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December 16, 2009

Dynamite Ready-Start DM Starter box

Dynamite’s new Ready-Start DM Starter box provides an easy and affordable method of starting most popular nitro vehicles. Powered by dual 775 motors its strong enough to start even the most stubborn nitro engines and comes with adjustable chassis brackets and a high-impact rubber starting wheel that offers long life and a high-grip surface. Powered by 2 sub C 6-cell packs or a 12V gel cell it keeps itself cool by utilizing built-in cooling fans that are attached to each motor.

Source: Dynamite [dynamiterc.com]

December 15, 2009

Maifield & Mitch win at JConcepts Clash

The 3rd annual JConcepts Clash kicked off at Lake Park in Lutz, Florida last weekend and JConcepts report that the competition was hot and heavy as drivers from all over came to the hottest off-road event in Florida. The event started off very slowly with consistent rain on Thursday, severely limiting the practice on the quick and technical track layout. As Friday came, the rains and weather disappeared but the conditions were still rather damp and the usually high bite surface was now a slick groove. Friday morning, drivers were eager to practice and attacked the track trying to find the hottest driving lines and setups.

Continue reading the report here

December 15, 2009

Team Magic M8ER RTR Concept car

Taiwanese company Team Magic have released some details on their upcoming M8ER RTR ‘Concept car’. Based on the company’s M8 off road chassis, it will essentially be a brushless powered 1/8th scale buggy and I wouldn’t read anything into the image. Further details as they become available.

Source: Team Magic [teammagic.com.tw]

December 15, 2009

Kyosho V-One RRR Shimo Edition

Shown for the first time during the Tokyo hobby Show a few months ago, Kyosho have released full details on the new V-One RRR Shim Edition. This special version features many not yet released option parts and the whole car is finished off in Shimo’s signature silver color. Heading the list of upgrades is the new smaller diameter clutch unit as well as the new ‘Velvet coated’ V-One shocks for smoother shock action as well as other nice touches like the different belt tensioner, ventilated brake disk, new 3mm carbon shock tower and hard coated pillow balls for better durability.

Check out the full list of new features here

December 15, 2009

HPI Power fuel for RTRs

HPI’s new Power Fuel was developed especially for modern RTR nitro engines, the company choosing to work with the manufacturers of the popular OptiFuel line of fuels, Europe’s most popular brand of helicopter fuel used by serious competitors and uses the same high quality Klotz synthetic oils as OptiFuel Optimix-Race blends. Available in 25%, 20% and 16% it makes starting and tuning nitros engines easy because its specific blend is more tolerant of incorrect settings and of temperature and humidity changes. The consistent burning provides a steady smoke trail allowing car and buggy owners to easily see the effects of engine tuning. Sold in 5L, 2.5L and 1L drums.

Source: HPI [hpieurope.com]

December 15, 2009

Arizona State Championship Series Rd1

Round one of the Arizona State Championship Series took place this last weekend at Arizona’s newest nitro facility. Expert Truggy saw Losi’s Casey Peck taking the TQ and win with Brian Kinwald in the second spot. Losi teammate Trevor Clement fought a great battle and came from a bad start to finish third. In the Expert Buggy class Trevor Clement TQ’d with his 8ight 2.0 buggy, but in the main Casey Peck and Mike Friery took a 1-2 finish. The Intermediate buggy class saw the Nitrotane-powered buggy of Losi driver Autie Bender able to take the main event win by a full lap over the competition, while in Intermediate truggy Danny Travino took down the field by 2 laps to take the top spot on the podium.

Source: Losi [losi.com]

December 15, 2009

Capricorn RC 1450mAh LiFe RX battery

Capricorn RC have released a new LiFe RX battery. This 2 cell 6.6 volt 1450mAh pack comes in a traditional stick configuration and is supplied with a balance connector. Weighing in at only 70 grams, the cables are soft silicone and the pack will fit perfectly into all 1/10th nitro cars, with the exception of the Velox V10.

Source: Capricorn RC [capricornrc.com]

December 15, 2009

Novarossi got your head covered

Keep your head warm at those cold outdoor races with this new winter hat from Novarossi. Available in blue and sporting the familiar Novarossi emblem embroidered on the front, this hat looks good and will help keep your brain warm allowing you to concentrate on the racing at hand.

Source: Racing Experience [racing-experience.eu]