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March 11, 2010

JConcepts Double Dees V2 tire

JConcepts have introduced their new Double Dees V2 tire, which is perfect for a variety of track surfaces. Wear is always the trade off when going to a small pin tire and with the Double Dees V2, these worries are a thing of the past as running qualifiers and main events on the same high performance tire is now possible. The Double Dees design uses unique technology combined with the sticky yellow and blue compound to allow the flexibility necessary to compete on even the most demanding surfaces for an extended period of time. Tires including inserts will be treated to the latest generation in profiled, closed cell, insert design, while unique materials, bright blue color and revolved relief provide extra full support and stability. Double Dees excel on indoor and outdoor hard packed surfaces with either dry or wet conditions.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

March 9, 2010

HB Block & Khaos patterns now in Pink

Hot Bodies have released their Block and Khaos 1/8th scale buggy tires in pink compound. The Pink compound is extra-soft for maximum traction at the cost of tread life. The Block pattern have been specially designed to work at their best in a variety of off-road racing conditions, including blue-groove dirt, dusty clay, grass and even astroturf while the Khaos pattern is perfect for loose dirt, clay, blue groove and damp tracks.

Source: Hot Bodies [hbeurope.com]

March 2, 2010

Pro-Line Caliber 2.2″ M3 tires

Following the sneak peak last week, Pro-Line have released their popular Caliber tread for 1:10 Off-Road buggy both front and rear. The Caliber takes tire technology to the next level by optimizing traction, control, balance, and tire wear with its dual-stage design. The smaller top pin penetrates through loose dirt while delivering unbelievable side and forward bite. The base pin works as a support for the top pin while acting as a dual-stage design once the top pin is worn down. You can rely on the base pin for greater tread life wear and it works well on those tracks that are prone to blue-groove or have a super clean surface.

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February 26, 2010

Pro-Line 2.2″ 1/10 buggy Calibers

Pro-Line have released a little sneak peak at the new 2.2″ 1/10 Buggy Caliber rears, that are set to become available next month. Also working on a 4WD front version, which should be ready by April, Brian Kinwald, who has been testing them on his 1/10 truck had the following to say about the new tires: “The Calibers were really dialed…. definitely gunna be a great tire… at a lot of tracks… I think they will become your best seller eventually…once they’re popular…. most club tracks cater to a tire like that and they will last long …. So I think the average guy is gunna love em…”

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

February 25, 2010

CS Electronic MZ1 tire cleaner

CS Electronic have introduced their new MZ1 tire cleaner, which was specially developed for use on Mini-Z racers. Previously Mini-z tires would be cleaned with something like WD-40 which would degrease the tires unevenly which lead to degradation and poor performance and could even dissolve the glue holding it to the rim. The MZ1 tire cleaner takes away all of these problems giving an even cleaning leaving them optimally prepared for the next run.

Source: CS Electronic [cs-shop.de]

February 24, 2010

Twister Tires ends deal with ATS

Contrary to Twister Tires’ previous announcement, Kevin Hutchinson and DJ Apolaro have now stated that they will not in fact carry Twister/ATS tires any longer. Here is what they had to say about the changes of plan:

After 2.7 years of helping build the ATS/Twister tire brand’s reputation in the Western Hemisphere, we want to say thanks to our customers and sorry for the recent delays. We are in the process of introducing a new tire line, spearheaded by Piero Torregiani (former head man with ATS). Our new product is currently being developed to ensure our customers get an even better product than before, along with the same great customer service. Please bear with us during these next few months and be assured you won’t be disappointed.

Source: Twister Tires [twistertiresusa.com]

February 19, 2010

Xceed World GT foam tires

Xceed have released their line of World GT pre mounted foam tires. Supplied on cool looking carbon print rims, that are true and hard the tires are made from high quality foam for superb traction. Available in purple, lilac, double pink and pink for the front and lilac, double pink, magenta and pink for the rear.

Source: Xceed [xceedrc.com]

February 18, 2010

Pro-Line introduce the Recoil

Pro-Line’s newest addition to their 1/8th buggy tire arsenal is the Recoil. Set to debut at this weekend’s Nitro Challenge, its unique ‘Hexagonal’ base provides foundational stability while a touch of subtle siping provides the perfect balance of flexibility. Penetrating lugs assure peak performance on loose and dusty soil with the centered parallel bars providing maximum forward acceleration. Sold in a pair and supplied with molded foam inserts.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]