I am fairly new to the RC Scene and I love it. I feel like I am good enough to enter my first race.

I understand that a lap counter counts your lap and im guessing the transponder will record your lap time but do you need to supply your own?

From the small amount of looking around it seems like they are more expensive than the car.

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

The transponder puts out a coded signal that is received every time you cross the loop/bridge. Its the software that records your lap times.

Some places you have to supply your own... check with the track you want to race at.

Yes they are pricey.... but it makes your race day easier.... can be transfered to other cars easily... and as long as you don't damage it, probably the only thing in this hobby that will hold its value.... possibly even increase.

Thank you,

Do you know of any, somewhat inexpensive ones that I can purchase, and would this be something I could use at the local track on practice days?

Thanks

Each track could be different check with them to see what they use.