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Marlborough Cup 202515th April - F1 Classic
3rd June - Le Mans 1st July - BRMs 29th July - Davidstow 2nd September - Thunder Saloons 23rd September - F1 Libra 21st October - Classic Sports |
Latest FLBT News.
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May 2025
Early May saw FLBT flying the flag for GB in Spain as Neal, Marc, Andy, Louis and Mark B took part in the Barcelona 24 hours racing against 39 other teams from Europe and the USA!!! We raced in class C with 8 other teams in our class. It was totally different to anything we had done before. It was 4 tracks they all look the same but two were mirror images and the ones that looked the same went in different directions. You only did each lane once so very challenging but the same time enjoyable. Marks video brilliantly captures out overseas adventure. |
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February 2025
It is with great sadness that we hear of Roger James passing. Our thoughts are with Trisha and the family. A race night in celebration of Roger was held in his memory, and many of his cars will continue to be raced at FLBT and further afield.
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December 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, its time to celebrate another fabulous year at FLBT, and to Neal who won the FLBT championship.
Our year end Run What Ya Brung, some nibbles, followed by some beverages after at The Marlborough allowed us to reflect on the year past.
Mark B has captured some of the Clubs highlights in the video below.
As 2024 comes to a close, its time to celebrate another fabulous year at FLBT, and to Neal who won the FLBT championship.
Our year end Run What Ya Brung, some nibbles, followed by some beverages after at The Marlborough allowed us to reflect on the year past.
Mark B has captured some of the Clubs highlights in the video below.
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Looking to 2025, our first event is the Swindon Swapmeet on the 5th Jan at The Grange Lesure Centre. We will have the main club track alosng with the Drag strip.
November 2024
Congratulations MBR for winning this years 2024 race.
"I would like to say a big thanks to everyone for the weekend, it was a weekend of so many firsts
We had the most number of drivers ever at the 24 hour. Kane did the fastest lap race lap ever, MBR did the most race laps ever.
These milestones were all done in a car that isn’t seen at the club as a quick race car & has beaten all the loved LMP and GT cars of the last few years!!!!
Well done to Neal for pole, Kane for fastest lap Roger for winning the Gentleman drivers award.
Big thanks to my team as running the event and racing I could not do it without them.
Karl for eating the Brussel sprout 👍
Heather thanks so much from everyone for the great effort you put in to feed us all it was really appreciated by all of us and not only that you drove extremely well and were very close to winning the Gentleman trophy.
I loved the event again and look forward to planning next years event.
Thanks Mark"
All the results and photos can be found in the results tab.
Congratulations MBR for winning this years 2024 race.
"I would like to say a big thanks to everyone for the weekend, it was a weekend of so many firsts
We had the most number of drivers ever at the 24 hour. Kane did the fastest lap race lap ever, MBR did the most race laps ever.
These milestones were all done in a car that isn’t seen at the club as a quick race car & has beaten all the loved LMP and GT cars of the last few years!!!!
Well done to Neal for pole, Kane for fastest lap Roger for winning the Gentleman drivers award.
Big thanks to my team as running the event and racing I could not do it without them.
Karl for eating the Brussel sprout 👍
Heather thanks so much from everyone for the great effort you put in to feed us all it was really appreciated by all of us and not only that you drove extremely well and were very close to winning the Gentleman trophy.
I loved the event again and look forward to planning next years event.
Thanks Mark"
All the results and photos can be found in the results tab.
November 2024
One of our largest events of the FLBT year is upon us:
One of our largest events of the FLBT year is upon us:
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August 2024
Neal and Marc took part in a Wales and West round at Oxford, and although they didn’t have a good run in the classic NSR’s 10th and 11th, Neal finished a respectable 5th in the GT’s and Marc was 9th but still only 16 secs behind Neal.
June 2024
Latest update from our travelling Drag Racers:
Update on Drag Racing at Brentwood. 19th May last round. Outlaw Class, I managed to become champion again, going in 20 points clear, came out slot first round no points😩, now equal points, to make it worse I was drawn against Alec for next round, he’s been faster all day, so winner takes all, didn’t fancy my chances, but I got a perfect reaction 0.000 and Alec got a red light. Outlaw Class is anything goes no restrictions on anything.
