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June 2, 2014

Gubbio introduce a safety bridge system

Gubbio safety bridge system

The Automodellistico 5 Colli club in Gubbio, Italy, host of the 2016 IFMAR 1/10th 200mm World Championships, introduce a new system to maximise the safety for all on-track marshals. With the most dangerous part of a track being the straight in most cases, the club has invented a special rail and carriage system that spans across the straight opposite the pits. The transportation system is activated by the weight of the model and allows for maximum safety and minimum inconvenience for both the racers and marshals as the marshals do not have to cross the front straight anymore in order to bring back a car that stranded in the infield. The system was put into operation at the Hot-Race Tyres Trophy at the end and it was well received by pilots, pit crews and marshals for its speed, small footprint and security guaranteed to the marshals. The system is suitable for 1/10, 1/8 and GT models and is only the first in a series of innovations that will be introduced to the track ahead of the World Champsionships in 2016.

Click here to see a short video of the system in action

June 2, 2014

Martin Bayer wins 1/8th buggy in Senden

A round of the South German Bayern Cup 2014 took place at the MRC Senden club with some international drivers like Martin Bayer, David Kukla or Patrick Hofer in attendance. In the 30 minute final it was that certain Martin Bayer (Xray) who was in control of things by taking the fastest lap and the race win a lap in front of Patrick Hofer. Patrick secured a very close 2nd place from Hannes Käufler (TLR) who finished 0.2 seconds down on the Swiss Team Associated driver in 3rd.

Image: Martin Bayer

June 2, 2014

Steve Soon doubles at 2014 WCIC

At the final round of the non-profit Western Canadian Indoor Championship Series (WCICS), which hosted over 1500 registrations across 8 events this season, Serpent’s Steve Soon took the Great Hobbies Sponsored TC Stock season Championship and made it a double by also taking home the TC Modified class. Second in the championship was Saskatchewan’s Ryan Rice (Xray), and in third was privateer, WCICS President, Josh Carter. Full results can be found here.

Source: WCICS [wcics.ca]

June 1, 2014

Reedy all-in-one balance charge leads

Team Associated introduce three new Reedy all-in-one balance charge leads for LiPo battery packs. First up are two 1S-2S leads usable for standard and saddle packs. They are available with 4mm or 5mm battery connectors and come with a saddle pack clip for the jumper wire. Each harness includes a port for the balance connector to be inserted when charging 1S batteries. This 1S connection provides more accurate voltage readings, which results in a better quality charge but the feature is not compatible with all chargers. For those who are using Reedy’s unique 4S battery, a separate charge harness has been created specifically for it as it feature three 2mm bullet-type connectors for the balance duties. All three harnesses come with 12-gauge wires, 4mm charger inputs, and an XH balance plug. A length of 55cm provides pit area flexibility and enough slack to charge conveniently inside LiPo safety bags.

Click here to view the other new charge leads

June 1, 2014

Anthony Abisset wins European 1/8th ‘B’ title

Anthony Abisset wins European 1/8th 'B' title

The EC-B this year for 1/8th took place at the well-known Lamberto Collaro Raceway in Bologna with 71 Drivers making the trip to this event. The practice days in the beginning of the week were interrupted by showers and also for the Qualifying days some rain was expected. At the end they were lucky and it was possible to run 5 dry Qualifiers and all the finals on Saturday.

Continue reading the report here

May 30, 2014

Duratrax Li-24 AC balancing charger

Duratrax introduce the Li-24 AC balancing charger for 2S to 4S LiXX battery packs. Usable with both LiPo and LiFe cells, the charger offers selectable a charge current of 1A to 3A, it features a built-in balancer and gold-plated connectors. Included is also a Traxxas plug equipped adapter wire.

Click here to view the features

May 30, 2014

EZPower Mr. Kong II 1/8th brushless speed controller

Italian company EZPower introduce their new brushless speed controller called Mr. Kong II. The sensorless ESC has a 150A rating and is 2S to 6S LiPo compatible, making it ideal for 1/8th on-road, off-road and monster truck models alike. The controller comes pre-wired with Traxxas high-current connectors and features adjustable drag brakes, throttle/brake curves, motor timing and punch setting as well as reverse motor rotation and thermal protection. All software features can be set using a one-touch button or an optional program card.

Source: EZPower [ezpower.it]

May 30, 2014

International 1/8 Buggy Race – Announcement

The International 1/8 Buggy Race will be held on the 15th of June at the off-road track Zeleni dol in Novo Mesto, Slovenia. The race will be held in 1/8th buggy electric and 1/8th buggy nitro classes and sign up for the event plus additional information can be found here.