How To Get Into RC CAR RACING | Getting Started

[@MarkSantaMaria]

UPDATE: I did apologize to the gentleman that I let the door shut on. I do feel awful. For the record, I would have gotten on to my boys if they did that so that was on me. :(

[@b_g_f_]

Came to hassle you about that 😂 Good pin!

[@thejeepinrealtor5742]

I literally raced my first race this past Saturday. Had a blast. I was HORRIBLE. But I had a blast. Raced a Tekno ET48.3. And Spec Slash. Had more fun at spec slash, I was able to drive it better etc, but the Tekno was completely new to me. And my tires had half tread. Can’t wait to get more into it. I’m getting used models of the 4 main classes we run here that I am interested in. Going to see which class I prefer and get to know the sport better, then focus on a couple etc. Glad to have a good club here. 1:8 buggy is big here 1:8 truggy pretty big Spec slash big 1:10 2wd buggy pretty big 1:10 4wd big 1:10 etruggy Hard pack dry dirt track.

[@montanaior7714]

@@b_g_f_ Same lol wheels got hosed

[@Ohjeezno]

@@b_g_f_ same here LOL

[@SOLDOZER]

You did not see him.

[@CRKhead]

I've been in the RC hobby for 39 years now and have never wanted to get into the racing part of it, just too involved and intimidating... Now that's changed and I love how the first video that came up when I searched for how to get into it and watched was filned at my local hobby shop. Thanks for the video and info.

[@Storyracing387]

Videos like this are what really got me hooked when I first started getting into the hobby! 👍 Easy to understand, complete break down of what is needed, and nothing but love for the community! Mark, sir, you are man! You put out all the facts so folks like me, and other new people, can understand everything! Keep up the amazing work! Can't wait to hang out again soon, hopefully I'll be racing next time!

[@UnrivaledPiercer]

I noticed that transponders seemed to have been overlooked in the whole "how much to start" conversation. A lot of tracks don't have transponders for loan that I have ever been to. So you would either have to find another racer who had an extra transponder you could borrow, which can a lot of the time be a pain if it's been registered at the track or online. Or you have to buy a transponder for yourself, which most tracks run MyLaps and those transponders tend to run in the range of 80 used to 125-130 new at the track. So that's definitely an added expense.

[@beng.6417]

My biggest issue when I raced was my inability to keep up with the Jonses due to lack of funding lol. Ended up quitting and selling off all my cars and equipment. Fast forward 22 years and my 13 year old son was bit by the bug a few years ago and still going strong. I now live vicariously through my son and with much better financial support. Who knows, I may get back into it.......

[@dalejohn3233]

Do it.👍

[@jpsaenz12]

Anyone looking to get into racing I want to add a couple things: 1. Totally agree on getting a good radio. Sanwa MT5 or Futaba T4PM. It is a lot of money but they hold their value so well and most importantly they truly help you feel more in tune with the car. 2. See if you can find a used race kit from someone local if you’re starting out. Best place to look is at the track on a race day. When I first got into 8th scale I got a 1 generation old ebuggy completely ready to go for $550. 8th scale isn’t quite as daunting as it may seem

[@andrewmorales8481]

Great video, I’m so thankful to have 6 tracks (4 outdoor 1/8 tracks, 2 1/10 carpet tracks) within a hour and a half from my house. I wouldn’t have learned all I have if it wasn’t for my local RC shops! Definitely swing by yours and pick up and car!

[@DiscGolfGravy]

Man I moved to Texas 8 months ago, got into RC last month, just now trying to get into the racing scene, your videos are really helping me with my research into where I wanna go with this!

[@Storyracing387]

💯 👍 Mark is literally the first person on KZbin I saw when I started. He's just as amazing in person as he is on video. Humble, genuine and I can honestly call him a friend. If you go back and watch a handful of his past Live Streams, you can get an even better understanding of his tips and info. Welcome to the family!

[@TimWells]

Great video. I love that you got to interview somebody at a store to give a different perspective. The tips about the radio was most interesting part to me. I'd love to see a video dedicated just to radios, and what to look for

[@DozerBoyRc]

Loved the segment!! That cat behind the counter could tell ya how the cow ate the CABBAGE!!! You two were keeping it simple thank goodness!! Like I said before, if I hung out with you my card would just melt!! Great video Mark and keep them coming!!!

[@kiabobandit]

Mark not holding the door open for the wheelchair guy @ 5:00 xD (yes I know he probably didn't even know he was going his way)

[@sebastianjaromi3540]

AWesome video, have had my ET410 2.0 up n running for a few months now and I'm so stoked on it. Handles like a dream and I'm glad a dropped a little money early and am growing into this thing. Gonna hunt down a video that Im sure youve done on set up and steal some pointers. Cheers buddy.

