Perfect conditions saw track lap records and race records tumble in all classes today. Including some monster times in 13.5 Class with best lap times coming in under 16 seconds for Scott (15.901) and Jamie (15.906) who were close in … Continued
We’d like to take credit for coming up with the new logo but we can’t. Tony McMahon from Clouded House volunteered his time and professionalism to this and we think it’s pretty clear how talented he is. Tony’s company; Clouded … Continued
Notice anything different with the website today? Or our Facebook logo? Or WhatsApp Group logo? We’ve finally decided on a new logo and colour scheme for the club. Of all the options we put forward on our web site Voting … Continued
The current logo has served us well. The committee has done a lot of work in reshaping the club this year though and think it may be fitting to rebrand to really align with our vision of a bright and … Continued
Great conditions for round 2 racing of the Summer 19 series saw the track lap and track race time records smashed in the 21.5 and R.A.B Hobbies Spec Class Series. You can check out the results directly from our race … Continued
The club is booming and re-invigorated coming in to the 2019 calendar year. Energy levels and enthusiasm is high and as such, we’ve been able to welcome a new addition to the team in Scott Rawlings. In addition to Scott, … Continued
First round of the new track was run and won yesterday and general feedback is the track flows really well and is fun to drive. Check out the times to beat over the next 5 months here !
We have been fortunate enough to have a strong sign-up to the Summer Spec Series sponsored by RAB Hobbies. As such, we have split the competition in to two distinct classes; a A Grade and B Grade distribution of cars. … Continued
The Summer Series Spec Competition this year consists of the awesome looking GT body provided by our competition sponsor RAB Hobbies. We’re so impressed with these bodies we thought it only fitting to run a series Concourse and leave it … Continued
With the new series due to kick off in just over two weeks time, we’ve made a few changes to the format for the coming Summer Series. GT’s all the way This series we will be using the Plan-GT bodies … Continued
Starting with the January 20th race meet, here is the track layout we will be using through to June. It’s a significant change here as it reflects an alteration to the track on the back straight and opens up even … Continued
We are kicking off 2019 with some housekeeping duties and have just published the Club’s Constitution to the website for all members to view. The purpose of this document is to provide information relevant to the structure, rules, objectives, roles … Continued
Unfortunately, with patchy weather stopping any points additions to the December race meet yesterday, we finished the Winter Series of Hearns Hobbies Spec Class and 21.5T with a bit of a fizzle. Regardless, the season on a whole was … Continued
Our committee is undergoing change and we have a vacancy to join a fresh and invigorated team to help drive our club forward. In order to see who is currently dedicated to our committee roles, check out our committee page … Continued
BORRCCC had a small contingent race at Geelong over the weekend within 21.5T and Spec Classes. Congratulations to Tim Forster for representing the club with victory in the 21.5T class. Unfortunately, we weren’t able to hold a podium position on … Continued
One thing we didn’t do quite so well this year was to cover the event in its entirety through photos. We were just too busy! We did manage to capture the presentation ceremony and all the podium placements though. You … Continued
Attached is our “near-final” entry list with registrations formally closing as of yesterday. We will accept late entries up until Wed 5pm when we input our race schedules and entrants in to our timing platforms in preparation for the weekend’s … Continued
Just a bit of a fun one for this morning. Here is a breakdown of those entered to date showing registrations by club and also a breakdown on manufacturer types. Always good for some light-hearted debate. We are undergoing our … Continued
We’re only a week and a bit out folks. We’re looking to close off entries at the end of the week so please get onboard now if you are still planning on participating!
For those attending the Classic in two weeks time, we have put together a bit of an Event Summary sheet for you. There is a bit going on in Bendigo the Classic weekend including school holidays and the Ocktoberfest on … Continued
With just over two weeks remaining until the Classic, we thought we’d provide you with a preview of the track layout we will be running for the event. Hope you all like it. And look forward to seeing you at … Continued
Today saw a great day of racing at BORRCCC. Nice spring weather weather saw track records in 21.5 for both lap and race times as well as a new race record in 13.5. No changes in Spec Class (on account … Continued
The Classic page has now been updated with current information regarding our generous sponsors and the event registrations. Go take a look and be sure to sign up if you intend on coming. We’ll be closing entries approximately one week … Continued
With only 32 days from Thursday’s open practice session for the Classic, here is an updated registration list. Keep those entries coming! You can register here.
