Pine Wood Derby '08

One of the greatest highlights in the life of a Cub Scout is the Pinewood Derby. Once a year boys and dads put their heads together to craft the sleekest, fastest, best looking block of wood on wheels.

This year was Jacob's last chance to participate. It was Dad's last chance to help a son build a sweet "ride" for four years (when Tim is in Cub's). Needless to say, it had to be good.

Jacob patterned his car's shape after Speed Racer, painted it white, and added some glow in the dark paint for special effects. Too bad they didn't run the races in the dark! They had a little trouble getting the wheels right because of the shape of the car, but there was no need to worry, See the blue ribbons? Undisputed first place. Way to end your Cub Scout career man!

A tradition in our pack is to let anyone who wants to race a car have at it after the official races are done. Gracie was able to convince her dad to help to build a car to race (I don't know why I didn't get a photo of that, I'll have to add it in later!), Jeremy brought an old car and Jacob let Charity and Tabitha use his old cars. Tim raced this one that Dad made just for fun last year. Look familiar?Gee, it looks an awful lot like the monstrosity I drive.

Both Tim and Jacob provided great entertainment as they ran, hopped, and jumped alongside the track as the cars raced down.

Four more years 'till your turn little buddy!