Other Races
As the popularity of the pinewood derby grew, other organizations adopted the concept. Pinewood derby is a registered trademark of the BSA, so most use different names. Each derby has slightly different rules for making and racing their cars.
- Awana has the Awana Grand Prix.
- Christian Service Brigade uses the name Shape N Race Derby.
- Royal Ambassadors have RA Racers.
- Royal Rangers use a different kit with an original style narrow wheel, adjustable screw axle and wooden dowel axle housing.
- Scouts Canada has the Kub Kar Rally for Cub Scouts, Beaver Buggies for Beaver Scouts, and Scout Express trucks for Scouts.
- Valve cover racing is an event at some car shows using vehicles made from valve covers.
- Woodcar Independent Racing League open to anyone of any age
- YMCA chule cars use the same kit as the Royal Rangers.
- BSA has recently added an 18-wheeler category to Pinewood Derby, similar to Scout Express trucks from Scouts Canada.
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