Shippensburg Pa Track

[RCCARTMAN]

I am building a track in Shippensburg, PA and I am in need of some imput. It is a banked clay oval / offroad track. The area designated for the track is 85 feet by 160 feet. I have 1,200 tons of clay so far for the development of the track. I bought a JCB Backhoe loader for moving the clay around, and for putting a 100 by 200 foot steel building over the track for year round racing by winter 2006. I am interested in your opinions about what jumping sections are the most popular with offroad guys. Also I built a drivers stand that has a 6.5' platform. I am just stumped on how to make this track a successful track that wont be closed in 2 years. My last tracks were indoor and outdoor onroad tracks and they didn't fare out well. Any suggestions, or anyone in the area interested in helping on making this track work. Thanks

[RCCARTMAN]

I have a bunch of 1/8 scale buggy guys come by today to give input on the track. So far I have about a dozen of possible racers. It looks like this spring I may be able to get the races going, especially since I bought my AMB unit. A couple of excavation companies are giving me quotes for grading and rolling the track. Still need more input so please, any info is helpful... What would you like at your local tracks? Thanks

[RCCARTMAN]

WOW, is there no one in my area?... or just no one interested in helping?

[RCCARTMAN]

Help anyone. I am looking for someone with experience to run the races. I have the new AMB Lap counting system. Please call my shop or message me. (717)530-5200. We will be racing Saturday and Sunday this year.

[RCCARTMAN]

I am now looking for someone interested in running the races...someone with experience. Any interested persons please call, email or message me. The store phone number is (717)530-5200 thanks

[RCCARTMAN]

looking for racers calling any racers anyone out there

[gpg28]

What classes are you planing on runing at the track? Me and a buddy run mod buggy at pit stop hobbies in mt joy and we are looking to run at another track this year.We are also geting into 1/8 scale nitro buggies this year.I live in Spring Grove pa.Shouldn't be to bad of a haul for us.

[gpg28]

Also what day are you planing on runing oval and which day for offroad?

[RCCARTMAN]

So far our plan is to run offroad Saturday and Oval Sunday, but the oval is up in the air, because no one will commit to the oval racing. We will try oval on Sundays for a month and if no one show or not enough show up we will race offroad both days. I am hopeful that we can have 2 good race days no matter what people race. If we have the oval we will race all types of vehicles on the oval, as all types for the offroad. Sorry for the delay to respond. We will be running nitro, gas (1/6 scale), and electric powered vehicles... we will also accomodate every type of vehicle regardless of engine size, and multiple speed transmission. We are about 30 minutes from Hanover, PA. Hope that was helpful. Keep checking my website for updates, and register for emailed updates. www.garlandsrccarland.com (http://www.garlandsrccarland.com)

[RCCARTMAN]

I have a forum now http://www.garlandsrccarland.com/forum We are still looking someone to operate our Lap Counting System.

[RCCARTMAN]

We are racing on Fathers Day. We hope to see some 1/8 Buggies, Monsters, 1/10 Electric and Nitro Trucks and Buggies, as well as some 1/6 scale to get the class rolling. Anybody with a BAJA 5B come on out against the FG... lets see what you've got?

[RCCARTMAN]

Heres is a photo of the track before we add the table top, cross section, step downs, and kickers.

[RCCARTMAN]

It is hard to get the entire track in the photo and due any justice to the ever improving conditions.

[RCCARTMAN]

VISIT my forum! G's Forum (http://www.garlandsrccarland.com/forum) I need some input on ways to gets racers to show. Thanks

[RCCARTMAN]

I am looking for some help with the track setup. ANYONE interested. We want the track to have an immense kick hip for major speed increase. Whoooosh

[RCCARTMAN]

IS ANY HERE IN PA interested in some offroad racing. I just don't get it... I can't get good turn out for racing, or responses or even any interest. Maybe if I list this thread as ALTOONA people will respond haha

[RCCARTMAN]

Any central PA tracks want to run a circuit ... let me know. I will do an oval or offroad circuit. Thanks

[RCCARTMAN]

Racing has been pretty pathetic. I am probably going to take on a partner (financial or working) to put up the East Coasts Largest INDOOR GAS POWERED READY R/C TRACK. I see other tracks suceeding and I try to promote my track, but no improvements on turnouts. I mean as far as I know I have the largest Banked OVAL/OFFROAD track within 100 miles (160' by 85'). I treat my customers as good as I can, still no loyalty or interest. Before having a store of my own, I bought from other shops and was treated pretty crappy at some shops. I tried to give my business to shops that were decent to their customer base. Well who knows what this business has in store for me, but it is very rough now. People think that shops make a bunch of money on vehicles sales... not the case. I can't even get responses on a forum, that derives from a National Publication based on RADIO CONTROLLED VEHICLES... SAD... but I will keep trying until something gives.

