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Wasteland racing is the future, or will be held in the future, at least. In addition to Diecast 64 and Gaslands TV, here are a couple of tracks/events to look out for in the months to come:
In this case, the deadline is May 1 (more info at www.racehotwheels.com) There’s just enough time to put together a ride and submit it, but don’t worry if you’re a little rushed. “People can submit the same cars as last year,” states Comeford. “Hopefully everyone learned a little something last year and some builders will at least make a few tweaks ‘under the hood’, but mainly I want people to have a chance to race and have fun”. Comeford encourages everyone to try being a part of these races. “I can guarantee you’re going to have a blast building a car for this one,” he claims. “If you need some ideas, get on the internet and Google Gaslands. You'll find so many
cool pics and tips for building cars…. And I have found the Gaslands community to be super cool and helpful, so check out the Facebook group as well. And who knows, you may even find a new way to play with your Hot Wheels cars.” Looking for a new way to play was exactly what got Luca Caltabiano of Montreal, Quebec, involved in diecast racing. He was already well immersed in the Gaslands community. “I never got into the racing community,” explains Caltabiano, “I only really watched it.” But then he built a track of his own. “Now everyone
• Fury Mountain Speedway is currently under construction, so racing probably isn’t in the immediate future, but there’s an awesome build journal thread on Redline Derby that shows the way this tack is headed, and a number of the Wastelands cars that are already there and awaiting a track to tear up! • Indiana Diecast Racing is hosting a Death Race at the end of the year. Cars will race on the Tricky Triangle road course, and must have at least one external weapon. Mad Max/Gaslands styling is highly encouraged.
For more information about Gaslands, check out the following links: • Gaslands.com • Let’s Play (video intro to the game) • Xanthippe’s mystery box build of a Gaslands team.
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