5 tips to stop LOSING races!!

[@hyster16t]

Driving consistently is my biggest hurdle 😬

[@b-mainrc6262]

Nerves LOL. The minute the timing system or the race director announces my name CRASH!!! And in the worst possible spot on the track!!! 😂🤣🤦🏻‍♂️

[@Caleb.Michael]

Thank you for this. I needed a reminder as its been about 10 years since I've driven an rc car/been in the hobby. Just picked up a 2020 xb4 a few weeks ago, have been practicing, and participated in a local carpet club race over the weekend, ran 4wd stock class and ended up taking home the win with a 92% consistency in the main! Along with a 92% consistency in two of the qualifiers. It was a very small class, but a great intro back into racing again!

[@Sackmatters]

Welcome back and nice camaro’s.

[@Caleb.Michael]

@@Sackmatters thanks!! So far the rc car racing has been going good with a 1st or 2nd finish at every race, the full scale car racing has not been so kind🤣

[@RcOffroad9513]

Your videos are great, and very helpful. Rc racing is tough. I have been doing it for 3 years now, and have got pretty good at my local track. I have got better because I try hard to learn what can make my race go better. Your channel has been a big help/influence! Thanks for what you do man! Keep up the great work! Is that a 450? I used to run KX80's and 125's around my neighborhood. Back when 2stroke was the thing!

[@RyanHarrisRC]

Awesome to hear man! The red wing in the video is my CRF250R

[@zacbrewser]

@@RyanHarrisRC should have gotten the 450🤣

[@tylerbates8198]

Two stroke still a thing!!! That sound will never get old

[@waynekerr67]

Run with a buddy, or buddies. That was the biggest thing for me. When I can run a session the same length as the heat / main and still not need to marshal, I'm ready to race mentally.

[@Stewpkiddable]

trying to coax my sprint car buddies into racing. they will only wanna do oval tracks though :/

[@billdixon823]

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Or the 5p’s Proper preparation prevents poor performance

[@GrotrianSeiler]

Ryan, your videos are the best. Sarcastic without ever sounding sarcastic is a win to me. Great!

[@bapasrcadventures3619]

Awsome bikes you have. I am an ex dirt biker, rode for 45 years. I still get an urge to do it again. Great videos

[@extec101]

once a rider always a rider.

[@jasonkessinger8062]

Thank you for the great videos Ryan! I'm very glad you started putting more content out! I love your chill vibes and how you are always trying to help people get started in the hobby or just have more fun and get better at the same time! please keep up the great work!!

[@jimmydean4444]

Ok ok you ride the best brand out there thats good me as well big props and the quality of videos is top shelf in my opinion man thanks for the effort.

[@zacbrewser]

I did not know you rode! Been a long time lurker and your videos got me back into racing rc again. That and the fact that you ride dirt bikes just earned the sub

[@alanstons8072]

Love your advice and the way you deliver your videos.

[@I-have-no-clue]

Ryan. Thank you for this latest update. My best friend was on the Penske indy car team and told me that Penske would quote "failing to prepare is Preparing to Fail " they won indy 500 that year with little Al Jr Thank you watch all your videos

[@roryhaggerty7768]

General racing tips. These are thing I keep in mind in MX

[@arthurcarvalho5421]

Some of us get all of those right but end up taking ourselves out due to nerves. Maintaining your cool and not stressing out is big one too!

[@PandorusFightStick]

love the english bull terrier! such great dogs!! miss my boy

[@airjordan592]

Awesome tips, with a crisp video as usual! I don’t comment enough but it’s truly a pleasure when I get a new video notification from the channel. Keep it up brotha 🤘🏾

[@rycam418418]

Spot on with the consistency %. I’m a 40+ guy not the fastest but I get podiums because my % is say 97-98%. I’ll go conservative in spots to not crash. I’ve heard young guys who are faster complain they can’t beat me and every time that’s the case. They are in ‘send it’ mode constantly and crash and are 92%. Makes a huge difference

[@jasonpowers6034]

Ryan love your videos! I just got back into rc racing after 20years lol! Just so you know you have a big fan base up here in Michigan. Keep up the good work buddy.

[@dynasty4851]

Thanks for the parts box!

[@rcreviewsracingandtips375]

I needed this I just got into stock 2wd sc and I recently just started dialing in my suspension and it changes everything

[@CONFERDATIONSNIP]

One of my biggest hurdles especially for 1/8th scale off road is still trying to figure out the pillow ball system on the AE Buggies and Truggies. But getting a setup that works best for me and how I drive

[@extec101]

JQ racing might be the guy you need to check out.

