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April 2, 2013

Renaud Savoya wins 2013 Modelcar Cup

Xray team driver Renaud Savoya reports from the Modelcar Cup in Portugal, a growing event which sees an increasing level every year. ‘This time, Darren Bloomfield made the trip to fight with the finest Portuguese drivers. Like usual, I received a very warm welcome from everyone. I flew to Lisbon on Thursday night and get some practices at a local indoor carpet track with XB4. Even if it wasn’t mine and I made just a few laps, I was the fastest on the technical and enjoyable layout.

Continue reading the report here

April 2, 2013

Tresrey SP-1 F1 Pro chassis

Similar to the SP-1 F1 Pro chassis from Speed Passion, this version comes from Tresrey and features their signature red anodising throughout. The chassis utilizes a high quality 3mm streamlined carbon fiber lower chassis, a 2mm upper deck, and lightweight 7075 aircraft grade aluminium. Chassis stiffness can also be fine tuned using 6 chassis posts depending on track conditions. The SP-1 F1 chassis also allows different LiPo battery positions and configurations and can fit regular size 2 cells LiPo batteries or shorty 2 cell LiPo packs. The SP-1 F1 chassis represents Speed Passion’s high quality standards on and off the track as racers can put the chassis’ craftsmanship and attention to detail on display.

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April 2, 2013

Team SR RB6 front shock tower

Team SR have produced this front shock tower for the Kyosho RB6 buggy. This part provides additional rigidity over the stock piece enhancing reliability allowing the driver to push the limits further and explore the entire performance envelope on and off the track. Sporting the Team SR signature sealed edges, this heavy duty yet lightweight tower is machined from 4mm carbon fiber while keeping the factory geometry and retaining all factory mounting holes. This is a direct replacement for the stock plastic tower with the kit requiring absolutely no modifications. Expect a RB6 rear tower soon.

Source: TeamSR [teamsr.co]

April 2, 2013

Panek, Blais & Goodman win at TNS finale

The Top Notch Series finale was more competitive than ever with all the top drivers coming out to make up lost points. With their SCT410’s dialed in, Tekno RC’s Chad Panek and Nick Blais stepped up to the plate and came together for a first and third place finish in the PRO4 SC event. This would complete Tekno RC’s sweep of the series podium with Chris Blais, Chad Panek, and Nick Blais in the top 3 spots. Later in the day, Tekno RC’s Nick Blais would continue on with his EB48 for a TQ in the 1/8th E-Buggy class beating out Jake Thayer and Lucas Sanford for a clean first place finish. Teammate and brother Chris Blais would take 2nd overall in the series. Rounding out the weekend was Tekno SCT410 driver Trevor Goodman. Trevor made a name for himself taking a solid win in the Sportsman 4×4 SC class completing his overall series win in the class.

View the other podiums here

April 2, 2013

Team Associated zipped hooded sweater

Team Associated have released their latest zipped hooded sweater. Featuring the company’s logo, with blue highlights printed across the front, the left arm sports the RC10.com logo on the wrist. This comfortable, black hoodie with two outer pockets is available in six sizes from small to xxx-large.

Source: Associated [rc10.com]

April 2, 2013

Adam Drake wins AKA Spring Series Rd2

Chula Vista R/C Race Club hosted the second round of the AKA Spring Series on Saturday March 30th. Adam Drake dominated both rounds of qualifying with his Novarossi powered 8ight 3.0 buggy and Pro-Line M3 Blockade tires. Drake started the 30 minute final with a blistering pace and was able to take the win in front of TLR teammate Don Vinkemulder who was also running Pro-Line Blockades.

Source: TLR [tlracing.com]

April 1, 2013

JConcepts Finnisher body for XB4

JConcepts have released a Finnisher body for the new Xray XB4. Increased windshield angle provides a steady force upfront during mid-flight wind gusts on large jumps. Forward cab placement changes performance / visible bias which helps steering rotation in low traction corners. The side-pods have been simplified and JC chamfered to remove unwanted changes in height to neutralize the at-speed handling. The chassis to body fit has been tightened up which eliminates empty voids that contribute to mid-flight directional changes. The rear of the cab has a new step feature which allows the placement of a secondary side window and also a louver which can be trimmed to allow air to escape at the top of the body. In addition to the newly designed body, JConcepts has included 2 of the latest 6.5″ wide Hi-Clearance rear wings.

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April 1, 2013

TrakPower LiPo hard case batteries

TrakPower have released a new line of LiPo hard case batteries. Higher discharge ratings of up to 80C mean even more available power, while hard cases help protect batteries from impact damage as well as the elements. Available with 4mm bullet connectors that offer cleaner wiring setups or popular, low-resistance, Deans Ultra Plug connectors.

Source: TrakPower [trakpowerusa.com]