R/C Racing Tips for the Beginner Racer & Mistakes to Avoid

[@evhexrc1765]

As a racer, I’ll throw a few tips down here. There are many, many more that I could spend days talking about... -go ahead and find out what transponders are compatible with the track’s timing system. If you aren’t able to, your best bet is to buy a Mylaps hybrid 2wire transponder. If not that, buy a Mylaps 3wire transponder. Most tracks don’t have transponders available for the use of their racers. -TIRES!!! They can “make or break” your race. Find out what the best all around tire is for the track you plan to go to. Most racers (who aren’t “new”) have lots and lots of tires to choose from. Different tire compounds, tread patterns, different foam inserts, different wheels with certain amounts of flex... those racers will change their tires throughout the day as the track/weather changes. I won’t even get into tire sauces and other prep solutions. -make sure the track you are going to will have other racers who will be racing the same type of car/truck/buggy you are. If you’re racing in the Novice class,(which I highly suggest until you start winning in that class all the time) your RC of choice won’t matter as much, simply because you won’t get turned away due to having a car unlike anyone else’s. If you haven’t bought an rc yet, find out what class is raced the most; the largest. That way, you won’t need to buy another rc once you graduate from the novice class. -TOOLS!!! Don’t mess around with the little Allen wrenches that came with your RC kit. You will hurt yourself, your car, need I spell out all of the reasons? Nope. -while it may feel embarrassing, take a peek into the track’s trash cans a few times during the race day. Don’t rummage around too deep, because someone’s half-eaten burger and ketchup will be down there. Just look on the top. Racers will throw away tires, random wires/plugs, burnt steering servos, and other rc things you may need. The main thing to grab are tires. Racers will probably see you doing this and realize you don’t have much rc stuff yet. The nice racers will want to help and support you. The not nice racers typically have horns coming out of their head, fire coming out of their nose, and stomp around with a ninja sword. :) -don’t yell at the turn marshals. They didn’t crash your car. Yelling at marshals only makes you look bad. -even if you haven’t two pennies to scrape together, let other racers know that you’re happy to help them if they need it, if you are able to. If you have spare zip-ties and someone needs one, give one. Ask if they want another. You won’t feel as high-maintenance and needy when you need to ask them for a screw, or if they decide to give you a set of tires they won’t use anymore. Say THANK YOU. Say thank you again in a half hour. -Thank the owner of the track for holding the race that day before you leave. Keeping up with a race track is tiring business. -don’t be shy and isolate yourself from the rest of the racers. Park yourself next the the biggest, most expensive looking race trailer(if you’re racing outdoors) because chances are, they’re more than able to help you. -find out if there’s a Facebook page or something like that where all the local racers talk, where tracks post race dates, etc. Keep yourself informed. -Keep your RC in shape! Thoroughly clean it properly after every race. Completely rebuild it YOURSELF after every race, or 2-3 races. -the way your car is set up is important. Ask all the racers at the track who have your exact car if they’d mind letting you take a picture of their setup sheet for their car. Tell them you’re new and really want to learn how to properly set up your car. -I think that’s enough for one KZbin comment. As you can see, there is so much to learn that I haven’t even hinted at. I really hope I helped whoever read this! Let me know by liking the comment! Feel free to comment on my latest video if you have any other rc questions!

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Great information. Thank you for contributing. -Brett

[@darrinpennington]

Nice example of being an excellent ambassador to the hobby 😎👍

[@bloodgain]

Race _trailer?_ And big, expensive ones at that? I had no idea RC racing was _that_ big.

[@chrisbryan6493]

bloodgain it will blow your mind

[@speedyninetyone]

When I was about 12 years old I raced slot cars at our local track. To this day I remember an adult racer screaming at me because I was working as a turn marshal and not getting his car back into the track as fast as he felt I should have. His copper braids weren't laying flat on his guide and the car kept popping up out of the slot when I put it down. As other cars crashed in the corner, I reset them and would go back and try to get his car back in the slot. He had an absolute meltdown, but it was his prep work on the car that was the problem. I think somebody talked to him because later on he apologized to me.

[@kurniaprawiraatmaja7878]

11:02 "when i go to the track, i don't race other people, my goal is only to race myself..." supeeeeeeeeeeerb... really like it, sometimes we forget about this RC hobby goals.. that was a cool reminder..

[@TheNamesArif]

I like racing others. I like challengers. Sometimes I did so well I'm suprise how much better I got

[@999benhonda]

this applies to Golf the same...when you try to beat others, you make mistakes. When you focus on your movements, are patient, you'll do better.

[@richard-sim]

One other tip I'll add is that when you do flip your car and are waiting for the turn marshal to flip it back, STOP! Some drivers in this situation will pull on the throttle as a knee-jerk response, but instead put the breaks on so the wheels aren't rotating - and never, ever, ever punch it! A turn marshal is completely in the right to refuse to marshal you while your wheels are spinning, as it's a safety issue for them. When this happens to me, I'll hold my arms up in the air until the driver stops, no matter how much they're yelling (it seems to always be the bad sports who do this! Don't be one of them). Yes, you want to get back going right now, but just calm down and be reasonable. Once your car is back on the track you can then punch it. This goes doubly for 4wd and nitro classes, as there are more moving and dangerous parts.

