View Full Version : Southport winter series ?
Belsten
01-09-2009, 09:09 AM
Just wondering if Southport will be running a winter series ?
craigosh
01-09-2009, 11:42 AM
We won't be running a winter series as I don't think we can fit it in to the calendar with the other venues like Worksop and Bury , as well as the schools use of both halls!!
But we are going to try and run two GP events this year if we can fit them in.
We'll definitely run the one GP like we have been for the last few years.
Also a couple of 'Frozen Fingers' events are on the cards, as now we've got rid of the grass we can run pretty much all year round.
Keep an eye on www.srcc.co.uk for more details of future events and we'll also post here as soon as we have something concrete.
Belsten
01-09-2009, 12:16 PM
lovely job cheers
Fiddybux
04-10-2009, 06:44 PM
It's looking more likely that we will be exclusively outdoors all winter, due to issues with the school hall we usually use.
It's looking more likely that we will be exclusively outdoors all winter, due to issues with the school hall we usually use.
So far we are awating a decision from the school govenors which will determine how the winter season will proceed.
Before the school threw a spanner in the works it was planned that we would run a few outdoor "frozen fingers" meetings on weeks when the hall was unavailable.
We will endevour to provide indoor racing for winter, maybe at a different venue or maybe a reduced calendar. If all goes in our favour at the govenors meeting then the indoor season might run as normal.
At the moment its a case of watch this space. ;)
john_boy
20-12-2009, 05:16 PM
hi
does your club run touring cars ???
many thanks
burgie
20-12-2009, 10:13 PM
we do, but they are by far the least well supported class
This year so far we have only had 2 touring cars in total. The carisma style small scale tourers are quite well supported and get 1 or 2 heats of them on ordinary club weeks.
Buggys have come back as the dominant indoor class, so far there has been several heats of 2wd each week and at least one heat of 4wd.
apple_fanta
15-01-2010, 11:30 AM
can i race my hyper 7 tq sport .28 buggy in this if it does end up going ahead? also what dates are you looking round for organising the events?
1/10th 1/18th electric only mate.
Manix
20-01-2010, 10:39 PM
Hello there, im planning (if youll heave me) to be a recurring member.
I was just wondering what classes are likely to be running this sunday and what are the regulations (motors etc) for such classes.
Also though I am not currently a BRCA member (Though have been for a few years previously) would it be possible for me to compete this sunday providing i bring my own equipment and vehicle.
Sorry and one more...you are holding your events at Formby high school yes?
Matt
http://www.srcc.co.uk/index.php?pid=8
our calendar, 1/10th 2wd or 4wd or 1/10th truck electric cars is what 90%(ish) of people run, there are some 1/18th cars but not many,
You can run 3 meetings without a brca membership then you must join them for insurance and other reasons.
NO 1/8th cars at all NO nitro at all either.
any motors can be run and any lipos can be run but must be hard cased.
Manix
21-01-2010, 10:13 AM
Thanks for the speedy responce :)
So how does it work competitivly if everyone just runs what they like? or is there just a general consensus amongst racers that a certain motor works best?
is it 1/18 buggys and trucks mingled?
What about TCs? I have been told they run every other week.
This sunday is outdoors (weather permitting) at Victoria Park, Southport - there is a big indoor meeting on elsewhere, so it will probably be a smallish turn out and a nice informal meeting where will try and get 5 rounds and final if time allows. Check the website before you set off to check that its still on.
Most of the winter season we run indoors at Formby High.
Classes normally run outdoors are 2wd 1/10th off-road / 4wd 1/10th off-road and 1/10th Truck. Segregation of classes this week will be dependant on how many of each turn up.
Indoors we cater mainly for 2wd and 4wd, no trucks (to big) and recoil/carisma touring cars (1/14th).
All information you need, directions, times, prices etc is on the website...
www.srcc.co.uk (http://www.srcc.co.uk)
You can run a maximum of three meetings without BRCA, then you must have valid BRCA membership for insurance cover. Joining the BRCA via club affiliation is slightly cheaper than joining directly.
If you want to join up then...
Club Membership form is HERE (http://www.srcc.co.uk/index.php?ind=downloads&op=entry_view&iden=44)
BRCA Membership form is HERE (http://www.srcc.co.uk/index.php?ind=downloads&op=entry_view&iden=43)
You can return the forms with a cheque by post or hand them in cash/cheque at race control.
