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July 30, 2010

DE XD Skid plate for X2-CR/CRT & S811 Cobra

DE Racing have released more additions to their XD rear skid plate range with the release of versions for the Jammin X2-CR/CRT and Serpent S811 Cobra. The new skid plate features a new leading edge for greatly improved longevity and performance and new stronger screw countersinks, they are now ultra thin which eliminates the need for longer screws. Race proven using the highest quality engineering resin they wear like aluminium at a fraction of the price and weight.

Source: DE Racing [deracing.net]

July 29, 2010

IFMAR 1/8th scale Worlds track layout

The organisers of the 2010 IFMAR 1/8th scale buggy World Championships that takes place in November in Pattaya Thailand have released details of the track which will be used for this event. Using a neat scale model to show of the new layout it sports some significant changes compared to that used at the Warm up race which then was a very fast punishing layout with a lot of high speed jumps.

View more images of the new layout here

July 26, 2010

Matt Chambers wins Dirtworks Cash Race

Team Losi Racing drivers Matt Chambers and Dustin Evans were on hand for the 7th annual Dirtworks Cash Race. Dustin had a good showing in qualifying taking the TQ spot for the 30 minute A main. It would be Matt Chambers taking home the A main win and some well deserved cash with his Team Losi Racing 8ight 2.0 buggy powered by a Nitrotec engine, Nitrotane race fuel, and Spektrum radio equipment.

Source: Losi [losi.com]

July 26, 2010

Durango DEX410 2010 spec buggy

Durango have announced that their DEX410 2010 spec is now shipping. Out-of-the-box, this car is the ultimate piece of kit for the serious, very serious and professional RC racer. They have taken all of the best parts of their 2009 World Championship winning design and made some components even better than before, as well as ensuring that 2010 ROAR spec 25mm high LiPos sit in the car perfectly.

View the new feature list here

July 25, 2010

RC4WD Dick Cepek Mud Country tire

RC4WD has teamed up with Dick Cepek tires to bring you this all new offroad tire. With this venture sure to bring several new tires to the scale market, the first is a true replica of the real Mud Country tire. As the name suggests this tire has been designed for use in muddy conditions and this tire will not disappoint. Featuring a reinforced sidewall, they are sold in advanced X3 Soft & Sticky compound.

Source: RC4wd [rc4wd.com]

July 24, 2010

Kyosho Inferno MP9 TKI 2 race kit

New from Kyosho, the Inferno MP9 TKI 2 race kit has been tested and proven at numerous international racing events, and some design upgrades have evolved multiple areas of the chassis platform to a new level. However perhaps the greatest innovation has been the dramatic reduction in cost, despite the significant upgrades and performance improvements. The chassis design focus is on efficient traction and is realized through short suspension arms and unique rear hubs that produce effective traction with light suspension stroke. Shock absorber design has changed from spacer setting adjustment to dial adjustment and incorporates the previously optional shock pistons with tapered holes that produce optimal piston speed and damping power over long running times. Other features include a new low-height body design with less front-end resistance that generates aerodynamics for a competitive edge and stable posture through the air.

Click here for more details and images

July 23, 2010

Robitronic ROC SCT Endurance & Worlds 2010 races

Robitronic were in contact to tell us about their pair of ROC events that they are running from the 10th to the 12th of September this year at the Rhein-Main Circuit in Bischofsheim. The event starts on Friday the 10th with an 8 hour short course race which is open to 12 teams with a minimum of 3 (max 6) drivers per team. Each team will receive in their entry a Robitronic Smasher SCT 1/10th scale truck with brushless system to run the event. On the Saturday the race for the big boys, the ROC Worlds, takes place with practice for the 3 classes, 1/8th buggy, 1/8th truggy and 1/8th BL buggy followed by rounds 1-4 of qualifying. Sunday is finals day with a big giveaway of Robitronic goodies worth €5000. Entry is now open for both events and closes on the 5th of September or sooner if the entry fills.

View more information on the ROC SC race here or the ROC Worlds race here.

July 22, 2010

Mike Truhe wins 1/8th BL at HRH Shootout

Mike Truhe is reporting that this past weekend he competed in Expert 1/8 Electric Buggy at the Hot Rod Hobbies Shootout. The track was a very tight, small track for the bigger 1/8 cars with tons of traction. Things started off going well, and after some testing, chose to run the Team Losi Racing Taper Pin Tires. I preferred Red compound for rears and silver compound for fronts. Racing started and my car was excellent. I went on to TQ 3 out of the 4 rounds and convincingly won the first two finals taking the overall win. Piloting another Team Losi Racing and Xcelorin equipped vehicle, Matt Chambers rounded out the podium finishing 3rd just behind Jeremy Kortz and his Xcelorin powered buggy.

Photo: RnC Photography [rncfoto.com]