Pinewood Derby 2019 – All the Stuff Parents Need to Know
Our 2019 Pinewood Derby is fast approaching. In fact, qualification night (registration, measurement, and weigh-in) is on Friday, February 1.
To prepare your scout for the Pinewood Derby, here are the most often requested resources and questions, all in one location.
Rules
Here is the link to the Official Pack 279 Pinewood Derby Rules for 2019.
Race Times
9:00 – 9:45: Web II
10:00 – 10:45: Web I
11:00 – 11:45: Bears
12:00 – 1:00: Wolves
1:00 – 2:00: Tigers
2:00 – 2:30: Lions
3:00 – 4:00: Finals
Design Entry Categories
Best Technology
Best Sports
Best Patriotic/Military
Best Scouting
Best Funniest
Best Entertainment (TV/Movie/Video)
Best Scariest
Best Animal/Nature
Medals will also be awarded for “Most Original” and a “Judge’s Choice”.
Parents’ Race
We will be having our fifth annual PARENTS race, to take place immediately after registration at the church on Friday, February 1st. The only rules are: the car body can’t extend to the sides past 2-3/4″, the length is a maximum of 7″, and weight is 10.000 OZ. Everyone will be responsible for their own car. The pack has several “scrap” kits you can use (first come, first serve) or you can purchased a new kit at the scout shop. There will be a trophy for first place.