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August 21, 2023

Boots crowned British Champion for 7th time

Having kicked off his British 1:8 Offroad Buggy title defence with a victory at the season opener at Herts back in May, Sworkz/Reds Racing team driver Elliott Boots wrapped up his 7th National title with a win at the season finale over the weekend. The 2-time European Champion and World Championship Top Qualifier, secured the TQ at the fifth & final round at Nemo Raceway ahead of Team Associated Neil Cragg before going on to take win number 3 of the season ahead of the Xray of William Skidmore and Agama of Lee Martin. Unfortunately for main title rival Jonathan Skidmore, trouble in the Semi Final put an end to his challenge for win number three of the season. Winner of Round 2 & 3 of the championship, the Xray driver finished as championship runner 8 points off Boots with brother William 3rd in the final standings.

Image: Elliott Boots [Facebook]

August 21, 2023

Amped Up RC 2s Balance Charge Leads

Following Donathen RC’s launch of its Amped Up RC range of off the shelve cables, they have released the first 3 products, 2s Balance Charge Leads. These leads are designed by DRC using DRC proportions, DRC connectors, 10 awg wire, and adhesive heat shrink. Each lead is fully protected with black sheathing covering all wires, increasing the protection, and lifespan of the lead. This sheathing can easily slide around with regular heat shrink, that is why we offer these leads with dual wall adhesive heat shrink. Not only does the adhesive heat shrink keep the sheathing in place, it adds durability, sturdiness, and molds to the connection providing the best protection available. To start, Amped Up RC is offering 3 balance leads, 5mm bullet connectors, Xt90 connectors, and Qs8 connectors 24″ long made with 10 awg wire. A unique feature of these leads is that they can be used with any charger that uses a JST-Xh balance housing.

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August 21, 2023

SuperRad SR-07L 1:12 LMP body

SuperRad Competition Bodyshells has added a new 1:12 LMP body to its range, the SR-07L LMP. The US body shell produce ground-up designed it specifically for high-bite, 17.5 stock class racing. It features a smooth aerodynamic design with a reduced spoiler for maximum efficiency. Available in XtraSuperLite .010”, SuperLite .015” and Lite .020” polycarbonate, it includes headlight decal sheet and window mask and is both ROAR and IFMAR approved.

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August 20, 2023

Ruddog supports Red RC 1:10 Offroad Worlds coverage

In just three weeks time the first wheels will be turning at the 2023 IFMAR 1:10 Offroad World Championships and Red RC is excited to announce we have teamed up with Ruddog Racing to bring our readers full trackside coverage from Arizona. Having been at Yatabe Arena in Japan in 2015 to witness both Spencer Rivkin and Bruno Coelho claim their first World Championship titles, we are super excited to be travelling to Hobby Action RC Raceway to see if either driver can defend their title and become 3-time Champions. After waiting an extra year for the 19th running of the race that decides the greatest prize any driver will achieve, the anticipation of the battles between the best racers in the World and the unearthing of the sport’s next generation of racing talents is higher than ever. The first of four World Championships Red RC will attend this year our coverage from Arizona is being supported by Ruddog. Founded in 2006 by Sven Rudig, himself an avid offroad racer, Ruddog is steeped in offroad racing history being a distributor for 31 times World Champion manufacturer Team Associated and iconic offroad tyre brand JConcepts to name but a few. In addition, they have developed their own product ranges such as Ruddog Racing, a new line of electronics offered by the German company that already has a European Championship title to its credit in touring car. Revolution Design Racing Products has established itself as a designer & producer of high-quality tuning parts and are popular upgrades among offroad racers. Red RC’s trackside coverage of the 1:10 Offroad World Championship will kick off on September 10th with the start of the 4WD action and conclude on September 16th when 2WD Champion is decided.

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August 18, 2023

Roche Rapide P10W3

Having announced their latest 235mm Competition Pro10 kit in recent days, World Championship winning 1:12 manufacturer Roche has released more details & images of the Rapide P10W3. The kit has 12 new features over it predecessor including a new design 2.5mm high grade hard graphite materials for main chassis and wider lower pod plate. It also gets a newly designed dual upper deck and easy change battery holder. Other key changes include new 7075 aluminium front upper & lower bulkhead and newly designed 7075 aluminium lower axle position motor mount and rear left bulkhead.

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August 18, 2023

Hu Wei Ping crowned Chinese 1:8 Offroad Champion

T-Works/Team Associated driver Hu Wei Ping added to his tally of National Championship titles with the 1:8 Nitro Buggy victory on the return of the China Nationals after a 3 year absence for the country’s top competition. Governing body CMAC had a busy four days of competition as both the Offroad and Onroad Championships were run side by side at the large FSR International Race Track located in Yongkang in the centre of the country. Ping would take his Associated to the win ahead of the similar buggy of Mao Yu Jun with the Xray of Gavin Kowk completing the podium. One of Ping’s main rivals in the Buggy final until he broke a shock ball end, Mugen driver Liu Shuo took the Truggy title ahead of the Team Associated of Zhu Lei Xiang with Xiao Si Tan third. eBuggy would go the way of Tang Qian Jun and his Team Associated buggy ahead of the Kyosho of Liu Zhi Chen. In 1:10 Offroad, the title went to Liu Zhi Chen.

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August 18, 2023

T-Works 17mm Alu Magnetic Nut Driver Attachment

Adding to its extensive range of RC tools & accessories, T-Works has released this 17mm Alu Magnetic Nut Driver Attachment. Made of 7075-T6 aluminium with a hard coat finish for durability, the 17mm hex driver intended for use with power tools features a magnetic centre to hold steel nuts in place removing from the axle.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

August 17, 2023

RDRP Ultra Exhaust Pipe Clamp | Carb Dust Cover Seal

Revolution Design Racing Products has two new accessories for nitro racing. First is the Ultra Exhaust Pipe Clamp which offers a sturdy and efficient way to secure the exhaust pipe in most 1:8 and 1:10 Offroad and Onroad vehicles. Crafted from premium 7075 aluminium, it provides durability while remaining lightweight. This clamp can either be fixed mounted, acting as an additional safeguard to the set screw in the pipe, or used in a floating configuration to allow for more flexibility. In the floating setup, the pipe is secured solely by the two set screws of the Ultra Exhaust Pipe Clamp. The black anodising, combined with the silver chamfers, gives the clamp an attractive and professional appearance. Installation is easy and straightforward, enabling you to enhance the control and stability of your exhaust without consuming much time and effort.

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