MERCC (Mid Essex Radio Car Club) - An introduction

[David1976]

The Mid Essex Radio Car Club (MERCC) race season is about to start so I thought this may be of interest to those that wish to race there.

We are situated close to Braxted Park, about 5 minutes from the A12.

A typical race meeting has classes for 2wd Electric Buggies, 4wd Electric Buggies, Short Course Trucks and 1/8th (Nitro's - Electric 1/8th mixed until enough are available for a class).

For those not familiar with MERCC, or those that have not visited for a few years, we are a friendly club, offering a relaxed atmosphere in addition to competitive racing. The track is 35% larger than it was in 2010, and is grass with features (astro table top, concrete/astro ramp/bombhole, astro whoops and a portable crossover jump). We rarely run the same configuration of track twice. We have a purpose built rostrum, well maintained toilets, a large flat grass parking area, RC3 timing form race control (supports MRT's, not Percy's).

The club drivers have a mix of experience and skill levels with many Regional level racers, Sunday Club racers, Novices and Junior drivers. EVERYONE is welcome and catered for. We have had many father/son and father/daughter racers. If you lack the experience there will always be someone there to assist you.

Perhaps our USP is our Chairman Keith. Keith offers an active commentary throughout the day from race control (new speaker system this year so you can hear his witty banter better) in addition to a very well organised race meet.







In addition to this, if you are interested in trying our club out, YOUR FIRST EVER RACE MEETING AT THE CLUB IS FREE!

Many on Oople would vouch for us. We look forward to seeing you all soon!

http://www.facebook.com/MERCCUK

http://mercc.net/race-programme/