Winter Series #3 Delivers RC Racing Mayhem at Wolfram!
Wolfram RC Raceway, January 24, 2026 – Buckle up, mini-motorheads! Today, the “Tight Squeeze” track at Wolfram RC Raceway turned into a pint-sized battlefield of speed, spins, and sheer determination as 13 daring drivers battled it out in the third round of the 1/28 Winter Series. With 19 entries across five classes, a whopping 1,424 laps completed, and enough close calls to make a full-sized NASCAR race jealous, this event was a turbo-charged testament to why RC racing is the ultimate adrenaline rush on four tiny wheels.
The action kicked off under the fluorescent lights of Wolfram, where drivers from novices to pros revved their remote-controlled beasts. From the high-voltage Lipo classes to the battery-blasting Nimh Open, every heat was a nail-biter.
Box Stock Mini-Z: Where the Little Guys Pack a Punch
In the Box Stock Mini-Z class, it was all about precision over power. Charlie Bradford dominated like a boss, clinching first with 34 laps in 5:03.277, his fastest lap a blistering 8.399 seconds. Hot on his heels (or wheels), Chris S and David duked it out for second and third, both logging 32 laps but separated by a mere 0.325 seconds. Gerry Burr, Jason, and Brian rounded out the field, with Brian’s 13 laps reminding us that even in RC, sometimes you just hit a wall – literally.
Lipo Stock (2500): Electrifying Escapades
Over in Lipo Stock (2500), Matt Rodgers electrified the crowd with a commanding 41 laps in 5:03.664, his 6.905-second flyer setting the pace. Brian Godwin snagged silver with 40 laps, showing why he’s our pick for Driver of the Day. And let’s give a high-five to the third-place finisher, Jake Tuel, who powered through to 38 laps – talk about holding your own against the big batteries with a top lap of 7.063 seconds that had everyone cheering.
3500 Gt (Lipo): GT Stands for “Go Time!”
The 3500 Gt (Lipo) class was pure GT glory, with Jim Hiatt cruising to victory on 40 laps in 5:02.605, his 6.712-second scorcher the day’s envy. Brian Godwin again proved unstoppable in second (37 laps), while Jake Tuel battled valiantly despite a tough DNF after 4 laps. “The Tight Squeeze lived up to its name – one wrong turn and you’re toast!” This class was a reminder: in RC, glory is just a hairpin away from heartbreak.
Nimh Open: Old-School Power with New-School Thrills
Nimh Open brought the nostalgia with modern flair. Gerry Burr edged out a win with 38 laps in 5:00.781, barely ahead of Brian Godwin’s identical lap count but 6 seconds behind on time. Chris S took bronze, and David rounded out the podium after an early exit. Burr’s 7.421-second best lap? Chef’s kiss for battery efficiency!
Novice: Where Future Champs Are Born
Shoutout to the rookies in Novice class! Drivers ended the race 17 laps, 12 laps, and 10 laps. These up-and-comers showed heart, with the fastest lap at 13.321-second lap hinting at big things ahead. As one pit observer noted “Today they’re novices; tomorrow, they’re legends!”
The Ultimate MVP: Brian Godwin Steals the Spotlight
Amid the chaos, Brian Godwin emerged as the undisputed king of the day. Competing in three classes and podium-ing in all (seconds across the board), Brian racked up more consistent excellence than anyone. With lap consistencies in the 92-93% range and no DNFs, he’s the driver who’d make even a Roomba jealous. If points were tallied multi-class style (25 for 1st, 18 for 2nd, etc.), Brian’s 54 would lap the field!
As the checkered flag waved at around 3:36 PM, the Wolfram crowd (all 13 drivers plus spectators) erupted in applause. This Winter Series stop wasn’t just about wins – it was about the fun, the friendships, and the furious fun of RC racing.
Stay tuned for more Winter Series action, folks. In the world of RC, every lap is a story, and today’s was epic. Who knows what twists await in round #4? Rev those engines – the race is on!