[@CONFERDATIONSNIP]

@@extec101 might be, I just don't run 1/8th alot anyways more 10th scale onroad oriented than anything lol

[@extec101]

@@CONFERDATIONSNIP well JQ is relevant to that also as its still a suspension that needs to be adjusted and its the same for NEO as touring cars.

[@pauledwards7739]

Great video! Having fun is most important.

[@RyanHarrisRC]

Agreed! If it’s not fun, we have a problem

[@xXB.FunkXx]

That dog loves you bro! And your front number plate was off to ◀️. Wish i never noticed that, now I'm going to loose races for a week!

[@jerryvolpini7987]

Some MX action would be cool! 😎

[@TKommando]

The only two hurdles for me getting better is finding free time, and finding an open track. Otherwise I'd be throwing down practice laps like crazy.

[@yz450rcr1]

Thanks Ryan for the great Videos...Excellent dBase of really great info.

[@imothy]

I'm kinda cheap, and we race backyard dirt tracks here, but my tires get filled with mud/dirt after a few races and Its hard to balance them out without a bunch of work. Its expensive for me to buy new tires/rims every time this happens, but don't know if there is a thrifty way to take care of this issue and keep racing on the good tires I like!

[@Paxillop]

Something that I see a lot of people struggling on race day or qualifers is how they drive after a crash. A lot of the times after one mistake people will try to "compensate" by trying to go faster, and it mostly results in more and bigger mistakes. It's something that I have to be very careful about!

[@extec101]

its the mental working that is needed in that case that one mistake that need a marshall that is lost time that cant be compensated for and the only time that can be saved is the few tenths of a second that could be gained on the next guy up or the leader. crashing is not winning if it leads to more crashes.

[@xXB.FunkXx]

🤯

[@DF-et4gs]

I recognize those shelves, I just built a bunch. Very nice kits (the shelves and RCs lol)

[@fishtailfistscale8362]

Full Disc. I typically watch half and stop it. Re Start later. Content is appreciated Mr. Harris. 🏆🥇🎥🤝

[@mattyunker7049]

Do you think you could post a video where its like a picture in picture during a race? One shot of your car on the track and the other shot of how you're hands are working the throttle and steering, timed together. I've never seen anyone do a video like that and it would really put into perspective the finesse required to be fast!

[@menacerc2366]

Does he have a mullet now? Siiiiiiiick I love it

[@arkansasrcbomb344]

Good video and tips. Keep videos coming.

[@jesseortega8598]

Thank you for the Tips and information Ryan!

[@RRLRC]

Weird flex but noticed a Mr. Rogers vibe in this one! 😆 Quality tips, especially the last one- tire prep is key at our local 1/10 indoor dirt track...if you ever find yourself in the tristate area come on over to Crispy Critters Raceway in northern NJ. Friday nights we go club racing and you can join us in putting your tire prep skills to the test!

[@paulpadilla5288]

Awesome video.....agreed with all of it. Been racing since the 80's....and 100% on everything. Great job.......can't wait for more....😎👍

[@stuarthayes103]

Hi Ryan love your videos any chance you could give some advice on the best tires for our track 👍🇨🇦

[@CoachD386]

Nice tips for the new racers in the hobby 💪🏾💯

[@lddlmurphy]

Great video, I like that consistency value. I race in the UK and have never actually seen that before, I think it could be quite useful👍Thanks

[@scottdaubenspeck2291]

Lovin the vids bud. I started in carpet racing with the b6.2 about 5 months ago then got the 22x4 and started going to the track 4 months worth of practicing i finally put myself in a 4wd class. 1st qualifier placed 1st with the fastest and most laps. 2nd qualifier placed 3rd put me 5th in the main. finished 5th my 1st ever rc race and had the fastest lap of the night. So glad i chose to watch your vids on the 22x4. yea you race more clay but im the type that likes to make something work on something its not really designed or intended for. do you see yourself doing any kind of carpet racing? Thanks to guys like you making videos like this. BIG thumbs up.

[@RyanHarrisRC]

Not a big carpet guy myself, but it will be in some future videos later this year for sure

[@staystoked1834]

Ahhhh yes rayan, you have discovered the technique of stickers adding hp...😅

[@reedcoller1377]

Great work Ryan.

[@timjuskiewicz478]

I think you have my name down better than i do!!! good job, great video..

[@TOKOLOCORC]

Great video and awesome tips!!

[@jesusherrera6016]

so my brother and I just got back into rc we were running the team associated b4.1 worlds and sc10 factory team. Although these cars are from 2013 but well taken care of after every race so there well maintained and in brand new condition. should we consider getting update to date cars or should we continue to race our cars. and yes were still fast with these old cars and always giving a good run for the updated models cars on the track.