[@gamerbreadbaker]

So basically Spinning wheels bad Stopped wheels good.

[@DWSVIDS-vg8tb]

@@gamerbreadbaker yes that’s right

[@TheNamesArif]

For me I only play with steering to notify them and if I'm stuck in a bush and they don't see it I give a little throttle to make sound

[@TheNamesArif]

My local racetrack is not a big funded track that's why there's a bush

[@michaelarcher8142]

I came from a Slot Car background and some of them could break bones on the track and the drivers would yell and I would make them stop then I started putting them back on 2 ah

[@Gavs_rc_hobbies]

The one thing I tell newcomers to the hobby (especially young kids) "Every experienced driver you see was a newb at one point....."

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Well said. -Brett

[@willshealy3687]

I think you mean noob

[@ryderwells4273]

Will Shealy does it matter if he said newb or noob?

[@mikejurnak0324]

@@willshealy3687 newb is what is old schoolers say which means noob for you millennials

[@philiplibby6360]

Well said

[@n10cities]

The main thing I like to stress to new drivers for their first race is to concentrate on driving CLEAN laps and not trying to pass others. If a faster car comes up behind you, let them by. This is especially crucial if you are in a beginner class. If you just concentrate on driving clean laps, the rest will take care of itself almost 99% of the time. If someone comes up from behind and is a lot faster, just let them go. Usually in the next turn or two, they will have a wreck and you just go back by them - you are still rolling while they are stopped and waiting for a turn marshal. Other drivers will wreck during the race multiple times probably and in the end if you have kept your car on its wheels and rolling for the most part, you will finish in the top 3 easy. I have seen this scenario play out over and over again. New drivers will have a ton of horsepower, but wreck and break stuff repeatedly and get discouraged. I will have them just try to keep the car rolling, don't worry about going fast or passing anyone and they will see that scenario play out and their eyes will light up and I'm like..."See??" Here is another tip for beginners, especially for those with deep pockets: "YOU CANNOT BUY YOUR WAY INTO THE A-FEATURE!!" Over the 30+ years I have been racing and working on R/C cars, I can't tell you how many times we will see a new guy come in, spend a metric ton of money buying high-end equipment and components, then get mad because he is still running dead last in the race due to the lack of practice and skill driving his vehicle. If they will listen, I try to stress to them that practice, practice, practice is what gets you to the front. What really drives it home to them is someone else that is skilled will take the new guy's car and drive it in a heat or feature and WIN with it. That shows the new person that the equipment is not to blame. You need laps, laps, laps. A new driver running Ryan Maifield's equipment (for example) is still going to finish at the bottom if they cannot drive a clean (or relatively clean) 5 minutes.

[@jackdurden466]

I love the comment about the richest racer who spends so much with every possible aftermarket part, and zero race experience, expecting to win it all because they can buy whatever they think is the best. It’s SO true! Well said across the board really, and to top it off it’s the very same people like yourself who voluntarily offer such advice to new drivers that make R/C so much fun and a real comradeship. So well said!

[@Lord-carrot]

This is so true on my first race I was up against another 14 year old (maybe younger idk) with this massive rig and I still lapped then with a stock rustler 4x4 VXL it really show how easy it can be

[@villesalmi899]

Don't have deep pockets but... I fall in this noob with madly upgraded car (in very short time) category. But I practice couple times every week. And I don't blame the car or parts if my driving doesn't go well. YES that money could be invested in tires, bearings etc, I have them too more than enough. I just like good looking things too damn much 😂 + most of them will most likely be compatible to next version of ae 2wd buggy someday. Just yesterday I installed schelles ti upper screw set😅

[@themotorcycleguy5980]

Slow is smooth, and smooth is Fast

[@masonsassaman1]

I started with mudboss. Now, I race sprint cars. The best advice I can give as a 14 year old racer is stay consistent and don’t worry about anyone else. Race like no one else is there. And sometimes, slower is faster. Wait for someone else to mess up, and then pass them. Good luck!

[@clintcollins6540]

I grew up racing sprint cars and late models. Once at the NMMA Easterns, Christopher Bell's dad told me, "To finish first, you must first finish." That always stuck with me and alot of the advice I learned back then has translated exactly to the RC world.

[@MTMskate1]

Two more track tips: 1. Don't lean over the drivers stand, especially during the Mains. I understand that sometimes you cant see where exactly your car is on the track due to the number of people racing at once. But it can become a habit and the other racers will NOT be happy with you blocking their view with your head. Made that mistake before. It happens to the best of us. 2. During practice, if someone is upside down on the straight away or in the turn, and they yell out "WATCH THE TURN" or "WATCH THE STRAIGHT AWAY", slow down and keep your eyes peeled. Same thing applies to when a racer is on the track to turn his car back over(Most Indoor tracks dont have marshals on sight during practice so be aware of your surroundings).

