Scout Cut Days
La Grange: 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. on December 13, 2025, and January 10, 2026.
Arlington Heights: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. on December 20, 2025, and January 3 and 17, 2026.
Walk in for approximately 15–30 minutes of expert help.
Pack 86 Pinewood Derby
Before race day
What every Scout family needs to know before the car reaches the starting line.
Inspection and weigh-in
For 2026, cars were inspected January 20–22. There were no race-day inspections or submissions.
Weight — at or below the Pack limit.
Size — within all length, width, and clearance limits.
Wheels and axles — compliant with Pack rules.
Final approval — the car receives its race number after passing.
Bring the car fully built. After check-in, the Scout gives up the car until race day. A car that does not pass receives a chance to be improved and presented again before the deadline.
Scout interview
Be ready to tell the race-day hosts:
- Your car’s name
- Something special about your car
- A fun fact about you—perhaps a favorite food, superpower, or hobby