Pack 3060 Official Rules
1. Cubs should use newly constructed cars (no previously used cars are allowed).

2. Only materials from the official pinewood derby kit may be used. No replacement axles, wheels, etc., may be used.

3. Cars must weigh no more than 5 ounces (156.25 grams). During the inspection process, you may use tape to attach weights (coins, nuts, washers, etc.,) to the car to bring it up to weight.

4. Only dry lubricants allowed (no grease or WD40 allowed).

5. Numerous awards are given, but you should design your car for both speed and appearance.

The Race Environment
1. We have a beautiful track that's about 30 feet long. The finish line is a crash into cushions, so your car should be sturdy!

Conduct of the Race
1. Racers will first register their car where race officials will verify that the car meets all design criteria and does not exceed its' maximum weight (5 oz). Once cars have completed registration, they will be placed in the Pit. From that point forward, only race officials may touch, handle or otherwise disturb the cars.

2. Races will be done within each den with each car racing multiple times on multiple lanes of the track. The race committee will assign lanes.

3. Winning cars from each den will race for the pack championship.

4. If a car leaves its lane and continues down the track so that it doesn't interfere with other cars, the heat will be called normally. If it does interfere with other cars, the heat will be rerun. If the same car leaves its lane again, it will get last place in that heat.

5. Finish line judges will assign the order of finish for all heats. Their judgments are final.

6. Repairs to damaged cars are allowed, so long as the car is ready for its next heat. Scouts should perform repairs with assistance of the adult partner.

7. Anything that hasn't been covered will be decided by the race committe using common sense and fair play.

Enjoy the links below to help you build the coolest looking, fastest racing Pinewood Derby car!

Pinewood Derby Overview
Source: Virtual Cub Leaders Handbook
Another great site with a complete overview of the Pinewood Derby. Also has great links on everything you'd want to know about building your car.

Pinewood Derby Science
Source: howstuffworks
A nice site that describes the science of the Pinewood Derby.

Car Templates
Source: home.simplyweb.net
A nice site with free car templates to help you build a specific design.