The RLD Bare-ass Minimum Guides, free download
Print, fold, and share!
Download the Redline Derby Racing Bare-ass Minimum Guides for competitive diecast racing. Three small zines that highlight the basics of diecast racing for folks interested in or new to the hobby.
Three fold-it-yourself books are included:
- Introduction to competitive diecast racing
- How to start modifying diecast cars
- Basics of track building
All 3 books are included in the PDF download above. Each guidebook is printed on a single sheet of paper and then folded up into a tiny book. Instructions for printing and folding are included.
Pass 'em out!
If you go to meetups, conventions, or other in-person events and care to hand these out, please feel free! And if you'd like to have your club logo and name added to them for a little personalization, please contact me and we'll work something out.
The origin story
I originally made these to be handed out at a live racing & collector event. I thought it would be a cheap, easy, and fun way to spread the word about the diecast racing hobby to folks that already loved Hot Wheels but maybe didn't know much about our niche. And of course, it's also a business card for Redline Derby.
I used to make these little zine books with my kid when she was younger. They're easy to make and short, so she was encouraged to draw and write little stories in them...and if it works for the kids, it'll work for everyone. Plus, it's a little punk rock, which I dig.
Honestly, zines like this are a great thing to pass out as it's more than just a business card by giving them something more "useful" to take home. I encourage you to make some for your own club touting the joys of the hobby while promoting your efforts...it's a fun and easy craft!
I loved the DIY punk zines in the '90s. My brother created his own for a while called "It Gives Me the Creeps," and I wish I saved some. I'm looking forward to reading these Die-Cast zines because I need a refresher for my brain.