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Summer Racing 2020
« on: June 14, 2020, 08:31:19 PM »
IROCC Summer 2020 Race Season Information:

  • Sunday June 28th is our first official club race day.  Please arrive at the track by 9:30AM so we can all chip in with track setup.
  • Remaining schedule below
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Covid-19 Safety Procedures and Policies:
The following Return-to-Sport document outlines how IROCC will safely resume racing activities.  Please read and familiarize yourself with this document.  All racers will need to sign the Participation Agreement before racing with the club.

IROCC Return-to-Sport Safety Procedures and Policies


Track Location:
https://www.google.com/maps/d/u/0/viewer?ll=48.445031%2C-123.467274&spn=0.062628%2C0.169086&msa=0&mid=1WNIgsyyH8ywhHuUkQ3vuqmurVmI

(Closest known street address)
1845 Island Hwy, Colwood, BC V9B 1J3
https://www.google.ca/maps/place/1845+Old+Island+Hwy,+Victoria,+BC+V9B+1J3/@48.4434889,-123.4700633,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x548f0cd77aeec82f:0x343ec655abacbe8b!8m2!3d48.4434889!4d-123.4678746


Classes:
TC Stock 21.5, Open rubber tire 32-36, 1350g
Scale Spec 21.5, USGT rubber tire, 1380g
TC Nitro .12, Open foam tire, 1650g
Offroad, Any clean 10th Scale offroad buggy or truck


Offroad Class:
IROCC is offering a 10th Scale Offroad class this year as an option for our friends from COR Victoria.  From previous experience, buggies and trucks with worn out pin tires are great fun on IROCC's treated asphalt track.  Hopefully we see some COR Victoria racers joining us for some fun racing this summer!


Race Fees:
Members:
1st Class: $15  (Kids $10 flat rate)
2nd Class: $5

Non-Members:
1st Class: $20
2nd Class: $10

Summer Club Membership: Adults $20, Kids $10, Family $30

IROCC is a non-profit club.  Everyone pays and everything goes back into the club (liability insurance, cube truck, track materials, generators, computers, PA, etc...)  If you would like to inquire about our finances please speak with us.


Loaner Car:
The club has a loaner car that guests may rent for the day to give R/C racing a try.


Schedule:

June
June 21    Test and Tune with limited track setup
June 28    Club Race

July
July 5       Club Race
July 12     Club Race   Cancelled
July 19     Club Race
July 26     Club Race

August
Aug 2       No racing, BC Day long weekend
Aug 9       Club Race
Aug 16     Club Race
Aug 23     Club Race
Aug 30     Club Race

Sep 6       No racing, Labour Day long weekend
Sep 13     Club Race
Sep 20     Club Race
Sep 27     Club Race



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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #1 on: June 15, 2020, 02:18:12 PM »
Good to be back on track!
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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #2 on: June 20, 2020, 03:33:13 PM »
Test/Tune Practice Day: June 21, 2020

A very limited track setup will begin at 10:00am.  This will be a good opportunity to remember how to drive again, and to make sure your equipment is ready to go for the first official club race on June 28th.  Newer racers can ask questions and get help/advice on car setups, driving, etc....

Some basic reminders:

  • Bring gloves
  • Stay 2m apart from others
  • Wash hands and gloves before and after track setup
  • Stay home if you are not feeling well

See you there!

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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #3 on: June 26, 2020, 08:16:18 PM »
Our first official club race is this Sunday June 28, 2020

Track setup will begin at 9:30am.  All racers are expected to help with track setup.  Practice will begin once track setup is complete.

Race day schedule:
  • 9:30am Track setup, then practice
  • 11:00am Qualifier 1
  • 12:00pm Qualifier 2
  • 1:00pm Lunch break
  • 1:30pm Qualifier 3
  • 2:30pm Main Events
  • 3:30pm Track teardown

See you there!
Blake

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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #4 on: June 28, 2020, 04:10:51 AM »
Gathered up a few parts I had that will work for the club car. Hopefully they will bring some more life into it for the new racers
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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #5 on: June 28, 2020, 08:40:14 PM »
Good racing today boys
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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #6 on: June 29, 2020, 06:28:52 PM »
Good racing today boys

Yep, that was a good race day.  Nice to see lots of people out there!

