Want to build a winning Pinewood Derby car? It starts with the right wheels. Learn how to choose the best wheels, what makes them fast, and which speed tricks really work. This guide offers practical tips for racers looking to gain a competitive edge and roll into the winner’s circle. Get the inside track now!
Choosing the right wheels is key to building a fast Pinewood Derby car. This guide covers essential tips on selecting, modifying, and optimizing your wheels for maximum speed. From lathed upgrades to performance tweaks, learn how wheel choice can make or break your race results.
The Asset Wheel by Derby Dust® is engineered for racers who demand precision. CNC-lathed and matched for optimal speed, these wheels are crafted to help you cross the finish line first. Designed to reduce wobble and increase straight-line performance, the Asset Wheel delivers the competitive edge your pinewood car needs. Get ready to dominate race day!
Get perfect wheel spacing every time with our Pinewood Car Wheel Gauge. Designed for precision tuning, it's the must-have tool for serious racers.
Improve your pinewood race car performance with our axle bore sealant. Easy to apply, race-legal, and designed for maximum wheel spin and longevity.
Crafted from precision laser-cut balsa wood, these fins and fenders give your pinewood racer a sleek, aerodynamic boost without adding weight. Easy to glue on.
Boost your Pinewood Derby car’s speed with expert wheel modifications. Learn the pros and cons of lathed wheels, proper sanding techniques, and polishing methods. This guide shares insider tips to help you get the edge at the finish line—whether you're a beginner or seasoned racer looking for more speed.
We’re down to our final 200 sets of legacy Pinewood-style wheels. Newer batches from 2025 production are showing severe manufacturing defects—undersized bores, heavy flashing, and off-center molds—that can’t be machined away. Learn what’s happening, what it means for you, and how you can help push for better standards.
Boost your pinewood car’s performance with a wheel hub shaver. This precision tool removes mold marks and trues the hub face, helping reduce friction and ensure smoother, faster wheel rotation. A must-have for serious racers looking to fine-tune every detail for maximum speed and consistent axle fit.
Want a faster pinewood derby car? Start with polished wheels. This guide walks you through using our wheel polish kit to reduce friction and increase speed. Whether you're a first-time builder or seasoned racer, mastering wheel prep is key to winning performance. Follow these expert tips to give your car the edge on race day.
Coning your Pinewood car's hubs is a proven technique to reduce friction and increase performance. This DIY tutorial shows you how to properly modify wheel hubs using simple tools to give your car a competitive edge on race day. Perfect for racers looking to fine-tune their build and shave off those last critical milliseconds.
Want to win your next Pinewood race? Start with the right axles. In this post, we break down why axle quality matters and show you what makes our speed axles faster than the rest. Learn what to look for, how they’re made, and why they give your car the edge at the finish line.
Blair’s go-to Pinewood Derby setup reveals the critical tweaks that make a real difference—axle placement, wheel prep, and rail-riding strategy. Whether you're new or experienced, this guide shows you how to gain speed with precision. Take your car from average to race-ready with these simple, effective tuning tips from Derby Dust.
Want to make your pinewood derby car faster? This checklist covers essential tips like axle polishing, wheel reshaping, extended wheelbase, 3-wheel designs, and lube options like graphite and oil. Whether you're new or experienced, these practical tricks can help give your car the winning edge. Be sure to check your local race rules for compliance.
Unlock max speed with our pinewood racing oil, designed to reduce friction and stay within race rules. A clean alternative to graphite.
Discover how to build a winning pinewood derby car with expert strategies for speed, alignment, weight placement, and wheel setup. This guide shares proven tips to help racers of all skill levels craft a top-performing car that stands out on race day.
Discover the advantage of a CNC-cut ultra light pinewood derby body. Crafted for racers who demand speed, this design reduces weight while optimizing aerodynamics. Ideal for custom builds, it gives you the freedom to win your way. Trust Derby Dust for performance-focused pinewood car parts that make a difference on race day.