PINEWOOD! The Story of the Pinewood Derby by Don Murphy

Don Murphy, the founder of the Pinewood Derby, tells how he invented the very first Pinewood Derby racing event for his Cub Scout Pack in 1953.

This limited first-edition book is printed in a large 8"x11" format and will not be reprinted when it sells out! Pinewood Pro is the exclusive seller of this 40-page book.

Inside, you’ll find:

Don's drawings of the original track design and the original derby car

Rare pictures from the first Pinewood Derby, including the only photo of "The First Racer," Don Murphy's Pinewood Derby car he built with his son, Donn, for the first race

A picture of the only existing car from the very first race on May 15, 1953 in Manhattan Beach, CA

Donn’s reflections of the first race and how his dad conceived of the Pinewood Derby

This is a great read or gift for derby history buffs, lovers of Scouting memorabilia, and winning racers from your own event!

Check out [Winning Pinewood Derby Secrets] when you’re ready to get racing, and [our interview with Donn Murphy] for even more Pinewood Derby history.

Product Code: 012490