September 16, 2011

LRP iX8 brushless speed control

…versatile use, with a powerful 6A switching BEC Sensored Design Sensored technology for high precision and intelligent motor management USB Software Updatability Benefit from all the latest performance improvements and updates available at www.LRP.cc! Special power profiles Special power profiles for the finest adjustments in all conditions, including all team profiles. Forward/Brake + Forward/Brake/Reverse Fully adjustable drive-modes with different brake/reverse adjustments Revolutionary Internal Temp Check System 3 Allows you to read out the maximum internal temperature of the speed control and motor 100% plug-able connections No-solder design-maximum convenience. Includes ready-to-use wires for all connections Cut-off voltage/LVC adjustable Source: Associated [rc10.com]…


September 13, 2011

Belgian Steven Cuypers is German 1/8 Champion

…first rain break for final preparations of their cars and for lots of nitro talks. But the competitors have joined for racing and not for hanging around and so the mood turned into gloom and frustration at the end. Nevertheless, the German Nationals were attended by 88 racers, 44 each in class 1 and class 2. That means the highest number of competitors since a couple of years. A total of 181 drivers have joined the races in the five regional championships to qualify for the Nationals. Tyre treatment has of course been an issue before the event. But Fredy…


September 5, 2011

On-Point Racing OP12C

…front track width for Lipo racing – Fits any 1/12 servo – Fits AE R5 front end – Any 1/12 center-shock and rear axle fits – Orange and black anodized aluminum parts for eye-catching effect – Based on US high quality graphite and aluminium – 7075 Aluminum pod plates – Four bolt top pod plate for maximum strength – Available through www.speedtechrc.de in Europe, www.Stormerhobbies*]}*.com in the USA – OP300 – Includes chassis, cross brace, top deck, bottom plate, stand offs, shock mount, shock tower, front bulk heads, front arm inserts, damper tubes and pod plates. Source: On-Point Racing (info@onpointracing.com)


September 1, 2011

Reedy Offroad Race of Champions – Announcement

…26th – 29th. Entries open September 1st at Noon PST on www.RCSignup.com and with 200 spots for the open classes and 30 Invitational drivers, spaces are limited. The event continues its traditional 2wd Open and 4wd Open class along with the Invitational 2wd/4wd format. To allow everyone an opportunity to be a part of this historic event, a lottery drawing will be conducted on October 21st with the first 200 open class entries selected securing a place in the event. Entry fees are due for the selected entries and Invitational drivers by November 20th. More information can be found here…


August 30, 2011

Short Course Showdown Rd3 report

Round 3 of the Short Course Showdown Nation Wide Tour was held at West Coast RC. Racers from California, Nevada, Arizona and Florida attended to enjoy the fun that is Short Course racing. The SC Showdown is all about the fun that SC racing has brought to the hobby. The race program is run different than most normal races as we run heads up racing in the qualifiers and do bump ups in all classes for the mains. Since we were in Southern California it was no question we would have some factory drivers attending the event and put on…


August 23, 2011

On-Point Racing S120L conversion kit

…for easy battery changing and rigidity – More space for electronics and wiring, due to three post design – Split rear cross brace for more space, better motor mounting and more weight placement options – Uses Damper tubes for smoothest dampening (not included) – Longer wheelbase for LiPo racing – Wider front track width for LiPo racing – Fits any 1/12 servo – Based on US high quality graphite – Available through www.speedtechrc.de in Europe, www.Stormerhobbies*]}*.com in the USA OP105 – Includes chassis, cross brace, top deck, bottom plate, stand offs for top deck, and shock Source: On-Point Racing (info@onpointracing.com)


August 21, 2011

Kyle Branson wins BRCA 1/8th Rd6

…impossible for UK drivers to complete 5 mins and therefore a stop for fuel on fast circuits is now generally the case by the top drivers. Sunday, started with a dry track for free practice but it soon rained which prevented any representative times being set until round 3, when the track became fully dry. With Mark Green not racing due to 200mm Euro preparations, Kyle Branson become the pre event favourite for victory. After round 3, it was Kyle Branson who was top of the time sheets, followed by Andy North and Tim Wood. In the final Round, Kyle…


August 15, 2011

Simpson wins MMUKGP in Scotland, Hunt takes title

The Scottish round of the 2011 Much-More UK GP took place last weekend under superb sunny weather conditions for the whole weekend. John Simpson (Xray) who did not make the English round of the GP, took the Pro-Stock title for the Stonehaven round whilst team mate, Gareth Hunt took the title of ‘Much-More UK GP Champion’ by improving on 4th place at the Carlisle round with some consistent driving and a 2nd place at the Stonehaven round. In the overall championship, Gareth was followed by Neal Radwell (AE TC6) taking 2nd place and Chris Mitchell (HB TCX) in 3rd. The…


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