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January 5, 2018

Ronnefalk tops 2WD practice at DHI Cup

David Ronnefalk set the fastest time in 2WD practice at the DHI Cup this morning in Denmark, the HB Racing driver quickest from back to back reigning champion Michal Orlowski. Winner of the event in 2015, Ronnefalk set a fastest 3-consecutive lap time of 57.514 compared to Orlowski’s 57.597 with the Top 3 completed by 13-year-old Elias Johansson with a time of 57.955. With the event marking 7-time DHI Offroad Champion Joern Neumann’s debut for Schumacher, the German kicked off this new partnership with the 6th fastest time.

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January 5, 2018

Ty Tessmann Hobbywing-powered for 2018 and beyond

In a statement on social media Xray’s Ty Tessmann has announced his new partnership with Hobbywing. The Canadian ace leaves behind a very fruitful and long-lasting campaign with Team Orion but he left the outfit at the end of last year and will be using Hobbywing controller and motors from now on. The 2014 IFMAR 1/8th Buggy World and 14-times ROAR National Champion says:

I would like to announce that after a lot of testing and thought, I have chosen to run for Hobbywing for my 1/10 and 1/8 electric program for the next two years and beyond. I am very happy to become a part of the leading electronics company and look forward to some great success in the future. I want to thank Salton Dong and Mr. Jack Zhang for this opportunity with Hobbywing. My debut race will be the Reedy Race of Champions.

January 5, 2018

Samix SCX10 II brass knuckle set

Coming from Samix and made for the Axial SCX10 II trail truck is a brass knuckle set. The knuckles weigh in at 46g each, adding valuable weight to one of the lowest areas in the chassis for overall improved climb performance. The parts are machined from high-quality material and they sport a protective coat in black colour. Included come outer 5x13x4mm heavy duty bearings and POM bearings inserts for easy installation and replacement. The knuckles are a direct fit with Axial’s standard or Samix’s optional C-hubs, they come in sets of two and are usable with Samix’s optional mock-up brake discs and callipers for added realism.

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January 5, 2018

Roche Rapide F1 Evo alloy chassis & shock extension

Roche have introduced new option parts for the Rapide F1 Evo formula car in the form of an aluminium chassis, a rear lower pod plate and a DVS-V2 centre shock extension. Starting with the chassis, the part is cut from 2.5mm aluminium and it sports massive machining to scrub weight and optimise the flex characteristics. The chassis and the matching rear lower pod plate both sport a red and black finish and support Roche’s floating side link system.

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January 5, 2018

Tamiya F104 ProII with 2017-type body shell

Coming soon from Tamiya is the F104 ProII 1/10th formula kit with 2017-type body shell. The car is based on the proven F104 chassis that comes fitted with a front end with adjustable camber as well as a rear 1.5mm fibreglass T-bar, a TRF shock absorber and various option parts. Also included are 2017-style wings and a matching body shell. The kit will hit stores in February.

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January 5, 2018

110% Racing ride height expansion set & nitro syringe

110% Racing have introduced two new accessories in the form of the ride height expansion set for their original ride height gauge as well as a nitro syringe to calculate fuel mileage. Starting with the ride height expansion set, it comprises of two 3-D-printed plates to be used with the 110% ride height gauge. The 13mm to 15mm plate is marked with a 3, 4, and 5 and it will give the ride height needed when running off-road on carpet. The additional The 37mm to 39mm plate allows to use the ride height gauge for a truggy. The two plates come as a set, however the ride height gauge is not included.

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January 5, 2018

Dash SS601 Super Speed low profile servo

Coming from Dash’s A10 series is the new SS601 Super Speed low profile servo. Capable of speeds down to 0.056s the full metal case and high-voltage compatible servo is ideal for competition 1/10th scale classes and it features a Japanese-made potentiometer, 0.008ms dead band, dual ball bearings, as well as a chrome and titanium alloy geartrain. In addition, the heatsink design case makes for maximum cooling of the 2-pole brushless motor even in high stress situations.

Source: Dash [dash-rc.com]

January 4, 2018

Reedy Zappers SG competition LiHV battery packs

Team Associated have introduced their all-new Reedy Zappers SG LiHV battery packs. Their silicon graphene construction lowers internal resistance, increases voltage output, reduces operating temperatures, and improves cycle-life. Zappers SG batteries are available in low-profile (LP) stick and shorty versions as well as a 1S version designed for 1/12th scale and other classes that require the use of a 1S battery. A 7.6 nominal voltage means that with a suitable charger, the battery can be safely charged to 4.35V/cell. However, even when the typical 4.2V/cell charging limit is enforced, Zappers SG still offers a significant advantage thanks to a flatter discharge curve, which results in more voltage deeper into the race. A high-quality, durable hard case helps prevent damage while embedded socket connectors keep power-robbing resistance to a minimum. A charge lead and male ESC connectors are included.

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