R-Lo's Rad Rail Raceoff [closed]

This is a small closed event by invitation only. R-Lo wanted to have a "train-over-train" event on Shavano Mountain Raceway. The time has come!  Only diecast model allowed to race is the Hotwheels West Coast Flyer.

The 8 participants are:
1. R-Lo (R-Lo Racing)
2. Mr. Darq (Dubious Diecast)
3. Xavier (Diecast Show Customs)
4. Craigster Sr. (Hot Nuts)
5. James Ironbeard (IBC)
6. Chris Kester (ICT-DRL)
7. Sam Haul (DRT3K)
8. Jay-bo (Dog Squab Racing)

Rules & restrictions

• Modified entries only
• 55g maximum weight
• Hotwheels West Coast Flyer only
• Limit 1 entries per household
• ANY retail axles and wheels. FTE/NPA axles allowed.
• Dry lube only (silicone allowed)
• Your West Coast Flyer must be painted in your tradition team color(s) and logo.  Numbers not required.

Dates & deadlines

All entries must be received by the host before Friday, 8/1/2025. Racing is scheduled for Saturday, 8/2/2025. Results will be posted on or after that date as is convenient for the host.

How to enter

Send your entry to:
Gravity Throttle Racing
2420 N. Longwood Cir.
Wichita, KS. 67226

Include at least $5.00 for return shipping if you want your entries back. Entries not getting returned will be given to the winner as part of the prize.

Include a Race Entry ID slip with your entry

Track

Racing will be on the Shavano Mountain Raceway. View track profile and specs

Race format and scoring

This will be a single-elimination tournament. Time trials will determine the seeding, 1 thru 8. Seeds 1/2/7/8 will race 8-rounds. The top 2 in scoring will move to the finals. Seeds 3/4/5/6 will race 8-rounds. The top 2 in scoring will move to the finals. The finals will be an 8-round race. There will be bonus point opportunities. TBD.

The car (ahem... TRAIN) that wins the final race will be declared the winner. Race host has final decision in all races.

Penalties/DNF

Trains are given a grace of 1g over the stated weight limit to account for variance in scales.

If a train fails or breaks, the host will contact the builder and attempt to reconcile the issue so they can continue racing. TBD whether or not this action disqualifies the builder from winning,

Prizes

Winner will receive a prize pack from J and J's Treasures Diecast store here in Wichita, KS. Exact prize TBD.