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January 22, 2019

2019 Apex Reedy Challenge – Report

APEX Raceway and Hobbies held the 2019 Apex Reedy Challenge this past weekend. The Snowbirds Nationals Warm-up event was formally called Thunder Jam, but it is now know as the Apex Challenge that joined the Tri-State Series including tracks from Queen City in Cincinnati, OH and SIRC in Clarksville, IN. Friday was open practice and setup. Racers pour into the Apex Raceway and began to prepare for what was sure to be a great event. Saturday was all about the business with three qualifiers and mains across seven classes including VTA, USGT, F1, Euro Truck, 12th Scale, 17.5 Touring Car, and local class SS Can-Am TC. Heavy hitters like Eric EA Anderson, Matt Lyons, Justin Lyons, and John Barron were all there to showcase and show out. But also regional hot shots like Kemp Anderson, Alan Saul, and Zac Donathen. And not to forget the local fast guys and the weekend warriors. The qualifiers were simply amazing in every class with a few surprises here and there and we got the see a possible change of the guard in many classes. TQ after three rounds of qualifier went to John Barron inn 17.5 12th scale, Matt Lyons in 17.5 TC, Eric Anderson in SS Can-Am, Zac Donathen in Euro Truck, John Barron in Formula, Kemp Anderson in USGT and Justin Lyons in USVTA.

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January 22, 2019

McFactory B6.1 LCG titanium chassis

The ultimate advantage for any B6.1 racer, McFactory introduces their new LCG titanium chassis. Measuring out at 0.7mm thinner yet 35g heavier than the original AE chassis, the titanium chassis will provide an advantage especially in high traction conditions where slick tires are used, on astro turf and generally when racing on carpet. The main plate is a direct fit on all B6.1’s and titanium chassis for other brands will be available soon.

Source: CF Hobbies [cfhobbies.com]

January 22, 2019

Absima MKS X5 HBL550 & HBL550L servos

Absima have introduced their new Absima MKS X5 HBL550 standard and HBL550L low-profile servos. Designed for no compromise competition applications the HBL550 (0.085s/38kg-cm) and HBL550L (0.06s/15kg-cm) both utilise machined all-aluminium cases with heatsink middle sections, powerful yet efficient brushless motors, sturdy metal alloy geartrains for durability and dual ball bearings for precision. The HBL550 standard size servo, best used in 1/8th and 1/10th nitro applications, is usable with 6V to 8.2V input while the HBL550L low-profile servo, ideal for 1/10th buggies and touring cars, has a 4.8V to 7.4V voltage range. Both servos sport black receiver wires for pro looks and they are available from now on.

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January 22, 2019

Mibosport Cup Rd4 – Report

The fourth and penultimate round of the popular Mibosport Cup was held this past weekend in Hrotovice, Czech Republic. The first round after the Christmas break attracted 215 entries from eight countries to battle it out in the multiple electric on-road and off-road classes. The weekend kicked off with lots of practice on Friday followed by Saturday’s racing. In Touring Modified Zdenko Kunak was one of the pre-event favourites and he prove everyone right although, things were pretty tight after the controlled practice. However after taking the TQ he also brought home the win after the finals. Oliver tried everything to keep in touch but his efforts didn’t pay off as the young man had to settle for 2nd overall. Matej Sulc lacked pace in the finals and rather competed with Kuba Simurda right behind him. After all he managed to stay on his 3rd position. Kuba Simurda finished 4th and Radek Flek came in 5th.

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January 22, 2019

ZooRacing DogsBollox 190mm touring car body shell

ZooRacing have introduced their latest 190mm touring car body shell called the DogsBollox. Developed as an outright low centre of gravity body the lid features a 6mm lower trunk section – including the rear wing – for greater corning speeds, a more agile handling and less weight distribution changes. In addition to the low rear end the body also offers a super low front end which further adds to the aggressive LCG aero package. When run on high to very high-grip surfaces drivers will experience a lot less traction rolling issues even when using the body in the new 85g ETS weight rule configuration. The body is an evolution of the successful PreoPard and thus offers exceptional overall downforce and stability, making it ideal for the higher speeds of the 13.5T Pro Stock and Modified classes. The shell offers several aero features, such as a recessed roof section for less drag, that channels the airflow towards the rear wing for great rear end stability at both low and high speeds while the forward placed cabin and the specially shaped front end produce more steering compared to the ZooZilla as well as greater rotation in corners for greater corner speeds and a more nimble handling.

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January 22, 2019

2018/19 RugRacers Rd4 – Report

Round 4 of the popular RugRacers series and the first round of 2019 after the Christmas break attracted many drivers to return fully recharged and with new toys to play with as well. In 13.5 Blinky Touring, Tony Broad was the fastest out the blocks to take FTQ ahead of Ashley Wiffen and Shaun Batt. Leg 1 would see the win for Shaun with Tony charging back through the field and no way past Ashley. Leg 2 would go to Tony but not before coming under huge pressure from Ashley but with no mistakes held on to take the overall win to finish in qualifying order, meaning Tony Broad would take the day’s win from Ashley Wiffen and Shaun Batt.

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January 22, 2019

Zhao & Miller win at 2019 Ice Breaker

LSR Speedway of Sacramento, California held their 2019 Ice Breaker race last weekend. The event attracted 170 entries and in 2WD Expert Stock Buggy it was Yokomo’s Patrick Zhao with the overall TQ. Patrick then went on to win A-mains 1 and 2 for an early overall victory from Yokomo teammates Lucas Wedsted in 2nd and Nick Miller in 3rd. In the 13.5T Stadium Truck class it was Nick Miller with the TQ and win as he left behind Doug Lariviere and Chris Silva in 2nd and 3rd respectively.

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January 22, 2019

Pietsch & Ongaro win at LRP Master race

Indoor Racing Chilelli in Castelnuovo Scrivia, Italy played host to the LRP Master 2019 race this past weekend. The race was held in a multitude of classes and in the premier Touring Modified category it was Nitro On-road ace, Robert Pietsch (Mugen) with the TQ and win from another Nitro front runner, Capricorn’s Mirko Salemi. Nicola Marrone (Infinity) would round out the top 3 result.

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