Saying goodbye to a 30-plus-year tradition: The final Folsom Handcar Derby

Saying goodbye to a 30-plus-year tradition: The final Folsom Handcar Derby

Athletes and enthusiasts gathered to honor this unique tradition, where competitors race 850-pound handcars — custom machinery reminiscent of bygone railroad days.

Final Folsom Handcar Derby Draws Over 80 Participants; And The Winners Are.. – Folsom Times

Cheers, laughter, and the rhythmic clatter of handcars marked the end of a beloved Folsom tradition Sunday as the final Handcar Derby rolled through Historic Folsom for its 32nd and final year. The event, hosted by the Friends of the Folsom Railroad Museum, brought together longtime participants, first-time racers, and a dedicated crowd for a day filled with nostalgia, fierce competition, and heartfelt farewells. Held on the rails adjacent to th…