Phat Bodies have released 3 new shells that you’ve all long been waiting for. Suitable for all the Losi Mini-8ight, Carisma GT14B and the LRP Shark LWB there is the ‘Phat Head’ which is a cab forward shell, the ‘Piranha’ which is the semi cab forward shell and ‘For Four’ which features a more conventional cab position.
The TLR exodus continues with French & European Champion, and World Finalist, Yannick Aigion joining Team Associated. For many years Yannick has been at the very top of the European and World 1/8th nitro scene. A consummate professional, his dedication to performance and promotion is exactly what Team Associated and CML have been looking for as they look to build on the success of the new RC8.2 in France and into further International markets. In addition to driving the RC8.2, Yannick will also be working with CML to further drive sales of Team Associated product through a new business venture, CML France. Since being granted distribution rights for France alongside their established UK market, CML have been steadily building a customer base within France and will now be able to provide dealers with a more attractive one-to-one contact through Yannick both trackside, in-store and online.
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JConcepts unveiled the latest generation apparel design at the Clash event in Coral Springs, FL. The ‘Striker’ design fills the void and offers the latest JConcepts.net logo up front with back loaded striker imagery. The blue, gray, black and striker details are speed in motion as JConcepts prepares for the upcoming season. Available in t-shirt, long-sleeve t-shirt and sweatshirt.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
Sweep Racing have introduced their 2012 clothing line up as modeled by these attractive women. First up is the hooded sweater which comes in charcoal grey and sports the Sweep across the chest and the SR logo large across the back. Next up is the Winter Jacket which is made of a fleece material and sports a large collar and elasticized cuffs to keep the wind out. This jacket features embroidered logos on the chest arm and across the shoulders. Finally the ubiquitous t-shirt has been given a make over with front print receiving an updated and the rear now sporting a large SR logo. Available now in a full range of sizes.
Hobby Pro USA have announced that Agama driver Jason Branham will join Beta Racing Tires in 2012. Pro Driver Jason Branham said “First of all I would like to thank Pro-Line, Todd Mattson, Tim Clark and Daniel Adams for all the help and support over the last 6 years. Everyone at Pro-Line has been very committed to helping me as much as possible and for that I can’t say thank you enough. I’m excited to move on to Beta tires for 2012 and I want to thank Beta, Gene Hickerson and Andrew Smolnik for this opportunity. I’ve had very positive testing sessions with the Beta Tires and they feel extremely planted and consistent. Looking forward to using their products!”
Source: Hobby Pro USA [vp-pro-usa.com]
Pro-Line has made another big name signing with the announcement that Adam Drake will join their team. Tim Clark said “Pro-Line’s #1 core value is team 1st and that is why we are so thrilled to have TLR’s Adam Drake join forces with Team Pro-Line for 2012. Adams performance and professionalism on and off the track combined with a never give up attitude is well deserving of his overwhelming popularity amongst fellow racers and fans. Adam Drake added “I’m excited to have signed with Pro-Line Racing for 2012. Pro-Line is a world class manufacturer and has a wide range of tires for all scales of racing along with 11 IFMAR World Championships. I will be running Pro-Line tires and inserts on all my TLR and Losi vehicles for 2012.”
Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]
MIP have released this line of aftermarket CVDs for the TLR XXX-SCB & XXX-SCT. Made from high quality steel for excellent wear resistance and toughness, they are a direct replacement for the stock drives, and require no modifications to fit them.
Source: MIP [miponline.com]
MIP have released this line of aftermarket CVDs for the TLR 22 2wd buggy. Made from high quality steel for excellent wear resistance and toughness, they are a direct replacement for the stock drives, and require no modifications to fit them.
Source: MIP [miponline.com]
