I still race and have fun but its become to expensive
Pay to practice - used to be free
Purchase a transponder - tracks used to rent them out
tires only last one race day - used to last several
closed cell foams - open cell
Stock class was for beginners - now it cost more than mod
Most kits need a few upgrades plus your maintenance cost diff and shock rebuilds different weight oils. You need several sets of wheels some spare parts and tools. There are to many different scales and classes 1/8th looks fun but the cost is outrageous. It used to be a hobby for fun but it has become another form of competitive racing.