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Pinewood Derby 2005

Pinewood Derby Weigh-In & Setup
Thursday January 13, 2005
Hope Church, Oakdale
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Weigh-in: Webelos II
Track Set-up: Webelos I

Pinewood Derby
Friday January 14, 2005

Hope Church, Oakdale
6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Racing & Judging: Bears
Scoring: Wolves
Refreshments: Tigers

2005 Results

The top three from each den qualify to attend the district races in March, if they want to attend. Details will be available on the council web site at www.indianhead.org.

Overall Pack
1st Place - Pack Noah Lancette
2nd Place - Pack Aaron Broyles
3rd Place - Pack Frank Hunter
4th Place - Pack Jacob Grode
5th Place - Pack James Armstrong
Webelo II Wolves
1st Place Frank Hunter 1st Place James Armstrong
2nd Place Zach Thoreen 2nd Place Robert Armstrong
3rd Place Tyler Frickson 3rd Place Kellen Renstrom
Webelo I Bears
1st Place Jacob Grode 1st Place Noah Lancette
2nd Place Tyler Johnson 2nd Place TJ Lagoon
3rd Place Nick Nelson 3rd Place Anthony Voxland
Tigers Parents
1st Place Aaron Broyles 1st Place Mike Lancette
2nd Place Ben Trusty 2nd Place Kristy Schramel
3rd Place Matthew Lindquist 3rd Place Scott Renstrom
Siblings Boy Scouts
1st Place Alyssa Frickson 1st Place Brian Krook
2nd Place Trent Evenson 2nd Place Hans Metz
3rd Place Adam Armstong 3rd Place Andy Nelson

OFFICIAL COUNCIL PINEWOOD DERBY RULES

All cars must meet the following rules and specifications:

  • Each participant may enter one (1) car. The Cub Scout needs to be present and in uniform for the car to compete.

  • The race will be a timed event. The best, cumulative time will determine the winner.

  • After registration, inspection and weigh-in the car will be impounded. You will not be allowed access to your car until the end of the event. A car losing a wheel or any part that prevents running cannot be repaired after weigh-in. EXCEPTION: Race officials may authorize repairs when damage is caused by collision with another vehicle or object. Repairs allowed by the Race Officials must be completed within a limited time

  • If a car leaves the track in two (2) consecutive races, it is disqualified. EXCEPTION: When a car is caused to leave the track because of a collision with another car.

  • The cars will rest against a starting pin: therefore it is advisable that they do not come to a sharp point in front. The front end should not be any higher than 1/4" above the axle line.

  • ONLY the official Cub Scout Grand Prix Pinewood Derby kit can be used.

  • Width - overall width will not exceed 2-3/4".

  • Length - over all length will not exceed 7". Wheels will not extend past the front or rear of the car body.

  • Width - between wheels - will not be less than 1-3/4".

  • Bottom Clearance - clearance between car and track will not be less than 1/4".

  • Weight - will not exceed 5 ounces.

  • Height - will not exceed 3 - 1/2".

  • Only official Cub Scout Grand Prix Pinewood Derby wheels and axles are permitted. You may not change the wheel dimensions. You may, however, sand the tread or tire contact area of the wheel to smooth out the rough spats. Wheel bearings, washers, and bushings are prohibited. The car will not ride on springs of any type. Wheel covers or hub caps are prohibited, the end of the axle must be viewable for inspection. The recommended wheel and axle lubricant is dry, powdered graphite. D

  • Details such as steering wheel, a driver, decals are permissible as long as these details do not exceed the width, length, height, clearance and weight specifications. All details must be securely attached to the car.

  • All cars will be free wheeling with no starting devices. Magnets and slip weights are prohibited. All weights must be securely attached to the car. DO NOT SAND OR LUBRICATE WHEELS! ALL CARS WHEEL WILL BE LUBRICATED BY THE INSPECTION COMMITTEE.

    Inspection: Each car must pass an inspection by the Official Inspection Committee before it may compete. The inspectors have the right to disqualify those cars which do not meet the rules and specifications outlined above. Even though your car passed the inspection at the Pack or District level. If a car does not pass inspection, the owner will be informed of the reason for failure and will be given a time within the official registration period to make adjustments.
ALL DECISIONS BY THE RACE OFFICIALS ARE FINAL


Blue and Gold Banquet 2005

Friday, February 4, 2005
Hope Church, 15th St, Oakdale
6:30 p.m.
Hosts: Webelos II

Tigers - Apple Juice, Milk, Coffee and cups.

Wolves - Desserts

Bears - Chips, Rolls and butter

Webelos I - Side dishes, (fruit/vegetables) and salads

Webelos II - Main dishes, table set up decorations

Summer Camps 2005

Summer Events 2005