[@colewebb333]

I need this

[@zachmcconnell9971]

Come out to Hobby Action next month in Chandler, Arizona for the summer desert classic.

[@motodude1002]

Slow is fast, Consistency is key! Cant ride that edge if you keep blowing past it. Used to be my biggest issue

[@I-just-watch-stuff]

My closest track is Mills pond/Coral Springs, what’s your go to tires there? I currently have Holeshots 3.0 and Posi/Electrons en route from and order. As for spare parts I have a DC roller myself what are the basic spare parts you recommend? Wife doesn’t let me splurge on parts . 🤷🏻‍♂️🤙🏼🥃

[@PopalongRC]

Nice and to the point Ryan!! Great vid👍

[@EveryNerdsday]

@ryan Harris what are your thoughts on ceramic bearing in carpet racing cars ?

[@mikeyjack74]

Ditch those stock grips on the bike. Your hands and arms will thank you. Appreciate the race advice.

[@TreaderBikes]

Great Video for sure Ryan.

[@adamsrcsandadventure700]

Cool vid👍 what is a good heat range to stay within? E buggy

[@colewebb333]

Keep the uploading👍👍👍

[@bobsbackwoodsrepair9482]

Hello, I’ve been following your page since Christmas. Once we started racing indoor. Now it’s nice out and the dirt tracks are opening up. Any chance you have experience with choosing or where to start with diff fluids, Center, front/rear? 4x is new to me and I understand the concept but not sure exactly what to look for when I do make a change. Thanks for your time!

[@timothyhafner5442]

Since vehicles and track surfaces vary is it best to do as much practicing as possibly to know what spare parts you need?

[@noot74]

Hey Ryan! Do you have the link for the Amazon parts box ?

[@shaunjudkins7192]

Lots of great advise! Can't wait till the website is up and running! Hope there will be some 3x shirts and hoodies available for us bigger guys, 😊thanks

[@RyanHarrisRC]

I’ll do my best! Thanks for the support 🤙

[@vaamorais]

What pinion gears should I get for the TLR 22x-4 as a starting point? As a. starting point. I would start with the 78t spur gear and I purchased a 13.5T motor and I am not much experience driver. I am based in the UK where temps are not very high and plan to start practicing on shorter tracks. If anyone could give some advice that would be great.

[@NeoIsrafil]

Well, considering my plan is to try to win with the new wltoys 104001, im sure im not making things easy on myself. I do feel like it'll be interesting to see what vehicle deficiencies I can make up for with practice.

[@qtmblur6193]

my biggest problem is being obsessed with tuning so i do wayyyyy to much without quite knowing what to expect

[@Storyracing387]

Dig the bike!

[@matthewh6242]

I had the coolest bike at the track but always came in last in 250c

[@jimmydean4444]

Me to however the smile on my face while doing it.........priceless!

[@KacKLaPPeN23]

I just got back into RC last year and the thing I'm struggling the most with is knowing what to look out for when thinking about setup changes. I'll split it up into two questions: 1: What tells me I need to change what exactly? example 1: I'm on high-grip astroturf, at which point is traction rolling because of the car's suspension setup and at which point is it just because the tires are providing too much grip and need to be shaved down? example 2: The track has some bumpy sections (it's an 8th scale track by nature) so there are some parts where the car can "kick up" and lose some speed down the straight. Do I adjust something on my setup so it takes it better when I have to hit it (e.g. because of multiple cars on the track) or do I just keep driving around that as much as possible? 2: How can I tell that something is because of setup or because of my driving/other circumstances? example 1: There are a few sections that use a different type of Astroturf that's not as grippy. In those, for some reason, my 2WD has more drive out the corner than my 4WD. Do I just learn to live with that? Do I try some setup changes in hopes to get more drive out the corner? example 2: There is one section where it's incredibly easy to upset the car. If I hit it just right at high speed I can save a ton of time, but over a few laps the mistakes that inevitably happen make the reward not worth the risk. I've learned how to attack it differently to get a slower but more consistent outcome, but I keep wondering if there's a way to set up the car that makes it less likely to get upset at that point, or at least predictable enough to hit that section in the faster way more consistently. I've never really tinkered with setup much, before my RC break it was incredibly grassroots (in some sections literally) at my track so setups were more like: "wheels on the car? generally pointing in the right direction? ok, looks good!" so all my experience is in driving around a shitty setup ^^

[@JuanTheLopez]

