Winter Points Series and Holiday Schedule

Here is the schedule for our winter points series for Sundays.

Carpet Oval Sunday Series

Nov 15th
Dec 6th
Jan 3rd
Feb 7th
Mar 7th
Apr 18th

No onroad racing on these Sundays, but we invite our onroad racers to join us and try turning left only. If we get at least 3 of any onroad class we'll run that class on the oval.

Pan car rules per BRL plus 17.5 Sportsman truck per TOUR rules. Losi Slider and Losi Mini Late Model Classes per Fastlane rules.

Carpet Onroad Sunday Series

Nov 22nd
Dec 20th
Jan 10th
Feb 21st
Mar 21st
Apr 11th

Classes are 13.5 12th scale, 17.5 TC, 13.5 TC, Sportsman TC, VTA, Tamiya Mini, and 18th scale 4WD.

Trophies will be awarded in all classes (oval and onroad) where at least 4 different drivers scored points in at least 3 of the scheduled events. Points will be calculated based on a driver's best 4 finishes out of the 6 dates.

We will be closed on Friday, Christmas Day, December 25th. We will be open on Saturday, Dec 26th for off road racing and on Sunday, Dec 27th for carpet on road.

(sticky) Nov 29th, 2009 (11:40 AM)

Losi Mini Late Model Class Rules Update

This is an update to reflect the evolution of this class over the last year. The intent is still to keep costs for a competitive car under control. Our "house" Late Model class is essentially a stock class allowing only normal tuning and upgrades designed to limit breakage or maintenance costs. If 3 or more racers show up with cars with more modifications we are willing to run them together in their own class.

Stock Losi Mini Late Model - run "out of the box" with the following allowable changes:

- Changes to springs / shock oil / spring spacers / internal limiters. Losi Aluminum shocks are permitted.

- Adjustments to toe & camber. If a racer wants to upgrade to the Losi titanium link set / heavy duty ball cups to minimize breakage, we permit it but don't encourage it. The use of aftermarket steering bellcranks / links is permitted.

- Any Losi tire / wheel combination made for Mini Slider or Mini Late Model

- 6 cell NiMH batteries only. Maximum 1600 mAhr

- Stock motors. Brushes & springs may be replaced. Due to the need to replace the stock motor frequently we have decided to allow the use of the Mamba 4200 KV brushless motor with the Mamba 25 or Mamba Sidewinder Micro ESC. We've tested this combination against stock motors and found the speeds to be comparable. So an upgrade to the Mamba should not be necessary in order to run competitive times.

- Stock differential (shimming allowed) or Losi Ball diff (PN LOSB1125)

- Electronics: Any brushed ESC, servo or receiver may be used. Any compatible radio may be used.

- The pinion / spur gear may be replaced to alter the gear ratio.

- Losi and McAllister Late Model bodies and McAllister COT bodies intended for use on the Losi Late Model may be used.

- Fasteners may be replaced with alternates of same size

(sticky) Jul 22nd, 2009 (9:42 AM)

Winter Points Series and Holiday Schedule

Nov 29th, 2009 (11:39 AM)

SUMMER IS SPECIAL AT FASTLANE

SUMMER SPECIALS at Fastlane Raceway

We’re going to try a few things this summer to stimulate interest in racing at Fastlane while also helping the racers economically. Starting right now:

- Racing on the carpet track, asphalt and soon to be completed dirt oval will be $15 for as many classes as you want to enter! Special events excluded.

- Every time you race on any track at Fastlane you’ll receive one entry into our End of Summer drawing. The more often you race, the greater your chances to win. First prize will be a $150 gift certificate for Fastlane, second prize a $100 certificate and third prize will be a $50 certificate. We’ll be working to add more prizes before the summer is over.

- We’ve started a new Customer Loyalty program. Be sure to ask for your card when you make a purchase. A completed card can be redeemed for your choice of $10 off your next purchase of $50 or more (that’s up to a 20% discount) or a $5 discount on 4 races on the carpet, asphalt or dirt oval tracks (a $20 value).

There's never been a better time to race or buy at Fastlane!

May 13th, 2009 (1:18 PM)

SUMMER RACE CALENDAR

Apr 1st, 2009 (9:55 AM)

SUMMER SCHEDULE

With the coming of warmer weather and outdoor racing, we're making some changes in our hours for the summer.

