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Welcome to Paulie’s Picks!
Hi, I’m Paul (or Paulie). I grew up in NJ and earned the nickname Paulie. I used to hate the name with a passion, but I have decided to embrace it.
I really want to teach you a skill I've learned the hard way. Trust me…. I pay a lot of tuition to the school of hard knocks! I have earned many PhDs from that school! I hope to help you so I can cut your tuition bill. Your Welcome!
Enjoy my blog about RC car projects, motorcycles/cars, and outdoor travel. Sometimes I even throw in some life lessons.
Grab a chair, sip some coffee, and enjoy my quirky humor. Who knows, you might even learn something along the way, or give a helpful pointer in the comments! Let’s build an encouraging community together!
We built a pinewood derby car called “Gouda Speed,” and it crushed the competition. By studying the rules, learning from rally car strategy, and focusing on weight placement, polished axles, graphite lube, and wheel setup, my son and I created a fast and legal winner. Here’s how we did it—and why the project was about more than just speed.