It's that time of the year where the menfolk in these parts blow the sawdust of the ban saws and see who can make the fast car in the west. Yessir, it is Pinewood Derby time, a long held cub scouting tradition. Each cub scout is given a kit containing a block of wood, axles, and tires and then the fun begins. The cub scouts have very little to do with the construction of their cars but if they are really lucky they get to paint and maybe sand a little, for the most part the Dads take it over and do it all. It isn't a terribly fair contest as you have to have own or have access to woodworking tools. For years we didn't and Eddy would do the best he could with what he had and poor Quinton would always come in last. Many a tear was shed at these Pinewood Derby Races. Nowadays, Eddy is more experienced and has a friend with a nice woodworking shop. So his cars do quite well and the boys are all smiles.
This year McCoy had a space shuttle themed car and Declan had a sleek race car. The race is results are all electronic and Pinewood Derby is taken very seriously. There are lots of rules from how heavy the car can be to who can touch the car (just the scout) but the boys do have a lot of fun.
McCoy (left) and Declan with their cars
Getting their cars all set on the track with projected race info behind
Declan watches his car closely
Very closely
(his is the red one in the lead)
When it was all said and done McCoy took 1st place for Wolves and 3rd place over all. Declan took first place for Webelos and 2nd place overall. They could go on to districts which is the next level of racing but I prefer not pursue greater glory and just enjoy our success. No need to add more tears the Pinewood Derby experience.
McCoy with his trophy
Declan with his trophy
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