A couple people asked me about the race results.  You can find all race results here:

https://www.irocc.ca/index.php?topic=4840.0

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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #7 on: June 29, 2020, 06:32:38 PM »
*** Looking for used touring cars ***

I had a couple people asking me where to find used touring cars such as XRAY T4 2013-2019 type cars.  If anyone knows of any for sale, please let us know.

Thanks,
Blake

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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #8 on: June 30, 2020, 02:30:47 PM »
looking for a 2017-19 roller for myself. No electronics required as I have everything I need
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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #9 on: July 03, 2020, 06:28:54 PM »
Club racing this Sunday July 5, 2020

We are expecting guests from the lower mainland to join us for racing.  GripworksRC will be onsite as well, so bring along some cash.

Track setup will begin at 9:30am.  All racers are expected to help with track setup.

See you there!
Blake

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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #10 on: July 03, 2020, 08:23:16 PM »
Welp there goes my paycheck. Also I will be bringing along Luca as he wants to get back into RC racing
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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #11 on: July 06, 2020, 06:21:31 PM »
Another great club race!  Thanks to all the local racers and our visitors from the Lower Mainland who joined us for some great racing yesterday!

No Racing Next Sunday July 12
Sorry for the late notice but we are cancelling the July 12 club race due to some key personnel absences that we just learned about.  We will be back racing on both July 19 and July 26.

Thank You John Tsang
Big shout out to John for BBQing us a tasty lunch yesterday.  During a normal year, yesterday would have been Mains Day at our annual Speed Weekend trophy race.  And Jody would have been keeping us fed with his BBQ.  John wanted to pay his respects and take on the role this year, and Jody would have been proud.


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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #12 on: July 06, 2020, 08:15:48 PM »
Had some people asking me about my solar setup and where to get it. So here ya go. All you need is a deep cycle battery to go with it. With this panel I was able to charge my touring car all day and my 12v deep cycle battery was more charged at the end of the day than it was in the morning.

https://www.canadiantire.ca/en/pdp/noma-100w-solar-panel-kit-0110004p.html

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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #13 on: July 10, 2020, 08:24:03 PM »
Hi all,

Brian Ashmore is offering some car setup work this Sunday morning for any of the newer racers.  He'll have his car setup station at the parking lot around 9:30am for anyone that would like to give their car a once-over.  Having a nicely squared up and non-tweaked car can have a big impact on the car's performance on the track.  The parking lot will likely be empty so people can run some test laps as well.

If you're interested in this please let me know.

Thanks,
Blake

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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #14 on: July 17, 2020, 05:37:23 PM »
Club racing this Sunday July 19, 2020

Track setup will begin at 9:30am.  All racers are expected to help with track setup.

See you there!
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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #15 on: July 19, 2020, 10:01:20 PM »
Club Race Attendance Record!
Thanks to all the local and travelling racers who joined us today!  We had the best turnout we've seen in several years!

Track Setup/Teardown
Thank you to everyone for helping with track setup and teardown.  These are not fun jobs but we've been doing great work with 30 min setups and 15 min teardowns.  Today we were missing a couple of our key track personnel which impacted the smoothness of teardown.  Shawn Z has volunteered to help teach our newer club members the teardown process and order of operation.  With him, Brian A, and Paul G coordinating things it will go a little smoother next week.

Next Race is this Sunday, July 26
We're racing again this Sunday July 26.  We will NOT be racing the following weekend (BC Day long weekend) so come out and get your fix this Sunday.


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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #16 on: July 20, 2020, 01:22:29 AM »
Fantastic turnout Y'all lets keep it up
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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #17 on: July 24, 2020, 08:16:56 PM »
Club racing this Sunday July 26, 2020

We will NOT be racing the following weekend (BC Day long weekend) so come out and get your fix this Sunday.

Track setup will begin at 9:30am.  All racers are expected to help with track setup.

