New for 1:8 truck owners from Pro Line are these new LPR line of Velocity wheels for 17mm hexes. Weighing in at just 55 grams for standard offset and 58 grams for ½” offset, the new LPR wheels are the lightest 3.7” wheels on the market. Special high-strength/light weight nylon are used to get the weight to a minimum while enduring the punishment 1:8 trucks typically see.
Source: Pro Line [prolineracing.com]
Another new body from Pro Line with the release of the Crowd Pleazer for the Team Associated RC8 buggy. Just as you have come to expect with other Crowd Pleazer 2.0 bodies, the RC8 version is no different incorporating ultra-low styling, original bodylines, and functionality to bring you the latest in durability, versatility and high-performance race technology. When you’re looking to replace your body with award winning and national championship performance, check out the all-new Crowd Pleazer 2.0 for the RC8.
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Pro Line have released the the Crowd Pleazer 2.0 body shell for the Kyosho ST-RR. Just as you have come to expect with other Crowd Pleazer 2.0 bodies, the ST-RR version is no different incorporating ultra-low styling, original bodylines, and functionality to bring you the latest in durability, versatility and high-performance race technology.
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More new stuff from Ultimate Racing, who have announced the release of their new set of safety body shell clips. Made of steel with a special design that prevents the clips falling of from the body post they are easy to remove and replace and are sold in a pack of 5.
Source: Ultimate Racing [ultimateracing.es]
More new stuff from LRP, this time its the release of their new new high performance micro motor, the Fusion Modified. This motor is a scaled down (370-size) version of the full-blown LRP Fusion 4.1 Modified motor (540-size) and features all the latest 1/10th-scale Modified motor technology, including high-quality components based on a state-of-the-art design. Full-blown modified teardown, double ball-bearing, rebuildeable design, laydown brushes, adjustable timing, etc., you name it, its got it.
Source: LRP [lrp.cc]
We received this brief report from the recent Region 1 Championships hosted this year by NERCAR, one of the oldest and most revered RC Clubs in the region. The day was one that started with promise for many and the placement of only a few in the main show. After the lengthy day it proved that two racers from the Region would hold the title of Regional Champion, Mr. Alex “Total Control” Frank for the 1/8 scalers and Jamie “Mr. Consistency” Carrado for 1/10th scale.
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LRP have released information about this 2nd generation concept battery conditioner, a microprocessor controlled discharge tray for NiMH/NiCd and LiPo cells. Providing you with the highest battery performance and life span, this discharger is the perfect tool for battery maintenance with its 3.0A discharge rate and secure cut off circuity which completely disconnects the battery once the preset cut off voltage has been reached.
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HPI Racing now offers a prepainted version of the Toureza bodyshell for 200mm touring cars. The bodyshell comes expertly painted, pre-cut and decaled and is ready to mount on your 200mm touring car, a quick and easy way to completely transform the looks of the car.
Source: Mirage Racing [mirageracing.com]
