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Looking for a getaway that will fit nicely into your budget and allow you to romance her with that southern charm? Well Kentucky is the place to do that and there is no better time than in late...
You don't have to be from Kentucky to enjoy the Derby. Since moving to the west coast my wife and I have brought many skeptics on board from all over the country. Nothing beats a day of mint...
Even if you can't see the greatest 2 minutes in sports live, there is so much to do in Louisville during the Derby festival. Here is a sample of what goes on during the 1st Saturday in May and how...
Build a quick little race car.
In horse racing, the Triple Crown is a term used to describe a series of three races that take place from early May through June. If a horse wins all three events, he's said to have won the Triple...
This is my standard betting method for the Kentucky Derby. I have used it for the last 20 years and have hit some great payoffs. It is always a thrill to win big on the Kentucky Derby and this...
Who cares if you don't like horse racing! You like parties! You get a theme and run with it. How about a Kentucky Derby Party.
After the Kentucky Derby has been run, a few of the best of the three year old horses move on to run in the Preakness at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore. This is the second race of the Triple...
How can you resist celebrating an event nicknamed "The Run for the Roses”? This one has it all: gorgeous horses with names cooler then rappers’, iconic wardrobe, minty-fresh cocktails and friendly...
A scouting tradition, the Pinewood Derby is an annual racing event where Cub Scouts, with the help of parents, build their own non-motorized cars from wood, usually from Official Pinewood Derby...
The Kentucky Derby betting starts early in the year by allowing people to bet on potential Kentucky Derby contenders in what are called Future Wager Pools. Pool one was held Feb. 12-15, Pool two...
If you are visiting the Louisville area, a stop at Churchill Downs is a must. The iconic Twin Spires overlook the track where the Kentucky Derby is run each year. Visit Churchill Downs...
On May 17, 1875, 15 3-year-old thoroughbreds went to the post at Churchill Downs. They burst from the starting line, galloped around the track for one-and-a-half miles, and launched an event...
This is a very simple recipe for derby pie using just a handful of ingredients.
This is the easiest and tastiest way to make a Mint Julep. Don't forget to put your Derby on ! It will taste even better !
FOR DEMOLITION DERBY FANS ! LOVE TO WATCH ALL THE CLEVER IDEAS DRIVERS DECORATE THEIR CARS WITH AT A DEMOLITION DERBY RACE ? THIS ARTICLE WILL GIVE YOU SOME GOOD IDEAS FOR YOUR OWN CAR IF YOU ARE...
Each year, youngsters from all over the world race the cars they build or assemble themselves for the Soap Box Derby. Though today's cars are more high-tech, the derby remains a wholesome activity...
The soap box derby car is a small, handmade car with no motor that is run solely on the power of gravity. It can be built using simple materials, and the popularity of the soap box derby has made...
The types of wheels used on soap box derby cars have changed significantly since the first racers coasted down that hill in Ohio in 1934. Buying the appropriate wheels for your soap box car will...
It's easy to bet on the Kentucky Derby. You can bet the day of the race, 10 minutes before the race, or even months in advance. You could bet on a single horse to win or box several horses in an...
Want another way to gamble? Don't have time for a fantasy baseball league? A Home Run Derby is easy to organize and gives you and your friends another outlet for smack talk. It's simply a draft...
The Kentucky Derby is held every May at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, the center of the thoroughbred racing world. It's the longest continuously-held sporting event in America. Thus,...
It takes more than skating skills to excel at roller derby. You need to be as tough as you are fast to survive brutal blocks and body checks from rival skaters. Before you're ready to lace up your...
Spectacle has always been a huge part of roller derby's popularity. The mix of speed and violence has made roller derby an American institution for nearly 100 years. To prepare to compete, you'll...
Very little has changed in the sport of roller derby since it was created in the early 1920s. For the most part, the rules and the equipment necessary to play have remained unchanged. Before...
