2026 Pinewood Derby

January 24, 2026

at Fatima's Breen hall

Pack 6 Pinewood Derby - Breen Hall at Our Lady of Fatima

5 Strathmore Road, Scarsdale NY

 

RACE DAY

Saturday, January 24, 2026

NEW!! Bonus "Lego Build & Race" activity - Open to boys in grades K-5 

 

4:00pm-5:00pm 

Mandatory Registration & Car Inspection

TIME CHANGE!!  Check-in was 3pm to 5pm. Due to impending storm, gym availability has changed. New time is 4pm to 5pm.

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All scouts must arrive and present his car for inspection.

• Scouts should be in attendance to check-in their car (scout uniform not necessary until actual race)

• 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.

• Be prepared! Bring tools, extra weight in case the car fails inspection and needs modifications in order to pass inspection.

• All cars will be impounded once checked in.

• Scouts/parents will leave and return at 6:00pm for the Race

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IMPORTANT:

• All cars must be checked in by the established deadline or they cannot race. All cars will be impounded and remain with the Racing Staff until the end of the races.

• Scouts must attend race wearing full Cub Scout uniform (blue or tan uniform shirt, neckerchief/slide, hat.

• Family, friends are welcome. $1 entrance fee.

• No charge for scouts immediate family.

 

5:00pm-6:00pm

Eat dinner at home. Return by 6pm.

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6:00pm-7:30pm 

Pinewood Derby - Spectators and guests welcome

6:00pm    Doors open. Vote in Design Contest.

6:30pm    Speed Race for Official Pinewood Derby Cars

7:00pm    NEW!! Bonus Lego Build & Race. Bring a friend!!

                  Pack 6 to supply car chassis and Legos.

7:30pm    Awards for Speed and Design

8:00pm    Activity Concludes

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Winners' Circle

The Pack's 1st Place speed race winners will represent Pack 6 Crestwood at the Algonquin District Race on April 18, 2026 at Breen Hall/Our Lady of Fatima.

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Pack trophies will be presented to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers for each Cub Scout rank, as well as winners of the Design Contest (five categories, and Fastest Den which fosters teamwork in a den.

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Check out the BSA's online Pinewood Derby HQ! 

The Pinewood Derby is one of the most popular events in Cub Scouting.

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Places to buy weights, paint, etc. (Racers must purchase and attach/install 2-3 oz of weight to their car)
 

Greenwich Scout Shop

HOURS:  Mon-Fri, 9am to 5pm
Call ahead for any holiday hours during December

63 Mason Street, Greenwich, CT 

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Greater Hudson Valley Scout Shop

Open Monday to Saturday

18 Westage Drive, Fishkill NY

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Amazon Prime

https://www.amazon.com/

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[VIDEO] Watch this helpful How-To Video. Cubmaster-approved!!

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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.

• 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.

• Can my scout re-use last year’s car?  No. All construction should be since November 2024.

• 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.

• 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.

• Do all four wheels have to touch the track surface? Yes, all four wheels must touch the track surface.

• 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."

 

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