Home of the Race Gate
Race Timer Start/Finish Line and Speedometer with Datalink Output
Designed for Hot Wheels, Matchbox, Tomica, Greenlight, Auto World, Johnny Lightning, Round 2, M2 Machines, Monster Jam and other Diecast Model Cars
Race Timer - starter and finish line, speedometer with race time, winning car, speeds and winning time margin in 1000th’s of a second
Race Gate - Monster Edition
for larger vehicles.
Version 2.2 released July 2024
Designed for Enthusiasts
Suitable for Professionals
Simple enough for Kids
Simply Place and Race
- Place the unit over your track
- Plug in the power
- Race
How It Works
Setup:
Simply place and race!
Place the Race Gate over your track.
Connect the gate to a USB power supply.
Race your cars.
Race Start:
Position your model cars at the starting line.
Initiate the race with the sound and light sequence, just like a real Formula 1 race start.
Race Action:
As the cars race through the finish gate, sensitive sensors will detect and measure the:
Race time,
Winning margin, and
Speed of each vehicle.
The results are displayed on the onboard LCD.
Data Analysis:
For more precise data, connect the Race Gate to a computer via the USB connector. This allows:
Greater precision in timing,
Detailed analysis,
Historical record keeping,
Tuning of car and track setups.
Note: This feature is only available in Datalink and Advanced versions.
No track modifications or long wiring required
Monster Edition suitable for larger diecast cars, Monster Trucks and Monster Jam vehicles
Simply
PLACE
AND
RACE!
Race Timer designed for 1:64 scale diecast cars such as Hot Wheels.
Home of the Race Gate: Race Timer Start / Finish Line and Speedometer for Hot Wheels, Matchbox, Tomica and other diecast model cars.
Discover the excitement of racing with Cook's Projects, where we proudly present the Race Gate, the essential start/finish line and speedometer designed for Hot Wheels, Matchbox, Tomica, and other diecast model cars.
What began as a family DIY project has transformed into a fantastic commercial product, born from a simple need: clarity in racing results. While enjoying countless Hot Wheel car races with my children, I noticed the challenge of determining the winner from being at the starting line—those thrilling moments when cars are launched together and finishing so close it was nearly impossible to declare a champion! Realising there was no existing Hot Wheels product solution, I took matters into my own hands.
That’s how the Race Gate came to life! Through experimentation with innovative electronics and bespoke microchip design, I developed a system that not only spots the winning car but also measures its speed. After showcasing the prototype, the enthusiastic response from friends and social groups motivated me to turn this project into a reality.
Now, the Race Timer Start/Finish Line and Speedometer (affectionately known as the Race Gate) brings joy to diecast racing enthusiasts around the globe. Happy customers in the USA, UK, Canada, France, Germany, Malaysia, Singapore, and China now use our Cook’s Projects Race Gates in their racing set ups.
At Cook’s Projects, we pride ourselves on our exceptional customer support. Visit our product pages to explore customer reviews, videos, and more!
Ready to rev up your racing experience? Head to our STORE to grab your Race Gate while stocks last.
The race is on—how fast will you go?
New Projects in Development
We are thrilled to announce our ongoing commitment to enhancing your racing experience. With careful consideration of customer feedback, we have successfully introduced solutions tailored for larger diecast cars and Monster Trucks. But our innovation doesn't stop there.
We are actively working on cutting-edge solutions for 'fat track' multi-lane diecast racers, CO2 Dragster Racers—often utilized in educational STEM projects—and Scalextric racers. While there are some technical challenges to navigate, our team is dedicated to creating high-quality products that elevate your racing adventures.
Why Choose Our Products?
Versatility: Our solutions cater not only to traditional diecast cars but also to popular categories like Monster Trucks and Scalextric racers, making them perfect for diverse racing scenarios.
Quality Assurance: Each product undergoes rigorous testing and development to meet the highest safety and performance standards, ensuring your family enjoys memorable racing moments.
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Synsytycustoms - Instagram Jan 2023. User since Feb 2022.
“I have one of these Cook’s Projects Race Timers. It’s the best timer on the market and customer service is second to none. It works flawlessly. Best money we ever spent on a timer.
Buy one you won’t be disappointed!”
David L, Oregon, USA Feb 2023. User of Race Timer V2.1 Advanced mph display
“Works as advertised. Love it! Just what I was looking for. Customer service top notch. Very responsive to my request for a unit that displays in mph and got back to me in a timely manner. Very positive experience. They went above and beyond!!!”
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Free entry for all. Just how fast can you go?
See the Latest Features of the Cook’s Projects
Race Timer, Speedometer and Finish Line
in action. Check out this Video…
See the detail on Version 2 of our Race Timer and Speedometer (Mar 2022)
Free Download
You can download our free Excel Spreadsheet to calculate the energy levels of cars. Use the Race Timer or Speedometer mode to assist in fine tuning performance enhancements or have fun with STEM education experiments. Check out the detail by clicking the button.
(Designed for use with the Cook’s Projects Race Timer Finish Line and Speedometer)
To purchase visit our Store.
If you would like further information see our Product pages.
For Customer Reviews visit the Customer Comments page.
If you have any further queries please use the contact us pages.
Watch our original product and concept video (Jun 2021)
Our Race Timer and Speed Measuring prototype for Hot Wheels and other diecast model cars (Feb 2021).
Please note that Cook’s Projects is an independent, family owned startup business and has no affiliation with Mattel, Hot Wheels or Matchbox. Use of the name ‘Hot Wheels’ or ‘Matchbox’ or other brand names is used to describe the type of car that our product is designed for and implies no approval or endorsement of our products from these companies.