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Local kids pull big weight in Hawkeye Pedal Pull
Aug. 20, 2023 10:37 am
Young Fairgoers pedaled their way to success in the 2023 Hawkeye Pedal Pull held Tuesday, August 15, at the 2023 Iowa State Fair.
In the Pedal Pull, kids attempt to pedal a mini tractor 40 feet (a "full pull") pulling a box weighing 80 pounds for 4-year-olds to 260 pounds for 11-year-olds. In the event of a tie or two full pulls, weight is added and a re-pull is held to determine the winner.
The local youngsters who placed in their divisions are as follows:
GIRLS
4-Year-Olds
2. Paisley Syfert, Lockridge
8-Year-Olds
1. Addison Syfert, Lockridge
3. Finley Frank, Riverside
10-Year-Olds
2. Maddison Meacham, Richland
BOYS
6-Year-Olds
2. Bentley Stingel, Washington