See you there!
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« Reply #18 on: July 28, 2020, 02:41:19 PM »
Another Solid Club Race!
Thanks to all the local racers, up-island racers, and Lower Mainland racers who joined us for some great racing last Sunday!  Track setup was insanely good at 28 mins, and teardown was ridiculous at 12 mins.  Let's keep up those great stats.

Next Race Day is Aug 9th
We're taking the BC Day long weekend off, so we'll see everyone in two weeks on Sunday August 9th.

Full Size Vehicles In The Pit Area
As per the driver's meeting last Sunday, we need to improve our physical distancing in the pit area.  Unless you absolutely need your full size vehicle in the pit, please park it in the lower lot.  There are a few generators in the pits for power, so don't be shy to ask someone for power.


Thanks,
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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #19 on: August 07, 2020, 03:12:17 PM »
Club racing this Sunday August 9, 2020

We are expecting guests from the lower mainland to join us for racing.  GripworksRC will be onsite as well, so bring along some cash.

Track setup will begin at 9:30am.  All racers are expected to help with track setup.

*** Reminder to park your full-size vehicle in the lower lot to allow more space in the pit area.

See you there!
Blake

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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #20 on: August 09, 2020, 11:06:35 PM »
Record Setting Club Race!
Thanks to all the guest racers who joined us once again for some great racing today!  We broke an attendance record again which is amazing to see!

Tuesday Night - Car Setup Clinic
We're hosting a short car setup clinic from 7:00pm to 8:30pm this Tuesday August 11th at the parking lot.  We'll have some setup stations on hand to get everyone's cars squared up and ready for next weekend.  The clinic is open to all racers, new and old.  We'll also answer any setup questions racers may have.

Next Race Day is August 16
We're racing again this coming Sunday, August 16th.  Reminder that we'll be running two offroad classes: Buggies and Trucks.

Thanks,
Blake
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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #21 on: August 10, 2020, 07:29:27 PM »
yeah, got to say that turnout was insane. Good to see all the new racers out having a good time after a few slow years.

To the new and returning racers,

Thanks a ton for coming out to race with us. I can't tell you how awesome it was to see soo many of you in the pits and the track (2M apart) showing interest and support for the club. I hope you guys continue to enjoy racing and can't wait for you to experience a Speed Weekend event when covid-19 slows down.

DR. Speed would be proud of you.
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« Reply #22 on: August 11, 2020, 01:47:33 PM »
Well said Avery.

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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #23 on: August 14, 2020, 02:42:01 PM »
Club racing this Sunday August 16, 2020

Track setup will begin at 9:30am.  All racers are expected to help with track setup.

Reminder that for this one day only, we'll be running two offroad classes: Buggies and Trucks.

See you there!
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« Reply #24 on: August 14, 2020, 08:16:23 PM »
anybody got a Traxxas slash I could borrow? lol
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« Reply #25 on: August 16, 2020, 09:26:52 PM »
Hot Race Day!
Thanks to all the local racers and traveling racers for joining us for another great club race!  Track setup was next-level at 20 mins flat - even in 30C temps.  The TC Stock main was one of the best we've seen yet.  Congrats to Adam for TQing and Avery for taking the win!

Thank you to the volunteer marshals in the Nitro main - it was very much appreciated.

We're racing again this Sunday August 23rd.


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« Reply #26 on: August 16, 2020, 10:21:20 PM »
Aww shucks

Also if anybody catches the news story of irocc, post it in the forum
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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #27 on: August 17, 2020, 01:02:15 AM »
it was fun to come play guys. thanks for having me!

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« Reply #28 on: August 17, 2020, 01:30:50 AM »
it was fun to come play guys. thanks for having me!

It didn't take you long to get back up to speed....

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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #29 on: August 21, 2020, 06:27:22 PM »
Club racing this Sunday August 23, 2020

Track setup will begin at 9:30am.  All racers are expected to help with track setup.

We are expecting GripworksRC to be onsite so bring along some cash.

Please remember to stay 2m apart, wash your hands often, and stay home if you are not feeling well.

See you there!
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« Reply #30 on: August 23, 2020, 10:01:43 PM »
Another Great Club Race!
Thanks to all the local racers and Lower Mainland racers who joined us for some great racing today!  Setup and teardown were phenomenal once again, and racing was awesome in all classes.

