Thanks Doc! We have an encouraging update.
LATEST Update: Steven Ennis is working with Monte on plans to update the NASTE site and get it moved to a new server. Rescue in progress!
2 August 21, 2026 11:19 am
Re: NASTE Website Update (3 replies, posted in NASTE)
Update: Regarding the NASTE.org website. I am still in the process of researching options for replacing the NASTE.org website. Replacing/rebuilding the website is a necessity not an option. If I do nothing the website WILL go away! Keeping the website will incur expenses well over what it has cost me in the past. I am at a point in my considerations where I need to decide if it is worth it to ME! Bottom line; does anybody actually give a damn if we have a dedicated website or not? Facebook use is an option, but not a very good one in my opinion. Please let me have your feedback. The typical response I get in these situations (which is not much), will probably result in no more NASTE website. =======Bill
3 August 19, 2026 5:53 pm
Re: Moving the Springwater Track - For Sure & Need Help! (1 replies, posted in Springwater Raceway)
Today we got the Springwater track all disassembled and ready to load for the move. Saturday Aug.22 we will be loading it into Howie's trailer at 9:00am. If you can spare the time to help out, it would be greatly appreciated! This is a firm date and time for the move! Thanks!
4 August 19, 2026 7:16 am
Topic: NASTE Website Update (3 replies, posted in NASTE)
Fellow racers, we are quickly closing in on the green flag to our next racing season. We are currently having issues with the NASTE website Calendar. There have been some changes but I am unable to edit the existing events listed on the Calendar. I am working on a resolution to the problem, but please be patient.
Since I opened the NASTE website subject, I am looking at rebuilding the site. Monte created a fantastic website for us and maintained it for almost 20 years! In the time the website has been in existance it has grown to enormous proportions! There are more than 16,000 posts, and on one Forum topics there have been more than 1,000,000 views (that's right 1 MILLION)! My thought is that the size alone of our website has created some of the problems we have experienced. In rebuilding the NASTE site I am exploring the idea of downsizing it by keeping just the most valuable aspects of the existing sites features. These features would include a Home Page where race results and photos could be posted. A Calendar of events for posting all racing events as we currently do. In my initial research the company I'm talking to does not support the format for creating a "Forum", but they do host "Blogs" (whatever that is exactly). I have a phone meeting with a representative scheduled for Friday morning to discuss more options and what might be available. If any of you have an ideas or thoughts, I would appreciate your input!
And to Monte: Smooth, thank you so much for all you've done to get us to this point! You are The BEST my friend! =======Bill
5 August 17, 2026 6:15 pm
Re: Slot Car Pit Boxes (37 replies, posted in Slot Talk)
Quit teasin' me!!!!
6 August 16, 2026 10:49 am
Re: Slot Car Pit Boxes (37 replies, posted in Slot Talk)
As mentioned above, this box was one of Gary "Goose" Gossett's boxes and is now serving as one of my current "race" boxes. At one point it time I had sold this box. A few years later I had the opportunity to buy it back. Needless to say it came back home and will remain here!
There was no real finish on this box, so today I decided to start to address that issue. I applied a coat of Mod Podge to all the outside surfaces of the box. This stuff pretty much seals everything, including all the little imperfections (which is fine by me). It is really good for sealing the stickers, and reattaching some stickers that had fallen off due to the lack of a smooth surface to adhere to. I will allow the Mod Podge four full weeks to fully cure, then the entire box will receive a couple coats of acrylic clear.
7 August 14, 2026 12:01 pm
Topic: OSCAR Sports Car Race in Central Oregon on March 5, 2027 at Dust Devil (0 replies, posted in Dust Devil's Slot Cars)
OSCAR Sports Car race Friday March 6 2027 in central Oregon at Dust Devil Slot Cars Powell Butte, Oregon. If you need directions, please call 541 527 9314.
Friday, March 5 2027 OSCAR Sports Car practice day. Doors open at 2:00 pm. Track closes at 8:00 pm.
Saturday, March 6 2027 OSCAR Sports Car Class race day. Doors open at 8:00 am. Tech inspection at 9:30 am. Racing starts @ 10:00.
Entry fee is $15.00 and includes lunch.
