Hong Kong based Zeppin Racing have released new rear end chassis protectors for the Losi 8ight buggy and truggy, similar to those made by DE Racing. Low profile, they are made from a soft but tough plastic, they protect the rear of the chassis plate and are mounted using the cars 4 rear block screws. Weighing only 5 grams each, they are sold in packs of 2.
Click here to see the plate mounted
Yeah Racing have released their Radio-K aluminium transmitter carrying case. Designed to fit the Futaba 4PK or Spektrum DX3R & DX3S, it can protect your transmitter from damage and contains custom-fit foam padded interior. The custom-fit foam is pre-cut to fit your radio in a perfect position and provides plenty of room for other RC accessories storage as well. A stylish, lightweight and safe way to carry your radio equipment to the track.
Click here for a photo of the padded interior
Spektrum have announced that multiple German Champion Oliver Mack will use their radio equipment this year. The 3 time Worlds finalist and European Pro open champion will use the DX3-R radio to control his Novarossi powered Shepherd Velox V8. Impressed with the incredibly quick response times, the internal electronic features and the fact the radio is incredibly lightweight, Oliver says the radio fits like a glove.
Source: Horizon Hobby UK [horizonhobby.co.uk]
The organisers of the Bumod Turkish Grand Prix, which takes place in Bursa, Turkey from the 4th to the 7th of June have been in touch to tell us that they have confirmed entry from former World and European Champion Michael Salven. The Serpent 966 designer and multiple German National Champion will be competing in the event, alongside other well known gas racers such as Jilles Groskamp, Robert Pietsch, DJ Apolaro, Patrick Schaefer and Dirk Wischnewski, with more really big driver announcements to come in the lead up to the race. Entry is now open for this event and you are guaranteed a warm reception from the Turkish hosts, who will also arrange transport and help find the best accommodation. Red RC will also be present throughout the event bringing live reports each day on our Events page.
For more information about the event visit the official site here.
Yeah Racing have released their Radio-K aluminium transmitter carrying case. Designed to fit the Futaba 4PK or Spektrum DX3R & DX3S, it can protect your transmitter from damage and contains custom-fit foam padded interior. The custom-fit foam is pre-cut to fit your radio in a perfect position and provides plenty of room for other RC accessories storage as well. A stylish, lightweight and safe way to carry your radio equipment to the track.
Click here for a photo of the padded interior
Following on from the release of the rubber spec conversion for the Xray T2’009 EU and T2R Pro comes this 38T conversion set which changes the internal transmission ratio from 1.7 to 1.9. Set includes top-quality 38T composite solid axle and 38T diff pulley, plus new front & rear belts to fit the new pulleys. Improves on/off throttle response, increases stability and makes the car easier to drive. Recommended for all surfaces and traction conditions.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
Our Creme egg infatuated friends at oOple have been reporting all weekend from the Neo 09 race, the annual indoor buggy race which this year takes place in the UK. Associated racer Ryan Maifield took TQ in Electric 8th and took the first and third leg to take overall victory. The third leg had to be re-run after a disastrous error when it was run for 5 minutes instead of 10 – but Maifield won both anyway. Ryan Maifield won from Italian Losi racer Ricardo Rabitti in 2nd and Lee Martin 3rd. In the main gas class Maifield didn’t have much luck, an engine cut saw some drama right at the end of his Semi and he went from 2nd to ‘out of contention’ in the blink of an eye, but stellar marshalling and an expert pit team got him back on the track. Scraping through for the A in 6th place. The main was all about Kyosho driver Tebo however and he lead from start to finish, with a brief switch around due to fuel stops putting Darren Bloomfield up to first. Tebo won from Losi man Darren Bloomfield in 2nd and Tamiya’s Ryan Lutz 3rd.
Read oOple’s full report on their site here.
Source: oOple [oople.com]
JConcepts are reporting on round 1 of the North Carolina Championship series that kicked off last weekend at WCRC in Wilkesboro, NC. Strong storms came through on Friday night and delayed practice and the start of the race, however spirits would not be broken and a good crowd was on hand to enjoy some great racing action. The track crew did a fantastic job getting the track race-able, and all three qualifiers were able to take place. Pro Buggy saw a great battle with the top three drivers all fighting for the top spot with less than 2 minutes to go in the main. This battle saw Barry Pettit leading late, with Alex Birmingham (TQ) and Chris Pace in hot pursuit. Each driver led at one point during the closing laps, but at the finish it was Chris Pace taking the win, followed by Barry and Alex. During the early heats while the track was soft and loamy, Pace preferred Crowbars in blue compound, and for the mains as the track packed in, the Double Dee’s proved to be the winning edge needed.
