Pinewood Derby Speed Secrets

Experience the Thrill of Winning the Pinewood Derby Whether you are a first-timer or seasoned competitor, Pinewood Derby Speed Secrets has all the advice and tips you and your child need to build the car that brings home the trophy. Featuring fully-illustrated, easy-to-follow instructions covering every step of the process, author David Meade , a research scientist and the father of two undefeated Derby champs, reveals his ultimate speed secrets for crossing the finish line first. You'll discover: * How to Build three levels of Pinewood Derby car: The Winning Car, The Championship Car, and The Ultimate Car * The fun of building cars side-by-side with your child * The secrets to preparing the wheels and axles, distributing weight, and shaving seconds off yor race time * 7 ready-to-cut patterns By using the tips and techniques in Pinewood Derby Speed Secrets, you, too, will be sure to build a winning car while building memories that will last a lifetime. "I've seen a lot of first-time participants since founding the Pinewood Derby in 1953. If you want to compete successfully your first time out, or improve on last year's finish, this book is for you." --Don Murphy, founder of the Pinewood Derby and author of Pinewood, The Story of the Pinewood Derby