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June 7, 2010

Timmerman wins at Wisconsin Nitro Series

The Wisconsin Nitro Series was finally able to get underway for the 2010 season this weekend. After an unfortunate rain out on the series first week last month, Mother Nature again threatened to “rain on our parade” but we were able to get most of the event in. The threat of poor weather scared away some racers, but 70+ entries showed up for the event and were greeted with a great facility updated with many new features and a new track design. The track operated by the Reedsburg Racers Club is located about 1 hour north of the State Capitol of Madison.

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June 6, 2010

Ellis Stafford wins 2wd at Eden Park National

oOple are reporting on round three of the 2010 BRCA 10th off road national series that was held at Eden Park Raceway in South West London yesterday. The 2WD event saw the mid motor cars of Ellis Stafford (X6) and Grant Williams (Schumacher Cougar SV) battling it out for domination during qualifying. Some amazing racing in the 3-legged finals saw Ellis Stafford take the overall win with Grant 2nd and Tom Cockerill 3rd.

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Source: oOple [oople.com]

June 5, 2010

Caster Racing SK-10 1/10th scale EP buggy

Caster Racing have announced the upcoming release of their new 1/10th scale 4wd EP off road buggy. Using a competition RTR chassis design as a foundation, the SK-10 buggy has been given all the racing features that a competition car needs and can be upgraded further to a higher spec at a later time. This RTR features mini big bore shocks with 3.5mm shock shafts and a slipper clutch differential in the center, features that are normally only available in competition kits. Available soon.

Source: Caster Racing [casterracing.com]

June 4, 2010

Inaugural ROAR 1:8 Electric Off-Road National Championship

ROAR

ROAR and Nor-Cal Hobbies located in Union City, California, have announced the dates for the Inaugural ROAR 1:8 Electric Off-Road National Championship. Following the successful US Championship hosted by Revelation Hobbies in 2009, the electric 1:8 Off-road divisions of 1:8 buggies and 1:8 trucks will now be recognized with level 5 national championship designation. The Event is scheduled to take place at Nor-Cal Hobbies facilities on September 15-19, 2010. As a level 5 ROAR Event, the ROAR race management team will oversee the operation and technical duties associated with such national championships. This event will crown national champions in 2 classes, 1:8 electric buggies and 1:8 electric trucks. Each class will be powered by any ROAR approved battery (up to 14.8v) and ROAR approved motor and vehicles will be subject to dimensional specifications as outlined in the ROAR rulebook vehicle guideline. On-Line registration will begin 12:01 AM Friday June 18, 2010 at the ROAR website.

Source: ROAR [roarracing.com]

June 4, 2010

Werks Racing B6 .21 Competition buggy engine

Following on the success of their B5 .21 engine, Werks Racing is pleased to announce the release of the new B6 .21 competition off-road engine. Specifically made for use in today’s competition level off-road buggies, the B6 utilizes a true 5 port sleeve design. The Italian made B6 engine provides a buttery smooth, super linear power band with strong mid and top end, perfect for the precise control that is required to compete at the highest levels of off-road buggy racing. Most importantly the B6 also possesses one of the most key ingredients for competition today, efficiency, providing run times amongst the best in the industry.

Source: Werks Racing [werksracing.com]

June 3, 2010

Fastrax professional wheel balancing station

New from Fastrax is this professional wheel balancing station that allows you to balance both buggy and truggy wheels. Balancing your tyres will improve your car’s traction and stability, and give improved shock absorber action. It also helps to identify improperly glued rubber tyres or differences in inserts. Made by PSM Racing it features quick & easy installation, with an aluminium base board, and is supplied with wheel balancing gum.

Source: Fastrax [fastrax-rc.com]

June 3, 2010

Losi closed cell foam inserts

Losi have released their new closed cell foam inserts. Highly durable, making them ideal for long mains, the inserts can be used multiple times between various sets of tires making them economical too. The insert design eliminates air gap between insert and tire and are highly advantageous on tracks that are medium-to-high grip, by decreasing a tire’s slip angle thus enhancing vehicle control. Sold in a set of 4.

Source: Losi [losi.com]

June 2, 2010

Hudy Star-Box for 1/8 off-road

The Hudy Star-Box is a professional starter box designed for 1/8 off-road cars and truggies. Claiming to the world’s lowest, ultra-compact starter box, this lightweight design has bracket plate posts to fit most 1/8 off-road cars and truggies. Designed to accept either standard NiMh and LiPo 2S batteries it comes fully assembled and ready to use. The premium quality, long-life drive belt system runs off a powerful 775-type motor, with fan, while the CNC-machined aluminium housing and top plate have a high-quality black coating for extra durability. An integrated switch for comfortable on/off switching is attached to a quality wiring harness with extra-thick cables and quick-change fast-on connector, no soldering required. The quick-change starter wheel system was designed to allow for fast & simple replacement of the starter wheel using only 3 screws. An integrated composite handle with ergonomic back cover allows for comfortable carrying and higher plastic feet are included to configure the Star-Box for use with taller truggies. Finally, the starter wheel can be mounted on both right or left side.

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