If you need any help or more information, ask on the club website or send me or Sly PM.
See you sunday hopefully :)
Thanks for the speedy responce :)
So how does it work competitivly if everyone just runs what they like? or is there just a general consensus amongst racers that a certain motor works best?
is it 1/18 buggys and trucks mingled?
What about TCs? I have been told they run every other week.
The outdoor track is a large off-road track so is only really suitable for 1/10th scale electric buggies and trucks.
Indoors we will basically run anything that is electric powered and 1/10th scale or less. Certain weeks on the calendar buggies (2wd and 4wd seperate classes) are scoring points, other weeks its recoil/carisma cars as these are the popular classes at the moment.
In previous years 1/10th touring and mardave have been popular, but this year its recoil/carisma.
Any other classes run are just subject to numbers in attendance. We will normally run an additional class if there half a dozen cars of that class.
Manix
21-01-2010, 10:21 PM
So basically anything goes because there are no points to be scored apart from selected buggy weeks.
Any models/motors/tires.
I take it we wont be using personal transponders for lap timings.
What is the track surface like? Ive raced on prima felt GT befor so i guess it'll be similar?
See ya Sunday
Matt
burgie
21-01-2010, 10:36 PM
So basically anything goes because there are no points to be scored apart from selected buggy weeks.
Any models/motors/tires.
I take it we wont be using personal transponders for lap timings.
What is the track surface like? Ive raced on prima felt GT befor so i guess it'll be similar?
See ya Sunday
Matt
I get the impression you think it's some sort of free for all Matt, and it certainly is not that.
The meeting is run as you would expect any meeting to be run, so we put all the buggies together split between 2wd and 4wd and we run all on-road classes together in their own heats, subject to numbers in attendance. If there are not enough numbers to run one car in their own class then that class will be merged with another, so you get mardaves running with recoils for example.
We even run proper lap timing equipment with handout transponders or your own pt.
We dont restrict motors/tyres/cells in the cars but we do insist that all lipos used are ideally on the brca sanctioned list, or are at least hardcased and correctly charged. We do insist that all 12v batteries are in leak proof containers.
We suggest a motor limit of 6.5 brushless, but if you can get your car safely around the track with a 4.5 in it, without causing damage to other cars/people then go for it - but if the race director on the day thinks a car or driving is unsafe then that will be pointed out to the driver and if nothing is done to improve the situation then they will be asked to leave.
I don't want to appear draconian in my reply, but I am very keen to point out that we do not operate "anything goes" race meetings - we work hard to put on good, enjoyable racing.
I hope my reply has not put you off attending, I wont be there this weekend but I do hope to see you there at future meetings.
Phil Channon
22-01-2010, 01:19 PM
With regards to Sunday 24th.
When will a decision be made if the meeting will be running (weather permitting) ?
burgie
22-01-2010, 01:39 PM
I would say that any decision regarding the racing will be taken on Saturday afternoon. All details will be posted on www.srcc.co.uk initially and on here.
Manix
22-01-2010, 03:29 PM
I get the impression you think it's some sort of free for all Matt, and it certainly is not that.
The meeting is run as you would expect any meeting to be run, so we put all the buggies together split between 2wd and 4wd and we run all on-road classes together in their own heats, subject to numbers in attendance. If there are not enough numbers to run one car in their own class then that class will be merged with another, so you get mardaves running with recoils for example.
We even run proper lap timing equipment with handout transponders or your own pt.
We dont restrict motors/tyres/cells in the cars but we do insist that all lipos used are ideally on the brca sanctioned list, or are at least hardcased and correctly charged. We do insist that all 12v batteries are in leak proof containers.
We suggest a motor limit of 6.5 brushless, but if you can get your car safely around the track with a 4.5 in it, without causing damage to other cars/people then go for it - but if the race director on the day thinks a car or driving is unsafe then that will be pointed out to the driver and if nothing is done to improve the situation then they will be asked to leave.
I don't want to appear draconian in my reply, but I am very keen to point out that we do not operate "anything goes" race meetings - we work hard to put on good, enjoyable racing.
