Well long awaited summary of the 2011 season, after coming off a high, finishing 4th place in the 2011 Drift Allstars Championship this year, Here a round up of the year from me. massive thank you to my sponsors and friends. be sure to click the "like button" on my fan page www.facebook.com/bradlightningmcqueen
enjoy
Friday 2 December 2011
Monday 18 July 2011
**VisitMalta.com**
here you will see togethia tv with there amazing short film about malta. with an interview with myself!! big thanks to all involved
Togethia – Visit Malta featuring The Drift Allstars 2011 from Togethia on Vimeo.
Tuesday 5 July 2011
**Drift Allstars Malta 10th-12th June 2011 Part One**
My team and I left a cold rainy England on the Thursday before event weekend and arrived in a sunbathed Malta late morning, where temperatures were already creeping up to 28 degrees. We spent the afternoon exploring St.Julians and getting ourselves settled in to what would be home for the next 10 days.
Friday soon arrived and Team McQueen were in need of a vehicle and fast! Team mate Dan and I did a lengthy tour on foot of the surrounding area. We were in search of a vehicle large enough to carry 8 (We had in mind a minibus). Instead we landed ourselves an awesome Suzuki Gypsy.
After trying to read a map with no roads on it in a car with no roof or windows, we arrived at The Ta’Qali National Stadium an hour and a half later. The track looked amazing. The set up of the event was already beginning to look amazing. I had left my car in a car park in London to finally be reacquainted in Malta. She was extremely dusty and in desperate need of a good clean, not a Problem with the amazing FastWax from www.autobright.co.uk but it was certainly exciting to see her again.
The day continued as relaxed as it began. The amateur Maltese drivers were out first for practice. This gave me a chance to assess the track for its full potential and spot a few drivers who may be competition. Pro driver practice began at 6pm and continued through to 11.30pm. It seemed so strange to be doing practice so late at night under such powerful floodlights. The atmosphere was chilled and nobody was feeling under pressure. All drivers were awaiting the events of the next 2 days…
Saturday began with all drivers taking a sightseeing bus tour of Malta. We drove around some of the most beautiful coastline I have ever seen. All were in anticipation of seeing the huge billboards advertising the event. We stopped at Golden Bay, a fantastic beach with golden sands and the bluest of waters. I had an interview with Gemma Hunt for Togethia TV, in which she asked me about my excitement and expectations of the event and my thoughts on Malta as a whole.
We arrived back at track at 2pm, giving me a chance to clean the car and await my teams arrival. Practice began shortly after drivers briefing. Unfortunately, on my 3rd run after a pretty sick wall tap, the car started to suffer with lack of power. We tried numerous solutions to rectify the problem but to no avail. It came to my attention at around midnight that my second boost pipe from turbo had a tear, which resulted in the car losing boost pressure. On hand was Chris Cauchi, a local lad originally from Australia, who piped up and said that he had a puncture repair kit that may work. We agreed to meet him the next morning to give it a go. We also spoke to Zisco Pro fabricators, who told me that they might be able to get a hose match for the next day. We were all fingers crossed either solutions would work. Off to bed we went…
Friday soon arrived and Team McQueen were in need of a vehicle and fast! Team mate Dan and I did a lengthy tour on foot of the surrounding area. We were in search of a vehicle large enough to carry 8 (We had in mind a minibus). Instead we landed ourselves an awesome Suzuki Gypsy.
After trying to read a map with no roads on it in a car with no roof or windows, we arrived at The Ta’Qali National Stadium an hour and a half later. The track looked amazing. The set up of the event was already beginning to look amazing. I had left my car in a car park in London to finally be reacquainted in Malta. She was extremely dusty and in desperate need of a good clean, not a Problem with the amazing FastWax from www.autobright.co.uk but it was certainly exciting to see her again.
The day continued as relaxed as it began. The amateur Maltese drivers were out first for practice. This gave me a chance to assess the track for its full potential and spot a few drivers who may be competition. Pro driver practice began at 6pm and continued through to 11.30pm. It seemed so strange to be doing practice so late at night under such powerful floodlights. The atmosphere was chilled and nobody was feeling under pressure. All drivers were awaiting the events of the next 2 days…
Saturday began with all drivers taking a sightseeing bus tour of Malta. We drove around some of the most beautiful coastline I have ever seen. All were in anticipation of seeing the huge billboards advertising the event. We stopped at Golden Bay, a fantastic beach with golden sands and the bluest of waters. I had an interview with Gemma Hunt for Togethia TV, in which she asked me about my excitement and expectations of the event and my thoughts on Malta as a whole.