Outlaw 1st Terry, 4th Roger.
C/Horse 3rd Terry, 7th Roger.
Gasser 2nd Terry, 8th Roger.
Neal and Marc took part in a Wales and West round at Oxford, and although they didn’t have a good run in the classic NSR’s 10th and 11th, Neal finished a respectable 5th in the GT’s and Marc was 9th but still only 16 secs behind Neal.
June 2024
Latest update from our travelling Drag Racers:
Update on Drag Racing at Brentwood. 19th May last round. Outlaw Class, I managed to become champion again, going in 20 points clear, came out slot first round no points😩, now equal points, to make it worse I was drawn against Alec for next round, he’s been faster all day, so winner takes all, didn’t fancy my chances, but I got a perfect reaction 0.000 and Alec got a red light. Outlaw Class is anything goes no restrictions on anything.
Outlaw 1st Terry, 4th Roger.
C/Horse 3rd Terry, 7th Roger.
Gasser 2nd Terry, 8th Roger.
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December 2023.
Bringing 2023 to a close was our last race of the year, the Crash and Bash / Run What Ya Brung. This year, a chance to run cars not usually seen on the FLBT track. A pretty eclectic mix with everything from F1 to 1/24 scale to film cars, something for everyone. Once racing was finished, a time to catch up at The Marlbrough for drinks and Nibbles. Well done to Neal for winning the Overall FLBT championship from Marc and Andy. Huge thanks to all who not only race, but support FLBT throughout the year. Next race is 2nd Jan, with the Swindon Swapmeet on the 7th Jan. 
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December 2023
On the 3rd of December, FLBT hosted a 6 hour Interclub enduro. 5 teams took part, FLBT, Cool Runnings (FLBT), Southwich, Wye Valley and Demon Slot (Wye Valley) Cars were NSR classics running on one of FLBTs layout. After 6 hours of racing, the results were: FLBT: 2009 laps Demon Slot: 1958 Laps Cool Runnings: 1882 laps Southwick: 1862 laps Wye Valley: 1661 laps. Congratualtions to FLBT. Many thanks to all those who travelled and to Mark for organising. |
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FLBT @ Brentford Drag Racing - Report by Terry.
Brentwood Drag Racing Sunday 3rd Dec. I managed to win one final in the Outlaw class which leaves me in first place by 5 pts only. I also won a final in the Crazy Horse class so up to 3rd. Al managed to get into semi final of Crazy Horse class with one of my cars, so good points bagged by Al. Took us 3.30 hrs to get there freezing rain & traffic jam after getting off motorway arrived 15 mins before start 10.45.
Brentwood Drag Racing Sunday 3rd Dec. I managed to win one final in the Outlaw class which leaves me in first place by 5 pts only. I also won a final in the Crazy Horse class so up to 3rd. Al managed to get into semi final of Crazy Horse class with one of my cars, so good points bagged by Al. Took us 3.30 hrs to get there freezing rain & traffic jam after getting off motorway arrived 15 mins before start 10.45.
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November 2023
Congratulations to Team THORL for winning this years MBR 24 hour event. Closely followed by MBR, Cool Runnings and Southwick. Huge thanks to Mark for arranging, Sonia for brownies and morning bacon rolls, and to all those who travelled to the event 
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July 2023
During a slightly damp weekend in July, FLBT travelled to Wye Valley Slot Car Club in Abergavenny, Wales to take part in their LMP 6hr event.
Running on Ninco track, the event saw 5 teams battle over 6 hours.
FLBT ran a SRC Toyota.
After the 6 hours, FLBT came 3rd overall. Well done FLBT.
All the results can be found to the Wye Valley website: WYE VALLEY SLOT CAR CLUB Abergavenny Wales
During a slightly damp weekend in July, FLBT travelled to Wye Valley Slot Car Club in Abergavenny, Wales to take part in their LMP 6hr event.
Running on Ninco track, the event saw 5 teams battle over 6 hours.
FLBT ran a SRC Toyota.
After the 6 hours, FLBT came 3rd overall. Well done FLBT.
