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jbear ...that track was custom build for a hobby kiosk operator in New York. It is MicroSizer class (12" width on straight) and had the most expensive options including the green interior trim and cost about $299. In my view, the rail bracing was way overkill for Microsizers, but it was cost-no-object one-off...although it would be great for 1/43 scale Spec 2. It is only 6'x8' in size and is one of the smallest tracks we have built.
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Let me know what type of cars you are running (different classes have different lane widths).
Before buying/making any track (ours, our competitors, or home-made) you need to think about the following:
How much space can you alot (any cars Mini-Z class or above in size need room to "unwind" especially if you plan on modding the car. The track should have a long straight to gain top speed (and test your abilities going into the first corner) .
Other points to consider: 1) too technical (too many corners) = less head-to-head racing and slower top speeds...the racing world is split on this point (i.e. Nascar vs. F1) ..both types have their merits. But if you want technical, then you do need the space, as driving a technical "short" track is not much fun. Finally, long & narrow is MUCH better than square or "short and fat". The reason? ...you want to be able to reach a diablabled or flipped car without walking on the track. Therefore, 10' wide is best for Mini-Z as you can reach cars from the perimeter of the track without walking on it.
Our most popular layout for small and medium size tracks (to 20' in lenght) is a single chicane with a long oval conversion option. This gives both an F1 and oval "middle ground" that really tests your ability to find the best racing line and will help you improve your setup and driving skills.
Larger tracks (28') can have multiple chicanes and hairpins.
So...let me know the class of car and the room you have available. I can then price and offer layout suggestions (yes, the Ozite surface allows for any layout if you add rails etc.). These suggestions will work for you if decide on our system, or even our competitors or home-made ...the suggestions are simply based on my experiece as a track designer and builder (400+ tracks). the feedback from our customers, and racing on full-scale tracks.
Sorry for such a long explanation ...but you really need to address the space issue before you decide on a track or design. --Lorne
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