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If you are a fan of motor racing such as NASCAR or NHRA, but can't afford the millions it takes to have a "real" racing team, for a small investment you can not only own your own "model" racing team but can be the star driver too. Model racing is every bit as challenging as the real thing!
These little cars zip around the huge track as fast as 4 seconds. The drag racers can get upwards of 100mph when they cruise down the track. You could spend hours and hours working on your car and spend thousands of dollars to get the perfect car. It is a hobby and a passion for many people around the world. Slot car racing is popular overseas in Australia, New Zealand, Europe, & Asia.
There are many parts to a slotcar track and vehicle that need to be tweaked if you want to race your best. You will need the right tires, brakes (controller), motor, gears, and body just like a real race car. The most important part of the slot car formula is the race car driver and his/her ability to brake in the turns and speed through the straight aways.
Mid-America is located in Montgomery,IL and is the home of many large tournaments for slot car enthusiasts. If your interest is a 1/32 slot car racing set for your home, or cars, parts and accessories for your home race set, Mid-America has Scalextric slot cars, SCX, Ninco, Fly, Monogram and Slotter slot cars.
Looking for hard to find slotcar motors? It doesn't matter if you need a Falcon, Plafit, Parma 16-D, Proslot Super 16-D,Koford Super Wasp, Best of the West Hornet, Challenger, Contender, Mura Sportsman, Group 12,Proslot Group-15,Koford Group 27, PK Group-7 or Valiko Eurosport. Motors and replacement and repair parts such as armatures, ceramic magnets and cobalt magnets, brushes and springs are essential for racing. Mid-America Raceway has the widest variety anywhere from Valiko, Koford, ProSlot, Kelly Racing,Lee Gilbert's Speedshop, Parma, WrightWay, PK, Slick7, Camen, Pla-Fit, Falcon, Mura, Champion, Alpha, Cahoza, Red Fox, RL, Kamen, ProFormance Racing Inc., and others. Mid-America Raceway even custom builds motors, built to fit your slotcar needs.
Need a slot car Chassis? There are 1/24 Eurosport 1/32 Eurosport, 1/32 F-1 Eurosport , Open-12, NASCAR, GT-1, GTP, GT-12, Drag Racing, Gr12, Int-15, G-27, and G-7 Open chassis in stock from Brian Saunders, Richard Mack, Horky, Koford, BRM, Mossetti Racing, JK Products, WRP, JDS, DRS, Slick7, Parma, Proslot, Red Fox, Champion, Kelly Racing, and more.
Do you need gears for your slot car? There are Horky, Red Fox, Valiko, ARP, GT-1, Kelly, Koford, Parma, JK, Sonic, Slick 7, Proslot , Sigma, BRM, and more. How about tools? We stock tools for your Slot car needs from Hakko soldering irons , Sonic fiddle sticks, Carlisle Slot Jigs, Goat-Boy can tools, Dremel, Lucky Bob's acid flux , Hudy comm Cutters, and Hudy tires grinders, K&S, Magne-Hone, and more. We stock Wrightway durometers, electronic scales, gauss meters, power supplies, arm meters, moto-tools, commutator cutters, tire grinders, soldering irons, slate blocks, chassis jigs, allen wrenches, silver solder, and flux.
Slot Car racing is also very competitive and there are large tournaments with prizes. To find out more about slot car racing check out Mid-America Raceway and their racing rules. Here is a sample of some of the local track rules.
Slotcar Qualifying:
* Driver qualifying order will be by random selection.
* Qualifying will be 1 minute in duration.
* Overall ranking will be based on the fastest lap time.
* Ties will be broken by the second fastest lap time.
* Any driver who misses their qualifying time will be ranked in last position.
* 1/24, 1/32 and F1 eurosports will qualify on the orange lane.
* Open GP-12, C12, JRL and B-production will qualify on the blue lane.
Slotcar Race:
* Every race will be run as a main starting with the slowest ending with
* The fastest. (i.e. C-main runs before the B-main and the B-main runs before the A-main.)
* Drivers will be loaded into their mains based on the Driver Loading Plan (PDF)
* JRL and B-production will run 3 minute heats.
* Open GP-12 and C12 will run 4 minute heats.
* 1/24, 1/32 and F1 eurosports will run 5 minute heats.
* All slot car races will have a 1 minute intermission between heats.
* Work on slotcars is allowed during the intermission.
Slotcar Turn Marshaling:
* If you race you must turn slot car marshal.
1. drivers at the end of their main must marshal the next main or whenever called upon.
2. the number of slot car marshals must be the same in each main.
3. a 10 lap penalty will be given for missing marshaling.
If you are looking to get into slotcar racing there is a lot you will need to know. I encourage reading the rules and finding out what type of slotcar you would like to race. Many slot car tracks have times and days of the week that someone can take their car in and practice with their friends.
