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October 30, 2010

Ryan Maifield extends deal with Associated, Reedy & LRP

Just a week ahead of the 1/8th scale buggy World Championships, Team Associated have announced that Ryan Maifield has extended his contract which sees him continue with Associated, Reedy and LRP products. Over the years, Maifield has won countless titles, including multiple ROAR National Championships in a wide variety of categories, including 1:8 Gas Buggy, 1:8 Electric Buggy, 1:8 Gas Truggy, 2WD Electric Truck, 2WD Short Course and 4WD Electric Buggy. When asked about his re-signing, Maifield had this to say:

Team Associated has been behind me since the beginning of my racing career, and during the highs and lows they have always been supportive and constructive. I have many friends at Associated that are 100% committed to me and the products they produce, so it was a no-brainer when it came to sign a new contract to stay with the company that has been there through it all. I want to thank everyone at Team Associated and all the Team Associated customers for their support. I’ll see you at the track soon with my Reedy- and LRP-powered Associated vehicles.

Team Manager, Brent Thielke, and long-time friend of Ryan, had this to say about the re-signing: “All of us here at Team Associated are excited to continue our relationship with Ryan. We look forward to supporting him as he continues to grow as a racer and ambassador for the sport we all have an unwavering passion for.”

Source: Associated [rc10.com]

October 20, 2010

LRP ‘Boost 0’ speed control proposal

LRP have announced that they are sending a rule proposal for ‘Boost 0 speed controls’ to all the important RC federations to help create a new standard for this setting in all ESCs. As there was no exact definition of ‘Boost 0’, the drivers couldn’t be sure that the ‘Boost 0’ speed controls from the different manufacturers were on the same performance level. With the LRP rule proposal, the definite technical meaning of ‘Boost 0’ is now clearly defined for the very first time. Other manufacturers also get a firm base to ensure that ‘Boost 0’ speed controls of different manufacturers can be allowed in one class, because they are based on the same preconditions. Speed controllers eligible for ‘Boost 0’ classes must provide zero timing advance, along with disabling advanced motor control functions (i.e. Boost, Cheat Mode, Turbo, etc). When the ‘Boost 0’ profile is enabled, it shall be indicated by a blinking LED while the ESC is armed and in neutral position. The commutation sequence is limited to ‘6-step’ type and commutation of the speed control must follow the motors hall sensor signals 1:1, e.g. no shifted timing (no matter if advanced or retarded) is allowed at any RPM.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

September 18, 2010

LRP 4300mAh 40C 11.1V hard case LiPo

LRP have introduced this 11.1V 4300mAh 40C hard case LiPo. It features the same dimensions as standard 6-cell Sub C battery packs and fits in 1/8th monster trucks and all standard 1/10th scale on road and off road cars. The hard case also features some vertical standard Sub C cell bulges to securely fit standard Sub C pre-cutted chassis. It sports 4mm gold connectors, connectible from both sides, and a 2mm balancing connector for the balancing port.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

September 17, 2010

LRP S8 BXR Evo buggy

The LRP S8 BXR evo is the successor of the extremely successful competition buggy S8 BX Team. It is designed completely from scratch, featuring numerous innovations. The chassis design is completely new, only the well-proven ‘bullet proof’ drive train has been taken over from the “old” team kit. Among the improvements is the completely new, up to date suspension design, new shock towers for even more adjustment possibilities, a completely revised chassis layout and a more centralized centre of gravity.

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August 30, 2010

LRP Z.21R Spec.3 pull start engine

LRP have announced the release of their Z.21R Spec.3 pull start engine. This performance optimised motor offers great power delivery and is a great replacement engine for existing .21 RTR engines featuring a special timing for even more power compared to its forerunner. Supplied with the LRP PowerCarb 14S-2 carburetor makes it easy to start and easy to set-up.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

August 16, 2010

LRP Quadra Pro 3 charger

Already the 1st and 2nd generation of this all-rounder were well received, now the new LRP Quadra Pro 3 features more functions compared to its forerunner, but is still very easy to setup and use. The charge spectrum has been widened with the addition of LiIo and Pb batteries. In addition, the balancer is now able to handle LiPo, LiFe and LiIo batteries with up to 6 cells. The versatile functions are easy to use with the intuitive menu structure. Whether you want to adjust the parameters, to set your user profiles or to condition your batteries, this charger is a good choice.

View the full feature list here

August 7, 2010

LRP Energy Power Fuel

LRP’s new Energy Power Fuel is the result of intensive development and testing by their nitro R&D team in conjunction with leading laboratories. Replacing an already high performance fuel this latest release offers even better performance, lower engine wear, higher reliability and easier usage. By using modern developed oil of highest purity, the engine temperature runs lower than with conventional fuel types, while LRP´s easyStart additive guarantees reliable engine starting, also in cold conditions.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

July 20, 2010

LRP SXX TC Spec & Competition V2 ESCs

As seen during our World championship coverage last month, the all new SXX TC Spec version 2 and SXX Competition version 2 brushless speed controllers are now available. With their new ADPCmod software for perfect adjustability, the revolutionary TwinBEC, improved output, USB software updates and the optimised Internal Temp Check System 3, these new version 2 ESCs are ready for every challenge in 1/10 & 1/12th on road and 4WD off road modified.

View the SXX Competition ESC here