Slot car racing has been around for decades and it’s certainly had its fair share of mentions in popular films over the years. With that in mind, we decided to highlight a few times that our favourite hobbyist’s sport made it to the silver screen.
We are halfway through the school holidays, and many of us are enjoying the freedom to travel and get out and about. There’s no better feeling than hitting the open road and cruising down the highway with your favourite tunes belting out over the radio. But when it comes to classic driving tunes there are so many to choose from. From classic chart toppers to modern day hits when it comes to music we all have our own choices. Here are ten of our favourites - let us know what makes your Top 10.
This weekend sees the long awaited start of the 2021 Formula 1 season. While the Australian Grand Prix has been pushed back and won’t be the season opener, we instead look to kick things off with the Bahrain Grand Prix. With hope for a much more competitive landscape and a host of driver changes, we took a closer look and ask one question of each team.
Race Party is excited to team up with Project Optimism in hosting the upcoming online event on Sunday the 28th of March from 3-5pm.
Join renowned humanitarian, Moira Kelly AO for an afternoon of discussion and fun with high profile personalities, Jackie Gillies and Chyka Keebaugh. Emmanuel Kelly (X Factor) will join us from the USA to perform, as will singer, Azzurra Pantaleo.
As we move into March the 2021 Formula 1 season is almost here. While it may be different to see the season opener leave our shores (the Albert Park Grand Prix has been rescheduled to November), when the flag drops to start the season at the Bahrain Grand Prix on March 28 there are a number of storyline’s that we will be watching.
Slot car racing has experienced an incredible transformation, beginning with the early prototypes that ran on model rail tracks and culminating in today’s dynamic racing machines that flawlessly navigate 360-degree loops.
Here’s a look back at how it all began, and the influential developments that has made slot car racing what it is today.
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Race Party
97 Camberwell Road, Hawthorn East
9882 1391
The promise
A boutique slot-car racing experience, perfect for young and old.
The reality
We arrive to drinks and canapes in the function room next to the racing room. Owner Noirin Mosley says the venue is designed for private parties, events and even corporate team-building days, and they can pretty much tailor to any group.
The 40-metre-long Albert Park Track has two 360 loops and eight lanes. We start with some test runs to see who can stay on the track the longest – as soon as you fall off, you’re out.
It’s really quite tricky at first to stay on the track, and I’m told I’ve got a bit of a lead foot – or trigger finger in this case – and need to slow down around the turns.
Next we move on to racing each other, and I’m really no good at it! I’m forever falling off the track and when I’m staying on I’m too slow.
Despite this, it’s really fun and my competitors are really enjoying it – which I suspect has something to do with the fact that they’re winning.
The pay-off
Whether you’re good at it or not, it’s just good fun and something a bit different for an event, and the team keeps us in drinks and nibbles all night.
The pain factor
At one point I’m made to don a fluoro hazard vest because I can’t stay on the track – but it’s all in good humour.
Who should do it?
Kids and adults will enjoy themselves and get their hearts racing.
The bill
Casual racing is $25 a person for an hour in a group of four to 16 people.
Catered functions and kids’ parties have various pricing options.
Would I do it again?
I could be tempted – maybe I’ll figure out how to stay on the track next time!
Race Party
97 Camberwell Road, Hawthorn East
9882 1391
The promise
A boutique slot-car racing experience, perfect for young and old.
The reality
We arrive to drinks and canapes in the function room next to the racing room. Owner Noirin Mosley says the venue is designed for private parties, events and even corporate team-building days, and they can pretty much tailor to any group.
The 40-metre-long Albert Park Track has two 360 loops and eight lanes. We start with some test runs to see who can stay on the track the longest – as soon as you fall off, you’re out.
It’s really quite tricky at first to stay on the track, and I’m told I’ve got a bit of a lead foot – or trigger finger in this case – and need to slow down around the turns.
Next we move on to racing each other, and I’m really no good at it! I’m forever falling off the track and when I’m staying on I’m too slow.
Despite this, it’s really fun and my competitors are really enjoying it – which I suspect has something to do with the fact that they’re winning.
PHOTO: SUPPLIED
The pay-off
Whether you’re good at it or not, it’s just good fun and something a bit different for an event, and the team keeps us in drinks and nibbles all night.
The pain factor
At one point I’m made to don a fluoro hazard vest because I can’t stay on the track – but it’s all in good humour.
Who should do it?
Kids and adults will enjoy themselves and get their hearts racing.
The bill
Casual racing is $25 a person for an hour in a group of four to 16 people.
Catered functions and kids’ parties have various pricing options.
Would I do it again?
I could be tempted – maybe I’ll figure out how to stay on the track next time!
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Well it’s time to revisit all that slot-car racing again at Race Party!
You will race your friends, family or colleagues on custom designed, state of the art race tracks, using model slot cars and remote controls.
When not racing you can be a spectator or a marshal getting your friend’s racing cars back on the track too!
Try the Albert Park track for it’s challenging corners and loops or the Monaco track for it’s own loops, angles and super fast runs.
Test yourself, by controlling your car while outracing your opponents.
Enjoy the thrill and diversion of Race Party. Ideal to get the creative juices flowing, de-stressing after a busy day or just celebrating fun times and special events. Race Party has something for absolutely everyone!
