Avid are proud to announce the release of their 64P aluminium pinions in sizes 51T-54T available individually or in a set, that expand their already popular range. These 64 pitch pinion is made out of 7075-T6 aluminium, hard-anodised to reduce wear and friction, and in a pack of 4 (51, 52, 53 & 54). The details are laser etched onto the pinion for easy notification and it uses the common 1/8″ bore (3.17mm) and includes one set screw.
Source: Avid [avidrc.com]
Team Yokomo would like to welcome Ethan Cheng from Singapore to their factory team. Cheng, who is only 16 years old, will be a part of the Onroad team. The young talent, who recently competed at the ETS Rd4 in Germany, will be piloting the BD10LC and future touring car platforms locally and international races.
Source: Yokomo [teamyokomo.com]
NathoBuilds new fan mount shroud V2 is a perfect way to keep your cars looking trick and temps cool. It’s made from high-quality carbon fibre and 3D PLA+ material and suits most popular 4wd buggies. Designed and manufactured to last, the set includes SS screws with NBR snap lock case and can accommodate 30mm fans.
Dash RC have announced the signing of top Swedish driver Elias Johansson to their factory team from 2022 and beyond. The Swedish offroad national champion and multiple EOS A-finalist will now use the full range of Dash RC electronics, including ESC, motor and accessories from the brand to race and compete for wins.
Source: Dash [dash-rc.com]
Deadfly have released their brand new ‘Fly Juice’ additive. Fly Juice has been tested and developed by some of the UK’s top National drivers and has been specially created for rubber & foam tires plus indoor/outdoor surfaces, guaranteeing longer effect and better performance. It comes in a laser marked handy plastic bottle with integrated sponge applicator and sealing cap. All developed, produced and filled in UK. Fly Juice has 3 offerings in the form of Type A, Type B and Type C, each type can be used along side each other offering a greater control in your tire preparation.
Source: Deadfly [deadflyrc.com]
R1 Wurks have announced their all new Volta line of motors. The Volta motors lines up right next to their proven V21-S with 13.5, 17.5, 21.5 and 25.5 turn options. This motor produces a ton of punch, mid range and top end and its sleek can design is made for maximum cooling characteristics which helps with this motors efficiency during the longer runs. When testing these Volta Motors with team drivers, they were jumping triples that nobody else could consistently with minimal fade during the run. These motors come with the all new Volta long rotor for maximum torque/overall performance out of the box, no need for any upgrades.
Source: R1 Wurks [r1wurks.com]
Rounds 1 and 2 of the BRCA 12th Circuit Section Nationals were held last weekend in Eastbourne. This was the first national competition for the section since before the pandemic so was well anticipated. There has been a change to the format of the series with the LMP12 and GT Circuit sections combining forces and offering a GT12 class and a 13.5 stock LMP12 class. The championship is being held over 6 rounds with 4 counting rounds. The Eastbourne club laid out a large track at their Robertsbridge facility using the excellent carpet used at the 2020 World Championships. On first impressions the track layout looked quite intimidating but was actually a fast and flowing track that would test the skills of all the drivers. There was a capacity entry of 30 GT12 drivers and 56 LMP12 drivers.
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Kyle McBride has announced on social media that he has signed a deal with O.S. engines. The Australian state ‘I am over the moon and proud to announce my official signing with O.S engines for the 2022 season. I want to give a special thank you to the O.S company for taking me in and providing me with their support and confidence for the big year ahead, and into the future. Thank you very much to Mr. Shimazaki for preparing everything and looking after me. I will be running and promoting the all new B2104 engine in all of my 1/8th Nitro vehicles, along with all of the quality products that O.S provides. It’s going to be a great future ladies and gentlemen.’
Source: O.S. Speed [osspeed.com]
