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The Big Chill went down in Chilliwack, BC, Canada in early November and Xray’s Luke Pittman made the trip to represent team Xray and RC America.  The track layout was very fast and flowing and allowed for some excellent racing which was seen in all classes.  The Touring Stock class was sponsored by ORCA who provided their new RT 17.5 for all entrants as a hand-out motor, creating an even playing field among all those who entered.  Motors were randomly picked during registration and racers were free to change timing and gearing as they wanted.  Pittman left the timing at the recommended setting and ran the recommended gearing of 3.72.

During practice Pittman struggled to get his T4 ‘17 up to pace as it had just come off the track in Las Vegas at the IIC, but a quick call to Xray’s Jimmy Maddison to discuss layout, traction and setup options put him in the right direction.

Pittman was then able to set TQ early in Round 1 and then re-set his own TQ in Round 2, but in Round 3 Mike Malkinson laid down a slightly faster time, securing TQ for the day. Pittman made a couple minor setup adjustments during practice that evening though and was confident the car would be ready to take TQ back in the morning during the last chance qualifier.  As it turns out he had a solid run come Sunday morning and was able to re-take TQ by one hundredth of a second.

Starting first on the grid Pittman led the field around the track, eventually pulling away from the pack and finishing the main where he started; in first.

TC Stock Top Ten:
1. Luke Pittman
2. Mike Malkinson
3. Dwayne Flodell
4. Doug Smith
5. Dick Reece
6. Greg Gherasim
7. Gary Lanzer
8. Justin Gilkison
9. Tim Copp
10.Frank Bortalazzo

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

Xray have released a first teaser for their forthcoming X1 2017 Formula kit. No details are available yet but expect photos, information and the successor to the 2015/16 Euro Touring Series winning kit itself to surface shortly.

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

New from Samix for the Axial SCX10 and anodised for durability in three different colours (green, silver, black) are these aluminium front knuckle arms. Helping to increase durability they include a high quality POM bearing adapter and all necessary hardware. Sporting Samix etching and chamfered edges they are also ready to accept the range of Samix brass weights.

Source: Samix [rcsamix.com]

Japanese company Nuclear R/C, the new brand from multiple Worlds Finalist Masao Tanaka, have announced the new line of Ulti 1/12th scale tires. Available in a newly released G compound as well as an updated version of their X compound, they are made from the highest quality foam ensuring high grip in a multitude of different track conditions.

Source: Nuclear [nuclear.ne.jp]

The last race of the 2016 Belgian SCT season was organized at the famous offroad indoor track “Blackcounty Arena”, which hosted an EOS race some years ago. The clay track they had last year is now covered with astroturf providing higher grip but keeping the natural elevations and underneath bumps. The layout has been revised as well and is really fun to drive. The Pro4 title was already decided before this race, but the Pro2 was still open with Nicolas Evens (TLR 22SCT) and Géry Ledocq (Kyosho SC6) tied on points in the series ranking.

In the first 2 rounds of Pro2 qualifications, Géry dominates and takes TQ. The TQ point makes him virtual global ranking leader at that point. Nicolas ends up those rounds in a distant second place. Géry drops out of last qualification round and Tom Piérard (TLR 22SCT) takes advantage of if to get the round, closely followed by Stéphane Vanyper (Associated SC5M) and Laurent Halluin (TeamC TM2SC).

Pro2 A Main grid – Top 3
1. Ledocq Géry – Kyosho SC6
2. Evens Nicolas – TLR 22SCT
3. Pierard Tom – TLR 22SCT

In Pro4, Sam Puttevils (TLR Ten-SCTE) takes the first round ahead of Sam Damman (TLR Ten-SCTE) and Fabio Cumps (TeamC TS4TE). In second round Sam Damman gets his revenge and beats Sam Puttevils and Maarten Vander Mierde (Tekno 410SCT). In final round, Sam Puttevils takes the win to secure TQ with Fabio Cumps and Filip De Keersmaecker (Tekno 410SCT).

