TheBlackmarkers.com Presents:
Blackmarkers Raceway - Sponsored by
Golden Horizon
Location: Bridgeport and Shell in Richmond. Please PM me or call 604-720-6788 for details.
Time: 10:30am to 6:00pm
Price: $10 entrance fee to all class (All you can run!)
Race Schedule: Every Other Sunday (See below for Racing and Drop in Schedule)
Facilities: Biggest In Door RCP Race Track in Vancouver and Richmond. Features a raised 32ft long straight away, very smooth banked sweepers. Tables, Chairs, and Power available.
Timing System: CORE System. Transponder are available for sale and rent. ($25 to buy, $5 for the day)
Car setup support and driver training: If you need any help of setting your car or learn about tips and tricks to drive faster, there will be veteran racers available to help you out. Everyone are friendly, so don't be shy to ask.
Here are some pictures of us setting up the track. We are still waiting for more track to arrive. Track is huge now, but imagine how much bigger it will be!
The lower level can fit 4 lanes of track, each being 3 ft or more wide. The 32ft straightaway is LONG. More then enough to test out the top speed of your mini-z. We paid a lot of attention to make sure the ramps going up and down are as smooth as possible. Lights will be installed under the raised straight away. The Pit area will be finished as well, and will fit 20+ guys pitting without problem.
Race Class and Format:
Open Class
Any 1/28 chassis (MR015 / MR02 / MR03 / MA010)
Any optional parts
No fet limits
No motor limits
Any 1/28 bodies
Must use rechargeable AAA batteries (no LiPo)
Absolutely no traction compound
Stock Class
Any Kyosho Chassis (MR015 / MR02 / MR03 / MA010)
No fet upgrades
Any 130 motor that can run without fet upgrades.
Any optional parts
Kyosho bodies only, all windshield and windows must be installed
Must use rechargeable AAA batteries (no LiPo)
No foam tires
Absolutely no traction compound
Super Stock Class
Any Kyosho Chassis (MR015 / MR02 / MR03 / MA010)
No fet upgrades
Stock Out of the box Kyosho 130 motor
Gear Diff only
Any optional parts (Except for Motor and Diff)
Kyosho bodies only, all windshield and windows must be installed
Must use rechargeable AAA batteries (no LiPo)
No foam tires
Absolutely no traction compound
F1 Class
Kyosho F1 Chassis
No Fet limits
No Motor limits
Any optional parts
Kyosho bodies only, all windshield and windows must be installed
Must use rechargeable AAA batteries (no LiPo)
Absolutely no traction compound
Rules
10:30 - Door Opens
11:45 - All registration must be done. Make sure you get your transponder.
12:00 - First Qualifier Starts
We will run three 8 minute Qualifier per class, and one 15min Main. There will be no break between races so make sure you manage your time properly. (lunch time and battery charging time, etc) Minimum 4 cars per class. Maximum of 8 cars can race at the same time.
If we do finish early we will do an endurance race.
Schedule:
Racing: Every Other Sunday (First Race on Jan 3rd, 2010)
On Every Sunday that we don't race, $10 for the day, all you can run!!
Weekdays Drop In Practice: Every Wednesday and Friday, from (5:00pm to MIDNIGHT, we usually stay later). $5 All you can run!!
The Core lap timing system will be running all the time so you guys can keep track of your lap time!
Parts and Accessories:
We do not sell any parts or accessories. If you are interested in getting into the hobby, please visit the guys at
Golden Horizon in Richmond. They carry a wide range of RC products, including On Road and Off Road, as well as airplanes, helicopters, boats, and more. What's more important is they have the best customer service in town, and very competitive pricing. Check them out!
They are located in the Continental Plaza of Richmond.
Special Thanks To:
Thanks to Raffi and Ed for coming out to help build the track organize everything!!!