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Kaja Novotny sweeps Czech 1/10 Off-road Nationals Rd1

Posted: 14 Mar 2017 11:14 AM PDT

The opening round of the Czech Electric Off-road National Championship was held in Olomouc over the weekend. Kaja Novotny would sweep the qualifiers in the 2WD Buggy, 4WD Buggy and 2WD Truck classes to take the pole positions in all three categories. In the 2WD mains Kaja continued to dominate, taking wins in all three A-mains to grab the overall from Milan Mudra in second and Marek Schiller third.

2WD Buggy final results:
1. Kaja Novotny – Xray
2. Milan Mudra – Xray
3. Marek Schiller – PR
4. Ondrej Kulhanek – Xray
5. Zdenek Miksovsky – Xray
6. Pavel Dostal – Xray
7. Martin Rytir – Xray
8. Roman Pudich – Xray
9. Roman Bilek – Xray
10.Jindrich Jirak – Xray

The 4WD mains were pretty much a blueprint of the 2WD class as Kaja checked out early in every leg to take dominant wins in the three A-mains. Just as in 2WD Milan Mudra and Marek Schiller completed the podium result in second and third respectively.

4WD Buggy final results:
1. Kaja Novotny – Xray
2. Milan Mudra – Xray
3. Marek Schiller – PR
4. Roman Pudich – Xray
5. Zdenek Miksovsky – Xray
6. Martin Rytir – Xray
7. Marek Ornst – Xray
8. Jindrich Jirak – Xray
9. Pavel Dostal – Serpent
10.Ondrej Kulhanek – Xray

In the Truck finals Kaja made some unusual mistakes but still scored wins in all three legs to grab his third overall victory of the weekend. Marcel Dostal and Roman Bilek would sideline Kaja on the podium.

Truck top 5 results:
1. Kaja Novotny – Xray
2. Marcel Dostal – Xray
3. Roman Bilek – Xray
4. Adam Skopalik – Xray
5. Jirka Rybak – Xray

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

JConcepts S2 B64-series buggy body shell

Posted: 14 Mar 2017 09:20 AM PDT

JConcepts have introduced the S2 body shell for the Team Associated B64 series of 1/10th 4WD off-road buggies. Sporting the distinctive Silencer 2 design with slammed overall height and a progressive cab design the body is meant to deliver good balance and steering. A channeled roof directs the flow through the center of the body while also increasing the rigidity of the cockpit. The dual side-window design that has become famous on the JC bodies remains to bring a traditional feel to the layout. The upper side-pods feature distinct vents used to help relieve hot air build-up inside the body for those high-powered runs or hot days at the track. Carved and detailed side-pods edge the body, giving the highly aero unit a stylish look with a tight fit and finish. The body fits both the B64 and B64D and it comes clear, including window masks, decal sheet and two Aero rear wings.

Source: JConcepts [jconcepts.net]

Xray junior hooded sweater

Posted: 14 Mar 2017 06:20 AM PDT

Coming from Xray a hooded sweater in junior sizes. Made from 100 percent cotton material the dark blue sweater is comfortable to wear and it sports white and blue Xray graphics all round. The hoodie is available in junior sizes of S to XXL.

Source: Xray [teamxray]

Elangears Elan AI 100W multi-chemistry DC charger

Posted: 14 Mar 2017 06:12 AM PDT

Elangears have introduced their new Elan AI 100W multi-chemistry DC compact charger. Housed in an all-metal case and featuring a blue back-lit display and single knob operation, the device is good for charge rates of up to 10A with up to 6S Lithium batteries. The charger features the AI Charge battery management that ensures short charge times without stressing the battery for increased battery life while a 1-click start function makes using the charger easy and convenient while also ensuring LiXX packs are charged using suitable parameters in terms of charge current and charge end voltage. A dedicated LiHV mode makes the charger, that will become available shortly, future-ready for the new generation of high-voltage LiPo batteries.

Specifications:
– Voltage input: 11-16VDC
– Output port: single
– Charge current: 0.1-10.0A (max. 100W)
– Discharge current: 0.1-1.0A (max. 5W)
– Battery types: 1-6S LiXX/LiHV, 1-14 cell NiXX
– Display: 2 lines, 16 characters, backlit
– Dimensions: 146x80x28mm
– Weight: 240g
– Features: SMT Smart Charging for LiXX packs, Auto Balance System

Source: Elangears [elangears.com]

Havranek, Kunak & Hoch win at HIT 130 finale

Posted: 14 Mar 2017 05:26 AM PDT

The Czech-based HIT 130 electric on-road series is in its final stages of the 2016/17 season with the recent round attracting a good amount of national and even international drivers. The event was an unofficial warm-up for the forthcoming Czech National Championship and so head track designer, Martin Babovsky created a pretty challenging layout that separated the boys from the men. In Touring Stock young Oliver Havranek took the TQ and he also came out on top of the field after the A-mains to grab the day’s win from a chasing Ludvik Kurecka on the runner-up spot. Behind the two Karel Kratochvil secured himself the final podium spot from son Martin.