Pro4 A Main grid – Top 3
1. Puttevils Sam – TLR Ten-SCTE
2. Damman Sam – TLR Ten-SCTE
3. Cumps Fabio – TeamC TS4TE

At this point, Géry and Nicolas could still both win the title by winning the finals. In first A final, everybody starts clean but Nicolas gets it wrong on first double jump and lands on the curb while Géry pulls away and doesn’t look back. Nicolas pushes hard from last and recovers to second at the end, with Tom Piérard completing the top 3. In second round, the two pull away from the field. Mid-race Géry has a couple of bubbles allowing Nicolas to pass and take the win. Laurent Halluin, Tom Piérard and Stéphane Vanyper have a close battle, ending in that order. So the title is to be decided in the last round of the last race! Last round starts like the second, both drivers being close until Nicolas makes a mistake on lap 3 giving breathing space to Géry. Pushing very hard Nicolas closes to Géry and they enter the last lap pretty close. On the last jump section, Géry drives too safe and gets it wrong. Nicolas takes the lead with 2 turns to go and keeps it, taking the race win, and the title. What a suspense! Laurent Halluin follows in third.

Pro2 A Main – Top 3
1. Evens Nicolas – TLR 22SCT
2. Ledocq Géry – Kyosho SC6
3. Halluin Laurent – TeamC TM2SC

In Pro4 A finals, Sam Puttevils sweeps all rounds. In A1, Filip De Keersmaecker and Sam Damman battle and finish in that order. In A2, Sam Damman is a clearer second with Maarten Vander Mierde in third. In A3, Fabio Cumps comes into the game and takes a great second place after battling with Sam Damman.

Pro4 A Main – Top 3
1. Puttevils Sam – TLR Ten-SCTE
2. Damman Sam – TLR Ten-SCTE
3. Cumps Fabio – TeamC TS4TE

Here are the final rankings:

Pro2 Rankings – Top 5
1. Evens Nicolas – 598pts
2. Ledocq Géry – 598pts
3. Halluin Laurent – 587pts
4. Pierard Tom – 576pts
5. Laffut Guillaume – 552pts

Pro4 Rankings – Top 5
1. Evens Nicolas – 603pts
2. Puttevils Sam – 597pts
3. Damman Sam – 586pts
4. De Keersmaecker Philip – 581pts
5. Cumps Fabio – 571pts

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Hard Racing have introduced the updated version of the popular Magellan transport bag, now available with a durable internal plastic box instead of the cardboard version used previously. This bag has been designed for transporting 1/8th offroad buggies, but also works well with many other types of car. The case itself is light, durable and weatherproofed to keep your items stored safely in harsh track environments or wet conditions, while the base has been reinforced to add strength, improving the bag’s ability to carry heavy items.

Source: HRC [hrcdistribution.com]

Korea based Sweep Racing have made the announcement that they have signed up Chinese American driver JJ Wang to use their on-road products and cooperate to develop tires, testing and promote the brand as well. The current US National Champion in nitro onroad, where he drives for Mugen, in electric he runs Xray and with his recent move to California we can expect to see him run more races in the US as part of this development work. JJ had this to say:

I want to thank Steve Kong and Sweep Racing for this opportunity. Now that I am based in the US where Sweep is a well-known brand, I hope to contribute to Sweep’s on road racing product development.

Source: Sweep [sweepracing.com]

Reedy’s new high voltage Shorty Zappers are here. Perfect for use in modified classes, a 7.6 nominal voltage means that with a suitable charger, the battery can be safely charged to 8.7V (4.35V/cell) and its no secret that more voltage equals more power, so there is no easier way to achieve a performance advantage than a higher charge voltage. A 70C rating reduces initial punch for modified class racers while still producing a flatter discharge curve to close the power gap between the beginning and end of a race. Available in 5400mAh and 5800mAh versions, a high quality, durable hard case helps prevent damage while heavy-duty 5mm socket connectors keeps power-robbing resistance to a minimum. A charge lead and 5mm ESC connectors are included.

Source: Team Associated [teamassociated.com]