Triston is a Webelo, and this year was his final Pine Wood Derby. He started with a bang three years ago and so he was hoping to go out with a bang as well. HE DID!
Father spent the first year helping him design and make his car. I'd say 90% dad, 10% Triston. That year Triston was not only the fastest Wolf, but also Cub Scout Pack #101 Champion! He also got to take his car to Districts. He had so much fun!
The second year, Triston was informed he was going to have to do a lot more on this one. It was about 40% dad and 60% Triston. Once again he was the fastest Bear. He was just edged out by a Webelo, coming in second for the entire pack. Once again he got to take his car to Districts.
This year, other than dad cutting out his car as no one wanted a missing limb in the quest for the fastest Pine Wood Derby car, Triston did the whole thing! He was the fastest Webelo, taking another 1st place trophy, coming in third overall in his pack, and earned his third straight trip to the district race.
He's had a wonderful time and experience working alongside his father not only on the wooden cars, but also on the real thing. He has a love for car and hopes to one day be as good as his father. Way to go Triston!! VROOOOOOOOM....
That is awesome that he did his own car. Knowing about cars is very useful. How old is Triston? He looks so grown up.
ReplyDeleteHe'll be eleven this May. He's very mature and respectful. I'm just hoping his growth spurt happens soon. Little sister is three inches taller and two years younger. He never says much, but I think it bothers him.
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