Garry Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 It was with shock and great sadness that CML learned of the passing of Dez Chand this week in a tragic road accident. For well over ten years CML worked with Dez, from his time as Radio Race Car Magazine Editor to more recent projects such as in-house brand product testing and evaluation, writing instructions, photography and video. When he wasn't out riding his Honda motorcycle (he was class champion in his younger years) he was championing classes such as Formula One, Motorcycles and Brushless 1/8th to name but a few. A true r/c hobbyist he was just as enthusiastic now, as he was back in the late 1990's when we first met him. A popular face on the Midlands circuit, he was synonymous with his Coca-Cola styled red and white body colours (he was an avid fan of all things Coke), and was a larger than life character that was only too willing to help others trackside and pass on his extensive knowledge of the hobby. Dez was someone who put a lot more into the hobby, than he probably ever got out and those that knew him will sorely miss him and his infectious enthusiasm. Our condolences and thoughts are with his family at this very difficult time. Close friends have suggested running Coke logos/colours on their cars when racing this weekend. We to would like to further support that and any event that may be organised in the coming months in his memory. Gone but not forgotten. Rest in peace Dez. Source CML. I'd like to echo the comments of CML and the whole UK RC scene, this news has hit a lot of people hard as Dez was one in a million. He never ignored anyone who needed a hand with advice or things trackside. He helped me personally with cameras and pointed me in the right direction with my photos on a regular basis. During his time in charge of Radio Race Car magazine, he championed the less-known classes of RC such as Micros, Rock Crawlers, and his real passion, RC bikes. He was a regular of those race series when time allowed, and without his input, RRCI wouldn't be in the position is it today. I'm really going to miss seeing him around. RIP Dez. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dom C Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 Nice little right up there Garry, Such a shame helped me get started in RC rock crawling and rc in general, A really helpful nice bloke whenever I was at the track with him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twisty Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 No way Stunned. RIP Dez,you will be well missed. Condolences to his family and many friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biggusditchus Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 (edited) I met Dez through the crawling scene, he supported us through the magazine and personally and took part this is his crawler from the 2009 crawler nationals. Dez, you will be missed by us all. My thoughts to your family and freinds, goodbye chap. Edited November 16, 2011 by biggusditchus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freeprawn Posted November 16, 2011 Share Posted November 16, 2011 Totally shocked I never met Dez personally but we have lost a great ambasador for the RC scene. It was his writings, in print and online, that his passion and enthusiasum shone through and gave me the insight and inspiration to try stuff away from the norm. Gonna be sadly missed. Deepest sympathy to friends and family. Nige. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TerrorTrooper Posted November 17, 2011 Share Posted November 17, 2011 Doesn't look that old. Such a tragic loss. R.i.p and condolences to family and friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biggusditchus Posted November 17, 2011 Share Posted November 17, 2011 Doesn't look that old. Such a tragic loss. R.i.p and condolences to family and friends. He was 45. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevie.no1 Posted November 17, 2011 Share Posted November 17, 2011 Rip Dez. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joshyjol Posted November 17, 2011 Share Posted November 17, 2011 It was only yesterday that I was watching the dvd he produced that went out with an issue of RRCI, UK Micro challenge. RIP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOFX Posted November 17, 2011 Share Posted November 17, 2011 RIP mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kpowell911 Posted November 17, 2011 Share Posted November 17, 2011 Genuinely shocked at this Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hyper_8_racer Posted November 18, 2011 Share Posted November 18, 2011 rip mate. you will be sadley missed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garry Posted November 29, 2011 Author Share Posted November 29, 2011 Press release by Coventry Model Car Club: Coventry Model Car Club would like to announce the below special meeting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dom C Posted November 29, 2011 Share Posted November 29, 2011 Press release by Coventry Model Car Club: Just read that too, I will be attending on the sunday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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