MSM Spec Slash Racing Series

Fun Racing, Low Cost, Great Competition, and Awesome Prizes! 

Recommended Traxxas Slash Models

Traxxas Model # 58024

Traxxas Model # 58034-1

Traxxas Model # 58014-4

Classes

Spec 3 (S3)

  • Beginner drivers only
  • Open practice
  • 3 rounds of qualifying
  • 10 cars per main 2 bumps

Spec 2 (S2)

  • Expert drivers 
  • Open Practice
  • 3 rounds of qualifying
  • 10 cars per main 2 bumps

Spec 1 (S1)

  • 10 teams, 2 drivers per team, 20 total drivers
  • Teams can have 1 reserve driver
  • 3 - 10 minute free practice sessions
  • 3 - 7 minute qualifiers (Fastest lap)
    • Q1 - 20 drivers top 15 move to Q2
    • Q2 - 15 drivers top 10 move to Q3
    • Q3 - 10 drivers set top 10 for the main
  • Drivers 11-20 will race heads up for the last 2 spots in the main
  • 12 drivers in the main top 10 drivers will be awarded points
  • Drivers points will go to the driver and the team. Constructors and drivers will be awarded at the end of the series

Rules

  • All cars will be inspected before and after every race
  • Any violations in rules will result in a disqualification for that practice round, qualifying round, or main
  • A driver can run both Spec 1 and Spec 2 classes
  • Spec 1 and Spec 2 drivers cannot run Spec 3
  • Top 3 race finishes will be counted (1 drop)
  • Tie breakers will be based on finals finish (Traxxas HQ December 10th)
  • Personal transponders are required. Transponder rentals will be available but limited. first come first serve.
  • Race infraction penalties can be enforced at anytime and at the discretion of the race steward. Penalties are but not limited to the following:
    • warning
    • +5 seconds to a race
    • -1 lap
    • grid penalties
    • ejection
  • Spec 1 teams must have an actual company sponsor. (Must have a DBA and conducting business) These companies will be promoted throughout the RC community as the series is active.

Slash Specifications

    • Brushed 2wd Traxxas Slashes ONLY
    • Approved electronics
      • Traxxas XL5 ESC (must keep a Traxxas connector)
        • 3018
      • Traxxas Titan 12t Motor
        • 3785
      • Traxxas TQ Transmitter Only (No TQi radios)
      • Traxxas TQ Receivers Only(No TQi receivers)
      • Traxxas Servo Part Numbers 
        • 2056
        • 2075
        • 2075R
        • 2075X
      • Metal servo gears permitted (2072X)
    • Traxxas durability upgrades permitted
      • Must be Traxxas brand parts
      • First 4 part numbers must match stock part number. 
        • For example, part number 2555 (stock rear arms) can be upgraded to 2555G (Green HD Arms)
      • Aluminum shock caps permitted (part# 3767)
    • Must use Traxxas Slash 2wd wheels and tires
      • S1 compounds are permitted * 
      • Any Traxxas Slash 2wd tread pattern permitted
    • Must use Traxxas Slash Body (No aftermarket bodies)
      • No body venting
    • Shock oil changes permitted *
    • Shock limiter permitted *
    • Stock servo saver/horn ONLY
    • 2S Lipo or 7 cell NIMH NO LIHV (LIHV allowed ONLY CHARGED TO 4.2v per cell)
    • 16t/23t pinions only (stock/optional both included in kits)
    • 90t/86t spurs only (stock/optional both included in kits)
    • NO TSM ALLOWED
    • NO CHANGES TO DIFFERENTIAL
*Only in Spec 1 and Spec 2 classes

Points System

Spec 2 / Spec 3

  • Top qualifier - 1 bonus point
  • 1st - 100 points
  • 2nd - 99 points
  • 3rd - 98 points
  • 4th - 97 points
  • ....

Spec 1

  • Fastest lap in main (must finish top 10) - 1 bonus point
  • 1st - 25 points
  • 2nd - 18 points
  • 3rd - 15 points
  • 4th - 12 points
  • 5th - 10 points
  • 6th - 8 points
  • 7th - 6 points
  • 8th - 4 points
  • 9th - 2 points
  • 10th - 1 points

 

Prizes

Spec 3 - RC Gear from Traxxas! Top drivers will be awarded at the end of the season however random prizes will be given away throughout the series. Win or lose you have a chance to snag some Traxxas products!

Spec 2 - Trophies will be award to the top 5 drivers at the end of the season.

Spec 1 - CASH CASH CASH!

Team payouts

1st - $1000

2nd - $750

3rd - $500

Drivers Payouts 

1st - $400

2nd - $300

3rd - $200