Meet the RRCi Crew
Meet the crew of Radio Race Car International.
Peter Gray - Editor
A gadget nut since the 80’s, my love of technology started with building my first computer (a ZX80) from a kit and racing a Mardave Mini while still at school. Electric Off road then took hold with the classic Sand Scorcher, Hot-Shot and RC-10. After working as an Engineering Modelmaker and Shoe Designer throughout the 90’s I then got back into RC cars and modelmaking. Spurred on and encouraged by Dez, I then got into 1/5 th bikes, Heli’s and all types (and scale) of On and Off Road cars. My nickname has always been ‘Madpete’ from my BMX, Skateboarding and Snowboarding days, and if a review car can survive me at the controls, it’s pretty tough. I’ve been writing for RRCi for a while now and enjoy every moment of what we do to create the magazine. More recently I got the Rock Crawling bug leading me to write the RRCi Special and Co-present the RRCi Rock Crawling DVD. I also write as Contributing Editor for an online technology and gaming magazine Phonica UK, so if I’m not running a RC car, I’m reviewing the latest phone, gadget or computer game!
Pete.Gray@traplet.com
Claire Alley - Advertising Sales ExecutiveClaire has been with Traplet Publications since 2008 after graduating from Portsmouth University with a degree in Media Studies and Creative Arts. For the last 18 months she has dealt with all advertising sales enquiries for Radio Race Car, and now also looks after the Advertising copy that comes in for all 13 of our publications! If you are interested in promoting your business, product or brand, either on the website or in the magazine, then please fell free to drop Claire an email at
Claire.Alley@traplet.com or call 01684 588517 for a chat!
Simon Hamblett - Graphic DesignerI was captured from my native island where design munkeys swung free from tree to tree. My new home at Traplet Towers has introduced me to new technologies and I have wrapped my primate arms around the worldwide web with mucho gusto! I still keep in touch with my fellow munkey brothers on MyFace, simples!
Seb Harvey - Web DeveloperSeb joined Traplet Publications in 2008 as the Web Developer after graduating from Aston University with a degree in Computer Science. He project managed the relaunch of the Radio Race Car International website in 2009, alongside Pete and Simon. Along with the websites, Seb looks after much of Traplet Publications' internal IT architecture.
Tom Stephenson - Operations DirectorTom has worked with Traplet Publications since 2002 following his motorcycle ride from Tokyo to London prior to joining the family business. He has worked his way through the company, initially being involved within the Despatch and Accounts departments. For two years he was involved within the Video Production department, editing and filming Traplet DVDs. He has been Operations Director for Traplet since 2006 and now deals with most areas of the business, including Sales and Marketing issues. Tom’s involvement within the company will ensure the continuity that many of our customers have enjoyed over the years.
Tony Stephenson - Managing DirectorTony founded Traplet Publications in 1981 with the launch of our first magazine title, Radio Race Car International, which he edited. During his time with the company, Tony has overseen the launch of another dozen magazine titles, a specialised plans and parts service for RC models, books and DVDs. Tony enjoys interacting with our customers as he often can be found at events around the world, including the popular Florida Jets.