At our January Pack Meeting, Pack 86 will conduct our annual Iditarod Race. This is a fun-filled event for all the boys who complete for bragging rights. Rules are copied below for your reference. Safety is paramount - "mushers" must wear a helmet. See you at the race!

Sled Construction

1. Cardboard box with a rug (piling facing out) secured on the bottom. The carpet piling must be the only contact with the floor.

2. Box must be large enough to fit the “musher” in the seated position.

3. Cut 2, ½-inch holes in the front of the “sled” to allow the “dog rope” to slide into.

4.(The dog/musher rope will be provided)

Musher Safety

1. Musher must wear a bike helmet while riding in the sled (helmet to be supplied by the den)

2. Parent volunteers will be stationed at each turn

Racing Course

1. Starting line is in front of the stage. The best time for two laps through the hallway and cafeteria will determine the winner in each grouping.

2. “Dogs” will be the boys in each den.

3. If time permits, we will have each Den run twice and take the best of the two times.

Miscellaneous

1. Themed or decorated sleds and Scouts are encouraged.

2. Bring your camera

3. Come to laugh and enjoy a great race!

• Car must be built this year. You cannot reuse same car from previous years.

• Your car can be of any shape and design. However you must use the official wood block, wheels, and axles. Supplied by Pack 86 - NO SUBSTITUTION OF AXLES OR WHEELS.

• Your car must fit into GO-NO GO box that is 7” long, 5” tall, and 2.75” wide. These are maximum sizes for your car. When it doubt, the original wood block is within specification.

• Weights and accessories can be added to your car, as long as they are securely fastened, and meet all other specifications.

• Track lane strips are ¼” tall and 1 3/8” wide. Your car should have a clearance of 3/8” on the under side to clear the lane strip.

• The maximum weight of the car is 5 oz. On race day we will have a weigh station, after which you can make weight adjustments. However, it is strongly encouraged to have your car meeting weight specifications ahead of time. You can take your car to any mail box type store when finished. They usually have scales and most are accommodating for the kids.

• The Official registration and qualifications booth will confirm dimensions of the car. The car will then be weighed again and this is considered the Official weight. In order to save time, please have your car as close as possible to the correct weight. If the car is over-weight or over-size you will be asked to return to the end of line to make adjustments.

• Wheel bearings, bushings, washers, and springs are prohibited. Wheel hubs must be able to rub against wood or painted wood. WHEELS MAY NOT BE SHAVED OR SHAPED AND WASHERS CANNOT BE USED however DRY lubrication such as graphite sold in hobby stores can be used.

• Wheel and axle location on the cars can be changed. Slots in the official wood block do not have to be used.