A $15 entry fee per car includes photos and video uploads of close-up photo session and one timed pass.  All entries are eligible for Top of class awards, Podium Awards, Special Awards Prizes.  Cars that pay the $25 entry are also eligible for Cash Payout.

Every car will be prepared and driven in the same way, by impartial event staff:

All cars will be run on a clean lane with tires as delivered, UNLESS Pit Crew Service is ordered (See below) and different tire and lane prep is specified.  

Track will be wiped with solvent to remove traction compound from start to 60-foot marker.  Some light glue may exist from 60-foot to finish line.

To ensure equal input for all cars, full power will be applied instantaneously via a large switch.  There will be no soft launches or variable timing of a trigger pull.  Reaction times and red lights are irrelevant, it is about what the car does!

Shutdown traction compound “glue” will be rolled off on paper after each pass.  “Glue” on chassis or body will not be removed to prevent possible damage from cleaning. 

If a car fails to stage due to guide transparency, we will black Sharpie the guide blade. 

If a car wheelies out of slot and does not record a time, crew will install weight if supplied and attempt one additional run.  

The best run will be recorded, then points assessed based on best Top Speed and ET in the class.

In event of two identical ET times or top Speeds, both cars will be given the lower place points plus .5 points. In the event of a 3 way tie, lower place plus .333 points.

Any car may be “re – inspected” by the tech director at any time.

All cars will be handled with great care. 

Self-destructing cars will make the highlight video, and their remains will be returned.  Be sure your tires are securely glued on!

Entrants may improve their chances of a top time with a $15 Pit Crew Service option:

Two additional passes with Pit Crew Service with the best results of all three runs recorded.  Entrant may specify tire asn track glue for first pass if desired.  Further changes such as gear ratio, tires or weights can be made for pass 2 and pass 3.  Entrants must supply all parts.  Print the following chart with your selections marked and include with parts in a clear plastic resealable bag. 

Download a printable version of the Pit Crew Checklist.

The race director may, at his discretion, override requested changes if it seems contrary to improving the car’s first pass performance.  For example, if the request is to remove weight on the second pass, but if the car was jumped out of the slot on the first run, weight may be added instead.

If any damage is observed, Pit Crew will attempt repair for a subsequent run. Final run damage will not be repaired. Cosmetic body damage will not be repaired.  Parts will be replaced only with spares the entrant has provided.  Spare gears are recommended as gear damage is the most common failure.  Spare tires or motors are a good idea too!  

Eliminator Option:

The event track has upgraded power to allow 1960’s cars with big motors to run on higher voltage as they did in “the Day”.  This also presents a challenge to the cars of today.  How much faster are they on 25 volts?

During the Eliminator event, modern motor classes will step up from the current standard of 16.4 volts to 25 volts.  Early motors (pre-Mabuchi) will step up from 25 volts to 36 volts.

Running at higher voltage does increase the possibility of damage to cars, but our testing has shown contemporary cars run about 20% faster with no damage at 25 volts.  We have had motor failures at 36 volts, so 36 volts is reserved for the heavy old-school motors.  If you are really brave and a written request to run your contemporary motor on 36 volts is sent with your Eliminator Checklist we will do so at no charge…  These will be considered “Record Attempts” or Kamikazee runs. 

If a car fails to stop before hitting the “pillow” at the end of the strip prior to an Elimination run, it will be dropped from the Elimination round and the Elimination fee refunded.  

Entrants selecting the $20 Eliminator round get Pit Crew for set-up changes and one additional pass for a winner take all Top Eliminator Award and Cash reward in each class.  Print and include the following chart and any required or spare parts with your entry.  Remember to select the Eliminator option in the online entry checkout.  

Download a printable Eliminator Pit Crew Checklist

This will be exciting!  Do you dare to enter?

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Track Tech: 
Our track for this event is Batesville Slot Car and Hobbies scale quarter mile. This is an excellent facility which holds weekly racing and frequent larger events including World Championship events drawing hundreds of entries and paying thousands of dollars in awards.  See their Facebook page.

