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December 13, 2023

Team Associated RC8B4e Weight Bias Chassis

Developed during 2023 as their drivers wanted the option to shift weight rearward on lower grip ungroomed tracks, Team Associated has released the FWB/RWB Weight Bias Chassis for its RC8B4e 1:8 eBuggy. Racers can tune the RC8B4e’s weight bias using two motor and centre differential positions with the FWB/RWB chassis and adapter. Forward is the original location for maximum steering, and the rearward location gives more rear grip and lightens the front end for low grip or bumpy conditions. Customers will need chassis and the FWB/RWB Adapter with 96.5mm Dogbone Set to update their RC8B4e to the new chassis system. The #81581 104mm centre dogbone from the original kit is used with the new parts. The replacement 96.5mm centre dogbone set is sold separately for spare parts (it’s included in #81645). Also notable, the new chassis design installs the drivetrain in the reverse orientation from the original kit, and this provides a positive torque reaction that will aid in rear grip on power.

View FWB/RWB Adapter with 96.5mm Dogbone Set

December 13, 2023

Protek Hoodie, beanie & iron-on patch

Keep warm in the pits and on the drivers stand this winter racing season with the 2024 Hoodie and Beanie from ProTek RC. Elevate your style and show your support for the high-performance RC brand with the 2024 ProTek RC hoodie which is made from 50% Cotton/50% Polyester in a Classic fit with double-lined hood and centre pouch pocket. Made from 100% Acrylic fabric, the grey beanie is embroidered with the 2024 ProTek RC logo on the front and is offered in a ‘one size fits most’ for a comfortable and stylish fit. Finally, if you have your own favourite gear or apparel and want to show your ProTek RC allegiance, check out the new ProTek RC stacked logo iron-on patch.

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December 12, 2023

Team Associated RC8B4.1 Team Kit

New from reigning back to back 1:8 Nitro Buggy World Champion manufacturer Team Associated is the next evolution of the 2022 IFMAR World Champion-winning chassis, the RC8B4.1 Team Kit. Team Associated engineers sought to lower the CG, reduce weight, and improve handling on un-groomed outdoor tracks. As a result, the new RC8B4.1 RWB chassis design has a stiffer tapered profile for predictable high-speed handling, allowing for a softer overall shock package. The suspension is overhauled with new front and rear low-CG shock towers and shorter shocks, along with new 3-hole rear suspension arms that allow for softer shocks and springs while still maintaining support in the fast turns. The new wide base rear hubs come in three fixed axle heights and use 3mm carbon fibre hub towers to allow several different geometry options. Lastly, the buggy comes with 92mm universal joints, 44/13 bevel gears, and a 47T spur gear for the most grip and smoothest power delivery on un-groomed outdoor tracks.

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December 12, 2023

JConcepts Stage Killah competition crawler body

JConcepts has updated and recreated one of the classics in the line-up by re-introducing the Stage Killah 1:10 competition crawler body. The sharply tuned shell wraps the chassis of competition trucks like the Axial SCX Pro and other competition crawlers like a glove. The low-slung shell, with gentle shaping provides a front and rear tucked concept with cab and bed area for the truck minded competitor. The body has large format recessed windows front, side, and a small extra cab viewing area. The outer geometry of the body is lined with a flange to improve the durability of the flat panel areas of the item. The bed area of the body has smoothly rolled corners, small recess for included fan decals to drop in and a JC logo bossed on the centre for authenticity. The front hood scoop is a small step offset of the pitched front-end to give definition to the design. Crawling drivers will enjoy the narrow footprint and the ability to user tune, trim, and bend polycarbonate panels to further enhance characteristics which provide for clearance, are an added benefit. The grille area is unique, featuring 3 recessed sections replicating positioning for lights, and the included decal to cover the section provides a sinister look.