I hope my reply has not put you off attending, I wont be there this weekend but I do hope to see you there at future meetings.
Has no put me off in the slightest, in fact i was a bit worried when i found out about the no limits rules as i do like me some order.
Like i said previously i have been restricted to 27t brushed so Im used to having very specific rules to follow and I do like it that way, gives everyone an even chance (especially when i was starting out) also if your car is not as competative it prevents you from holding others up. My previous club may have been a little too competative with any fowl play resulting in a nights ban and people getting very not-so-happy when they didnt win, so i am looking forward to a slightly more relaxed atmoshpere, if not well nothing wrong with some serious competition.
Also I do like to know how Im progressing so having a transponder there every week makes me very happy.
:thumbsup: I am very much looking forward to this weekend. See you around.
Matt
Manix, I don't know if I have confused you in other posts, modified buggys with any motor/battery/whatever may sound like a madhouse but runs better than you would expect, racers soon learn that they can/cannot handle the power of fast motors and settle down to a pace that suits there ability, in buggys we know the 3,5turn brushless motors that are used in some TC cars are not for us, you will find secondhand 4.5's easy to come by, secondhand 5.5's and up are not so common or are snapped up quickly. Slower drivers are on the whole pretty good and get off the driving line when they need to, I think you will have a bit of a learning curve, but (weekend looking dryer) this is a good time to start, come spring/summer you will be up and running and know what its all about.
Enjoy:D
Manix
22-01-2010, 10:30 PM
Well we will see wont we :) could be that tight cornering trimphs over speed (not that Im insulting any of your drivers cornering abilities).
Matt
You haven't seen mine and some others driving yet lol
gerbil
22-01-2010, 10:55 PM
true i cant get around corners i have to go over them and any cars in the way too ha ha
With the weather not looking too great, is this meeting still going ahead?
It has only forecast light rain but as always they will prob get it wrong!
Craig Collinson
99% yes we are running sunday. http://www.srcc.co.uk/index.php
So far it has been dry, but cloudy and foggy here. Forecasts for tomorrow seem to be ever changing. As long as it doesn't bucket down between now and tomorrow morning we are good to go. Flooding of the field is our biggest problem, so heavy rain overnight causes more problems than drizzle on the day!
I expect it to be only a small turnout as a lot of the NW regulars will be at Bury and a few will be put off by winter weather. But i'm sure there is enough "hardcore" souls to make up a meeting.
I will post up the local weather conditions on here first thing tomorrow.
Manix
23-01-2010, 09:15 PM
I thought it was indoors? :S
I thought it was indoors? :S
This week is outdoors, then indoors for the following 3 weeks.
Calendar (http://www.srcc.co.uk/index.php?pid=8)
;)
Manix
23-01-2010, 09:39 PM
So no TCs tomorrow? :(
So no TCs tomorrow? :(
No touring cars tomorrow. Look back in this thread to posts 14 & 15, it should all be explained. :p
Manix
24-01-2010, 01:59 AM
Not explain wel Im affraid......Why this week is it all the way in southport rather than in Formby like it states the winter series is held.
Jonesy
24-01-2010, 02:15 AM
Not explain wel Im affraid......Why this week is it all the way in southport rather than in Formby like it states the winter series is held.
In all fairness mate Post 14 starts "This Sunday will be outdoors", fairly clear in my book!
I'm not even there to be honest, just browsing late at night!
burgie
24-01-2010, 07:58 AM
Not explain wel Im affraid......Why this week is it all the way in southport rather than in Formby like it states the winter series is held.
I'm not sure how much clearer it could be explained to be honest. If you can think of some simpler terminology for us to use to make things easier fir you, please let us know.
Come along to the racing when you can, but please stop nit picking at every turn.
I expect it to be only a small turnout as a lot of the NW regulars will be at Bury and a few will be put off by winter weather. But i'm sure there is enough "hardcore" souls to make up a meeting.
I will post up the local weather conditions on here first thing tomorrow.
Well weather in Southport right now is dull, overcast and raining lightly. Almost no wind and no break in the cloud, so looks like a generally damp day.
Not explain wel Im affraid......Why this week is it all the way in southport rather than in Formby
This is Southport Radio Car Club, and southport is the home of the club and its permanent track. Formby is a venue we hire during the winter months.