[RCCARTMAN]

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[spazz01]

hey garland think we need some new pics of the track with the table top and new layout. Ill try to come down in the am before the boys game L8er Gary

[RCCARTMAN]

cool thanks gary

[Brian23]

if i lived around there id be there. Thats a nice lookling track

[RCCARTMAN]

Thanks. Its good to get some feedback.

[RCCARTMAN]

Gary when are you gonna race?

[jdw206]

I gotta say that place looks awesome. If I can move back to pa i will have to make some trips up there...very nice looking track

[spazz01]

was planing on racing sun. if the weather holds out

[RCCARTMAN]

Thanks JDW if you are ever in the area we'd love to have new faces to spread the word. The track was perfect today. The rain stopped b4 10 am and only 1 person showed up in time to sign up. We had about 8 people practicing today. Very Sad.

[RCCARTMAN]

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[RCCARTMAN]

some newer photos

[RCCARTMAN]

Rain Rain Go away so I can work on my track saturday

[RCCARTMAN]

couple of racing photos

[RCCARTMAN]

So much rain

[RCCARTMAN]

Crazy Suicidal Jumper At The Track Last Sunday

[RCCARTMAN]

We are making plans for our next race season... Any suggestions? We are planning to start a club also.

[wvrednek]

Crazy Suicidal Jumper At The Track Last Sunday

where in the world wz the ramp/ speed strip?

[tulz43]

I hope to come up this wednesday from Gettysburg...the weather is looking great. What kind of shape is the track in right now?

[RCCARTMAN]

The jump is at the end of a 200+ft strip for speed. The track is a bit wet right now due the snow finally melting, but it may be nice this weekend however we may be adding on to the track.
Also here is a tenative race schedule for the 2007 Season:

April 28, 2007 Opening Day, Exhibition Race, Offroad
April 29, 2007 Opening Day, Exhibition Race, Oval
May 05, 2007 First Points Race Oval
May 06, 2007 First Points Race Offroad
May 12, 2007 Exhibition Race, Oval
May 13, 2007 Exhibition Race, Offroad
May 19, 2007 Points Race Oval
May 20, 2007 Points Race Offroad l
May 26, 2007 Exhibition Race Oval
May 27, 2007 Exhibition Race Offroad
June 02, 2007 Exhibition Race Oval
June 03, 2007 Exhibition Race Offroad
June 09, 2007 Points Race Oval
June 10, 2007 Points Race Offroad
June 16, 2007 Exhibition Race Oval
June 17, 2007 Exhibition Race Offroad
June 23, 2007 Points Race Oval
June 24, 2007 Points Race Offroad
June 30, 2007 Points Race Oval
July 01, 2007 Points Race Offroad
July 07, 2007 Exhibition Race Oval
July 08, 2007 Exhibition Race Offroad
July 14, 2007 Points Race Oval
July 15, 2007 Points Race Offroad
July 21, 2007 Points Race Oval
July 22, 2007 Points Race Offroad
July 28, 2007 Exhibition Race Oval
July 29, 2007 Exhibition Race Offroad
August 04, 2007 Points Race Oval
August 05, 2007 Points Race Offroad
August 11, 2007 Points Race Oval
August 12, 2007 Points Race Offroad
August 18, 2007 Points Race Oval
August 19, 2007 Points Race Offroad
August 25, 2007 Points Race Oval
August 26, 2007 Points Race Offroad
September 01, 2007 Exhibition Race Oval
September 02, 2007 Exhibition Race Offroad l
September 08, 2007 Points Race Oval
September 09, 2007 Points Race Offroad
September 15, 2007 Exhibition Race Oval
September 16, 2007 Exhibition Race Offroad
September 22, 2007 Exhibition Race Oval
September 23, 2007 Exhibition Race Offroad
September 29, 2007 Points Race Oval
September 30, 2007 Points Race Offroad
October 06, 2007 Points Race Oval
October 07, 2007 Points Race Offroad
October 13, 2007 Exhibition Race Oval
October 14, 2007 Exhibition Race Offroad
October 20, 2007 Points Race Oval
October 21, 2007 Points Race Offroad
October 27, 2007 Points Race Oval
October 28, 2007 Points Race Offroad
November 03, 2007 Exhibition Race Oval
November 04, 2007 Exhibition Race Offroad
November 10, 2007 Trophy Day Exhibition Race Oval
November 11, 2007 Trophy Day Exhibition Race Offroad
November 17, 2007 Exhibition Race Oval
November 18, 2007 Exhibition Race Offroad
November 24, 2007 Exhibition Race Oval
November 25, 2007 Exhibition Race Offroad

