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January 11, 2013

Reedy 5700mAh 65C SP LiPo pack

Reedy’s new 5700mAh 65C SP LiPo is intended for use in vehicles that require saddle packs or vehicles where the use of saddle packs creates a handling advantage. Serious racers will appreciate the generous run time and the raw power available on tap. Thanks to its relatively light weight, racers are able to utilize additional ballast to alter their vehicle’s weight distribution to improve handling. A durable hard case helps prevent damage while 4mm socket connectors reduce resistance and allow for short and clean wiring.

Source: Reedy [teamassociated.com]

January 11, 2013

JConcepts B44.2 Monroe carbon battery brace

The Monroe carbon fiber battery brace by JConcepts for the B44.2 addresses all the needs of the racer in one simple package. Constructed in genuine 2.5mm carbon fiber material, the Monroe packs a light-weight punch from the beginning. The slim and light-weight design allows it to swing 90 degree articulation which provides the necessary amount of room to install or remove the saddle battery packs. Security is provided by utilizing the stock hardware with the pivot ball used in the rear and lever / latch system in the front. Swing the lever to open and close and the Monroe provides the room to easily exchange battery packs on the fly.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

January 11, 2013

Dynamite Fuze 70A BL waterproof ESC

The Dynamite Fuze 70A ESC is the newest addition to the Fuze ESC lineup. The ESC is waterproof, completely programmable and comes pre-wired with a high-current EC3 connector. The 70A design makes the ESC extremely robust and will handle the extreme power demands from today’s brushless motors. The ESC will work with most sensorless brushless motors and is 3S LiPo and NiMH compatible. The ESC was designed specifically to work with most on- and off-road 1/10-scale applications.

Source: Dynamite [dynamiterc.com]

January 11, 2013

Xray XB4 free upgrade package

In a commendable display of customer service, Xray will be giving out this upgrade package to current XB4 owners for free. “Despite the long term performance and durability testing to which the Xray XB4 was subjected by the factory and R&D team, several XB4 customers have reported minor issues in crash situations. Xray has been well known to fully stand behind their products and is known for providing first class customer service and support. Even though the reported issues have affected only a small portion of XB4 owners, Xray felt that it would be prudent to provide a free XB4 upgrade package to all XB4 owners through the shop where the kit was originally purchased.”

View more details here

January 11, 2013

Schumacher sign McGee re-sign Grainger & Hofer

Schumacher sign McGee & re-sign Grainger & Hofer

Schumacher Racing would like to welcome Danny McGee back to their off road team. Danny has been racing at the highest level for several years and has won several British national races. Last year he finished 3rd in 4WD and 10th in 2WD in the highly competitive British championship. Danny will be a top contender in 2013 with the Cougar SV2 and the new CAT K1 buggies. In other driver news Schumacher are pleased to announce two of their top On Road drivers have also signed new deals. 2012 Worlds ‘A’ finalist & multi British Champion Chris Grainger and ETS front runner Martin Hofer have re-signed and are greatly looking forward to racing at the highest level and assisting them with development of new products.

View an image of Chris & Robin here

January 11, 2013

Team Orion Vortex VDS2-HV 2607 & 1605 servos

Team Orion have released two brand new servos, the Vortex VDS2-HV 2607 and VDS2-HV 1605. Both servos feature digital high-voltage technology built around a high-performance coreless motor and both are waterproof, robust and precise. In the high-grade plastic/aluminium case for best cooling a set of high-precision full metal quality gears is installed. In combination with the ultra smooth and strong coreless motor these servos will give you the great feeling and reactivity you need to be ahead of your competitors. While the VDS2-HV 2607 is built for high torque applications thanks to a rated torque of 26kg at a speed of 0.07 seconds the VDS2-HV 1605 version is perfect for high-speed usage (0.05seconds/16kg).

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]

January 11, 2013

Xray T4 1.6mm graphite upper deck

From Xray for the T4 is this new graphite upper deck. To generate even more traction, the new 1.6mm top deck was developed to increase traction and in-corner steering. With the thinner top deck, the car will flex more which generates overall more traction. The top deck is a direct replacement for standard 2mm top deck and is suitable for both carpet and asphalt surfaces.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

January 11, 2013

Speedpassion SPMark-I 1/10th scale F1 body

SPSPMark-I-Speedpassion SPMark-I 1/10th scale F1 body

Speedpassion have introduced their new SPMark-I 1/10th scale Formula 1 body. Designed for Formula 1 chassis’, the new SPMark-I body takes customization and tuning to a new level in the rapidly growing 1/10 scale F1 racing segment. Racers have the option of the molded in nose or an optional nose and the body also has a unique molded fan mount directly over the motor area. Along with the optional nose profile, the body includes driver’s helmet, double-sided tape, a decal set and assembly instructions.

View more images of the body here