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August 16, 2020

Daniel Kobbevik crowned Norwegian 2WD Buggy Champ

This year’s Norwegian National 2WD Buggy Championship was held at the west coast of the country, close to the city of Bergen. The track was technical and fun with very varying traction conditions. After winning all four qualifying rounds it was multi-time national champion, Daniel Kobbevik with the overall TQ and the pole position for the triple A-main events. From there Daniel continued to dominate the field, taking the wins in A1 and A2 for an early overall victory and his 9th national championship title. Peter Stein came in 2nd overall, Trond Setre finished in 3rd to round out the podium. Over in the recruit class it was Martin Skar with the win.

View the final results here

August 14, 2020

X-Partz sensor wire Protecktor Coverz

X-Factory UK have introduced the new X-Partz sensor wire Protecktor Coverz stickers that allow to conveniently cover flat sensor wires in 2WD buggy chassis. With more and more racers preferring to use the latest flat wire sensor leads, the convenient channel in many of today’s off-road buggies because even more use than with previous thicker sensor cables. The only issue is that on most cars this channel runs under the LiPo and each time the driver removes the battery there is a risk of snagging or dislodging the sensor lead, possibly leading to damage. The sensor Protecktor Coverz are made from an adhesive heavy duty vinyl, and stick over the sensor channel once the lead is in place to conceal and protect it as well as looking really trick too. The stickers are available as four-piece sets in a range of designs for the Yokomo YZ2 DTM or CAL, Xray XB2C’20 or XB2D’20, Schumacher Cougar Laydown, and Team Associated Associated B6.1, B6.1D, B6.2 or B6.2D.

Source: X-Factory UK [xfactoryrc.co.uk]

August 14, 2020

Ressar & Kasekamp win at 2020 Baltic Cup

The 2020 Baltic Cup was held at the Kangarnieki RC Track over the weekend. Top drivers from the Baltic countries gathered to find out who’s fastest on the high grip technical carpet track. In 1/10th 4WD Buggy, Rainer Ressar took the top spot after the five qualification rounds followed by Henry Zoludev and Karolis Valiulis. Ressar would continue to lead the way and ultimately secured the victory after winning A1 and A2 ahead of Henry Zoludev and Karolis Valiulis.

Continue reading the report here

August 14, 2020

Xray XB4’21 1/10th 4WD buggy – Coming soon

Xray have announced the upcoming release of their forthcoming XB4’21 1/10th scale 4WD buggy kit. The latest incarnation of the company’s IFMAR World Championship winning XB4 series is expected to be an all-new platform, however official details are not available until its full release that is expected to happen within the next weeks.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

August 14, 2020

T-Works S35 series DLC-coated shock shafts

Coming from T-Works are new DLC-coated shock shafts for the SWorkz S34-4 and S35-3 off-road buggies. Available are S35-4 specific 58.2mm front and 69.2mm rear as well as S35-3 specific 60mm front and 70.4mm rear shafts all of which are made of high-quality steel that received a DLC coating for a slick and rigid surface. The coating is usually used to protect the crankshafts of nitro engines, ensuring a very low wear and long durability of both the shock shafts and shock O-rings.

View the other shock shaft sets here

August 14, 2020

Yeah Racing CC02 aluminium hi-clearance lower links

Yeah Racing have introduced their new aluminium hi-clearance lower links for the Tamiya CC02 trail truck. The links increase suspension efficiency, as opposed to the stock plastic links which might bend and create instability. The specially shaped links also give more clearance whilst tackling difficult terrain. The set includes four links for the front and rear suspension.

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August 13, 2020

Bittydesign Vision D819RS buggy body shell

Continuing to expand their Vision buggy body shell line-up Bittydesign have released a version for the HB Racing D819RS buggy. The lid’s design will offer an easier to drive and more balanced feeling thanks to a mid-advanced cab, side pod and rear side flaps shape that optimises the aerodynamic characteristics. In addition a flap behind the engine area guides the air towards the rear wing for a smoother and more directed airflow around the shock tower and lower wing mount. The pre-cut body is moulded from high-quality 1mm Lexan polycarbonate, it comes with window masks, overspray protective film and a decal sheet.

View more images of the bodyshell here

August 13, 2020

NathoBuilds YZ4 SF2 ball studs & RC8B3.2 screws

NathoBuilds have released their 5.5mm Broached Titanium ball stud kit for the new Yokomo YZ4 SF2. Made from Grade 5 Titanium they offer a 45% weight saving over the steel ball studs and have been designed and made with a taller neck for added strength. Also new for the Team Associated RC8B3.2 is a stainless steel screw kit made from Grade 316/ A4 stainless steel, which are durable and don’t rust. A screw guide comes with the pack for easy install.

View the RC8B3.2 screw set here