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August 14, 2019

HNMC Summer Series Rd6 – Report

Round 6 of the HNMC Summer Series was held last weekend. With weather warnings all over the UK not coming to fruition the Herts Nitro Model Club was blessed with good weather all day as 43 racers entered in the three classes offered. The top qualifier positions went to Jay Williams in Nitro Buggy, to Holger Lykke in E-Buggy and to Carl Chillingworh in Truggy. The 20-minute Buggy A-main then saw Wayne Buckhorne taking the win with a eleven seconds margin on Jeremey Irving while Jay Williams completed the top 3 another three seconds down. Over in E-Buggy it was Holger Lykke with the win from Lewis Ridgley while Carl Chillingworh took the win in Nitro Truggy.

Source: BRCA [brca.org]

August 14, 2019

Leadfinger Racing SRX8 Pro A2.1 Tactic body shell

Leadfinger Racing have announced the release of their A2.1 Tactic body shell for the Serpent SRX8 Pro buggy. The A2.1 Tactic body is a one off design that delivers a tuning option in between the original LFR Assassin and A2 Tactic bodies. The idea for the A2.1 body was spawned by Doug and Justin Fales when they were looking to gain more stability and slightly more down force to the existing A2 Tactic that now features several changes. First is the addition of the cowl scoops on the side pods. Depending on the performance the driver is looking for, these can be left alone to add to the overall down force of the car, or owners can choose to drill them out for additional cooling. When opened up, the pipe side of the cowl pulls air directly past the block and manifold of the nitro motor. The next addition was the fin on top of the roof. The advantage is more stability in high speed sections of the track and a more precise feel under hard cornering. Very effective is the additional down force added to both side pods and rear swoop that sets the body directly in between both the Assassin and A2 designs. The A2.1 body for the Serpent SRX8 Pro is available both in light weight or standard thickness and it comes in clear, including window masks, stickers and ready for paint.

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August 14, 2019

Raw Speed Slick 1/8th Buggy tyre

Raw Speed have introduced their new Slick tread-less tyre for 1/8th scale buggies. Available now in Clay compound and also coming as Soft and Super Soft compounds very soon, the tyre is ideal for prepped high-grip clay tracks and indoor racing. The tyre comes as pair including suitable inserts.

Source: Raw Speed [rawspeedrc.com]

August 14, 2019

Mark Sousa trifecta at 6th Annual Quebec Classic

The 6th Annual Quebec Classic race was held at Bego Racing RC Raceway in Saint-Bernard-de-Lacolle, Quebec, Canada last weekend. Mark Sousa was in control of things in the Nitro Buggy, Nitro Truggy and E-Buggy classes, taking the overall TQs in all three categories. In Sunday’s Nitro Buggy A-main Mark was able to break away early and pull a comfortable lead. Unfortunately half way through the race Mark had a front clutch bell bearing go bad and he flamed out three times but he was able to get to the finish for the win some 6.3 seconds in front of Damien Lamy while Eric Deschenes cam win 3rd to round out the podium.

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August 14, 2019

BF Materials A319 carbon fibre option parts

BF Materials from Italy have announced the release of new carbon fibre option parts for the Agama A319 1/8th scale buggy. First up is a rear shock tower that utilises the original kit geometry, however precision machined chamfers ensure great durability for demanding track conditions. Other new parts include a carbon fibre front upper steering plate, a steering Ackermann plate as well as 1.5mm front and rear arm inserts.

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August 14, 2019

MST CFX-W 313mm JP1 series crawlers

MST have announced the release of their new CFX-W 313mm wheelbase JP1 series crawlers. Available in kit form or as ready-to-run set with pre-painted body shells, the vehicle features a realistic C-channel steel chassis frame for strength and scale looks while the all-metal transmission gear set provides efficiency and durability. The planetary gearbox with dual slipper clutch ensures reliable power supply, increased lifespan of all parts and optimised holding power when it is needed. The 0.6 module spur gear provided additional durability in case of high torque loads. Other features include heavy duty CV-style driveshafts, 4-gear MPA portal axles with 14.4mm offset as well as adjustable shock absorbers. A realistic front motor position helps with climbing performance as does the aluminium 4-link suspension. The kit and RTR sets are rounded out by full ball bearing sets and scale looking 1.9” wheels and tyres.

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August 14, 2019

JConcepts Super Indoor Tour Rd2 – Report

Beachline Hobbies & Raceway was the host for round 2 of the 2019 JConcepts Super Indoor Tour over the weekend. Beachline Raceway is a unique indoor track that uses an artificial turf rolled out over top an old dirt track that gives racers that off-road feel, but with endless amounts of traction. With the unique track conditions, the local fast guys seem to have an extra gear and can be tough to catch throughout the single day race. Race day began with early morning practice as 101 entries prepared to do battle throughout qualifying and the double main format used in this new series. Qualifying was ultra-tight with the “best 3-lap” system being used as racers traded the top seed 5 and 6 times throughout a 4 minute qualifier bringing extra excitement to each and every heat. The double main format once again proved exciting as many racers took advantage of the 2nd chance main. 2WD Mod Buggy had some great battles, but it was local favorite Kai Goff that had a perfect weekend winning the double A-mains. Lee Setser and Brett Kingsbury would tie for 2nd, but it was Lee who took the tie-breaker for 2nd overall and Brett 3rd.

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August 13, 2019

Czech 1/8th Off-road Nationals Rd4 & Rd5 – Report

The final two rounds of the 2019 Czech 1/8th Off-road Nationals took place last weekend at the Horni Jeleni track. The weekend kicked off on Friday with practice on a very dusty track but overnight rain meant the track would be wet for Saturday morning. Max Götzl started the qualifying with TQ runs in both Nitro and Electric buggy, which was followed by another two double TQs in Q2 and Q3. In Nitro Ales Bidovsky lined up 2nd with Jiri Mara in 3rd, while the E-Buggy top 3 was completed by Ales in 2nd and Marek Schiller in 3rd.

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