Pack Crestwood
SHOP day-Jan 10, 2026
DATE CHANGE!! Now Sat, Jan 10, 2026
at Annunciation Convent Room
Shop Day - Pack 6 Pinewood Derby
Adding Saturday; Shifting times on Sunday
Book a 30-minute appointment
- NEW!! Sat, Jan 10 10am to 5pm
- Sunday: Morning Cancelled; 4pm to 6pm
1 scout per 30-minute appointment slot:
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Saturday, Jan 10, 2026: 10am to 5pm
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Sunday, Jan 11, 2026: 4pm to 6pm
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Location: Annunciation Convent Room
BEFORE You Arrive at Shop Day:
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Pinewood Derby Kits are available at Shop Day. If you would like to pick up your car in advance, or do NOT need help at Shop Day, you can pick up from Cubmaster's house. Email Cubmaster to coordinate.
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Review the Official Rules which review construction requirements. NO changes were made to the rules from 2025.
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Bring your design. Photos are perfect.
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Trace shape onto wood block: Use a pencil to draw the overall shape onto the wood block. We can cut your car cut into a basic shape. We will have templates available to trace.
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Weights: Include in your design where you will place the weights on the car. If you have your weights, bring them. We can drill holes in the wood block for weights.
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Mandatory Registration & Car Inspection on Race Day
Stop by within this 2-hour window to have your scout present his car for inspection.
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Scouts should be in attendance to check-in their car (scout uniform not necessary until actual race)
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All cars must follow Official Rules. These rules supersede rules that come in the car kit. Siblings may race for fun only. Car must adhere to same construction rules; excluded from final standings.
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Be prepared! Bring tools, extra weight in case the car fails inspection and needs modifications in order to pass inspection.
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All cars will be impounded once checked in.
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Scouts/parents will leave and return at 6:00pm for the Race
Check out the BSA's online Pinewood Derby HQ!
The Pinewood Derby is one of the most popular events in Cub Scouting.
Places to buy weights, paint, etc. (Racers must purchase and attach/install 2-3 oz of weight to their car)
HOURS: Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm
Call ahead for any holiday hours during December
63 Mason Street, Greenwich, CT
Greater Hudson Valley Scout Shop
Open Monday to Saturday
18 Westage Drive, Fishkill NY
[VIDEO] Watch this helpful How-To Video. Cubmaster-approved!!
Answers to Common Construction Questions.
Be sure to read the Official Rules for all do’s and don’ts. Email Pack6Crestwood@gmail.com with any Pinewood Derby questions:
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What parts am I allowed to use to build the car? Use only Official BSA Pinewood Derby Kit wood, wheels, and nails. You will add weight to the car and also paint it and add decorative accessories.
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How much does the car have to weigh? Maximum Weight is 5 ounces (141.7 grams), as determined by the Pack’s official race scales. TIP! Try to get the car as close to but not more than 5 ounces. Leave some “wiggle room” since scales vary. The race scales are the official scales. If a car is overweight, or very underweight, racers will be allowed make adjustments at Check-In.
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Can my scout re-use last year’s car? No. All construction should be since November 2024.
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Can I buy a pre-made car? No. Any cars or parts bought off Ebay, Michael’s, Hobby Lobby or any other place will be disqualified.
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Can I drill my own holes for the axles (nails)? No, axles MUST be installed in the pre-cut slots provided by the kit manufacturer (do not extend the wheel base). Tip: Try to get insert the nail/axle correctly on the first try. The more times you install and remove the axles, the looser things get. You can add a bit of glue to keep the axle secure, or purchase the axle covers from the scout shop.
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Do all four wheels have to touch the track surface? Yes, all four wheels must touch the track surface.
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Can we bend or cant the axles? Bent axles (axles are the silver nails that come with the kit) are prohibited. Use the axles from the kit and do not bend them. If axles end up being slightly canted (angled) due to the for alignment purposes but the wheels should not be angled. Axle guards are not permitted. Inspectors must be able to visually inspect the axles during the check-in/inspection process. Here is a photo of a prohibited "rail rider."
