January 13, 2009

Jab Graphix to wrap Lee Martin

Jab Graphix have signed Lee Martin, multi-time National Champion and recent winner of Round 4 of the CML Nitro Winter Champs, for the 2009 season. He will be sporting a full range of ‘Lee Martin’ designed wraps on his racing gear and will also have a complete line of Lee Martin Signature Series products that will be available soon.

Source: Jab Graphix [jabgraphix.com]


January 12, 2009

Fastrax Transmitter Muffs

Fastrax have released two new transmitter muffs, designed to keep the rain and cold weather at bay when on the drivers stand. Ergonomically designed to suit either twin stick or wheel radios they feature a pvc window for viewing, velcro fastening at the base, internal fleece lining and embroidered outward facing Fastrax logo. Perfect for outdoor racing at the north pole.

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January 12, 2009

Xray Column – At the end of the Worlds

The 25th and 26th installment in the Xray column from Xray owner and chief designer Juraj Hudy is now online. In this months column, Juraj talks about the development of their touring car platform as well as their recent trip to Thailand for the on road Worlds.

At the last minute we decided to participate at the 1/12 Worlds which meant we needed to push development and production to the limit. The final pre-production car was tested at our factory tracks as well as at private sessions in Bangkok just before the Worlds. After the final design changes and final tuning of small details, we produced the team kits some of which were shipped directly to the drivers but due the time pressure some of the drivers got their first car at the Worlds.

Read the full column here.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


January 12, 2009

Craft RC KO Esprit III skins

Custom RC design company Craft RC have announced a new addition to their range of transmitter skins with the release of decal kits for the KO Esprit III. Available in a wide range of designs and colours they are made from top quality material that is easy to apply and long lasting.

Source: Craft RC [craftrc.com]


January 12, 2009

Mugen Seiki Large Carrying case

New from Mugen Seiki is this large grey carrying case. Available with either 3 or 4 internal boxes, the case features Mugen branding on all sides with the internals made from a durable and easily cleanable plastic material and is large enough to take all your stuff, easily, to the track.

Source: Mugen [mugenseiki.com]


January 11, 2009

Rheinard & Bergfeldt DHI Cup Champions

He’s a two time World Champion, twice European Champion and now he is a two time champion of the race which kicks of each new season of international touring car action – the DHI Cup.  Holder of the title in 2006, the Tamiya Racing Factory driver took the win over Top Qualifier Alexander Hagberg with Teemu Leino completing the podium at the 9th edition of the famous Danish race. In Pro Stock it was Tommy Bergfeldt who was the very deserving 2009 DHI Cup Champion.  The Hot Bodies driver dominated qualifying to take the TQ honours from where he continued his reign, the only glitch of the perfect weekend being a problem which was outside of his control.  A motor problem messing up his Leg 2 race.

View our live event coverage, including videos of all A-mains, here.


January 11, 2009

Hagberg converts it in DHI Leg 2

After a rocky opening Leg Alexander Hagberg converted his TQ into victory which will take the 2009 DHI Cup title down to the final Leg.  A far more relaxed Hagberg fended off an early challenge from Leg 1 winner Marc Rheinard but the German made a mistake giving the Swede the break he needed. Teemu Leino completed the Top 3.

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January 11, 2009

Rheinard takes DHI Final Leg 1

Marc Rheinard has won Leg 1 of the Speed Passion supported DHI Cup.  The reigning World Champion took the lead from Top Qualifier Alexander Hagberg on the opening lap from where he would remain to take victory from his Tamiya team-mate Viktor Wilck.  Team Corally driver Marc Fisher completed the Top 3.

View our live event coverage here.