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May 7, 2009

Team Orion Supercharge 1600 packs

Team Orion’s all new Supercharge 1600 battery powers your 1/16 E-Revo VXL and 1/16 Slash VXL models using the latest 1600mAh super high power NiMh cells. The result is more run time and incredible power. The Supercharge stick pack features ultra flexible 16 gauge silicone wires to ensure zero loss and optimal power transfer. It comes standard with a TRX Traxxas high current connector to perfectly fit your car and with the Traxxas Series Connector and two Supercharge batteries you can double the voltage to 14.4V.

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]

May 7, 2009

Kyosho Inferno MP-7.5 Sports 4 Readyset

Kyosho have announced the August release of the new Inferno MP-7.5 Sports 4 Readyset. The package includes R/C system with linkages pre-set and all main parts pre-assembled so its fast out of the box as well as on the track. Simply attach the air cleaner and antenna, add fuel and set the batteries to complete. The Inferno’s blood runs thick in the Sports 4 so you can’t go wrong for your first GP buggy. Turnbuckle tierods and upper suspension arms allow wide scope for setting adjustment. Equipped with high-torque servos and universal joints on front axles to handle whatever punishment you can dish out.

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May 7, 2009

Novarossi 9901 Super Strong Tuned pipe

A lot of buggy racers like to use the Novarossi EFRA 9901 tuned pipe due to his good mileage and power, but with the rough nature of this class it can be difficult for any tuned pipe to stay free from damage. A damaged tuned pipe will hurt your performance and can be costly to repair to replace, so today the Italian company have finished work on a new EFRA 9901 Super Strong tuned pipe, which requires some serious effort to damage it. A very positive side effect from making this pipe is that it vibrates at a different frequency, thus making less noise then the normal 9901. Fully compliant with the latest EFRA regulations for competition use its available trough the usual distribution channels.

Source: Novarossi [novarossi.com]

May 7, 2009

LRP Micro Madness Report

Last weekend saw the inaugural running of ‘LRP Micro Madness’. This new event on the micro off road calendar took place at the popular High Wycombe club, which features a permanent track and pitting area inside a converted warehouse unit in Buckinghamshire, UK. The event was sponsored by SMD and LRP and attracted a healthy entry of 46 drivers. Most of the UK’s top micro off road drivers were in attendance including the top 3 drivers from the 2008/9 BRCA nationals.

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May 7, 2009

JConcepts Truth SC10 body shell

The new JConcepts Truth is specifically designed for the hottest racing short course truck in R/C, the Associated SC10. Performing well while looking good is a priority at JConcepts and the Truth represents the latest in trends by offering a completely redesigned off-road truck body. The cab, bed and fenders are all areas of focus on this body and without disappointment the new SC10 body slides into the front of the pack. In addition, one of the highlights of the styling cues includes extra fender clearance to minimize troublesome tire rubbing issues. Made of clear durable lightweight polycarbonate with a protective film, its supplied with window masks and a detailed decal sheet.

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May 6, 2009

Adam Drake drops in on Novarossi

Novarossi were in touch to tell us that yesterday they had a visit from one of USA’s finest off-road drivers, Adam Drake, who dropped by after the Astra Nitro Cross race. During his stay at the Novarossi World S.r.l. headquarters, The Drake discussed many subjects with the Rossi/Barchi family and also received a private tour around the factory by its founder, Cesare Rossi. Afterwards Adam was visibly impressed by the effort and time that goes into making high end competition engines.

Source: Novarossi [novarossi.com]

May 6, 2009

Adrien Bertin makes it 3 from 3 in France

The 3rd round of the French 1/8th scale National Championship took place in Evry at the MRTE track near Paris. Nice weather greeted the 62 drivers in attendance and following qualifying it was winner of the first 2 rounds, Adrien Bertin who tool pole in the Elite class ahead of Stéphane Bouche in 2nd, while in the National class Gérald Colinet was the man to beat in front of Jérémy Becht. In the 45 minute Elite final the front pair took off ahead of the rest of the field, but a mistake in the chicane by Bouche saw him crash shifting the engine and in doing so damaging the gears, he would rejoin but way down the order. Meanwhile Adrien stormed ahead at the front to take his 3rd win in a row, 2 laps ahead of Romain Picard in 2nd and Stéphane Riccobono in 3rd. In the National class Damien Thirion got through to the front and was never challenged, winning by a lap from Serpent team mate Gérald Colinet in 2nd, with Jèrome Berthelot taking 3rd, 2 laps back.

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May 6, 2009

Caster Racing Motor pinion range

Caster Racing have released a new range of pinion gears for use with EP powered Fusion, or any electric 1/8th scale buggy. Made from S4 Material, which is extremely durable and long lasting, the precision machining of the parts ensures great balance at high RPMs. Available in 9T, 10T, 11T and 12T versions, it will fit most any motor with a 5mm shaft.

Source: Caster Racing [casterracing.com]