March 6, 2012

Sanford takes overall Snowman 1/8th BL series

A quick update from Tekno RC whose drivers Lucas Sanford, Ryan Hughes, Daniel Lewis and Matt Wolter took the top 4 spots in 1/8th Electric Buggy at the final round of the Snowman series, hosted by ARC in Temecula, CA. Lucas took 1st place overall, while Ryan took 2nd overall for the series. The drivers were all running prototype Tekno RC 1/8th electric buggies.

Source: Tekno RC [teknorc.com]


March 6, 2012

JR Mitch signs to TLR team

TLR have announced the signing of JR Mitch to the TLR team, Spektrum, Orion and Horizon Hobby. With JR’s lively attitude on and off the track and long history of racing experience makes JR a perfect fit at TLR. JR will be a key driver in the Florida area along with the east coast racing scene. JR will attend both electric and nitro races for TLR throughout the year with his first big event being the upcoming Neo Race in England.  JR will also attend the 1/8th Off-Road World Championship in Argentina later this year. JR Mitch had this to say:

I would like to take this opportunity to thank AE/Reedy for more than ten years of support and guidance in racing. There are a few people who stand out to me for making a significant impact during my time with this company. I would like to give special recognition to: Cliff Lett, Brent Thielke, Richard Saxton, and Rick Hohwart. At this point in time, I am not leaving AE/Reedy with any hard feelings. I just feel that it is time for a change and look forward to the opportunities that await for me racing with TLR. Once again, thank you for the many years I have spent racing with you.

Source: TLR [tlracing.com]


March 5, 2012

JConcepts MP9 & RC8.2 Finnisher bodies

Expanding their body range, JConcepts have introduced the MP9 and RC8.2 Finnisher shells. Increased windshield angle provides a steady force upfront during mid-flight wind gusts on large jumps while the forward cab placement changes performance / visible bias which helps steering rotation in low traction corners. The side-pods have a strong and chiseled look, including a recessed area in the rear which allows another option for air-escape. The chassis side-guard to body fit has been tightened up which helps eliminate large empty voids that contribute to mid-flight directional changes. The area behind the cab has been greatly lowered exposing more of the engine heat-sink allowing more heat-escape while the V-stepped feature which is a highlighted styling cue of the Finnisher buggy bodies has been incorporated toward the rear and allows an additional area that can be trimmed to allow air-flow through the body.

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March 5, 2012

Drake double @ TLR Winter Series Rd2

Round number two of the Team Losi Racing Winter Series was this past weekend at Revelation Raceway. The event had eight heats and it was TLR, Nova Rossi, Pro-Line driver Adam Drake who TQ’ed both rounds of qualifying in the 1/8th Pro Buggy and 1/8th Pro truck classes. In the 30 minute buggy final Adam checked out on the field and won by almost two laps over Joseph Quagraine and Colby Poh. Drake also won the 25 minute truck final with Drew Moller finished second and Mike Acero finished third.

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March 5, 2012

Bitty Design 8.2 Force body shell

Bitty Design have released their 8.2 Force body shell for the Associated RC8.2. Different from their other cab forward they focussed on making a good looking shell that fits the chassis well and makes the car easy to drive. Their tests revealed a balanced body which give better feeling while driving, the lap times are not better but the handling was more consistent in long runs. The body is sold complete with windows masks, decal and protective film and has been produced with high quality 1mm Lexan.

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March 5, 2012

Silver Dollar Raceway to host 2013 IFMAR Worlds

By unanimous vote of the ROAR Executive Committee, the proposal selected for the 2013 IFMAR Electric Off-Road Worlds is from Silver Dollar Raceway in Chico, California, operated by A-Main Hobbies. In recognition of the time and effort that goes into preparing a proposal for such an event, ROAR would like to thank the other facilities that submitted proposals. The other facilities that were under consideration are top notch racing venues and the decision as to which to choose was difficult. The Silver Dollar Raceway will be a first class facility that will provide great competition and a high level of visibility trackside for local spectators and worldwide from broadcast media. ROAR looks forward with great anticipation to this landmark event, and congratulates Silver Dollar Raceway as the host.

Source: ROAR [roarracing.com]


March 5, 2012

MORC Indoor GP 2012 report

The 5th MORC Indoor GP took place last weekend in Bütschwil/Switzerland. Nearly all 1/8 scale nitro top drivers from Switzerland, Germany and Austria had signed for the race with the track being located in a large horse riding hall with rubber-matting and dirt sections as track surface. A large table top jump followed by a series of larger and smaller obstacles made up for a challenging track. Stefan Byesse (Mugen/RB/SPM) and Carsten Keller (Kyosho/Orion/SPM) dominated the qualifying with Hannes Käufler (Losi/nVision/DLD) and Marc Heim (Bergonzoni/Picco/SPM) close behind.

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March 5, 2012

Serpent S811-E aluminium chassis braces

Serpent introduce two new option parts the for Cobra 811-Be buggy in the form of front and rear aluminium chassis braces. The parts replace the stock plastic items for more rigid ones to stiffen the chassis assembly a bit for the use on flat high-grip surfaces. The parts come with gun metal coloured anodising and laser-etched Serpent logo.

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