PINEWOOD DERBY
Let the race begin! Partnered with a parent or guardian, Cub Scouts work together, strengthening bonds and building confidence – and their own custom race cars! Each scout begins with an official Pinewood Derby Race Car kit. They then create a design, carve it from the wood block provided in the kit, and detail it with paint, decals and other accessories to compete in the pack’s own Pinewood Derby.
Pinewood Derby is so much more than cars on a track - it’s a wonderful learning experience centered on teamwork, ingenuity and sportsmanship, all for the thrill of the race and a lifetime of great memories to share.
Pack 137 Official PWD Rules found here.
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To check out other Pack 137 Pinewood Derby photos, click here.
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Creating a fast car
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See how a PW Derby Car Kit is made
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Painting tips and tricks
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Design inspiration
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and more!
2026 PACK 137 RESULTS
TIMED RESULTS
1st Overall: Finley Oliver, Wolf
2nd Overall: Redd Fazekas, WEBELOS
3rd Overall: Travis Chadwick, Tiger
1st Place Lion: Carson Sides
1st Place Tiger: Colton Sides
1st Place Wolf: Colin Williams
1st Place Bear: Max Chadwick
1st Place WEBELOS: Lucas O'Tormey
1st Place AoL: Laken Oliver
PEER VOTING RESULTS
Favorite Car: Hudson Traver
Best Paint Job: Laken Oliver
Funniest Car: Travis Chadwick
Most Detailed Car: Kyden Mace
Most Creative Car: Logan Ross
For results from previous years,
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PACK 137 OFFICIAL RULES
CAR CREATION
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A new car shall be created by each SCOUT participating in the Pinewood Derby each year; cars created in previous years will not be permitted to race.
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Scouts are responsible for building their car. Parents can (and should) assist but the Scout should do as much as they are able!
CAR DIMENSIONS
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The overall length of the car shall not exceed 7 inches.
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The overall width of the car shall not exceed 2 3⁄4 inches.
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The car must have 1 3⁄4” clearance between the wheels.
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The car must have 3/8” clearance underneath the body so it does not rub on the track. •
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The distance between the axles must not be changed (4 3⁄8”).
CAR WEIGHT
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The car shall not exceed 5.0 ounces.
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The official race scale that is used at car check-in shall be considered final.
CAR MODIFICATIONS
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The official pine wood block must be used. The block may be shaped in any way that is desired.
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Official BSA wheels must be used. The wheels may not be cut, drilled, beveled or rounded. You may remove the seams and imperfections from the wheels.
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The axles may be altered, polished, and lubricated.
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The front of the car must rest against the starting pin that protrudes upwards at a 90-degree angle from the track. No part of the car may extend beyond this point.
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All four wheels of the car must be in contact with the track.