All the results can be found to the Wye Valley website: WYE VALLEY SLOT CAR CLUB Abergavenny Wales
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April 2023
Latest Drag Racing News from Terry:
Great finish to Drag Racing season at Brentwood, won final from Alec with my fastest ET ever .748 also recorded fastest speed for me 52.53 mph. Also clinching Outlaw championship by 15pts. American Al finished a creditable 6th & Roger 7th but missed 2 meets.
And from Mr D:
Well that's a wrap on the 2022/2023 Winter Season of MrD Slot Drags Brentwood. Thanks to everyone who came along today and made it a great days racing!!! Congratulations to the Elimination Race winners, Terry Dabner MrD Outlaw Round 1 and yours truly (MrD) Round 2. Alec Q MrD Crazy Horse Round 1 and yours truly (MrD) Round 2. I hope you all agree that we've had a great season with some very fast, close racing. I thank everyone who has attended this season with special thanks to Simon Alexander for the venue.
As this was the final meet of the season I can announce that the championship winners for Brentwood are Terry Dabner in the MrD Outlaw Class and Alec Q in the MrD Crazy Horse Class, well done guys!!!
Latest Drag Racing News from Terry:
Great finish to Drag Racing season at Brentwood, won final from Alec with my fastest ET ever .748 also recorded fastest speed for me 52.53 mph. Also clinching Outlaw championship by 15pts. American Al finished a creditable 6th & Roger 7th but missed 2 meets.
And from Mr D:
Well that's a wrap on the 2022/2023 Winter Season of MrD Slot Drags Brentwood. Thanks to everyone who came along today and made it a great days racing!!! Congratulations to the Elimination Race winners, Terry Dabner MrD Outlaw Round 1 and yours truly (MrD) Round 2. Alec Q MrD Crazy Horse Round 1 and yours truly (MrD) Round 2. I hope you all agree that we've had a great season with some very fast, close racing. I thank everyone who has attended this season with special thanks to Simon Alexander for the venue.
As this was the final meet of the season I can announce that the championship winners for Brentwood are Terry Dabner in the MrD Outlaw Class and Alec Q in the MrD Crazy Horse Class, well done guys!!!
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March 2023
Race Report from Terry: FLBT Drag Boys at Brentwood Sunday. Mixed results, Terry had a de-slot first Elimination, Won the second Elim. Final was so close...reaction time both .078, E.Time Terry .759 - .769 Alec so won by a thousandth of a second. Still top of championship by just 15pts now with one round to go. American Al scored points as well. |
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March 2023
March saw the first outing of the BRM 1/24 class. Racing 1/24 scale Group N cars from BRM/TTS. Cars range from Minis to Simcas, all those with a rear universal joint. Cars remain completely stock including tyres! A hugely fun evening with some very close racing. Neal was our first class winner. Many thanks to Mark W for organising this new class. looking forward to the next 1/24 race on 27th June. February 2023
FLBT On the Road. Several FLBT racers regularly partake in Drag Racing hosted by Mr D in Essex. FLBTs Terry currently leads the outlaw class. Find MrD Slot Drag Racing on Facebook. www.facebook.com/groups/701599736564166/ January 2023
It was our first Le Mans meeting of the year, and Mark B captured the evening on video. Including putting up and taking down our modular track. Many Thanks to Mark for the video. Enjoy. November 2022
The last FLBT Drag race of 2022 saw Terry clinch the Drag racing championships for both the scales raced. Many thanks to all those who brought drag racing to FLBT in 2022. |
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November 2022
The last MBR 2hr Enduro of 2022 saw Roger seal the Enduro Championship. Congratulations Roger. 
