"Kub Kar racing is an old tradition in the Scouting movement. It allows Cubs the chance to design a vehicle starting from a block of wood, carve or cut it into a desirable shape and then race it against other Cubs. Cubs, learn how to use woodworking tools and important aspects of woodshop safety while under the supervision of leaders or adults. The work can qualify for badge requirements such are the Tawny Star, the Carpenter Badge and the Handicraft Badge. The Cubs take pride in their efforts, and look forward with enthusiasm as they pit their car against others in their pack or visiting packs. General Rules: All cars must start by gravity from a standstill, at the starting point. No pushing is allowed. To finish the car whose nose is the first to cross the finish line is the winner. The race official will decide the winner, and if the result is too close to call, a second race can be run. If any car leaves the track the race can be restarted. If the same car leaves again, the car is eliminated."
This is pretty serious stuff! The word out there is that this is more of a 'dad's' project then a 'cub's' project but I have to say my boys did an incredible job working together. If you get talking to Eli though he'll quickly give majority of the credit to his dad BUT he seems to forget about all the time he spent at sanding and painting his kub kar, it really was a team effort.
Well done guys and good luck at the races (Eli wasn't in cubs yet when the big races were held but their cub pack will be doing one next month for just their pack)! I can't wait to see what you guys come up with next year!!
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