August 12, 2024

Rönick wins German 1:8 Nitro Buggy Nationals

Aaron Rönick  is the new DMC German 1:8 Nitro Buggy National Champion, the Team Associated driver claiming the title for the first time at the 2-time European Championship host track of Sand am Main.  In qualifying it was defending champion Berkan Kilic who took the TQ after 5 rounds of qualifying but on completing the Semi Finals it was his brother Burak who lined up on pole for Mugen Seiki followed by Berkan, Rönick and the Sworkz of Joern Nuemann.  At the start of the 45-minute final Berkan would hit problems on lap one before eventually retiring just after the 10-minute mark.  After their 1-2 finish last year, 2-time German Champion Burak was the next to retire with his race coming to an end just before 1/3 distance.  Having taken the lead early on Rönick would stay out front to take his Ruddog Racing engined RC8B4.1 to the victory & title by almost a full lap from Nuemann with Sworkz team-mate Max Hesse completing the podium.

Image: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]


August 10, 2024

Ruddog supports Red RC 1:8 Offroad Worlds coverage

While the entire World currently watches sport’s greatest spectacle as athletes do battle in Paris for the greatest prize in their chosen sports, in just one months time RC Racing’s best will do battle for our sport’s biggest prize at the IFMAR 1:8 Offroad World Championship, and Red RC is excited to announce we have teamed up with Ruddog Racing to bring our readers full trackside coverage from Spain.  Having supported our coverage of the 2023 1:10 Offroad World Championships in Arizona, we are delighted to be teaming up once again with Ruddog to attended our sixth 1:8 Offroad World Championship, our first being 2010 in Pattaya, Thailand where Cody King was crowned Champion.  In addition to our regular event coverage from Redovan, we are excited to bring you a new daily ‘Welcome to my World’ column from Ruddog sponsored driver Marcus Kaerup.  The reigning European 1:10 2WD Champion & 2022 4WD Champion as well as a double finalist on his EP Worlds debut last year, the 16-year-old, who will campaign a Ruddog Racing engines powered Team Associated, will give a daily insight into how his World Championship effort is going.  As a company German based Ruddog is steeped in offroad racing history being a distributor for 32 times World Champion manufacturer Team Associated and iconic offroad tyre brand JConcepts to name but a few.  Founded in 2006 by Sven Rudig, himself an avid offroad racer, they have developed their own product ranges such as Ruddog Racing which offers a line of electronics and engines.  They are also behind Revolution Design Racing Products which has established itself as a designer & producer of high-quality tuning parts and are popular upgrades among offroad racers.  The first of three World Championships Red RC will attend this year, our coverage will kick off on September 10th with seeding practice.

Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]


July 29, 2024

Ruddog RC230 Dual Channel LiPo Battery DC Charger

Germany’s Ruddog has introduced a new Dual Channel LiPo Battery DC Charger it is calling the RC230.   The powerful and versatile charger allows you to charge up to two battery packs simultaneously with up to 30A of charge current.  In the combined SYNC mode, a maximum charge current of 50A is possible.  The DC charger can be used with 1S to 8S LiHV/LiPo, 1 to 20 cell NiMH, or 1 to 15 cell Pb batteries and operates with an input voltage of 10VDC to 49VDC.  A powerful discharge function allows for up to 30A of discharge current in Recycle mode or 10A in Normal mode.  The capacitive touchscreen display offers intuitive operation and allows monitoring of the charger’s and batteries’ vital signs.  With its compact dimensions, it is easy to store and transport the charger, making it ideal for weekly racing or traveling.

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July 22, 2024

Revolution Design XB2’24 Clamping Servo Horn

New from Revolution Design is this top-tier Clamping Servo Horn upgrade for the Xray XB2’24 and XT2’24 2WD Offroad chassis.  Made from 7075 aluminium, the silver chamfer and laser-etched RDRP logo add a stylish touch.  The clamping design reduces play in the steering, enabling more precise handling.  Offering the horn in 23T or 25T options, it is the perfect choice for those looking for high performance control of their vehicle.

Source: RDRP [revolution-rc.com]


July 19, 2024

Revolution Design XB2’24 Slipper Eliminator Set

Revolution Design Racing Products (RDRP) has released a Slipper Eliminator Set for the XB2 2WD Buggy from Xray. The set is the the perfect solution for stock racers aiming for low rotating mass and an efficient drive train. This set helps you shed weight where it counts most! The spur gear hub is made from black anodised aluminium with silver detailing, matching the popular style of many aftermarket parts. Fully compatible with the kit top shaft and a variety of spur gears, including RDRP’s lightweight Ultra Spur Gear series and Xray models, converting your Xray XB2 ’24 to direct drive has never been easier.

View kit fitted here


July 18, 2024

RDRP XB2 ’24 Bellcrank Set and Steering Plate

New from Revolution Design Racing Products (RDRP) are this Bellcrank Set and Steering Plate specifically designed for the Xray XB2 ’24 and XT2 ’24.  Both parts are precisely machined from high-quality 7075 aluminium, black anodised, and feature silver chamfers, giving them a sleek and professional appearance.  These aluminium parts replace the original plastic components, offering significantly increased stability & durability resulting in the precision of steering being greatly enhanced, which is particularly beneficial in demanding racing conditions.

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February 11, 2024

Revolution Design Pro2 | RB10 Option Parts

New from German brand RevolutionDesign Racing Products is a range of option parts the Team Associated Pro2 1:10 Short Course truck and RB10 1:10 2WD buggy.  A Heat Sink Motor Plate is a premium upgrade for the Pro2 or RB10, designed to replace the standard motor plate with a blend of aesthetic and functional enhancements. Featuring an innovative design with CNC-machined cooling fins, it not only reduces weight but also enhances cooling efficiency without compromising rigidity. Its closed design also ensures that debris stays away from the pinion and spur gear area.  Made from high-quality 7075-T6 aluminium and anodised in blue, this motor plate not only looks impressive with a laser-etched Revolution Design logo adding to the appearance.  They have an aluminium Bellcrank Set in Blue designed to enhance the steering precision and response of your buggy. This set replaces the standard plastic bellcranks with a precision-engineered aluminium version, offering increased stiffness and durability while reducing the overall weight of the vehicle.

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February 6, 2024

RUDDOG RR482V2 2.4GHz 4-Channel FH4 Receiver

New from Ruddog is the RR482V2 2.4GHz 4-Channel FH4 Receiver that is specially designed to be compatible with the latest generation Sanwa radios with FHSS-4 and FHSS-3 transmission.  The second generation, and smaller, RR482V2 is the ideal choice for anyone looking for an inexpensive but high-quality alternative for their Sanwa remote control.  The RR482V2 is compatible with the Sanwa’s M17, MT-44 and others (see full list below) and works seamlessly with these Sanwa transmitters.  Supporting FHSS-4 and FHSS-3 ensures smooth operation in SHR or SSR mode.  Measuring only 18.5 x 20.5 x 28.0 mm and weighing only 5 g, the RUDDOG RR482V2’s compact and lightweight design means it fits in most vehicles.

View specs/radio list here