Simple new product from Sweep Racing, who have released this anti-slip mat. Made from black PVC, it comes in a sheet that is 1200x800mm, folds up so it is super easy to transport and features the Sweep logo printed on the corner.
Source: Sweep [sweepracing.com]
K Factory have released their new X turnbuckle wrenches. Made from CNC machined 7075 aluminium and coated for durability, each wrench is double ended for multi angle adjustment. Their thin shape allows for easy access into tight areas and they have been laser engrave with the wrench size for quick and easy identification. Available in 2.6mm, 3.5mm and 4.5mm versions.
Source: K Factory [kfactoryracing.com]
Following their recent deal X-Factory is proud to announce that the #9 E3 Spark Plugs Lucas Oil Pro-2 short course of Probst Motorsports is now parked next to the track at Leisure Hours Raceway for the duration of the ROAR National Championship. All drivers and spectators are welcome to get up close and personal with the real thing and the Probst Special Edition SCX-60. Even more exciting, pro driver Kevin Probst will appear in person from 11am until 3pm at Leisure Hours to talk short course racing and sign autographs. Crew team member Jon Probst is an entrant at this year’s ROAR Nats, and he is there all weekend to answer questions. On the R/C side, Speedy Dad, creator of the SCX-60 chassis is also there all weekend.
The EFRA European Championships are underway this week in Gothenburg Sweden on the VAST 8 track. The weather has been less than ideal, resulting in lost track time and in the case of earlier in the week, the loss of entire days. Today had seen the conditions drivable with the rain holding off but the temperature quite low. As you would expect the race has attracted the top European racers including the only 3 World’s finalist from earlier in the month in the form of podium finisher Marc Rheinard, reigning European Champion Dirk Wischnewski, and TQ man Robert Pietsch.
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CS Electronic have introduced their new line of Super Flex tire glue. As the name suggests, this glue has been specifically formulated for the gluing of rubber tires to plastic rims, it dries quickly and is very thin so it flows easily around the gluing surface. Perfect for all size tires including 1/5th and 1/6th.
Source: CS Electronic [cs-shop.de]
The 1st annual KO Propo America Open Off-road Championship will be making its debut to West Coast R/C Raceway (WCRC) in La Mirada, CA and will host this year’s event on September 25th & 26th. Entries will be limited to 250 and will be split between Sportsman & Expert in 4wd Short Course, 2wd Unlimited Short Course, Modified 2wd Buggy, Modified 2wd Stadium Truck, Modified 4wd Buggy and 1/8 Electric Buggy.
More information can be found here.
Team Shepherd driver Chris Steele has successfully defended his Irish 1:10 200mm National Championship title continuing his 100% winning form as the fifth round took competitors to Northern Ireland. Racing at the tight Ballymoney circuit, Steele maintained his perfect qualifying record to secure his fifth TQ honour of the season ahead of the returning Mark Gilliland. Leading the 30 minute encounter from start to finish Steele set the fastest lap to take his Murnan Modified RB powered Velox V10 to a 4 lap winning margin. Making it a 1-2 for Shepherd, teenager Darren Gibb took second with Gilliland’s Xray completing the podium. With the title in the bag despite two round still remaining in the 2010 Championship, Steele can now concentrate on getting married with him due to tie the knot later today (Thursday).
New for the S811 Cobra, Serpent have released these optional anodised 7075 T6 aluminium suspension brackets. Suitable for the rear side of the lower rear suspension, this part offer a very strong and stiff alternative to the standard part and also accepts the standard composite inserts too.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