[@arthopfer]

Live rc is a good website to check what class people have been racing. Someone was killing those tail whips.

[@lcpeterbilt379]

yea true but your local track/club/ or hobby shop will tell you what your local race scene is.

[@waynetate9895]

Excellent video Mark. There's not too many on your level that remember the newbies.

[@geec5636]

I started in rc racing in 1984. I raced an rc10 on roller skating floor. What an experience.

[@marklengal9990]

That’s around the same time I started Ran the RC10 with Ko propo radio. I just bought the 40th Anniversary. Not sure if they still run them or just collect

[@prostreetcamaro]

Great video. Picked up two ET410.2 truggy's for my 8yr old son and myself to do a little indoor dirt racing. He's been on the trigger since he was 3 and goes balls to the wall with his 8s xmaxx, sledge, etc etc etc. Now he gets to learn real control lol. Have to give him credit, he is damn good with back flips, front flips and landing good. Good control there. Luckily for us I have known the hobby shop track owner for many many years. She told me what to get. Said to start out in sportsman class first and then go from there.

[@thomasthetankengine7153]

These videos keep me motivated building up my kits and gearing up for race days ✌️

[@bigtrev71]

Thanks for this Mark. Never thought of racing, but will checkout my local track.

[@1maticsportsandGames]

Nice, I just got back into RC and I didn't realize how much I missed it. Missed it so much I got 4 RC 's yesterday, spent a grip but worth every dime I spent, I've been doing runs like days of thunder💯😂🔥 but seriously days of thunder, love RC.

[@ThomasMatz-mv9kt]

I am glad you pointed out some of the flaws on the MAXX I am going to be buying the MAXX for my next rc car so when I do I will go ahead and put the upgrades in it from the beginning my other rc cars are Traxxas rustled and a SNAP ON slash brushless 4x4 with a wider chasis I love playing around with rc cars as a hobby

[@1maticsportsandGames]

Look at that Gt4 in the background, fire 🔥, great video.

[@bluegroovemodelsports9650]

Great start up racing information for the newcomers

[@AdrenLnFueledScholar]

I have wanted to get into this style of RC for awhile! I had no idea where to start! Thank you for this Mark! I’ll stop by a local track and see what it’s about!

[@michaeldorich4485]

I enjoyed the video and I think it's very helpful. I am sure it will help a lot of people. For beginners the Slash is always a good choice. It's also a truck that the new driver can take home and run on almost any surface. At the off road tracks in our area 17.5 2WD drive buggy is always the biggest class. In some areas they're now running 21.5 2wd buggy. Even in the parking lot races there are people of all ages running the 2WD buggy class. They are easier to work on than 4WD buggies in my opinion. I think you can go to most off road tracks in the country and find a 2WD buggy class. It was a great idea to do this video.

[@epicrc2084]

Wow! Fantastic run! Really fun video! 😉👍

[@calvinbliler9425]

Wish my hobby shop had a track it all crawling or bashing around here in Billings Mt

[@truckerdude17]

Beach RC is my local track!! Love that place!! Poco, Cain and the rest are awesome in there!! Great video!!

[@rcnewbie9755]

Awesome video This is exactly what I did and the locals at the track are always happy to give advice and help the new comers

[@ZacharyGalloway]

Just got back into it a couple weeks ago. Had local shop/ indoor outdoor track back in 2014 I had a few slash’s, sc10’s and RC8.2E. Shop closed only a few months into it so I ended up selling it all shortly after. Played some VRC pro and decided to look online to find the old shop owner started a new shop around 2018 In Large shopping mall only 5 minutes from me. Went in and got a SC10 pro4 to start and a few days ago I went in wanting an Associated but ended up with a 2WD TLR 22 5.0 roller kit and everything to finish it. Really wanted 1/8th scale and a trigger but clay track is 10th scale and nowhere other tracks around. So I’m going to start with 10th scale local and build a Truggy and 1/8th scale in future.

[@midwaymonster815]

Wanted to get into RC racing. Looked those words up on YouTubr and here we are. Tha k you very much for the informative video.

[@lcpeterbilt379]

Mark Santa Maria may need to do a vlog on buying used items. what to look for, what to avoid, and how to find the fair price for an item( mainly so they will know its market value and not get robbed). and to let folks know to do research on what kits and parts are still out there for older kits..

