How to Jump an RC Car

Jumping an RC car is something that nearly every single racer and car lover tries at one point or another. Racers even find that most tracks use jumps, with some tracks implementing a number of these spots on the track. They're unavoidable, but if you learn how to do them properly, they can also be a lot of fun.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Make the right adjustments to help your car handle jumps. The last thing you want is to see your car flipped on its top, unable to turn back over.

2. Practice smaller jumps in your backyard or at the local park before trying it on a track. This gives you the chance to see if your RC car can jump or if it needs more work.

3. Reduce the throttle when you approach a hill or jump. This helps the car stay smooth when it starts the jump instead of hitting the other side.

4. Line your car up with the hill a few seconds before you reach it. You'll want to approach the jump at the exact right spot, which is usually the middle.

5. Adjust the car as it's in the air by estimating how it will land. Increase the throttle if it looks off balance or if the car might crash.

6. Turn on the brakes if it looks like the car's lower end is too close to the ground. It might look as if the back end is dipping down.

7. Use the right suspension and the right chassis to handle jumps. You want the car to sail smoothly over the jumps, not crash on the other side of the hill.

Tips & Warnings

• Ask the local track if you can practice a few jumps on their track before a race or on a different day. If you're new to racing, you'll need as much practice as possible.