Coming from Exotek is a RF brass suspension mount for the Xray XB2 series of vehicles. It quickly adds weight to the rear of the vehicle for improved rear traction and stability – for example when running the carpet laydown gearbox on dirt tracks. The part maintains the stock geometry, it adds 24g of weight and comes with a protective black coating.
Leadfinger Racing have introduced the Strife 8ight-T 4.0 bodyshell. Made from thicker polycarbonate material for added durability the body offers an aggressive look, a low-profile design and it comes clear, ready for your favourite paint job. The body is a direct fit on the TLR 8ight-T 4.0 and it includes window masks and grille decals.
Source: Leadfinger Racing [leadfingerrc.com]
Yokomo have introduced the new YZ-2DTM Ryan Maifield edition 2WD buggy kit. Based off of the “dirt specific” YZ-2DT, the kit however utilises a laydown transmission as found in the carpet kit to better suit today’s high-grip dirt tracks. Additionally the DTM comes with a new rear shock tower brace, it features height adjustable rear hub carriers with fine 0.5mm increments, and it comes with new high-grip specific steering hub carriers. The kit is rounded out by updated ball ends for smoother and more reliable operation and it includes a JConcepts S2 bodyshell and Aero rear wing. The kit will become available by beginning of April.
Modelix Racing have introduced the new Addictive 1/8th buggy tyre. Designed especially for racing on tracks with an abrasive surface, the dense tread will also offer exceptional durability and wear characteristics in hard-packed and polished conditions or when a dust layer makes for excessive wheel spin. The tyre is available pre-glued on yellow dish wheels and in P1 super-soft white, P2 soft yellow and P3 medium orange compounds, including the new XL insert for improved overall performance and a more consistent handling.
Source: Modelix Racing [modelixracing.com]
The 18th annual The Dirt Nitro Challenge was held this past weekend at Fear Farm R/C Raceway in Phoenix, Arizona. Considered to be the biggest RC event in the World, combining three races together, the 2017 edition again attracted racers from all corners of the world to participate. This year’s layout was perhaps the hardest track layout ever created in the 18 years of the DNC as it featured everything you cold possibly think of. Kyosho’s Jared Tebo commented that it was, “The gnarliest track he’s ever raced on … period”. The Dirt crew outdid themselves this year by making a track without a full straightaway and replacing it with the most difficult section of all time – the 9 pack triple section.
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Following the introduction of the FlowX TC Spec speed controller LRP now also released information on the FlowX Offroad. Built using the same all-new hardware, the Offroad spec controller comes with a longer receiver lead than the TC Spec for easier mounting in 4WD vehicles while also sporting the new v3.1 firmware with off-road specific features such as the BDX-O brake. New timing features ensure improved drivability in demanding track conditions and increased top speed when needed. The ESC comes including hardware to mount optional fan units, with a 200mm sensor wire and it supports LRP’s external programming device that is scheduled for a later date.
View a preview image of the FlowX Offroad here
The 2017 ACT State Titles were held in Canberra, Australia this past weekend. Team Associated/Novarossi factory driver, Kyle McBride would take the win in both the Nitro Buggy and Nitro Truggy mains to bring home another double title.
Source: Novarossi [novarossi.it]
HRC Distribution have introduced a Team Magic anti-roll bar kit for the E5 series of monster trucks. Usable on the front or the rear of the truck the set will improve stability in corners on medium to high-bite surfaces and it includes all needed mounting hardware. The set is usable on the E5 and E5 HX and it is available now.
Source: HRC Distribution [hrcdistribution.com]