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Great tips. -Brett

[@brandonstone6962]

My very first race EVER I told myself that I was going to come in dead last so that then if I did better than I could be surprised.. But I ended up doing horrible and came in dead last and was lapped by the first 5 guys.. And it turns out that 3 of the 5 were 8 and 9 year olds that whooped me.. BUT I didn't care because I was having fun and the next time through I placed I think 7th or 6th because I practiced a bunch more.. And continued to progress little by little to where my first HUGE 3 day event I came in 4th in one class and 2nd in another only due to a DNF.. So my advice to a newbie just getting into rc and rc racing is to never let your ego drive ALWAYS let your calm side drive and never let anger control the stick because all it does is make you look stupid and have to apologize later for being a dummy..

[@cobyg419]

I used to race rc10's with my pop and good buddy in the late 80's. We raced both off road and sprints. After my break. 😉 I purchased the sc5m kit a few years ago and absolutely can't wait to get back to the track. Thank you guys for the etiquette refresh.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

That's great Coby. Same with me and my pops, it was the RC10 that got us in. Thanks for sharing and good to hear you're back in the hobby. The transmitter, motor and battery technology sure has improved! Hope you're enjoying it. -Brett

[@Bearfight]

Man. I sure wish I watched this video before I went to my first race on Sunday. Everything you mentioned is exactly how the track operated. From the impound, to the drivers meeting, just all of it is what I saw, and I was not properly prepared. Next time, I'll be squared away.

[@Lotus-S70]

As someone on a budget It's hard to not become jealous of the guys running either Team Assiociated, Arrma, Team Losi, etc Buggies and Short Corse trucks with 5000+ Miliamp 3, 4 or 6 cell LiPos easily ourunning my Himoto 2wd Brushed 1/10 Buggy, but When I think about it In future I could be running stuff like that (I Can't have a job for another three years) and there'll be the future new blood experiencing the same thing I do now, It's really just the circle of life playing it's course.

[@extec101]

well said and the most important part is have fun and race with what you got eaven if that means last place its still competing in a real race.

[@logo7658]

Idk where u live but most fast food places hire at 14, the money isn’t great but it’s still something

[@kocarolinaent]

keep that outlook on life and you will do ok no matter what you do. If they can do it you can do it, always remember that..

[@ohhi5237]

man i wish i could be this young, thinking ill just get a job and drop 2000$ on a toy, oh man

[@Lotus-S70]

@@ohhi5237 yeah not so young anymore, I got out of RC and into actual cars now, way more expensive honestly 😭

[@JMOSORT]

I seen this video more than a few times but i have no idea why i still enjoy it whenever i want to watch it again. So here we are for the idk 5th time perhaps lost count.

[@MX-CO]

Roach RC has some goid ones

[@RC-ScalerandBuilder]

Thank you, very in depth and informative. As someone who hasn’t gotten in to the more competitive aspects of R/C’ing yet, this is good foundational info that I will look back at when I do get there, but for now, I’m still enjoying the scale crawling and bashing sides of the hobby . 😁

[@bellstangrc7799]

First thing is, we're all here for the same reason..have fun! Second get your batts charged and put what ever strap or clip in so your battery doesnt fly out. Ha seen to much of that. Go and just put your car on the track. Try to keep moving forward and plz dont stop on the middle of the straightaway... Please! Other then that dont hang/rest over the drivers stand and your good to go!

[@jiakabery3550]

OMG!!!! 12:32 So so so true. Let's go back to 1990 to an on road race that my local hobby shop put on at their parking lot. I had literally just traded an RC10 that I converted to a truggy for a 4wd on road car the night before. I can't remember the brand, maybe Kyosho or Yokomo. Either way, I stayed up all night trying to get it ready for the race the next day. When I arrived I was the only one of 2 in the Modified class. The other guy had like 1000 into his car and was an adult. I was only 16. His car was sooooo fast. But he crashed every round. One round he broke a part. One round his battery went flying out. Long story short. I crushed him and won a 40 dollar gift card to the RC shop. I bought sooo many pinion gears with that GC. So ya. VERY VERY TRUE!!!

[@theun-knownmusician5468]

Wow that’s a nice story!

[@havocisomegathegigaddiappl9560]

Man you are so right after 30 yrs of owning rc cars and today was my first time racing and I was racing myself ..second race I was more focused less crashes thanks for the tips

[@jesseortega8598]

Lol. I got hit Saturday at OC RC in Huntington beach! But I was already leaving the track. It just caught me off guard. Always keep your Eye's open.

[@talonrc4773]

I agree with what you said about being prepared, 2 weeks ago, (first race!) I forgot my charger! then last Friday, I forgot my tent!

[@extec101]

thats a hard way to learn from but as long as you do good in the future and preppare and make a pile with all the stuff that is going to that race some day before.

[@sledman56ify]

Couple of other tips .. research research research always do your home work and learn what set ups work on what tracks then compare to what others are running. Everyone's driving is different study that and learn who goes wide who is the speed demon and who crashes the most that way when you need to pass you know when & were to pass ( side note tailgate dont ram you both wreck ). If your having a bad day be nice to everyone else no one wants a grumpy guy at the track. Ask to help others and ask about track maintenance. Yeah it's not fun but not only are making it better you'll know exactly what lines are the smoothest and you'll be a good guy amongst the RD and everyone else ( even showing up and watering the track still helps tremendously) Remember to have fun make friends when in a good battle just breathe

[@richard-sim]

Yes - please help with track maintenance! Whether it's on the day, or on non-race track-maintenance days. If you want to enjoy the track, it's on you to help make it enjoyable. I'm surprised that this hasn't been mentioned in any other comments... perhaps other tracks work differently to all the ones I've experienced in the past though, as I've always raced at independent club tracks and not hobbyshop-owned tracks.

