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August 27, 2013

Hot Bodies R8 1/8th on-road car – Sneak Peek

After introducing the R10 200mm nitro on-road kit last year Hot Bodies now also re-enters the 1/8th class with the R8. Not much is known about the car that made a first appearance on the Facebook wall of Hot Bodies’ factory driver Teemu Leino today. By looking at the picture the car is of a pretty standard design with a slim main chassis, carbon fibre upper deck, front aluminium upper wishbone mounts but a standard front ‘blade’-type anti-roll bar whereas many of the competitors use wire-type assemblies today. It is understood that the R8 will make a first public appearance at next month’s World Championships in Japan.

August 27, 2013

Jared Tebo & Elliott Boots win at Neo13

Tebo & Booth win at Neo13

The 8th running of the iconic Neo Race took place at the Harper Adams college in Shropshire last weekend. The now Summer event saw some changes compared to the previous years and the bank holiday weekend allowed for five full days of racing and loads of track time for the drivers. Run in Nitro Buggy and an Electric Buggy class the race attracted many international drivers including 4-times winner Jared Tebo, Kyosho’s Cody King, Team Durango’s Ryan Lutz, as well as virtually every of Europe’s top drivers. In the prestigious Nitro Buggy class it was Kyosho’s Jared Tebo who took TQ honours after winning three out of six qualifying rounds with team mate Cody King and Mugen’s Robert Battle lining up in second and third. Elliott Boots (Kyosho) completed the top 4.

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August 27, 2013

Cavalieri & Evans win 2WD classes at Surf City Classic

The 2013 Pro-Line Surf City Classic was held at OC R/C Raceway in Huntington Beach, CA. This annual event is known to bring in many of the top drivers from the West Coast as well as a great local following. This years event wouldn’t disappoint with these drivers in attendance: Ryan Cavalieri, Ryan Maifield, Dustin Evans, Steven Hartson, Mike Truhe, Cody Turner, and many more. This years layout proved to be very challenging and traction was at an all time high to make for great racing. The race schedule saw open practice on Thursday and Friday with three rocket round qualifiers on Saturday and lower main bump-ups following single 10 minute A-main events on Sunday.

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August 26, 2013

West Coast RC Raceway to close down

WCRC

West Coast RC Raceway, host venue of the World Famous Reedy Offroad Race of Champions, has announced that is to close effective immediately. The announcement from track owner Danny Stojakovic will come as a shock to the racing community in Southern California with WCRC a go to track for the many quick racers in the area including 4-time WC Ryan Cavalieri to whom this track was local. Team Associated also now have the task to find a suitable new venue for the prestigious annual event which is held in January each year.

Hey Guys and Gals,

It’s with a heavy heart that I have to let everyone know that WC is closing down effective today. We appreciated spending valuable time with all of you and building amazing relationship. Please let us know if there is anything we can do or if you may have products in the consignment case or personal products @ WC that we can store for you.

Thank you again for all your support and we will miss you all.

Danny

August 26, 2013

Gravity RC rechargeable spray canister

Gravity RC now have this rechargeable spray canister available, an alternative to commonly used motor sprays and cleaners. The canister gives a similar feel and result to motor spray during use and it can be refilled with less humanly toxic and more environmentally friendly chemicals by yourself. It is rechargeable with air safely up to 200psi using any standard car tyre attachment and air hose. The container called GRC 600 comes with one extra internal rebuild, six spray nozzles and four spray tubes.

Source: Gravity RC [teamgravityrc.com]

August 26, 2013

BRCA electric touring car nationals Rd4 – Report

Round four of the 2013 BRCA Touring Car Championship took place last weekend at the Aldershot circuit located just outside of Farnborough which hosts the famous air show. Saturday saw mixed weather conditions which proved challenging for all drivers in terms of tyre choice and car setup. In the Super Touring class it was Olly Jefferies with his Associated who was able to make the best of the difficult conditions securing TQ. Chris Grainger for Schumacher was able to put his Mi5 second, with Andy Moore who returned especially from Thailand to race placing his HB TCXX third. Team Durango’s Elliot Harper would line up fourth and would have to work his way up to the front to secure the championship this weekend. In the Pro Stock class it was Team Xray driver and 2013 BRCA Champion Zak Finlay who secured TQ from Chris Gunter and Tim Langdell.

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August 26, 2013

JConcepts RB6/RT6 front suspension brace

JConcepts introduce the front aluminium suspension brace for the Kyosho RB6 and RT6. The all aluminium machined and anodised brace is a direct fit for the bulkhead of the Kyosho 2WD off-road vehicle and adds extra protection and a new look to the front end. The edging has been slightly chamfered to remove sharp corners and adds extra luster to an already polished looking piece. The part is available in blue or black colour and sport an etched JC logo.

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August 26, 2013

Jörn Neumann doubles at German 4WD nationals

The German 4WD Buggy and 4WD Short Course nationals was held last weekend at the track of the MAC Inzell, the venue of the annual IRoC race. Only 47 drivers show up at the technical clay track that features an U.S. inspired layout. The race director together with the race committee decided to run the race as a one day event because of the bad weather forecast. After the practice runs it was clear that four drivers would battle for the 2013 Buggy crown. Team Durango’s Jörn Neumann was leading the pack only days after confirming a deal with new electronic supplier Team Orion, in front of Team Associated’s Stefan Pfeifhofer and Patrick Hofer and with Oli Scholz (Team C) close behind. In 4WD SC is was again Jörn who had the best chances as his only real contender was Markus Metsch in second place.

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