Information and news about 1:28-scale indoor racing — setup guides, the club, and the cars we run.
Primers
Tracks and Surfaces: Understanding Where You Race
A deep dive into the four main surfaces for Mini-Z racing—RCP, carpet, concrete, and foam—and how each affects your car's setup.
The Ultimate Mini-Z Tyre Compound Guide
Navigating the world of shore ratings, compounds, and brands to find the perfect grip for your Mini-Z.
Club
Das Speed vs Silver Horse vs PN Racing — what Aussie Mini-Z racers buy
A practical comparison of three 1:28 cottage brands we stock in Australia — when to reach for Das Speed, Silver Horse RC, or PN Racing.
What is the PN World Cup? — a 1:28 guide for Aussie racers
PN World Cup explained for Mini-Z / 1:28 fans — why PN Racing matters, how club racing relates, and where to buy PN parts in Australia.
How we built it
A short account of how the club's digital home grew — from a weekend build to a shop, race board, and desk that runs by voice.
Box Stock and Driver classes
Box Stock keeps the cars equal. Driver is the same rules at half speed — two ways onto the Cygnet grid without a hop-up budget.
About Tassie Mini-Z Club
The story behind the club, what we run, and how we run it.
Code of Conduct
The standards of behaviour and respect we expect from all members of the Tassie Mini-Z Club community.
The Tasmanian RC Scene: A Statewide Community
Exploring the history, clubs, and collaborative spirit that define radio-controlled racing in Tasmania.
Track Etiquette and Race-Day Rules
The unwritten (and written) rules of how to behave on the track and in the pits for a smooth race day.
The Track — Cygnet Town Hall
Our home venue in the Huon Valley. Foam RCP track, foam barriers, and a layout that changes most race nights.
Gear Guide — What to Buy and What to Skip
A no-nonsense guide to Mini-Z gear. What's worth the money, what's not, and where to find it.
Race Classes Explained
What each race class means, what's allowed, and where to start.
Reference
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about Mini-Z racing, technical setup, and club operations in Tasmania.
Mini-Z Glossary
A comprehensive reference of terms, acronyms, and jargon used in the world of small-scale RC racing.
Setup
Setup 101: Mastering the Front End
A beginner-friendly guide to camber, caster, kingpin oil, and ride height adjustments for your Mini-Z.
Setup 101: Rear End and Tyres
Connecting the power to the ground—a guide to T-plates, motor pods, and rear suspension tuning.