Get Inspired By These Creative Pinewood Derby Car Designs of 2025
Check out this exclusive 2025 Pinewood Derby photo gallery to see some of the incredible car designs submitted by Scout Life readers.
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How to Make a Fast Pinewood Derby Car
There are many ways to make your Pinewood Derby car go faster. Here are some of them.
What Are the Official Cub Scout Pinewood Derby Rules?
Race rules provide guidance and create a fair race for everyone. Make sure you know your pack's rules before you start building.
Where Do I Put Weights on a Pinewood Derby Car To Make It Go Faster?
Should you add weight to the back of your Pinewood Derby car or to the front? Here's what we know about that age-old question.
Take a Look at These Phenomenal Pinewood Derby Cars From 2024
Experience the thrill of speed and creativity in our 2024 Pinewood Derby car hall of fame.
How to Paint a Pinewood Derby Car to Give It a Glossy Finish
Sandpaper and paint can turn a block of wood into a sleek Pinewood Derby car that looks as smooth as steel.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Pinewood Derby
Get answers to frequently asked questions about the Pinewood Derby, as well as links to helpful resources and additional information.
Check Out These Fantastic Pinewood Derby Car Designs From 2023
These fun, fast and fantastic Pinewood Derby are awesome!
Use Science to Build the Fastest Pinewood Derby Car
A former NASA engineer explains how you can use science to make the fastest car at your next Pinewood Derby.
25 Funny Pinewood Derby Jokes
Be a humor champion with these winning Pinewood Derby jokes that are guaranteed to take the checkered flag.
Watch How a Pinewood Derby Car Kit Gets Made
VIDEO: Watch as logs from a sustainable forest get turned into kits for your Pinewood Derby car.
Download a Free Pinewood Derby Car Design Template
Use this handy template to sketch out your Pinewood Derby car's design before you start cutting.
How to Make a Pinewood Derby Car Display
When the race is over, enter the winner's circle by building this display for your Pinewood Derby car.
Pokémon Car Designs in the Pinewood Derby
Take a look at Pikachu, Turtwig and Charizard Pinewood Derby cars inspired by the Pokémon universe.
Minecraft Car Designs in the Pinewood Derby
Minecraft-themed Pinewood Derby cars are super popular this year. Check out these awesome photos.
How to Polish Your Pinewood Derby Car’s Axles and Wheels
Polishing your Pinewood Derby car's axles and wheels may be the most important factor in building a fast car.
Photos of Lego-Themed Pinewood Derby Cars
Block out some time to look at these snappy Lego Pinewood Derby cars.
Photo Gallery of Shark Pinewood Derby Cars
Shark Pinewood Derby cars are designed to intimidate the competition. Take a look at some of our favorites.
Take a Look at These Stunning Pinewood Derby Cars From 2022
These Pinewood Derby cars are amazing! Check out this photo gallery of creative Pinewood Derby cars sent to us by Scout Life readers.
These Incredible Pinewood Derby Cars From 2021 Will Inspire You
Check out these Pinewood Derby cars! Our photo gallery of creative cars is incredible. Take a look and then send us a photo of your 2021 Pinewood Derby car.
Get Inspired by These Awesome Pinewood Derby Car Designs of 2020
Take a look at this photo gallery of creative Pinewood Derby car designs sent to us by Scout Life readers.
These Pinewood Derby Cars Are Glowing (Yours Can, Too)!
The new, amped up cars glow in the dark and sport some sweet headlights and lights on their underbodies.
Amazing Pinewood Derby Car Designs of 2019
Take a look at these photos of awesome Pinewood Derby car designs sent to us by Boys' Life readers.
Cool Pinewood Derby Car Designs of 2018
Check out these pictures of cool Pinewood Derby car designs sent to us by Boys' Life readers.
Outstanding Pinewood Derby Car Designs of 2017
Need ideas for your Pinewood Derby car design? Here are images of some of the coolest Pinewood Derby car designs of 2017.
Pedro’s Nitro Derby
Collect nitro boosts as you race your car on nine challenging courses in Pedro's Nitro Derby.
100 Fantastic Pinewood Derby Car Designs of 2016
Here are some of the best Pinewood Derby cars of 2016 sent in by Boys' Life readers.
100+ Awesome Pinewood Derby Cars of 2014
Boyslife.org readers have sent us photos of amazing pinewood derby car designs. Take a look at some of our favorites.
100 Spectacular Pinewood Derby Cars of 2013
Looking for some amazing pinewood derby car design ideas? Take a look at some of our favorites.
50 Incredible Pinewood Derby Cars of 2012
Looking for some new Pinewood Derby car design ideas? Take a look at some of the great cars sent to us in 2012.
100 Amazing Pinewood Derby Car Design Photos of 2011
Looking for Pinewood Derby design ideas? Browse photos of more than 100 amazing Pinewood Derby cars.
100 Cool Pinewood Derby Car Photos of 2010
Looking for Pinewood Derby design ideas? Browse our photos of more than 100 amazing Pinewood Derby cars.
Video of a Super-Fast Pinewood Derby Track
Watch video of Indiana Cub Scouts experiencing a whole new speed of pinewood derby at this giant track.