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January 4, 2020

Project RC D2P wireless radio communication

Project RC have introduced their new D2P wireless radio communication system that makes communication between the pits and the driver at nitro races easier. The set includes a master and a remote headset, rechargeable batteries, a dual charger and carrying case. The DECT technology headsets allow between twelve to 15 hours of operation, more than enough for a full weekend of racing, with the foldable, lightweight headsets being comfortable to wear.

View a list of the features and more images here

January 4, 2020

Arrowmax pit iron set

Arrowmax have introduced their all-new pit iron set that features a high-temperature soldering iron, fully adjustable honeycomb iron stand and high silver content solder. The DC-powered soldering iron offers a temperature range of 200°C to 480°C, it features an internal structure that delivers superior heat conductivity for greater efficiency, faster heating and safer usage and due to its compact dimensions it is ideal especially for the travelling racer. The smart soldering iron stand is specially designed to ensure a secure stand of the iron during usage and storage.

View an image of the iron’s packaging here

January 3, 2020

Tekno ET410 heavy duty suspension arms

New from Tekno are heavy duty suspension arms for the very successful ET410 1/10th 4WD competition electric truggy. They improve the durability of the truck as the arms have been modified to accept the larger HD 3.5mm hinge pins that were introduced with the EB410.2. Not only have the arms been updated to fit the HD pins, additional material has also been added around the hinge pin area for added durability. Using the arms requires the TKR6523HD HD 3.5mm hinge pins and HD 3.5mm hinge pin inserts TKR6544B.

View the rear arms here

January 3, 2020

Alessio Mazzeo returns to Serpent

Serpent have announced the signing of Italian on-road frontrunner, Alessio Mazzeo to their factory team. The 2016 IFMAR 1/10th 200mm vice World, EFRA European and multi-time Italian Champion returns to Serpent after a multi-year stint with Xray and he will be campaigning Serpent’s full line of nitro and electric on-road kits at both national and international events. Alessio has this to say about his return:

The heart is not controlled .. My past but now also my present and my future. Against all temptations, forecasts, I made this choice, the choice of happiness. It could not be otherwise when he is surrounded by people who respect the person before the driver. For me, the Serpent world has always been this. Friendship and respect. I am happy and I can’t wait to get excited again driving a Serpent. Thank you for asking me, thank you for reopening the doors of the house as if it were nothing. I dreamed of writing it from the first day I went away .. I’m back!

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

January 3, 2020

Carten RC M210R Plus MTC chassis kit

Carten have announced the release of their new M210R Plus MTC chassis kit. The Plus edition of the popular M-class 4WD touring car includes the most sought after options as standard equipment, such as aluminium suspension mount blocks and steering rack for that sleek race styling and to keeping the car tracking straight and true. The front gear differential has been replaced with the more commonly used solid axle option. Lastly the swaybar tuning option has been included to help-fine tune the handling of the M210R.

Source: Carten [carten-rc.com]

January 3, 2020

Mike Walker doubles at Year End Shootout

Southside RC Raceway of Lake City, Florida held their 2019 Year End Shootout recently, attracting nearly 120 entries. In Open Nitro Buggy it was 2nd place qualifier, Mike Walker with the overall win despite running into issues in the opening stages of the race. With the front runners getting into troubles in the second half of the race Mike was able to gain the lead and from there he never looked back to take the win some 20 seconds in front of 12th place qualifier, Kenneth Pope while 9th place qualifier, Devaughn Alford completed the top 4 result under a second behind Kenneth.

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January 3, 2020

T-Works A319 hard-coated servo saver shafts

Coming from T-Works and made for the popular Agama A319 buggy is a set of hard-coated aluminium servo saver shafts. The parts are machined from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium for a low weight and exceptional strength while the hard-coated surface treatment will ensure high durability even in harsh off-road conditions. The shafts come as pairs and they are available now.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

January 3, 2020

2020 Nordic Champs – Announcement

The 2020 1/10th Electric Off-road Nordic Champs will be hosted by the MHF-U Skarpnäck club in Stockholm, Sweden from the 28th to the 30th of August. More details as well as a promotional video can be found on the event’s official social media page here.