Factory Team C hub tower
New from Factory Team is this optional C tower in 2.5mm carbon fibre to be used with the aluminium rear hubs. Used by Ryan Cavalieri and Ryan Maifield at the 2011 Reedy Race of Champions on the B4.1 buggy, it lowers the outer link positions for lower roll center providing more rear end stability. Suitable for the B4, B4.1, B44, T4, T4.1, SC10.
Source: Associated [rc10.com]
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Losi 1/10 XXX-SCB short course buggy
New from Losi, the XXX-SCB is a realistic-looking off-road buggy that not only looks the part, but performs too. The XXX-SCB is based off the reputable XXX-platform, so you know right away you’re getting a star performer. This buggy also comes ready-to-run with detailed components from bumper to bumper, including a drivers figure and roll-cage, window nets, nerf bars, a Losi radio system with Spektrum 2.4GHz DSM technology, a 2S LiPo-compatible ESC, aluminium oil-filled shocks and much more. Available in Rocktar, ReadyLift and Stronghold versions.
View the full features list here
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Durango DESC410R full sized optional rear bumper
Listening to demand from some DESC410R racers for a full-sized optional rear bumper, Durango have put this piece into production. When designing the DESC410R they decided to go with a minimal rear bumper to save weight and keep with the racing ethos that Team Durango are famous for. With this optional rear bumper they’ve tried to keep the weight penalty to a minimum whilst providing the protection & looks that some users are demanding. The lower rear rail on the bumper has mounting points for 3rd party mud flaps if you choose to fit some, and this rail is removable to reduce weight if you just want the single rail out back. The bumper weighs 41g or 49g for the full-fat bumper with lower rail attached.
Source: Durango [team-durango.com]
Thursday, March 10, 2011
JR Mitch takes Mod SC at 2011 Bigfoot Extravaganza
JR Mitch, fresh off his success at round 2 of the Super Cup series, took his talent to Dallas, TX to compete in the 2011 Bigfoot Extravaganza. Located at the famous Mikes Hobby Shop, the Bigfoot race attracts racers from all around and with over 200 entries the race is a continued success. JConcepts Team Associated driver JR Mitch was the driver to beat all weekend in the Modified Short Course class by first taking the overall TQ over Quincy Hughes and Gary “Bigfoot” O’Brien. JR continued his roll into the mains where he used the TQ position to get a clean start and pull away from the competition earning wins in A-1 and A-2 to pad his lengthy resume. JR used the popular JConcepts Raptor body, Double Dees and Bar Codes tires and Rulux wheels all weekend long.
Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
HPI Blitz aluminium rear hub carrier set
New from HPI, this aluminium rear hub carrier set replaces the stock nylon rear hub carriers on HPI Blitz, Firestorm and E-Firestorm trucks. They are heavy-duty parts that provide the extra strength needed for high performance driving. 0.5 degrees of toe-in is machined into the hubs so you can tune your rear toe angle to 2.5, 3.5 and 4.5 degrees to help dial in the suspension feel to track conditions. These rear hub carriers are machined from billet aluminium to exact HPI factory dimensions for a perfect fit, anodized and laser etched for easy identification. Each set includes left and right hubs, high efficiency ball bearings, bearing crush washers, pivot balls and washers for suspension geometry adjustment.
Source: HPI [hpieurope.com]
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Pro-Line Suburbs SC tires updated
Pro-Line has released a sneak peek at their new Suburbs SC tires that have received an update over the originals. The new tires will feature a wider carcass for improved contact patch and a deeper tread for longer life. Grooved and softened inserts are included for better compliance and additional sidewall ribbing gives extra stability. More information and images as we get them.
Source: Pro-Line [prolineracing.com]
Monday, March 7, 2011
AKA R-Line SC tires with red insert
AKA have announced the update of all their current 1:10 SC tire and insert combos with their new red insert. The fluted I.D. of the soft red insert allows it to absorb the heavy hits while still having enough internal structure to retain it’s shape and stiffness in the turns to keep corner speeds up. The result is more consistent handling on a wider variety of surfaces with less compromise. R-Line tire and insert combos will be replacing their current tire and insert combo tires and they will be discontinuing the older numbers as supplies run out.
Source: AKA [raceaka.com]
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Robitronic Smasher Short Course truck
The Smasher marks Robitronic’s foray into the short-course arena. Straightforward, bold faced and with loads of top-features to boot, the Smasher really appeals to newcomers and rc-enthusiasts eager to experience real racing atmosphere!. Designed as a 2wd short course truck, the Smasher builds upon the typical chassis optimized for extra ground clearance, supported by extra long a-arms and oil-filled shocks to stomach any terrain, you might want to race the Smasher on.
View more details and images here
Friday, March 4, 2011