1:if you are traction rolling on astro with tires older than like 8-10 minutes of runtime its definitely setup related. some guys like to set their cars up to where they will roll in the first minute or two of running on a new set of tires, but after that it wont roll anymore. I usually set my car up to where it could only possibly roll in the first minute if at all, then you can run a set of tires in before the day starts for a couple of laps and take the edge off and you will be good from there. I would play with the shock setup to try to calm it down over bumps. 2:your 2wd car shouldn't have more drive out of the corner than your 4wd, something is wrong with the setup/tires there. there is definitely a way to set the car up so it won't get upset when you drive it through whatever section you are talking about, although you would need to describe the issue and the section so i could further assist you

[@KacKLaPPeN23]

@@JuanTheLopez 1: Forgot to mention, this case is for 8th scale, with yellow Mini Pins. Completely untreated they have so much grip that they'll basically manage to traction roll everything you mount them on, I could probably pop them on a Truggy and they'll roll it (actually, I'll have to try that). Finding the point where I should stop focussing on the tires and start tinkering with setup (and then, what to change) is where my issue lies. I managed to calm it down a lot with less droop and harder ARBs (rn I'm on literally the hardest ones you can get before you have to bend your own) but it's still edgy. Haven't had any traction rolling problems with 10th scale, I'll likely try to up the corner bite at some point but rn I can't get enough track time (limited due to pandemic restrictions) to really spend a ton of time tinkering. Where do I start with the shock setup? Harder oil? Slightly higher ride height in hopes that it catches more of the bump before bottoming out? Do I touch the springs at all? 2: The 2WD and 4WD are running the same rears, obviously different fronts though. Aside from tires (I ordered a few to play around with) what setup change could increase drive out of the corner? The specific problem I have is that we have a hairpin directly followed by a drop down(seriously, less than a car length between apex and the drop), on the 2WD I can take the hairpin tight and make the drop, on the 4WD I have to go wide to hit it consistently, otherwise it's a coinflip. The section where I can upset the car is hard to explain, it's basically a combo of a landing, bumps and a slight bend.

[@JuanTheLopez]

@@KacKLaPPeN23 1: try moving the link on the ackermann plate back, this will calm the car down a lot on the wheel. you can also try raising the upper links and lengthening them, this will make the car noticeably less responsive. It will roll more, but it will have less camber gain and the roll center will be lower, and this will keep the chassis from rising and flipping the car over as you load the outside tires. Usually with oils on a bumpy astro track i run the heaviest oil I can without the car being a disaster in the bumps.

[@leighrowell7834]

Have you raced in kalgoorlie Australia WA

[@fila1445]

One time i was almost 3rd in A main. But on last race just 30 seconds before end my bearing in novak havoc brushless just welded itself... I dropped down to 4th...

[@justindemott4990]

I am building my son a 5.0 AC. Is there any way you could send me a list of what all I should get to make this spare parts kit please? We use to race moto and made it to Loretta’s. So I know having the extra parts and good equipment is huge for the confidence. We just took him RC racing for the first time this past weekend and he ended up winning his Novice class with his 2WD Slash.

[@andrewsumner5388]

Hey Ryan how much do you estimate you have invested in that parts box? Looks as tho you have a complete kit in there lol. One other thing should I invest in a 2 wire or 3 wire lap transponder I don’t know the difference?

[@chrisharper6575]

Hey Ryan, sorry I've watched videos and received help but hadn't subscribed, until today. Keep up the good work and videos. I was having problems lately with overheating and I now know where to begin searching for issues. I have a ECX Torment, which is not really a torment anymore with the upgrades I've made and I have a question. Why is that people don't like or wouldn't buy a torment. Please give a honest answer as it won't hurt my feelings. Thank you in advance

[@jameswright7438]

Can you do a build video on that 8ight xt/e truggy as well?🤩🤞🏾

[@thercracer1717]

Question: the motor in my 1/8 scale buggy keeps moving around and coming loose and I found out it’s because there nothing under my motor to keep it from moving, what should I use to keep the motor from moving up and down when landing

[@shaynestone4209]

I keep having undesteering issues in my eighth scale truggy.I have tried the Ackerman plate hack(it’s a tekno),I have tried tires,Shock positions and it does improve but not enough I end up going way wide.Any tips?

[@yorkrojas1452]

Thanks a Million!!

[@hamstersrcmodels7552]

Ryan, what do you think about PR racing buggys?

[@jamiewicks2765]

I have the speed just not the consistency and end up loosing concentration and rolling, I need to dial out the understeer steer on my b74 .1

[@ethanpierce910]

You tryna spare me a few spare parts 😂😂

[@JosephPerito]

I know this video is 3 years old and you maybe have already done this but I think you should label the Inside of the lid for the location of the parts in the spare parts. would save some time and allow for better organization and parts stock.

