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October 31, 2023

Team Associated RC10CC Classic Clear Edition Kit

Having teased us with pictures of a car for its SEMA Show display, Team Associated is now offering the opportunity to own the car that changed RC off-road racing forever in a crystal-clear collector’s edition! Having shown the SLA prototype race cars for years and how they use them for parts fit and testing, the iconic US manufacturer’s goal with the RC10CC is to provide you with the same look and feel as our SLA prototype display vehicles but more cost-effective and practical. They have taken the RC10 Classic and shot many of the molds in polycarbonate clear. While it is stronger than SLA and could be driven, it was manufactured as a display piece for your collection. The polycarbonate clear components will only be available in the kit which is due for release in December. They will not be sold individually.

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October 30, 2023

Bernadzik is Australian Champion

Alex Bernadzik is the new Australian 1:8 Nitro Buggy National Champion. Racing at the MORBC track, the venue of the 2018 1:8 Buggy World Championship, the Team Associated driver took the RCRA title with victory in the 1-hour final of the SpeedyRC supported championship. In qualifying it would be Kyle Ward-McBride who secured the TQ after he went fastest in 3 of the 5 rounds at the same track where he did his National Championship double in 2015. With one TQ run a piece, Bernadzik and Aaron Dexter completed the Top 3 in the qualification ranking, 74 drivers taking part in this year’s Nationals. While Ward-McBride would win his Semi from Dexter, an unlucky run for Bernadzik would see him finish 5th putting him 12th on the 15 car grid for the final. Coming from the back it wouldn’t take Bernadzik long to get to the front and with Ward-McBride retiring after 12-minutes, he cruised to the win by a comfortable 4-lap margin over the Tekno of Caleb Noble and Sworkz of Christian Wolhuter. In eBuggy, Noble would reverse that result taking the title from the Queensland driver with Jayden Edmunds’ Team Associated third.

Source: RC Race Media [Facebook]

October 28, 2023

JConcepts 20th Anniversary grid apparel

JConcepts has released the Grid t-shirt and hoodie as part of their 20^th anniversary season celebration. After a successful 2023 campaign, the team from Groveland, Florida has prepared a new graphic displaying an alternative anniversary logo combined with an updated background to bolster the design. The viewer’s eye carefully locks in on the grid design in blue, while the fresh JConcepts logo pops in bright white printing. On the sleeve, the racing checkerboard design provides the winning fit and finish to the design. The stealth black shirt produced in 100% cotton fabric has a comfortable feel while the stealth black hoodie, pullover sweatshirt is produced in 50/50 fabric, has a comfortable feel, and is available in sizes ranging from small to triple extra-large.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

October 26, 2023

LRP ‘Highflex’ V2 Sensor Wires

LRP has introduced a new range of ‘Highflex’ V2 Sensor Wires. Based on their popular original sensor wires they get further improved specification and the addition of 175mm length which is perfect for 1:10 2WD use. Also available in 70mm, 95mm, 150mm and 200mm, each sensor wire is packaged 3 wire strands next to each other and stacked in 2 rows on top of each other, perfectly positioned with a shrink tube, which is not too tight and not too loose with further improved crimping. This gives a tight fit to the motor and ESC sensor ports.

Source: LRP [lrp.cc]

October 26, 2023

T-Works 1:8 & 1:10 Handheld Tyre Balancer

New from T-Works is this handheld tyre balance for both 1:8 and 1:10 wheels. The tool has been designed to balance most 12mm hex and 17mm hex wheels, including 1:10 buggy, short course, 1:8 buggy and truggy. To change between 1:8 and 1:10 wheels simple the switch around of wheel adapter on the handle.

View wheel adapter change here

October 25, 2023

ONG Team Associated Apparel

Back to back 1:8 Offroad World Champion Davide Ongaro has released new apparel under his ONG brand. Featuring the Italian’s ONG logo, the back also carries the branding of his long time chassis sponsor Team Associated for whom he recently claimed the iconic American manufacturer’s 32nd IFMAR World Championship title with his 1:10 4WD Buggy victory. If you fancy getting your hands on an ONG t-shirt or hoodie you can contact Davide’s father Mauro directly.

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October 25, 2023

HotRace 1:8 Offroad tyre sidewall stiffeners

Italy’s HotRace Tyres has introduced their new ‘Tyre Side Stiffener’ for use with their 1:8 Offroad range of tyres. The sidewall stiffeners can be fitted by gluing to the inside and outside of the tyres. Sold as a set of four, they are recommended when your buggy has too much lateral grip and such cases they will help improve stability and reduce the risk of your car to traction roll.

Source: Hotrace Tyres [hotracetyres.com]

October 24, 2023

Matrix Offroad tyre balance weights

Adapting the balancing system that they have had in use in onroad nitro racing for a number of years, Matrix Tires has now introduced the concept of its screw in balancing weights for Offroad use. Available in 0.4, 0.7, 1.1, 1.5 & 1.9 grams options, the grub screw weights are fixed into the holes included in the Italian company’s rim design allowing you to get the perfect balance of your tyres.

View weight range here