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September 8, 2023

AKA Lux 1:8 Buggy Tyre

AKA has released the new Lux tyre which it is describing as a whole new breed of 1:8 buggy tyre. It combines the best of both worlds by seamlessly integrating bar and pin-style treads, setting a new standard for performance and versatility. The Lux is engineered to provide unparalleled traction, control, and durability on a variety of racing surfaces. Its unique hybrid tread combines the aggressive bite of pin-style treads with the stability and consistency of bar-style treads, resulting in a tire that excels across different track conditions and terrains. By strategically positioning rectangular pins both laterally and radially throughout the tire, the Lux not only ensures maximum traction even in the harshest dust-filled environments but also promotes even tread wear, extending the lifespan of the tire. The Lux is currently available in AKA’s most popular rubber compounds for 1:8 racing: Clay, Super Soft Long Wear, Soft, and Soft Long Wear.

Source: AKA [horizonhobby.com]

September 8, 2023

Schumacher Mi8 HGT update kit Alu Chassis option

Following the success of the HGT update kit for the Mi8 1:10 Electric Touring Car, Schumacher is now offering a alu chassis option for the kit in time for the Winter season. This chassis is suitable if you have already purchased the HGT C/F kit in the past. If you are new to the Mi8 or only race on carpet an Alloy Chassis version of the HGT kit will be available. The HGT conversion features an alternative suspension geometry to free the car up in the corners and create more rotation. It also includes new shock mounts to lower the centre of gravity.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

September 8, 2023

Ronnefalk & Mayako part ways

While en route for our coverage of the IFMAR 1:10 Offroad World Championships in Arizona, former 1:8 Offroad World Champion David Ronnefalk and chassis manufacturer Mayako has announced they are to part ways. Ronnefalk made a surprise departure from long time chassis sponsor HB Racing and joined the new brand 2-years ago. Formed from the JQ brand, the new partnership delivered a European Championship and 2nd place at the World Championship in the hands of the Swede in 2022 however this year they haven’t been able to build on the initial success. Issuing a joint statement Mayako said, ‘The 2023 season is coming to an end, and Mayako Performance International would like to thank David Ronnefalk for his contribution to the successful launch of the brand over the last 2 years. This included a European Championship, RCGP Championship, 2nd place at the IFMAR World Championships, DNC eBuggy Win, and numerous other wins and podiums. We would like to wish David all the best for the future, and look forward to many tough battles on the track.’

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September 8, 2023

Exotek Wrench Tools

Exotek has added two new Wrench tools for assembling and wrenching on Exotek kits and parts. First of the polished steel wrench tools is a 5.5mm wrench on one end and 7mm on the other. The second offering is a 4mm turnbuckle wrench on one end and 4.75mm opening ball cup popper on the other for Exotek ball cups.

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September 8, 2023

Ingholm & Johannessen win Norwegian Nationals RD4

ARC/RCMN drivers Albin Ingholm and Helge Johannessen emerged as winners in their respective classes at the 4th & final round of the Norwegian Touring Car Nationals, with Ingholm winning the Modified class and Johannessen taking the top spot in the Stock class. In Modified, Xray’s Mathias Nedrebø claimed the TQ, edging out Albin Ingholm by 0.6 seconds. The top three in qualifying was completed by the Awesomatix of Geir Bjarte Terum. In the finals, Nedrebø won A1 by a blistering 4 seconds. A2 offered thrilling battles, with Ingholm taking the lead halfway into the race, ultimately winning by a razor-thin margin of 0.4 seconds. The tension escalated in A3 as both Ingholm and Nedrebø were determined to leave their mark on the weekend. Ingholm wasted no time and took the lead on the first lap. Ingholm was slowly able to create a gap of about 1 second, but Nedrebø made a mistake on the last few laps, allowing Ingholm to cruise to victory with a margin of almost 5 seconds. Alexander Gjemble driving a Schumacher completed the podium.

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September 8, 2023

JConcepts ’87 Ford F-250 BIGFOOT Street Cruiser body

JConcepts has released a 1987 Ford F-250 pick-up truck body that fits the popular Axial SCX24 and is intended to use with small scale crawlers and chassis layouts. The brick nose, popular to current day, served as a cross-over from complete square body designs in to a new era of truck looks and detail. The single cab truck shell is “Built Ford Tough” and aims at a market that garners a look, fit, and finish to tackle rough terrain. The passion at the JConcepts factory for early model trucks runs very deep. When called upon, the design team steps up to the plate with licensed designs, clever takes, and innovative approaches to the Golden era of pick-up trucks. The 1987 Ford F-250 for scale RC trucks is a bit new but carries a tradition of classic looks while maintaining performance. In cooperation with BIGFOOT 4X4, JConcepts is also offering, in the package, a BIGFOOT logo decal sheet. In addition, a separate Street Cruiser decal with finely detailed blue and gold trim stripe decal package lays out beautifully on the side of the body shell.

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September 7, 2023

‘I’ve learned a lot since then’ – Phend

In 2019 Dakotah Phend would achieve his best World Championship result when he finished runner-up to Bruno Coelho in 1:10 4WD at the Hudy Arena in Slovakia. Four years on, asked what is different about the Dakotah of today as we get set for the return of the 1:10 Offroad World Championship at the end of this week, the American’s reply is, ‘I’ve learned a lot since then’. Making his World Championship debut way back in 2008 in 1:8 Nitro, his debut in 1:10 Electric came in 2011 when the now 26-year-old put his cars in both A-Mains in Finland. With an impressive National Championship trophy collection in what is undoubtably the super power of nations when it comes to offroad racing, Phend’s sheer outright speed has always been spectacular to watch. Now the TLR driver believes he is much better at managing that speed and calculating risk versus reward.

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September 7, 2023

O.S. MAX-12TG Ver.V 1:10 Touring Car engine

Japanese engine manufacturer O.S. has released the fifth generation of their long established MAX-12TG 1:10 touring car engine line. While following user requests and trends, OS have pursued ease of use and better performance with each successive generation, and now in its fifth generation the MAX-12TG Ver.V has been improved in various parts in order to demonstrate excellent power even in regulated race scenes. The first major change in appearance is the addition of one cooling fin to the bottom of the outer head. This improves engine cooling performance and enables stable performance. Also, by increasing the lightweight holes in the fins, the weight increase due to adding one fin is reduced. Furthermore, the head has a new laser design, making you aware that it is “Ver.V”. Another point that cannot be overlooked is the improved idling performance due to changes in crankshaft timing and improved carburetor. The shape of the combustion chamber in the inner head has been changed to improve combustion efficiency and increase torque in the mid-speed range.

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