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April 14, 2009

Yeah Racing Radio-K Carrying Case

Yeah Racing have released their Radio-K aluminium transmitter carrying case. Designed to fit the Futaba 4PK or Spektrum DX3R & DX3S, it can protect your transmitter from damage and contains custom-fit foam padded interior. The custom-fit foam is pre-cut to fit your radio in a perfect position and provides plenty of room for other RC accessories storage as well. A stylish, lightweight and safe way to carry your radio equipment to the track.

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April 14, 2009

Oliver Mack to use Spektrum Radios

Spektrum have announced that multiple German Champion Oliver Mack will use their radio equipment this year. The 3 time Worlds finalist and European Pro open champion will use the DX3-R radio to control his Novarossi powered Shepherd Velox V8. Impressed with the incredibly quick response times, the internal electronic features and the fact the radio is incredibly lightweight, Oliver says the radio fits like a glove.

Source: Horizon Hobby UK [horizonhobby.co.uk]

April 14, 2009

Yeah Racing Radio-K Carrying Case

Click here for a photo of the padded interior

April 14, 2009

Xray T2’009 38T Conversion set

Following on from the release of the rubber spec conversion for the Xray T2’009 EU and T2R Pro comes this 38T conversion set which changes the internal transmission ratio from 1.7 to 1.9. Set includes top-quality 38T composite solid axle and 38T diff pulley, plus new front & rear belts to fit the new pulleys. Improves on/off throttle response, increases stability and makes the car easier to drive. Recommended for all surfaces and traction conditions.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

April 12, 2009

Team Azarashi D4 & 501X Womoog shell

Team Azarashi have shown some early photos of their Womoog body shells designed to fit on both the Hot Bodies Cyclone D4 and the Tamiya TRF501X. As with previous versions of this body, these too will offer high levels of stability and a cool new look and the photos here show the almost final version, with only small modifications needing to be made before the bodies’ release in the near future.

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April 12, 2009

Xray News Round-up

Here we have this weeks round up of product releases and race reports from our site sponsors Xray. Our summary includes everything published by the Slovakian manufacturer on their own website in the past week, so if you didn’t find the time to visit, be sure to read on.

Click here to view the round up

April 11, 2009

Traxxas Slash and E-Revo VXL

Seen at the toy fair on the Traxxas stand in February, the US company has released details on the 1/16th scale VXL versions of their Slash and E-Revo that are to be released next month. Both cars are 14 inches long, about half the size of the 1/10-scale counterparts. Beneath the factory-finished polycarbonate shell, you’ll find the winning suspension technology of the seven-time National Champion Traxxas Revo, Velineon brushless-motor power, and the convention-busting innovation of the E-Revo. No detail was overlooked to bring all the capability, durability, and excitement of Traxxas’ award-winning models to 1/16 scale for fast, affordable R/C fun.

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April 11, 2009

Reedy LiPo charging sack

Reedy have released their LiPo charging sack which reduces the risk of damage in the case of a LiPo battery fire during the charging process. Constructed using heat and fire-resistant material, the charging sack is conveniently sized at 20cm x 22cm (7 ⅞” x 8 ⅝”) to accept typical 2S-4S car packs. Due to its flexible fabric, the sack can be folded for easy transport and storage, plus, inserting and removing the battery is easy thanks to its hook and loop closure design.

Source: Reedy [rc10.com]