Miao jin 4 pack diy wooden sailboat band paddle boat paint and decorate wooden sailboat craft kits. Each boy will build his own boat with supervision and help from parents and leaders. Learn about specification requirements and check out some design tips on our site. Raingutter regatta pack 296 official rules cub scout pack 296. The boys alter prefab boat kits and blow on the sails to race boats in a moat made from a rain gutter filled with water. How to save money building your own boats boat building plans, boat plans, rain. For a raingutter regatta each rainspout sailboat kit comes with 1 hull, 1 mast, 1 rudder and a sail. A winning raingutter racer stays on an even keel, moves in a straight line, keeps the bow above water and does not drag. The event requires cub scouts to build a sail boat utilizing the parts contained in the official bsa raingutter regatta trimaran kit. This is a chance for your scout to be part of a team during boat construction and to enjoy the spirit of friendly competition with. General information on speed and boat design most raingutter regatta boat builders design their boats to plow through the water. Replacement kits may be purchased from the scout shop. This is a chance for your son to be part of a team during boat. As much as practical, the boat should be substantially built by the scout with parental supervision.
Dec 1, 2016 explore jenniferdbrachos board bsa raingutter regatta. The official online store of the boy scouts of america. This shows how to build a raingutter regatta boat which can also be used for chinese dragon boat racing. Consider the competition categories and let your creativity and personality shine through. Boats must be made from the bsa raingutter regatta kits. The scouts blow air on the sails of the boat with a straw to move them through the water. The raingutter regatta is a racing event for cub scouts that is the sailboat equivalent of the pinewood derby. Public raingutter regatta cub scout pack 183 jasper.
Raingutter regatta rules and regulations pack cub scouts. On every boat, all the materials provided in the kit must be used in the boat construction. This event is held in annually in june as a summertime pack event. Official bsa trimaran boat kits are available at the local scout store. Official raingutter regatta rules trimaran series the raingutter regatta is a parentson project.
The cub scouts then race their boats in waterfilled rain gutters at a pack meeting. Aug 16, 2014 they dont really fit a standard raingutter. The scouts use a kit to build a trimaran sailboat that is windpowered by blowing on the sail. The paint finish may be sealed and polished as desired. If your boat does all this, it finishes ahead of any boat that cant. He also provides the wind for the sail with his own lung power. Apr 17, 2019 the rules for the raingutter regatta are simple. Each year the cub scouts have a weekend camp with a raingutter regatta.
Bsa introduces an exclusive alternative to the original raingutter regatta singlehull designthe new trimaran boat kit. Raingutter regatta racing format and rules derby talk. The raingutter regatta is a racing event for cub scouts in the boy scouts of america that is the sailboat equivalent of the pinewood derby. Does anyone know if these will fit a standard raingutter. This is a fun activity for scouts or educational learning. Raingutter regatta rules woodland park cub scout pack 20. Are you ready to put some speed into your race boat. How to build the raingutter regatta trimaran boat kit. Place the boat on a smooth flat surface like a table top and gently see if it rocks side to side or fore and aft. On every boat, the hull, mast, keel, rudder and sail provided in.
The actual race will involve a set of two raingutters. Jul 02, 2016 make an award winning raingutter regatta trimaran boat kit. The boat must have been built using only the kit handed out at the pack meeting or purchased bsa raingutter regatta trimaran boat kit no. The regatta boat kit, available from the scout shop, has a preshaped balsa hull, metal keel and plastic sail. Raingutter regatta sailboat racer kit which meets boy scouts of america specifications for raingutter regatta races. I have seen some research on fast boat designs on other web sites, i was just wondering if anyone on derby talk had plans, pictures, or ideas for a a fast foam type boat. Invest in your choice of raingutter with another pack or two. The sailboat kit consists of a seveninch 178 mm long balsa wood hull, a 612 inch mast, plastic sail, plastic rudder, and metal keel. Opening ceremony semester programs and events overview raingutter regatta overview building the boat closing ceremony the raingutter regatta is a racing event for cub scouts in the boy scouts of america that is t raingutter regatta 1 building the boat. Did i miss something or did the bsa discontinue the raingutter regatta boats to only the catamaran style kits. Cup sail modifications will be faster than the standard sail appendix b. First, what are the three main physics considerations in raingutter regatta racing. Hull and sail are then decorated with decal kits also available at the scout shop.
An exciting alternative to the classic singlehull raingutter regatta boat design. Please feel free to give guidance and minimal assistance, appropriate to the age of your scout, as he builds his raingutter regatta boat. We didnt want to have to rely on prefabricated kits, crump says. How to make recycled raingutter regatta boats cub scout. Built for stability and speed in the water, the trimaran hull is specially designed to prevent your boat from tipping over during the race. Im not seeing the keel or rudders in either box, they are cardboard and easy to make. Place the boat on a smooth flat surface like a table top and gently see if it rocks side to side or. Each time a race is won, the ships captain will receive a sticker to adorn their boat, or a tasty treat. Official raingutter regatta rules cub scout pack 843. How to cut a catamaran out of a raingutter regatta boat kit. However the materials supplied in the kit can be modified and added to somewhat.
Please follow the assembly directions on the package and allow the boys to decorate in any manner they choose. They can work to make their boat more aerodynamic, and they can decorate it. Cotton cub scouts pinewood derby cars racing racecars raingutter regatta sailboats boy scouts of america bsa scouting blue cotton fabric. General information on speed and boat design most raingutter regatta boat builders design their boats to plow through the. Raingutter regatta world class boats is a booklet i wrote that explains the modifications that turn a bsa kit into a fast cruiser. To ensure that the race is as fair as possible, all boats must be made from the bsa raingutter regatta. An exciting alternative to the classic singlehull raingutter regatta boat design, this kit has everything cub scouts. Make an award winning raingutter regatta trimaran boat kit. Those are fun to build, but they dont get you engaged. Raingutter regatta rules caswell district, east carolina.