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November 2022
Early November saw the 2022 MBR 24 hour endurance event at FLBT. Warm up events were the Davidstow GP and BRM 1/24 team races. Winner of the Davidstow GP was Graham Winning team of the BRM was Team Neal The 4 teams running the MBR 24 were: MBR - Mark B, Matt, Mark W and Terry. THORL - Andy, Marc, Louis and Keith. Yer Maun - Neal, Andrew, Charles, James. Cool Runnings - Karl, Mike, Graham. Gentlemen drivers drove for each team throughout the event. The Steve Grant Gentlemen Driver winner was Roger. The Rob Lees Marshall award winner was Louis. Neal was top qualifier, and holder of the fastest lap with a prize of a Pendles £25 voucher. After 24hrs the scores were: Yer Maun - 7027 laps. THORL - 6917 laps. MBR - 6722 laps. Cool Runnings - 6659 laps. Congratulations to the Winners Yer Maun. Many thanks to all Mark B and all those who helped out throughout the weekend. Special thanks to Sonia and Heather for keeping us fed throughout. All the results and more pictures can be found on the Results pages. |
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October 2022
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April 2022
The FLBT club and its racers partake in many sectors of the slot car hobby. April was a great example as FLBT held Drag racing as part of its Tuesday night calendar, a SuperSlix race on a Friday, and HO on a Sunday, all in the same week. Drag Racing. This was split into 1/24 and 1/32 classes, along the FLBT drag strip. Over the evening, 3 elimination races in each scale were run. Terry Won all 3 1/24th runs. In 1/32 winners of each round were Terry, Mark W and Andy. Many thanks for the 'Drag' guys in running the evening. SuperSlix Run on a Friday night at nearby Bulkington village hall, this was 1980s style stock Scalextrix cars which ran the large SuperSlix tyres of its day. Results; 1st Marc T Porsche 911, 2nd Mark Box BMW 3.0 CSL, 3rd Karl Bryant BMW 3.0 CSL/Porsche 911, 4th Clive Harland Pontiac Firebird, 5th Louis Townsend Rover SD1, 6th Graham Mattingley Triumph TR7 Many thanks to Karl and Marc for another great event. FLBT-HO Held on the Sunday, again at Bulkington, 3 races were held during the day. These were: Jag Hobbies Augorans, AFX MG chassied VW Golfs and Peugeot 205s, and finishing off with a race with Bulldog chassied cars. Winner of all classes was Marc T, closing out a rather successful weekend. A huge thanks to all those who make this all possible, and to all those who come to have a go, especially those trying these out for the first time. March 2022
29th March saw Libra Tin Tops kick off the first round of several FLBT development classes in 2022. Many thanks to Matt for coming up with the formula and getting the class up and running. 14 Racers took part, with Neal the nights victor. Matt was second, and Terry finished off the podium places. Next development class is Drag on 19th April. March 2022
For the first time ever, the main FLBT track left its home at St Marys, and took a trip to the Swindon Swapmeet. The swapmeet also found a new home at the Grange Leisure centre after many years at the now defunct Oasis. Joining the main track was the Drag strip and Karls fab 4 lane compact scalex track. Bargains aplenty, it was a great day out, with lots to see and great to meet up with the wider slot car community again. Next years Swindon Swapmeet plans to return to its usual spot in January. Funds were also raised for FLBTs choice charity, Julias House. Many thanks to all those who helped, with special mentions to Matt and to Swapmeet organiser Rob Learmouth. 
February 2022
It really was a bumper 22! On the 22nd of the 2nd, 2022, 22 raced at FLBT. The largest Tuesday club-night in the clubs History. Classic Sports the class at play. Running the Segmented 5 minute format for the first time in 2022. Welcome to first time visitors to the club. Great to see you all. Tuesdays winner was Neal completing the most laps, followed by Andy, Marc, Matt and Terry. All the numbers can be found under the results tab. Next target 25.... |
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February 2022
Congratulations to MBR in winning the 24hr event over the 5/6th February. 2nd were Yer Maun 3rd were THORL 4th were Cool Runnings. Many thanks to all those who took part, and to Mark B for organising. All the results are in the page under the Results tab, along with pictures of the weekend. 
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February 2022
Its 24 Hour Fun! FLBT watched intently as ERA motorsport ran in the Daytona 24hr over the last weekend of January, attempting to defend their LMP2 win from the previous year. FLBT has ties with ERA motorsport via regular club racers. Unfortunately mechanical issues in the final hours cause the car to retire over a difficult, but hard fought weekend. As one 24 ends, another begins. The MBR 24hr is on the 4th and 5th February, with all the usual teams looking to take the win. This year, the cars are GTs, and a great grid awaits. Keep up to date on the FLBT Facebook page during the race weekend. |
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December 2021
28th December will be an extended club session.
From 3pm will be a series of race sessions with free practice in-between.
The evening race will be a team race using Club cars.
3-4pm - Run What Ya Brung
4pm - Open F1 race (any F1, open wheel car).