[@sledman56ify]

@@richard-sim Almost every track around always ask for help whether there a big track that brings in 150 people or small tracks.. at the end of the day almost everyone wants to race and when it gets to be to much when people dont help out it closes and then no one wins.

[@erichanson1854]

I had a RC 10 back in the 80s , i never raced .this video is a great way to get the info. to actually go and Be a productive and respectful racer.

[@cowpker4life333]

If your marshalling and not flipping or going to flip a car try to stay out of the line of sight of drivers to face/land of jumps and corners so drives can see the track clearly

[@jamesbravo5307]

I loved rc racing as a kid. I won so many trophies. Fun and social. I thank my uncle for getting into this.

[@rcvincent162]

A shame that there aren't any races anymore in my area, I just to be an track Marshall at one of the tracks that disappeared. Always had good fun on race days. Even the one raceday where there was a heavy rain storm during lunch break. After the rain we made the track free of water. Anyways, it was always good fun

[@Jrizzle100]

Make your own track

[@oldgeezer6470]

This company is so Awesome! Im a noob to this hobby and ive learned so much watching you guys videos. This is really appreciated. We have a local track and im really nervous about going. Im taking my step son and myself to get into racing but i may have purchased the wrong trucks. We just wanna go out and have fun. We live in Louisville Kentucky and i only know of one track thats in Indiana. My son has s Rustler vxl and i have a Rustler 4X4 Vxl. I dont know if thats the same class but like i said , we only wanna race for fun.

[@rctrucks2094]

Those sound like good cars, but I am not sure if they are in the same class.

[@junebug3058]

Man thanks buddy I'm a new racer and have top of the line nitro buggy and truggy and I never went to a track because I never raced kinda worry what people are going to say about me lol watching this video just gives me momentum to hit the track kinda like the first day of school

[@AMain_Hobbies]

I know the feeling Ruben. But the truth is, everyone at that track was a newbie once. Just get your feet wet and go for it. If you have other questions, hit me up man. -Brett

[@KickinBass91]

I started racing this recent past summer. A old friend of mine still races(did back when we were in high school) and he helped get my feet wet in the racing scene. So I started at a outside loose dirt track(off road). There's a inside track near me too that I was told by a couple of guys to stay clear from because they are a bit snobby there. Well I wanted to keep my car on the track and when i ordered my B64 it came with clay tires so I went to the inside track and they ended up being pretty cool and helpful. At the moment I'm needing a servo but funds are the problem thanks to Christmas. lol but anyways what I'm saying is kinda like Brett said just have to go for it.

[@charlesbonkley]

I like how you cut and pasted that monologue about "driving at your own pace" into the RTR buggy series, episode 4 or 5, I believe. GREAT video, BTW...this one, and the others as well!

[@pyrace]

This is all really great advice, Mate. To many people get overwhelmed and then they don't enjoy it and quit. And that a shame... Keep Racing, Launching, Crawling and Bashing, Mate 👍

[@VestedUTuber]

One counterpoint regarding turn marshaling and cars - if you're a driver and there's a turn marshal rerighting a car up ahead, don't just barrel straight through them if they're in your line - go around. When I was racing 1/8th scale nitro buggies, I had to marshal for the electric buggies, and I've been hit quite a few times by these cars. I eventually came up with a bit of a policy - if you hit me and wreck as a result, and there's more than one car that I need to reright, you're getting rerighted last, even if you're the closest car or you wrecked before someone else. And I'll be taking my sweet time if you yell at me or rev while I'm trying to reright your car. Similarly, I go out of my way to be respectful to the marshals - they're probably not happy to be standing out there having dirt flung at them by a bunch of toy cars.

[@Shane73939]

Thanks for the tips I really need these tips because I plan to race at my lhs high desert hobbies and my local track controlled chaos!

[@dallinkenyon1]

I plan on going to controlled chaos. What class are you racing in?

[@lordflufffluff]

Today was the first time I practiced on the dirt track. At the beginning I was rushing and constantly flipped over. After I started focusing on clean laps, things went way better. I tried doing the jumps, but I didn't have enough skill and flipped over. Things went a lot more smoothly when I just rolled over the bumps. I'm pretty excited for the race I'm going to be participating in two days. I'm nervous about it, but i'm going to learn so much. I'm not sure how I'll be under pressure.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

That's fantastic Fluff. You'll get out there, learn a lot and have fun; that's what it's all about. Great idea to watch videos about racing and research before hand so you'll be well prepared come Saturday. Good luck out there and have fun. -Brett

[@sykotcr1]

thanks for the tips... ive been racing on thursday nights at our local club for a couple of months now. Running 2 cars. June 8,9 we have our big state meeting my first ever big meet. Thanks so much for the advice.

