Pine Wood Derby

Pine Wood Derby cars will be available at the pack meeting on December 21st for $3.00.  The derby will be held on January 25th in place of our normal pack meeting.  Here are some official rules to get you started.

1. The car must have been made during the current year (the year in which the derby is held).
2. The width of the car shall not exceed 2-1/4 inches.
3. The length of the car shall not exceed 7 inches.
4. The weight of the car shall not exceed 5 ounces.
5. Axles, wheels, and body wood shall be as provided in the kit.
6. Wheel bearings, washers, and bushings are prohibited.
7. The car shall not ride on any kind or type of springs.
8. Any details added must be within length, width, and weight limits.
9. The car must be freewheeling, with no starting devices.
10. No loose materials of any kind (such as lead shot) are allowed in the car.



Derby Kit



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