Midwest Drift Leauge
Racing Competition 2026
What is MDL?
A collaboration of some of the best dedicated tracks across the Midwest.
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This is your chance to drive and compete with some of the best RC drifters the Midwest has to offer!
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Each track participating will host their own series with their own rule set. Those who qualify from each track will gain access to compete at the MDL-Finale in March.
(Location/Date to be announced soon)
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How do I qualify?
Either, Win 1 round @ a participating track -or- compete in half of the series rounds @ a participating track.
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Rule book for the Finale and details coming soon. Rules will closely match SDC 2025 ruleset.
Dates
Round 1 - December 7th
Round 2 - January 4th
Round 3 - January 25th
Round 4 - February 15th
Finale - March 8th (Chicago)​​
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Other Tracks also participating from MN, WI, IN and MI
Rules
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Casa Drift-MDL Rules;
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RWD drive 1/10 scale only, no M-chassis
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Minimum body length 410mm,
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Bumpers required
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Minimum weight 1300g (fully loaded)
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No solid axle chassis, must be independent suspension
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No tire scuffing
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Comp Tire: Yokomo DRC and Shibata 200D​
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Points​
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10 pts for qualifying into the main bracket
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10 pts for each battle won in the feature
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3 pts for each battle won in seeding bracket
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1 pt for Top Qualifier
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Comp Format
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2 Qualifying runs
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Single Bracket Elimination
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Only 1 set of tires allowed for the entire season. You'll need to purchase your first set at Casa Drift and turn them at the end of every round.
Current Points Standings
*Competitors with an asterisk are qualified for the MDL finale in Chicago on March 8th
