HRC Distribution have introduced the new HRC Racing Dual Star Pro multi-chemistry AC/DC charger. Offering two 200W charge outputs and an LiHV mode, the device is capable of up to 20A charge current with the internal balancers sporting a swift 1A balancing drain for fast charging. In addition the charger features two back-lit LCD screens, dual 4-button programming and an integrated 400W power supply.
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Coming from RC Speed Secrets and made for the Tekno RC EB410 buggy are the new 2x 1.7 + 2x 1.0 and 2x 1.6 + 2x 1.0 Next Level Cheater shock pistons. CNC-machined from high-quality Delrin material the pistons offer the 4-hole “Competition Hole” setup with two larger and two smaller holes for improved suspension performance and handling. The 1.7 pistons are best used in the front of the buggy while the smaller 1.6 variant excels in the rear of the EB410. The pistons come as pairs and they are available now.
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Team Associated have introduced the new Reedy-R hooded sweatshirt. Featuring a 50/50 cotton and polyester blend to cut the chill, the Reedy-R hoodie features the iconic Reedy Powered logo across the front and rear lower corner, making it perfectly suitable for the track or daily wear.
Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]
The 2018 Philippine Masters will be held from the 4th to the 6th of May at the Circulo Verde track in Quezon City, Philippines. Classes run will be 1/8 Nitro Buggy and 1/8 Nitro Truggy and the event is organised by the Voice of RC, Scotty Ernst. More information can be found on social media here or by emailing Edward Sio (sioedward@yahoo.com).
Tekin have launched their all-new T-series servo line of high-performance low-profile, speed and torque servos. All feature Digital Magnetic Position Encoding for accuracy, linearity and control with efficient and cool operation. The element proof design provides protection from dust, dirt and water with a 3-piece machined aluminium housing while precision-cut metal gears and dual ball bearings support a smooth, strong drive train. The range includes the T-120 (0.04s/10.1kg-cm) low-profile speed, T-180 (0.06s/15.3kg-cm) low-profile torque, T-130 (0.03s/10.7kg-cm) standard-size 1/10th scale speed, T-190 (0.05s/17.4kg-cm) standard-size 1/10th scale torque, T-250 (0.07s/22.3kg-cm) standard-size 1/8th speed, T-300 (0.08s/25.5kg-cm) standard-size 1/8th torque as well as the T-360 (0.09s/29.8kg-cm) crawler large scale and T440 (0.11s/36.2kg-cm) crawler large scale servo. All are usable with 6.0V to 8.4V input, they are programable through Tekin’s HotWire PC interface and come including an all-aluminium clamping-design Crowbar servo arm.
Coming from Traxxas is their new 1/8th scale Special Edition Funny Car. The RTR vehicle is based on the company’s standard Funny Car but features a vast amount of upgrades such as GTR shock absorbers with PTFE-coated aluminium bodies and titanium-nitride coated shock shafts, it comes with lightweight 7075-T6 aluminium wheel spindles and anodised 6061-T6 aluminium steering blocks and rear suspension link mounts. The car is available with red or blue anodised alloy parts and it also includes a Race Replica ProGraphix painted body, a 4-channel TQi 2.4GHz rado system with Traxxas Stability Management as well as the Castle Creation powered ET-3s brushless power system.
The 2017 Fall Brawl was held at Badlands RC Supercross in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina last weekend. Unlike in years past where it was cold, rainy, and the event even had some snow, this year the weather was exceptional for December. Adding to the magic of fantastic weather and great atmosphere, the track was dialed and extremely fun to drive on. Every lap provided challenge and an unexplainable thrill that put a smile on your face. The flow was perfect, the jumps required skill, and even the cross-over was money. All in all, the Fall Brawl keeps getting better every year and this year proved to be an unforgettable outdoor 1/8th nitro experience.
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This year, the ROAR Region 4 Regional Championship was hosted by Coral Springs R/C Car Club in Coral Springs, Florida who provided an awesome layout that was fun and had a lot of flow. Quite unique to the Florida racing scene, the red clay treated with calcium chloride provided ample grip, but the rainfall prior to the event never allowed the track to fully mature into its typical high-grip state leaving it bumpier than usual. In 2WD Modified and showing that he still has the skills to pay the bills, Team Associated driver Jason Ruona takes the highly coveted regional title with a terrific performance in A1 and clutch run in A3 to seal the deal. Team Associated’s Lee Setser would wrap up 2nd with Serpent’s Justin Fales 3rd on the box. Paul Wynn would finish 4th with Chris Intravia 5th overall.
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