May 7, 2026

Baird wins Irish Championship opener

Mugen Seiki driver Bradley Baird got his RCCAOI 1:8 Nitro Buggy Irish National Championship title defence off to a perfect start taking the win at the NIMCC hosted season opener.  Round 1 of the 5 round new look championship took drivers to Ballymena in Northern Ireland and on the astro track it was Baird who dominated a rain effected qualifying.  Topping all 5 rounds he would secured the TQ ahead of Dylan McBurney and Alan Scroggie.  In the 45-minute final, Baird continued his form to win ahead of Andrew McClean, who started 4th, with McBurney completing the podium.  Round 2 of the championship will see racers compete on dirt at the RCNI track in Bandbridge on June 20/21.

Source: RCCAOI [rccaoi.com]


May 7, 2026

LAP Paradise Int. Buggy Party 2026 – Announcement

With its track going viral on the internet when the world tuned in for its hosting of the Asian Buggy Championships two weeks ago, Malaysian track LAP Paradise RC Raceway has announced details of its annual International Buggy Party Race which takes place December 11-13th.  With the track undergoing huge development works in preparations for its first hosting of an Asian Buggy Championships round, its large 3D layout and sealed surface, contrasted by its blue infield, was a huge hit with visiting racers including young Kyosho star Phi-Long Nguyen who took the double win and his main rival & Top Qualifier Mayako’s Pekko Iivonen.  Situated in the south of the country in Johor Bahru, LAP Paradise RC Raceway is only an hour drive from major international hub airport Singapore Changi Airport.  The amazing Malaysian hospitality also makes LAP Paradise RC Raceway a must visit race destination for 1:8 Offroad racers.

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May 7, 2026

Moto Obscura RC10 B2, B3, & T3 Alu Parts

Vintage racing accessories brand Moto Obscura has recently announced a new line of aftermarket parts for the Team Associated B2, B3, and T3 2WD buggies and stadium trucks.  The item of the new product line is the front bulkhead which is machined from 7075 Aluminium alloy, and finished in either smooth black or deep blue anodising.  It retains the unique shape that defines the front of the chassis, while adding additional features like hinge pin set screws, and a pocket on the bottom for weight to be added.  The Rear arm mounts bring the same strength and style to the rear of the chassis. This unique single piece design features 3 degrees of toe and 3 degrees of Anti Squat. Like the front bulkhead, it is machined from 7075 Aluminium alloy, and finished in black or blue. Available with 4-40 mounting holes for the RC10 B2, or 5-40 mounting holes for the B3 and T3.  An aluminium transmission brace rounds out the new products for the B2 / B3 / T3 platform and adds some elegance right where it is most visible.

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May 6, 2026

Schumacher CAT PB Shock Tower Conversion Sets

Schumacher has introduced three new Shock Tower Conversion Sets for their CAT PB 1:10 4WD Buggy.  The shock tower conversion for the front of the CAT PB has been used at the Florida Carpet Champs and the EOS in Daun to great success.  This system allows the user to adjust not only shock tower height but camber width as well. The Benefits are being able to choose a standard height shock or lower mounted shock limiting up travel and lowering the Centre of Gravity.  The Camber straps go from 43mm (kit) to 46mm and then 50mm being the widest. This is allowing the chassis to be stiffened in roll with the wider the strap, allowing the CAT PB to become even more responsive while staying flat. The Geometry changes have been run over the last 6 months by our Factory team and proven these are worthwhile changes.  The Rear Shock Tower ‘Low Grip’ Conversion Set, has been used by the British manufacturer race team around the world who found the narrow strap option very helpful. This change will be lengthening the link length and will soften the car in roll.  This will benefit the CAT PB’s on power steering allowing the rear to roll more while accelerating through high speed corners.  The ‘High Grip’ Rear Shock Tower Conversion allows you to lower the shocks and wing down lowering the centre of gravity but not increasing droop.  By the addition of the wishbone plates we are able to keep the shock rates the same but with that the stiffness’s across the wishbone have altered. With the Lower shocks and Wing in these positions the car corners much flatter, this will require a softer setup on the rear on some surfaces to compensate.

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May 5, 2026

Rubix Racing Products Lazer ZX Rear Bulkhead

Specialists in vintage RC car models, Rubix Racing Products has released their innovative upgrade rear bulkhead designed specifically for the Kyosho Lazer ZX and Kyosho Lazer ZX-RR buggy platforms.  Manufactured from POM, this component delivers improved durability while maintaining the fit and feel enthusiasts expect.  Engineered to address a common failure point, this upgraded rear bulkhead reinforces the rear structure where common breaking occurs; Helping reduce the risk of damage during rollover incidents when the rear shock tower is impacted.  A direct replacement for LA-31 with precise OEM fitment, it is ideal for restoration, racing, or performance upgrades and it features added sway bar holes for easier integration of sway bar mounts.

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May 4, 2026

Xray XB2’26 1.2mm Hudy Spring Steel Chassis

Xray has released this special 1.2mm thick steel chassis for their XB2’26 1:10 2WD Buggy which is produced from world-renowned Hudy Spring Steel.  Giving unique handling characteristics and outstanding durability, this optional chassis is suitable for medium to high traction tracks.  The increased weight makes for an ultra-low CG, which improves stability and consistency in all conditions.  It also means traction rolling tendencies are significantly decreased.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


May 4, 2026

Kobbevik doubles at INS16 Round 2

Making the trip Stateside, Schumacher’s Daniel Kobbevik completed the double at the second round of the JConcepts Indoor National Series.  Racing at the RC One Racing offroad facility in Michigan, the Norwegian would secure the TQ in 2WD on the carpet track ahead of team-mate and reigning INS Champion Broc Champlin, the World Champion topping the opening of the three qualifier.  Team Associated’s Aydin Horne completed the Top 3 on the grid.  In 4WD it was season opening double winner Chase Lemieux who claimed the TQ, the Xray driver topping Q1.  While Kobbevik topped Q2, it was team-mate Brennan Schimmel, fastest in Q3, he lined up P2.  In the finals, while Lemieux took A1, Kobbevik took A2 & 3 to secure the overall win with Lemieux and Schimmel completing the podium.  In 2WD, Kobbevik took A1 ahead of Horne, but from 4th on the grid 2023 2WD World Champion Tater Sontag took the win from the visitor.  Staying out front in A3 Kobbevik completed the double with Sontag and Horne joining his on the podium.

Image: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]


May 1, 2026

T-Works X5B CF Receiver Box Cover & Connector Switch

T-Works has released this Carbon Receiver Box Cover & Connector Switch for the Hong Nor X5B 1:8 Buggy.  The cover replaces the kit standard plastic cover and includes wiring for the a Connector Style Power Switch.  They also offer a bank carbon fibre cover for those utilising the buggy’s receiver box standard on/off switch mount.  As part of the release T-Works has also produced a carbon cover for the battery box.

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