[@RCVictoryLane]

I think that Beach RC has an Ebuggy class during their Buggy Blast event

[@brandonheckert5692]

Getting ready to get my first4x4 1/10 scale buggy

[@brianmurawski5668]

Love the video. Really informative. And that little girl was hilarious 😂

[@clintoncarro6193]

That poor guy he was like I'm so close Aww dame 😂 4:58

[@dirtrider88]

Its not funny

[@cpg8000]

Would love to have an indoor track like this near me in GA. Love 1/10 scale the most. Don’t love the packed clay surface- wish it were loose dirt like the good old days. Hope the hobby widens a bit. The early 90’s was a phenomenal time to race.

[@mech0p]

most racing sports have died out since then except real racing which is slowly growing again. But i used to do slot car racing in the early 2000s and went to look at getting back into it and the sport is virtually dead here in america as it does seem rc has taken it over.

[@drewp9112]

awesome hobby shop you got there, my lhs is kinda on the small side though they run a track out back starting in april threw august i believe. oddly they dont stock much in pats for racers. mostly traxxas stuff that makes you smile i bet, to me makes me think they break alot. lol

[@donniehallaman7685]

Lol glad i watched this cause i was looking at cars ans truggys on horizon and getting overwhelmed by all the choices

[@heller127]

And I’m trying to stay away from the nitro stuff lol but I know how to tune engine’s but really don’t want to deal with it lol but it’s definitely a very helpful video

[@billymanilli]

GREAT! ...except one thing; First step (the MOST crucial, imho) - Have a good paying job! 😉😁

[@Collyne07]

I didn't realize how expensive radios can get. They're more or close to the same as a kit! That's insane.

[@anderson9063]

Hello love the vids man

[@ScottLarson5150]

Thanks for another great video. I appreciate the info. I'm just getting back into the hobby.

[@ibnuslaykum]

Where looking to start racing tamiya semi’s in a gym! Need some advice on track setup, barriers etc

[@aliprovidence9321]

you both have fantastic skills to have a show together and go deep podcast about it, so informative Thank you for sharing bro!!! keep up the excellent work. amazing channel!!!!!

[@subuwuWRX]

have you done any on road ? touring car type

[@Detour_RC]

Awesome video very informative thanks so much keep up the great work. I'm just starting out got a lot of stuff to learn.

[@somedudewithakeyboard]

Nice overview for a beginner like me. Thanks.

[@Rc-Jg]

Dude I want to get into racing. I just need to look for a good sct chassis. Scts are so cool 🔥

[@lcpeterbilt379]

2wd buggy will teach you to drive too. and ask about tires most drivers will tell you or make a suggestion. and if you consider buying a used vehicle, make sure it is still supported or parts are available. that really fancy Yokomo buggy isnt so nice when you cant find parts for that model anymore.. they may have yokomo parts but not parts for a 5ryr old buggy.

[@V8chump]

In terms of RTRs to play around with I LOVE the losi DBpro on clay tracks. Unfortunately my track only races slash’s for 10th scale but man, for just messin around the DBpro handles so much better than any other 10th scale I’ve driven. Like a mosquito on water if you get a better servo 5:00 MARK, YA MESSED UP IN A BIG WAY BUD! 🤣🤣 Not your fault though you were busy

[@dustinrossi9384]

Awsome video, only thing you didn't mention was transponder, just went to my first race, and you need one.. coming in at about 98$ had a friends to use. But something to consider, thanks love your content I've learned alot

[@kel5944]

My local track won’t let you near the pit unless you are racing. The spectator area is on the opposite side of the track.

[@BlueMoto53]

I’ve been to that track when I went on vacation, rented the 2wd traxxas slashes their and now I’ve got a senton I’m building. Beachhobbies

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

Nice pit set up

[@fishnrc294]

Know matter if it’s Basher Crawler Short Course Truck I will only buy 4 wd RC’s. Much more traction & control with 4WD

[@ram2500pikup]

Why didn't you get into the transponders, what are they needed for, what do they do, etc...?

[@donfitz69]

Great video! So if someone was going to race 2wd buggy what driver class should they sign up for? Sportsman? Stock 17.5? Mod?

[@jggutierrez9]

BeachRc are good people. Just wish they were close to me.

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

Good evening brother really cool track great video

[@rippinrclife1219]

You just shut the door on wheelchair guy....jk...keep the vids coming

[@DanhNguyenster64]

Can u do a basic intro to all the different types of rc racing?

[@anderson9063]

What’s a good beginner race buggy

[@mpnevolution]

We only have Traxxas dealers in my area and I’ve gotten hooked on racing the Traxxas Bandit. Affordable, easy to find parts, and comes ready to race with available upgrades if you want to get them.

[@guilhermeleandrodopradopra8396]

For you what best nitro Buggy and truggy nitro kit

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

Really good information thanks for looking out

[@DJhunta]

Super helpful video..I wanna play trying to get in the game.