Thank you,
Jim Mitchell
14049 SW Quail Trail
Powell Butte, Oregon
541 527 9314
8 August 7, 2026 5:10 pm
Topic: Race Schedule for 2026 - 2027 Racing Season at The Gorge (1 replies, posted in Gorge Raceway)
Race Schedule for 2026 - 2027 Racing Season at The Gorge:
Last Pre-Season Race: Saturday August 15, 2026. CRSCR NASCAR (Standard Super 16 only). Doors at 10am / Racing 11:30.
No cost. Bring a snack to share, refreshments provided. Track will remain open after racing until 4 pm.
#1. September 19th; CRSCR Patriot Trans Am Challenge. Doors at 9am. Tech at 10am, race starts at 10:30. Cost: $15.00. / Includes lunch and refreshments. Race Length: 3 rounds, 3.5 minute heats. 1 round qualifying race, lunch, 2 rounds with race director setting the line up. Awards: Plaques for 1st-4th plus Racer's Choice.
#2. December 12th. Short Track Stockers. Sprint race. Doors at 9am, racing at 10am 2 rounds, no cost. Bring a snack if you want.
#3. February 20th,2027. GT Prototypes. Trophy race. Doors at 9am, tech 10am, racing after tech. Cost 15.00 / includes lunch. 3 round format. Plaques 1st-4th plus racers choice.
#4. March 20th, 2027. Short Track Stockers. Sprint race. Doors at 9am, racing at 10. 2 rounds, no cost. Bring a snack if you want.
#5. May 29th, 2027. CRSCR NASCAR. Trophy race. Doors at 9am, tech 10am, racing after tech. Cost 15.00 / includes lunch. 3 round format. Plaques 1st-4th plus racers choice.
9 August 5, 2026 3:17 pm
Topic: Moving the Springwater Track - For Sure & Need Help! (1 replies, posted in Springwater Raceway)
Ken (Gearloose Jr.) has rescheduled the move of the Springwater track to Saturday August 22. This is a hard "get 'er done" date! The plan is to disassemble the track before the 22nd. If you are interested also in helping with the tear down, keep an eye and ear open for that date. We could definitely use some help with this project! The plan is to meet at the church (where the track is located) at 9:00 am. Thank you all!
=======Bill
10 August 2, 2026 8:58 pm
Re: Team Bluegroove Body Order August 2, 2026! (4 replies, posted in Cars)
Order has been submitted.
11 August 1, 2026 2:18 pm
Re: Team Bluegroove Body Order August 2, 2026! (4 replies, posted in Cars)
I think the McLaren M8D and the Porsche 917/30 are at Howie's. I will order them again and put them in a bag for you when they get here. Sorry I messed that up!
12 August 1, 2026 9:47 am
Re: PASER RULES (25 replies, posted in PASER)
August 1, 2026
Can Am Rules updated.
Update includes:
.030" Team Bluegroove bodies required.
Option of using Hawk 7 motor or "Standard" Super 16D motor. This change allows for the use of older PASER chassis styles as well as current OSCAR and PASER chassis from other classes.
13 July 31, 2026 3:16 pm
Topic: Team Bluegroove Body Order August 2, 2026! (4 replies, posted in Cars)
I am going to submit another body order to Team Bluegroove. If there are any particular bodies you are looking for let me know ASAP! I will submit the order by Sunday.
==========Bill
14 July 29, 2026 1:35 pm
Re: 2026/2027 race season (1 replies, posted in Freedom Raceway)
Looking forward to these and more races Steven!
15 July 24, 2026 8:35 pm
Re: Team Bluegroove Body Orders (21 replies, posted in Cars)
Jim,
1 Ferrari 612 Lola & 1 Lola T-162 Can Am - Bagged & Tagged!
16 July 19, 2026 8:15 pm
Re: Team Bluegroove Body Orders (21 replies, posted in Cars)
The new TBG bodies arrived today! Most all are Can Am bodies!
