There are a number of factors affecting how successfully you pass.  Proper evaluation of the sections and hazards of the track, as well as of the drivers around you, is key to making safe, effective passes. Every driver is different, but there are universally accepted ideas about when you should and shouldn’t pass. 

More then anything, passing is about opportunity, and the driver’s ability to anticipate his speed and the speed of the surrounding vehicles.  Of course, this also has a great deal to do with the track—you’ll find some race tracks have numerous safe passing zones while in other it is next to impossible to get a clear pass. Watch for breaks especially when entering and exiting straight-aways, since these tends to be the time when racers are changing position and speed. Patience and awareness are as important in pulling off good passes and speed and reflexes.  When you’ve decided you want to pass, be sure to analyze the person’s postion, acceleration and the track around you before you move. Avoid passing in hairpin turns and on the track’s fast sections, and be sure that your pass doesn’t put you in poor position for the next turns. 

And the Most Important Rule of All…

When you’re racing (or even just practicing) keep fair play and good sportsmanship in mind at all times.  Every competitor puts equal amounts of painstaking time and energy into their models, so respect the parts and competition space of others at all times.  Crashes and flameouts can be harrowing and awful—but in the event of such an accident, it is important to try and minimize damage to other cars.  Any disputes over times, technical requirements or race rules should be brought to the race officials’ attention immediately.  Decisions made by race organizers are usually final, and should be respected.

Just remember everyone is there to have fun- so treat the other drivers fairly and don’t forget to enjoy the race!
Start Your Engines

From the smoke of the nitro car to the speed of the electric RC, there are few hobbies as interesting and rewarding as the world of RC vehicles.  By choosing your first few models carefully and appropriately according to your experience, you ensure your own success and continuation.

Suitable for kids of all ages, RC’s are a particularly great hobby for children who love to tinker with things, who have an interest in cars or who enjoy good competition.  They’re great building projects for rainy days, and an absolute blast to race and run outside in the sunshine.