Thompson Valley R/C Race Club

06/05/2026

3 weeks until the 23rd Annual Kamloops Summer Classic!

We are currently at 106 entries and counting!

Please get signed up on our registration post
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Bv4T56PzN/

Don't hesistate to message our page with any questions.

05/15/2026

Racing cancelled this weekend! We will make up this race next weekend May 24th then we are back to the regular schedule.

Sorry everyone, this is due to the water main repairs in the area. The city is using the facility to support the residents with potable water. We would not be able to water the track and do not want to occupy the parking lot.

04/28/2026

2026 Outdoor Race Schedule and Specifics noted below.

Location:
Thompson Valley R/C Raceway,
Valleyview Arena
**Race day access is through the side alley/gate

2026 Schedule:
Offroad Days
Sunday, May 3 (Club Race #1)
Sunday, May 17 (Club Race #2)
Sunday, May 31 (Club Race #3)
Sunday, June 14 (Club Race #4)
June 26 – June 28 (Kamloops Summer Classic)
Wednesday, July 8 (Evening Race #1) 6pm-8pm
Wednesday, July 15 (Evening Race #2) 6pm-8pm
Wednesday, July 22 (Evening Race #3) 6pm-8pm
Wednesday, August 12 (Evening Race #4) 6pm-8pm
Wednesday, August 19 (Evening Race #5) 6pm-8pm
Wednesday, August 26 (Evening Race #6) 6pm-8pm
Sunday, Sept 13 (Club Race #5)
Sunday, Sept 27 (Club Race #6)

On-road Days - More Days and Details to come
July/August - Dates/Times to be confirmed
Sept 4 – Sept 6 (End of Summer Challenge)

Race Day Times/Setup
- Gates open approx. 8:00am, and track setup
- Racer registration followed by Drivers meeting at 9:30am
- First race starting at 10:00am
- 1(or 2) qualifier followed by a lunch break
- Double mains to finish the day
- Smoking in designated areas only.
- No drug or alcohol use on facility property. This will result in permanent ban from the Club
- Footwear - Closed-toe shoes are required.
- LiPo Safe charging bags are required for all racers (no charging in cars), enforced by fellow racers
- LiPo battery max voltage per cell will be 4.200V, even for HV rated batteries.

Items to bring
- Extension cord and power bar
- Pit towel or mat large enough to protect tables from damage
- Chair, table, and shade
- Some Tables will be available, but we have limited supply

Look for weekly posts/updates throughout the season. Any questions, please reach out.

04/28/2026

10/30/2025

Hi Everyone,

Indoor Race Schedule and Specifics noted below. Looking forward to getting back to racing.
Location:
OLPH School, Lower Gym
235 Poplar Street, Kamloops
**from Poplar St entrance, head down to lower parking behind the school. Double doors closest to Poplar Street will provide access to the Gym area.

Schedule:
Nov 2nd, and 16th
Dec 7th and 21st
Jan 4th and 25th
Feb 8th and 22nd
Feb 27-Mar 1 Mid Winter Challenge Trophy Race at TCC
Mar 8th
Mar 22nd - Final Indoor Club Race

Race Day Times/Setup
- Doors at 900, and track setup (about 45mins)
- Racer registration followed by Drivers meeting at 10-1030
- 1 qualifier followed by Double Mains
- First Race start 11am, follow with a lunch break, followed by Mains
- Award Ribbons (1st-3rd, Participation), and track pack up.
- Final dry mop of the gym floor and double check facility (garbage, etc)

Safety Items
- No smoking on OLPH School property, AT ALL. Please leave premises. Ensure you clean up accordingly.
- No drugs or alcohol use on OLPH School property. This will result in permanent ban from the Club
- All classrooms, upstairs, and the ‘Child care’ washroom are off limits.
- Indoor footwear - as the weather changes, we will recommend all participants to bring suitable indoor shoes, and be mindful of tracking in mud/snow.
- LiPo Safe charging bags are required for all racers (no charging in cars), enforced by fellow racers
- LiPo battery max voltage per cell will be 4.200V, even for HV rated batteries.
- SXT 3.0 Odourless traction compound only. Out of Town racers will be permitted to use other “odourless” compounds upon approval by RD.

Items to bring
- Extension cord and power bar
- Pit towel or mat large enough to protect tables from staining
- Chair with non-marking feet
- Tables will be available, but we have limited supply/space.

**Space is limited, tables 6ft or larger will be expected to have two racers sharing the space. (2 per table)

Look for weekly posts/updates throughout the season. Any questions, please reach out.

Send a message to learn more

10/03/2025

ANNOUNCEMENT

There was a fire reported at the VV Track facility this morning. Unfortunately, it appears that our main race control booth has been completely lost.

We ask that R/C users stay away from the track today while fire inspectors and crews finish up.

Anyone that may have been to the track over the last 24hrs, please reach out. ..evening if "everything looked fine", we would appreciate you reaching with what time you were there and what you saw.

Thank you.
Jason

Send a message to learn more

04/21/2025

Outdoor Race Schedule and Specifics noted below. Looking forward to getting back to racing.

