Maximum overall width including wheels and axles shall not exceed 234 inches. Any technical assistance should be fully explained to the scout so that he can use that knowledge on future projects. The most important values in pinewood derby competition are parentson participation, good sportsmanship, and learning how to follow rules. Join us for our annual pinewood derby on saturday february 27th at our lady of grace church. It is important to understand that your car must meet these basic requirements to be eligible to race in the.
The rules rarely change much from year to year, and so our district commissioner has advised that the 2012 rules are appropriate. Pinewood kits to be given out at pack meeting, january 4, 2005. Each scout may enter only one car in the competition. Cub scouts will compete with others in the same cub scout rank. Here are some additional questions that are commonly answered in a packs race rules. An alternative official bsa pinewood derby kit may be used, but will not be considered for creativedesign awards. Interpretation of the rules described in g1 through g 11 and t1 thru t8 are at the sole discretion of the inspection committee judges present. Please note that not everything sold online or in stores including the boy scout store, adheres to the pack 155 and yahara district pinewood derby rules. Eligibility registrationall cub scouts from the pack 6 divisions lions tigers wolf bears webelos i webelos ii good sportsmanship is expected at all times by everyone present at the race o cars must have been constructed this year. Pack 167 20022003 pinewood derby rules and information the pinewood derby is a special time for most scouts and adults. Trophies will be awarded to overall first, second, and third place finishers in the pack. The specifications below will be strictly adhered to for the pinewood derby. We enjoy racing and want to help you run the best race your pack has ever had. Scout division only pack 99 cub scouts participate this is the standard set of races.
These rules and the equipment used at this event take precedence over any rules or equipment used at previous pinewood derbies. All cars must be registered by the designated deadline to be eligible to race. If the car loses a wheel, or is otherwise damaged, the racer shall have 5 minutes to make repairs. No specialcustom aftermarket wheels, axles, or wood block allowed. We will also have a pack cutdown day where you can cut out cars that you have traced an outline on. The car must be made this year, use of last years car is not allowed. All show cars shall conform to the pinewood derby rules and regulations. These are the rules we used for our cub scout pack pinewood derby race. Accessory kits and decals are available at the scout shop, or use your own decorations.
Pack 55 pinewood derby rules the most important rule of the pinewood derby is to have fun. The pinewood derby chairman has final say on if a car passes inspection. Cars are to be made from the official boy scout pinewood derby kit. For any clarifications or explanations, refer to the expanded guidelines linked in the gray box in the upper right corner of this page. The dimensions of the car must meet the below minimum and maximum. Please read all of the rules and regulations listed below before checkin a.
These are either from the official pinewood derby kit or official replacement wheels. It is important to understand that your car must meet these basic requirements to be eligible to race in the competition. These rules supersede the rules that were provided in the pinewood derby kit. Cars must be built by the racer, adult supervision is. Pinewood derby rules sully national capital area council. Sacred heart cub pack 11 pinewood derby rules last revision. The overall length of the car shall not exceed 7 inches. The car must have 38 clearance underneath the body so it does not rub on the. They mix together a little imagination, a little help from akela, and some hard work to create some amazing. All cub scouts will have fun building and racing their cars. Pinewood derbies are often run by chapters packs of the cub scouts.
The pinewood derby is one of the most popular and successful family activities in cub scouting. December 30th, 2017 general rules and requirements only the official boy scouts of america grand prix pinewood derby kit shall be used to construct cars competing in the 2017 pack and district derby races. Replacement kits are available from the pack or at the scout shop. Cars that have competed in a previous derby are not permitted. Please remember how important it is for children at this age to learn respect for the rules of competitions, and that winning isnt their only goal. All cars must pass inspection by race officials before the car will be allowed to race. Good sportsmanship is expected of all scouts, responsible parents, and other representatives of the participating packs.
Pack 167 20022003 pinewood derby rules and information first. Be sure to read and abide by the rules for your local race. The car raced at the pioneer district derby shall be the same car raced at the. Public pinewood derby cub scout pack 174 albuquerque. The goal of the pinewood derby like many scouting activities is fun with a purpose. The car must be made this year, use of last years car is. Derby dudes has been given a wonderful opportunity to share our all aluminum pinewood derby race track with you. Below are the detailed official rules that pack 618 follows for the pinewood derby.
Every participating scout will receive a pinewood derby patch. The car must have been built during the current year the school year in which the derby is held. If you losebreak parts, wheels and axles will be available at checkin. All nine pieces must be used before the car can race. Rules provided by pinewood pro official pinewood derby rules rules from bsa pinewood derby kit car dimension rules the overall length of the car shall not exceed 7 inches. How to build a pinewood derby carrules wikibooks, open books.
Page 1 of 4 pack 216 pinewood derby rules 2017 pack 216 pinewood derby rules official car rules. Cakes are to be baked by the scout with parental supervision. The first, second and third place winners in each rank will receive trophies. If there are enough lions that enter the pinewood derby, we will separate the lions and tigers and slightly adjust the schedule. Official pinewood derby rules 1 only official pinewood derby kits block, dowels, screws, wheels from gospel publishing or the ranger supply store may be used.
