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JConcepts introduce new charger bag & backpack

Posted: 15 Jul 2020 11:30 AM PDT

Coming from JConcepts is their new Finish Line charger and scale and street eliminator backpack. Starting with the Finish Line charger bag, it helps clean up an otherwise difficult task in the pit bag. Starting with a semi-rigid liner, the woven technical looking fabric is sewn over to create the rectangle glamourous geometry. Inside, a soft fabric surrounds precious items in a compact setting with four individual dividers capable of holding in several components. Inside, there is the ability to flip and rotate four separate dividers to create alternate spacing or coverings. The lid features two pockets on the inside and one outer pocket to drop in any goodies ranging from instruction manuals to additional charger cables and power cords. The bottom of the item has a canvas type material creating a little more durability during storage and slides in and out of other racing equipment with ease. The bag is constructed with heavy-duty zipper closures and a top handle for easy handling and carrying ability. The item is topped off with embroidered JConcepts Finish Line logo for brand loyalty and authenticity.

As for the backpack, the item was specifically designed to carry a complete scale truck, short course or street eliminator with room to spare. The JConcepts backpack is the perfect way to travel with a vehicle when space is limited or quick access is critical. If you want to pack light for a quick few runs down the street or for a complete day at the track, or on the trail, the backpack is the perfect choice. The new Finish Line design features outer woven fabric giving it a very luxurious look at first glance. Traditional front panel pockets have room for just about anything from spare parts to electrical and tools. The full-length side pockets are purpose built and can hold mounted tires on each side of the bag giving the racer multiple tire options in one contained unit. In addition, the inside of the bag has a composite hard bottom which allows the backpack to support its own weight during storage and packing. A carrying handle on top and conventional back straps with padded area make trips much more comfortable. Take the backpack on an airline flight as a travel carry-on item or in the vehicle as quick to-go item. To add additional flare, the JConcepts Finish Line logo is boastfully embroidered on the front to showcase this exclusive looking design. The JConcepts backpack does it all, quickly and with style.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

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JConcepts Ellipse SCT tyre

Posted: 15 Jul 2020 11:20 AM PDT

JConcepts have introduced the Ellipse SCT tyre for 1/10th scale short course trucks. The Ellipse, named after the centre bar built into the tread, is a compliment to successful tyres such as the Dirt Webs and Space Bars. The “Web” style tire was built to compete on smooth high-grip indoor and outdoor surfaces which require a finely detailed connected bar pattern. The centre section of the tyre is a home run utilizing a diamond “home plate” footprint to provide massive surface area for better footprint and increased longevity. The web of extensions are unique and have a directional touch giving the racer the ultimate tune-ability. The Dirt Web tyre was originally released during the 2013 racing season and debuted in spectacular fashion with a win at the CRCRC Midwest Championships. Since that time, the Dirt Webs have been an industry leader for indoor performance and often chosen as a control tyre for performance, reliability and consistency. During 2016, the Space Bars were introduced to a victory at the 1/10th Off-Road Nationals in the hands of Ryan Maifield in the 4WD modified class. The Ellipse tyres are available in a selection of compounds such as green, aqua and the ROAR National Champion, silver compound. As a rule of thumb, green compound is conditioned to perform outdoors while aqua and silver remain the favourites indoors. Included in each package, the Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts known for their durable nature and gray colour complete the race tuned package.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

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Isaakidis & Maricholas win Greek EP Touring titles

Posted: 15 Jul 2020 07:32 AM PDT

The 2020 Greek Electric Touring Car Championship was held at the Fanatix Racing Track in Athens last weekend, attracting more than 30 drivers to compete in the two Modified and Stock racing classes. In the Touring Modified category it was Vaggelis Papachristos (Xray) who took the pole position after winning twi out of four qualifying rounds in front of Dimitris Mitropoulos (Xray) and Tasos Batas (Xray) who won a single qualifying round each. However in the finals, it was Filippos Isaakidis (Tamiya) who drove superbly and from 6th on the grid he was able to win the first two A-main legs, handing him his fourth Greek National Championship in the Modified category. Christos Vasilopoulos (Xray) who had really good pace throughout the race finished second in front of Dimitris Ioannidis (Xray) who rounded out the podium.

In the Touring Stock category it was Giorgos Maricholas (Awesomatix) who took pole position winning the two last qualifying rounds in front of Giorgos Kalantzakis (Xray) and Giorgos Kazoglou (Xray). In the finals Giorgos Maricholas took advantage of his TQ spot and won the first two legs to grab his first Greek Championship with one leg to spare. Giorgos Kalantzakis finished second showing good consistency on his runs in front of Giorgos Kazoglou.

