Modern Muscle Meltdown – Feb 27th Event Review and Footnote

I have been meaning to write up reviews for some time, but alas at times things get away. I hope members find this review helpful.

Modern Muscle Meltdown - Event Review      by Marc D - CutRock'R

This was the first event to be held at the new Boomtown Raceway 4 Lane Track. The inspiration for the track and timing/speed came from DCR. DCR had a famous 4 lane track set up, running monthly drag races for several categories of cars. For diehard drag racers, this was a must watch, or must compete in type event. The top builders at that time all competed there. DCR also had some great “tips and tricks” videos, well worth seeking out on a rainy youtube day.

Boomtown Raceway is operated by Thomas Filipiak of the LCDRL. (Low Country Diecast Racing League) Himself a great builder, and proven event organizer. To construct his vision, meant the decommissioning of Boomtown Speedway. A sad moment for many of us, as he ran the Street Stock Series there, what a fantastic event that was, complete with great production and editing! (Again well worth watching the whole Series on a rainy day!!)

And so Thomas (no doubt with assistance from Keith and families) set about his new 4 lane venture, also recreating the results screen (ala DCR) with Top Speed achieved and time, place for each car! Great backdrop diorama to boot! Well done.

Entering: Entering was easy. Advertised on RLD, as well as the LCDRL FB site. (A useful site to join). There was no restriction on number of entrants. This has been a big issue for me for many events, as by the time I see some events down under, they are full up. The other well planned part of the event, was that there was a great “lead in time” , so plenty of time to find cars, test cars, and for me, to allow 1 month for the post to get there. (Though of late post times seem to be getting more reliable.)

Cost: Yes, many events now days have a cost attached. My advice is to do “due diligence” and evaluate “Bang for Buck”. What does that mean? Ask around, is the event organiser reputable? Do they send cars back in a timely manner, or at all? Do they run events on time? Do they answer emails or messages? How are the cars treated and track maintained? “Bang for Buck” ie How many runs will I get, what does the organiser offer, etc. Ask around.

From previous experience with both Thomas and Keith, entering this event was a no brainer. The quality of the event, fantastic trophies, and cars returned in almost as good a condition as they left. Usually they forward my return cars to my US Logistics Manager, but having won a round of the Street Stock Series they sent the trophy and cars directly to me. I was astounded, first class! So yes, $5 a car entry, and I think the US cost to return cars (US) was $10. I cant comment on US post costs, as you seem to have a far more complex internal mail system than Australia.

Around 77 cars started the event, and over 80 when late arrivals are considered. An epic task to race off, film, edit, post up etc. My understanding, a complete day of just racing, The racing was conducted close to posted schedule. Tick. And edited / posted up in daily “nice size bite” installments. However I’m sure the boys have looked back learned what works best, or what could be done better etc, as any great organiser does! As someone who enjoys watching, I enjoyed the epic journey. It was also a nice touch when the late arrivals got a video run for themselves on the track. Tick. Results were also posted on LCDRL FB site.

Post Event: My cars overall ran a stellar event, also taking out the Champion Car. Well, a huge box arrived the other day, complete with a near two foot trophy, and a magnificent printed aluminium plaque. My cars were also in the box, looking in great condition. A quick test run, and all are great, a testament that they were well looked after! (I will do an analysis vid in time.) So cars and trophy returned in a timely manner. Tick.

Overall, I can thoroughly recommend a LCDRL Event! Many thanks to Thomas! Their next Event is at Flips Strip, the 31-35gm Championship, within the next couple of weeks. Check out the RLD Calendar!

Thanks all,

Footnote: I just wish to thank (hug) all those that have reached out to me through a very difficult time here. I tragically lost my 28yo son on Valentines Day, he is yet to be put to rest, sighs. There are no words….. Take care all, Marc D