January 9, 2011

Traxxas Slash Pro 2wd Jeff Kincaid edition

Traxxas have released a Jeff Kincaid replica edition of their Slash Pro 2wd short course truck. This RTR is available in various versions with the recently announced VXL being the top of the line with TQ 2.4GHz radio system with Traxxas Link, Velineon Brushless Power, Power Cell battery and charger. This Kincaid replica joins the previously available Mike Jenkins Edition, Mark Jenkins Edition, Scott Douglas/Mike Oberg Edition, Greg Adler Edition or Jerry Whelchel Edition.

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January 8, 2011

Viktor Wilck extends Tamiya contract

Viktor Wilck extends Tamiya contract

Continuing with the December/January signing madness, our friend Viktor Wilck drop us a mail to say that he has signed a 2 year extension to his Tamiya contract. The Swedish ace, pictured above with Kiyo Suzuki from Tamiya Japan, gave us the following statement:

After joining Tamiya back in 2007 I have had 4 successful and educating years. So when my contract ran out it was an obvious choice to continue when Tamiya presented this opportunity. I’m looking forward to 2 years of extensive racing, starting by focusing on the 1/10 Off-road Worlds in Finland preparing with many other Off-road events and off course the TC Euros.

January 8, 2011

Dario Balestri to run Capricorn in 1/8th scale

Dario Balestri to run Capricorn in 1/8th scale

Italian company Capricorn have announced the signing of double European Champion and multiple World Championship finalist Dario Balestri to their team. The Italian driver, seen above with his mechanic Stefano Puccinelli, has inked a 2 year deal which will see him run the 1/8th scale Capricorn LAB-C801. The former Motonica driver who recently joined KM Racing for 1/10th scale, will continue to run Novarossi engines.

Source: Capricorn [capricornrc.com]

January 8, 2011

Jared Tebo and KO Propo

Jared Tebo and KO Propo

Jared Tebo continues to announce deal extensions with sponsors heading into the 2011 season with today’s announcement that he has committed to a further 2 years with KO Propo.

I have just re-signed my 2 year contract with KO Propo. This is another company that welcomed me in my major move for 2009. Their products were amazing right from the start. I don’t think people really know how great and superior their products are. They are always working very hard to better themselves and set a higher standard in their category. We have built a very good relationship, and I look forward to working with them the next two years and beyond. I would like to thank KO Propo Japan, KO Propo, and Robert Morris for the great partnership we have. I will be running KO Servos, Receivers, and Radios in all my cars. Thank you for your support.

January 8, 2011

Juan Rodriguez joins RCAmerica/ Xray USA

Juan Rodriguez joins RCAmerica/ Xray USA

RCAmerica/Xray USA have announced the signing of Juan C. Rodriguez. The current two-time Puerto Rico National Champion joins Team XRAY USA for the 2011 season. After having dominated the 2010 season, Juan will be competing this year running an Xray NT1 WE powered by Murnan Modified RB M3 v2. Juan had this to say:

First of all, I would like to thank Mugen USA and Mike Swauger for the support they have provided me for the past few years. I have no doubt that the quality and performance of all Hudy/Xray products will help me further develop my skills as a racer. I am really looking forward this new venture with RCAmerica and Xray USA for this upcoming season.

Source: RC America [rcamerica.com]

January 7, 2011

JConcepts Bar Code V2 & Rips tires

JConcepts Bar Code V2 & Rips tires

JConcepts are attending the Winter Indoor Shootout at Long Island Raceway in Farmingdale, NY where they will be debuting some tires for the 2wd buggy class. For the rear there are new Bar Code V2 tires, while up front there are these new Rips ribbed tires. We have no further information on these new products but we are sure Jason will release some details in the coming days.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

January 7, 2011

Nitrosisters Xray X10 235mm conversion kit

Nitrosisters Xray X10 235mm conversion kit

Nitrosisters have released this 235mm conversion kit for the Xray X10 200mm chassis. Supplied with lightweight hub extensions and made of 7075-T6 aluminium, they key into the hubs for a precise, wobble free fit every time and also have a locating ring for the wheel to centre on. Each hub extension is 15mm wide, bringing your stock Xray X10 to 230mm which allows the driver to tune the rear track width with shims to get just the right width for the body of choice. The wide front end plate included two sets of front end holes, the inner set is for 200mm bodies while the outer set is for bodies with wheelbase from 220mm till 225mm. The included adjustable turnbuckles are made of titanium.

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