We arrived back at track at 2pm, giving me a chance to clean the car and await my teams arrival. Practice began shortly after drivers briefing. Unfortunately, on my 3rd run after a pretty sick wall tap, the car started to suffer with lack of power. We tried numerous solutions to rectify the problem but to no avail. It came to my attention at around midnight that my second boost pipe from turbo had a tear, which resulted in the car losing boost pressure. On hand was Chris Cauchi, a local lad originally from Australia, who piped up and said that he had a puncture repair kit that may work. We agreed to meet him the next morning to give it a go. We also spoke to Zisco Pro fabricators, who told me that they might be able to get a hose match for the next day. We were all fingers crossed either solutions would work. Off to bed we went…
Monday 23 May 2011
Tuesday 3 May 2011
**Round One Drift Allstars Teesside 25th April**
After what seemed like an extremely long off season, my sponsors, my team and I set off on our longest journey yet to Teesside Autodrome. We left for an eventful trip early Sunday morning arriving mid afternoon. My sponsor, Rob Chillingworth, and I set up that evening ready for Monday, the first time I'd driven since Silverstone in September last year.
We were at track bright and early that morning to get the final preparations finished: The car was polished and I was eager to get going.
Practice was interesting to say the least! I think it's fair to say I was pushing the car to its limits with my initiations in to the first corner. One of my ambitious flicks backfired, and I was informed immediately after impact on the tyre wall, "You were going at 78mph!!" That wasn't too clever! Bonjour whiplash! The trip back on a tow rope was demoralising and I seriously believed that that was it, the opening round was over for my team and I.
I got back to the pits to a flurry of bodies, all set on getting me back on track. I was strictly told by Mr. Jon Stevens to "Sit down and shut up" as I told them it wasn't possible, a hole in the radiator wasn't fixable. The determination of my friends/team was amazing! A clever use of a bonnet pin to plug the hole, and a trip to halfords for essentials and I was left gobsmacked. When I heard my car start from the other end of the pits, my heart started pumping for qualifying. They truly made the impossible, possible! Thank you guys!
And so, qualifying began. I had an extra practice lap as I'd missed an hour and a half of practice. I took the first run as a quick test to make sure the car was ok and off I went. My line around the long sweeper was perfect, and the small issue of a spin on the first hair pin wasn't enough to dampen my spirits or let my team or myself down. I was focused. My first judged run was pretty good, I knew I just need to tighten up on the hair pins, which I did on my second judged run. SHWEEETT!! LOADSA SMOKE!! =]
I managed to qualify an awesome fifth and was placed in a Top 16 battle against the French Drift Champion Benjamin Boulbi. Admittedly, I put my all in to the battle but it just wasn't quite enough.
Still, I currently sit 9th in the championship and well on the way to being ready for Round 2 at Sunderland on the 15th May. Few more touch ups on the car and she will be looking as good as new, as for me? I'm ready for Round 2 now!!
**JUST ANOTHER QUICK LITTLE THANK YOU TO EVERYONE THAT MADE ROUND ONE POSSIBLE: A BIG THANKS TO MY SPONSORS CUBED CREATIVE, AUTOBRIGHT, CR TURBOS, PURE PERFORMANCE AND PARTICULARLY MR ROB CHILLINGWORTH OF OUCH TATTOO STUDIO. I WOULD LOVE TO NAME EVERY MEMBER OF MY TEAM AND EVERYONE THAT HELPED OUT, BUT I'LL BE HERE A LIFETIME! YOU ALL KNOW WHO YOU ARE! =]**
Video Credits: Sykopaf, You tube
Photo Credits: Gabi Villar, Peter Bartle, Callum Craddy.
Monday 28 March 2011
**New Off Season Video**
Saturday dan buck joyce came down and paid a visit to me and the boys at ouch tattoo studio.
Enjoy...
Enjoy...
JDM Off Season Report - Brad McQueen from Low Brain TV on Vimeo.
Friday 11 March 2011
**T SHIRTS NOW AVAILABLE**
Massive thank you to Julian Barnes at Low Brain Drifters for Making this Amazing T shirt Avaliable to you all!!
Buy them direct today from http://lowbraindesigns.3dcartstores.com/
Monday 28 February 2011
Sunday 20 February 2011
**AWESOMEFEST 2011**
AwesomeFest™ 2011 will take place next year on the 29th-31st of July 2011 at Mallory Park, LE9 7QE, United Kingdom.
Official Website: http://www.awesomefest.co.uk/
Link to the official Facebook Event Page
Buy your weekend pass (£35) here: AwesomeFest Weekender Pass
Day passes may become available next year but Weekenders will offer significantly better value.
What your Weekend pass gets you access to ride your own boards, bikes and MotoX'es on:
> Entry to the entire event, Friday to Sunday.
> All camping (family camping available also). Lockers available for valuables during the day.
> The huge Fearless BMX and Skate Ramp park being custom built.
> MotoX jump and track access
> Mini Moto X jump and track access
You can also see:
> Wall of Death
> Free Funfair
> Club Stand parking
> The Circus Bigtop, 3000 person capacity with Music and Bar
> Gigantic Music festival tent for the AwesomeFest Party on Saturday night
> Full Access to the whole event
This means you can RIDE your own boards, BMX's, and MotoX bikes.
If you want to drift:
> ANYONE can drift in their own car. Car must be RWD. No non drifters or FWD cars allowed. Similar format to FCD:MP events. Non road legal cars are allowed on track but must be in a safe and roadworthy condition, no coolant or oil leaks, no flailing bodywork etc.
> Track time will be sold in 15 minute sessions for a great value price.