Touring Stock final results:
1. Oliver Havranek
2. Ludvik Kurecka
3. Karel Kratochvil
4. Martin Kratochvil
5. Tono Sloboda
6. Marketa Vitamvasova
7. David Mestan
8. Simon Horak
9. Matej Babovsky
10.Jakub Dalecky

Racing in the Touring Modified class was pretty intense with especially the A-main being a very entertaining affair. Zdenko Kunak would take the TQ although this event marked the first outing with a new car but he was still quick enough to leave Sweden’s Magnus Vässmar behind while Oliver Havranek would obtain the P3 spot on the grid. In the finals Zdenko was under pressure of Magnus but the two would bring home their respective qualifying positions while behind them Oliver Havranek and Kuba Simurda battled for the remaining podium spot. Ultimately Oliver would prevail, bringing home the third place from Kuba.

Touring Modified final results:
1. Zdenko Kunak
2. Magnus Vässmar
3. Oliver Havranek
4. Kuba Simurda
5. Matej Sulc
6. Ladislav Lebanek
7. Ludvik Kurecka
8. Michal Vitamvas
9. Radek Voda
10.Martin Babovsky st.

In the Formula class Lukas Hoch’s domination continued even at the last round of the series. Separation between the first and second place driver was huge but at least there was a nice fight for the second spot between Petr Novotny and Simon Horak. At the end Simon could enjoy the runner-up spot, leaving Peter behind in third.

Formula final results:
1. Lukas Hoch
2. Simon Horak
3. Petr Novotny
4. Svetlin Douhlevski
5. Martin Janicek
6. Ales Horak
7. Dusan Bayer
8. Ladislav Holasek
9. Jakub Vicha
10.Leos Bulva

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

Basile Concialdi wins at French 200mm Nationals Rd1

Posted: 14 Mar 2017 04:43 AM PDT

Evry in the South of Paris played host to the opening round of the French 200mm National Championship this past weekend. Known for its fast layout and very high traction the track made for exciting races in the fast Elite category that saw a close race with six drivers being able to post lap times in the low 16-second range. Shepherd’s Basile Concialdi started the main final from pole and after 45 minutes of racing without any mistakes or traction rolling he crossed the finishing line in first position one lap in front of Michael Derderian (Xray) with Jean Baptiste Geneau (Capricorn) completing the podium in third.

Source: Shepherd [team-shepherd.com]

Picard & Saux successful at French 1/8th IC track opener

Posted: 14 Mar 2017 03:41 AM PDT

The opening round of the French 1/8th Nitro On-road National Championship was held in Marseilles over the weekend. In the Elite category, Romain Picard would take the TQ while in the slightly slower National category it was Georges Saux that came out fastest after the qualifiers. The 45-minute Elite class main final was a pretty entertaining affair with the top 3 drivers, winner Romain Pircard (Mugen), runner-up Jerome Papaconstantinos (Shepherd) and third placed Leo Arnold (Xray) being separated by only 1.7 seconds on the finish line. In the 30-minute National class final it was Georges Saux who would defend his top spot from Gabriel Maufroy in second and Frederic Vergnieres in third.

Images: Pepe Group [pepegroup.net]

Aurelien Gouriau wins French 200mm opener

Posted: 14 Mar 2017 02:58 AM PDT

The opening round of the French 200mm Nitro On-road Nationals was hosted by the Mini Racing Team Essonne club in Envy near Paris. In the National class Clement Bioy would take the TQ but it was Aurelien Gouriau (Mugen) who would take the win in the 30-minute main final from Mugen teammate Clement. In third Shepherd driver Jeremy Debez would round out the podium result.

Source: Mugen [mugen.eu]

Tamiya Konghead 6×6 1/18th monster truck kit

Posted: 14 Mar 2017 02:34 AM PDT

Coming this June is Tamiya’s new Konghead 1/18th scale 6×6 monster truck kit. Based off of the GF-01 the all-new G6-01 6-wheeler chassis utilises three gear differentials, a front-mounted 540-size motor and an independent double wishbone suspension with optional 4-wheel steering capability. The 420mm long truck is compatible with many GF-01 option parts and it comes including a Bullhead-inspired bodyshell and chrome plated wheels.

Specifications:
– R/C model assembly kit. Length: 420mm, width: 270mm, height: 280mm.
– The 6WD chassis employs 3 differential gears to transmit power from the front-center-mounted motor to all of the model’s wheels. These differentials are encased in the durable main chassis.
– 6-wheel independent double-wishbone suspension is paired with friction dampers.
– Brand-new polycarbonate body inspired by the classic Bullhead monster truck.
– The kit manual build creates a front wheel-steering model. It also includes instructions to re-assemble it into a 4WS model with steerable rear wheels.
– Compatible with many GF-01 chassis Hop Up Option and spare parts.
– Requires 2-channel radio with ESC, & 7.2V battery with charger.
– Separately-sold 4WS function transmitter and R/C equipment are required.

Source: Tamiya [tamiyausa.com]

Vigor RC BD8 carbon fibre flex chassis & bumper brace

Posted: 14 Mar 2017 02:18 AM PDT

Vigor RC have introduced two new carbon fibre option parts for the Yokomo BD8 in the form of a flex chassis and a front bumper brace. Starting with the chassis, the part is machined from high-quality 2.5mm material and special cut-outs make for increased flex which results in higher corner speeds. The chassis weighs in at 66g, about the same as the standard 2.25mm chassis. The second new part is a carbon fibre front bumper brace that was designed to replace the standard composite plastic item with a more rigid and also cooler looking item. The brace includes two carbon fibre bushings.

Source: Vigor RC [vigorrc.com]