CML have announced that they are now selling starter box skins from Upgrade RC for their Fastrax King starter box. Simply apply the super tough vinyl decals and create a unique look for your starter box and be the envy of the other racers in the pits. Available in 5 different styles.
Source: CML [cmldistribution.co.uk]
Xray are reporting on last weekends 2007 ROAR Nitro Nationals that was held at the Gulf Coast Raceway in Porter, Texas. Qualifying saw the pole position go to Xray racer Paul LeMieux, the only driver to get a 20 lap run, with Kyosho racers Chris Tosolini in 2nd and Scott Kimbrow in 3rd. With the top 7 drivers qualifying directly for the final, the other racers had to go through the semi to take their place in the main final. At the start of the final, it was Paul that got the best start but a mistake dropped him back and allowed Kimbrow into the lead. After some time, Ralph Burch, Barry Baker and LeMieux could make it passed Kimbrow and at the 15 minute mark they all had a lap on 4th place and at 25 minutes they came in for their tire stop which saw Ralph stall, and lose 7 or 8 laps, LeMieux also have problems. Baker was now leading, and a stop for only 1 tire meant he lost little time and could go after the leaders and with 7 minutes left to race, he caught and passed the leader and took the win, leaving Josh Cyrul in 2nd and Scott Kimbrow in 3rd.
Source: Xray [teamxray.com]
SMD in the UK have added another new starter box to their currently line up, aimed straight at the person who is tired of pulling pull starts, this box has enough power from its 775 motor to get even the most stubborn engine started. It takes a 12v gel cell for the ultimate cranking power and economy and unlike many entry level boxes on the market this is fully enclosed protecting the mechanism and battery from the outside elements.
Source: SMD [s-m-d.co.uk]
RC Car Action have the scoop that Team Trinity have announced the return of on-road pro Paul LeMieux, horsepower guru Jim Dieter, and the legendary Dirtinator, Brian Kinwald. Brian made his name as one of off-road racing’s all-time greatest drivers while Trinity powered, and his return marks a highly anticipated comeback for the superstar. With multiple national wins, a World Championship title and five consecutive “Readers’ Choice Awards” for favorite driver, Brian is the man to watch in off-road for 2008. Team mate Paul LeMieux, considered by many to be the best on-road racer in the world, brings the heat with a long string of victories that includes the Novak Champs, ROAR Nats, Snowbirds, and the International Indoor Champs. Both drivers will benefit from the inestimable skills and experience of veteran motor man Jim Dieter, who has tuned the winning motors of too many drivers to count and helped develop some of Trinity’s most popular powerplants.
Source: RC Car Action [rccaraction.com]
Trinity has made available the same Li-Pro battery pack that powers its new NOW brushless truggy available for use in other electric vehicles like the Associated RC-18T. The Lithium Polymer technology of the Li-Pro battery pack makes for a longer running battery at a lighter weight than possible with Ni-Cd or Ni-MH batteries. The Li-Pro battery pack comes with a Tamiya style power connector and a separate charging plug for use with balance chargers.
Source: Trinity [teamtrinity.com]
The 2007 Spanish Truggy Cup was run last weekend on the fantastic Elda (Alicante) track under glorious sunshine. Felix Zamorano lined up on pole position for the main final and along with Team Losi team mate, current Spanish 4wd & 2wd electric buggy champion, Alberto García they proceeded to dominate the race. At the end the two drivers were only 15 seconds apart with Zamorano taking the win from Garcia in 2nd, with 3rd spot going to Juan Andreu Daras, 1 further lap back.
We received reports from both the 1st and 2nd round of the Danish DRCMU indoor championships held in Tinglev and Fakse. Round 1 was held in Tinglev near the German border and a few German racers were competing at the event. The drivers were greeted with a high speed track with a very good flow, and many drivers liked it a lot.
The third running of the annual Serpent Nations Cup took place over the weekend in beautiful sunshine at the Monsanto track in Lisbon, Portugal, where 16 teams representing seven Nations gathered to race for the pride of their country. Previously an exclusive 1:8 scale event, the 2007 edition saw the introduction of the 1:10 Nations Cup and the first 200mm touring car competition attracted drivers from Ireland, France, Spain, Holland, Sweden and host nations Portugal. After 44 Nations Cup races run over the 2 days the 2007 Serpent Nations Cup had come to a close in the most dramatic way possible. Team Portugal (1) had won Leg 2 by 2 points leaving them equal on 163 points with Leg 1 winners and defending Champions Team Netherlands. Unfortunately for the host nation the tie break would be determined on the number of wins achieved by each team and this meant the Cup was returning to Holland with Team Netherlands drivers Rob Kuyper, Stanley Bauer, John Ermen and Miquel Hereijgers. Third overall went to Team Austria. In 1:10, Team Spain’s quest to secure the first ever Nations Cup title was never seriously threatened and the squad of Oscar Cabezas, Rodrigo Pahissa, Javier Hidalgo, Adrian Ortiz and David Lopez deservedly claimed top honours. Completing the 1:10 podium where Team Portugal (1) and a delighted Team France.
Source: Serpent [serpent.com]