> You will be able to buy multiple sessions.
> TRACK TIME IS NOT YET AVAILABLE TO BUY, this will come in April / May 2011
> All drivers will have to pass a breathalyser.
> Tyre changing and part worns will be available from on site tyre changers.
Pro Drivers:
> There will be a night time battle demo on Saturday night. You will be approached privately and invited seperately to take part in this.
> There will be pro cars giving passenger rides for a nominal fee for the whole of Saturday and Sunday - your chance to sit with the best drivers in the best cars.
CAMPING
Camping is included with your weekender pass.
There will be a quiet campsite that is family friendly.
Club Stands
Club stands will be available. All cars will have to purchase a weekender ticket as normal. Club stands will cost no extra and can be arranged through the AwesomeFest email line or Website (Online from December 2010).
Trade Stands
Trade stands will be available and will be able to bearranged through the AwesomeFest email line or Website (Online from December 2010). Please standby for details.
Hotels and Travel
We have booked all the local hotels and will be able to offer extremely competitive rates for everyone.
Coaches will be doing regular travel journeys from Birmingham East Midlands airport and local rail stations for those without cars or flying from abroad.
Food and Drink
A huge 3000 person festival marquee will be in place with bars, food courts (with decent food at decent prices), and we are in the middle of arranging some awesome live music for the evening.
AwesomeFest Party 2011
On Saturday night (30th) after the track shuts at 6pm the AwesomeFest Party will begin.
When night falls, the 1 hour night battle will take place on the circuit.
MEDIA PASSES
Media passes for full event access will be available for press and photographer / videographers. A media centre with Wifi internet will be provided. Media pass applications can be made through the website at http://www.awesomefest.co.uk/press-media/
Official Website: http://www.awesomefest.co.uk/
Link to the official Facebook Event Page
Buy your weekend pass (£35) here: AwesomeFest Weekender Pass
Day passes may become available next year but Weekenders will offer significantly better value.
What your Weekend pass gets you access to ride your own boards, bikes and MotoX'es on:
> Entry to the entire event, Friday to Sunday.
> All camping (family camping available also). Lockers available for valuables during the day.
> The huge Fearless BMX and Skate Ramp park being custom built.
> MotoX jump and track access
> Mini Moto X jump and track access
You can also see:
> Wall of Death
> Free Funfair
> Club Stand parking
> The Circus Bigtop, 3000 person capacity with Music and Bar
> Gigantic Music festival tent for the AwesomeFest Party on Saturday night
> Full Access to the whole event
This means you can RIDE your own boards, BMX's, and MotoX bikes.
If you want to drift:
> ANYONE can drift in their own car. Car must be RWD. No non drifters or FWD cars allowed. Similar format to FCD:MP events. Non road legal cars are allowed on track but must be in a safe and roadworthy condition, no coolant or oil leaks, no flailing bodywork etc.
> Track time will be sold in 15 minute sessions for a great value price.
> You will be able to buy multiple sessions.
> TRACK TIME IS NOT YET AVAILABLE TO BUY, this will come in April / May 2011
> All drivers will have to pass a breathalyser.
> Tyre changing and part worns will be available from on site tyre changers.
Pro Drivers:
> There will be a night time battle demo on Saturday night. You will be approached privately and invited seperately to take part in this.
> There will be pro cars giving passenger rides for a nominal fee for the whole of Saturday and Sunday - your chance to sit with the best drivers in the best cars.
CAMPING
Camping is included with your weekender pass.
There will be a quiet campsite that is family friendly.
Club Stands
Club stands will be available. All cars will have to purchase a weekender ticket as normal. Club stands will cost no extra and can be arranged through the AwesomeFest email line or Website (Online from December 2010).
Trade Stands
Trade stands will be available and will be able to bearranged through the AwesomeFest email line or Website (Online from December 2010). Please standby for details.
Hotels and Travel
We have booked all the local hotels and will be able to offer extremely competitive rates for everyone.
Coaches will be doing regular travel journeys from Birmingham East Midlands airport and local rail stations for those without cars or flying from abroad.
Food and Drink
A huge 3000 person festival marquee will be in place with bars, food courts (with decent food at decent prices), and we are in the middle of arranging some awesome live music for the evening.
AwesomeFest Party 2011
On Saturday night (30th) after the track shuts at 6pm the AwesomeFest Party will begin.
When night falls, the 1 hour night battle will take place on the circuit.
MEDIA PASSES
Media passes for full event access will be available for press and photographer / videographers. A media centre with Wifi internet will be provided. Media pass applications can be made through the website at http://www.awesomefest.co.uk/press-media/
Tuesday 25 January 2011
Ouch Tattoo Studio move to new exciting shop
Well the weekend has past and i made a visit down to Ouch Tattoos Walham Abbey to see how the move to the new shop were going and in my honest opinion he new place looks amazing, bigger and better.
Our wonderful but extremely modest official Blog Photographer Gabi Villar took some photos of the action of the move.
The new shop consist of a new piercing room, and 3 Tattooing areas, new waiting room.
more updates to come.
And a big opening day TBC
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