Cub Scouts Pack 75

Sequoia Council, Fresno California

Pack 75 Pinewood Derby

The Pinewood Derby will be on Saturday, February 7th! This is one of the most memorable Cub Scout events. Scouts build (with a parent’s help) and decorate a small wooden racecar and will compete against their fellow scouts. The build-up to race day and the actual race day event help to teach Scouts many of the principles of Scouting: most notable is good sportsmanship. Remember a Scout is Friendly, Courteous, and Kind.

Pinewood derby car kits are available to all registered scouts beginning on Monday, January 12th. If you haven’t claimed yours yet, email Pack75cub@gmail.com.

We will have an open class for parents and siblings that want to race. Any additional derby kits will be $7 each.

We need a lot of volunteer help to make a successful Pinewood Derby Event. Please sign up for an event position!

DERBY CAR TEMPLATE
RACE DAY FLYER
Volunteer Signup

Build Day

  • When: Saturday, January 17th at 9AM
  • Where: Cubmaster Randy’s House
  • What to bring: Pinewood Derby Build Kit, Design Ideas

Race Day

  • When: Saturday, February 7th at 9AM
  • Where: St. George Greek Orthodox Church
  • What to bring: Finished Pinewood Derby car!

Pinewood Derby Car Specifications

ALL CARS MUST PASS INSPECTION TO QUALIFY FOR THE RACE

The following are the inspection points:

  1. The overall weight shall not exceed 5.0 ounces. 
  2. The overall length of the car shall not exceed 7 inches.
  3. The overall width of the car shall not exceed 2 ¾ inches. (The body of the car plus wheels) DO NOT MAKE THE WHEELBASE NARROWER
  4. The height of the car must be such that it fits under the track finish gate.
  5. The wood provided in the kit must be used. The block may be shaped in any way that is desired.
  6. The wheels supplied with the kit must be used.
  7. Wheels may not be altered in any way.
  8. The axles supplied with the kit must be used. They may be sanded or lubricated with dry lubricants such as graphite. (No oil-based lubricant.) 
  9. The car must not ride on any type of springs.
  10. The car must be freewheeling, with no starting devices.
  11. No loose material.
  12. All cars must have the scout’s name on the bottom of the car.
  • Each car must pass inspection at check-in before it will be allowed to compete.
  • A pit crew and repair station will be available at race day for any emergency repairs.

Reminder: Pinewood Derby cars are meant to be the work of the scouts with the assistance of an adult.

Extra Award Categories

(to be voted on by the scouts on race day)

  • Best Scout Spirit
  • Best Paint Job
  • Best Super Hero Car
  • Fastest LOOKING Car
  • Funniest Car
  • Most Realistic
  • Most Creative Design
  • Turtle Award