new guy in crewkerne

wurzelyzf · #1 01-07-2011

Hi there,just wanted to say hi, I'm new to this (haven't had an rc car since i was at school and that was a Tamiya Boomerang!) and i'm 35 now and looking to to take up rc racing as a hobby.
Could anyone give me any recomendations as to what is a commonly used car? Things have moved on so much since I was into it I wouldn't know where to start. The car at the time was the Shumacher Cougar so that shows you how long ago ha ha.
Many thanks, Dave.

RobPaynter · #2 01-07-2011

Hi there, best thing to do is come along to one of Tiverton's race meetings and have a look at what people are running we are all friendly so come down and have a chat. We take some stock down track side but if there is anything you would like us to get we can or you can visit are site.

wurzelyzf · #3 02-07-2011

Thanks for that, I think that would be a very good idea,i'll definately come along. I've still got my old cougar so i'll dust him off and recomission it again even if just to get a taste for it again and go from there.
Are there ever any practice days where I can no doubt embarass myself quite well whilst I learn the ropes?

Paul Field · #4 02-07-2011

Hi

If you can't wait until next weekend. Come and race indoors at Tipton st John nr Ottery St Mary next Wednesday evening. WWW.TRCMCC.CO.UK

We start racing at 7.30pm.

Its a bit of a trek from Crewkerne so if you let me know your coming i can book you in for a late arrival.

We race Tamiya Mini's and 1/10 Off Road. A lot of us race at Tiverton so we will be able to give you some advice.

Cheers

Paul

wurzelyzf · #5 02-07-2011

Thanks for that Paul,but I don't think the car will be ready by then,it's been in the loft for over 20 years ha ha but I will still try and come along just to watch,if not this week then very soon.

wurzelyzf · #6 03-07-2011

I'm definately planning on coming down next sunday for a watch and hopefully a chat with some of you to point me in the right direction. Just a thought though, what time is the racing?

Dombrasky · #7 03-07-2011

Hi Dave,
I race at Tivvy,It usually starts about 9,9:30am and finishes between 3,3:30pm

b4baz · #8 03-07-2011

Hi Dave i only live over the hill from you in Chard and (attempt) to race at tiverton most meetings if i can help you in any way give me your number and i will give you a call
Cheers Barry

wurzelyzf · #9 03-07-2011

Thanks for that guys,I shall aim to get there around mid day. I'll be the one with my wife and newborn daughter with me. She's the reason for my interest,this hobby will be just as exciting as motorbikes but hopefully I won't run the risk of killing myself ha ha.

Thanks for the offer Barry, i've sent you a pm. Dave.

gavsspringer · #10 05-07-2011

me and my stepson started racing last year for the first time. we went to watch the racing with tiverton and everyone was very helpfull and easy to talk to. they are also very encouraging when you are just starting and still are. we wont be there sunday but i am sure you will have a great day.
Gavin

wurzelyzf · #11 05-07-2011

Thanks for that Gavin, my stepson has showed an interest too so we shall see. Look forward to meeting you sometime. Dave.