Raingutter regatta tips and tricks caswell district bsa. The boats race in pairs on raingutter courses propelled by the boys blowing into the sails. Pinecar wood sailboat racer kit bsa cub scout pinewood. Within the basic design rules, scouts are free to paint and decorate their sailboats as they choose. An exciting alternative to the classic singlehull raingutter regatta boat design, this kit has everything cub scouts need to build a trimaran racer. The boat must be newly built for the current cub scouting year. The regatta boat kit, available from the bsa scout shop, has a preshaped balsa hull. To ensure that the race is as fair as possible, all boats must be made from the bsa raingutter regatta kits. Raingutter regatta is an annual event typically held each september. Public raingutter regatta cub scout pack 733 winfield. Dont fret, we have everything you need to help you throw together your scouting event with flair. How to cut a catamaran out of a raingutter regatta boat.
How to cut a catamaran out of a raingutter regatta boat kit cool boats, small. Find great deals on ebay for raingutter regatta and raingutter regatta kit. The raingutter regatta is a fun cub scout activity. Place the boat on a smooth flat surface like a table. Chief seattle council service center and scout shops are closed until april 9th. Our pack is thinking of holding its first rainwater regatta. Are you trying to build your pinewood derby race track on a time crunch. Raingutter regatta tips and tricks there are many tips and tricks on how to build a fast raingutter regatta. Scouts should build boats from official bsa raingutter regatta trimaran kits or by creating a boat of their own creation. Raingutter regatta racing trimaran kit rain gutter regatta, boat. A typical boy scout raingutter regatta boat kit looks like the one on the right. Racecars raingutter regatta sailboats boy scouts of america bsa scouting blue cotton. Raingutter regatta rules bsa unit 400 qatar bsa unit.
These are the cuts you need to make to turn the basic raingutter regatta boat kit into a catamaran that is much faster and more stable. Nov 11, 20 how to build the raingutter regatta trimaran boat kit. Hobbylinc carries 9 raingutter regatta kits at discounts up to 36%. The boat must be built using the official bsa trimaran boat kit supplied free of charge to all registered cub scouts of pack. The boat should be a new build, not one used in previous races or other regatta events. Trimaran hull, 2 wooden outriggers, sail, mast, screws and sanding stick. Check out our vast selection of banquet decor, pinewood derby tools and kits, rocket and boat building kits, and more at the scout shop. How to make recycled raingutter regatta boats cub scout ideas. Scout raingutter regatta racing trimaran kit sherpers. However, the materials supplied in the kit can be modified or added to somewhat. Additional parts, decals, paint, and glue are permitted. However, bsa sells a blow up mini pool type raingutter kid that it fits its actually worth the trouble to invest in a couple of those for your pack.
Boy scouts of america raingutter regatta boat kits. Here are just a few to ensure you have a fun and fast race. A bent rudder will steer the boat into the raingutter. Please follow the assembly directions on the package and allow the scouts to decorate in any manner they choose. On every boat, the hull, mast, keel, rudder and sail provided in the kit must be used in the boat construction. Bsa introduces an exclusive alternative to the original raingutter regatta single hull designthe new trimaran boat kit. How to build the raingutter regatta trimaran boat kit youtube. Raingutter regatta racing trimaran kit boy scouts of america. Cub scout raingutter regatta chief seattle council. The hulls are sanded and shaped, and are colorfully painted. Kit includes exclusive bsa trimaran hull, two balsa wood outriggers, sail, mast, screws.
Worse yet, youll be tired out from puffing at it the 20 or 30 seconds it takes to wobble 10 feet. Make the ultimate raingutter regatta racer boys life magazine. We will provide the first kit freeadditional kits are available for purchase. Official raingutter regatta rules cub scout pack 843 the rules for the raingutter regatta are fairly simple. Raingutter regatta rules bsa unit 400 qatar bsa unit 400. The actual race will involve a set of two raingutters inflatable raceways. Pinecar wood sailboat racer kit bsa cub scout pinewood derby. Some additional boat kits may be available for purchase on a first come, first served basis for siblings, or they maybe purchased from the scout shop. See more ideas about rain gutter regatta, cub scouts and boy scouts.
How to make your raingutter regatta a recycled regatta. The pack will supply one trimaran boat kit free of charge to all registered cub scouts of pack 3079. The hull, mast and sail provided in the kit must be used. These raingutter boats can be built the same day they are raced, or taken home to build or built as a group during a meeting. Think about what youll name your boat, and how youll build and decorate it. Raingutter regatta pack 296 official rules cub scout. Public raingutter regatta cub scout pack 183 jasper, indiana.
Cub scout pack 183 official raingutter regatta rules trimaran series the raingutter regatta is a parentson project. Pack 24 will be holding an exciting cub scout raingutter regatta on saturday, what is a raingutter regatta. We typically sell these kits at cost during the first pack meeting of the year and at rally nights. The rules for the raingutter regatta are fairly simple. Make the ultimate raingutter regatta racer boys life. Unfortunately, it will tip and turn uncontrollably from sidetoside. The boat should use every part from the bsa raingutter regatta kit. Im not seeing the keel or rudders in either box, they are cardboard and easy. Hobbymasters has raingutter regatta sailboat kits available to ship today. Its much like a raingutter regatta the sailing equivalent of the pinewood derby except boys make their boats from recycled materials instead of kits.
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