5-6pm - Run What Ya Brung
5pm - Open Tin Tops/GT Race (any Saloon/GT/Closed wheel car).
6-7pm - Run What Ya Brung
8pm - Race with Club Cars
Session times may be subject to change on attendance numbers.
28th December will be an extended club session.
From 3pm will be a series of race sessions with free practice in-between.
The evening race will be a team race using Club cars.
3-4pm - Run What Ya Brung
4pm - Open F1 race (any F1, open wheel car).
5-6pm - Run What Ya Brung
5pm - Open Tin Tops/GT Race (any Saloon/GT/Closed wheel car).
6-7pm - Run What Ya Brung
8pm - Race with Club Cars
Session times may be subject to change on attendance numbers.
December 2021
Huge thanks to all who donated to Julias House at our event on 6th October. Please see the letter from Julias House below:
Huge thanks to all who donated to Julias House at our event on 6th October. Please see the letter from Julias House below:
November 2021
A great day of racing was had by all those who came along to our Family Fun and Julias House event on the 6th November.
Funds were raised for Juilas House Hospice and it was especially great to see visitors and friends of FLBT pop in during the day.
Winners of the 3 races during the day were:
50s GP: Graham M (with a car older than he was!!).
Classic F1: Neal C.
2hr Enduro: Team MBR.
Full results and more pictures are in the Results menu.
A great day of racing was had by all those who came along to our Family Fun and Julias House event on the 6th November.
Funds were raised for Juilas House Hospice and it was especially great to see visitors and friends of FLBT pop in during the day.
Winners of the 3 races during the day were:
50s GP: Graham M (with a car older than he was!!).
Classic F1: Neal C.
2hr Enduro: Team MBR.
Full results and more pictures are in the Results menu.
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October 2021
Saturday 6th November is a Day of family fun and slot racing.
All are welcome to join in and we will be raising some cash for Julias house.
The schedule for the day:
9:30-11:00: General test session.
11:00-12:00: 50s GP Race (Heats and Finals).
12:00-3:00: Family racing.
3:00-4:00: Classic F1 Race (Heats and Finals).
4:00-4:30: Testing Session.
4:30-6:30: 2 Hour Enduro.
7:00: Curry Time
All are welcome to drop in throughout the day, and all equipment can be provided.
Please wear a face covering when in the hall.
Post racing all are welcome to join us for some grub at one of the local eateries.
Saturday 6th November is a Day of family fun and slot racing.
All are welcome to join in and we will be raising some cash for Julias house.
The schedule for the day:
9:30-11:00: General test session.
11:00-12:00: 50s GP Race (Heats and Finals).
12:00-3:00: Family racing.
3:00-4:00: Classic F1 Race (Heats and Finals).
4:00-4:30: Testing Session.
4:30-6:30: 2 Hour Enduro.
7:00: Curry Time
All are welcome to drop in throughout the day, and all equipment can be provided.
Please wear a face covering when in the hall.
Post racing all are welcome to join us for some grub at one of the local eateries.
August 2021
The FLBT AGM will be held on 5th October (this is a change to the current published calendar). All are invited to attend. Those who have paid membership, are eligible to vote on the topics which will be discussed.
If you have an item you wish to be discussed, please inform Andy or Neal in writing (or any other committee members) no later than 1 week before the AGM so they can be added to the Agenda.
The FLBT AGM will be held on 5th October (this is a change to the current published calendar). All are invited to attend. Those who have paid membership, are eligible to vote on the topics which will be discussed.
If you have an item you wish to be discussed, please inform Andy or Neal in writing (or any other committee members) no later than 1 week before the AGM so they can be added to the Agenda.
July 2021
From 20th July numbers are now unrestricted and you no longer have to pre book. For the time being, all existing Covid protocols for those attending FLBT will remain in place until further notice.
From 20th July numbers are now unrestricted and you no longer have to pre book. For the time being, all existing Covid protocols for those attending FLBT will remain in place until further notice.
June 2021
We have reviewed the government guidance and are pleased to announce that we are resuming regular racing from 22nd June.
Numbers are still limited, so if you wish to attend on Tuesday, please can you inform FLBT beforehand.
