UP Crawlers — formally Ultimate Pathfinders RC Crawlers — is one of the Philippines' pioneering RC crawling communities, based in the University of the Philippines area of Quezon City. With over 45,000 followers and years of active community runs, UP Crawlers is a landmark name in Philippine RC crawling.
Their dedicated HQ RC Track in Quezon City is a gathering point for Metro Manila crawlers — a proper community-built track that has hosted countless fun runs, competitions, and casual weekend sessions.
View the full UP Crawlers community profile at rcpinas.com/community-partners/up-crawlers.
Where is UP Crawlers HQ?
UP Crawlers HQ is located in the University of the Philippines area, Quezon City — in the northern part of Metro Manila. The HQ track is their home base for community crawl sessions, club runs, and competitions.
For exact current location and directions, follow UP Crawlers on Facebook or check their page for pinned location posts. As an active community, they regularly post session schedules and venue reminders. Search UP Crawlers HQ on Google Maps or Waze to navigate directly.
What Happens at UP Crawlers Sessions?
UP Crawlers runs a variety of sessions at their HQ track:
- Community crawl sessions — casual weekend runs at the HQ track. Members bring their rigs, run the course, and help each other with builds and setups.
- Fun runs — organized crawling events with gates and simple scoring. Great for newcomers who want structured play without full competition pressure.
- Club competitions — UP Crawlers runs formal competitive events that follow established Philippine RC crawling rules. These are listed on the RCPinas events calendar.
- Build clinics and community support — experienced members often assist with builds, tuning, and advice on the HQ track.
What RC Rigs Run at UP Crawlers?
UP Crawlers is primarily a 1:10 scale RC crawler community. Popular platforms at HQ sessions include:
- Axial SCX10 III and SCX10 Pro
- Traxxas TRX-4 and TRX-4T
- FMS Atlas and Chevy K10
- RC4WD Trail Finder 3
- Redcat Racing Gen9 and Gen8
Tire choice matters at HQ — soft compound tires like Pro-Line G8, Hyrax, or Interco IROK perform best on the natural and man-made obstacles at their track.
How to Join UP Crawlers
UP Crawlers is an open community. To get involved:
- Follow their Facebook page — search "UP Crawlers" on Facebook and follow for session schedules and event announcements.
- Show up at a community session — most weekend sessions are open to visitors and new members. Bring your rig, introduce yourself, and join the run.
- Connect via RCPinas — UP Crawlers events are featured on the RCPinas events calendar so you can RSVP and stay updated.
There's no formal membership fee to participate in community crawl sessions. Some events (like competitions) may have a small entry fee to cover track and prize costs.
What to Bring to UP Crawlers HQ
- Your RC crawler (1:10 scale) — make sure it's fully charged and mechanically sound before you arrive
- 2+ LiPo battery packs — sessions run long; two packs keep you in the game the whole day
- Basic tools — hex drivers (1.5mm, 2mm, 2.5mm), spare links, zip ties
- Water and snacks — outdoor sessions in QC can run 3–4 hours in the sun
- Sunscreen — seriously, the UP area gets full sun exposure in the morning
UP Crawlers in the Philippine RC Community
UP Crawlers is one of the original RC crawler communities in the Philippines — predating most of the clubs and parks that exist today. Their influence on Philippine crawling culture is significant: they helped establish the community-first ethos that defines the local hobby scene.
They are an official RCPinas community partner — one of 30+ verified RC communities and shops on the platform.
Other RC Parks and Tracks Near QC
If you're based in Metro Manila and looking for more crawling venues beyond UP Crawlers HQ, check these nearby spots:
- RC Parks in Metro Manila — Full 2026 Guide
- RCPinas RC Spots Directory — all verified tracks and parks with GPS pins
See you on the trail. 🤙
