The Horizon
Hobby Off-Road Showdown will take place September 6-9,2012 at the newly constructed
track located at the Sanford Seacoast Regional Airport in Sanford, Maine.
The race will
be held in conjunction with the first ever Horizon US Air Meet, a unique event
that will showcase the talents of some of the top radio controlled drivers and
pilots in the world. Thousands of spectators are expected to attend this
interactive festival that will allow them to explore the fun and excitement of
radio controlled hobbies. Spectators will also be encouraged to participate in
the fun by flying planes and helicopters or driving cars in the many Horizon
Hobby “Try Me” areas.
The Horizon
Hobby Off-Road Showdown track is being specifically constructed for this event
and will incorporate multiple layouts optimized for 1/8-scale nitro and
1/10-scale electric racing.
We are
pleased to announce that internationally renowned announcer Scotty Ernst will
be the Race Director for this incredible event. In addition, Team Losi Racing
factory drivers Mike Truhe and Dustin Evans will be on hand visiting with fans
and spectators, supporting racers and competing in the weekend
activities.
Friday will
consist of a full day of practice. The first of three qualifying rounds begins
on Saturday morning, with mains scheduled for Sunday. Classes include 1/8-Scale
Nitro Buggy, 1/8-Scale Nitro Truggy, 1/10-Scale 4WD Short Course, 1/10-Scale
Modified Short Course, 1/10-Scale Stock Short Course and 1/10-Scale Stock
Buggy. The entry fee is $50 for the first class and $35 for each
additional. Entries will be limited to the first 200 registered drivers.
Racers are
also invited to attend an on-site banquet Saturday night that will feature an
incredible menu with steak and lobster for the main course. A full menu
and pricing is available on-line.
To be a part
of this exciting race, go to www.usairmeet.com and fill out the driver
registration. A confirmation packet will be mailed to you within a few
weeks with additional event information.
We look
forward to seeing you there.
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