fourth annual Pinewood Derby
A FUNDRAISER FOR PUC elementary SCHOOL

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RACE DETAILS

  • Only cars made from kits purchased through PUC Elementary may be raced.

  • Cars must be completed and turned in to PUCE by 3 PM on the Friday before the race.

Derby Car Rules

1. Width shall not exceed 2-3/4 inches.

2. Length shall not exceed 7 inches.

3. Weight shall not exceed 5 ounces.

4. Axles, wheels, and body shall be from the materials provided in the kit.

5. Wheel bearings, washers, and bushings are prohibited.

6. No lubricating oil may be used. Axles may be lubricated with powdered graphite or silicone.

7. The car shall not ride on any kind of spring.

8. The car must be free-wheeling, with no starting devices.

9. No loose materials of any kind are allowed in the car.

Race Ground Rules:

1. Every racer will participate in multiple heats. 

2. The top finisher in each heat will be awarded points.

3. The top four cars with the most points will go on to the finals.

4. By participating in the derby, racers give implicit permission to PUC Elementary to use any photographs, videotapes, motion pictures, or any other record of this event with the racer in it for legitimate purposes.

5. The Parent/Guardian must sign a release of liability for the racer. 

  • Prizes will be awarded for top finisher in each age group.

  • Entrance fee per racer: $40.00. Includes T-shirt and car kit.