• Slot width is 1/8″
• Braid is recessed .75mm (.030″) below track surface
• Slot depth is 9mm
• Track has Formica top
• 1/4″ wide braids

We have ample power per lane:

• Power supply 16.4 volt 100 Amperes with 50 Farrad capacitor
• Battery 25 volt 730 Amperes
• Battery 37.5 volt 365 Amperes
• Voltage will be carefully monitored to be consistent for all classes and especially within each class. Voltage will be measured at the braid unloaded, without cars on the track using accurate digital voltmeter to record the values.

27-foot shut down area is wired for brakes and has a generous application of 9 feet of Koford Light, followed by 9 feet of Koford Medium then 9 feet of Koford Heavy Shutdown Glue then a soft net and foam pad.

General rules for all classes

• Cars must meet all specification in the Class Chart.  Specifically; Body material, Motor type, Chassis type, Minimum weight, and Wheelie bars.   Cars that do not match these specifications will be moved to a more appropriate class or run as demonstration only – ineligible for awards.
• Cars are to be 1/24 or 1/25 scale except for Unlimited, Motorcycle. Just for fun and 1/32 classes.
• Maximum Car Dimensions:  Width:4” Height:7” Length from tip of guide to rearmost part:22”
• Any foam rear tires may be used.  Other tire materials may not decelerate adequately in shutdown glue.
• No part of the car may touch the track except tires, guide and braid.  If chassis is flexible, be sure it cannot cause track scraping or car may be disqualified.
• Cars will be run with braid pressed flat to guide.  We will check that braid is flat in case it has been disturbed in shipping.  If front wheels support car, and if drop arm is used, an up-stop or substantial weight is recommended to reduce braid arcing.  Cars that arc excessively or short circuit will be disqualified.
• Track sensors stage and read times based on the blade of the guide.  Guide blades must not be transparent and measure between ¼” or 6.5mm and 11/32” or 8.5mm into slot and at least ½” or 13mm long. Black plastic guides are recommended to prevent ‘No Time’ displayed or ‘Can’t Stage’ issues.  We have seen some issues with graphite guides. One guide per car.  Secondary guides on rear of car have produced crashes.
• No stored energy in car may be used for propulsion. So batteries to operate lights or animation would be OK, but no power may be added to the motor.  This rule also expressly forbids rocket or jet power.  Without electric motor braking rocket cars generally do not survive their first pass.  They also may present a fire hazard.
• Entrant shall mark Entry (Bib) Number on underside of car chassis or body.  Use Sharpie and cover ink with clear packaging tape. Doing so will help insure your car is returned to you.
• Gear choice is free.  Up to three ratios may be used by selecting the Pit Crew Option.

Motor rules:

• Motors will be confirmed as being of the type specified in the Class Chart.
• FK (short and long can) and SD type motors may not be opened or modified.
• All other types may be adjusted or modified, except that armature must be of the specified class.
• Armatures will be tested for proper resistance. Milliohms @ 65 degrees F.  ~16D: 600  ~S16D: 285
• Exception is made for Vintage and Nostalgia classes where “rewinding” armatures is permitted.
• If sending alternate motors, include correct bolts in place on motor for bolt in type. We can change solder-in types. 
• If changing crown gear size. pinions must align.  test fit on long pinions.  If pinion change is required, we recommend sending crowns and alternate motors as a set with pinions preinstalled on motor.  Changing or moving pinions on high powered motors without testing is risky.

Appearance rules:
Interiors and body details are not required, but 1/3 of total score is based on Appearance, so compromising detail for light weight will not result in the best overall score. Likewise, non-scale aerodynamic devices are not prohibited but may reduce Appearance score.

