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April 15, 2009

Winning Equation – X Factory X-6 Squared

The ‘Most successful mid-motor 2WD buggy’ has become even better, according to X Factory’s own Chazz Sinclair. Really? We will find out. When US based company X Factory introduced the X-6 three years ago it made a huge impact on the otherwise ‘traditional’ 2WD off-road buggy market. The X-6 utilized an unconventional design by dropping the popular rear motor design for the promising mid-motor layout associated with certain Italian sports cars … Despite that fact that some voices arose that state a real 2WD buggy has to have a rear mounted motor, the success of the X-6, especially in the UK, showed that X Factory made the correct decision. After introducing the upgraded ‘4-Gear’ version of the X-6 last year, X Factory have just released the new X-6 Squared with further improvements to make for a totally ‘dialled’ and near perfect ‘out of the box’ buggy. Well, sort of …

Read the full review here

April 15, 2009

Daniele Ielasi confirmed for BUMOD GP

The organisers of the Bumod Turkish Grand Prix, which takes place in Bursa, Turkey from the 4th to the 7th of June have been in touch once more to tell us that they have confirmed entry from current 1/10th scale 200mm World Champion Daniele Ielasi. The former European 1/8th scale Champion will be running his IDM powered Shepherd Velox V8 in the event, alongside other well known gas racers such as Michael Salven, Jilles Groskamp, Robert Pietsch, DJ Apolaro, Patrick Schaefer and Dirk Wischnewski, with more driver announcements to come in the lead up to the race. Entry is now open for this event and you are guaranteed a warm reception from the Turkish hosts, who will also arrange transport and help find the best accommodation. Red RC will also be present throughout the event bringing live reports each day on our Events page.

For more information about the event visit the official site here.

April 15, 2009

Adrien Bertin wins French 8th Nats Rd2

The 2nd round of the French 1/8th scale Nationals was held last weekend in Concarneau in the very north west tip of the country. Great weather on all days of the race greeted the 43 drivers and following qualifying it was round 1 winner Adrien Bertin that took the top qualifier spot in the Elite class ahead of Stéphane Bouche in 2nd and Stéphane Riccobono 3rd, while in the National class it was Gérald Colinet who was quickest ahead of Arnaud Mathieu. Following the semi finals, the Elite final saw an early battle between Team Orion engine man Bertin and Bouche, with the latter having the initial advantage until refueling strategies came into play and Adrien could retake the lead to eventually go on to win for Kyosho by a lap from Shepherd driver Bouche in 2nd and Serpent man Antony Abisset in 3rd, 3 laps further back. In the National class the order started as Mathieu, Colinet, Bertherlot and Gaschet and would remain that way until the 19th minute when Mathieu had an engine problem and had to retire. The order stayed steady until the final laps as a close battle begun between Colinet and Bertherlot, with the pole man coming out on top to win for Serpent from Mugen driver Bertherlot in 2nd and Velox racer Gaschet in 3rd.

Click here to see the final results

April 15, 2009

CS Factory Pro 4000mAh LiPo saddle pack

CS Electronic have released their Factory Professional 4000mAh LiPo saddle pack. Using high quality cells, this pack has a discharge rate of 35C, giving plenty of run time and power for all applications. Mounted in hard cases with 4mm gold connectors, these Korean produced cells correspond to EFRA regulations and are supplied with cables with 4mm connectors pre mounted as well as balance connector with 2mm gold contact.

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April 15, 2009

Team Titan 24mm TC wheels

Team Titan have released a new 24mm wheel for rubber spec touring cars. Specially designed for use with Sorex and Powers rubber tire, the wheel is very precisely made, perfectly round and only 9 grams each. They come in 2 different plastic hardnesses, hard and soft, to adjust grip for different track conditions, and are sold in sets of 4.

Source: Team Titan [team-titan.com.tw]

April 15, 2009

KM Racing Gas Foam tires

KM Racing have released their own line of racing foam tires for both 1/8th scale and 1/10th scale 200mm. Coming pre mounted on durable white rims, the 1/8th scale wheels use a 6 spoke design similar to the Kyosho wheels, while the 1/10th rims use a 12 spoke lightweight design. Made using high quality Italian foam, they are available in the usual range of shores.

Click here to see the other tires

April 15, 2009

Zeppin Racing 8ight chassis protectors

Hong Kong based Zeppin Racing have released new rear end chassis protectors for the Losi 8ight buggy and truggy, similar to those made by DE Racing. Low profile, they are made from a soft but tough plastic, they protect the rear of the chassis plate and are mounted using the cars 4 rear block screws. Weighing only 5 grams each, they are sold in packs of 2.

Click here to see the plate mounted

April 14, 2009

Yeah Racing Radio-K Carrying Case

Yeah Racing have released their Radio-K aluminium transmitter carrying case. Designed to fit the Futaba 4PK or Spektrum DX3R & DX3S, it can protect your transmitter from damage and contains custom-fit foam padded interior. The custom-fit foam is pre-cut to fit your radio in a perfect position and provides plenty of room for other RC accessories storage as well. A stylish, lightweight and safe way to carry your radio equipment to the track.

Click here for a photo of the padded interior