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August 1, 2011

Jovanovic & Breugem win Queensland IC Titles

The 2011 Queensland IC Titles were run over three days last weekend under perfect weather conditions. In the 1/10th scale class it was Capricorn driver Peter Jovanovic (Capricorn Novarossi) that claimed victory, with 2010 Worlds finalist Phil Woodbury (Mugen RB) in 2nd and local ace Chris Watchorn (Capricorn Novarossi) in third. In the 1/8th scale class the win went to Mugen driver Glenn Breugem (Mugen Max Power) ahead of local driver Mark Gatenby (Mugen Max Power), with Kane Alderton (Mugen Vox Engines) from New Suoth Wales taking third spot.

View the 1/8th podium here and event videos here

August 1, 2011

Matt Chambers wins Pikes Peak Nitro Challenge

The 4th Annual Pikes Peak Nitro Challenge took place last weekend at the Colorado Fast Track in Colorado Springs. TLR drivers Matt Chambers and Lars Johnson were on hand with both drivers competing in the Expert Buggy class. Unable to make the first day of qualifying, Matt put in two TQ runs in rounds 3 and 4 to secure the overall TQ position for the A-main and would go on to win the 45 minute A-main with his Nitrotec powered TLR 8ight 2.0. Lars suffered some engine trouble early on into the race but was able to finish on the podium in 3rd. In the Expert Truggy class, TLR privateer Chris Peralta stole the show taking the TQ and win in the 45 minute A-main. Chris drove a very smart race and finished laps clear of 2nd place.

Source: TLR [tlracing.com]

August 1, 2011

Joe Kerry wins BRCA 200mm Rd5

Round 5 of the 200mm British Nationals were held on recently at the Mendip circuit. Saturday’s practice started with dry and sunny weather but unfortunately there was little grip on the track. With many cars circulating throughout the day the traction eventually increased to a respectable level. At the end of practice it was Joe Kerry who was quickest with his Serpent 733 just ahead of Championship leader Adam Catchpole. In Qualifying saw Simon Wood take the top spot ahead of Joe Kerry in 2nd and Johnathon Dobney in 3rd. In the final the top two of Simon and Joe got away from the rest of the field and opened up a decent lead. At the first set of fuel stops Joe took first place and from then on was never troubled as he raced to the finish ending the final three laps clear of 2nd placed Dobney with John Zottl taking 3rd. With this result Joe has significantly closed the gap to first place in the championship and now has a really good chance of winning the title this year. Next up in the championship is a trip to the Stonehaven venue in Scotland.

Thanks to Joe Kerry for the report.

July 31, 2011

V-Dezign Carpet Ripper V 1/12th scale

New from European Champion 1/12th scale manufacturer V-Dezign is their latest release in the Carpet Ripper series, the V. Based on continuous development combined with fresh thinking this is the first complete kit from the Finnish manufacturer. The new car features optimized and improved rear-end geometry introduced in CR 4.0 for 1S LiPO from low to high traction as well as the narrowest 1/12th scale chassis on the market for smoother running, only 109mm wide. The wheelbase has been extended further for better stability. As well as a high quality finish and CRC Pro Strut front end, the car comes complete with many optionals as standard such as black aluminium screws, ceramic diff balls, bronze front arm pivot balls and more. Available in October this year, per orders for this limited edition car are being taken with those being delivered in the middle of August.

View more details and images here

July 31, 2011

Lamberto Collari takes 2011 European title

The EFRA 1/8th scale on road European Championships were held this week Mini Circuit Ville de Luxembourg, in Luxembourg. Europe’s best drivers came together to battle it out for the title, which was won last year by newly crowned World Champion Robert Pietsch. Qualifying was topped by this year’s World Championship runner up Dario Balestri driving for Capricorn ahead of Mugen star Pietsch in 2nd, while 9 time World Champion Lamberto Collari was 3rd and top Xray driver Erik Dankel was 4th. With no direct qualifiers everyone would have to make their way through the semi finals before that could fight for the win. Pietsch and Balestri would win their semis but a faster Semi A saw Balestri take pole ahead of Michele Romagnoli in 2nd and Ilia Van Gastel in 3rd, while Pietsch would only start from 4th on the grid for the 45 minute A-main just in front of Collari. The final saw close running at the front with Balestri, Ilia Van Gastel and Robin D’Hondt all sharing the lead. Problems for Balestri as well as Pietsch would knock them out of the race and what would be a race of attrition only 5 cars would finish the final with Lamberto Collari emerging as the winner for Kyosho just 6 seconds ahead of Serpent driver Van Gastel in 2nd, with Mugen team driver Rick Vrielijnck finishing in 3rd, 2 laps further back.

View the final results here

July 31, 2011

O.S. 21XZ-R Speed & 21XZ-R VII engines

O.S. have introduced two new 21XZ-R engines for 1/8 scale on-road racing with both featuring superb runtime. Engineered for added horsepower and faster lap times, the 21XZ-R Speed performed well at the 1/8 Scale On-Road Worlds in Miami, Florida with Team drivers coming home in 4th and 5th place with production models. The motor features a redesigned crankcase and carb to produce smoother transitions and higher speeds while the 21M slide-valve carb features 4 adjustable control settings, including a low-end metering needle for improved torque and fuel economy. A more-balanced conrod reduces vibration and wear. Equipped with many of the same performance features as the .21XZ-R Speed ABC, the 21XZ-R VII offers explosive acceleration and top-end for race-winning potential at a more economical price. It combines aggressive timing with easy starting so drivers can unleash its race-winning potential right out of the box, while the cylinder liner boasts 7 scavenger ports and three exhaust ports. Both engines are available in early August.

View the full engine specs here

July 30, 2011

Duratrax Onyx LiPo batteries

Duratrax have introduced their new line of Onyx true-rated LiPo batteries at affordable prices. Onyx LiPo 25C packs offer quality, dependability and long-lasting power and drivers can trust the stated capacity of an Onyx LiPo pack to deliver the performance promised, charge after charge. Ideal for upgrading an RTR vehicle or for competing in racing events, they are available in capacities, configurations and discharges to meet a wide range of applications. All include built-in discharge lead and balance connector. Available in 5000mAh 7.4V hard case with either Deans or TRX plug and in 7.4V and 11.1V 5000mAh soft case versions both with TRX connectors.

View the other packs here

July 30, 2011

Team Durango DEX210 2wd buggy

The next generation of 2WD is here as Team Durango release details on the all new DEX210 buggy. Having stuck the prototype of this car in the final at last week’s World Championships in Finland, the production car is considerably different in terms of looks while retaining the same geometry and weight distribution of the car that gave Joern Neumann 5th place. The highlight of the car is the patented (pending) ability to set it up in 3 or 4 gear configuration in both rear and mid motor layout with the same gearbox. The cars backbone is the aluminium chassis plate, with moulded composite side plates, that can accept both stick and saddle pack battery configurations. Moulded composite shock towers, big bore shocks and aluminium FF and RR suspension blocks are just some of the other standard features.

View the features list and more photos here