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July 2, 2009

Pro-Line Caliber pre-mounted

Pro-Line releases the all-new Caliber pre-mounted on Velocity V2 wheels. The new larger diameter and larger width wheels give your car the maximum traction and stability, while the Caliber’s step-pin technology collides with small pin technology to bring you a tire tread that is versatile and long-lasting. The small top pin is good for light to heavy loose dirt, while the base pin works great on hard-packed/blue-groove surfaces. Available in M2 and M3 compounds on either white or yellow wheels.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

July 1, 2009

P1 Brand 1/12th scale Tire Tube

P1 Brand have released their Tire Tube designed specifically for 1/12th scale foam tires. Just like it’s larger 1/10th scale counterpart, this new version is a compact, airtight and reusable storage container that holds a complete set of 1/12th scale foam tires. Alternately, it can also accommodate up to three pairs of 12th scale front tires or two pairs of 12th scale rear tires, up to 50mm (1.97″) in diameter. Constructed of clear, impact-resistant plastic, making it simple to identify it’s contents, the tube’s removable lid and fixed base are made of flexible, black plastic and wipe clean easily. Each Tire Tube also features a laminated yellow lid label that allows the user to repeatably record data with a dry erase style pen. Available as single units and sets of six or twelve.

Source: P1 Brand [p1brand.com]

June 30, 2009

Racing Experience Euro Fuel & Sharp Edge tires

Racing Experience in France have released 2 new items for gas racers, the first being the announcement of their new racing fuel Hot Fire Euro, which complies with the off road rules running in some European countries where where 25% is the maximum nitro content allowed. The new lubricant package and the lower nitro gives smoother acceleration which increases drivability and reduces tire spinning which in turn improves the fuel mileage. Also new from RE are these Sharp Edge front tires that offer high grip and good steering response and have a unique construction which uses only one strip of foam that offers at least the same grip as a 37 shore but with the tire wear of a 42 shore. Made of high quality Japanese foam they come pre mounted on Kronos Titanium rims.

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June 30, 2009

ATS debut new Tire line at Lostallo

Making their debut last weekend at the Worlds warm up race in Lostallo, was this new 1/8th scale on road tire line from ATS. The as yet unnamed new product features a disk wheel with 3 slots, are very lightweight and of course come pre glued with high quality ATS foam. They took the top qualifying spot on the car of Robert Pietsch and was also being used by World Champions Lamberto Collari and Daniele Ielasi who both had bad luck in the semi finals. Expect a release this summer, as soon as they come up with a name.

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June 16, 2009

JConcepts Orange compound Bar Codes

Introduced back in February, JConcepts have now released Orange compound versions of their Bar Code design off road tires. Like the name suggests the alternating bar design provides uncompromising support for blue and black groove conditions. Designed for maximum performance when new or used as the design allows even wear all the way down to the tire body. Bar Codes in new condition excel on hard surfaces that have taken rubber with either dry or wet grooved conditions. Worn Bar Codes excel on indoor or outdoor clay tracks where a minimal dust groove has formed. Available for 2wd and 4wd buggies as well as 1/10th scale trucks.

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June 16, 2009

Pro-Line Holeshot VTR 4.0″ Truggy tires

Pro-Line have added the Holeshot to their range of VTR 4.0″ 1/8th scale truggy tires. The Hole Shot tread is the 2009 The Dirt Nitro Challenge Champion in truggy and has also been used to capture numerous regional and national events over the past decade. Featuring a small pin design for the ultimate in responsiveness, it uses a square lug throughout and is great on blue groove to wet, hard packed surfaces. Available in XTR, M2, and M3 compounds.

Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]

June 6, 2009

RB Speedline Aqua tires

More new products from RB, who have released their Speedline Aqua tire line. Made for 1/8 on-road on standard and Serpent rims they are made of the best foam for use on wet and damp tracks.

Source: RB Products [rbproducts.com]

June 2, 2009

LRP VTEC truggy ‘LP’ line

More news from LRP who have presented a completely new line of tires with the release of their VTEC truggy ‘LP’ line. LP stands for Low Profile and these new tires are designed with a lower sidewall for more direct response and higher cornering speeds. Developed through long and extensive testing, they are offered in 3 different tread designs, Kamikaze, Suicide and Harakiri with different compound hardness suitable for any racing conditions.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]