Proper classification will be considered. For example, if your car is entered in the “Stock” class but appears to be a Pro Stock body, your Appearance score will be low. To remove doubt, we recommend that you do Internet searches or provide other documentation that will confirm correct classification and details. Printed documentation if any will be presented to judges with car.  Documentation may also point out features of the slot car.  Factory produced paintwork, and details will be rated lower than unique or handcrafted work.  Note such things on documentation.

Documentation, optional display items, special tools and alternate parts or will be displayed with the car for judging.  Documentation should include Entry (Bib) number. (Not registration or transaction #)  It should NOT include builder, raceway or owner name.

Excluded entrants:
Owners and employees of Nomad Raceways, Batesville Hobbies, relatives or family members may compete for any awards or prize many in this contest.  They may send entries, to be run for demonstration which may be featured in event coverage, but not eligible for awards or prizes.

No person with a car entered in this contest may be present while their entry is judged or raced.

Protest Procedure:
Any protest must be submitted within 24 hours of results published on the World Championship web page.  A protest may only be submitted by sending a $50 protest fee via PayPal to jim@nomadraceways.com. Any claimed rule infractions should include a written explanation of the claimed infraction or procedure irregularity and reference photograph or video timestamp.  Any evidence submitted, and any car in question will be examined before cars are returned and awards finalized. If a claim is valid, in the opinion of the race director the protest fee will be returned and awards will be reallocated.  All decisions by Race Director are final.

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Nomad Raceways wants all of our World Challenge participants to have the best and most cost-effective shipping for their entries.

Please include your Entry Number (may be shown as “Bib Number” on registration confirmation) not registration number on the label and/or on the box end.  That way we will not have to unpack your cars until it is time to run your class.  Entry numbers identify the class. 

There are two approaches for best shipping:  Deliver your entry by any means you choose and select from the return mail options on our registration form. Note that all our shipping options are for 2 pound packages.  Adequate packaging generally weights more than one pound but you may be able to send several cars together in a package weighing under 2 pounds.  If combining shipping you do nto need to pay shipping for each entry. 

The second approach streamlines and idiot-proofs the return of your cars.  If youhave a fedEx business account you can create both your outboaund and return ship lables.  Including the prepaid return lable in your box is very efficient for us and puts you in complete comtrol of your costs.  FedEx the only service we know that can create a return label to include in your package, that does not expire.

If you have a FedEx BUSINESS account, you need only check the box to create the return label.  You will pay the discounted commercial rate only.

If you do not have any FedEx account: Click here to open a free business account for discounted rates and the return label option.

 If you have a regular FedEx account the return option and pricing are not available.  In that case, or if you do not want to set up an account, just take your package to any FedEx location.  They can create both the outgoing and return labels for you. 

Participation plaques will be included in your package on the return.  If you win prizes too heavy or large for your box, we will ship them separately at no charge.

Shipping adress for the World Challenge event is:

Batesville Slot Cars & Hobbies
C/O Centerpoint Graphics
760 Heber Springs Rd
Batesville, AR 72501
Phone 870-834-3787

• Shipping Kits with all necessary materials and proper sized boxes are offered during registration or can be ordered separately online.
• Along with your car, be sure to include your return address label.  Optional items including, Pit Crew Checklist, EIiminator Checklist and Documentation Notes, should also be included.  
• Mark each car with its ENTRY number on car underside. Use a Sharpie than cover the mark with clear tape.
• We recommend that each car be “rolled” in bubble wrap until wrap is a least 2” thick on all sides.  Secure wrap with masking tape for easy removal.  Use additional wrap or other padding to prevent mummified cars from bouncing inside the box.  Double boxing provides super protection.
• If you are sending spare parts with your car put them in a clear ziplock bag with your entry number on it. Aprts for Pit Crew run 2 shoudl be in a bag marked 2, bag 3 for 3rd run. 
• To help us find your box quickly when your class is run, please mark your Entry (Bib) Number. (Not registration or transaction #)  in bold marker on the small end of your box.     
• Seal box, apply the label, and drop off at nearby FedEx location or request a pick-up. 
• Your race has begun!

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