Beginning April 1st, our regular weekly schedule will be:

Sunday 10:30 AM – 6PM On Road carpet / asphalt racing begins @ 1*
Monday 5 – 9 PM Practice - off road & carpet on road
Tuesday 5 – 11 PM On Road carpet racing begins @ 7
Wednesday 5 – 11 PM Off Road Racing begins @ 7
Thursday 5 – 11 PM Carpet Oval Racing begins @ 7
Friday Closed
Saturday 10 AM- 6 PM Carpet or Dirt Oval Racing begins @ 1*

* see following detailed weekend schedule

We will be closed on Easter Sunday, Saturday April 25th and Sunday April 26th.

We will have carpet oval races on the following Saturdays:
April 18th
May 2nd and 16th
June 6th and 27th
July 11th
August 1st, 15th and 29th
October 10th

We will have dirt oval races on:
May 9th (tentative opening of dirt oval track)
June 13th and 20th
July 18th
August 8th and 22nd
September 12th and 26th
More dates may be added later and we may try to run dirt oval one night during the week if there is interest.

We will have asphalt on road racing on:
April 25th and 26th HOA Series opener at Kansas Speedway
May 31st
June 14th and 28th
July 19th
August 2nd, August 16th and August 30th
September 13th and 19th - 20th (HOA finals)

Mar 30th, 2009 (8:06 PM)

The NEW Fastlane Raceway is open

We're back! KC's finest RC racing facility is back in business with a full schedule of carpet on road and oval racing and the addition of dirt off road racing.

Our schedule is:

Sunday: 10AM - 5 PM (or when on road racing finishes)
Monday: 5 PM - 8 PM
Tuesday: 5 PM - 11 PM (or when on road racing finishes)
Wednesday: 5 PM - 11 PM (or when off road racing finishes)
Thursday: 5 PM - 11 PM (or when oval racing finishes)
Friday: Closed
Saturday: noon - 9 PM (or when off road racing finishes)

Thanks to everyone for their patience while we re-organized. We're looking forward to great times in the future.

Hope to see everyone soon.

Oct 28th, 2008 (10:53 PM)

Losi Late Model Rules Update

We're making some changes in our Late Model class rules. The intent is still to keep costs for a competitive car under control. Our "house" Late Model class is essentially a stock class allowing only normal tuning and upgrades designed to limit breakage or maintenance costs. If 3 or more racers show up with cars with more modifications we are willing to run them together in their own class. The changes from our previous rules are to allow Mamba 4200 KV motors, and some selected aluminum aftermarket upgrades.

Stock Losi Mini Late Model - run "out of the box" with the following allowable changes:

- Changes to springs / shock oil / spring spacers / internal limiters. Losi Aluminum shocks are permitted.

- Adjustments to toe & camber. If a racer wants to upgrade to the Losi titanium link set / heavy duty ball cups to minimize breakage, we permit it but don't encourage it. The use of aftermarket steering bellcranks / links is permitted.

- Any Losi tire / wheel combination made for Mini Slider or Mini Late Model (we've found the stock tires work well on the carpet right out of the box without needing CA or traction compound)

- 6 cell NiMH batteries only. Maximum 1400 mAhr

- Stock motors. Brushes & springs may be replaced. Due to the need to replace the stock motor frequently we have decided to allow the use of the Mamba 4200 KV brushless motor with the Mamba 25 or Mamba Sidewinder Micro ESC. We've tested this combination against stock motors and found the speeds to be comparable with the maximum gear ratio noted below.

- Stock differential (shimming allowed) or Losi Ball diff (PN LOSB1125)

- Electronics: Stock receiver, ESC and servo must be used. Any compatible radio may be used.

- The pinion / spur gear may be replaced to alter the gear ratio. If using the Mamba 4200 KV motor the spur gear must be 58T or larger and the pinion must be 22T or smaller.

- Stock body must be used but custom painted Losi clear bodies can be substituted for the RTR body.

- Fasteners may be replaced with alternates of same size

Please note that the motor rule change does not apply to the Summer Carpet Oval Series events. We don't feel it is right to change in the middle of a points series. So for these Saturday events, stock Losi motors must be used.

Aug 1st, 2008 (11:40 AM)

We're Cooler Than Ever

Just in time for the official start of Summer, Fastlane is now air conditioned! Come on out and race carpet on road or oval in air conditioned comfort at KC's finest RC facility.

