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February 4, 2015

Serpent S120 LTR 1/12th scale kit

Serpent introduce the S120 LTR kit, the latest incarnation of the company’s popular 1/12th scale platform. The refined car features an updated front end with better adjustability and a new, innovation rear centre pivot system. Starting with the front end, the LTR features new upper arms and updated steering blocks that do away with the horizontal upper pivot ball in favour of a more standard looking system that allows for easier kingpin angle changes using inserts. Going to the rear end the LTR sports a totally new central pivot system that mounts to the rear upper brace rather than the main chassis as with most of today’s link-type cars. The design is meant to do away with binding issues while creating improved sidelink action. Along with the updated rear end design goes a new shape chassis and rear lower pod plate that allows to run the side springs in an inner or an out position. The kit is rounded out by a new centre shock bracket, new low centre of gravity rear pod brackets and it will become available by mid-February.

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February 4, 2015

Schumacher Wide Stagger Rib & Mini Pin 2 tyres

Schumacher introduce two new 1/10th off-road tyres, adding to their expanding range of tyres for multiple track conditions. Firstly the new 4WD wide front Stagger, this tyre has been developed for high grip astro and carpet surfaces and aimed at providing more grip whilst keeping stability associated with the staggered rib tyre. The 2.2 inch diameter tyre is suitable for 4WD and 2WD medium wheels and it is available in the Schumacher yellow compound for dry conditions and also inthe softer Silver rubber for damp and wet conditions. If you wish to skip that gnarly gluing job the yellow compound tyre is also available pre-mouted on the 4WD Flexlite 12mm hex wheel.

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February 4, 2015

Martin Hofer joins Yokomo for 2015

Yokomo have announced that Touring Car racing stalwart Martin Hofer will be returning to the team. The 2011 ETS Pro Stock Champion is an ETS A-final regular, and a top contender at any major race he attends. Bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and experience to the team, Yokomo are excited to have him on board. He has this to say:

I am very happy to be part of Team Yokomo, again. This return feels a lot like coming home, back to what is one of the most professional teams in our sport. I am really looking forward to putting my knowledge and experience to good use. Aiming to give the competition a run for their money, the ETS Rd2 will be a debut I’m very excited about. Special thanks to Toni Rheinard and everyone at Team Yokomo for making this adventure happen. Stay tuned!

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

February 4, 2015

Scorpion anti-slip foam pit mat

Scorpion introduce their new anti-slip pit mat that not only protects the pit table or workbench surface, it also keeps parts from rolling away thanks to the specially structured PVC foam material. The black, waterproof material is environmental-friendly, 2mm thick and it offers a cushioning effect so dropping heavy parts such as motors or battery packs not necessarily leads to havoc caused on parts or the working surface. The mat measures 750x820mm, it comes printed with yellow Scorpion graphics and it is available now.

Source: Scorpion [scorpionsystem.com]

February 4, 2015

Tamiya Dark Impact White Version kit

Coming this March is Tamiya’s Dark Impact White Version 4WD buggy kit. The standard, “dark” version of the shaft-driven 4WD buggy is around for some years now with the limited edition White Version sporting all-white plastic parts such as the chassis, gearboxes, suspension parts and CVA shocks. The DF-03 chassis kit will include a full set of ball bearings as well as front and rear ball differentials.

Source: Tamiya [tamiya.com]

February 4, 2015

Capricorn aluminium servo arms

Capricorn introduce new aluminium servo arms for 1/8th and 1/10th nitro and electric cars. The anodised levers are available in two different single and one dual arm designs for the steering and throttle/brake duties on EP and GP cars. The servo horn replace the standard plastic parts with more durable, rigid and precise parts and they come for the use with KO, JR and Sanwa or for Futaba/Robbe servo splines.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

February 4, 2015

Viktor Wilck announces departure from Tamiya

Viktor Wilck leaves Tamiya

Joining team mate Jilles Groskamp, top Swedish racer Viktor Wilck has also announced that he has left Team Tamiya TRF. The multiple ETS race winner and Worlds finalist leaves the team following 7 years, his entire professional career, with a decision on his next move not yet known. Running for Serpent in Nitro onroad, could we see him make a switch to also running for them in the ISTC class? Viktor had this to say about his departure:

As of today I will not be driving for Tamiya anymore! I have decided not to renew my contract for the 2015-2016 season. I must say its with mixed feelings I leave Tamiya after 7 years. I raced for Tamiya my whole professional RC career so far and I can’t thank all the people at Tamiya enough for the dedication and support the last years. I’m sure TRF will always stay strong and play an important part in RC and I’m sad to leave all my teammates Marc, Jilles, Satoshi, Kiyo, Takayuki and Akio who become like family to me and I wish them all the best for the future!

February 4, 2015

Tyler Jones wins 4WD Mod Buggy at Serpent Challenge

The first annual Serpent Challenge at Lesiure Hours Raceway in Joliet, IL, was a one day race that brought in 245 of the fastest racers from several states. In 4WD Modified Buggy class Tyler Jones would lay down the fastest runs to capture the TQ spot and later on the win in the A-main. Rounding out the podium would be Austin Horne in 2nd and Brett Kingsbury in 3rd.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]