The Coastal Pinewood Derby is a fun and energetic Scouting event where youth race small wooden cars they’ve built. The top 2 Winners for each Den Level from each Pack in Coastal District are invited. Cars are weighed, measured at the Pack Level Pinewood Derby, a quick check will be done here too at check in before the race to ensure they meet the standard rules. Races are run on a 4 lane sloped aluminum track, and cars compete in heats, with times recorded electronically. The Top Finisher from each Den will then Race for an overall District Winner!

You don’t need to bring anything special except your Derby Cars & enthusiasm! Families often take photos, encourage their Scouts, and celebrate every run, whether it wins or not. Awards will be given for fastest race times. Most importantly, the Pinewood Derby is about having fun and supporting youth as they show off something they built with pride.

***Scouting America’s Pinewood Derby Car Building Rules***

Each local Pinewood Derby committee determines the rules for building and racing cars. The committee will need to make sure their rules don’t conflict with those of the district or council to ensure their members can participate in events at those levels.

• All cars must pass the following inspection to qualify for the race:
• Width shall not exceed 2-3/4 inches.
• Length shall not exceed 7 inches.
• Weight shall not exceed 5 ounces.
• Wheelbase shall not be altered from the standard derby kit location.
• Axles, wheels, and body shall be from the materials provided in the kit. Additional wheels can be purchased separately.
• Wheel bearings, washers, and bushings are prohibited.
• No part of the car may extend in front of/beyond the start gate.
• No lubricating oil may be used. Axles may be lubricated with powdered graphite or silicone.
• The car shall not ride on any kind of spring.
• All 4 wheels must touch the track during the race.
• The car must be free-wheeling, with no starting devices.
• No loose materials of any kind are allowed in the car.

Staggered Start Times will be released closer to the event.

Event contact is Chris Huebler at hueblerbsa@gmail.com