[@anythinggarage9602]

tessmann's motto is to finish first you first must finish

[@whiskycharliejr6520]

tip 1: Dont drive Losi

[@Toasterfree]

link for the first parts box doesnt work

[@stevemarcil1911]

I hear lots of people mention "race program" how do you develop a race program? What is needed? Any help would be greatly appreciated

[@RcOffroad9513]

A race program is basically the effort you put into it... When someone says, there race program is going well? They mean, the car they run is good, the setup is good the time they put into it, has payed off... it's like... put the things you do on race day, to prepare, and race... and that is your race program. If you are to trying to "up" your race skills? Start working on the things needed, to be successful. Look to those that have been successful for guidance. Good luck! 👍

[@stevemarcil1911]

@@RcOffroad9513 thanks.. makes sense. Been only racing for 6 months, getting frustrated with aspects of it. Can't seem to progress like I would like to

[@RcOffroad9513]

@@stevemarcil1911 I race 1/8 ebuugy mostly and have a channel, check it out! Practice is the best teacher, but having your cars in good running condition it's key to start with kit, stock setup and go from there with one change at a time. If you do more than 1 setup change at a time, its hard to know what difference either made. Good luck man!

[@stevemarcil1911]

@@RcOffroad9513 thank you.. just subscribed to your channel. I'll definitely check out your videos

[@RyanHarrisRC]

A race program is a solid effort and dedication to getting a car dialed in. You know the car well from countless wrench sessions. You have several base references for setup based on different track conditions. You’ve run several race days successfully to rule out any possible mechanical faults as best you can. The list goes on, but basically you try to develop a solid vehicle and race effort over time 🤘

[@natechin4036]

Great vid love the content

[@trentfollmer1462]

Don't out drive the car. Drive it straight and clean, as fast as the car wants to go. If it's not fast enough to keep up, make a change. And keep doing that until you are running up front. And never underestimate the tire.

[@sc10rs]

So helpful!!! 😊🤙

[@edwinwx260]

New ryan harris video 🤘🤘

[@bradlee5277]

the setup sheet website link doesnt work anymore :/

[@TFritz82]

I always liked "two is one and one in none".

[@tlfbshti364]

Tip #1: Don't suck!

[@farbenfrohesgrau4056]

tutorial vids be like

[@joracer1]

Reasons to lose, 1)driving too fast to navigate the track without issues. 2) choosing bad lines. 3) poor race craft. 4) tires. 5) not avoiding crashed cars. 6) poor starts. 7) not handling pressure. 8) poor maintenance 9) being stubborn. 10) if you want to start winning learn to race 2wd mod buggy on med to low grip dirt. it will teach you everything. Am I wrong?

[@austinlewin9300]

Hi my name is Austin lewin and I race outside on a Dirt oval and I use dirt tires with teeth and my backend is a little bit all over the place I need your help on it please

[@jameswright7438]

Yo Ryan, you should paint ur dirt bike like ur RC bodies🔥🔥🔥#RESPECT👊🏾# love ur videos bro#Racing is LIFE🏁

[@Awake_rl]

Yo the 2021 450 graphics on a 250... send me that graphics kit

[@RyanHarrisRC]

I saw a bike on Instagram and reached out to Era graphics! They just followed the vibe they did previously 🤙

[@Anonymous-ku7mt]

Hey man I have a story for you if your interested. But for another time. My REAL questions fall into the category of building. I have most of it figured it out, but I really REALLY struggle with soldering to this day. Think that could be a future topic?

[@andreasjonsson8075]

Dude I wanna see you ride your dirtbike !!!

[@wildcardjoker]

Great info

[@user-sy4ko7yq4c]

get a 2-stroke bike trust me u will love it compare to 4stroke junkk

[@chriskirk136]

Brother from another mother! Fish tanks. Rc cars. & Motocross! Knew there was a reason I liked you! Post that mx video! Bbbbrrrraaaaappppp! I always say rc cars is motocross without the broken clavicals

[@AlexorNah]

“what’s your gearing for this track” Yeah, I can name a trinity driver who seriously won’t tell me his gearing and covers the car when i come by their pits. True fast cars don’t want to say what makes them fast. Has happened both previous years at Masters of Dirt. -Alex Mac.

[@RyanHarrisRC]

Well they are dumb. I will tell anyone who would like to know what my hearing is anytime! Side note, you going to master’s this year?

[@AlexorNah]

@@RyanHarrisRC yessir ill be there. Maybe running SCT too, looking forward to get some SCT action with you!