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December 12, 2023

ProTek RC Ultra LCG Shorty Lipo

ProTek RC has announced the release of its newest addition to the PTK battery line, the ULCG (Ultra Low Center of Gravity) 2S 130C Graphene + HV 4400mAh Shorty LiPo. The pack features an ultra-low centre of gravity at just 18.3mm in height with a weight of only 154 grams making it the thinnest and lightest pack they have produced to date. When compared to standard LiPo and LiHV, Silicon Graphene cells deliver improved efficiency, lower operating temperatures, lower internal resistance, better run time, increased cycle life and increased voltage. The ROAR approved pack is ideal pack for 2WD and 4WD modified racing, or stock class racers that want optimum voltage for the entire run. The improved efficiency of this pack will allow for lower operating temperatures and lower internal resistance.

Source: ProTek RC [amainhobbies.com]

December 11, 2023

Rivkin & Phend turn RC teachers for a day!

They are two of the biggest names in offroad racing and represent two of the biggest manufacturers on the international stage but last week both Team Associated’s Spencer Rivkin and TLR’s Dakotah Phend became RC teachers for a day as part of two different events. Two time World Champion Rivkin was taking part in the launch of Hobbywing Tech Explorers. Held at World Championship venue Hobby Action Raceway, it marked the first collaboration with a school outreach program. Rivkin touched on his journey with RC, overcoming challenges, and dreaming big. He also discussed the mechanics, electrical aspects, and disciplines of the hobby, along with the incredible values it’s brought into his life – from friends, mentors, and unforgettable experiences. On his social media Rivkin said he was ‘So thankful to have had the opportunity to hold my first public gathering and launch a new program with Hobbywing North America called Tech Explorers! Meeting and seeing these kids remind me what it was like when I first laid eyes on RC cars. I want to personally thank Larry and Hobby Action RC Raceway for letting us utilise the track and rental cars. I’m totally looking forward on doing many more of these!’ Phend brought his 1:10 Electric and 1:8 Nitro buggies to a middle school as part of a career day where he shared his story with pupils. On his Facebook page he posted, ‘I was able to be apart of career day earlier this week at Angola Middle School. I went over how I was able to turn a passion into a career. There are a lot of great and unique opportunities in today’s world!’. It is great to see both drivers promoting RC racing in this way and well done to everyone involved in inspiring the future generation.

View Mr.Phend taking his class here

December 11, 2023

Gandin wins Miami RC Grand Prix

While the 1:12 World Championships was being decided in Cocoa, Florida, further south in the state the annual Miami RC Grand Prix was taking place where Italy’s Jonathan Gandin took the big win in 1:8 Onroad. The Ielasi Tuned team driver took his Infinity to the TQ with the fastest time and only 16-lap 4-minute run from the five rounds of qualifying at the former World Championship hosting Homestead RC Raceway. Behind it was Serpent’s Bryce Butterfield who set the second fastest time to line up P2 for the 45-minute final ahead of Infinity’s Francesco Tironi, Capricorn’s Thilo Diekmann and the Xray of Filippo Domanin. In the final, Butterfield was an early retirement going after 12-minutes, but upfront Gandin was in charge albeit being kept honest by young Domanin who set the fastest lap of the race. Completing the podium Tironi would finish 3rd ahead of the Capricorn of Florida racer Diego Morganti. In 1:10 Sedan, it was Top Qualifier DJ Apolaro who took his Infinity to the win.

Image: Ielasi Tuned [Facebook]

December 11, 2023

Maifield completes clean sweep at U.S. Open Fuel C/ships

Tekno RC’s Ryan Maifield became the first Pro driver to complete a clean sweep at the annual U.S. Open Fuel Championships which held at Adobe Mountain R/C Speedway in his home state of Arizona over the weekend. Attracting almost 250 entries, qualifying would see Maifield take the TQ in the Open classes of Nitro Buggy, eBuggy and Nitro Truggy before wrapping up the perfect weekend with wins in all three finals. In Nitro Buggy he took the win ahead of Kyosho’s Ryan Lutz having a 3-lap advantage at the end of the 1-hour in encounter. Ryan Pavidis would complete the podium driving his Sparko buggy. In eBuggy, the single 10-minute Main saw Maifield led home the Sworkz of Spencer Heckertt by over 7-seconds with Lutz finishing 3rd. In the 45-minute Nitro Truggy Final, it was the Mugen of Frankie Contresas Jr who followed Maifield home.

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