[@dantop1280]

Great vid for the "incoming" ! Like the Boys Scouts say..... " Always be prepared" ! Oh and by the way...... that pretty much applies to everything in life. Just sayin'........

[@mds1986ms]

Only 2 tips you need are as follows. 1. Go fast 2. Dont crash. Nearly the same in full scale racing go fast dont die. Its painted on the tanks of my 02 suzaky tl1000r AKA the 1 liter duke eater.

[@1jackpenner]

lol

[@alb9022]

@@1jackpenner xD

[@renearevalo469]

Hmm im an upcoming driver for school competition this is really helpful thanks

[@surfninja3402]

Very inspiring to me thanks I am a 47yo newcomer to SCT racing. Racing Team Arrma.

[@drjavogel]

Great racing tips. Well done as usual Brett. They call me "Lap Traffic." Along that slow line: Just got home from my first of four days of Axialfest. AMain didn't have a booth. Probably too little room with the Donner location. Oh well, I miss my AMain friends.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Nice. I'm pretty sure we wanted and tried to go but... I'd like to see the new location. I'm sure it's going to be fun. Enjoy yourself out there and break some parts. -Brett

[@Dartheomus]

I miss RC racing. Out here on the east coast, almost all the tracks shut down. I don't think we have any options that wouldn't be a 2 hour drive at this point. It really sucks.

[@raulvelez6125]

Also, take a cooler. Have some water, gatorade and maybe a snack.

[@DT-dh9en]

Thanks amain ive been needing one of these videos

[@XxHygherUpxX]

I'm still new to this and I really enjoy this hobby

[@matthewneufer1758]

Thanks for the insight and the help that’s really cool of Amain to help the new racers Hahah you said it’s your first race your not going to be mr rc race car champion over night so stay out of the faster drivers race

[@tomandrews5392]

Brett really helpful information ...I like the footage used in the post ...keep up the great work....

[@gregrandolph]

This is a really great, informative video. I definitely could have used a lot of this advice when I was a kid in the early 90s, with my JRX-Pro and RC10LSS.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Thanks Greg. I hope you still have those cars! They're real collector items now. -Brett

[@gregrandolph]

@@AMain_Hobbies I still do, though they aren't running. Also, in the last year or so I have acquired seven other cars from the same era, making a total of four buggies and five pan cars. I'd like to get them all running but sometimes life has a tendency of getting in the way of hobbies.

[@LandonH99]

One tip I have for new racers is DO NOT LAND UNDER POWER. I’ve blown out plenty of diffs and spur gears to know not to do that. Also newcomers with a short course truck, let off the throttle when in the air. You land so much smoother and aren’t a danger to other drivers 😂

[@Sethtodeath]

Just went to the local club, it lit a fire in me . Associated rb10 arrives Monday ,, great channel ,

[@johnphillips3703]

Just have fun. Your an adult playing with toy cars.

[@limited9024]

yep when people take it too seriously is when it’s time to find another hobby

[@Bearfight]

If they cost 30 bucks I would consider them a toy. 1/5 1k and up trucks aren't toys imo.

[@limited9024]

Vicious Caddy they are still toys just not for children

[@Bearfight]

I guess

[@bryanmiller5074]

Its deff not a toy... tell that 2 ppl who play corn hole as a profession

[@flashtu]

To bad we had 6 race tracks around 2008 now all are closed because not enough drivers anymore. A club next to my town went from 64 members 2008 to only 3 in 2019....so sad.

[@Venisor21]

Really? Any idea what the reason is for the sudden drop in members?

[@flashtu]

@@Venisor21 not enough people who does Hobbys like this anymore i think.

[@stevemuir4790]

It's because it's "too hard". It takes patience, practice, and skill. People now days want "instant gratification"

[@Charley_Buehner]

Corner Marshall Tip - DON'T grab the car by, or near, the tires - You never know when the driver's going to flinch or his radio might glitch and hammer the throttle on ya...

[@brettcoyle2399]

I'm gonna have my wife help me put my car on track like at start I'm getting back into hobby after 15 years she makes me do dishes and work where I can't race all day everyday lol

[@countryrc5080]

When you were talking about the transponder and you said that it goes on your body. I usually put it on my chassis.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

That's a good spot when you own the transponder. I do the same. -Brett

[@charlesbonkley]

The stuff he's talking about: Track quality and professionalism @ +100. My local track is @ -275.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Didn't you pick up a buggy a little while back? Hows that going? -Brett

[@charlesbonkley]

@@AMain_Hobbies Indeed, sir! Thanks for remembering! Inferno MP10. Severe overkill for me, but it's been fun getting back into the hobby, building, tweaking, driving...and breaking! Currently, waiting on some upgrades from AMain at the moment!

[@AMain_Hobbies]

​@@charlesbonkley That's right! That's a great buggy you've got there. Good to hear you're getting out to the track, putting down laps and having fun. Braaap! -Brett

[@andyb9994]

If you go to a track and don't have enough batteries to run all your races then I would say stay home. I don't even race but just do some bashing and could fix any one of my cars with almost any issue, and take 10 batteries with me bashing. Have more power than that but that's plenty for damn near all day fun....but your right so many people go unprepared, no matter what hobby it is. But thanks for the pointers just reminds me to be even more prepared when going. bashing.

