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Topic: OSCAR Late Model NASCAR at Inslot's Checkered Flag Raceway - Nov.8,'25

For me, OSCAR races have always been a big deal! Entries typically include some of the most sophisticated, complicated, and fastest chassis built for "Hardbody" racing in 1/24 scale. For those not familiar with the term "Hardbody", it refers to scratch built slot cars with injection molded model car bodies. This type of slot car racing has been the backbone of club racing here in Oregon. OSCAR races have always drawn some of the fastest and best racers in the Pacific Northwest. The thought of me ever hosting races for this elite group never even entered my mind in the 1990's! Today there are a number of clubs racing 1/24 scale slot cars in our area. At times OSCAR races draw racers from all of the various clubs. They come to race the fastest cars, competing against the best racers. OSCAR races are long and grueling. They take a toll on equipment as well as racers, mentally and physically. This November race is the race I host here at Inslot's Checkered Flag Raceway. It has always been, and continues to be, a Late Model NASCAR race per OSCAR rules in honor of Bob McFarland.

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The night before the race the track was open for practice. We had a number of racers show up, some to practice and some to just visit. The doors officially opened for the race at 9:00 AM Saturday, and by 9:15 AM most all of the participants had their pits established and were getting some track time. Tech inspections started early with racers anxious to get the race started. Unfortunately Tom Street whom I consider to be the lead figure in OSCAR, was sick and could not make the race. Typically OSCAR races are run using the SRT racing program, a program I have, but am not really familiar with. Tom has always taken the lead running the OSCAR races here at Checkered Flag. For this reason I made the decision to use the Race Coordinator program I also have set up for the track. I also made the decision to forgo qualifying by time trials, another OSCAR race standard. Without the use of qualifying I set the race starting grid by using racer's past finish results and their race history that I had knowledge of. Some technical data, some intuition, and some seat of the pants reasoning. Racers agreed to the line up I submitted without complaints.   

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From the drop of the flag it was evident this was going to be a close race. Michael (Stig) lead the field in the first hour of racing with Stuart  (Stew Meat) and Bob (Nak Nak) tied for second. Those guys had posted a substantial ten plus lap lead over the rest of us. There were no other big leads through the rest of the field. Steven (Dragin' Man) had started out with top five speed but suffered a mechanical issue early. We were to find out he was not down and out!

Round 1 Results:
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Re: OSCAR Late Model NASCAR at Inslot's Checkered Flag Raceway - Nov.8,'25

Racing through the second round Stuart pressed Michael tieing him for first place. Bob stayed close just two laps behind them. The battle for fourth through seventh heated up with Chris (Captain Chaos), Mike, Bill, and Bart having just one lap separating each of them. The rest of the field was still within striking distance. Steven showed his pit skills and had made repairs only to break again! But he was still working!

Round 2 Results:
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We took a break towards the end of round two for some lunch. A big thanks to my wife Diane for ordering and picking up our lunch which consisted of Fire House sub sandwhiches. Thanks also to everyone that brought snacks along to the race! After lunch we crawled our way into the third round of racing. Bad things started happening for Michael in the third round dropping him to fourteenth, just ahead of Steven who had still not given up working through his multiple mechanical set backs. This left Stuart and Bob out front, stretching their leads with Bob only three laps behind Stuart. Fourth through sixth were still tight with Al closing the gap from seventh.

Round 3 Results:
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Re: OSCAR Late Model NASCAR at Inslot's Checkered Flag Raceway - Nov.8,'25

Round four was the Bob and Stuart show! These guys provided us with some fantastic side by side racing through the entire race. Unfortunately in Stuart's next to last heat race he lost a braid from his guide flag in a crash. He was quick to make the repairs but it was enough for Bob to get by him and into the lead. Although Stuart pushed him, Bob was just too fast for Stuart to make up all of the ground he had lost. Bob and Stuart were never more than four laps apart through nearly the entire race. Chris' consistantly fast pace netted him third place, the highest postion of the racers from Bend. Somehow I hung on for fourth only four laps ahead of Mike. Al was able to close within four laps of Bart in sixth. Jim finished eighth two laps ahead of Jerry. Bill Henry closed out the top ten but, Herb was only nine laps out. Jimmy finished twelfth on his first visit to Inslot' Checkered Flag Raceway, but only eleven laps behind Herb. It was also Tim Moss' first visit to Checkered Flag, and his very first OSCAR race. He ran and excellent race completing enough laps to give him the thirteenth spot. Michael having suffered more issues dropping him back to fourteenth, but earning him the coveted "Too Bad" award! And speaking of the coveted "Too Bad" award, Steven worked himself right out of the award by displaying an incredible ability to not give up! The guy just would not give up and worked his way through multiple gear and motor issues! He may have been trailing the field but, he was the leader in effort! Unfortunately Ken had to leave early, but still poated a respectable 285 laps at the halfway point.

Round 4 Results:
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So congratulations to Bob on his well deserved win! To Stuart on his second place finish, and Chris on finishing third!

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After multiple votes were taken, Tim and Steven still tied for the "Best Of Show" (concours) award! They agreed to both take the credit!

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Re: OSCAR Late Model NASCAR at Inslot's Checkered Flag Raceway - Nov.8,'25

I really enjoyed this race! So many friends to share a day of competition with!

Here's some data from the race you can geek out with if you're interested:

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A special THANK YOU to Mitch for coming to the race and helping us out! Mitch turn marshalled the entire race for us!

Thanks to all that made it out and made this such a great event!

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Re: OSCAR Late Model NASCAR at Inslot's Checkered Flag Raceway - Nov.8,'25

Thanks for the excellent write up about the race. I really appreciate all you do for our local group of racers.

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Re: OSCAR Late Model NASCAR at Inslot's Checkered Flag Raceway - Nov.8,'25

Thanks Bill for a fun race and lunch! Congratulations to Bob for the win!

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Re: OSCAR Late Model NASCAR at Inslot's Checkered Flag Raceway - Nov.8,'25

Thank you for providing a great facility and having the track in top notch shape for close side x side action and lots of fun. The turn out for this event was fantastic and the group of people were a pleasure to have around. Thanks again for the group that made the trip from over the mountain to come compete. I cant wait for the next race..... hopefully with a few less car issues