Pinewood Derby Frequently Asked Questions
Feel free to contact me with any questions you might have or read through our list of FAQ to find the answers to the commonly asked questions.
Q: Who is invited to race?
A: Anyone and everyone is more than welcome to come race either live
or by proxy.
Q: How much does it cost to race?
A: The cost is $15 per car live for the 1st car and $5 each
additional car, $15 per car proxy for the 1st car and $8 for each
additional car. Make sure
and include the cost of return shipping for proxy cars.
Q: Is this a league race?
A: YES. This will be a highly competitive series. You
don't have to be a pro to come race! Racing against the best
in the country will help you drastically improve your own personal
speeds.
Q: Is there a division for Rookies?
A: YES! We will now offer a special division for racers that
are new to league racing. We have a seperate rookie division
for the BSA Class only. If you participate in the rookie
division you will not be in the running for the overall prizes.
Q: Are there prizes?
A: Trophies are given to the winners of each class at the end of the
series. A cash prize will be given to the overall series
points champion. The cash prize total will be determined by
taking 25% from every entry fee collected from January to May.
Certificates will be given out to the 2nd and 3rd place finishers in
each class. Rookie winners will receive end of season
trophies and certificates.
Q: Can I relube my Pinewood Derby car during the race?
A: No. No work can be performed to a car once the car is
teched in except for cleaning the wheels. Please race fair.
Q: Is there a show division?
A: No.
Q: Can I test my Pinewood Derby car before the race?
A: YES! The track is open for testing on a first come
first serve basis. TRACK TESTING WILL NO
LONGER BE ALLOWED ON THE DAY OF THE RACE! Call to schedule a time to come and test.
Q: Is it safe to ship a car and how do I
do it?
A: It is very safe and simple to ship cars. League racers race
by proxy every month. The most affordable and simple way I
have found to ship a car is detailed HERE.
Q: Are the new BSA wheels legal?
A: YES!
Q: What is the points structure?
A: Click here for
the points structure.
The National Championships begin in:Track Records
BSA Class- 2.908
Kirk Fry "Yakatac"
Awana Class- 2.912
Rick Halliburton "White Mountain Racing"
Pro Class- 2.840
John Halliburton "DerbyDad4Hire"
Stock Class- 2.882
John Halliburton "DerbyDad4Hire"
Runt Class- 2.932
John Halliburton "DerbyDad4Hire"
4 On The Floor Class- 2.954
Rick Halliburton "White Mountain Racing"
Royal Class- 2.914
Rick Halliburton "White Mountain Racing"
Needle Class- 2.873
Dale Campbell "Spacewalker Racing"
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