The New England Belt Sander Racing Association resulted from a 1988 discussion of possible Olympic Games woodworking events. Belt sander racing was deemed the safest of the options and since then a group of self-proclaimed lunatics have gathered every year or so to misuse the power tool. The races became so popular that they had to take a hiatus a few years ago. They were back this month with participants expected from other power tool racing associations. Speed is not the only factor as trophies have been presented in revered categories such as “Most Spiritually Bereft.”