Track Design - 4x12 Scalextric for dandpl

Wherein I provide feedback and suggested changes to a layout for SlotForum member dandpl.
SlotForum thread:
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[@petemiller519]

You're absolutely correct about having a gradual radius first before a tighter radius. I remember when I took transportation in engineering school and proper corners are designed with a spiral first, a constant radius, and then a spiral for entry. This allows to turn the steering wheel gradually as you enter the corner, then during the constant radius you hold the steering wheel steady, and gradually move it to a straight line when you enter the spiral portion upon exit.

[@garthfrudd5974]

Greg, I just love the track planning video. This could be an on going series of videos about planning and planning how to.

[@ggaub]

I'm glad you like it. I'm sure I'll do more, but I'm not planning "an ongoing series" of them. ;-)

[@EnabledShooter]

Oh boy! Back to the drawing board. Ha ha. Thank you for the great tips.

[@Whisperin-Jimmy]

Very interesting to watch Greg. Thank you !

[@35Salty]

Thank you for your help. Very informative video.

[@ianbenson5773]

Very helpful. I am having problems designing my track. This helps me understand. I tried that software but found it clunky but am going to revisit it

[@ggaub]

Which program? They all have a slightly different UI, so it's worth trying a variety until you find one that works how you like. Ultimate Racer 3 has a great track planning tool and supports pretty much all the different types of track that exist. I'm using TrackPower, which hasn't been updated in several years.

[@ianbenson5773]

@@ggaub I tried Ultimate racer 3 but maybe I did not give it long enough. I will give it another go

[@ggaub]

@@ianbenson5773 might as well. ;-)

[@johnbryan5608]

Thank you! Very helpful!

[@johnd8892]

All good improvements for a nicer to drive track while keeping the basic design. Could consider the big sweepers optional in that even before them the design was still an improvement.

[@Parry635]

Most excellent track revision. Just wish it was Carrera track and I would build it. Again, great job.

[@ggaub]

Thanks! I'm sure it could be done in Carrera, though not in the same space, and not exactly the same, since Carrera uses 60 degree turns rather tan 45.

[@modelracecar]

Much like you can watch youtube channels of people 'doing' Minecraft, you could do a channel on track building and you'd probably get an audience 😄

[@ggaub]

LOL, maybe! ;-)

[@cyberdjnyccyberdj9600]

Greg, great video, to maximize the long straight away, would you consider placing bank turns there coming off the straight?

[@ggaub]

I'm not a fan of high banks, but a mild bank would make sense, and can be quite effective. I usually do flat tracks, for the most part, though.

[@damianadams7995]

What software do you use to help with track layout design?

[@ggaub]

I'm using a program called TrackPower, but it's no longer available. The best option for Windows users these days is the track designer that's part of Ultimate Racer 3. Find it at uracerweb.org

[@DaleBezz]

I want to build that track, could you please supply a parts list/bill of material so that I can buy the necessary sections of track to add to what I have, or a way to directly contact for that. Thank you in advance!

[@ggaub]

I thought I had put a link in the description to the forum, but neither did I do that, nor did I put the plans with stock lists on the forum thread. Both of those oversights have been corrected. Here is the link for your convenience. www.slotforum.com/threads/thoughts-welcome-before-i-order-parts-needed.206663/

[@patrickcotter5629]

Would you be able to modify that design for me in a 6 x 12 track dimension?

[@Carfunmostly]

The software, Ultimate racer 3?

[@ggaub]

Sorry, no, that's TrackPower, no longer available. I'm used to the interface, so I still use it. Everything I did should be more than possible with UR3, though, which I recommend to people because it's great software.

[@rogerverity7626]

How do I download this app

[@ggaub]

The app I use, TrackPower, is no longer available. It doesn't have any kind of track that wasn't around 10 years ago. Your best bet on Windows these days is found at uracerweb.org

[@patrickcotter5629]

What were the final dimensions?

[@ggaub]

3' 11" x 12'

[@patrickcotter5629]

@@ggaub Thanks. I'm planing on a getting a starter set then expanding later. How many feet did this layout end up being?

[@patrickcotter5629]

@@ggaub Would you mind sharing the track pieces that it requires.

[@xakamira1]

a pista ficou com que perimetro total?

[@ggaub]

I assume you mean what is the lane length? On the first iteration of the design, the outside lane is 40 feet and 8 inches long.

[@xakamira1]

@@ggaub yes that's it, the total length (perimeter) of the track, 40 feet ans 8 inches, about 12 metros , sclale european, thank you

[@rachelhibbert4797]

what website is that

[@ggaub]

Unfortunately, it's not a web site. It's a program that is no longer available for download called TrackPower.

[@rachelhibbert4797]

@@ggaub thanks but do you recommend any other track designer programs

[@soko63]

And now I’m totally confused

[@ggaub]

Sorry about that. What can I clarify for you?