In this edition of the JConcepts Friday5 we talk to Canada team driver, Dylan Raposo!
1. How did you first hear about racing RC cars? And what classes did you compete in?
My father bought me my first RC car when I was 3 years old. As soon as I got it, I immediately feel in love. I played with it so much it broke. After that I got something else and I searched for racetracks. Once I found a track, I learned about the community and the possibilities available. Then I wanted to do it more and more. When I first started, I only drove 2WD buggy. Soon after I picked up 4WD buggy.
2. What is your favorite class to race in today and why?
Deciding my favorite class is hard. I like both nitro buggy and e-buggy equally but for different reasons. Nitro for its endurance and e-buggy for the power and fun.
3. When life interferes and you can’t wheel your RC car, how do you quench your thirst for RC? Do you work on your car, listen to a RC podcast, watch some racing videos, read RC magazines or books, etc.?
When I can’t race, I like to go online and play VRC. This still gives me the racing experience while stuck at home. I am still learning the in’s and out’s of working on my car, but I have to admit my dad does most of the work. When my dad comes across a good YouTube video I watch and try to learn.
4. In your opinion, when heading to the track what is the JConcepts product that is a must have on race day and why?
A JConcepts must for me is tires. They give me the best performance and consistency for my driving style.
5. Besides RC cars, what other hobbies are you into?
Other than the obvious, video games, I enjoy football (playing and watching).