New Color Format - Beginning with this issue, the Journal takes on a whole new look and way of showcasing the cars, tracks, and sport of HO racing....We know you’ll like it!

"Wheelspin" - An editorial that touches on ways of moderating downforce and grip for an even better racing program....

New Stuff - All the latest releases from Tomy, Tyco, et al at the New York Toy Fair....plus more.....

"The Brass Wars, Part III" - Dave Ferguson wraps up this feature series with a look at the earliest Pro magnet cars and the "last of the brass"......

Plus - the Western States Championship - Full wrap race report and two-page color collage on what has become the biggest, best-attended and most enjoyable HO event in the country!

Looking Back - We dissect the Russell Maxx, a true misnomer for performance. Complete with in-depth background and some humorous anecdotes as well.....

Track Spotlight - Keith Falco’s awesomely fast (and cover feature) "Slot Dudes" club layout....plus Wayne Torman’s "Kami-Krossie" - a scratchbuilt four-lane (yes, FOUR-LANE) crossover track section.

Plus - Mail Chute, Q&A, and more...