Pinecar Derby Rules

Pinecar Derby Rules: Trinity Lutheran Church Pioneers Created 2-14-07 Car Design Rules:

1. Cars are to be designed as freewheeling using only gravity as propulsion. 2. The maximum total weight should not exceed 5.0 ounces (141.37 grams). 3. The car must fit on the track. (No more than 3 inches width, 7 inches length) 4. Overall car height must not exceed 3 inches. 5. Front and Rear axles may be located anywhere on the car. 6. Only parts included in the official car kit are legal. (You may add paint, glue, and decorations.) 7. Cars may not be modified after being accepted for technical checks. (Except for emergency repairs) 8. Dry/Powdered lubrication may be used but applied such that excess doesn't foul track surface. Re-lubrication may not be carried out after the derby is declared open. Powdered lubricant (graphite) will be available on the day of the race, for free, for use before the derby begins. Participant Rules:

1. The car should be built with skills in concert with the age of the participant. 2. Good sportsmanship is expected from everyone involved. 3. Racers must be Pioneer members and may enter only one competition car. Each car will have a number, which should be written on the car. These numbers will be handed out at the March meeting. 4. Car construction techniques should include only those within the skill/age level of the racer. (This would indicate the exclusion of all but simple home shop tools) 5. Only a car built this racing season may be used for competition. (Previous year cars not allowed)

(Taken and modified from http://home.simplyweb.net/bosworth/planning.htm#RACERULE)