Schumacher introduce this alloy centre track rod for their Cougar 2WD range of vehicles. The part offers great looks and improved strength over the kit option. Three holes are available for the Ackermann adjustment for steering fine tuning on many track surfaces and a revised position for the servo link makes the car feel calmer around neutral.
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Schumacher announce the addition of multi-champion Dani Vega to their off-road factory team to race the 2WD chassis Cougar KR and KF. Dani brings huge experience to the Spanish off-road scene and has this to say about the deal:
I’m very excited to join Team Schumacher, they are one of the most famous, old and most experienced brands of 1/10 electric cars. Some of the most famous drivers of the world have in the past driven the cars having the best of the results, making available to achieve in the RC sport, as World Champions, European Champions or Multinational Champions. After some test I did, I have no doubt that these cars now are also the very best choice to go faster as possible for any driver. I will be also trying my best to bring all the support necessary to make to win as well to any Schumacher driver in their respective championship.
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UK company Schumacher introduce the Mi5evo, an entirely new competition touring car developed from the BRCA National Championship winning and popular Mi5 platform. Offering some revolutionary design features, the Mi5evo enables the racer even more tunability for both carpet and asphalt tracks. The car offers an ultra low centre of gravity design combined with a wider span vertical top deck that makes for both a responsive and nimble feel, yet is forgiving and consistent to drive. Other changes include an optimised motor position that sits 4.5mm closer to centreline, shorter shocks, a new steering system with tuneable Ackermann options, new mouldings and pins for lower unsprung weight as well as revised body posts and clamps.
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Made from 6mm toughened glass are three new setup boards from Schumacher. Available in Schumacher, Core RC and Contact designs, the boards measure 40x30cm and are ideal for setting up 1/10th touring, GT10, LMP12, GT12 or 1/10th off-road buggies. Also available separately are three matching neoprene zip-up bags to protect the board during transportation.
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Schumacher introduce a new alloy upper transmission housing for the Cat K1, K1 Aero and the Cougar KF. Designed to replace the previous version the new parts allows to mount the shocks simply and quickly in front of the axle or behind with the removal of two screws. Changing the shock location is an important tuning option as the front position provides the best solution for high grip with good steering and responsiveness while rear mounted shocks give good stability on bumpy or slippery tracks.
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Schumacher re-release the iconic 2 x 20 Stud front tyre in yellow compound. With greater speeds, traction and differing weight distributions, drivers are demanding a different tyre set up. Suitable for 4WD front and 2WD medium front this tyre sits in between the Mini Spike and Stagger tyres in terms of front traction, further enabling fine tuning of the handling characteristics. The tyre is suitable for grass and astro surfaces and comes as pair.
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Schumacher introduce new 1 degree rear hubs for the Cat 4WD and Cougar 2WD line of buggies. Made from high quality aluminium, the rear hub carrier is a popular upgrade part with more optional camber link holes and a CNC black alloy look. It has now been further improved with a brass insert for better life and less wearing of the pin and hub interface.
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Up and coming Californian driver Carson Wernimont agreed a contract extension with Schumacher through to the end of 2015, which means that he will be representing the UK manufacturer at major USA and international 1/10th Off Road races, including the IFMAR Worlds in Japan. Carson has had a great year since he switched to Schumacher, with a big win at Motorama and A mains at the Cactus Classic and EOS, and he is sure to be a strong contender in the future.
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