Red RC

July 23, 2009

Spataro tops 3rd practice in Italy

He was tipped as one to watch when we arrived in Gubbio and so far Biagio Spataro is living up to the hype by setting some super fast times topping the third round of controlled practice with a 15.956. The 15-year-old was helped by running very soft 35 shore tyres which he said made his Xray very fast but he admitted tyre wear was high. Very happy with the consistency of the JP powered NT1 he plans to run the same set-up again in the fourth of today’s five controlled practice sessions.

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July 23, 2009

Sweep Racing Tire Formula X1

Sweep Racing have developed this new Tire Formula X1, which is a tire cleaner for on road rubber tires. Sold in this 40ml bottle, this low odour substance can also be used as a traction compound for high bite indoor asphalt tracks.

Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]

July 23, 2009

CS Magnetic Delta brushless motors

CS Electronic have released their new CS Magnetic Delta brushless motors which they claim to be more efficient and just as reliable. This new extra thick Delta winding makes for better driveability and more top speed and the 12.5mm sintered rotor has optimised cooling for lower running temperatures. Available in 6T, 7T and 8T.

Source: CS Electronic [cs-shop.de]

July 22, 2009

Newcomers impress themselves in Gubbio

Drivers are continuing to clock up the laps here in Gubbio and walking through the pits this evening one can see a lot more happy faces. One guy with a big smile on his face is World Champion Daniele Ielasi who is carrying all the hopes of 1:10 newcomer Shepherd on his shoulders. Running the sole Velox V10, the Italian said coming to the event he had set himself the goal of making the main final which would be like a victory for the car but the performance of the chassis in free practice is giving him the feeling they can aim higher. Running the same pace as the race favourites, Ielasi said the base set-up of the car is very good and this has allowed them to concentrate on trying lots of different things to see how the car reacts including large tyres.

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July 22, 2009

Drivers settle in at Gubbio

Its another extremely hot day here in Italy as free practice for the 2009 EFRA 1:10 200mm European Championships continues at the beautiful Gubbio track. Drivers will get another six 10 minute sessions today but with no official timing we will have to wait till tomorrow’s controlled practice before we can get a clearer picture of who is doing what but many of the leading drivers say its going to be a very close competition.

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July 22, 2009

Team Titan Blitz semi painted Altis 2.3

Team Titan have released semi painted versions of their Blitz Altis 2.3 200mm touring car body shell. Available in 2 versions, flourescent red, black, silver & smoke and in flourescent yellow, green, silver & smoke, the rear of the body has been left clear to allow you to add your own colour. Using this very popular shell just got a whole lot easier.

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July 22, 2009

Racers Edge Mini Edition 1800mAh LiPo pack

Racers Edge have released their new Mini Edition 1800mAh LiPo battery which features 3.5mm bullet ports, and comes with a true Traxxas HC connector wire set, complete with Align style balance plug. Packing 30C for maximum punch, and a hardcase for the ultimate in battery protection, this pack is a direct fit in the new Traxxas 1/16th scale E-Revo and Slash trucks as well as any other mini with similar dimensions.

Source: Racers Edge [racers-edge.com]

July 22, 2009

Serpent 966 Central chassis stiffener

Serpent have released this central stiffener for the rear of their 966 1/8th scale chassis. It connects the rear axle brackets with the 2-speed supports to reduce rear end flex when needed. Precision made from high grade aluminium, the part is supplied with 2 spring steel screws and will be available from August.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]