Getting Started - RC equipment

    Before you can start running races you will need to retrieve the equipment necessary for running races and the fuel for running the motors. 

    Most of the equipment, including radios, start/finish forms, keys for the motors, and clipboards is found in the RC closet.  Your club key will open the closet door, which is located in the meeting room of the Clubhouse.  As you pull out the basket you should disconnect the power cords connected to the handheld radios.  These should be left plugged in at the end of the day so they will be charged for next time.

    Take the entire basket with you  on the RC boat.  This way you don't need to put an engine key in a pocket, as they all clip on the basket, and you know that you will have all the materials you need. 

    Out in the yard in front of the club you will find the marks and the starting pin.  The anchors are stored in the wood storage box nearby which can be unlocked with the club padlock.  You will need to tie the anchors to marks.  Please use a bowline and put an extra half-hitch with the tail of the bowline for extra security.  If clips are on the line, please clip them onto the chain in two different links.

 

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