Weigh - in begins at 11:00 a.m. in the church cafeteria. Come early and avoid the rush. Some tools will be provided for last minute adjustment of cars. Contestants will have until 12:45 p.m. to have their cars meet racing standards and be checked in. Once checked in, cars may not be handled by the contestants. The race starts at 1:00 p.m. The Scout Derby will be run first, and the Family race is the second race. Both races will be double elimination.

Weigh - In	11:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m.
Race Time:	1:00 p.m.

Cub Race	Any registered cub scout may race one (1) care in the official race. This must be designed and constructed by a cub scout (although parents may help), built for this race, not the previous year's race. Car wheels must be OFFICIAL Pinewood Derby wheels, and the car bodies must be carved or shaped from wood blocks. Precut or pre shaped car bodies purchased from a craft or a hobby shop will be disqualified.
Family Race	One car may be entered per contestant. Contestants may be moms dads, sisters, brothers, etc., and may race any type of car here. Cars built for previous years' races, non-standard and or non - official are welcome to race.

For any questions, please call Sam Cubmaster
(555) 123-4567

PINEWOOD DERBY RULES

LENGHT, WIDTH, AND CLEARNCE

Maximum overall width (including wheels and axles) shall not exceed 2 3/4"
Minimum width between wheels shall be 1 3/4" so car will clear the center guide strip.
Minimum clearance between bottom of the car track shall be 3/8" so car will clear the center guide strip.
Maximum length shall not exceed 7".
The wheelbase (distance between front and rear axles) may not be changed.

WEIGHT AND APPEARNACE

A weight shall not exceed 5 ounces. The readings of the Official Race Scale will be considered final. The car may be hollowed out and built up to a maximum weight by the addition of wood or metal only, provided it is securely built into the body or firmly affixed to it. No loose materials of any kind are permitted in or on the car.
Mercury shall not be used for adding weight. It is a potential health hazard.
Details such as steering wheel, driver, spoiler, decals, painting and interior details are permissible as long as these details do not exceed the maximum length, width, and weight specifications.
Cars with wet paint will not be accepted.

WHEELS AND AXLES

Lubrication

Only dry powdered lubricants, such as graphite, may be used. regular oils and silicone sprays may soften the plastic wheels.
Cars may be lubricated before inspection, No further lubrication will be permitted.
YOU MUST USE THE OFFICIAL CUB SCOUT PINEWOOD DERBY KIT!

GO FAST TIPS

PINEWOOD RACER PRE - RACE CHECK LIST

Car body is cut to a very thin shape. The front and rear are rounded like an airplane wing. Fast Cars Have A Thin Shape
Wheelbase (distance between axles) is as long as possible (if local rules allow). This will improve stability, tracking, and speed. Long Wheelbase Cars Go Faster.
Car weight is right on the maximum (usually 5 oz.) - not a gram over or under. Heavier Cars Go Faster.
Car weight is placed in the rear so the fore / aft balance point is about 1 1/4" in front of the rear axles. Rear Weighted Cars Go Faster.
The axles have been sanded and polished until smooth. Friction is the Enemy of Speed. Reduction of diameter is okay. Smaller Diameter Axles Go Faster.
The axles have been glued into the body slots with epoxy to keep them from slipping out. Allow 3/32" to 1/8" clearance between wheel and body.
Wheels are sanded smooth or turned on a lathe (if local rules allow). Lathe Turned Wheels Go Faster.
One of the front wheels does not touch track. Three Wheels Go Faster.
Wheels, axles, and the side of the body have been well lubricated with a Graphite - Moly combination. Well Lubricated Cars Go Faster.

Notice that everyone gets a participation ribbon

Using gold spray painted fishing weight on top of car, to reach 5 oz.

Another example of using fishing weight on top of the car.

On this derby car the additional weight was place under the car. The day of the race I used a knife and shaved off lead to meet the 5 oz. weight limit

Wedge cars are fast cars.