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May 19, 2009

Nosram LiPo 5300 X-Treme Pack 40C

Nosram have updated their 5300 X-Treme Pack Lipo by releasing the 40C version of the 7.4V pack. Using all the latest LiPo development breakthroughs, this pack is specially developed for maximum power delivery and lowest internal resistance. Mounted in a red transparent hardcase to keep the cells from being damaged during use, the case features sub-c bulges for perfect and secure chassis fit into any 1/10th scale on road or off road car. Nosram have also released new a balancing adapter for its X-treme LiPo hardcase line which offers a fast and uncomplicated connection between your hardcase LiPo and charger/balancer.

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May 19, 2009

Hudy Quick Camber Gauge for 1/8th buggy

Hudy have released their quick camber gauge for 1/8 off-road cars, which allows for quick and easy camber checks for the most frequently-used wheel camber angles: 1, 2 and 3°. Lightweight, compact and easy to use it has been precision machined from premium-quality fiberglass material and individually inspected by special inspection tool to verify angle accuracy. Fine color printed for quick and easy recognition of camber angle it sports side cutouts to allow clearance for wheel axles.

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May 19, 2009

Sabrina Lechner wins German Regional race

The latest round of the Southern German regionals took place last weekend in Anberg under warm and dry conditions. Qualifying went the way of Robert Pietsch who took TQ ahead of Christoph Pietsch, Mirco Thalheimer and Michael Heinrich. Moving up from the semi final was Serpent IDM driver Sabrina Lechner, who following the immediate start of the race had moved up to 3rd and after another few corners had got up to 2nd spot and was challenging race leader Christoph Pietsch. For the next 15 minutes the two drivers swapped places several times until Sabrina was able to open a small gap. Christoph got hit in the rear twice and had to give up 2nd place to Thomas Günsel, which gave Lechner some air to breath and bring home the win.

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May 18, 2009

Moore & Westwood take BRCA TC Rd1

The first round of this years BRCA touring car nationals took place at the weekend at the popular and technical West London track, a swirling wind causing problems for all the drivers on day one and threw away all the pre race testing and data. Early pace setter was defending champion Chris Grainger with his new Schumacher Mi4 but he was being chased hard by Xray star Elliott Harper and Associated’s Olly Jefferies, while in the pro Stock class Rob West was the class of the field with his older Schumacher Mi3.

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May 18, 2009

Yeah Racing Alu Spur gear stand

The Yeah Racing aluminium spur gear stand is designed to hold a large range of your spur gears for easy storage. Capable of holding up to 10 spurs and compatible with all those used for 1/10th or 1/12th scale RC cars. The top of the stand is fastened with a body clip to hold the gears securely and furthermore, a rubber strip is attached to the body clip for ease of use.

Source: Yeah Racing [yeahracing.com]

May 18, 2009

Andrea Cristiani wins Sprint Trophy race

Last weekend at the Riccione track in Italy, there was the Sprint Trophy race, open to 1/8th, 1/10th scale and Classic chassis’. In the 1/8th scale 4wd class it was Vice World Champion Andrea Cristiani, driving the Serpent 966, that took the win from Alberto Tedeschi in 2nd and Alessandro Merloni in 3rd. The 200mm class was won by Michele Romagnoli driving the Xray NT1 ahead of Alex Rinati in 2nd and Giammaria Antonelli in 3rd, while the Classic class saw the win go to Alessio Rinaldi from Roberto Fabbri and Daniele Campanelli.

Source: Road Race Riccione [roadracericcione.it]

May 18, 2009

Ronald Voelker confirms move to Yokomo

Over the weekend the news emerged (thanks to all the people that mailed me) that former European Champion and World Championship runner up Ronald Voelker had joined Yokomo. Having raced for Hot Bodies in previous years and been very successful, the LRP backed driver is looking forward to the season ahead with his new sponsors. We contacted him for a statement on the move.

First of all I would like to thank Hot Bodies and especially Toshihiko Hara for their support over the last 3 years! I’ m really looking forward to racing the new Yokomo BD5 and I am happy to have the opportunity to race in such a world class team with so much success behind them.

Ronald’s first race is this weekend’s Reedy Race and in preperation for that event the German driver took the opportunity to shake down his new ride last weekend at a local race.

May 18, 2009

Craft-RC CRST starter box

Craft-RC have released their Much More developed CRST starter box, a compact, high torque starter that can be used to start most types of engines. Made from stainless steel and durable nylon composite parts, this starter comes completely assembled and ready for use in both on or off road configurations. Its ergonomically designed over size handle provides painless fatique free transport every time. In addition the starting flywheel mechanism can be reconfigured so that it can start engines placed along the chassis or perpendicular to the chassis. The starting mechanism utilizes a large heavy duty 775 size motor with pulley/belt reduction system to produce the torque required for new 21 sized engines. Furthermore, the alignment posts are adjustable from the top with a single tool for easy set-up.

Source: Craft RC [craftrc.com]