Phat Bodies have released 3 new shells that you’ve all long been waiting for. Suitable for all the Losi Mini-8ight, Carisma GT14B and the LRP Shark LWB there is the ‘Phat Head’ which is a cab forward shell, the ‘Piranha’ which is the semi cab forward shell and ‘For Four’ which features a more conventional cab position. Source: Phat Bodies [phatbodies.co.uk]…
…where as reigning 3 time champion he failed to make the final for the first time further highlighted the ‘Shark’s’ struggle to adapt to the car. Talking to Renaud at this race you could tell that he was looking for change and so with today’s confirmation he has left the team he joined just 9 months ago. Q. Can you confirm your departure from Team Durango. A. Yes, as September 1st, I’m not part of Team Durango anymore, on good terms and by mutual agreement. Q. Can you explain the reasons behind your decision to leave the team? A. Since…
Just released from Phat Bodies is the Optimus, a body shell suitable for the new Carisma GT14B and the LRP Shark LWB chassis. Made from high quality 0.8mm thick polycarbonate, it sports some aggressive styling especially in front of the rear wheels with its triple winglets. Source: Phat Bodies [phatbodies.co.uk]…
Team Durango is delighted to announce that multiple European Champion and Worlds finalist, Renaud Savoya, will be joining their international race team for the 2011 season. Reno is regarded as one of the most gifted and friendly drivers in RC today. Here is what he had to say: Like I said a few days ago, The Shark is ready to bite! Starting January 2011, I will race under the Team Durango flag! Everybody at Team Durango has shown me incredible motivation and professionalism. Thanks to the technical team and the drivers; we will focus on producing the best cars on…
…who always did all the possible for me. However, I’m really motivated with new challenges and looking forward to the future…More to come… Actually, for personal reasons, “Moustache” and I decided not to follow our “driver-mechanic” relationship. Starting in 1993, my dad has always been on my side to support me and pit for me. I can’t be more thankful for everything he did for me. However, today, our geographical situation and our different goals forced us to stop working together. So I will continue racing on the highest scene on my side… The shark is ready to bite again……
…series, the Italian company have sent us the release for their body mounting hole positioning system. As we explained there are units that go over your body posts and help the loose magnets find their exact centre when place on the uncut painted body shell. A hole in each of the magnets allows you the mark the exact centre of the post allowing you to make perfectly positioned bodies each time. 3-time World Champion also uses the Hole shot and has his own line of MR33 branded versions. Available for both 1/8th and 1/10th scale. [youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2aRg40p07qA[/youtube] Source: Pit Shark [pitshark.it]…
To celebrate Renaud Savoya’s 2010 European Title, RB have released the Shark 10 Guarda. Featuring a brand new sleeve with lower exhaust port, this engine provides a better runtime without any compromise on the power delivered. Limited to 300 and signed by Renaud, the combo set includes the engine, RB 2045 pipe, RB Compact manifold 198mm, RB Engine Protect, RB Gas cooler and RB Chrome stickers. Source: RB [rbproducts.com]…
The first signs of a promising season ahead were seen last weekend when new Castle Creations signing Mark Stiles took 2nd place at the 2010 UK Micro X event. Mark was driving a long wheelbase LRP shark ST equipped with a Castle Creations Micro Pro speed controller and CM20 8000kV motor. Mark is the reigning British champion in the micro off road class, so was among the favorites coming into the event. On the day he lost out to 1/10th electric off road specialist Phil Sleigh, who was driving a pre-production version of Carisma’s new car. The wider track of…
