December 30, 2022

Schumacher Racing 2023 Apparel

Schumacher is gearing up for the new season with the addition of new  apparel for 2023.  The ‘Mono’ line includes a black hoodie and t-shirt with white Schumacher branding front and back as well as on the sleeve.  The t-shirt is made with 100% certified organic cotton while the hoodie is made in an improved thicker 65% Cotton 35% Polyester material.  Also added to the range is a fleece lined bobble hat.  Ideal for the winter weather, it comes in grey with black embroidered branding to front and back.

View t-short and hat here


December 29, 2022

JConcepts Relapse 1:8 buggy & truck tyres

JConcepts has released the new Relapse tyre for both 1:8 Buggy and 1:8 Truggy.  The Relapse is a tyre derived from research and development put into tires such as the Detox and Rehab.  Those results were incorporated into a new design optimised for indoor and outdoor track success while delivering more forward bite than the original incarnations. The JConcepts speed laboratory started with the centre section of tread for more horizontal pin contact.  The design revolves around the centre structure which has medium to small sized, dense lugs arranged in a stacked and horizontal configuration. The lugs have strategically placed cuts and grooves to allow flex in dust to perform when the track is in a deteriorating condition. The outer portion of the tread fits together like building blocks, with shapes placed together that nest well but also work together to flex laterally to provide steadfast side-bite. The tread tapers off cleanly to the outer sidewall giving a smooth transition during hard cornering.

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December 29, 2022

JConcepts Monster Truck engine accessory set

JConcepts has added this engines accessory set to their range of Monster Truck offerings.  Having a finely detailed vehicle is part of the enjoyment and allowing builders to build their favourite vehicles of today and yesteryear.  The new engine accessory set contains a host of parts, pieces, and hardware to make dream creations a reality.  The injection molded parts, designed by JConcepts, replicate carburetor and injection assemblies commonly used in high performance engines and seen on many of the monsters of the 1980’s, 1990’s, and 2000’s.

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December 28, 2022

Avid Motor Bearings & Ceramic Motor Bearings

Avid Racing has released an updated motor bearing lineup designed to improve performance and increase lifespan in RC motors.  They use chrome steel rings that are polished to a mirror-like finish to reduce noise and vibration, and maintain a very tight ABEC7 tolerance to minimise play in the bearing.  In the ceramic versions, they use silicone nitride ceramic balls (Si3N4) for a smooth, slippery surface.  All the motor bearings also feature a nylon cage instead of metal, which prevents expansion under heat for improved performance.  Additionally, Avis use high-speed oil for low-friction rotation and metal shields to reduce contact on the races and protect against debris.

Source: Avid [avidrc.com]


December 27, 2022

Vision Racing 22 5.0 Front Alu Camber Block w/ sway bar mount

Oregon’s Vision Racing has released a new Front Aluminium Camber Block w/ Sway bar Mount for TLR’s 22 5.0 1:10 2WD Buggy.  The all in one front aluminium camber block for the TLR 22 5.0.  Includes all 3 camber mounting holes. Incorporates the swaybar mount into it.  The two vertical screws allow you to take out the up and down slop which is common with the smaller sized sway bars.

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December 27, 2022

Kyosho Motorsports Pit Mat

With 2023 just around the corner, making a clean start to the season begins with your pit set-up and Kyosho Europe has just released this Kyosho Motorsports pit mat just in time for the New Year.  Measuring 600x1200mm, it is made from a high quality yoga mat type material that makes its easy to roll up for transportation between workshop and race track.

Source: Kyosho Europe [kyoshoeurope.com]


December 27, 2022

SMART Starter Premium

Having previously brought you the news of Smart Workshop’s first batch of Starter/Ignitor for its testers program, they have now released full details and images of how the production Smart Starter Premium will look.  Designed with high integrated solutions, a high efficiency high frequency synchronous step down DC/DC regulator is capable of delivering up to 6A output current. It integrates main switch and synchronous switch with very low RDS (on) to minimise the conduction loss, internal soft-start Limits the inrush current.

More details & images here


December 27, 2022

T-works B6.3/6.4 Carbon Laydown Motor Plate

T-works has introduced a carbon fibre laydown motor plate for the Team Associated B6.3 and B6.4 2WD 1:10 Buggy.  Machined from 3mm thick carbon fibre, the plate is a lightweight option to replace the standard aluminium plate that comes with the original AE kit.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]


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