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November 18, 2024

Payne returns to British 1:12 Nationals with Round 2 win

The second round of the 2024/25 BRCA British 1:12 Nationals saw Schumacher’s Ollie Payne return to the championship and take the win in Stafford. Having missed the opening round as he was in Belgium racing at the annual Masters of Foam, defending Champion Payne opened his title defence by securing the TQ ahead of the Awesomatix of Mark Stiles with the Schumacher of Round 1 winner Louis Parker qualifying third in the FTQ format. Payne continued his form into the triple finals winning A1 & 2 to collect maximum points for his championship defence with Parker winning A3 to finish second overall and extend his championship lead with Stiles once again completing the podium as he did at the season opener. Drivers will travel to Crewe for the next championship encounter on December 7/8 with the event the first of three double headers events on the calendar.

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November 18, 2024

JConcepts Pioneer 2WD Buggy Wheel

While no one can reinvent the wheel, JConcepts attended the 2024 Florida Carpet Championship at Beachline Raceway with a fresh new wheel called the Pioneer that carry a hint of inspiration from the past. Created for the 2WD buggy class they boast unique features and aesthetics previously unseen with their inspiration coming from a 1989 Masami Hirosaka replica Jason Ruona envisioned recreating an iconic variation. The pop-out panels of the Pioneer wheels introduce a fresh look while maintaining the correct offset and mounting characteristics. Distinctive outer ribs fall between the sectional panels, forming a radial ring around the wheel nut area. These ribs connect the four screw locations, representing adaptors reminiscent of the golden age of RC racing. The Pioneer wheels are designed for both show and performance; racers looking for a fresh appearance, high-end performance, and a range of colour options will turn to these wheels in 2025. The dimensions of the wheels match the IFMAR World Championship-winning Mono wheels, featuring an industry-standard offset and durable construction. Reinforced inner ribs and a robust 12mm hex area complete this design. Each 4-pack of wheels includes decorative screws and will be available in popular colours, including bright white and fluorescent yellow. Additionally, JConcepts will introduce retro pink and stealth black colours as extra options.

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November 18, 2024

Florida Carpet C/ship wins for Champlin & Orlowski

The 2024 JConcepts Florida Carpet Championship at Beachline Raceway in Orlando saw wins for Schumacher pairing Michal Orlowski and Broc Champlin, with 2WD winner Champlin also crowned overall Champion of the annual event & denying his team-mate a 3-in-row. In 2WD Mod Buggy qualifying it was Champlin who secured the TQ topping 3 of the 4 rounds with Q4 winner Bruno Coelho putting his Xray 2nd ahead of Orlowski and Team Associated’s Spencer Rivkin. In 4WD, three TQ runs gave Orlowski the overall top spot with Coelho again securing P2 having set the pace in Q3 with his Xray team-mate Tom Rinderknecht P3 from Champlin and Norway’s Daniel Kobbevik. In the finals, A1 of 2WD would see Orlowski get the win from Champlin but the American capitalised on his TQ in A2 & 3 to win both and take the overall ahead of Orlowski with Coelho completing the podium. In 4WD, A1 saw 2023 winner Coelho take a late win but Orlowski made amends in the next two encounters to take the overall with Champlin runner up and Coelho again filling the final step on the podium. With the Schumacher drivers both tied on points, a thrilling Super Pole was held to break the tie, which Champlin claimed to become the overall Modified Champion of the Florida Carpet Championship.

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November 15, 2024

Kaaak Racing 22 5.0 Conversion Kit

Kaaak Racing, a new brand from Germany focused on high-performance parts for 1:10 offroad, is excited to introduce its first conversion kit for the TLR 22 5.0 2WD Buggy. This innovative kit features a 3-gear design gearbox, with a unique large idler gear. As a result, the motor is moved significantly forward compared to the stock position, improving overall handling and performance. The gearbox is designed for easy access to the differential, making maintenance and adjustments hassle-free. Both the link mounts and motor plate have been optimised for better performance. Additionally, the gearbox offers a simple solution for adding a roll bar, provided you are using the common 4WD rear arms. The conversion also includes a custom C-block to enable the use of these 4WD rear arms. The plastic parts are manufactured using a high-quality printing process, ensuring durability and precision. A detailed guide for the conversion is available on the Kaaak Racing web site.

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November 14, 2024

Factory Team CS-1 Drift Gyro

New from Factory Team is this CS-1 Drift Gyro which is a high-performance steering gyro suitable for first-time enthusiasts all the way up to highly skilled pros. The CS-1 offers 2 selectable modes, EPA setting, and supports use with the latest Futaba SBUS2 protocol. The compact size Gyro features CNC aluminium case for high-efficiency cooling and protection and uses a high-performance gyroscope sensor. It offers easy adjustment with dual gain modes and EPA feature for matching different models making it perfect for competition R/C drifting.

Source: Associated [associatedelectrics.com]

November 14, 2024

T-Works TP3X Power Boost Backplate

One of the companies making our coverage of next week’s IFMAR 1:10 Nitro World Championship possible at Huge RC Circuit in Bangkok, Thailand, T-Works has released this Power Boost Backplate for the TP3X from Italian engine manufacturer Picco. Manufactured from high quality materials using precision CNC manufacturing process that ensures accuracy, the modified backplate design effectively increases internal airflow mobility and is designed to increase explosiveness at mid to high speeds, return to idle faster, and improve overall performance. The Power Boost Backplate can be used with Picco Buggy, GT and Onroad model engines to optimise airflow and keep the engine in top condition for an extended period.

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November 13, 2024

2024 ISTC World C/ships Chassis Focus Index

While it was Team Associated and the announcement of their return to 1:10 Electric Touring Car competition at the ISTC World that almost broke the internet when we published the first images of their TC8 Prototype from Finishline RC Raceway in California, they were not the only manufacturers who had new cars at the 12th running of the biggest race in the World. Mugen Seiki also arrived with a brand new car which the Japanese manufacturer for now wants to keep under wraps but it looks like designer Robert Pietsch has come up with a very competitive all new MTC3. While it was great to see 2016 World Champion Ronald Volker in the mix, probably one of the most exciting things of the 2024 Worlds was their young up & coming star Jacob Cruz making the A-Main. Having covered a lot of ISTC World Championships it was brilliant to witness the emergence of a new talent on the World stage and turning just 16-years-old the day after Bruno Coelho took a history making three in a row, we look forward to seeing Cruz develop over the next 2-years before we all travel to Asia for the next Worlds.

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November 13, 2024

TZO 1:10 Offroad Slick Tires

New from California based US tyre brand TZO is their range of 1:10 Offroad slicks. Delivering performance and precision honed through over a year of dedicated research and development they are designed to provide superior grip and consistency on clay surfaces. The tires feature an optimised compound that balances durability with maximum traction catering to serious racers looking for that competitive edge. Rigorous testing has ensured that the TZO 1:10 slicks offer enhanced control, reduced wear, and exceptional performance under racing conditions.

Source: TZO Tires [tzorires.com]