The barrel roll is the most common way of protecting and stopping yourself when you're knocked down in roller derby. This method of rolling along the track is always enjoyed by roller derby fans...
Sage derby is a cheese that originated in the 17th century, back when the green herb was thought to have medicinal and every magical powers. Sage is a spice commonly used in poultry seasoning, so...
Learn all about the rules of roller derby and what rules to follow on roller derby from one of the founders in this free instructional video on starting a roller derby team.
Learn all about how to practice and when to practice plus if there are league dues in roller derby in this free instructional video on starting a roller derby team.
The Pinewood Derby is an annual event that Cub Scouts across the United States take part in. They design their own small derby cars from blocks of wood, attach the wheels, decorate them, and then...
So you're gonna be racing in the pinewood derby, you obviously want the fastest car but how? Use these easy steps on the wheels and car to make your car the fastest. Take it from a 3 time regional...
Quite possibly the most famous of all horse races, the Kentucky Derby is known as the most exciting two minutes in sports! Here's how to pick a Derby winner, and enjoy bragging rights or big money!
Roller skating has been around since as early as 1884, and with the recent revival of Roller Derby, everyone is starting to jump into the fun! Roller Derby consist of a few basic rules and a whole...
Collecting Kentucky Derby glasses can be quite fun and even profitable if you know what you are looking for and can spot a valuable glass. Derby glasses date all the way back to 1938 and continue...
As in the Kentucky Derby and the Preakness, I always bet on the horses in the Belmont going off at 15-1 or higher. The Belmont seems to produce many a long shot winner because of the new mix of...
Akron, Ohio, is about 40 miles south of Cleveland. But you don't have to visit Akron's more famous neighbor city to enjoy a great vacation; Akron has terrific attractions of its own. From museums...
Louisville, Kentucky, is a charming city steeped in rich Southern history and the birthplace of many classic American icons, including the Louisville Slugger, Abraham Lincoln and world-famous...
Known as The Bluegrass State, Kentucky is a state that is considered to both be northern and southern at the same time. The bluegrass term comes from the natural grasses that grow here in the...
Louisville, Kentucky, is most famous as the home of the renowned Kentucky Derby. A horse-breeding state, Louisville is the mecca for breeders and fans alike. The month of May of every year turns...
They say that gambling is a fool’s paradise, but by using a little savvy you should easily be able to select the winning horse at the Kentucky Derby every year.
Louisville's culture is a unique mix of southern and midwestern influences. The city is the largest in Kentucky and plays host to the famous Kentucky Derby and many other unique events and...
Resting on the banks of the Ohio River just across from Indiana, Louisville is a city all its own, blending Kentucky’s rural outdoorsy flavor with a friendly southern sophistication. Weekend...
Racing a soap box derby car is only half the fun. Building the right soap box derby car is one of the most rewarding aspects of the hobby. Knowing which kind of soap box derby car to build can be...
The soap box derby has been around for decades, and even today its popularity continues to grow. Millions of people around the world are building and racing their soap box cars every year. How you...
Soap box derbies are a terrific way to show off the car you've built and test it against other people's designs. Millions of people around the world build and race their soap box derby cars. One...
A soap box car is not permitted to have a motor or other form of power. The only thing that is permitted to make a soap box derby car move is gravity. You are, however, allowed to steer it and to...
Soap box derbies are typically annual events held in the summer months. From coast to coast and across the globe, children from ages 8 to 17 are putting on their helmets and gearing up for races...
Many youths and young adults enjoy the thrill of building a soap box derby car and racing their creations against other enthusiasts. For many, a soap box derby race is a matter of pride, both in...
Soap box derby car races are popular events in cities around the country. Some racers devote hours a day to building, designing, and practicing for the next big event. Some soap box derby car...
Soap box derby cars are a lot of fun to build, but if you've never done it before you can easily feel lost. Trial and error is how many racers have learned derby car construction, but that can end...