Getting Started
New to RC Racing?
Never raced before? No problem. Here's everything you need to know to get started at SHORRCCC, from your first lap to your first trophy.
Do I need my own RC car?
No. For your first go you can hire a club rental truck and a transponder for the day, so you can try racing without buying any gear. The club has rental trucks ($30 for the day) and transponders ($10 for the day), just message us in advance to reserve one. Once you're hooked and ready to race regularly, you can buy your own car and tune it to suit your driving style.
Which cars are suitable for SHORRCCC?
Tamiya is a popular choice for the Vintage class, where classic models like the Fire Dragon are welcome. For the modern classes, we race 1/10th scale off-road buggies and trucks, and good platforms include Schumacher, Team Associated, XRAY, Traxxas and Hobao. Talk to us before you buy, we'll point you to something competitive in the class you want to run that won't break the budget.
How much does my first race cost?
Your first race day isn't free, but it's very affordable. As a non-member, adult entry for your first car is $15 and junior entry is $10. If you're hiring gear, add $30 for a rental truck and $10 for a transponder. Annual membership ($40 adult / $15 junior) gives you discounted entry every race day after that. See the Prices page for the full, current breakdown.
What happens on race day?
We race every 3rd Sunday of the month at Yerrinbool Oval. Gates open at 9:00 AM for setup and practice, with racing kicking off at 10:00 AM after a drivers' meeting. Each class runs rounds of qualifying followed by finals, with a break for lunch at the canteen. Bring a camp table and chair to make yourself comfortable, and a portable power board if you have one. Don't worry, we'll walk you through it all on the day.
Can I come and watch for free?
Absolutely. Spectators are always welcome at no charge. Come along on any race day, find a spot on the driver's stand or along the fence, and watch the action. Bring a chair, a hat and some sunscreen, the canteen has food and drinks if you get peckish.
How do I get help setting up my car?
Just ask. RC racers love tinkering, and our members are genuinely happy to help newcomers with setup, gear ratios, tyre choice and tuning. Turn up to a race day or practice session with your car, or reach out on our Facebook page beforehand and someone will guide you through it.
Ready to Give It a Go?
Come along to our next race day and introduce yourself. We'd love to meet you and help you take your first steps into RC racing.