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February 5, 2013

2013 Super Cup Championship Series Rd2 report

NewRed Hobbies in Ocala, FL, was the 2nd stop for the spring session of the 2013 JConcepts Super Cup Championship series. The excitement had not settled since round 1. Racers made the trip from as far away as the Carolina’s to enjoy and set an attendance record for NewRed Hobbies with 248 entries! Track owners Tom and Melanie Hitchcock had the track and hobby shop prepared for the racers who began arriving on Thursday afternoon.

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February 5, 2013

Durango DEX410 alu 21 degree caster blocks

New from Durango, these aluminium 21 degree caster blocks are the perfect tuning aid for your DEX410 vehicle. Precision manufactured from high quality aluminium, and designed to fit all DEX410 platforms, these caster blocks are anodised in their unique olive colour for extra durability and super sharp race looks. The added caster angle will provide your buggy with a softer initial turning action going into corners, and a faster centering of your steering assembly during your exit from the corner. Combined with the added durability of this high quality aluminium construction, the 21 degree caster blocks are a perfect optional tuning aid for your DEX410 vehicle.

Source: Durango [team-durango.com]

February 5, 2013

Racers Edge double buggy RaceCase

The Double Buggy RaceCase Hauler Bag carries two 10th scale buggies with the tires and wing on for the utmost in compact and protected transportation to and from the racetrack. Additionally, the back compartment has two smaller removable shelves for tires, tools and parts storage, or you can remove them both to store your transmitter. There are two external pockets with oversize zippers for extra storage. The removable tool tray can stow drivers snug inside elastic loops and easily go from the bag to your work bench or pit space at the track.

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February 5, 2013

Alexander Hagberg wins 2013 Snowbirds

The Snowbird Nationals can be regarded as one of the biggest RC races in the world with 400+ entries in multiple classes, including the US oval classes. All are run in a 6 days long event which is held in Orlando, Florida. Racers gather from all over the world at this big event. Notable names from the European and US racing scene were present this year. Just like last year, Alexander Hagberg decided to join the race with T4 and X12 platforms, hoping for strong results in both Modified categories. Xray were represented in all categories, where the US drivers were strong contenders in the stock classes.

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February 5, 2013

Texas State Series Rd1 report

Gulf Coast Raceway has been especially popular of late, due in no small part to its successful bid to host the ROAR Fuel Nats this year. Not that drawing entries to this gem of a facility in Porter, Texas has ever been an issue; but with each event held there serving as a warm up for the Nationals, it’s no surprise that this past weekend’s first round of RC Pro’s Texas State Series was stacked with the region’s fastest and those chasing them. Nearly 250 entries vied for hardware and prizes in Open and Intermediate classes of nitro and electric buggy, nitro truggy, and Pro4 short course.

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February 5, 2013

Team Orion Vortex Neon 550 motor

The new Vortex Neon 550 is the latest 4-pole sensorless brushless motor from Team Orion. Using the experience gained from their 540 sized motors, Orion developed the new 550 version with the needs of off-road racers in mind. Robustness was achieved by building the motor around a massive aluminium case using quality screws. The 550 size motor is best suited for 1/10 off-road applications and is available in a 2400KV and 3800KV version with 3mm or 5mm axle. In the combo they combine this motor with the brand new and waterproof Vortex R10 SC WP ESC which gives you outstanding performance and control.

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February 5, 2013

Hupo Honigl to run for own brand H-Speed

Having recently signed for Dualsky for ESC and motor, Hupo Honigl has announced that he will run his own brand of batteries and chargers under the name H-Speed. The multiple European Champion will use his own line of EFRA homologated batteries, in stick, shorty and saddle pack configuration as well as his all new AC/DC charger. The factory Durango driver will release more products in the coming months.

Source: H-Speed [h-speed.at]

February 5, 2013

Sweep Racing F1 tires

Sweep Racing new F1 tires have been designed to fit F104 style chassis’. Unlike other tires on the market these F1 tires were designed with both asphalt and carpet surfaces in mind, have ultra high traction and have a sidewall that is designed to have a realistic look. Sweep claim that tire warmers or tire additives are almost not needed for these tires and they are still very easy to drive. Available for front and rear with double sided bar type inserts they are expected to be released before March.

Source: Sweep [sweepracing.com]