[@gaberealrc7355]

ahh this video was awesome. such a relaxing video for an intense beginner! love ya bud!

[@neninho69]

Amazing videos!!! Love the videos about going with kyoscho RTR to track👌👌👌👌👌

[@notrcmaskedmaster4374]

✌🏻😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿I’m definitely saving this one. I wish we had outdoor tracks like that one. Or any track really.

[@andrewramthun7179]

There probably more around you then you think, it's just a very quite group, I've lived in my town for 13 years and I only found out there's a track less then 3/4 mile away from my house. Google is your best friend when trying to find a track, and once you find one you learn of all th others around you.

[@Cohen_and_Griffin]

Dang, it sucks that there are no live events going on at my RC track

[@ATC235]

Don’t listen to him. The best tip - move next to Amain Hobbies lol what a track.

[@hahafunny6172]

I’m technically new to racing I’ve only raced 4 times and that’s just year to year and every time I think of it I get really nervous I’m very scared about starting

[@AMain_Hobbies]

I understand, I used to feel the same way. But the more you go out and do it, your nerves will calm down and your driving/racing skills will go up. -Brett

[@hahafunny6172]

AMain Hobbies thank you Brett there’s a race coming up where I live I think I’m gonna race in it with the 1/8 buggy class

[@jackenbacon3080]

15:15 I have no friends that like RC. wellllll, I have one, but he is brand new. I personally have never been racing but I woukd like too! i dont live near a track which sucks. Also, people make fun of me for liking the RC hobby. you give me the hope to keep going! I try to tell them they are not the cheap walmart ones, but they still think they are all the same. thx for all the hope! God blass you Brett

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Keep at it and forget about what people say! The more you do it, the better you get and the more people you'll meet. -Brett

[@bigandcoolrcschool294]

AMain Hobbies thanks a lot! This is my actual account by the way. I make RC videos as well. Thanks again!

[@Vimau02]

Im 13 year old and my first race was against adults and i got 3rd place on buggy cattegory

[@shaeadelson3252]

Mau Jim that’s good how many people races, also how do you turn while you are going fast

[@VestedUTuber]

@@shaeadelson3252 It's just like with a full-sized car. Slow in, fast out.

[@Tropicusa]

Newbie, digging the channel! Thanks for sharing! Good Information!

[@brandontaylor8842]

The problem is sometimes that some with bigger and better equipment just act like you shouldnt be there with your out of the box rtr vehicle

[@jonashausler5105]

This video helped me out really well, thanks

[@GrumpyOldManRC]

You always offer good advice and do it well. Even if I'm not really interested in the topic, you make it enjoyable. AMain chose well in you.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

That's the nicest thing any grumpy old man has ever said to me. Thank you for the kind words. -Brett

[@GrumpyOldManRC]

I'm just getting back into the hobby world with all aspects and some new after many years absence. I watch all your amain videos and your presentation just clicks with me, plus your shenanigans after some of them crack me up. I wish I was young again and had a job like yours. Only problem, I could not do one without cussin'. Take care and tell your boss, Grumpy Old Man said you deserve a raise.😮👍😁

[@johnband3]

Thanks for sharing. Phenomenal info.

[@danielpheasant4778]

This is great advice thank you. As a Newbie, any help is great help :)

[@rcboughtandrebuild9269]

Thank you very much for a very interesting topic. I've learned so much. Very well explained. Take care always sir

[@TndPnyRCofficial]

It’s just like Formula One, NASCAR, GT, LeMans, etc. to master any race track, you gotta study the track. Take slow laps first. Once you get used to it, go a little faster

[@cashenjoe1]

Great information, thanks for sharing your knowledge!

[@mikemell7590]

At 5:38 watch a hot bodies destroy 2 team associated without taking damage. wow

[@sylvainster30]

They must have been bummed 😂 Wasnt the first car Losi? Idk

[@sylvainster30]

Nevermind you are right both associated cars 😂

[@jimborichardson3131]

Thanks I didn't see it the first time. OUCH!!!

[@johnlopedota8379]

Slow is faster. Watch Mayfield, Tebow ect race. You will noticed they checking up if they see what they are doing is costing them more time. I also suggest a pair of head phones and a tablet to watch something and to keep your eyes on the races if the track has a liverc account.

[@ar12.]

I’d happily start doing RC car racing but the problem is the nearest track is one and a half hours away so it’s not really do able and I’d have to modify rustler 4x4 Vxl so it would be more durable and could take a small jump without bottoming out there used to be more tracks around but there not as common in Victoria anymore.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

I understand, traveling like that is really challenging to do regularly. Maybe more for a special treat to visit the track. Luckily your Rustler 4x4 is not only track capable, but it's great driving in yard or in the street. With the right tires, it goes and does just about anything. Good stuff Ben. -Brett

[@ar12.]

AMain Hobbies this question might be a bit of topic but my new rustler 4x4 vxl makes this humming/buzzing sound from the esc area just after I apply throttle it doesn’t matter whether it’s 10% or 100% throttle is this normal for it to buzz and hum also when I turn from not moving and apply a tiny bit of throttle once I release the controls the steering servo doesn’t want to go to neutral also it doesn’t want to drive straight even after trimming it and turning down tsm to 50% to stop the thing from wobbling once it hit 50-65 kmh only have used it 6 times and it seems to have as many problems as my brushed stampede 4x4 I got 3 years ago.

