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November 26, 2013

Jerome Sartel wins 2013 Merlin Race

The Merlin Race 2013 took place at the Cartt track in Madrid, host of the 2014 Euros B. Over 135 drivers attended the race that also marked the track reopening and that was one of the biggest races in Spain in the recent years. After qualifying Miguel Matias (TLR) took TQ and in the finals the fight was on between Miguel, Jerome Sartel, Ricardo Monteiro and Daniel Vega until the very last laps. At the end Jerome Sartel (Agama) came in first some 16 seconds in front of Miguel Matias who was hardly chased by Ricardo Monteiro (TLR) who finished less that half a second behind Matias. Daniel Vega (Agama) completed the top 4 only another four seconds behind Ricardo.

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November 25, 2013

Ryan Maifield signs long-term contract with JConcepts

Ryan Maifield signs new long-term contract with JConcepts

Ryan Maifield, the current Dirt Nitro Challenge 1/8th buggy champion, ROAR National Champion, double Indoor National Series champion and 1/10th Off-road Worlds podium driver has signed a new contract with JConcepts. Since 2005, the speedy Arizona based driver and JConcepts have formed a dynamic duo in the world of radio control racing. JConcepts has delivered performance driven products and together with Ryan’s speed and stamp of approval, the duo has accomplished what few others have. Ryan’s ability to dominate a hot new off-road class of competition or being able to excel at the legendary classes such as 1/10th and 1/8th off-road make Ryan a threat at any event in the world. Ryan’s popular driving style and pit area demeanor make him a fan favourite and also respected among his peers. Ryan had this to say about the deal:

JConcepts has been with me since the beginning of my Pro racing career and we have grown together throughout the years. The team of guys at JC have my back at all times and provide a steady force behind the product we represent. Whatever is needed or promised is delivered and we win and lose together as a team. I’m fortunate to have sponsors such as JConcepts and Team Associated who have the product to keep up with the heavy demand of my racing and keep me competitive in 8 different classes of competition.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

November 25, 2013

Reedy 7000mAh 65C LiPo battery

Reedy have released their new 7000mAh 65C LiPo battery featuring heavy-duty 5mm socket for high current applications such as Short Course 4WD, 1:8 eBuggy, and 1:10 Touring Car. Racers will certainly appreciate the improvement in power output achieved by utilizing a lower resistance connector. This battery is constructed with the same low resistance, high-capacity cells used in Reedy’s popular #309 battery housed in a durable hard case. Meets ROAR, EFRA, BRCA, IFMAR specs.

Source: Reedy [teamassociated.com]

November 25, 2013

2nd annual Gun Smoke Classic – Report

Inland Empire R/C played host for the 2nd Annual Gun Smoke Classic. With over 270 entries and 37 heats, the race was well attended by racers from across the Southwest. Qualifying got underway Saturday with three rounds of rocket-round qualifying that lasted from 9am past 9pm. When the final tone sounded it was Team Associated’s Steven Hartson who dominated qualifying by taking the TQ in 2WD Modified, 4WD Modified and 1:8 Electric. Sunday morning brought about the lower main events where the top two finishers from each lower main advanced to the next main. The highlight here was Nick Wautlet, who bumped all the way from the 2WD Expert Modified Buggy D main to the A main event. As the A mains got underway, the track continued to evolve and challenge the racers to choose the best combination of tire and additive.

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November 24, 2013

PSM S-Workz S104 carbon shock towers

PSM Racing have released two new carbon fibre shock towers fro the S-Workz S104. Both the new front and rear towers are made from from glossy 5mm Carbon Fibre and are light weight, weighing in at only 12.5 grams each with the new front tower sporting an additional shock mounting position. Both pieces are a direct replacement for the stock part.

View the rear shock tower here

November 22, 2013

Patrick Hofer extends with Team Associated & Reedy

Team Associated and Reedy announce that multi-time Swiss national champion Patrick Hofer has signed a contract extension that will see him using Reedy LiPo batteries, Sonic motors, and Reedy nitro engines in his Team Associated vehicles through 2014. Patrick recently capped off a fine 2013 season by winning the Swiss 4WD National Championship and finishing in the top 25 at the IFMAR World Championships. Team Associated and Reedy look forward to working with Patrick as he seeks to repeat his 2013 success in 2014.

Source: Team Associated [rc10.com]

November 22, 2013

Traxxas Slash 2WD low-CG conversion kit

Available soon for the Slash 2WD short course truck is this low-CG kit from Traxxas. The kit lowers the chassis, battery, and electronic components by around 33mm to bring all the advantages of a low CG to the 2WD short-course trucks including the Slash, Raptor, and Robby Gordon Edition Dakar Slash. Included in the kit is a new blue-colour chassis plate, front lower chassis, side guards, a new battery mount and optimised front shock springs. The converted vehicle will show an improved handling and increased corner speed. The main and lower chassis and also the nerf bars are optionally available in blue, black and grey colour.

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November 22, 2013

SWorkz S350 BK1 Evolution kit coming soon

SWorkz have released this first teaser image of their upcoming S350 BK1 Evolution 1/8th nitro buggy. No details are known yet but by the looks of things the buggy will at least sport a new body shell design, featuring the unavoidable cab forward silhouette with a very low rear section around the engine’s cooling head. Other details literally remain in the dark until SWorkz drop the curtain in the form of a full features and specification list.

Source: SWorkz [sworkz.com]