Boiler Engineering Dash
(B.E.D. Races)
Part of National Engineers Week

Bed Races
Use your engineering skills in B.E.D.

The Boiler Engineering Dash (B.E.D. Race) is a new event for students as part of National Engineers Week. The event takes place on an obstacle course set up in the armory. Students will race in teams using a bed as their vehicle as they navigate through the obstacle course. Teams will encounter both physical and mental challenges during the course. Teams will race in heats two at a time.

Participant Information
  • Wear old clothes you don't mind getting dirty!
  • Safety equipment (i.e. helmets) will be provided
  • Beds are provided; one team member rides on the bed while four members push
  • All participants will receive a free t-shirt

  • Time: 6:30-8:30pm
    Location: Purdue Armory