Dynamite’s new Passport UltraPower 150w DC charger represents the ultimate in versatility and power. With features like 150 watts of charging power, 7-Amp charge / 5-Amp discharge rates, 1-5C charge ability, multi-chemistry compatibility and more, the Passport UltraPower 150w DC charger is perfect for intermediate to advanced RC surface enthusiasts.
During the weekend of the 19th to 20th March was held 24hr race with 1/10 electric 2wd GT cars on carpet in sports hall in Rtyne v Podkrkonosi, Czech Republic. Cars were powered by 21,5T motors and had to use controlled LRP CPX tires. Only 4 sets of tires were allowed to use during the whole race. Eight teams with six drivers and one mechanic attended this premier year. With 5098 laps won Dodo Team & Ovci farma. Second team RC Blansko was 85 laps back and the third team RC Team Rychvald was only 17 laps behind. The winning team achieved distance more than 630 kilometers.
New from OFNA the Nexx10sc is a high performance 4×4 Short Course truck. Featuring pivot ball suspension for smooth handling characteristics, predictable drive and durability, three sealed oil filled differentials supply the traction to the all wheel drive system putting the power to the ground. The independent front and rear suspension and oil filled shocks add great stability and will help you blast through rough terrain with ease. The Nexx10SC also has new full size (2.2″/3″) short course wheels with detailed styling, while the ‘Bar and Peg’ tire has an aggressive feel. The full size short course body with realistic detail and fender clearance give this truck the authentic look.
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This weekend brings the much anticipated start to the Short Course Showdown Nation Wide Tour. The Tour, being promoted and organized by Scotty Ernst, is a 4 event tour that will bring Short Course racing to 4 different tracks across the United States. Tour date number 1 will be held at RC Excitement located in Fitchburg Massachusetts which is about 1 hour outside of Boston. Some big names racers and industry support are scheduled to participate in the event this weekend including Team Losi’s drivers Mike Truhe and Richard Trujillo. From JConcepts it will be Paul ‘P-Dubb’ Wynn and ‘Double D’ Dave Duncan. Spektrum will be represented by Sonny Brown. Viper RC will be there to display and represented by Nick Malato and the latest edition to the Showdown Nation Wide Tour is one of the biggest and most well respected names in all of RC. Team Associated’s newly signed Ace, Multi time National and World Champion Brian Kinwald. Brian and Team Associated have committed to all 4 tour events and it will be great to add him to the bill for the tour. The industry has embraced the Tour as we all know what Short Course racing has done to the racing world and our goal is to bring our style of events to different areas of the country. At each event the sponsors will be in attendance setting up a Manufacturers row displaying their products and being onsite to answer questions, help racers and enjoy in the fun of Short Course racing. This is a great chance for racers and spectators to interact with the sponsors and getting first hand setup advice from these top pro’s.
For more information visit the official series site here.
RB have announced the improvement of their famous orange fuel with a new additional component which increases overall performance of the engine. They have chosen the very latest oils available for a better lubrication. The offroad fuel was redesigned with a complete new mixture of synthetic and castor oil. The latest generation of additives can significantly reduce the friction of engine parts and viscosity in order to optimize fuel consumption and improve reliability at high pressure and temperature. The on road fuel is mainly composed of castor oil combined with synthetic oil. The latest generation of additives can significantly reduce the friction of engine parts and viscosity in order to optimize fuel consumption and improve reliability at high pressure and temperature. Following the big demand from all the drivers around the world, RB have decided to develop a special pre run fuel, especially adapted for the first rounds of your brand new engine. During the break in period, the internal parts of the engine suffer from friction due to the very precise tolerances of micro engine parts. Because the engine is brand new, it has to be adjusted very rich and as a result is always low in temperature. This new RB break in fuel include special oils and additives making the lubrication of the engine better at lower temperature. After 2 liters of the RB pre run fuel, your engine will be in perfect condition to be used with normal fuel and will last longer.
Source: RB [rbproducts.com]
Viper R/C Solutions have announced long time pro racer Andrew Smolnik as the latest addition to their growing team of top level racers. Andrew holds numerous offroad titles and will be a serious contender at both 1/10 and 1/8 electric events. At the first race working with Viper, the 25th Annual Cactus Classic, Andrew took 4th in 2wd 13.5 and 2nd in 4wd 13.5 after a hard fought battle down to the last corner. The Cactus is an excellent proving ground due to the high level of competition and extreme conditions. “I would like to thank Viper R/C Solutions for the opportunity to represent their great product at the race track. I look forward to a long and prosperous relationship. The Viper VTX speed control series and brushless motors have the smoothest most predictable powerband I’ve ever felt, this puts total control at your fingertips.”
Source: Viper R/C [viper-rc.com]
SMI Motorsport have announced that 17 year old Dominik Mayer has joined team Xray Germany for the upcoming seasons. The former Shepherd driver will be using the brand new RX8 along with the new Orcan GT7MH-Power engines, new Orcan 25+ Fuel and ATS-Tires and will compete at several qualification runs for the German Nationals (1/8 and 200mm), the German Nationals (1/8 and 200mm) as well as the 1/8 EC-A in Luxembourg.
Source: SMI Motorsport [smi-motorsport.de]
UK based Nemo Racing have released details of the new Bullitt B-218 .21 Off Road engine. Manufactured in Japan by one of the world’s leading model engine manufacturer, this engine comes with fantastic performance & pedigree as a given. Benefiting from the latest technology and manufacturing available in the RC Engine industry, it will be brought to the market at the best possible price. More details to follow.
Source: Nemo Racing [nemoracing.com]
