The Xray Racing Series Shanghai was held at the RCI V2 indoor track in Shanghai, China this past weekend. The event saw some competitive racing between China’s top drivers and in the premier Touring Modified class, it was Xray’s reigning Chinese National Champion, Gary Huang taking a close win over veteran racer Wang Hai Feng (Yokomo), while young up and coming Chinese Xray driver Marco Ma completed the podium in 3rd.
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Coming from Samix are brass rear hub carriers for the popular Traxxas TRX-4 trail truck. Being machined from heavy brass material they add 68g of weight to one of the lowest parts of the chassis which will significantly improve climbing performance and rear traction over the standard items. An extra shock mounting location adds adjustability and the hubs are compatible with standard Traxxas parts. A black coating improves wear characteristics as it prevents corrosion and engraved L and R markings ensure easy identification.
Coming from Surpass Hobby are their new Rocket Taurus 1/8th scale electric brushless motors. They utilise a high-strength 7075 aluminium case in a red and black bi-colour design and feature a special winding technology for exceptional power and efficiency of the 4-pole motors. Highest quality components such as US-imported copper and Japanese ceramic bearings ensure high power output as to heavy-duty solder terminals. Other features include a fully rebuildable design, CCW or CW timing adjustment, and the ability to mount the morons using either two M4 or four M3 screws. The Rocket Taurus series motors are available in a open can 4268 on-road variant in 2700kV, 2350kV, 2000kV, 1850kV or 1550kV specification and also as 4274 off-road variant in 2200kV, 1950kV, 1700k, 1500kV or 1400kV specs. Both motors are designed to comply with IFMAR, ROAR, EFRA and BRCA rules.
Nemo Racing have introduced their new dual carry bag. The bag can be carried using the small handles on the side or, found in the rear zipped compartment are two straps that turn this bag into a backpack allowing to both carrying equipment from the car or travelling the world. Suitable for both 1/8th and 1/10th buggies and cars, this bag is capable of carrying two vehicles of either scale simultaneously or one car plus accessories, like up to 30 sets of spare tyres. On top of that, there is a further zip pocket for carrying manuals, set up sheets, decals, a pit board, towels etc. The padded main compartment provides the ideal protection for your most valuable RC items. The bag, made of 600D polyester, is branded with the Nemo Racing design to make it stand out from the crowd.
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Motiv have announced that Keven Hebert will be representing the brand in 2019. Other than Keven’s ability to compete with their products among the worlds best, he brings in many years of experience and most importantly a championship attitude that really makes the difference. Keven had this to say about the deal:
I am excited to be running for Motiv in 2019! Not many of you know this but when I first started racing, the first pro racer I met was Paul Lemieux, It was in 2002 at a race in Canada. Even though I could not speak English back then he was there to help and did everything he could to help me. 17 years later I am happy to be running for a company that has killer racer products made by one of the most genuine people in the industry. Looking forward to seeing you all at the track!
Source: Motiv [motivrc.com]
Redcat Racing have introduced new option parts for their Gen8 scale crawler. The range includes CNC-machined aluminium optionals such as the centre skid plate, transmission case housing and gear cover set as well as the transfer case housing set. All are direct replacements for the original parts, adding strength, heat dissipation capabilities and not to mention looks. The sets include all needed hardware to make them a direct fit. Another heavy duty optional are the steel splined CV front and rear driveshafts that add strength and durability. Last but not least come a clear body shell to personalise the visual appearance while an aluminium grill set adds scale realism. The grille is machined from high-quality aluminium, it comes in a natural silver finish and includes mounting hardware.
The popular Pro10 RC Lemans Series, held in Germany, Belgium and The Netherlands, is going into its 14th season this year with the championship kicking off on the weekend of the 28th of April in Rucphen, The Netherlands. The series is held in Pro10 Modified and 10.5T Zero Boost Stock classes and as 2-day events with free practice on Saturday and qualifiers and finals on Sunday. Full information (in German language) as well as all dates and venues can be found on the official website here.
Tekno RC’s new lightweight wing has been designed to eliminate unnecessary material while maintaining strength and durability. Coming in at just 41 grams, it’s meant to be the lightest moulded wing on the market by nearly ten grams. As the highest part on the vehicle, a lightweight wing improves the vehicle’s handling by lowering the centre of gravity. Injection moulded from a durable polymer blend and thoroughly track tested, it will stand up to brutal race conditions. It is also ROAR and IFMAR legal without modification, uses standard mounting locations and wing buttons. The wing is available in black, yellow and white colour.
