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January 2, 2023

STRC Traxxas TRX-4M Brass Option Parts

ST Racing Concepts has released a range of brass option parts for the new Traxxas TRX-4M. These brass components helps with the performance of your TRX-4M by adding weight strategically at the lower portion of the vehicle, while increasing the durability of your TRX-4M as well. The brass Caster Blocks and Steering Knuckles features the stock geometry with bearing holes drilled after black coating for the most accurate and precise tolerance for the stock bronze bushing or if you upgrade to ball bearings. The Brass Hex Adapters features an +1mm off-set for a slightly wider stance on your TRX-4M and an increase in weight with disc weight behind the hex. The Brass Diff Cover not only adds more weight to the axle for stability, but also helps strength and align the internal gears inside the axle.

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January 1, 2023

Hagberg to race Nosram batteries in 2023

Nosram has announced that factory Xray driver Alexander Hagberg will race their batteries in 2023. The former 1:12 World Champion joins Nosram after a four year stint with Sunpadow RC. Announcing the news Nosram said they were, ‘Thrilled to announce that Team Xray’s Superstar Alexander Hagberg joins Team Nosram and will use Nosram batteries in all his rides!! IFMAR World Champion Alexander Hagberg brings a wealth of experience to the team and will not only race Nosram batteries but will assist in product development. A very warm welcome to Team Nosram Alexander. We are really looking forward to the bright future together!’ On his social media the Swedish driver posted, ‘I’m really happy to announce that I will use Nosram batteries from now on! After seeing the growing popularity of these packs, as well as their superb performance, it became an easy choice! Furthermore, I’m happy to be working with Jürgen Lautenbach again after several years! Thank you for this opportunity! Will be posting technical info soon about these great products!’.

Source: Nosram [Facebook]

December 31, 2022

RC Indoor Arena to host opening round of Swiss 1:10 Offroad Nationals

The newly opened RC Indoor Arena in Wädenswil, Switzerland, is to host the opening round of the Swiss 1:10 Offroad National Championships. The 600m2 offroad track which is equipped with new EOS carpet, will host the event over the weekend of January 21-23 with Saturday’s programme made up of 1:10 2WD Buggy while Sunday will see 4WD Buggy and 2WD truck action. While a round of the Swiss National Championship, the race is open to drivers who do not hold a Swiss Federation licence. Race registration is via myrcm.ch .

Source: RC Indoor Arena [rc-indoor-arena.ch]

December 30, 2022

Schumacher Racing 2023 Apparel

Schumacher is gearing up for the new season with the addition of new apparel for 2023. The ‘Mono’ line includes a black hoodie and t-shirt with white Schumacher branding front and back as well as on the sleeve. The t-shirt is made with 100% certified organic cotton while the hoodie is made in an improved thicker 65% Cotton 35% Polyester material. Also added to the range is a fleece lined bobble hat. Ideal for the winter weather, it comes in grey with black embroidered branding to front and back.

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December 29, 2022

Schumacher Racing announce Neumann departure

Schumacher Racing has announced the departure of Joern Neumann from their factory 1:10 Offroad team. The German joined the British manufacturer at the beginning of 2018 and over the followed four years enjoy much success with the brand. Announcing the news on their Facebook page, Schumacher stated, ‘As we draw near to the end of 2022 Schumacher Racing would like to say goodbye and thank you to Jörn Neumann. Jörn has contributed massively over the last 5 years to the team, development of our products as well as securing some great titles and results for us. We wish him all the best for the future’. Shortly afterwards the multiple European Champion and former Reedy Race Champion posted on his own page, “I would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone at Schumacher for 5 successful years together. It has been a fantastic time. We achieved great results at many events. Soon a new chapter will start.”

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

December 29, 2022

JConcepts Relapse 1:8 buggy & truck tyres

JConcepts has released the new Relapse tyre for both 1:8 Buggy and 1:8 Truggy. The Relapse is a tyre derived from research and development put into tires such as the Detox and Rehab. Those results were incorporated into a new design optimised for indoor and outdoor track success while delivering more forward bite than the original incarnations. The JConcepts speed laboratory started with the centre section of tread for more horizontal pin contact. The design revolves around the centre structure which has medium to small sized, dense lugs arranged in a stacked and horizontal configuration. The lugs have strategically placed cuts and grooves to allow flex in dust to perform when the track is in a deteriorating condition. The outer portion of the tread fits together like building blocks, with shapes placed together that nest well but also work together to flex laterally to provide steadfast side-bite. The tread tapers off cleanly to the outer sidewall giving a smooth transition during hard cornering.

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December 29, 2022

JConcepts Monster Truck engine accessory set

JConcepts has added this engines accessory set to their range of Monster Truck offerings. Having a finely detailed vehicle is part of the enjoyment and allowing builders to build their favourite vehicles of today and yesteryear. The new engine accessory set contains a host of parts, pieces, and hardware to make dream creations a reality. The injection molded parts, designed by JConcepts, replicate carburetor and injection assemblies commonly used in high performance engines and seen on many of the monsters of the 1980’s, 1990’s, and 2000’s.

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December 28, 2022

Yokomo ends Maifield contract

Yokomo has officially announced that it will end its contract with Ryan Maifield and the contract with the American offroad star will expire at the end of December 2022. A title that eluded Maifield for so long, his partnership with the Japanese company finally delivered the sport’s greatest prize when he did the double at the 2017 1:10 Offroad World Championships in China taking both the 2WD and 4WD World titles. Following the recent announcement that he switched his 1:8 programme from Mugen to Tekno, the announcement doesn’t come as a major surprise as the American brand has its own 1:10 4WD Buggy offering.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]