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June 17, 2010

Dynamite 1/8 scale low rebound foam inserts

Dynamite’s new 1/8 scale hot laps low rebound foam inserts provide 1/8 scale nitro enthusiasts with the ultimate edge on the competition thanks their molded foam construction and low rebound properties providing superior performance on bumpy tracks. Drivers who switch to Dynamite’s low rebound foam inserts will immediately notice the difference and appreciate the added performance and handling they can achieve with such a small investment and little wrench time.

Source: Dynamite [dynamiterc.com]

June 8, 2010

Sweep Racing grooved molded inserts

Sweep Racing have released their long waited grooved molded inserts for 1/8th offroad buggies. 5 groove lines let the tire beads sit perfectly secured in places and the benefits from this new insert include secure landing, more on power steering especially through off-camber turns and the tires stay more consistent run to run.

Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]

June 3, 2010

Losi closed cell foam inserts

Losi have released their new closed cell foam inserts. Highly durable, making them ideal for long mains, the inserts can be used multiple times between various sets of tires making them economical too. The insert design eliminates air gap between insert and tire and are highly advantageous on tracks that are medium-to-high grip, by decreasing a tire’s slip angle thus enhancing vehicle control. Sold in a set of 4.

Source: Losi [losi.com]

June 2, 2010

Pro-Line Hole Shot SC tires

Having shown us a sneak peek of the new Hole Shot short course tire last week, Pro-Line have today announced its release. The Hole-Shot is renowned across the world as one of the most used race tires of all time. With its square-lug technology and highly reinforced tire carcass, it comes supplied with the durable, long-lasting closed-cell inserts and is available in M3 (Soft) and M4 (Super-Soft) compounds.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

May 18, 2010

Veggo Plastic Airbag tire inserts

Italian company Veggo Plastic have announced the release of their innovative tire insert. Developed and produced in Italy, the Airbag claims to be perfectly balanced and make perfect contact with the tire which improves traction and provides optimal steering response. With less side roll and tire wear they are also ultra resistant and wont break or collect dirt like standard foam inserts. Perfectly matched these durable inserts are also water resistant which means you can wash them without any issues. Sold in a set of 4, they are available in red (soft), yellow (medium) and green (hard) compounds.

Source: Veggo Plastic [veggoplastrc.com]

April 17, 2010

Pro-Line Split Six wheels & V2 blue molded inserts

Short Course racing just got more aggressive and colorful with Pro-Line’s Spilt Six wheels in black, white and yellow. The Split Six design is the staple look of short course vehicles and now you can combine the performance option of Pro-Line’s entire 1:8 tire line with these wheels and their 17mm adapters to significantly improve the performance of your SC truck. PL have also released their V2 blue molded inserts, perfect for when traction is in short supply and/or the surface gets bumpy. Made of high grade open cell material and designed with ribbing that matches Pro-Line tires like a glove, you will experience better balance and less sidewall flex than with any other molded foam insert on the market.

View the V2 inserts here

April 6, 2010

Pro-Line M4 Compounds & SC Additions

Pro-Line have announced that their Short Course Caliber and Bow Ties are now available in the super soft M4 compound. Also new for Short Course is are Pro-Line’s new Trencher SC tires. Designed to give your short course truck optimal traction on just about any surface, their realistic shaped treads give your short course truck a scale look while offering ridiculous amounts of forward bite. The tall tread will also offer traction in many different terrains and deliver durability, second to none. Finally, and also for Short Course, Pro-Line now offers a dedicated Closed Cell insert.

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March 18, 2010

AKA Enduro & Wishbone SC tires & Grooved inserts

AKA have announced the release of the Enduro and Wishbone tires, designed specifically for 1/10 short course trucks and to fit the stock wheels from all the popular brands. Gil Losi, Jr. and Mark Pavidis designed these tires which feature 2.2”/3” bead design and an inner carcass design made to perfectly fit the industry standard AKA closed cell foams. This results in a much more controlled outer sidewall for more consistent handling and tread wear meaning no more cranking in tons of camber to keep the tire patch flat on the ground. The AKA Enduro tread pattern is an all round good tire for just about any surface condition, while the Wishbone is suited to high bite blue grooved clay tracks or indoor clay tracks. AKA have also released of their next generation of tire foams. Based on the original industry standard closed cell foam insert, their new grooved insert is designed to take advantage of the radial ribs the carcass of their Wishbone and Enduro tires while still providing great performance in the other treads. This new grooved insert design is replacing our original non-grooved insert.

Source: AKA [raceaka.com]