Source: Kosmos RC News [facebook.com]

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Josh Hollifield wins at July 11th race

Posted: 15 Jul 2020 07:16 AM PDT

The S&B RC Speedway of Piedmont, South Carolina held their July 11th club race last weekend in Pro, Sportsman and Novice 1/8th off-road classes. Pro Nitro Buggy had Luke Deming taking the overall TQ from Josh Hollifield in 2nd. The 20-minute main event then saw Josh swapping places with Luke in the opening stages for several times, however some eight minutes into the race Josh had established himself in the lead and from there he never looked back to take the win two laps in front of Dave Carmendy while Luke Deming came in 3rd overall, some six seconds behind Dave.

Image: Mugen [mugenracing.com]

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Zak Smith TQs & wins at Bedworth Summer Series

Posted: 15 Jul 2020 06:58 AM PDT

The Bedworth Radio Controlled Car Club in Nuneaton, UK held a round of their Summer Series last weekend and it was Schumacher’s Zak Smith with the TQ and win in the Touring Modified class. Awesomatix driver, Chris Grainger came in 2nd overall from Schumacher’s Andy Murray in 3rd. Matt White came in 4th, Dale Burr completed the top 5 result.

Source: Schumacher [racing-cars.com]

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Lutz & Hardison win at USRC Championship Series

Posted: 15 Jul 2020 06:02 AM PDT

Adrenaline RC Racing of Winchester, Virginia hosted the USRC Championship Series last weekend, attracting over 75 entries. In the 1/8th Nitro Buggy class it was Ryan Lutz with the overall TQ and win from 3rd place qualifier, Javon Mallory in 2nd. Alex Larson came in 3rd overall as Daniel Orlando and Adam Harrison rounded out the top 5 result. Over in 1/8th E-Buggy it was Jacob Hardison with the overall TQ and win from Ryan Lutz in 2nd. Brennon Schimmel completed the top 3 in front of Buzzy Wright and Javon Mallory.

Source: USRC [facebook.com]

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RudeBits 4mm & 4.5mm hex double-sided nut tool

Posted: 15 Jul 2020 05:07 AM PDT

RudeBits have introduced their new double-sided nut tool for 4mm and 4.5mm nuts. The lightweight and durable wrench has an adjustable reach, making it ideal to fasten or undo the, often pretty hidden, nuts of shock pistons and the like. The tool has an overall length of 8cm and it is available now.

Source: RudeBits [rudebits.net]

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Polish 1/8th Off-road Nationals Rd1 – Report

Posted: 15 Jul 2020 04:31 AM PDT

The opening round of the Polish 1/8th Off-road Nationals was held in the city of Szczecin recently, attracting over 80 drivers. While Berkan Kilic walked away with the win in the Nitro Buggy class it was Bartosz Zalewski with the win in E-Buggy. Iwo Czarnecki came in 2nd from Donat Bula in 3rd. Wojciech Rzepecki and Pawel Kowalski rounded out the top 5.

Over in Nitro Truggy it was Tomasz Gadnicki with the win from Michal Tronowski in 2nd and Bartosz Pluta in 3rd. Last but not least in the E-Truggy class it was Maciej Bonclawek who would walk away with the silverware from Wojciech Jachowski in 2nd and Pawel Czernecki in 3rd.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

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Radtec Rainbow titanium turnbuckles

Posted: 15 Jul 2020 02:51 AM PDT

Radtec have announced the release of their new Rainbow design high-quality titanium turnbuckles. They are machined from sturdy titanium material for a low weight and exceptional durability and they feature the sought after rainbow or oil-slick finish. The M3 turnbuckles come in sets of two and they are available in lengths of 15mm, 20mm, 25mm, 27mm, 30mm, 35mm, 39mm and 44mm.

Source: Radtec [radtec-rc.com]

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Ultimate EFRA 2141 Black HD pipe set

Posted: 15 Jul 2020 02:37 AM PDT

Ultimate Racing’s EFRA 2141 Black HD off-road exhaust set is a heavy-duty variant of the standard chrome-finish pipe set. The high-quality, super strong exhaust is made of aluminium and features a black surface coating for improved durability and easier cleaning. Due to its high rigidity it also offers better resonance for improved overall performance while the dark surface coating further improves heat dissipation. The pipe also features the Fast-Lock system for an optimised power curve, higher top speeds and better fuel mileage. As for the characteristics, the exhaust and muffler combination promises precise and linear throttle response in the low to mid RPM range with great top end speed. Included comes mounting hardware such as springs and gaskets.

Source: Modelix Racing [modelixracing.com]

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