Did you ever play with remote control cars when you were little? Remember all the fun you had driving that car around the neighborhood, hopping cracks in the sidewalk and terrorizing the neighbor's cat?
Well, today, recapturing that child hood spirit is not that faraway. There are many places and people that are now highly involved in rc cars. The age realm is huge from the young to the old, there are rc car clubs that have tournaments, shows and more. Many cities are now getting into the action sponsoring these fast little road demons. Tracks are being made in back yards chasing down dogs and cats.
It is not difficult at all to get started. The first thing you should do is check your local hobby shop or electronics store that specializes in RC cars. They should have information about what clubs are available in your town. Take a stroll down to the shop and see if there are any events planned near you.
When you are first getting your feet wet, most hobbyists recommend that you start with a used RC car. This gives you a cheap way to learn about driving the car and may give you an extra project to do as well. You may be wondering, what project? RC cars are just like real cars and when you purchase a used one many times you have work to do on them. On the other hand, you may just want to spruce it up, better body, hop up the engine or change the tires!
Used cars are more fun because they take the worry out of the learning process. You will have the freedom to make mistakes because messing the car up is the least of your worries! Once you are comfortable with driving, fixing and showing your car, it is time to move on to a newer model. A brand new RC car is a major purchase and you will need to decide between battery and gasoline powered cars. If you are not quite sure which to choose check with a more experienced hobbyist for tips. They can give you the low down on each type of car and making choosing an informed decision and not guess work. Practice, practice and then practice some more, check out the local track as often as you can.
Be sure to get out to the tracks that are available as much as possible, by doing so, you can get a feel for what the rc world has to offer. There are competitions across the nation, rc car clubs and much more. Once the bug bites you, you will be amazed at what is just at your fingertips.
If you feel a little overwhelmed about getting started, there are lots of reading materials now available for the rc car hobbyist. You can find not only different sites that sell many different cars but, there are magazines that you can get and even books. Check your local library to see what they have available as well.
Now if you are more adventurous, jump in with both feet and hang on for a fun ride, you will be amazed at the world of rc cars and what it has to offer. Who knows you and your car may be the next champions for your city in the rc field.
Well, today, recapturing that child hood spirit is not that faraway. There are many places and people that are now highly involved in rc cars. The age realm is huge from the young to the old, there are rc car clubs that have tournaments, shows and more. Many cities are now getting into the action sponsoring these fast little road demons. Tracks are being made in back yards chasing down dogs and cats.
It is not difficult at all to get started. The first thing you should do is check your local hobby shop or electronics store that specializes in RC cars. They should have information about what clubs are available in your town. Take a stroll down to the shop and see if there are any events planned near you.
When you are first getting your feet wet, most hobbyists recommend that you start with a used RC car. This gives you a cheap way to learn about driving the car and may give you an extra project to do as well. You may be wondering, what project? RC cars are just like real cars and when you purchase a used one many times you have work to do on them. On the other hand, you may just want to spruce it up, better body, hop up the engine or change the tires!
Used cars are more fun because they take the worry out of the learning process. You will have the freedom to make mistakes because messing the car up is the least of your worries! Once you are comfortable with driving, fixing and showing your car, it is time to move on to a newer model. A brand new RC car is a major purchase and you will need to decide between battery and gasoline powered cars. If you are not quite sure which to choose check with a more experienced hobbyist for tips. They can give you the low down on each type of car and making choosing an informed decision and not guess work. Practice, practice and then practice some more, check out the local track as often as you can.
Be sure to get out to the tracks that are available as much as possible, by doing so, you can get a feel for what the rc world has to offer. There are competitions across the nation, rc car clubs and much more. Once the bug bites you, you will be amazed at what is just at your fingertips.
If you feel a little overwhelmed about getting started, there are lots of reading materials now available for the rc car hobbyist. You can find not only different sites that sell many different cars but, there are magazines that you can get and even books. Check your local library to see what they have available as well.
Now if you are more adventurous, jump in with both feet and hang on for a fun ride, you will be amazed at the world of rc cars and what it has to offer. Who knows you and your car may be the next champions for your city in the rc field.
About the Author:
Paul has been modifying and racing many a nitro rc car for 10+ years. Learn more about them and electric rc cars by visiting his blog.