If you multimap the two locations, "all the way in Southport", becomes a bit of an overkill statement. 7.16miles / 16 minutes between the two venues. This is nothing, especially when you consider we have regulars coming most weeks from Blackpool, Burnley, Manchester, Chester etc.
This may help,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WyBIih8S-cU&feature=related
there are other youtube videos, and lots of videos of buggy racing, I have not raced at Southport but expect it to be much the same format as anywhere else. this forum deals mostly with buggy racing, as the weather improves we will all want to get outside and over the lumps & jumps, I am more than sure that if you turn up with a buggy at Southport (or any off road venue) you will be more than welcome - clubs need racers - its that simple.
Manix
24-01-2010, 04:15 PM
Sorry If it seems like i have been 'nit picking' Burgie, Im not great at 2am :( And I managed to excite my self a little bit too much with the thought of getting racing again so I think I must have gleened over some bits of information. My mistake.
When I say all the way in Southport, What I ment was I am without personal transport and It would mean a 17miles train journey which (for me anyway) won't be cheap and then a mile walk with my kit to the track.
Sorry If I have agrovated anyone.
apple_fanta
24-01-2010, 07:21 PM
can someone provide a list of what engines can be raced because i have a .28 hobao gyper 7 tq needing to stretch its legs :P
gerbil
24-01-2010, 07:22 PM
sorry mate electric only at southport
Manix
25-01-2010, 10:28 PM
Just wondering, How many heats do you guys normally run for each class?
Also, what is the range of track times like?
Sorry one more, What sort of electronics (motors) are the guys in the 'C/D' finals/heats using?
Just wondering, How many heats do you guys normally run for each class?
Also, what is the range of track times like?
Sorry one more, What sort of electronics (motors) are the guys in the 'C/D' finals/heats using?
What car you running?
Manix
26-01-2010, 01:49 AM
Currently (dare I say it?) A Maverick Strada XB with a 20t motor, its supprisingly quick for what it is and will take a battering.
But will (after feb) be running an Ansmann MadRat or similar (will be ball raced!)
As for elecronics: Spektrum DX2 Transmitter and high torgue servo, LRP Quake speedo and I have a range of 27t pro stock motors that have had the timming tweaked. along with an array of 3800mah ladder packs.
Am open to suggestions (please :D) tires, recomended brushed motors (or brushless kits) etc
Manix
30-01-2010, 12:43 PM
No racing for me this weeend, Formby models have let me down :(
gerbil
30-01-2010, 01:03 PM
one thing i gotta say is SHOCKED formby model let you down
No racing for me this weeend, Formby models have let me down :(
What are you short of?
Manix
31-01-2010, 12:56 AM
Appologies to all and to Fromby models, about 20 mins after my post i got a phone call from them :D And seeing as they don't recieve deliveries on saturdays makes it all the stranger.
Any chance of micros tomorrow?
What time do you guys meet?
Matt
Appologies to all and to Fromby models, about 20 mins after my post i got a phone call from them :D And seeing as they don't recieve deliveries on saturdays makes it all the stranger.
Any chance of micros tomorrow?
What time do you guys meet?
Matt
Calendar say`s so http://www.srcc.co.uk/index.php?pid=8
Manix
31-01-2010, 10:26 AM
Yes it does :thumbsup: thanks
Matt
Manix
31-01-2010, 07:18 PM
Well chaps, nice to meet you all, (if your not sure I was the one with the red bin job holding up everyone in the 4x4 B final) I had a fantastic afternoons racing and have learned loads (caster, camber and toe in is infact a myth according to Aidan).
Im very happy with how it turned out even if I did only manage 3 laps in heat 2, but Im pretty sure I actually over took someone on the twisty bits :thumbsup:
See you all next week.
Matt
Well a lot of new faces this week :thumbsup:
Everybody is pretty easy going and friendly so you will find no shortage of good advice around the pits.
apple_fanta
17-03-2010, 05:17 PM
does this club run 1/8th buggys? i have a hyper 7 mac 28 car
Chris Griffiths
17-03-2010, 05:24 PM
does this club run 1/8th buggys? i have a hyper 7 mac 28 car
No just elec 1/10 mate!
Chris
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