We’ve added the scores for the 21.5T class to the championship leaderboard. Spec Class leaderboard will be updated soon. http://bendigorccarclub.com/race-day-3/leaderboard-2/
Slowly but surely, classes are starting to pad out. With just over 6 weeks to go, it’s time to get on-board folks! Registrations and payment are taken directly from our web site bendigorccarclub.com
Today saw an impressive 23 entries for a cold and miserable day. Round 1 didn’t see 13.5T class run but it did today, so race and lap records have been recorded for this class. In addition, we ran 12th scale … Continued
Last week we posted about an awesome addition to the Bendigo Classic raffle draw in the form of a donated custom-painted S Type body from Trigger Finger Designs. We neglected to mention that whilst Kayde from TFD is providing … Continued
Today, we’ve updated our website Calendar to incorporate our race meets with the greater Victoria-based club event calendar. This makes it easier to plan not only BORRCCC club days but also other club events too! The new calendar is available … Continued
Moving forward, we are cross-checking the payments for the Bendigo Classic bookings to ensure what is ordered directly reflects what is required by way of class bookings, control tires and their respective quantities. We urge everyone who makes a payment … Continued
In the lead up to the October Classic, we’re getting some awesome support from donors for prize draws at the event. The latest is a generous custom-designed paint job on an S Type body courtesy of the very talented Kayde … Continued
We’ve put a quick update to the list of entrants on to the website to reflect the registrations over the course of the week. Keep them coming all! Registrations and the list of entrants is available here. http://bendigorccarclub.com/bendigo-classic/
We’ve only just announced the opening of bookings for The Bendigo Classic over the weekend but are starting to get entries and interest in who has signed up already. As such, we’ll keep an ongoing list of entries on the … Continued
We are now taking registrations and payments for the Hearns Hobbies Bendigo Classic and Mini Nats Friday October 5th to Sunday 7th. Please check out our event details here with direct links to the registration page. Entries will be on … Continued
We’ve added a Photo Galleries section to the website! First gallery is of pics taken by our budding photographer Jon Theodorou at this year’s Vic Titles at Boronia. Be sure to check out Jon’s Photography page on Facebook here as his … Continued
After the first round on the new track layout, check out here to see the race and lap time record holders.
At the conclusion of week 1 of the Winter Series, we paid tribute to the winners of the Summer Series Spec Class. Congratulations again to Paul, Tim and Lyndon. You are now targets for the new series!
Tonight we’ve added a new entry in the Learner Section focusing on batteries. Do you know the optimal cell voltage to store your battery at? Or at what levels of internal resistance in your batteries indicates you probably need to … Continued
With only 3 weeks until the new series kicks off, the Spec class is filling fast. We are still taking entries but the field is now considerable so if you want to be part of the action, get in and … Continued
With the beginning of the Winter Series approaching, we have made some tweaks to the Spec class rules. Thanks to Wade for all the effort here in ensuring the class is consistent, fair and fun. You can review the revised … Continued
Well that was fun. Let’s do it again! The new series begins from the July race meet. Come join us and register your position in our Spec Class here!
