Well I just got back from LH and their new track is awesome, Bernie did a great job. Had a blast bashing and hanging with you guys. If you like major air, make sure you make it down there.

Well I am new to this site I live in the nw burbs. I race clods and such on carpet. I will have to post some info on here once I get rolling. Bigdangerous I would like if you could contact me. Thanks

For all the members who've reached 'senior member' status (100+ posts), if your want to have a custom user title under your name, post up. It's just one way I'd like to say thanks for your contributions on the forums.

I'm prolly gonna pick up a tlt-1. In the spring, a nitro monster of some kind.

I was planning on going to test out the new tires and stuff, but with the weather, I was stuck at home shoveling snow for few hours.

Did anyone brave the weather and race? Or did everyone wimp out like me?

Hey guys i have 3 sets (12 tires) Of Brand new Maxx size Bow tie tires. these tires dont come with foams though, but lets face it the stock pro-line foam they come with stinks !!! I'd like to sell them in sets of 4 for the low low low price of $30.00!!! Yes thats right 30bucks for FOUR brand new tires that would coast you 60+ dollars at any hobby store. Pm me if your interested ... Ill be at leisure hour this THURSDAY , so if you want we can deal then. Thanks guys!!!

1st place-my r/c drift car. We had fun with them for 2 weeks before we realized without a course it was lame. Maybe Jack, Mr tune and i will get motivated one day.

2nd-my stampede. it looks so cool, but its so damn slow.

3rd-my txt-1 crawler-again, looks bad ass, works pretty well for near stock but........i cant find anywhere to use this damn thing.

honorable mention-my mini z supra. it sits on my dresser like a die cast so i kinda forget it exists. used for 4 mins until i picked it up and it was loaded with dog hair.

Well, the weather sucks....would anyone be up for a get together the next few weeks?

I was at Al's last night and spent 1/4 of my return on rc parts . It's been awhile since I invested in the truck, it felt good.

I picked up some 40 series proline bowties and velocity wheels, and some trinity triple foams. Time for me to eliminate all my sidewall flex.

...one step closer to the a-mains

See you all on saturday for some mt racing! (1-22-05)

Ok here are some guidelines for marshalling. Very good info I found and 99% of it applies to leisure and anywere you might race.


What to do when you marshal......

After your race, you MUST report immediately to the track for corner marshaling duties. The racers scheduled for the last heat/main will marshal the first heat/main.

Corner marshaling is a REQUIRED activity. You must take your turn at marshaling. If you are not physically able (or are under 12), you must make arrangements for someone to fill your marshaling. position. If you do not, you will be docked one lap in your main.

Pay strict attention to your section of the track; do not get caught up in the racing. Marshal as you'd like your race to be marshaled.

Keep an eye on what's coming toward you, and generally what's going on around you. Do not try to run between cars, placing yourself in harm's way - don't be a hero.

BE SAFE out there. Toy cars are more easily repaired than humans. If it takes a couple of extra seconds, then so be it. If the driver doesn't like it, he shouldn't have crashed in the first place.

Never, ever, cross oncoming traffic until it's safe to do so, for both you and the other cars on the track.

Wear gloves and other protective clothing such as safety glasses.

These cars, although they are toys, can be dangerous if not marshaled properly. Be aware of the hazardous parts of the car, exhaust, gears, tires, etc.

Eye protection should be considered as well, especially when running on a wet track.

Open toed shoes and sandals are NOT appropriate footwear for turn marshals!

Use both hands to marshal an overturned toy car, picking it up by the front and rear bumpers. Using one hand may seem quicker, but you'll generally do a better job if you use both hands.

Do not try to kick cars over with your feet.

Always marshal a car so that it points in the right direction when released.

Place toy cars back on the track in the location where they crashed or left the track. Do not advance a car on the track.

Don't throw a car into oncoming traffic and cause another crash! Wait until the track is clear before you set the car back down on the track.

If you notice that one car caused another to crash, help the innocent guy first. The guy who caused the crash doesn't deserve to be rewarded by being marshaled first.

Marshal all toy cars equally, play no favorites. Do not leave the track until all toy cars are finished.

Racers - GET OFF THE THROTTLE when you're being marshaled! The marshal may choose to just stand back and wait for you to get on the brakes before helping your overturned toy car.

Get to your marshaling position as quickly after your race as possible. The next racers will need your help during their warm up session; they can't drive any better than you can.

And above all else - LET'S BE SAFE OUT THERE!!!