsh Street/Church Street traffic light.
There are three GROUPS of Kaskarre:
Group | Description | Image | Additional Info |
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Group 1: Advanced Kaskar Build | Materials: No Limits. | ![]() |
Requires advanced skills for construction. |
Group 2: Intermediate Kaskar Build | Materials: Wood, plastic, and some metal for steering and braking purposes. | ![]() |
Suitable for intermediate builders with some experience. |
Group 3: Easy Kaskar Build | Materials: Wood. Only axles, braking system, and mounting bolts are allowed to be metal. No nails allowed – use strong wood screws (preferably bolts and nuts) and glue to assemble. | ![]() |
Perfect for beginners and simple construction. Visit the store. |
The following regulations apply to ALL kaskarre:
Kaskarre are powered by nothing more than gravity, leg muscles, and adrenaline. Your kaskar can't have an engine or a wind sail to drive it; this race is only based on the force of gravity.
There are three basic requirements for the kaskar and participants:
Please follow these steps to complete your registration for the Greater Mossel Bay CPF Kaskar Race 2025. The registration form is at the bottom of this list of instructions:
Registration Form Serial Number: _______________ |
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Captain: Name: ________________________ Surname: _____________________ |
Driver: Name: ________________________ Surname: _____________________ |
Team Members: 1. Name: __________________ Surname: __________________ 2. Name: __________________ Surname: __________________ 3. Name: __________________ Surname: __________________ 4. Name: __________________ Surname: __________________ |
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07:00-09:00 | Setup and Preparation
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09:00-13:00 | Racing Schedule:
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12:00 | Judges Finalising results | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
12:10 | Awards Ceremony at the Amphitheatre in the Harry Giddy Park | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
12:30 | Event Wrap-Up: Thank participants and sponsors. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
13:00 | Event Ends: Clean up and disperse. |
Note: Each racer receives a bronze medal for participating (48 x 6 = 288 medals).
Thoroughly inspect the racecourse for any hazards or obstacles that could pose a risk to participants. Clear the course of debris and ensure that it is suitable for racing.
Neighbourhood Watch Patrol Members will marshal the event.
Neighbourhood Watch Gazebo's who braai must have the following at their gazebo's:
Support from our Fire Department is required to assist with the event when emergencies occur.
Neighbourhood Watches to have marshals doing point services along the route.
To organize the soapbox cart race efficiently, we need to create a timeline that accommodates the following:
Key Roles | Key Responsibilities | Volunteer(s) |
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Leadership & Governance | ||
Event Director | Overall event leadership, stakeholder management, final decision-making, crisis resolution. | Arthur Riordan [email protected] |
Project Manager | Oversee timelines, budget tracking, team coordination, progress reporting. | Jan Benadè [email protected] |
Financial Manager | Manages event budget, sponsor payments, ticket sales, expense tracking. | Fiona Williamson [email protected] |
Legal & Compliance Officer | Ensuring permits, insurance, contracts, safety regulations, and risk assessments are in place. | Philip Mattheus [email protected] |
Safety & Emergency | ||
Safety Officer | Conducts safety inspections (racetrack, carts), enforces safety protocols, and overseas emergency drills. | Wilana Boshoff [email protected] |
Medical Team (EMTs/First Aid) | Sets up first aid stations, responds to injuries, coordinates with hospitals if needed. | Juan Barnard [email protected] |
Fire Safety Team | Monitors fire risks (especially near crowds/carts), ensure extinguishers are accessible. | Shadrack Shishana [email protected] |
Police & Security Liaison | Manages crowd control, deters theft/vandalism, handles major incidents. | Lt Col Ashley Michaels [email protected] |
Traffic & Parking Manager | Plans road closures, parking zones, shuttle services, and pedestrian flow. | Antoinette Snyders [email protected] |
Race Operations | ||
Race Director | Enforces race rules, resolves disputes, oversees fair competition. | Hannelie Marais [email protected] |
Judges Panel | Scores races (speed, design, creativity), announce winners. | Nathan Pillay [email protected] |
Track Design & Construction Team | Designs/builds the track (ramps, barriers), ensures it meets safety standards. | Volunteer needed |
Marshals (Track Officials) | Manages race starts/finishes, warns of hazards, communicates with Race Director. | Volunteer needed |
Timing & Scoring Team | Records lap times, ranks competitors, validates results. | Volunteer needed |
Technical/IT & AV Team | Manages sound systems, live timing screens, microphones, and announcements. | Volunteer needed |
Kaskarre Inspectors | Checks cart safety (brakes, structure, weight), approves/rejects entries. | Volunteer needed |
Logistics & Infrastructure | ||
Logistics Coordinator | Coordinates equipment transport, storage, and setup/teardown. | Volunteer needed |
Venue Setup & Breakdown Crew | Erects barriers, stages, signage, and stalls; clears post-event. | Volunteer needed |
Waste Management Team | Provides bins, recycling, post-event cleanup, and waste disposal. | Volunteer needed |
Power & Utilities Manager | Ensure generators, electricity for stalls/AV, and lighting. | Volunteer needed |
Participant Services | ||
Registration & Ticketing Team | Handles participant check-in, ticket sales, waivers, and wristbands. | Clinton Etheridge [email protected] |
Hospitality Coordinator | Manages VIP/sponsor lounge, guest seating, and refreshments. | Elmarie Landman [email protected] |
Vendor & Market Stall Manager | Allocates stall spaces, collects fees, ensures vendor compliance. | Jacky Carstens [email protected] |
Crowd Control & Ushers | Directs spectator flow, manages seating, and entry/exit points. | Volunteer needed |
Marketing & Sponsorship | ||
Sponsorship Manager | Secures sponsors, negotiates deals, ensures sponsor branding visibility. | Volunteer needed |
PR & Media Liaison | Arranges interviews, press passes and manages photographer access. | Deidre Swanepoel [email protected] |
Marketing & Advertising Team | Promote the event via social media, posters, press releases, and ads. | Yolande Heyneke [email protected] |
Event Announcer | Engages crowd with commentary, race updates, and announcements. | Volunteer needed |
Volunteers & Support | ||
Volunteer Coordinator | Recruits, trains, schedules, and supervises volunteers. | Ian Retief [email protected] |
Food & Beverage Coordinator | Oversees food vendors, water stations, and hygiene compliance. | Suzette O'Brien [email protected] |
Finance & Admin | ||
Financial Controller | Tracks income/expenses, reconcile payments, provides post-event financial report. | Volunteer needed |
Ticketing & Payments Team | Manages online/on-site sales, refunds, and attendee data. | Volunteer needed |
Support the Kaskar Race 2025 and gain valuable brand exposure!
R20,000+
R8,000–R15,000
R5,000–R10,000
R3,000–R7,000
R2,000–R5,000
In-kind or R1,500+
We welcome custom sponsorship packages! Contact us to discuss tailored opportunities.
Email Our TeamDATE: 30 AUGUST 2025
Marsh street, Mosselbay/Giddy Park
We do not have a liquor license for this event. NO ALCOHOL may be sold or consumed at the Mosselbay CPF Kaskar Race. Any violation of this policy will result in immediate removal from the event.
This document consists of 3 pages, all of which must be completed, signed and sent back to us before the deadline.
Email to: [email protected]