2016 - 2017 Pinewood Derby Event Schedule
Derby Workshop
TBA
Contact webmaster@pack729.com or committee@pack729.com for address and directions.
At this workshop, we will have most everything necessary to cut, shape, drill, and assemble your car including expert advice from our veteran derby racers! Just bring your derby kit and ideas! (additional weights and paint not provided)
Pre-Race Check-In and Inspection
Friday, January 27, 2017 – 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM (the OPEN Class Racing begins at 8:00 PM)
Round Grove United Church of Christ
Once a car has passed inspection, it will be placed in the pit and will not be accessible until after completion of the final race.
Please be prepared to make adjustments to your car should it not pass weight/length limits for pinewood derby rules (see above). There will be some tools/supplies available, but please bring your own should you have them. ( ie; drill, extra weights, extra wheels, glue, etc….)
OPEN Class Racing - Entry fee per car: a canned food donation
Friday, January 27, 2017 – 8:00 PM - finished
Round Grove United Church of Christ
This race is for anyone who is not normally eligible to participate in a regular pinewood derby race and would like to race his or her own car! Prizes given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place overall.
Race Day
Saturday, January 28, 2017 – 9AM to 2PM
Round Grove United Church of Christ
Tigers 9:00 - 9:30 AM
Wolves 9:45 - 10:15 AM
Bears 10:30 –11:00 AM
Viper Patrol 11:15 – 11:45 AM
Hydra Patrol 12:00 – 12:30 PM
Finals 1:00 – 1:45 PM
Cleanup 1:45 PM – done
Please follow good race behavior and sportsmanship. All siblings must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Participants and/or their families who do not adhere to these rules may be removed from the competition.
Awards
Awards will be presented in two categories: Racing and Design.
Award will be announced and presented on race day, and again recognized at the February Pack meeting.
TBA
Contact webmaster@pack729.com or committee@pack729.com for address and directions.
At this workshop, we will have most everything necessary to cut, shape, drill, and assemble your car including expert advice from our veteran derby racers! Just bring your derby kit and ideas! (additional weights and paint not provided)
Pre-Race Check-In and Inspection
Friday, January 27, 2017 – 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM (the OPEN Class Racing begins at 8:00 PM)
Round Grove United Church of Christ
Once a car has passed inspection, it will be placed in the pit and will not be accessible until after completion of the final race.
Please be prepared to make adjustments to your car should it not pass weight/length limits for pinewood derby rules (see above). There will be some tools/supplies available, but please bring your own should you have them. ( ie; drill, extra weights, extra wheels, glue, etc….)
OPEN Class Racing - Entry fee per car: a canned food donation
Friday, January 27, 2017 – 8:00 PM - finished
Round Grove United Church of Christ
This race is for anyone who is not normally eligible to participate in a regular pinewood derby race and would like to race his or her own car! Prizes given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place overall.
Race Day
Saturday, January 28, 2017 – 9AM to 2PM
Round Grove United Church of Christ
Tigers 9:00 - 9:30 AM
Wolves 9:45 - 10:15 AM
Bears 10:30 –11:00 AM
Viper Patrol 11:15 – 11:45 AM
Hydra Patrol 12:00 – 12:30 PM
Finals 1:00 – 1:45 PM
Cleanup 1:45 PM – done
- Viewing must be done from behind taped areas.
- Heats will be run by Rank, and the top 3 cars of each heat will advance to the finals
- If a car has more than two running incidents, such as jumping the lane, it will be disqualified. Cars that have been interfered with will receive no penalties and heat will be rerun.
Please follow good race behavior and sportsmanship. All siblings must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Participants and/or their families who do not adhere to these rules may be removed from the competition.
Awards
Awards will be presented in two categories: Racing and Design.
- Racing Award: Given by rank (top three each) and by Pack (top three overall).
- Design Awards: Given at the discretion of the Falcon Patrol that is in charge of the race.
Award will be announced and presented on race day, and again recognized at the February Pack meeting.