Jun 23rd, 2008 (6:25 PM)

Losi Late Model Carpet Oval Class

Like many tracks, Fastlane depends on developing a flow of new racers. This is a challenge because the "start up" costs for many classes can be significant. One solution to this problem for carpet oval racing is a stock class for the new Team Losi 1/18th scale Mini Late Model. These cars run well on our carpet oval right out of the box. Add a couple extra batteries (and a fast charger if needed) to the Losi RTR package and you're racing. In order to keep costs for a competitive car under control, here are the rules we're following for the Losi Mini Late Model Stock Class:

Losi Mini Late Model - run "out of the box" with the following allowable changes:

- Changes to springs / shock oil / spring spacers / internal limiters
- Adjustments to toe & camber. If a racer wants to upgrade to the Losi titanium link set / heavy duty ball cups to minimize breakage, we permit it but don't encourage it.
- Any Losi tire / wheel combination made for Mini Slider or Mini Late Model (we've found the stock tires work well on the carpet right out of the box without needing CA or traction compound)
- 6 cell NiMH batteries only. Maximum 1400 mAhr
- Stock motors. Brushes & springs may be replaced.
- Stock differential (shimming allowed) or Losi Ball diff (PN LOSB1125)
- Electronics: Stock receiver, ESC and servo must be used. Any compatible radio may be used.
- The pinion / spur gear may be replaced to alter the gear ratio.
- Stock body must be used but custom painted Losi clear bodies can be substituted for the RTR body.
- Fasteners may be replaced with alternates of same size

We're open minded about an open, modified class for these cars if there is sufficient interest. Our policy is we'll create a class if 3 or more guys with similar cars show up and want to race. But we're committed to developing the stock, Mini Late Model class as a fun, affordable class where a new guy can start at a reasonable price and be as competitive as his (or her) driving skills allow. The majority of the guys who currently have cars and run at our place feel the same. So we can pretty much guarantee a turn out of stock Mini Late Models to run against when you come to Fastlane.

Jun 20th, 2008 (9:20 AM)

Fastlane Tamiya Mini Class Rules

The Tamiya Mini Class is becoming popular at Fastlane and it's time to publish the official Fastlane rules for the class. These rules are based on TCS rules as modified by the leading Mini racers in the KC area. These rules will be in effect for the upcoming Midwest Grand National On Road Race as well as weekly racing. As with any rules, Fastlane reserves the right to make changes at any time as it deems are in the best interests of competition.

Tamiya Mini Class Rules

Modifications in this class are very restricted. The intent is to create close, competitive and fun racing. Tamiya TCS rules apply except as specifically noted below.

Chassis: Tamiya M03 Chassis Only! Any variation of the M03 chassis is legal, including M03-M03M-M03L-M03R. MO4 Chassis are not permitted.

Option Parts: Tamiya parts only. No parts from other manufactures unless specified here. Any Tamiya Hop-Op Option and spare part allowed under TCS rules is acceptable as long as it is used in the way it was designed, and on the vehicle it was designed for. It is strictly forbidden to cut, mill or lighten the chassis. It is strictly forbidden to re-engineer or modify the car in any way other than with Tamiya Hop-Ups.

Electrical and electronics: Any connector or direct hard wiring of the motor and / or batteries is allowed. Any manufacturer's electronic speed control, radio equipment, servo saver, servo, antenna, antenna mount is permitted.

Miscellaneous hardware: Any manufacturer’s ball bearings are allowed. Screws and nuts may be replaced with those from other manufacturers. The use of thin shims to space out the slop or play in suspension arms, steering bell-cranks and wheel axles is permitted. Shimming the steering arms to reduce bump steer is also permissible. Any other alteration of the steering / suspension geometry of the car or its basic geometric design is not legal.

Batteries: Only Orion/Peak 3200 Lipos or UNMATCHED "Sport" style stick packs rated 3300 maHr or lower are allowed.

Motors: “Silver Can” box stock motors only. Old style Johnson, new style Johnson,
standard Mabuchi and non-shiny new style Johnson motors only. Any motor other than these will not be legal for races.
Tires and inserts: Inserts from any manufacturer are permitted. Any Tamiya tire designed to fit the "M" chassis is permitted as long as the tires and wheels conform to the scale look of the body and are no bigger than the Tamiya 60D tire. Running 26mm or 24 mm sedan wheels and tires is not allowed. The use of tires of different diameters on the front and rear of the car is not allowed (i.e. standard M chassis tires on the rear and M-chassis 60D's on the front).
Bodies: Any Tamiya body intended for the M chassis.

Any modification not specifically allowed above is prohibited. The Race Director retains the right to disqualify any car deemed to violate the letter or spirit of the rules of this class.