[@ar12.]

AMain Hobbies also what tires do you recommend

[@AMain_Hobbies]

The buzzing may be the sound of the ESC delivery power. Does the sound correspond to the LED on the ESC? We've got the Traxxas XL5-HV ESC at my desk and the LED is green until you pull the trigger, where it goes out and the buzz starts. If operation is wonky, maybe try recalibrating the ESC. For the steering, Traxxas recommends turning TSM off before trimming the steering. But I don't think this is our issue. Please inspect the plastic servo horn, it may have stripped. Please check the servo savor, if it is loose it will not return to center, causing these issues. Here is a good Traxxas video on servo saver assembly: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5i4c2pqjqynrbM&feature=emb_title -Brett

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Hey Ben, we have lots of tires to choose from. Are you looking for off-road tires, or something more for the street? -Brett

[@ronhughley6510]

Turn your car off first then your transmitter. Never shut the radio/transmitter off first.

[@KickinBass91]

haha zoooooom goes the car. Did that at home on my work bench by mistake. lmao

[@projectz975]

are there often classes for the 1/10 scale rally cars? i usually only see the trophy trucks & buggies, but i also dont go to many events

[@AMain_Hobbies]

No, not with the rally cars typically. There are rally race events, but the race is one car at a time, driving through a timed course. Drivers usually follow behind the car as they navigate the course, rather than using a central drivers stand. I have not seen rally racing in person, only on video here on KZbin. It's impressive though. -Brett

[@STEVOD313]

Good tips Brett!

[@robert_o4_z713]

you forgot to say bring plenty of beer. lol

[@MrCveedub]

Shame I'm just now getting into this in my early 40s, far too late lol. When I was a kid the cost to race an RC car was, let's just say, prohibitive.

[@TheNamesArif]

If you're nervous when racing, calm down! breath and tell yourself to not be too sweaty and HAVE FUN

[@gadgetmantwincities]

Excellent advice!

[@jeffbryner5355]

Slow and steady is so true. Im not a fast guy at all but i have Podiumed alot by driving slower steady and staying out of the wrecks where there are guys faster then me hauling butt and wrecking and thenni drive on by lol. Its the tortoise and the hair syndrome lol

[@AMain_Hobbies]

It's so true Jeff. Thanks for adding that. -Brett

[@jeffbryner5355]

@@AMain_Hobbies hey no problem. I tell my son all the time dont worry about everyone else. just race your own race and like its a time trial because thats pretty much what the first 2 heats are anyways:)

[@RcOffroad9513]

Love this channel! Great info

[@NotSoJDM18]

Hey Brett! ive been in the hobby for about a year and a half but ive only really only been a basher, but i've been really looking into/interested and wanted to get into racing... like you said it's very intimidating but i took my first step towards it today by going to my local track. I talked to the owner and he was a super cool guy. still have one question though... how do i choose what class to run? i dont know what to start off with 2wd buggy? 4wd buggy, 2wd sct, 1/10 truggy, 1/8 truggy? any reccomendations?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

That's awesome dude! Happy to hear you went to the track and talked with the owner. You're already one step ahead. For classes, is one more popular than the others? If you invest in a race car and gear, we want to ensure that class will be around awhile. I would not recommend an 1/8 class, although they are super cool. I say this because they add an extra layer of expensive because they have more parts to wear out and maintain; especially tires! I'd also say the same with the 1/10 4WD vehicles for the same reason. For your first time, 2WD SCT or 2WD Buggy would be great. SCT is a little more forgiving on the track because you can rub paint and bump into the other trucks without a crash most of the time. Buggies are not so forgiving in that way. Also, what interests you more is important too. Do you have any favorites? -Brett

[@NotSoJDM18]

Hey Brett, thanks for the reply! And as far as popularity goes I’m going to the track tonight(it’s their race day) as the owner told me to come check out the classes on a race day so I can try and see what class is more interesting to me. As far as favorites I wouldn’t say so as I’ve never owned a buggy or (surprisingly) a SCT so I can’t say, but I was leaning towards a 1/10 4WD buggy. I actually work at my local hobby shop in Huntington Beach, CA so getting parts isn’t an issue but I see what you mean by more parts=more things that can break. At the moment I’m stuck between 2WD buggy and 4WD buggy, but I don’t want to make a decision until I check out the racing at my local track (OCRC) which is only about 15 mins away from where I live. I would say I’m leaning more towards 4wd but we’ll have to see.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

@@NotSoJDM18 Oh man, what a location to have as your local track. You're going to have fun man. Let me know how it goes and keep me updated. -Brett

[@NotSoJDM18]

@@AMain_Hobbies just got home from the track and i gotta say... woah! i was so overwhelmed and it felt like i had no idea what was going on. I still feel like i want to get a 4WD buggy but they are alot more expensive than 2wd's. im leaning towards a Team Associated kit since they aare pretty close to me here in lake forest CA. The hobby shop i work at has more porst for TA than any other "racing" brand (TLR, Tekno, Kyosho, Yokamo) I feel Like even though i want a 4WD buggy, a 2WD will give me extra money for electronics, tools, hauler bags, wheels tires etc.

