NEAM @ Nissan we only race 2wd and 4wd electric buggies (there is a potential of truck heats but we dont seem to get the numbers to run a full heat.)
We race indoors on a Sunday evening at the Nissan Sports and Leisure complex from 4pm onwards. We also have a permanent outdoor astroturf track that will be used during the warmer months!
As lofty said, we mostly run brushless as its so much more reliable and easier to live with, but this not a requirement.
Heat wise, you will be seeded accordingly so will be with drivers of similar ability, remember we all started somewhere so help and encouragement is always at hand!
As for brands, I would avoid the FTX as thats not really suited to the racing at the club, and no doubt you would want to upgrade rather quickly.....
Most major brands are ran, with Schumacher, AE and Xray the most popular and 2wd as the most popular class.
TQ Models attend club meetings most weeks so spares and help are readily available should you need them. There is always a good selection of used kit for sale too, to get you started on a budget.
I would suggest coming along to the club for a watch and chat, we have a round of our Winter Series running this weekend, starting at 8am through to 6pm and loads of people willing to help out.
Again as Lofty said, insurance is covered by the BRCA membership, which is mandatory to be able to race at our club, and then there is the club membership which gives cheaper weekly race fees.
If your on Facebook take a look at our page NEAM RC as this is where is most active. Also search lddlmurphy on Youtube for his great videos of the weekly club nights and other racing events.
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