Location:
Thompson Valley R/C Raceway,
Valleyview Arena
**Race day access is through the side alley/gate

Schedule:

Offroad Days
April 27th – Club Race -Season Opener
May 11th – Club Race
May 25th – Club Race
June 8th –Club Race

**June 20th-22nd – Kamloops Summer Classic**

Sept 14th – Club Race
Sept 28th – Club Race
Oct 12th – Club Race -Weather Dependent

Onroad Days - More Days and Details to come

July/August - Dates/Times to be confirmed

**August 29th-31st – End of Summer Challenge**

Race Day Times/Setup
- Gates open at 900, and track setup
- Racer registration followed by Drivers meeting at 10-1030
- 1(or 2) qualifier followed by Double Mains
- First Race start 11am, follow with a lunch break, followed by reamaining races Mains
- Smoking in designated areas only.
- No drug or alcohol use on facility property. This will result in permanent ban from the Club
- Footwear - Closed-toe shoes are required.
- LiPo Safe charging bags are required for all racers (no charging in cars), enforced by fellow racers
- LiPo battery max voltage per cell will be 4.200V, even for HV rated batteries.

Items to bring
- Extension cord and power bar
- Pit towel or mat large enough to protect tables from damage
- Chair, table, and shade
- Some Tables will be available, but we have limited supply
Look for weekly posts/updates throughout the season. Any questions, please reach out.

09/15/2024

Hi Everyone,

Indoor Race Schedule and Specifics noted below. Looking forward to getting back to racing.
Location:
OLPH School, Lower Gym
235 Poplar Street, Kamloops
**from Poplar St entrance, head down to lower parking behind the school. Double doors closest to Poplar Street will provide access to the Gym area.

Schedule: ***TENTATIVE***
Nov 3rd, and 24th
Dec 8th and 22nd
Jan 5th and 19
Feb 2nd and 23rd
Feb 28-Mar 2 Mid Winter Challenge Trophy Race at TCC
March 23rd - Final Indoor Club Race

Race Day Times/Setup
- Doors at 900, and track setup (about 45mins)
- Racer registration followed by Drivers meeting at 10-1030
- 1 qualifier followed by Double Mains
- First Race start 11am, follow with a lunch break, followed by Mains
- Award Ribbons (1st-3rd, Participation), and track pack up.
- Final dry mop of the gym floor and double check facility (garbage, etc)

Safety Items
- No smoking on OLPH School property, AT ALL. Please leave premises or get in your vehicle. Ensure you clean up accordingly.
- No drugs or alcohol use on OLPH School property. This will result in permanent ban from the Club
- All classrooms, upstairs, and the ‘Child care’ washroom are off limits.
- Indoor footwear - as the weather changes, we will recommend all participants to bring suitable indoor shoes, and be mindful of tracking in mud/snow.
- LiPo Safe charging bags are required for all racers (no charging in cars), enforced by fellow racers
- LiPo battery max voltage per cell will be 4.200V, even for HV rated batteries.
- SXT 3.0 Odourless traction compound only. Out of Town racers will be permitted to use other “odourless” compounds upon approval by RD.

Items to bring
- Extension cord and power bar
- Pit towel or mat large enough to protect tables from staining
- Chair with non-marking feet
- Tables will be available, but we have limited supply/space.

**Space is limited, tables 6ft or larger will be expected to have two racers sharing the space. (2 per table)

Look for weekly posts/updates throughout the season. Any questions, please reach out.

03/23/2024

Outdoor Race Schedule and Specifics noted below. Looking forward to getting back to racing.

Location:
Thompson Valley R/C Raceway,
Valleyview Arena
**Race day access is through the side alley/gate

Schedule:
Offroad Days

April 27th – Club Race -Season Opener
May 11th – Club Race
May 25th – Club Race
June 8th –Club Race

**June 20th-22nd – Kamloops Summer Classic**

Sept 14th – Club Race
Sept 28th – Club Race
Oct 12th – Club Race -Weather Dependent

Onroad Days - More Days and Details to come

July/August - Dates/Times to be confirmed

**August 29th-31st – End of Summer Challenge**

Race Day Times/Setup
- Gates open at 900, and track setup
- Racer registration followed by Drivers meeting at 10-1030
- 1(or 2) qualifier followed by Double Mains
- First Race start 11am, follow with a lunch break, followed by reamaining races Mains
- Smoking in designated areas only.
- No drug or alcohol use on facility property. This will result in permanent ban from the Club
- Footwear - Closed-toe shoes are required.
- LiPo Safe charging bags are required for all racers (no charging in cars), enforced by fellow racers
- LiPo battery max voltage per cell will be 4.200V, even for HV rated batteries.

Items to bring
- Extension cord and power bar
- Pit towel or mat large enough to protect tables from damage
- Chair, table, and shade
- Some Tables will be available, but we have limited supply

Look for weekly posts/updates throughout the season. Any questions, please reach out.

Send a message to learn more

01/21/2024

Club Racing today...