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August 7, 2012

Dusty start to 1:8 Offroad Euros

There was a very dusty start to 32nd running of the 1:8 Offroad European Championships as drivers took to the Fehring track in Austria today for the first of two free practice runs that make up the opening day’s action for the 5 day event. Forced to abandon the Main final at the Warm-up event back in April due to rain, conditions this time round are extremely dry with a constant cloud of dust hanging over the track. Having also hosted the 1:10 Electric Offroad European Championships just over 3-weeks ago, drivers who competed at those championship said brushes where left at each marshaling post so as the track could be cleaned after each run and this worked well and they are cant see why the same process could not be used this week. Instead the plan for now is to water the track at the end of each night but having been watered last night by the local fire brigade the hot conditions will most likely see any benefit quickly evaporate.

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August 7, 2012

Core RC LiPo battery packs

Schumacher Racing introduce two new Core RC LiPo battery packs in the form of a 2S 4000mAh 20C and a 1S 3200mAh 25C pack. Starting with the 2S offering the saddle pack is great for 2WD and 4WD off-road cars, sports a height of 23.5mm and comes with charging harness and balancer plug. The second new pack, the 1S 3700mAh 25C is ideal for 1/12th circuit racing, sports dimensions of 93×46.6×18.4mm and is build with a lightweight 3200mAh cell.

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August 7, 2012

Spec-R parts storage bag

Spec-R introduce this foldable parts storage bag made from tough fabric. Sporting a large Spec-R logo and Spec-R branded zipper the bag features two compartments for small parts and overall dimensions of 160x105x155mm.

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August 6, 2012

2012 Canadian Off-Road Championships

The weather was perfect for the second annual Canadian Off-Road Champions hosted by Dynamic Hobbies and Sutton Aviation. Drivers from around the world came to the Canadian Capitol for one of the best races of the year for electric off-road. They boasted almost 300 entries with drivers like Lee Martin, the current European Champion, Tom Cockerill from UK, Scott Brown from the US and Michael Schoettler also from the US. Team Associated Scott Brown and Michael Scheottler set the early pace in the practice heats in all five classes they entered, 2WD Modified, Truck Modified, 4WD Modified, 2WD Short Course, and 4WD Short Course. With the tent covering the track it made the conditions extremely consistent. After qualifying Schoettler took the top spot in Truck Modified and 2nd behind Lee Martin in 2WD along with a 3rd in 4WD. Scott Brown found himself on top in both Short Course classes.

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August 6, 2012

Intech BR-6 buggy announced

Intech have just announced the BR-6 1/8th nitro off-road buggy. The successor of the BR-5 kit features many refinements compared to the previous kit in the form of redesigned carbon fibre shock towers, upper steering plate and steering brace, all of which replacing the aluminium parts seen on the BR-5. Also the radio tray received a major make-over as with the BR-6 the battery box is placed in a forward position, a common sight on many of the current nitro buggies. Other new parts include composite plastic chassis braces, updated shock absorbers, centre universal shafts and drive train parts.

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August 3, 2012

Thunder Innovation 32 & 36mm Pro One clutch

Thunder Innovation have released a 32mm steel Pro One clutch system for Kyosho and 36mm steel Pro One clutch system for Durango buggies. The shoe design provides much more contact with the bell and there are three types of flywheel for different track conditions. The light aluminium version is used on high traction surfaces and to provide a little extra bottom end snap from your engine. The medium & heavy versions are used to tune for low traction surfaces, as well as to smooth out low RPM power delivery on engines that have a strong bottom end hit.

Source: Thunder Innovation [thunderinnovation.com]

August 3, 2012

Bill Bridges Benefit Race report

Last weekend was the Bill Bridges Benefit Race hosted by “The Track”. The attendance and atmosphere was great. Practice was cut short on Friday due to rain. On Saturday racers enjoyed three rounds of qualifying and main events for both nitro and electric. Adam Drake and Dakota Phend of TLR were in attendance to show their support for good friend and teammate Bill Bridges. Adam TQ’ed both nitro buggy and nitro truggy. Dakotah Phend TQ’ed 2wd modified buggy and qualified second in nitro buggy. Drake won truck and led the buggy final until just before the start of the final lap where he ran out of fuel after having a fifteen second lead. Dakotah took the win and Drake finished second. Dakotah also won 2wd modified buggy. Everyone had a great weekend of racing and hanging out with Bill and his family. Thanks to all the sponsors and Larry from “The Track” for being such a great host.

Source: TLR [tlracing.com]

August 2, 2012

Chris Bridgewater at ROAR Region 11 champs

This year’s ROAR Region 11 off-road championships were held by Tri-Cities RC in Pasco, WA. With temperatures reaching triple digits, the fresh track layout firmed up quickly and allowed a groove to build quickly during practice. However, late night thunderstorms washed a majority of the groove away, and caused a rain delay Saturday morning. Once the rain had concluded Saturday morning, the track crew had the track ready to go and racing was underway. After 4 rounds of qualifying, Team Associated sat on top in 4WD Modified and Truck Modified, held by Associated driver Chris Bridgewater. Modified 2WD SC TQ was held by privateer Tim Hethcox. Sunday’s main events brought more domination from Team Associated in the Modified classes, with Associated’s Chris Bridgewater taking home the win in Modified 2WD, Modified 4WD, and Modified Truck. Privateer Tim Hethcox also sealed up the win in 2WD Modified Short Course.

Source: Associated [teamassociated.com]