January 31, 2025

Kaerup wins 2WD at EOS

Team Associated’s Marcus Kaerup has opened his 2025 season with victory at the EOS race in Daun, Germany.  Previously a multiple round series, Kaerup a previous Euro Offroad Series round winner, for 2025 the EOS is a one off event which opened with 2WD action on the temporary Racestars built indoor carpet track.  In qualifying it was reiging Euro Offroad Series Champion Michal Orlowski, with 3 TQs from the 4 rounds, who was the Top Qualifier from Kaerup, who topped Q3, with his returning for 2025 AE team-mate Clement Boda completing the Top 3.  In the triple finals, A1 saw a great battle between the Top 2 as Kaerup put the Schumacher driver under pressure until Orlowski clipped a board on landing which was enough for the 17-year-old Dane to get through for the win from team-mate Tommy Hall as the pole sitter dropped down the order.  In A2 reigning European Champion Orlowski led from start to finish winning by 2.6-seconds from Kaerup meaning it would all come down to A3.  Locked in another super close battle at the front, Kaerup would make contact with the leader which would result in the Pole’s buggy ending up on its roof.  While Kaerup waited from Orlowski to retake his lead, this bunched back up the field before a mistake from Orlowski dropped him down order as Kaerup took the A3 win from Daniel Kobbevik to claim the overall 2WD win.  Despite having to count his A1 P5, Orlowski would finish runner-up with Kobbevik completing the podium ahead of new 2025 Schumacher recruit Noha Ben Mohamed.  Drivers will now turn their attention to 4WD for the next two days.

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January 21, 2025

RUDDOG Astro Ripper 1:10 Buggy Tyres

German brand RUDDOG has entered the 1:10 buggy competition tyre market with the release of the Astro Ripper and Front Ripper tyres.  The Astro Ripper tread pattern, specially developed for Astroturf, ensures high traction and consistent performance on a wide variety of artificial turf tracks.  It also impresses with good durability and even wear.  The tyres are offered in two durable compounds, a medium ‘Yellow’ variant for dry conditions and a special ‘Green’ compound for wet and damp tracks.

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January 14, 2025

RUDDOG 5000mAh LiPo-HV Round Stick Pack Battery

Expanding its range of Hobby LiPo-HV batteries, RUDDOG has added this 5000mAh Round Stick Pack intended for beginners, bashers, and crawler enthusiasts.  Made from durable 50C cells, they provide consistent output even for high-performance motors.  The impact-resistant hardcase shell ensures reliable protection against damage, making these batteries ideal for both off-road and on-track racing.  Thanks to their 7.6V high-voltage technology, they offer a slightly higher voltage than conventional 2S packs, giving you an extra boost of performance.  Available in Tamiya-compatible plug, T-Style plug, and XT60 plug options, the battery shape fits many popular 1:10 vehicles, including Tamiya models such as TA-02 and TA-03.

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November 11, 2024

RUDDOG Universal Track Bag

After the release if its Shock & Differential Fluid Bag, Ruddog introduces this Universal Track Bag as a solution for racers and RC enthusiasts seeking a versatile and durable storage bag for their gear.  With generous dimensions of 58x29x22 cm, it offers ample space to fit up to 10 sets of 1:8 buggy tyres or a complete crawler with a remote control.  An integrated tool holder and a zippered compartment provide convenient organisation for tools and accessories, ensuring everything is within easy reach.  Featuring a sleek Ruddog design, this track bag is crafted from high-quality materials and equipped with robust zippers for lasting durability.  Compact enough to fit in your car trunk, it’s the ideal companion for trips to the track.

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October 31, 2024

Ruddog Shock and Differential Fluid Bag

Ruddog has introduced this Shock & Differential Fluid Bag as a practical solution for safely and neatly transporting silicone oils, adhesives, and other accessories.  With space for up to 15 bottles and generous dimensions of 27 x 17 x 14.5 cm, this bag is especially suited for larger bottles of 100ml or more, with heights up to 13 cm and diameters up to 4.5 cm.  The durable nylon cover and sturdy corrugated plastic dividers ensure a long lifespan and maintain the bag’s shape.  A must-have for anyone who wants to keep their equipment organised and ready to use.

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October 28, 2024

Ruddog Racing ‘Prostock’ LiPo Batteries

Germany’s Ruddog Racing has introduced a new ‘Prostock’ battery line specifically developed for stock class racing.  Featuring LiPo cells with the lowest possible internal resistance, these batteries deliver exceptional performance every time you hit the track.  The latest Spec Silicon Graphene Lithium Polymer cells further enhance internal resistance, resulting in higher power output so you can push your car to the limit with confidence.  Whether you’re seeking a battery that meets your high-performance needs or simply desire a reliable, long-lasting option for your race car, the Ruddog Racing LiPo battery line is the ideal choice and with availablity in three versions, Ultra-LCG 5700mAh stick pack, LCG 6200mAh stick pack and 4400mAh short stick pack.

Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]


October 16, 2024

Grainer doubles at Austrian Nationals finale

Lucas Grainer took a double win at the final round of the Austrian 1:10 Offroad Nationals in Traiskirchen.  After taking the TQ spot in the 4WD class with his Reedy powered Team Associated B74.2, Grainer was able to convert this into a win, followed by the Xray of Hupo Hönigl and Peter Pinisch with his Ruddog Racing powered B74.2.  In the 2WD class, Grainer was only 4th on the grid, but after close battles he secured the win followed by Team Associated team-mate Marcel Rekettye in P2.  In the 2WD stock class it was Thomas Rössler who won with his RC10B7.

Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]


October 15, 2024

RDRP B7 Marcus Kaerup Edition Titanium Turnbuckle Set

Revolution Design Racing Products (RDRP) has released this exclusive Marcus Kaerup Edition B7 Ultra Titanium Turnbuckle Set for Team Associated’s RC10B7 1:10 Buggy platforms.  Developed in collaboration with two-time European Champion and RDRP team driver Marcus Kaerup, this set comes in a stylish gold anodised finish. Machined from 6AL-4V Grade 5 titanium, these turnbuckles offer an ideal balance of strength and lightness. Weighing just 1.9g each, they help reduce the overall weight of the car, enhancing on-track performance.  Each turnbuckle features a laser-etched RDRP logo and an arrow to indicate the thread direction, making camber and toe adjustments easier and more precise.  This set is not only eye-catching but also built for durability and precision, making it perfect for competitive drivers looking to take their setup to the next level.

Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]


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