We’d like to use this section to thank our sponsors (both past and present) for their true support of not just RC DriftClub, but RC drifting as a whole. Our sponsors see that to help the growth of RC drifting, it takes every company to work together - along with RC DriftClub - forgoing the “manufacturer wars” for the good of RC drifting and all of us who love to RC drift. This is what makes our sponsors awesome, and their involvement in what we’re doing is a joint effort that no one else can duplicate! Please support the following manufacturers and companies:

	Who: HPI Racing What: Winners of numerous world championships under both the HPI and Hot Bodies brands. Gives us tremendous support for all of our events, as they were the first major manufacturer to sign aboard when we started in December ‘06! Sponsorship support: 2006, 2007, 2008
	Who: Tamiya What: One of the most recognized names in all of RC, manufacturers of the TA-05, TT-01D and TB-02 drift chassis; numerous wirld championships with their 41X series. Also the second major manufacturer to sign aboard as sponsors for RC DriftClub when we started in December ‘06. Sponsorship support: 2006, 2007, 2008
	Who: Yokomo What: The first company to produce the “Drift Package”, Yokomo has joined forces with RC DriftClub! Their Drift Master is one of the sought-after chassis in RC drifting, and along with HPI Racing and Tamiya, RC DriftClub is the ONLY organization supported by what we like to call “The Big 3″ of RC drifting! Sponsorship support: 2008
	Who: Team Orion What: Their motors and batteries propel world championship winning racers around the globe. Team Orion was also one of the companies at the forefront of Li-Po technology. Sponsorship support: 2006, 2007, 2008
	Who: KO Propo What: Established in Tokyo, Japan, the Kondo Kagaku Company has a rich history dating way back to 1945, and lives on as KO Propo, with radio systems, servos, ESCs, and more. Sponsorship support: 2006, 2007, 2008
	Who: Castle Creations What: Castle’s “Mamba Max” systems are well known in the drifting scene, especially for their “Castle Link” PC interface for unparalleled tuning ability. Sponsorship support: 2008
	Who: Xtreme RC Cars Magazine What: The only choice for getting the best product reviews, race coverage, how-to’s, and all the jokes, inside stories, and girls you need from an RC mag. Ok - it’s also our day job. So buy the mag, and help with our paychecks. We appreciate it =P Sponsorship support: 2006, 2007, 2008
	Who: Dark Identity What: DI is well known in the RC industry for their colorful and distinct body wraps, internal graphic kits, light sets, and more. Dark Identity will provide the official decal sheets for the 2008 series. Sponsorship support: 2008
	Who: NOS Energy Drink by Fuze What: One of those things we really can’t live without at the office - especially when it comes to deadline week. Most of the staff go through countless cases of this stuff, but hey - at least it tastes good. Now our RC DriftClub members can get a taste of NOS Energy Drink for themselves at our events. Sponsorship support: 2006, 2007, 2008
	Who: Speedtech RC What: Primarily catering to RC racers, Speedtech RC is the place to get the best in RC drifting products! Speedtech RC has been the venue for both our RC Drift Sessions as well as a majority of our Drift Showdown ‘07 events. Stop by and pickup the latest gear. Sponsorship support: 2006, 2007, 2008
	Who: RPM RC Products What: RPM makes upgrades for many popular RC vehicles, as well as their lineup of tools and accessories, such as hex wrenches, camber gauges, pinion gear holders, crystal cases, etc. Sponsorship support: 2008
	Who: Sick Lidz What: Sick Lidz is most well known for their trick-looking custom paint jobs, seen capping off the world’s fastest racers in both on and off-road. They also make the new KaiZoku drift tire. Sponsorship support: 2007, 2008
	Who: Drift RC Magazine What: Drift RC Magazine is the first publication specifically dedicated to RC drifting. They feature product reviews, how-to’s, member galleries, and event coverage. Sponsorship support: 2008
	Who: Speed Way Pal What: Well known from Japan, SpeedWay Pal manufactures drift body sets, wheels, drift accessories, and more, specific to the sliding crowd. Sponsorship support: 2006, 2007, 2008
	Who: Xenon Racing Products What: Xenon Racing Products produces race-geared equipment; from spur and pinion gears, to car stands, carrying cases, battery boxes, tools, etc. Xenon Racing has what every competitor needs. Sponsorship support: 2006, 2007, 2008
	Who: Schumacher Racing / RP Tires What: Schumacher is one of Europe’s premier RC manufacturers, with many wins in both on-road and off-road. The RP Tire brand is well known as one of the best tires to run, in both racing and drifting. Sponsorship support: 2006, 2007, 2008
	Who: MaxAmps What: One of the leaders in LiPo-power for both RC cars, planes, and helicopters, MaxAmps has practically any configuration Li-Po you need, all at great prices. Sponsorship support: 2007
	Who: Slingshot Batteries What: Slingshot Batteries provides voltage to some of the world’s best drivers, including Tamiya’s TRF factory driver Josh Numan, and more. Sponsorship support: 2007
	Who: PTI Racing What: Although more known for their highly popular “Goliath” line of micro monster RC trucks, they also produce touring car bodies, and RC DriftClub Dave has history with them (being the designer of the Goliath). Sponsorship support: 2006, 2007
	Who: Shimizu Racing What: Shimizu Racing are the producers of the Pit Shimizu drift tire and wheel lineup, as well as various chassis accessories. Sponsorship support: 2006, 2007
	Who: Team Integy What: Makes a host of aftermarket parts, tools, and electronics for RC. They have tons of aluminum upgrades, high quality batteries, chargers, and motors, and all the RC tools you can fit in your pitbox. Sponsorship support: 2006, 2007
	Who: East Coast Bodies Tune What: Makers of both drifting and racing products for 1/10-scale touring car chassis. Their initial lineup includes the Concept-D S15 Silvia, FD3S RX-7, and a JGTC-inspired 350Z. They also make molded adjustable wing and accessory sets, and soon C/F parts. Sponsorship support: 2007