[RCCARTMAN]

The reason I say tenative is because our club members are going to vote this weekend to decide if OVAL is on Saturdays, and OFFROAD will be held on Sundays... or vice-versa. If anyone has any materials, tools, lumber, clay etc. to donate or wants to help build the track up let us know. Garland

[RCCARTMAN]

some more current track pics

[RCCARTMAN]

Saturday Racing is likely to be held off until Sunday due to a downpour of rain at 3 am. If the showers hold off Saturday there may be a chance for afternoon practice, but as far as racing it is unlikely. The track is very tacky and saturated, and should make for perfect race conditions tomorrow... if the rain holds off for the rest of the day. Make up racing will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, and we will know if the make up race day is a possibility by 10:30 am Sunday Morning. Stop in or call. Registration for The race shall begin at 11 am and end at 12:30 p.m.. Thanks, and lets hope for clear skies. Garland

[RCCARTMAN]

Races were fun today... Thanks for coming out and we hope to see you again soon.

[RCCARTMAN]

The first half of the OVAL RACE Season Cancelled due to lack of attendance. If you are interested in keeping the second half available please come in and sign up, otherwise we will have 2 days of offroad racing. Thanks Garland

[T-Maxxahol]

Garland its Rob My girlfriend and I had come down to practice on sunday.. I just wanted to let you know we had such a good time and liked the lay out so much we will be back down this sunday for the races..
Guys I am bringing my camera and will get some shots..
This is a great track.. some good elevation changes,, and some definate driving options.. as far as picking lines.. but still is easy for a beginer to run.. My G/F was out with her 2nd time on a track and loved it..
See you soon..

[RCCARTMAN]

Cool hopefully we will have an increase in our turn out soon. We look forward to seeing many new faces and returning faces.

[RCCARTMAN]

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[RCCARTMAN]

Sign up now to race with these folks


Entry list

1/8 Truggy expert
1 George Randall 8T
2 Gary Lutz CRT
3 Allen Francis Ofna CRT Pro
4 Rob Regal CEN TR Arena Pro
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1/8 Truggy Intermediate
1 Garland Smith HB Lightning Stadium Pro
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1/8 Monster Truck
1 Aaron Walker MGT4.6
2 Garland Smith Savage Limited Edition
3 Fred Munson Monster GT 4.6
4 Steve Van Metre Unlimited Engineering SuperMAXX 5.2
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1/8 Buggy Expert
1 George Randall 8B
2 Barry Senior 8B
3 Gary Lutz X1CR
4 Allen Francis TTR EB4s3Pro
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1/8 Buggy Intermediate
1 Robbie Carbaugh RD Sho
2 Channing Nenninger 8B
3 Garland Smith FT X1CR
4 Ben Coleman HB Lightning Pro2
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1/5 Gas Truck
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1/5 Gas Buggy
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1/6 Gas Buggy
1 Robert Wright Firehammer
2 Garland Smith FG Marder
3 Adam Strausner Traxxas Monster Buggy
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1/6 Gas Truck
1 Garland Smith FG Bigfoot
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Large Scale entries may be combined or seperated based on total entries, skill levels, scales, etc.

[jon_570]

how far is this place from Blairsville, PA??

[RCCARTMAN]

it is about 2 1/2 hrs away. I am sorry for responding so late, but for some reason I am not getting any alerts on replies to my forums. If you have any questions email me or call the shop (717)5305200

[bob1961]

anything going for 2008....i'm looking for decent tracks to go to....i'm up in the northeast part of the state in pike county east of scranton/wilkes barre area....ever think bout when you were making your track to make it like the C.O.R.R. tracks you see them trucks running on....sorta like the daytona of dirt tracks....i'll be getting a collection of trucks come spring time and youe not that far for me to drive down there......................bob

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[RCCARTMAN]

This year we have 2 tracks a clay oval and a clay offroad track. Racing is starting later this year due to the excessive rain we have had. It has held up track development. Pics will be available soon, and so will out website. thanks and I apologize for taking so long to respond. If you have any questions feel free to call (717)530-5200 or email me. Thanks again

[RCCARTMAN]

here are a couple of pics of our 2008 progress... stop raining so we can get racing.

[RCCARTMAN]

oval track in progress

[GSRCRACEWAY]

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[GSRCRACEWAY]

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