December 10, 2007

Drescher wins CML Carpet Masters Rd2

 Drescher wins CML Carpet Masters Rd2

The 2nd round of the CML Carpet Masters series was run at the Stafford club last weekend and it saw another dominant performance from Associated’s Craig Drescher. Craig piloted his TC5 to victory in the 2 finals after taking the TQ from new team mate Andrew Robson in 2nd and Junior Yokomo driver Ryan Edwards in 3rd. In the first round of finals, the top 3 maintained their qualifying order with Craig taking the win from Andy and Ryan. The 2nd round of finals saw a very close finish with Craig just hanging on to take the victory from Andy with Alan Bickerstaff in 3rd. In the 27/13.5 class, the first final win went to Jake Williams in a close race with Nick Turner and Mark Poulton, while in final 2 it was Nick Turner that took the victory with a storming drive, to claim the overall win.

Source: CML [cmldistribution.co.uk]


December 10, 2007

Serpent S400 Ceramic Ball bearings

Serpent S400 Ceramic Ball bearings

Serpent have released 2 new ceramic ball bearings for use with the Serpent S400. Available in both 10×15 and 5×10, the balls used are extremely hard and ultra lightweight and make a great option for those who are looking for extra durability and an added weight advantage. Running extremely free, thanks to a specially selected lubrication, each bearing is sold in a pair and is a direct replacement for the original part.

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December 10, 2007

Much More Power Station Multi Distributor

Much More Power Station Multi Distributor

Much More have announced the release of the Power Station, essentially and power strip that gives multiple outputs from one power supply. With it you can connect up to 5 units, 3 of which come with switches and blue LEDs and can be used for applications up to 10 Amps. The other 2 connectors don’t have switches but can be used for higher current applications, up to 20 Amps. Available in anodised blue, black and purple, each Power Station is supplied with mid sized alligator clips and 50cm of silicon wire.

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December 10, 2007

Jerome Sartel signs to Xray

Jerome Sartel signs to Xray

Automodelisme.com have the exclusive news that top French racer Jerome Sartel has signed to race for Xray from 2008 onwards. Leaving behind a successful time racing for Crono, Sartel will be considered the replacement for Yannick Aigoin who left for Losi a few months ago. As Xray is imported by RB Products in France, Jerome will run RB motors and will be using ProLine tires for grip.

Source: Automodelisme [automodelisme.com]


December 10, 2007

King, Vik & Nicol sweep Kyosho Fall Classic

King, Vik & Nicol sweep Kyosho Fall Classic

Kyosho drivers Cody King, Tyler Vik, and privateer Jeff Nicol made it a Kyosho 1-2-3 sweep in the Truggy class at the Kyosho Fall Classic last weekend. Cody King had TQ, but an early race tangle near the starting grid surrendered the lead to Kyosho driver Ryan Lutz. Lutz lead the majority of the main, but King maintained pressure, and slowly chipped away at the leaders cushion. After the final pit stops, the two were side by side on the track, and then King took control with about 5 minutes to go. With King a mere 10 seconds ahead, and only 3 minutes to go, Lutz had a mechanical problem, and dropped out. Lutz still had accumulated enough laps to land in 5th place.

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December 8, 2007

Reedy 7.4V 20C LiPo battery packs

Reedy 7.4V 20C LiPo battery packs 

Utilizing state-of-the-art technology, Reedy is proud to introduce reliable and powerful 7.4V 20C LiPo battery packs designed specifically for use in R/C cars and trucks. A unique hard case design helps protects the battery from damage. Integrated locking nubs simulate sub-C cell profiles to allow the battery to be easily installed in slotted touring car chassis. By simply flipping the battery over, perfect installation in off-road vehicles is achieved.

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December 7, 2007

Zack Barry wins US Micro On-Road Nats

Zack Barry wins US Micro On-Road Nats

Xray have a report on the first ever 1/18th Scale US On-road Nationals, held last week at RC Madness in Enfield, CT, with numerous classes present including Micro Sedan, Pan car, Recoil (1/14th), Rally, and Open Truck. Zack Barry was present with the new M18T Pro and after qualifying for the Open Truck class he lined up 2nd, despite running the fastest lap times. At the start of the main final Zack quickly got by the leader but had a bobble shortly after that, allowing 3rd place driver Tony Phalen to get by. Now running in 2nd place, Zack followed Tony for several laps, slowly closing the gap. When Tony’s truck “thermalled out” Zack took the lead and with it the win, followed home by John Cravotta in 2nd and Dillon Spinelli in 3rd.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]


December 7, 2007

Corally matched Grepow 4200 cells

Corally matched Grepow 4200 cells

Corally have released their brand new VRS matched Grepow 4200 Sub-C cells. The Grepow 4200 offers high voltage and consistent run time, while VRS (Virtual Race Simulator) matched Maxx-Cellerated packs have been precision matched and treated for even higher voltage. Available in both race and factory specs, all matched Corally battery packs come complete with soldering bars and connector tubes.

Source: Corally [corally.com]