Pinewood Derby

There are three stages of Pinewood Derby (building the car, registering the car, and racing the car) and each has corresponding events hosted by the Pack (Build Days, Weigh-Ins, and the Pinewood Derby).  

Note:  On the day of the race, you will see a wide spectrum of cars… a handful of kids who were handed a hammer and some markers and left to create their cars on their own, and some that you will swear a parent created with no help from his kid (though we have some very capable Scouts, so don't be too quick to judge.) 

Somewhere in between those extremes is probably the best mix of Scout-Parent participation.

Family members are welcome to design and build their own cars to compete in the Outlaw race. Parents can purchase cars from the Pack for $10.

Build Days

Build Day #1: Saturday, Feb 8, 2–4 PM, Abiding Savior Church

Build Day #2: Saturday, Feb 15, 2–4 PM, Abiding Savior Church (also Weigh-In #1)


Car Requirements 

1. You must use the materials in the kits—but you may purchase official colored BSA wheels from the Scout Store. 

2. The wheels may not be recessed into the sides of the block, and axles must be attached in the grooves provided. 

3. Maintain original ground clearance—no weights or other parts may be surface-mounted on the underside of the wood body in such a way that will interfere or make contact with the track.  Our track does allow for a small amount of space between the body of the car and the surface of the track. 

4. Total Weight must not exceed 5.0 ounces on the Pack’s Designated Scale. 

5. No motors, springs, moving parts (other than wheels), or liquid lubricants allowed. The only allowed lubricant is the dry graphite kind. 

6. The diameter and tread width and shape of the wheels may not be changed. 

7. The car must not exceed 7.00 inches long (front to back) or 2.75 inches wide (axle to axle).

Weigh-Ins (and Registration)

Weigh-In #1: Saturday, Feb 15, 2–4 PM, Abiding Savior Church

Weigh-In #2: Thursday, Feb 22, 6–8 PM, Abiding Savior Church

Pinewood Derby Race

Saturday, Feb 22, 2-4 PM, CCES Cafeteria

On race day, the CCES Cafeteria is full - a long, gleaming track down the center, and Scouts, parents, siblings, and families on either side.  The CCES PTA hosts a bake sale, so bring extra cash to get some snacks!

Outlaw Race

We have an Outlaw race category where many of the official rules are not enforced.  The open race is available to any participant (including parents) and there are two classes - gravity only and assisted propulsion.  Open race rules:

Awards

At the end of the event, trophies will be given out to: