Thursday, February 15, 2007
Axial now imports Active Hobbies product Categories - Axial, Tires, On Road, Products - comments closed
We received word from Axial racing, telling us that they are now the exclusive importers of Active Hobbies products into the US. Active Hobbies are well known in Japan for their quality tyres and have been used to win many major titles over there, and now this same quality product is now available in the USA. The rubber compound used in these tyres not only provides great traction but is also less likely to chunk in comparison to other compounds that are currently on the market. Available in many different compounds and offsets so you can fine tune the setup that works best for your driving style.
Source: Axial Racing [axialracing.com]
Tuesday, January 30, 2007
Much More tyre inserts for Carpet racing Categories - Much More, Accessories, Tires, On Road, Products - comments closed
Much More have released this new tyre inserts that have been specifically made for carpet racing. The MIA-CP is less elastic and lighter than other tire inserts, so they are suitable for use on carpet and they come supplied with powder to decrease friction between tire and insert, so the inserts stay stable inside and won’t be heat up.
Source: Much More [much-more.co.kr]
Thursday, January 25, 2007
Novarossi release branded Kawahara Zac tires Categories - Novarossi, Racing, Tires, On Road, Products - comments closed
Novarossi have announced that have gotten the exclusive distribution rights for Kawahara made tyres in Europe. The new tyres are sold under the Novarossi label and this deal obviously came about due to their connection with Kawahara who are distributors for Novarossi in Japan.
Since 2007 NOVAROSSI WORLD s.r.l. we provide the european market with the best japanese tires that are available, these tires have a equal level of quality as our engines. With that in mind you can expect a tire made with the best possible traction and with less wear. For 1:8 the tires come with hardnesses starting from 30 shore to 42 shore. The 1:10 200mm tires starting at 32 shore to 45 shore. Available for the most populair on-road racing cars. These tires will be sold through your local NOVAROSSI dealer.
Source: Novarossi [novarossi.com]
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
Much More Sap tire conditioner Categories - Much More, Accessories, Tires, Products - comments closed
Much More have released 2 versions of their new odorless tyre conditioner called Blue Sap and Red Sap that has been specifically designed to provide the best grip for rubber tires on carpet tracks. The blue sap provides more grip than the red sap and both can be applied using the supplied brush, just apply a few minutes before the race and wipe off the excess.
Source: Much More [much-more.co.kr]
Tuesday, January 16, 2007
Pro Line extend pre mounted tire range Categories - Pro Line, Tires, Off Road, Products - comments closed
Pro Line have extended their pre mounted range of off road buggy tires to include the very popular M2 Crime Fighter and M2 Bow Tie tires. Coming pre glued on yellow Velocity wheels, it ensures you have more time for tuning your car and spend less time doing tire prep. All tires come with Pro Line insert and are also available mounted on white Velocity wheels.
Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
Panther release new Stadium Truck Tire Categories - Panther, Tires, Off Road, Products - comments closed
Panther have released a new off road tire suitable for Stadium Trucks. Called the Switch 2.0, this tire is dialed-in for indoor clay and blue groove tracks, so mostly US tracks then.
Fits 2.2†truck wheels. The Switch 2.0 center bars will give you the forward bite you need and the square lugs on the sides will give you the steering you need. Like the other Switch 2.0 designs this tire will be the hot ticket on the indoor clay and the blue grove tracks.
Panther also released a new hat too that features a flame design with the Panther logo embroidered on the front. You can check that out here.
Source: RCCA [radiocontrolzone.net]
Saturday, January 6, 2007
Speed Mind Touring car tire holder Categories - Speed Mind, Merchandising, Racing, Tires, Products - comments closed
If you love your touring car tires, and i mean love them, and when the box they came in just wont do, get one of these touring car tire holder bags from Speed Mind. Available in 4 colours they can hold up to 4 tires of 26mm width and are closed using velcro. The end of each bag even sports a place to write down the specs of the tires contained inside.
Source: Powers International [powers-international.com]
Tuesday, November 28, 2006
Axial Cubes 1/8 buggy tires Categories - Axial, Tires, Off Road, Products - comments closed
Axial Racing has released these new 1/8th scale buggy tires called Cubes which are “created for medium packed track conditions, but works well on all surfaces. The blocks allow for great bite and are far enough apart to allow for good clean out in soft loamy conditions. They are sized to fit standard buggy wheels. Low profile sidewall reduces flex in, and is available in two compounds”.
Super sticky soft race compound
Best suited for medium packed track conditions
Low profile sidewall reduces flex in turns
Outside Diameter – 111mm
Inside Diameter – 81mm
Width – 43mm
Source: Axial [axialracing.com]