[@RC_Obsession]

Love the videos mark! I could beat you though… 😉

[@stonedwookie9916]

im just getting into rc's and my biggest question is the frequencies and how you change it? my remotes dont have this function im guessing i need to approach the higher dollar range before this becomes an option? or can you change any old transmitter and reciever ?? i got 2 toprace construction vehicles both at same frequency. was hoping to use both at same time :( is there any damage to the transmitter or reciever when running 2 at the same time? i was using both and all of a sudden the truck slammed into reverse and started operating the arm without any input from the transmitter. even when the transmitter is off the truck just goes ape shit. tried charging battery to full, no reset on my transmitter... so many questions i have lol

[@marklengal9990]

Do people still race the RC10 ?

[@FZERO20]

The guy in the wheelchair😂😂😂😂

[@dirtrider88]

How is that fucking funny?

[@dum1511]

5:00 the wheelchair guy gets stuck at the door lmao

[@brianmonroemodelsports21]

I prefer oval racing. however, that being said, find a local track, get info and go racing.

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

Really nice hobby shop

[@markmccloskey119]

What do you think about the Team Associated RB10 2WD 1/10 Brushless Buggy? Turnkey, out of the box, rtr combo ($400).

[@RaiuAdami]

The thing I really dislike about associated is when a car generation is over, the parts are just discontinued and hard to find. I gave up running my TC4 once the parts started to really, really get hard to find.

[@FZERO20]

Yeah its so annoying. I like to research upgrade parts for my cars before I even purchase them now. If what I want is still available, even after years of production id go for it. Especially if parts are on amazon. Too easy

[@Meatmarket2002]

You did not hold the door for the dude in the chair….

[@TheStrijkie]

Mark, the mx6 on the shelf is that a considerd a good starter radio?

[@BeachRC]

yes but I wouldn't go further than an indoor 1/10 track with the MX6. You would want to go to the MT5 or better for 1/8 vehicles for racing.

[@TheStrijkie]

@@BeachRC iam only going on an medium size outdoor track 10scale.

[@TheStrijkie]

@BeachRC iff you had to choose. Sanwa mt 5 Or the spectrum dx 5 Wich one would you choose?

[@dgrc]

I need to move to the US ❤️

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

Have a good week

[@davidrenaldo2252]

What’s sucks is when you live r/c and the closet track is two hours away as is the closest hobby shop and. Neither.Are very good

[@andyb9994]

If we only had a track around to go check out.....

[@davidgutierrez2705]

Man the only hobby shop where I live just shut down and now everyone is selling they’re race buggies pretty sad!

[@donniehallaman7685]

Damn i like beach rc and this guy, i wish i was closer or my lhs had a track , i want to go racing rather then bash all the time , wifey is gomma kill me , looks lile we are getting some type of new car lol

[@aaroncarroll7591]

A dear friend of mine gave me stampede 2wd will that get me started

[@bomccullough60]

At 5:03 i started to laugh at the background and the scenario that happened? 😅 Then lost it a few seconds later hahaahahhaaa... Sorry my dude😅

[@bluegroovemodelsports9650]

Race on

[@Doogerie]

what if you don't have a locl track

[@vexx12343]

What is this place ? I live in dfw

[@dubbedmodz7253]

Dang bro! Slam the door on the handicap

[@GearWorksRc]

You can get a Fsgt3 for 50 bucks and recievers are 13 bucks cheap that's what I use to race I don't understand all the bells and whistles it doesn't have to be that crazy expensive.

[@ccrum32]

5:00 Look behind you.

[@deltoid77-nick]

I laughed so hard at this lol I'm horrible.

[@GoebelsDetailshop78]

Or Xray , top buggy and I’m not just saying that because that’s all I run

[@bobbylefebvre6298]

Nice cars

[@jujudiazsrcthings586]

the dude in the wheelchair lol

[@twinkitwinki-ok9qn]

We have no tracks by me. It’s horrible. Help mark

[@Nfarer]

Coming from crawlers I’d love to get into racing

[@marcushennings9513]

I'd incorporate both a speedway and a crawler section into one course with certain obstacles and feats for extra points. The racers would get the best of 3 in of their timed run, which has to be recorded and witnessed by a race official, aka me. With this timed point system way, racers can run the track/course at their convenience and still qualify for any prizes.

[@grantbonilla6471]

I want the techno sct but it’s so expensive

[@tyshiddejuremanbey1313]

14:07 you are Forgiven!!!

[@crayfish3629]

I want to invest into this....

[@makewithmegma]

💕🔥👍