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September 27, 2007

Trinity Duo brushless motor heatsinks

Trinity have released these new hard anodized aluminum heatsink for the most popular brushless motors. Installed in minutes the heatsink replaces the can center for more cooling surface and better heat transfer which improves performance by reducing motor heat. This system, which is more efficient than clip on heatsinks, wont fall off in the event of a crash and is available in 2 sizes, one ROAR/IFMAR size (right) for on road and off-road racing and one Monster truck size (left) which offers higher cooling for monster trucks and any non-sanctioned racing both on and off-road.

Source: RCCA [rccaraction.com]

September 27, 2007

Bart Wubben is Dutch National Champion

Xray have a report on their site from the 5th and 6th rounds of the Dutch 1/10th scale EP nationals that saw their driver Bart Wubben claim the National title. The 5th round of the Championship was run at the HFCC track and saw Wubben claim the top qualifier position ahead of Arjen Potharst and in both finals the Xray driver took the win giving him the overall round win in front of Potharst and Rob Janssen. This result was good enough to secure the title with 1 round left to be run. The 6th and final round was run on the AMCA track in Apeldoorn and in the absence of the new Champion, Wubben, the battle would be played out for the runner up spots in the Championship. The race was won by Hugo van den Berg ahead of Stefan Jansen in 2nd and Ron Janssen in 3rd, this result secured the runner spot for van den Berg.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

September 27, 2007

Per Ola Hard wins Swedish Nationals

Serpent are reporting that their team driver Per Ola Hard has won the 2007 Swedish 1:10 200mm National Champion securing the title in the best way possible over the weekend with victory in the final round. Racing at the fast Staffanstorp track in the south of the country, Hard’s Serpent 720 was working brilliantly allowing him to TQ for the all important grand finale. In the final he was able to carry forward that pace, winning the race and with it becoming the 2007 Champion, Kyosho racer Klas Runesson was 2nd with Xray driver Niklas Hakansson in 3rd.

Source: Serpent [serpent.com]

September 27, 2007

2008 Neo Race – Entry Open

Announcement - 2008 Neo Race

Just to remind everyone that entries are open for next years Neo08 race, so if you want to race at this great indoor race, be sure to get your entry in very soon as spaces are filling quickly. To enter you must register here first and then place your entry for the event. There are currently 129 entries with some very quick drivers signed up, so be quick to avoid disappointment.

Source: Neo08 [neo08.net]

September 27, 2007

Spintec ICC or Radio Carrying Case

Spintec ICC or Transmitter Carrying Case

Dutch company Spintec have released this simple carrying case which has been specifically designed to safely store the company’s ICC charger. Featuring a padded construction, the case helps protect against as all kinds of abuse when travelling to races and for ease of transport it comes complete with a handy belt for carrying it on your shoulder. The case is also the perfect size to carry your transmitter and other items to races.

Source: Spintec [spintec.nl]

September 27, 2007

Lopez & Wheeler win Futaba Nitro Challenge

Lopez wins Futaba Nitro Challenge

Last weekend saw the 2007 Futaba Nitro Challenge race run on the HX Raceway in Bossier City, Louisiana. In the 1/8 Pro Buggy A-Main it was an exciting finish between the top 2 driver with Ryan Lopez taking the win with his Xray XB8 EC, while Jason Branham took a close 2nd place, also with the Xray XB8 EC. Both drivers cars were equipped with Advantage Racing Products Ceramic Ball Bearings while Branham also used the company’s High-Temp Brakes. The final step on the podium went to another Xray, that of Josh Wheeler, the Werks sponsored driver had earlier won the truggy class with his Xray XT8.

Source: Advantage RP [advantageracingproducts.com]

September 27, 2007

Team Orion performance AA & AAA cells

More batteries from Team Orion with the announcement that they will soon release all new AA and AAA NiMH batteries aimed at enhancing the performance of your Mini-Z or 1:18 vehicles. Packing a whopping 1.25Volts per cell, these AA and AAA’s provide voltage previously only found on high end precision electronic cells. For the 1:18 scales Team Orion are introducing a new 2700 AA cell, increasing the capacity as well as the performance, while for the Mini-Z market they will offer two levels of AAA’s. First for the racer there is the 900HV (High Voltage) for outright performance while for the Hobbyist, where often run time is key, they are releasing the larger capacity 1100RT (Run Time).

Source: Team Orion [teamorion.com]

September 27, 2007

Team Orion Super Duty packs

Team Orion have introduced its new line of Super Duty Packs which use Team Orion’s own cells that have been tested to handle over 150A, providing previously unheard of performance from a stick pack. Available in 2400, 33000 and 3300 sizes these 6 cell 7.2V stick packs come supplied with Tamiya style connectors and offer the best plug and play performance for any vehicle from your RTR basher to high end touring cars. Super Duty packs also make an amazing solution for starter boxes and other duel stick pack applications.

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