Next Race Day is Aug 30th
We're racing again next Sunday August 30th.


Thanks,
Blake
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Re: Summer Racing 2020
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« Reply #33 on: August 24, 2020, 01:45:36 AM »
That's epic.

Should have stuck around for the a-main that day. That was a good one.
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« Reply #34 on: August 24, 2020, 01:12:28 PM »
It was better this week...

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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #35 on: August 28, 2020, 03:54:51 PM »
Club racing this Sunday August 30, 2020

We will NOT be racing the following weekend (Labour Day long weekend) so come out and get your fix this Sunday.

Track setup will begin at 9:30am.  All racers are expected to help with track setup.

See you there!
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« Reply #36 on: August 30, 2020, 08:54:09 PM »
Another Solid Club Race!
Thanks to all the local racers and up-island racers who joined us for some great racing today!  There was lots of close racing across the board.

Next Race Day is Sep 13th
We're taking the Labour Day long weekend off, so we'll see everyone in two weeks on Sunday September 13th.


Thanks,
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« Reply #37 on: September 11, 2020, 06:40:47 PM »
Club racing this Sunday September 13, 2020

Track setup will begin at 9:30am.  All racers are expected to help with track setup.

At the driver's meeting we will be discussing details about the upcoming Fall/Winter carpet racing program.

See you there!
Blake

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« Reply #38 on: September 12, 2020, 02:55:51 AM »
I don't know if I will be able to go, this smoke is taking a toll on me
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« Reply #39 on: September 13, 2020, 09:12:00 PM »
Another Great Club Race!
Thanks to all the racers from the Lower Mainland and up Island who joined us for some great racing today!  The smokey conditions were not ideal but the track ended up being quite good.

Next Race Day is Sep 20th
We're racing again next Sunday September 20th.  This could potentially be the last race of the outdoor season.


Thanks,
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« Reply #40 on: September 13, 2020, 09:38:10 PM »
any news on the indoor location?
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« Reply #41 on: September 14, 2020, 01:22:48 AM »
any news on the indoor location?

Some information will be posted on Monday or Tuesday.

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« Reply #42 on: September 18, 2020, 08:45:05 PM »
Club racing this Sunday September 20, 2020

Track setup will begin at 9:30am.  All racers are expected to help with track setup.

We are expecting GripworksRC to be onsite so bring along some cash.

This could potentially be the last race of the outdoor season.

See you there!
Blake
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« Reply #43 on: September 20, 2020, 09:13:44 PM »
Another Great Club Race!
Thanks to all the local racers and Lower Mainland racers who joined us for some great racing today!  Setup and teardown were phenomenal once again, and racing was awesome in all classes.

One Final Race Day Sep 27
We are going to try for one final outdoor race next Sunday, September 27th.


Thanks,
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« Reply #44 on: September 21, 2020, 07:25:02 PM »
I will be there for the last race of the season
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Re: Summer Racing 2020
« Reply #45 on: September 26, 2020, 03:13:31 PM »
Club racing this Sunday September 27, 2020

The weather forecast for tomorrow (Sunday) looks decent.

Track setup will begin at 9:30am.  All racers are expected to help with track setup.

This will be the last race of the outdoor season.

See you there!
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« Reply #46 on: September 26, 2020, 03:45:52 PM »
I will be there. Gonna try to get Alex to come too
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« Reply #47 on: September 28, 2020, 02:14:40 PM »
Great Final Summer Club Race!
Thanks to all the racers who joined us for our final summer club race yesterday!  Summer 2020 saw IROCC have its best summer race season in many years with lots of new faces, and lots of great racing.

As usual, race results for the entire season can be found here: https://www.irocc.ca/index.php?topic=4840.0

We now move indoors for our first race night on Saturday October 10th, 4:00pm at the Eagle Ridge Community Center Dry Arena in Langford.

Thanks,
Blake

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« Reply #48 on: September 28, 2020, 02:24:48 PM »
looking forward to it. Will be nice to have a big track again!
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