The Hills Offroad RC Club
Out and About With Michelle Byrne
Nestled away in the Fred Caterson Reserve sits the relatively unknown Hills Offroad RC track. For the past 50 years this track has seen 1/10th scale electric radio control cars race for fun as well as for the glory of a championship win.
The Hills Offroad is one of the best offroad RC tracks in Australia offering a 225m track with plenty of challenging bends and hills that need to be conquered in the fastest time possible. From the 3m drivers’ ramp, the drivers have a bird’s eye view of their car and the track as they race. It is fast and furious, and it is not uncommon to see the cars flip over or leave the track, with volunteers on the track quickly turning the cars over so the race can continue.
It is a hobby that appeals to many, and it is one that is taken very seriously by those looking to compete Nationally and Internationally to become World Champion. In April, this year the Hills Offroad RC hosted the pre-world warm up event which bought together competitors from across Australia and from overseas. Local man, Lachlan Donelly took out the title, ensuring a shot at the World Titles in September which will also be hosted in Castle Hill.
For the Hills Offroad RC Club, hosting the World Championships is a shot in the arm for the Club and will put the Club and the Hills on the map. The World Championships will be a lot larger than the warm-up event and will bring together even more competitors from across the globe and nationally to compete for the ultimate World Championship Title.
Outside of the Club Championships and the World Championships, the Hills Offroad RC club races every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month from 9am to 4pm. Everyone is welcome to join in regardless of racing experience and novice drivers are always welcome at the Club.
Outside of racing days, the track is open every day of the week for residents wishing to race their 1/10th electric cars (or smaller).
There is no doubt that the Hills Offroad RC track, set in the picturesque Fred Caterson is one of the prettiest tracks across Australia and the Globe. The Club is run entirely by volunteers who are very proud of their track and amenities as well as the opportunity to host the World Championships in 2025.
If you have not seen 1/10th scale radio controlled car racing, then I encourage you to visit the track on a Sunday race meet or even better, visit the World Championships and watch professional and amateur drivers battle it out for the title.
For more information on the Hills Offroad RC Club or to get involved go to www.hillsoffroadrc.com
