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January 28, 2022

2022 BRCA 1/12th Rd1 & Rd2 report

Rounds 1 and 2 of the BRCA 12th Circuit Section Nationals were held last weekend in Eastbourne. This was the first national competition for the section since before the pandemic so was well anticipated. There has been a change to the format of the series with the LMP12 and GT Circuit sections combining forces and offering a GT12 class and a 13.5 stock LMP12 class. The championship is being held over 6 rounds with 4 counting rounds. The Eastbourne club laid out a large track at their Robertsbridge facility using the excellent carpet used at the 2020 World Championships. On first impressions the track layout looked quite intimidating but was actually a fast and flowing track that would test the skills of all the drivers. There was a capacity entry of 30 GT12 drivers and 56 LMP12 drivers.

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January 28, 2022

Cyril N’Diaye joins Xray Factory Team

Xray is happy to announce that French National Champion Cyril N’Diaye is joining the Xray Factory Team to race the X4 platform. On his new team, Cyril said, ‘I am super happy to join the team Xray. No doubt it’s most professional company in RC industry. Performance of the new X4 platform has already shown awesome potential, I am really proud and thankful to Xray and Aigoin Racing to be part of that new project.’

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

January 27, 2022

Avid RC droop gauge blocks

Avid RC have announced the release of their new droop gauge blocks, available individually or together as a kit with their circular gauge. Avid droop gauge blocks are a traditional staple for checking the droop on your touring cars. These 10mm blocks are placed under your chassis so you can easily check your arm level height with callipers or with their handy circular gauge.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]

January 27, 2022

FSEARA Rd4 Beachline Raceway – Report

Another strong 115 entries event at the Beachline Raceway for the 4th round of the FSEARA Series. It has been a tradition every January that there is a big FL Warm up race for the world-famous Snowbird National and this year was no exception, Robbie Michael continued this tradition to host it at Beachline Raceway. Using the track & space to duplicate the layout of the Snowbirds, Robbie did a great job as he prepared and opened the track early on Friday to give racers the chance to lay down some traction for the race day. There are many drivers from all around FL to attend these 3 days to get this final chance in order to prepare for the Snowbird Nationals.

Continue reading the report here

January 26, 2022

Associated FT Lockout slipper clutch

Get the most out of your No Prep Drag Cars with Team Associated’s new FT Lockout slipper clutch. It dynamically and independently controls the amount of slip created during launch and when down the track at speed. Lockout combinations are unlimited, depending on track conditions, amount of power, chassis setup, and throttle application.

View the complete lockout slipper clutch set here

January 26, 2022

Xray X4 aluminium steering block

New from Xray for the X4 is this optional aluminium steering block CNC-machined from premium lightweight T6 aluminium. Ultra-strong construction, it provides very long life and durability in even the most extreme racing conditions. A direct replacement for the standard composite hubs, using the steering blocks in an aluminium material reduces flex, improves consistency and will free up the car, mainly for high grip conditions and especially in spec racing classes. The X4 hub features new suspension geometry for improved steering and traction and contain an updated drive axle that moves the driveshaft pivot point deeper into the hub, in line with the hub’s rotational axis between the upper and lower arm. This alignment improves driveline efficiency and handling. The aluminium front steering plates and rear ARS plates are easily mounted depending on the hub’s location and the design of the hub is universal with the same part used at all four corners with corresponding extensions.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

January 26, 2022

Fenix Mistral 3.3 alloy chassis & motor pod

With the carpet season still ongoing, Fenix Racing is proud to present this chassis for the Mistral 3.3. Made from 2mm 7075 aluminium with medium wheelbase dimensions, it means that it could cover 260-265-270mm range to suit the various conditions and track design. Perfectly coupled with their other new release, a 2mm 7075 aluminium motor pod.

View the motor pod here

January 26, 2022

Yokomo FWD Type-A touring car body

This new clear lexan FWD Type-A touring car body from Yokomo meets the regulations of the 1/10 size FWD touring car category held around the world. Wide body fenders create an aggressive appearance, and the short wheelbase and front nose make for a light and nimble feeling. A large rear wing is also included to ensure maximum rear traction and prevent the car from losing cornering speed, resulting in better lap times.

View more angles of the body here