Red RC

January 10, 2024

Mayako MX8E 1:8 Electric Buggy

Mayako has released its first 1:8 eBuggy with the announcement of the MX8E. Sharing the design philosophy of their simultaneously announced MX8-24 nitro car, the electric variant is the product of years of prototype testing from the Mayako Performance Community, with input gathered through much discussion and meetings. With the front and rear ends interchangeable between nitro and electric models, the centre section of the MX8E features the option to run either shorty or standard brick pack LiPo’s along with adjustable weight distribution by moving the battery.

View features and images here

January 10, 2024

Pavidis announced for Sparko Racing line-up

Sparko Racing has announced the addition of Ryan Pavidis to its race team line-up for 2024. The new 1:8 Offroad buggy manufacturer kicked off off the New Year with the announcement Ryan Cavalieri would lead their charge and now adding a second Ryan has a formidable team line-up in the important US market. After departing HB Racing towards the end of the 2023 season, Pavadis, son of former World Champion Mark, raced the F8 recently in two events securing podium finishes on both occasions including the U.S. Open Fuel Championships.

Source: Sparko Racing [Facebook]

January 10, 2024

Schumacher Winter Series Round 4 – Report

The popular Lincolnshire, UK, based Schumacher Winter Series resumed after the Christmas break with Round 4 taking place over the weekend. In the Contact RC 17.5 class Chris Lovey with his Nosram powered Xray x4 would take TQ at this encounter taking three of the four rounds of qualifying. 1:8 circuit ace Tim Wood would line up second on the grid taking the last round of qualifying with his Mugen, ahead of Alex Brocklebank and his Schumacher. Alex would tie break with Paul Sleight and his Awesomatix, and Dave Sedgewick also with an Awesomatix. Daniel Burks would round out the six car a final with his Destiny. A single legged A-final would see the field away clean. A bunching of the pack so issues, and as drivers diced for positions mistakes were made. Lovely would manage to pull a gap, Paul Sleight from 4th on the grid and at the midway point it would seem he was pulling Chris back in. They would hold station til the end with Chris taking the win. Daniel Burks would be in a race of his own to this position, with Tim Wood just holding off Dave Sedgewick for 4th and 5th respectably. Alex Brocklebank would round out the six drivers.

content

January 10, 2024

Ronnefalk officially announced at FlySky

Although he has been using their Noble Pro radio for a number of months already, today FlySky has officially announcement former 1:8 Buggy World Champion David Ronnefalk as its newest team driver. The Swede is the latest in an impressive line-up of drivers who have joined forced with the ambitious Chinese manufacturer including offroad legend Ryan Maifield and onroad World Champions Marc Rheinard and Ronald Volker. Over the weekend, both Dakotah Phend, who announced he would no longer be sponsored by Spektrum, and newly crowned 2WD Buggy World Champion Tater Sontag used the Noble Pro at the ‘Clash of Champions’ race at the Hoosier RC Hobbyplex event in Indiana where Phend completed the buggy double. With most drivers running the radio prior to being announced as team drivers, we expect the FlySky line up to be further expanded in the coming weeks. Commenting on his latest sponsorship announcement, factory Xray driver Ronnefalk “The FlySky Noble Pro has really impressed on me. The feeling on track is just as good as it feels holding it in your hand. With the metal frame the weight is just right to me and overall it really oozes quality. I’ve been using the Noble Pro for a few months already and I’m happy to be a part of FlySky team for 2024 and beyond.”

Source: Flysky [flysky-cn.com]

January 10, 2024

Team EAM power for Bultynck

Two time European Spec Touring Car Champion Olivier Bultynck is to ru Team EAM batteries to power his 2024 season. The Belgian Awesomatix driver joins the brand under the Team EAM Europe which is headed up by recently announced team manager Max Mächler. 2024 will see the EFRA European Championship take place in Bultynck home country with him also set to travel to the IFMAR World Championship later in the season. To kick off the new partnership his first race will be what has become the traditional European season opener when he competes at the GP3F in France. Commenting on the announcement Bultynck said, “Proud to be Joining Team EAM. Thank you Eric Anderson and Max Mächler for giving me the thrust and opportunity. Looking forward to rocking the batteries on the coming events!”

Source: Team EAM [teameamotorsports.com]

January 10, 2024

R1 Wurks LW Titanium/CF Wheelie Bar Turnbuckle

New from R1 Wurks for their DC1 Drag car is the Lightweight Titanium/Carbon Fibre Wheelie Bar Turnbuckle which is adjustable from 190mm – 205mm. It is constructed with a rigid carbon tube and lightweight titanium inserts, ensuring minimal weight for improved performance. The threaded rod ends with left and right-hand threads, combined with laser-etched markings, enable precise and easy adjustments. It features impact-resistant nylon rod ends and high-quality Grade 5 titanium inserts, ensuring longevity and resilience during RC drag car races. A direct fit for DC1 wheelie bars, it is universally compatible with most RC drag car wheelie bars, providing flexibility for various setups.

View mounted here

January 10, 2024

MonTech GR-10 1:10 190mm body

Continuing to expand its offering of LMH 1:10 190mm bodies, MonTech Racing has released the GR-10. Based on the official Toyota Gazoo Racing World Endurance Champion entry and like all the other bodies in the Italian bodyshell producers LMH series, this one is also super detailed and reproduces the appearance of the real car. The GR-10 can be mounted on all the latest generation 1:10 Touring Cars and on the Formula chassis with a 260mm wheelbase. The kit includes all the stickers, the masking along with the fixing screws for the wing.

View more images here

January 9, 2024

PN Racing V4 Anima Sensored Brushless Motor

New from Mini-Z racing specialists PN Racing is the V4 version of its Anima Sensored Brushless Motor. Offered in both 2500kv and 3500kv versions, the design & precision engineering of the motors redefines your Mini-Z racing experience and delivers unparalleled performance on the track. From lightning-fast acceleration to seamless control, every twist and turn becomes an exhilarating adventure with PN Racing’s cutting-edge technology. To distinguish the two motor options, the 2500kv comes with gold detailing while on the 3500kv it is red.

View more images here