Slot Car Racing & Slot Car Test Track - Mid-America Raceway - Midwest's Largest Slotcar Supply Store
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Palm Springs, California is a desert oasis for vacationers looking to escape colder climates and play on some of the most famous golf courses in the country. While golf is certainly the most popular recreational activity, Palm Springs also hosts numerous other active pursuits such as hiking, horseback riding, and tennis. Whether the warm, dry climate has drawn you in or the allure of outdoor adventure has become too much resist, Palm Springs is bound to entertain and excite you with its resort-like atmosphere.
Even with the highest of standards individuals have coming in, the 111 breathtaking courses that dot the beautiful terrain of Palm Springs and the surrounding areas will most certainly meet any expectations. The desert provides not only a dramatic background, but also the perfect environment for maintaining stunning courses due to the abundant sunshine (Palm Springs boasts over 350 days of sun per year) and low humidity. No matter what your skill level, you are sure to find a course that challenges every aspect of your game.
When searching for the right course for you, two to consider are Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort and Cimarron Golf Resort. The Tahquitz Creek Golf Resort offers two 18-hole courses, however, the Legend is the one to try if you want a traditional layout combined with a stiff test of nerves and ability. With over 40 newly-added bunkers and severely sloped greens, even the most seasoned veteran will have trouble getting the ball up and down on this course.
Cimarron Golf Resort, designed by John Fought, is a gorgeous course that combines the simple beauty of the native desert with European characteristics that may remind one of old Scotland styling. Try your hand at the long course and soak in the beauty of the lush green fairways set amongst majestic mountain peeks and sparkling blue water. Accurate shots are a must on this course since the sod-walled bunkers will eat up any errant or miss hits, so duffers beware, you will be in for a long day if your game is not up to par.
To enjoy one of the most beautiful environments in the Southwest, consider a hiking tour with a company like Desert Safari. They can take you to a variety of locations, depending on your interests and skill level, where you can explore alpine forests, an exotic wilderness, and the giant rock formations of the desert. If you prefer to cover more terrain, then a bicycle tour through the valley or into the mountains may be perfect for you. Whether you want to see Box Canyon and Mt. San Jacinto or ride up into the Santa Rosa range, there is a cycling adventure that meets your needs and abilities.
To kick off a relaxing day, take a stroll downtown and check out the Palm Springs Walk of Stars, which highlights celebrities and other notable figures who have lived in Palm Springs. Afterwards, give yourself the star treatment by heading over to the Tropics Retreat Spa, located in the Caliente Tropics Resort. Massage therapy, body wraps, pedicures, manicures, and facials are all available so you can pamper yourself and relieve any remaining stress while the guys hit the links.
Palm Springs is the perfect place to escape from a hectic lifestyle and get back to the beauty of the outdoors. To truly stay within this desert oasis and free yourself from the hustle and bustle of a popular resort town, consider Palm Springs vacation rentals for your accommodations needs. Every glance out the window gives you a glimpse of the surrounding mountain ranges as you enjoy the privacy and comforts of home. Stroll out to the backyard for a swim amongst this beautiful setting or make your way to any of the nearby golf courses or tennis courts. This is your vacation, so make the most of it by staying in a conveniently located home or condo rental that has all the amenities you need for a restful, relaxing stay.
Vacationing in Palm Springs
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Shade sails come in different shapes and sizes. The most popular shapes are either triangular sails or square/rectangular sails. Furthermore, sun sails are also available in different colors as well. However, prior to planning a sail installation, many people ask themselves what are the differences between square and triangular shade sails. Either shape will provide great coverage, however, each one also has its advantages and disadvantages.
Square sun sails will provide the most coverage. They are available in variety of sizes ranging from pre made to custom sized square sails. However, larger square sails will typically require stronger fixing points. It is recommended to use steel posts as your masts. Furthermore, each post should be cemented into the ground. The rule of thumb for how far into the ground you should go is going to be 1/3 of your walk through height. Therefore, if your walk through is going to be 9 feet than you should go around 3 feet into the ground. Most engineers typically recommend that you go at least 4 feet into the ground as your starting point. The other disadvantage to a large square sail is the possibility that it will "belly" up in the middle. This can happen for a variety of reasons. Lack of tension and water build up are primary reasons why a sun sail will belly up in the middle. Furthermore, square sails do not arrange as nicely as triangular shade sails.
Triangular shade sails have many advantages and disadvantages as well. The biggest advantage they have over square sails is that they can be arranged in a variety of configurations that will please just about any one. You can point one going one way and another going the other way. You may very the heights as well or just play around with however you want to make your arrangement. One of the big disadvantages is that triangular sails always have a gap in between sails. This is an area where sun light or water can easily pass through. The advantage is that they will not belly up as much as square sail when installed properly. Furthermore, the gaps prevent as much water from building up and causing the sun sail to sag.
First you need to determine the sails primary function before you decide what shape you are going to buy. If you are primarily looking to get as much shade coverage as possible than a square or rectangular sail will be to your advantage. However, if you are looking more for something that can transform the architecture of your surroundings, then a triangular sail might not be such a bad idea. Either way, shade sails provide a great way to cover just about anything quickly and inexpensively.
Square Shade Sails Vs Triangle Shade Sails
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