Use Pinewood Derby® Racers in Contests

SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CAR
  1. Finished dimensions not to exceed: width - 2 3/4", Length - 7 1/2", Height - 3", Weight - 6 oz.
  2. Wheel bearings, washers, and bushings not allowed.
  3. Lubricating is permissible. Graphite is the best, not oil.
  4. Car must be free wheeling - no starting attachments allowed.
SUGGESTED CONTEST RULES
  1. Any car not meeting specifications may be disqualified.
  2. Two or more cars are raced, cars may be timed, first wins, double elimination, points for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, etc.
  3. Rerun heat if a car leaves the track or in case of a tie.
CONTEST FOR BEST DESIGN
  1. All cars must meet specification rules.
  2. Judging of the cars should be governed by the following factors: Originality - 40%, Workmanship - 30%, General Appearance - 30%
CLASSIFICATIONS OF CONTESTS
  1. Cars may be separated by age, grade level, group, child making car by him/herself, Mom or Dad helping, or the ANYTHING GOES adult race.