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March 13, 2018

Xtreme Aerodynamics Diablo 1/8th body

After releasing a teaser last year, Xtreme Aerodynamics have finally introduced their latest 1/8th creation, the Diablo. After a long development carried out with some of the best drivers in the World, the Italian factory is now releasing a body that has already proven itself as highly performant in the hands of Simon Kurzbuch at the Guan You Sunpadow GP, and has received an EFRA homologation last month. The body will be available in the light (1mm) and ultra-light (.75mm) versions, and in pre-cut versions for several chassis.

View more images of the body here

March 13, 2018

Yokomo YD-2EXII RWD Drift chassis

Having taken top honours at the D1-10 World Championship in the Netherlands twice, the high-end RWD chassis kit YD-2EX has been improved for use on low traction surfaces and the Yokomo YD-2EXII will be released at the end of this month. The key feature of YD-2E series is the low centre of gravity for performing high speed drifting in any type of surface condition. Wanting to improve further Team Yokomo developed and tested new front steering blocks for more steering angle and wider tread and shorter lower arms for amazing traction on all surfaces and now these new parts come as standard. Also featuring new low friction shocks and graphite main chassis which enables the use any type of batteries released for 1/10 scale RC cars in a variety position.

View more images of the car here

March 13, 2018

Murray double at opening BRCA GT12 weekend

This past weekend saw the 1st and 2nd Round of the BRCA GT12 Nationals at the Eastbourne club. Split over the two days this year a great entry of 75 drivers on each day saw the best GT12 drivers going at it. It was a great weekend for the Schumacher Team and Andy Murray in particular. Andy managed to TQ and win both days in fairly dominant fashion for the close nature of GT12 racing. The Zen of Ollie Payne pushed Andy hard but would end up second with Adam Catchpole taking the podium in third.

View the final results here

March 13, 2018

Racing Performer RPG-302 V3 gyro

New from Yokomo under their Racing Performer brand is the RPG-302 V3 gyro. The conventional RPG-302 was well known for its balance and fast response as well as mild steering performance to achieve a realistic drifting angle. The new RPG-302 V3 now has a new feature, adjustable steering end point giving the possibility to adjust the steering limit for right and left independently. The look as also been updated with a new aluminium case with red anodised chamfered edges. Best suited for all type of RWD car, but can also work in AWD (4WD) cars.

Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]

March 13, 2018

Xray high-performance soft shell jacket

New from Xray is this high-performance soft shell jacket whose material offers super-lightweight construction combined with durable water repellant finish and unsurpassed strength performance. The microfleece interior ensures excellent thermal retention and the highest degree of comfort and the jacket features two outer waist pockets and a lower adjustable cord that allows you to tighten the bottom of the jacket to keep out the wind. Emblazoned with the Xray logo and graphics in comes in a full range of sizes.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

March 13, 2018

Carlsson takes Middle Swedish Indoor cup

The last round of the Middle Swedish Indoor cup was held in Falun, Sweden recently. It was a fairly big flowing track with tricky grip conditions for all drivers attending the race. In the Superstock class it was Daniel Carlsson (Team Associated) who took TQ with Per Lindqvist (Team Associated) in second and Rasmus Karlsson (Schumacher) in third. The first final saw a tone to tone win from Daniel under hard pressure from Per in the first few minutes, after Per made a mistake he had to settle for second. Second final Daniel made a huge mistake in the third corner losing it all to last position. After that Per had a fairly easy cruise for the win. Last final would set the podium, Daniel opened up safe and built a gap and stretched it out to around 4 seconds over the line where he took the victory, Per finished second and Rasmus Karlsson third after a hard battle to the line with Nathan Parker (Serpent). The overall cup was also decided at this final race of the season and it was Daniel Carlsson who took the overall victory in front of Per Lindqvist and Rasmus Karlsson.

Thanks to Daniel Carlsson for the report.

March 12, 2018

JConcepts Satellite tire mounting rubber bands in red

JConcepts have introduced a new take on a classic product, the Satellite tire mounting rubber bands are now available in red. A uniquely molded design, specifically developed for tire mounting, the rubber band is produced in a high-elasticity material capable of stretching to a full assortment of different sized tires. Finely detailed array of handles are designed to ergonomically conform to your fingers so the user can deftly adjust the rubber band to the sidewall of each tire to apply the pressure where it is needed. Includes 4 bands per package.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

March 12, 2018

Fenix Racing 1/12th 0.2mm shim sets

New from Fenix Racing and especially made for 1/12th models, is a number of super precise 0.2mm calibrated shim sets. Designed to fine tune the car’s ride height they work on a number of cars with the front set pictured above meant to be used on most 38.5mm 1/12 front end such as VBC, Associated, Roche, Xenon and others.

View the other shim sets here