[@NotSoJDM18]

@@AMain_Hobbies I do See you guys have a Tekno EB410 on clearance for $276. But we dont carry any tekno parts besides pinion gears at my LHS. (haven't really had a chance to check out the parts store section at ocrc)

[@lemmy_18]

I might build a giant rc track because we have lots of land so when my sister and my friend can race and make rc videos

[@Garrett053]

Good videos! Can someone name the factory teams and brands that are in the 1:8 nitro buggy racing championship now? I am a bit confused that's all

[@AMain_Hobbies]

There are many brands racing in the 1/8 nitro buggy category. A few would be: Mugen Seiki Kyosho XRAY Hot Bodies Tekno RC Serpent Team Associated Team Losi Racing -Brett

[@Garrett053]

@@AMain_Hobbies thanks

[@raypruitt9955]

It’s been 30 years since I have raced thinking about trying it again I have property that I can set up a practice track and remember how to do it all over again

[@michaelsteinmetz3302]

Thank you so much. Liked the way u explain everything an helped out alot.

[@supermonster2499]

I thought you were supposed to turn the vehicle off, then the transmitter

[@tenncutt]

That was a really good video. Could you do a video on the different kinds of race vehicles, differences, classes, etc. Thanks

[@MegaOhhboy]

Love the vid man great advice

[@brettcoyle2399]

I used to race RC cars 15yrs ago had a Duramax nitro buggy, losi800 MT couple rustlers but when I get my taxes I'm gonna get back into it what's a good 1/10th or 1/8th scale awd buggy or carpet racers?? Thanks or even a truggy like a rustler style truck

[@RCVictoryLane]

Never EVER put your car in the racing line when your staging or self marshaling. I learned the hard way and had a turnbuckle broken when my car was rear ended while I made my way to the driver's stand

[@bryonkibildis]

Coming out of RC10 first gen retirement since 1989! But want to start 1/10th scale touring. Should I do electric or nitro? Live in OC California.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Welcome back! Those RC10 buggies are something special. Do you still have your RC10? For your re-entry into racing, I think an electric vehicle will give you the extra breath to take it all in, focus on the racing and get your car dialed in (and driver dialed in). Nitro is great fun, but might best serve you as a secondary class. But, you'll really need to get an idea of the classes offered at your local tracks. If they only race nitro, then that's the way to start if you want to race. Hope this helps man! Have fun on your racing journey, and I wish you good luck Bryon. If there is anything else we can do for you, let us know! -Brett

[@bryonkibildis]

@@AMain_Hobbies awesome advice. Yep still have my old RC10!!! And an old Reedy brush modified motor never been used. Like a museum piece now. I will hit up cal raceway in orange and see what's up. Love your videos!!!!

[@maximustheskater911]

could you make a video on the 1/16 slash 4x4? It's super fun and it's small I wanna know what you think of it.

[@AMain_Hobbies]

We don't need to make a video to tell you I think they're awesome, especially with a 3S and vxl system! I really enjoyed the 1/16 drifter which is now discontinued, but the Slash is great too. Have fun! -Brett

[@stellerate]

Thanks for the good tips man!👍

[@MrBlirre]

Hello, ex racer here from sweden. During my active years, my local club had a open track day per week were anybody could come by and to drive and get help and tips, it was a realy fun thing to do. How ever, i have seen more experienced drivers, not all off course, behave in a dicrespectful way to beginners. That kind of guy that know it all, thinks he is always right, that tells a novice what to buy and very specificly what brands no regards to cost becuse everthing else is crap in his mind. This person has were good knowledge about racing, set ups and so on, when he is with other experienced drivers and is not a bad person in any way. Have you meet or seen this kind of person were you live, it would be interesting to find out if this personality exist elswere, i have seen this kind of person make beginners quit the hobby in the past.

[@sewe3863]

Ja dem typerna finns ju lite överallt tyvärr :(

[@brettcoyle2399]

I can't stand those assholes it's always the ones that think if u have a 400 dollar setup u can't ever be as fast as their 1,000 dollar setup smdh

[@eltomasoable]

I only drive at the track in the work time, bc im scared of the other good drivers. Plus i race brushed motor cars. With nice vintage esc's like the the LRP ipc v6 or the GM V8 or V12. I'm building a schumacher cat to drive at the track, i dont need the best at my level, but i can afford it and like advanced stuff. Plus all cars my cars i get driving good, except the kyosho javelin lol.

[@brettcoyle2399]

Anyone around or in Memphis TN or Olive branch Mississippi?? I wanna get into racing again

[@chrisgraf1304]

Great tips. Thank you Sir!

[@spencersworkshop7624]

I am looking to run a little unofficial tourney myself in Noho with some friends, and tips for getting more people safely involved?

[@AMain_Hobbies]

Cash payout always helps draw a crowd. But let everyone know about your event by posting it online, in forums or Facebook groups. People have to know about it before they can decide to attend or not. Hope it works out Spencer! -Brett