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March 15, 2017

1st Annual Desert Classic – Report

Arizona has a long history and considered a definitive hotspot in the world of RC racing hosting some of the best, well-known racing events like the Dirt Nitro Challenge and the Cactus Classic. However, since the Cactus Classic was moved to the indoor facility, things have never been the same. Racers were missing the Cactus vibe and the excitement that once captivated the RC World was gone. Coming to the rescue was the Desert Classic hosted by Hobby Action R/C Raceway. The track was going to be a learning experience as the grand opening of Hobby Action R/C Raceway was only 10 days prior to the Desert Classic event.

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March 15, 2017

Isaacs & Sydor win at ROAR Carpet Nationals

The 2017 ROAR Carpet Nationals were held at 360V2 RC Raceway in New Rochelle, New York over the weekend. Modified Touring Car was the most exciting class of the weekend, with several National Champions in the building locked and loaded for some close racing. After four rounds of Rocket Round qualifying, it was the Xray of Paul Lemieux with a perfect drive to take the pole, followed closely by the Team Associated ride of Keven Hebert and the Awesomatix of Sam Isaacs rounding out the top 3 starting spots.

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March 15, 2017

Urban Touring Series Rd3 – Report

Singapore’s Urban Touring Series ran its third round this past weekend. While some of the top names were missing this time, there remained plenty of fast drivers to make it another racing showpiece. Despite the grim start to the day with overnight rain, the hard work of the track crew, together with the help of racers, ensured that racing could get under way by late morning. Dominic Quek (Xray) took the TQ honours in qualifying round 1 by five seconds over Leonard Sim (Awesomatix). Despite a slightly damp track due to a slight drizzle in Q2, Dominic Quek improved on his Q1 result by two laps, securing overall TQ. In Q3, YS Heng (Yokomo) secured the TQ for the round to lock-down a P2 grid position for the finals. Leonard Sim would qualify 3rd overall.

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March 15, 2017

Hovgaard wins at DRCMU Electric On-road Nats Rd6

The sixth round of the Danish DRCMU Indoor Electric On-road Nationals was recently held at the Djurs RC club. In the Touring Modified class Yokomo’s Frederik Hovgaard was the quickest driver from the get go, coming out fastest in the controlled practice by about a tenth of a second in front of Mike Gosvig (Xray), and Frederik would also take the opening two qualifiers to grab the pole position for the triple A-mains from Mike Gosvig and Mike Hansen (Schumacher). In the opening A-main the race for the win was on between Frederik and Mike Gosvig as both had a good start but problems with backmarkers meant Frederik would be allowed to cruise to the win in A1. After another good start and with a fast pace, the Yokomo driver would then also come out fastest in A2 to take the day’s win from A3 winner, Mike Gosvig in second and Mike Hansen third.

Thanks to Frederik Hovgaard for the report.

March 15, 2017

Schelle B64 CF options & B6 Delrin front wing mount

Schelle Racing Innovations have introduced a range of carbon fibre option parts for the Team Associated B64 buggies as well as a Delrin front tower wing mount for the B6. Starting with the B64 options, first up is a carbon fibre battery strap made from 2.5mm USA-made sheet material. Lighter and more rigid than the kit part, the battery strap is also of an updated design that runs parallel to the centreline of the battery for a cleaner look. The part works with the existing pivot ball and blue aluminium thumb screws or with flat head M3 screws for the low-profile look.

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March 14, 2017

Kaja Novotny sweeps Czech 1/10 Off-road Nationals Rd1

The opening round of the Czech Electric Off-road National Championship was held in Olomouc over the weekend. Kaja Novotny would sweep the qualifiers in the 2WD Buggy, 4WD Buggy and 2WD Truck classes to take the pole positions in all three categories. In the 2WD mains Kaja continued to dominate, taking wins in all three A-mains to grab the overall from Milan Mudra in second and Marek Schiller third.

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March 14, 2017

JConcepts S2 B64-series buggy body shell

JConcepts have introduced the S2 body shell for the Team Associated B64 series of 1/10th 4WD off-road buggies. Sporting the distinctive Silencer 2 design with slammed overall height and a progressive cab design the body is meant to deliver good balance and steering. A channeled roof directs the flow through the center of the body while also increasing the rigidity of the cockpit. The dual side-window design that has become famous on the JC bodies remains to bring a traditional feel to the layout. The upper side-pods feature distinct vents used to help relieve hot air build-up inside the body for those high-powered runs or hot days at the track. Carved and detailed side-pods edge the body, giving the highly aero unit a stylish look with a tight fit and finish. The body fits both the B64 and B64D and it comes clear, including window masks, decal sheet and two Aero rear wings.

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March 14, 2017

Xray junior hooded sweater

Coming from Xray a hooded sweater in junior sizes. Made from 100 percent cotton material the dark blue sweater is comfortable to wear and it sports white and blue Xray graphics all round. The hoodie is available in junior sizes of S to XXL.

Source: Xray [teamxray]