Each scout is given a pinewood derby car kit which includes a block of wood, 4 wheels, and 4 nails to be used as axles. After checkin, cars will not be available to racers until race day. Proxies will be allowed, providing an adult representative for the pack is responsible for the proxy cars from their unit. Each scout is encouraged to build and enter a car an open race with the same rules is available for pack 165 siblings, parents, and scouters. The scout will race in the age group he raced in at the pack derby. Only the official grand prix pinewood derby kit distributed by the pack shall be allowed. All racers shall be registered cub scouts of the pioneer district selected by their respective pack to race in the district pinewood derby. Pinewood derby cars are small wooden models that cub scouts make with help from their families. The kits are sold at the local scout shop or online. Your car must have been made since last years pack race, no exceptions.
Ground rules and competition a the race is open to all cub scouts registered in pack 56. Remember, every pack, district and council sets its own rules for their pinewood derby race, so make sure you check with your local leaders to get the official rules for your race. Pinewood derby mid america pinewood derby derby car racing pinewood pinewood races pinewood race derby race derby races pwd scout pinewood pinewood derby video pinewood derby pictures scout pinewood derby cub scout pinewood derby midamerica pinewood derby event details and sponsors pinewood derby midamerica council pinewood derby racing 2014 pinewood derby race. Scouts must be in class a uniform in order to race on race day.
Use of any other kit will be cause for disqualification. Pack 99 pinewood derby saturday, april 18th 2020 1pm3. Cars shall be constructed using official bsa grand prix pinewood derby parts. How to build a pinewood derby carrules wikibooks, open. All entries in the derby will start with the official grand prix pinewood derby kit which includes the body, 4 axles, and 4 wheels. Pinewood derby official home page for scout pack 562. However, if your local council hosts a derby and you want to send your packs. The following rules and regulations are available for download as a pdf file.
For example, axle guards are sold at the madison scout center, but are not permitted at the pack 155 or yahara district races. Pinewood derby pit passes more great pinewood derby ideas on the page linked here are the lovely ladies that helped with our concession stand at the pinewood derby this year. For those new to pinewood derby or without the proper tools, there are pack building days jan 5 and 6 from noon to 3pm at 6834 caravan ct. The race is open to all cub scouts registered in this pack. The top cars will race in the pack championship, which will be held at the pack meeting on march 26, 2020. There are no national pinewood derby rules, so packs are free to set their own. All pinewood derby cars that placed in the top 2 places of their respective ranks pack derby are eligible to enter and participate in the district race event. The car is available singly or in 8packs and can be purchased at any. Many rules such as size, weight, bearings, bushings, and springs are common to nearly all pinewood derby rules.
All active scouts will receive a kit as a present in december. The second most important rule is to show good sportsmanship to all racers. Jan 10, 2015 pack 230 pinewood derby 2015 with gopro footage. All cars must be built for the current pinewood derby racing season. All aluminum construction extrusion 6 lanes for maximum race experience for people against one another. The pinewood derby is a racing event for unpowered, unmanned miniature cars. For our cub scout pack races, we inspected each car at weighin.
The top 18 design contest winners will be based 6 categories. Other pinewood derby race rules once a car passes inspection and is entered into the race, only race committee members can touch it. All lettering or numbering on the inside and outside of the wheel should remain complete and visible. Pack 451s pinewood derby rules this race will be open to all ranks of cub scouts. Special notes building the pinewood derby car is a parent and son event. Packs can establish additional rules for what, if any, modifications are allowed. Please take this opportunity to build something with your son, and do. Parents are encouraged to provide guidance, but leave most of the construction up to the scouts. The race is on join us for our annual pinewood derby on saturday february 27th at our lady of grace church. Cub scout district pinewood derby hawk mountain council. Eligibility registration all cub scouts from the pack 6 divisions lions tigers wolf bears webelos i webelos ii good sportsmanship is expected at all times by everyone present at the race o cars must have been constructed this year. Scroll to the attachments link at the bottom of this web page.
The top three finalists at each rank are eligible to compete in the town wide pinewood derby competition, known as the quad pack. Judging will be done before the races and the winners will be announced during the rules briefings. Alternately, you may purchase a preshaped block and assemble it with approved wheels and axles. Rules may differ, so be sure to read and abide by the rules for your race. Official kit required only the official bsa grand prix pinewood derby kit shall be used. The top three finalists at each rank are eligible to compete in the town wide pinewood derby competition, known as. Cars must pass all inspections including new wheelbase rules and will be assigned a racing number at that time. Pack 167 20022003 pinewood derby rules and information. Open division open to brothers, sisters, moms, and dads of pack 99 cub scouts same rules as scout division, just open for other participants. Aftermarket decorative parts windshields, body parts. Sebastian church and school official pinewood derby rules revised january 2018 1.
Especially if you have joined us recently from another pack, please scrutinize these rules closely and follow them. The youth must be present at the race for the car to race in the event. Check out all these pinewood derby supplies and pinewood derby printables. The scout then designs, builds, and decorates a car of his own, according to a set of rules. Rules provided by pinewood pro pinewood derby rules i. The cars are powered by gravity and run down a track. Scouts that began the calendar year as a webelos scout and have since transitioned to a troop are eligible to compete. Racing in 2017 will be conducted under the official 2012 pinewood derby rules. Each car must pass inspection by the official inspection committee before it will be allowed to compete. Alternately, you may purchase a pre shaped block and assemble it with approved wheels and axles. All tiger, cub, and webelos scouts registered in the konza district. The pinewood derby is one of the most anticipated cub scout events every year. Cub scouts who finished in the top 5 in overall speed with the current years pack pinewood derby may participate. Boy scouts are still eligible for this event if they placed at the pack level while still a cub scout.
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