Sunday June 24th saw the conclusion of the 2018 Summer Series for the first ever Spec Class – powered by Hobbywing and generously supported by Hearns Hobbies and Hobbywing. The club would like to thank Nic from Hearns Hobbies and … Continued
The final round has been run. The armoured vehicles have now left for a secret location with the day’s results. Our global auditing partner is now reviewing all results and tallying the numbers. Watch this space for the announcement … Continued
Today we had our Annual General Meeting open to all club members. This meeting agenda saw nominations and swearing on of a new committee for the next 12 month term. Before we get to the new committee, there are a … Continued
Leading in to the final round, the leaderboard for the Spec Class series has now been updated and posted. The race for that 3rd spot on the podium is a close one ! It’s going to go down to the … Continued
With only one round of the Summer Series remaining, it’s time to get ready for a new track layout. Yesterday saw a few members trying out some variations of a completely different track flow with hoses dragged and placed throughout … Continued
With only 1 round of our inaugural Spec Series remaining, we thought it only fitting to acknowledge one of the key reasons for such a successful competition; the support and assistance the club has received from Hobbywing. Not only did … Continued
Ok with 1 Round left in the Summer Series Spec class powered by Hobbywing and supported by Hearns Hobbies, entrants now being accepted for next series commencing in July on a brand new track layout – only change to this … Continued
Yesterday saw some significant times slashed across all 3 run classes; Spec, 21.5 & 13.5 as well as the all-time track lap record fall. Paul Edwards (Spec class), Baden McDonald (21.5) and Jamie O’Brien all saw their previous records tumble … Continued
Today we have expanded on the track section information to pay homage to the record holders of fastest lap and race times. For bragging rights of course! If you’re on the list, congratulations. If not, these are the drivers to … Continued
Today we’ve added some more information to the Race Day section in the form of historical track layouts. Historical starting “now” … but you have to start somewhere! Moving forward, any track layouts will be recorded and accessible here for … Continued
After our rain-out in March, the leaderboard is taking shape from the April double-points round!
Today marks the first race meet with our new live scoring system and we are live NOW! You can access the system in one of two ways: Via our website at http://bendigorccarclub.com/race-day-3/ Via the scoring system site directly at http://www.rcscoringpro.com/live/300/ … Continued
Today we introduce a new section to the website to act as a bit of a knowledge base for all things RC car related. It aims to provide everyone with information on key components relating to setup and theory as … Continued
In a couple of weeks a few of our members are heading down to Melbourne for the Vic titles. Boronia Radio Control Car Club will host on the 4th – 6th of May 2018. If you would like any further … Continued
Rain Wind and more Rain has left us with no other option other than scrap Round 3, after 2 poor weather cancellations in March followed by todays washout, it was decided Round 3 will not be ran ! However Spec … Continued
You win again Mother Nature. We’ll try again Sunday 29th which will offer double points in the Spec Class comp adding a bit more interest to the event! Hope to see you all there then.
Spec Class rules will be amended for the next series which will commence in July, The first change will be that Racers will now be able to supply their own approved motor; the Hobbywing JUSTOCK-3650SD-21.5T G2. Obviously motor modifications are … Continued
Any membership nominations received now will be valid until the 30th of June 2019, giving new signings 3 months free membership. Perfect time to jump on board and support the Bendigo Club. Click the here for all prices and membership … Continued
BORRCCC are proud to release our Bendigo Classic promotional flyer with our event sponsors: Hearns Hobbies Hobbywing PRO AMPS RC innovations We thank you all for your ongoing support of the club and the event!
Two weekends in a row now we’ve had to postpone the race meet due to inclement weather. Be sure to note the intent of running a catch-up March meet on Sunday 29th April in addition to the regularly scheduled April … Continued
The Spring 2018 edition of The Bendigo Magazine features an article on the BORRCCC with a great full page glossy photo of Lyndon, Theo and Garry. Grab yourself a copy of the magazine and bring it to the next … Continued
We are currently undergoing an update of our website to freshen up the content and provide a simplified way of getting around the information here. Our intent is to make this the most up-to-date and primary form of media for … Continued
Round 2 of the summer series was ran yesterday evening, with track records falling, some new “ old” racers back on the track and a photo shoot in the afternoon for an upcoming article in the Bendigo Magazine to run … Continued
WOW what a start to the 2018 year with our 1st meeting being held under lights for the 1st time at the Bendigo Track. Thank you to the committee members who worked throughout the week and last night to make … Continued