Before attending the club, please ensure that you have read and understood the updated guidance on the website regarding Covid, and the technical rules.
Racing will be as per the published calendar.
We have reviewed the government guidance and are pleased to announce that we are resuming regular racing from 22nd June.
Numbers are still limited, so if you wish to attend on Tuesday, please can you inform FLBT beforehand.
Before attending the club, please ensure that you have read and understood the updated guidance on the website regarding Covid, and the technical rules.
Racing will be as per the published calendar.
June 2021
The committee are currently reviewing the guidance to enable a change in the numbers who can attend Tuesdays, hopefully starting from this Tuesday (22nd June), racing saloon cars.
As soon as we get confirmation, we will let you know about the updates and changes.
The committee are currently reviewing the guidance to enable a change in the numbers who can attend Tuesdays, hopefully starting from this Tuesday (22nd June), racing saloon cars.
As soon as we get confirmation, we will let you know about the updates and changes.
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May 2021
For when we resume regular racing, we now have a full complement of club cars for visitors to the club to use. Many thanks to Gaynor Grant who had asked the committee to find a new home for some of Steves cars. |
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April 2021
See Junes update for the latest FLBT Covid plans.
Regular racing is planned to resume from 22nd June as per the Governments current roadmap. All attendees to the club are to abide by club admission rules which will be driven by government advice. This may require attendees to do things differently to pre-March 2020 such as mandatory face masks hand sanitising etc.
Between May 17th and June 21st, the committee will run a series of invitational shakedown events to check the state of the track, the hall and equipment used by FLBT.
Race format for Tuesday nights from 22nd June onwards will be the core 1/32nd classes and 2hr enduro events only. Race format will be 3 minute Heats and Finals for all core classes.
See Junes update for the latest FLBT Covid plans.
Regular racing is planned to resume from 22nd June as per the Governments current roadmap. All attendees to the club are to abide by club admission rules which will be driven by government advice. This may require attendees to do things differently to pre-March 2020 such as mandatory face masks hand sanitising etc.
Between May 17th and June 21st, the committee will run a series of invitational shakedown events to check the state of the track, the hall and equipment used by FLBT.
Race format for Tuesday nights from 22nd June onwards will be the core 1/32nd classes and 2hr enduro events only. Race format will be 3 minute Heats and Finals for all core classes.
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December 24 2020
It is with sadness that Four Lane Black Top has to report the untimely passing of another of its regular racers, Steve Grant, who died peacefully this morning following a short spell in hospital. Steve was a very keen follower of motor sport, particularly F1, having travelled in the last few years to a number of Grand Prix around the world. He had been a regular attendee at club meetings for over five years and could always be relied upon to get his hands dirty wherever he was able, as well as putting himself out for others when needed. His feisty race night battles with his compatriots will not be forgotten in a hurry and Steve was rarely lost for words when it came to banter! Club members’ thoughts are with his wife Gaynor and all of Steve’s family at this particularly difficult time October 2020
Four Lane Blacktop has lost one of its leading lights. After a short but intense battle, Rob Lees lost his fight against cancer on Wednesday 7 October 2020. He will be remembered for many things and amongst them will be his long-term commitment to slot car racing, not only within the UK but across the world, whatever the style or scale – he knew no bounds. There are one or two FLBT club members who can go back nearly thirty years to when they first met ‘Rocky’ when even then he seemed an old hand at the hobby! Over the years he also put in great efforts to develop and nurture the hobby, including taking on the role of Chairman of BSCRA for a number of years, then latterly Chairman of the FLBT Club, which has steadily evolved to provide a truly diverse variety of slot racing classes, along with a steadily growing and healthy membership. His will be very big boots to fill. FLBT Club members’ thoughts go out to Rob’s family at this sad time MBR 2hr Feb 2020
Winners of the first MBR 2hr of 2020 were Matts Mutts. 2nd was Yer Maun, 3rd MBR and 4th were THORL. Julias House - Donations from Swindon Swapmeet 2020
FLBT wish to thank all those who donated to Julias House at the 2020 Swindon Swapmeet. We raised £182.65. Well done all. Amongst the days winners, Mike Dadson from WHO was willing to have his photo taken, the prize being given by Steve G of FLBT. Many thanks to Graham M for the donation of prizes. |
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