18^th March 2012

This was the date of our 2^nd race meet.

Groups from across the entire region had been invited, but due to reasons unknown the day was a Beenleigh only event. Even though the weather was wet, it did not dampen the enthusiasm of the 30+ racers that competed. The event was broken into 3 classes – Joeys, Cubs and Open.

This year we introduced the new software timing system that was developed for us. This software allowed us not only to run the event more seamlessly but allowed us to track times for the 

cars.

It was interesting to see these tiny vehicles reaching speeds around 13km/hr over the 9m track. We had a few crashes and event had a horse loose its head.

There were many wonderful car shapes and designs on the day, ranging from a T-Bucket to R2D2 , a Train to a Horse in a field, Classic cars and race cars. Wonderful effort to all on your cars. It never ceases to amaze the amount of effort people place into heir cars.

Once again a very special thanks to Bunyip who not only helped several people with their cars, but had to find time to make his own kids theirs, while also having time to make the great trophies that were presented on the day.

Another special thanks to wombat that helped Yvette and family get their cars made and ready for the day.

All in all it was a great day had by all, with the kids and parents alike screaming and yelling for their cars as they hurtled down the track.

See you all next year at our 3^rd event. I'll leave you with a few photos of all the wonderful cars.

Rama

Videos







For more videos look at this link: 2012 Pinewood Videos

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Start your motors

Well we're down to 6 weeks left until race day. The new colored wheels have proven very popular with the kids, next year we'll have to order larger quantities.

We still have plenty of Black wheels left, sorry if you missed out on getting your favorite color this time around.

Tomorrow night we will be giving a presentation at the regional venturer's meeting, hopefully this will gain us a larger gathering this year.

If any groups in the Gold Coast Region or nearby wish to join us, please read the rules section, the official BSA wheel kit must used. You can purchase these from us for $5.00 + postage.

March 18, 2012

Venue: Beenleigh Scout Den

Contact us at pinewood.beenleigh@gmail.com to arrange a demonstration at your den.

Entry: $5  (using last year car as long as it fits the updated rules)

Entry + Wheel Kit: $10

Entry + Wheel Kit + Wood Block: $15

Limit colors left. New supplies on order.

Hurry and get yours before they are all gone (plenty of black still in stock)

Please contact us if you require large orders of wheels and blocks of wood.