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Parents' Open Bandit Race

posted Jan 8, 2012 6:11 PM by St. Thomas Pack 28
This year we will have a Pinewood Derby race for parents interested in seeing how fast they can make a car.  This "Open Bandit Race" is based on one that the district has, and the rules are slightly different than those for the scout race.  Actually there are only four rules, which are:
  • WIDTH: Overall width shall not exceed 2 ¾ inches.
  • LENGTH: Overall length shall not exceed 7 inches.  
  • WEIGHT: Cars must not weigh more than 8 oz.

The only other rule for this race is that there will be no flames shooting from the car. Racing wheels, bushings, bearings, springs, motors and anything else, short of a rocket engine, will be allowed in this race.

There will be three prize categories (Fastest Car, Creative Design of a Car, Slowest Car)

The race will be held immediately following the scout race on Sunday January 22nd.  You will need to buy your own car kit for this race.