Pack 737 - Pinewood Derby

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The Rules

Participation

Open to all Pack 737 Cub Scouts and their siblings. Each competitor may enter only one car.

Inspection

Cars will be inspected during registration for compliance to the specifications set forth below. Cars that do not meet these specifications will still be allowed to race but their times will not be officially recorded.

Impound

Cars will be impounded when registered. After being impounded, repairs will be limited to replacement of axles/wheels that are broken/lost during the race. No lubricants may be used once the cars are registered and impounded.

Specifications

BODY
The body in the Official BSA Pinewood Derby Kit must be used. Bodies of other materials will be grounds for disqualification. The body may be shaped, hollowed out, or built up from the original block, as long as it meets all other specifications. Any additions to the original body, i.e. steering wheels, drivers, decals, paint, weights, etc., must be firmly attached.
WIDTH
The car width at the wheels may not be modified, it must be the same as the original kit. Width must not exceed 2 3/4".
LENGTH
Overall length may not exceed 7".
WHEELBASE
Wheelbase may not be modified, the axles must be placed in the slots provided in the official kit. Axle slots may be trued with drill press or other tools.
WHEELS
Wheels and axles must be as furnished in the official kit. NO washers, bushings, bearings or springs are allowed. Wheels may be sanded to remove the flashing only. NO reductions in width or diameter, or changes in shape are allowed.
WEIGHT
The weight of the race-ready car must not exceed five (5) ounces as measured on the official scales.

OTHER
Cars must free-wheel with no stored energy or movable weights. There is no designated front or back to the supplied body, either end may be the front.

Racing

All competitors must be present to race. Racers will be divided into TIGER, WOLF, BEAR, WEBELOS I, WEBELOS II, and SIBLING divisions. Each competitor will compete in six races in their division, one on each lane. An electronic timer will determine the finalist in each division. The six finalists will then compete among themselves in another six race series to determine their finishing order.

Sportmanship

Scouting encourages good sportsmanship. Cars will be disqualified if the Scout or his parents display unsportsmanlike conduct on the race site.

Awards

There will be judging for additional awards in the following categories:

MOST COLORFUL
MOST DECALS
MOST ORIGINAL
MOST PATRIOTIC
MOST UNUSUAL BEST BOTTOM
BEST PAINT
BEST SHAPE
SCOUTIEST
SLEEKEST

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