For new competitors or seasoned racers, this informative, step-by-step guide reveals all the secrets to building a championship car. This officially licensed product of Boy Scouts of America, and written by a research scientist and father of two undefeated Derby Champs, this valuable and education manual features full-color, easy-to-follow instructions and is perfect for parents and kids alike. 

David Meade has been involved in the Pinewood Derby for over 20 years, and David's own sons have earned 13 first-place finishes over the past seven years. In addition, he runs Derby Champ, an online Pinewood Derby supply company. When not designing the ultimate Pinewood Derby car, he works as a research scientist. 

" 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