Here's what we got:
0 - Porsche 908 /.........Bryan T. = 1
2 - McLaren M6A
0 - Ferrari 612 Lola/.........Mike G. = 1..........Jim Mitchell = 1
0 - Porsche 917 30KL /......Gearloose =1.........Bazowie = 1
1 - Lola T-162 Can Am / ........Jim Mitchel = 1
1 - TI-22 Can Am
0 - Porsche 917 30 /.........Gearloose = 1............Bryan T. = 1
1 - McLaren M6 /...............Bryan T. = 1
1 - Matra Can Am
0 - Shelby Cobra Coupe /........Jim Mitchell = 1..........Gearloose = 1
These bodies are still only $12
Quantities Updated 7/20/26 11:00AM
17 July 16, 2026 7:00 am
Topic: Jimmy "Slim Jim" Folkens (1 replies, posted in Tom's World)
I am sad to report that another of our slot car racing friends has passed. Jimmy Folkens passed away peacefully on July 3rd 2026. Although I did not know Jimmy well many of the racers at Tom's World in Bend did. He was very well liked, and it was always good to see him at the races. His enthusiasm for the slot car hobby was infectious! He will be missed!
18 July 8, 2026 7:16 am
Re: Summer Sizzler Series Race #3 / July 6th, 2026 (1 replies, posted in Gorge Raceway)
Great racing, thanks Bob!
19 July 8, 2026 7:15 am
Re: Summer Sizzler Series: Race #3 / July 6th, 2026 (1 replies, posted in Columbia River Slot Car Racers)
Close fun racing for sure! Thanks Bob!
20 July 7, 2026 2:47 pm
Re: Team Bluegroove Body Orders (21 replies, posted in Cars)
UPDATE: July 7, 2026
The latest Team Bluegroove body order was submitted today!
15 of the best Can Am bodies coming! We need to allow 2 to 4 weeks for delivery.
There will be limited quantities (1 or 2) of each body ordered.
21 June 28, 2026 9:13 am
Re: Summer Sizzler Series: Race #2. June 27th, 2026 (1 replies, posted in Columbia River Slot Car Racers)
Thanks Bob for yet another great race! The Short Track Stockers are a blast to race! Nothing like close contact!
22 June 26, 2026 6:45 pm
Re: Open Track Days (1 replies, posted in Dust Devil's Slot Cars)
Jim, the links don't work. Can't see the photos.
Never mind Jim. Evidently it is only MY computer!
23 June 26, 2026 9:13 am
Topic: Used Womps Inventory Restocked! (0 replies, posted in Cars)
I have restocked my inventory of used Womps.
Anybody looking for Womps for the upcoming Monday night racing season at Rob's Redline Raceway?
The cars in this batch are complete, but will need the proper Professor 25K motors for racing in Rob's Womp class. Bob Nak has the motors for under $15. These cars are $30 each.
24 June 24, 2026 12:45 pm
Re: Short Track Stockers 1/17/2026 (2 replies, posted in Columbia River Slot Car Racers)
Basic Body guidelines for Short Track Stockers. - Bob N.
This is not a complete comprehensive list. It is designed to point you in the right direction. Note: Minimum wheelbase for any car is 4.30".
Basic Body Guidelines: Short Track Stockers
Scale: 1/25 only
Years: 1962-1982
Buick: 1964-1979 – Skylark
1973-1982 – Regal
Oldsmobile: 1964-1985 Cutlass
Pontiac: 1964-1982 Lemans / GTO
Grand Prix – 1969-1982
Chevrolet: 1966-1972 Chevelle
1973-1975 Laguna
1971-1982 Monte Carlo
1962-1979 Nova
Ford / Mercury: 1960-1976 Fairlane / Torino / Falcon
1962-1966 T-Bird
1977-1982 T-Bird
1973 Cougar
Mercury: 1962 – up Cyclone / Montego / Comet
Dodge: 1962-1982 Dart, Demon, Coronet, Charger.
Plymouth: 1962-1982 Scamp, Roadrunner, etc.
25 June 22, 2026 6:22 pm
Re: IROC Slot Car Race at Electron Raceway in Roseburg! (10 replies, posted in Electron Raceway)
You did a great job on those cars Rich! They seemed pretty equal in performance. To me the biggest differences were in the lanes themselves, and in each car's rear tire condition in any particular heat. Congrats, very nice work!