2011 "Beat the Heat" thread
04-30-2011, 08:33 PM
#46
Tech Master
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No!!!!
What we have works fine and has for several years. What you are suggesting is what the people at the Sugar Bowl run. All the other tracks in the Atlanta area run as we do.
Did you know that racers using the Sugar Bowl are trespassing on private property that is in foreclosure?
What we have works fine and has for several years. What you are suggesting is what the people at the Sugar Bowl run. All the other tracks in the Atlanta area run as we do.
Did you know that racers using the Sugar Bowl are trespassing on private property that is in foreclosure?
04-30-2011, 09:47 PM
#47
Sorry, I get upset when class changes are suggested.
Our classes are based on what the club members decide at our first meeting of the year. Novice uses silver cans or 25.5 brushless motors (in blinky mode). When they are ready to move up there is the Sportsman class (17.5 in blinky mode). The next step allows you to use the same 17.5 motor but use all the bells and whistles. There is also a VTA and Tamiya Mini class that allows for "Spec" racing. Oh yes there is also a Nitro class for the real speed demons.
Our classes are based on what the club members decide at our first meeting of the year. Novice uses silver cans or 25.5 brushless motors (in blinky mode). When they are ready to move up there is the Sportsman class (17.5 in blinky mode). The next step allows you to use the same 17.5 motor but use all the bells and whistles. There is also a VTA and Tamiya Mini class that allows for "Spec" racing. Oh yes there is also a Nitro class for the real speed demons.
04-30-2011, 10:14 PM
#48
Tech Master
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Sorry, I get upset when class changes are suggested.
Our classes are based on what the club members decide at our first meeting of the year. Novice uses silver cans or 25.5 brushless motors (in blinky mode). When they are ready to move up there is the Sportsman class (17.5 in blinky mode). The next step allows you to use the same 17.5 motor but use all the bells and whistles. There is also a VTA and Tamiya Mini class that allows for "Spec" racing. Oh yes there is also a Nitro class for the real speed demons.
Our classes are based on what the club members decide at our first meeting of the year. Novice uses silver cans or 25.5 brushless motors (in blinky mode). When they are ready to move up there is the Sportsman class (17.5 in blinky mode). The next step allows you to use the same 17.5 motor but use all the bells and whistles. There is also a VTA and Tamiya Mini class that allows for "Spec" racing. Oh yes there is also a Nitro class for the real speed demons.
05-01-2011, 07:52 AM
#51
classes
The MSRA has opted to run different classes at the "special" events. A couple of years ago, we ran a 13.5 class and it was not one of our weekly classes. We still list the IGT class for the two races and we don't run it weekly.
We'll run whatever is decided, I just wanted to point it out that these two races don't always adhere to the weekly class structure.
We'll run whatever is decided, I just wanted to point it out that these two races don't always adhere to the weekly class structure.
05-01-2011, 08:34 AM
#52
Isn't it five or more and its a class (at the big races). So if enough want to run TC Mod (and pre-entered for trophies) go for it.
05-01-2011, 09:30 AM
#53
The MSRA has opted to run different classes at the "special" events. A couple of years ago, we ran a 13.5 class and it was not one of our weekly classes. We still list the IGT class for the two races and we don't run it weekly.
We'll run whatever is decided, I just wanted to point it out that these two races don't always adhere to the weekly class structure.
We'll run whatever is decided, I just wanted to point it out that these two races don't always adhere to the weekly class structure.
05-01-2011, 11:45 AM
#54
BTH
Lee even brought up another good point. There are a good number of racers from out of town that come to these events. Many don't have VTA cars or cars for the other classes. Running something like mod would possibly give them a chance to run another class.
I know it was like 2 or 3 years ago that we had the 13.5 class because Lee ran it when Ralph and the other XRAY drivers were here.
Something for the officers to think about.
I know it was like 2 or 3 years ago that we had the 13.5 class because Lee ran it when Ralph and the other XRAY drivers were here.
Something for the officers to think about.
05-01-2011, 05:27 PM
#55
I could agree with that but in respect for more competition any one running in boosted 17.5 could also run in a spec class 17.5 also either the same as we have now or make a second spec 17.5 class and make it a pro 17.5 spec. I would be digging that class 17.5pro spec,17.5 boosted,nitro
,and vta. Man I'm goin to be busy!
I don't realy think our surfaces r smooth enough to go any faster on rubber tires .......but foam tires on a TC car and mod..?... hells yeassss! We r scrapin our chassis bad at 17.5 speeds @ competitive rideheights. Mod lap times wouldn't be any faster well unless some prodriver was running them.
,and vta. Man I'm goin to be busy! I don't realy think our surfaces r smooth enough to go any faster on rubber tires .......but foam tires on a TC car and mod..?... hells yeassss! We r scrapin our chassis bad at 17.5 speeds @ competitive rideheights. Mod lap times wouldn't be any faster well unless some prodriver was running them.
05-06-2011, 07:48 AM
#57
BTH time is getting closer. Just two months down road and enough time for the heat to ramp up. Get the Gatorade ready!!!
As far as the classes offered, I will run whatever you guys put out there (if I have a car that fits the parameters). I don't care if it is an "old guys'" class, spec class, "one hand tied behind your back" class, etc, I just enjoy coming to Memphis and racing with the nicest group of r/c enthusiasts in the US. You guys treat all out-of-town racers like family and you don't get that anywhere else. Continue to do what you guys are doing because with the number of out-of-town racers that attend BTH and with Xray sponsoring your races as their challenge events, you guys are doing something right!!!
As far as the classes offered, I will run whatever you guys put out there (if I have a car that fits the parameters). I don't care if it is an "old guys'" class, spec class, "one hand tied behind your back" class, etc, I just enjoy coming to Memphis and racing with the nicest group of r/c enthusiasts in the US. You guys treat all out-of-town racers like family and you don't get that anywhere else. Continue to do what you guys are doing because with the number of out-of-town racers that attend BTH and with Xray sponsoring your races as their challenge events, you guys are doing something right!!!
05-06-2011, 08:36 AM
#58
are any of you guys running USVTA rules in VTA(25.5 driver figure)...just wondering cause most, if not all out of town guys will be, or are locally at their home track.
and if not, after watching Justin run 21.5 at any FDR against 25.5 cars...it wouldnt make for any close racing....
its just a question that needs an answer...
thanks and see ya soon
and if not, after watching Justin run 21.5 at any FDR against 25.5 cars...it wouldnt make for any close racing....
its just a question that needs an answer...
thanks and see ya soon
05-06-2011, 10:22 AM
#59
Tech Fanatic
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How about tires? I assume electric touring is going to use a spec tire? If so, which tires, available at the track, and how much? (I'm guessing Jacos Blues since R/C America is sponsoring the event)
What about nitro touring? Will Drew/whoever from R/C America have foams available at the track like at Fall Brawl?
Any chance of some 12th scale action?
What about nitro touring? Will Drew/whoever from R/C America have foams available at the track like at Fall Brawl?
Any chance of some 12th scale action?
05-06-2011, 10:40 AM
#60
Maybe if u took that driver figure out u would roll a little quicker through the corners lol. We will be using our rule set for vta you can run 21.5 or 25.5 just refer to our rules on the site.
Tires rubber should be available at the track not sure on price but should be 25ish not sure about the foams I just got my first nirto car and this is my first year as track director so I'm not 100% on all the details just yet. Let's get this charity race done with first then we can hammer out the rest
Tires rubber should be available at the track not sure on price but should be 25ish not sure about the foams I just got my first nirto car and this is my first year as track director so I'm not 100% on all the details just yet. Let's get this charity race done with first then we can hammer out the rest