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Main Photo: Wednesday Round Up!
6/5/2013
By Mike Garrison
LiveRC.com
 
Don't have time to check the R/C world for news every day? Check in on Wednesdays to see highlights of the biggest product releases, news stories, and race results from the past 7 days! 
 
This past week has been full of new products, news, and race results pouring in from around the world! Click "[ read more ]" after each story to read the full article. 
 
NEWS:
 
A Main Hobbies announces Pro-Line tires as the spec tire for the IFMAR Pre-Worlds
A Main Hobbies has chosen Pro-Line’s X2 Suburbs (PRO8213-002) and Scrubs (PRO8212-002 & PRO8214-002 (4WD)) as the spec tires for the IFMAR Pre-Worlds. [ read more ]
 
 
 
ROAR clarifies the upcoming 1:8 Fuel Offroad Nationals schedule and race format
Rumors, rumors, rumors...always causing trouble! Rumors of all sorts have been flying around the industry regarding the upcoming ROAR 1:8 Fuel Offroad Nationals, and to address the issue ROAR has released a list of FACTS about the upcoming event schedule and format. [ read more ]
 
 
 
NEW PRODUCTS: 
 
Serpent updates the S100 and S120 pancar rear ends for more stability
Serpent has announced today that for the S100 and S120 pancars, all new aluminum rear bearing blocks and a rear x-brace is now available. The new configuration is designed to add stability to the rear of the car. The aluminum parts are made up of 7075 T6 aluminum, anodized, and engraved. The x-brace in the rear is made up of a stiff carbon fiber material. [ read more ]
 

AVID releases new aluminum center cap for the Associated B44.2
The AVID B44.2 Aluminum Center Cap is a fresh take on the design which keeps your chassis secure and is designed to make the car easier to work on! [ read more ]

Duratrax releases new Chevy Camaro ZL1 RTR 1:10 scale nitro 4WD
Duratrax is making Camaro lovers dreams come true, with the release of their all-new officially licensed Chevy Camaro ZL1 nitro 1:10 scale! [ read more ]
 

Tekno releases the new NB48 nitro 1:8 buggy
Tekno joins the nitro racing world with their all-new NB48 buggy! [ read more ]
 

JConcepts releases new TLR 22/22T/22SCT carbon fiber front shock towers
One of the most popular vehicle platforms on the market now has carbon fiber options by JConcepts! [ read more ]

Team Associated announces the RC10 Classic limited edition kit
Vintage R/C fans rejoice as Team Associated is releasing a limited edition RC10 Classic kit! The RC10 Classic Kit is a faithful reproduction of the original gold-tub buggy that famously won the first ever I.F.M.A.R. world championship. [ read more ]

Hudy releases new 1:8 offroad covered wheel nuts
These new nuts are ribbed for secure tightening on the wheel axle. Using these covered wheel nuts, you can easily eliminate the problems of dirt getting into the wheel axle assembly! [ read more ]
 

Exotek Racing releases new Team Durango DEX410 aluminum rear hubs
These new hubs are made up of heavy duty 7075 alloy with vertical ball stud mounting. Durable, but machined to be lightweight. Vertical ball stud mounting allows for easy roll center adjustments by simply adding shims. [ read more ]
 

RB releases the new BLAST V.13 Limited Edition .21 engine
RB has just released their new BLAST V.13 Limited Edition engine. The idea behind the engine is to offer high performance options at a low price. The new .21 engine is made in Europe, and includes many of the same competition features found in higher end RB engines. [ read more ]
 

Arrowmax R/C releases new 16-pinion set with holder
Arrowmax R/C has released a new 16-pinion set with pinion holder. The new set includes 48-pitch pinion gears ranging from 15 tooth to 30 tooth sizes, and can easily be kept organized with the included pinion holder. [ read more ]

AVID releases new aluminum ballstud washer set
AVID makes your life better (and your ride cooler) once again with our fresh approach on a traditional aluminum ballstud washer by introducing a staggered outer diameter so you can easily tell what thickness of a washer you are running. [ read more ]

Duratrax releases new 35C Onyx LiPo battery packs
Duratrax has released a fresh lineup of LiPo packs today ranging all the way up to 8000mAh! [ read more ]
 

Futaba releases the 4PLS 4-Channel T-FHSS radio system
With the 4PLS, modelers can enjoy the benefits of telemetry in two ways. Temperature, voltages and rpm can be monitored in real-time AND logged for future reference. Even better, these advantages are included in the 4PLS for the same price as the original 4PL! [ read more ]

Novak releases new "Vulcan" modified brushless motors
Novak's newest modified racing 540-size brushless motors have arrived! [ read more ]
Hobby Pro USA announces new "Groovy Grips" tool lineup
Hobby Pro USA uses their racing experience and years of tool use to formulate the Groovy Grips tool lineup for serious racers. [ read more ]
 

JConcepts releases new Nissan Titan short course truck body
JConcepts brings a licensed Nissan Titan to an already stellar line-up of National Championship Short Course bodies. [ read more ]

AVID releases new TLR 22/22T/22SCT top shaft
Whether you run a TLR slipper or the AVID Triad, racers everywhere are now able to upgrade their TLR 22, 22T, and 22 SCT to eliminate the special mini kit slipper nut and use a standard 5.5 mm hex driver to set the slipper clutch. [ read more ]

JConcepts releases new carbon fiber accessories for the Kyosho RB6 (with video)
JConcepts has been coming on strong with their vast variety of accessory parts for various cars on the market today. One car that has been awaiting patiently for its own set of JC accessories is the Kyosho RB6. Today, is the RB6's lucky day as JConcepts has announced a new carbon fiber shock tower and signature Monroe battery brace designed specifically for the buggy! [ read more ]
 

Losi releases news XXX-SCT Brushless RTR short course
The popular XXX-SCT is now available as a brushless, waterproof model. What does this mean for drivers? More power, more speed, longer motor life, and less maintenance! [ read more ]
 

PSM releases new carbon fiber front shock tower kit for Associated B4.2
The new tower features an additional inner shock position which is designed to be an advantage on high bite tracks such as carpet or astro-turf. [ read more ]
 
 RACE RESULTS:
  
Martin Bayer doubles up at the 2013 Astra Nitro Cross
The Astra Nitro Cross 2013 was held last weekend at Auto Bayer Arena in Slavkov u Brna. This event is one of the largest in the Czech Republic. Racer and organizer, Martin Bayer drove his XRAY machines to the top step of the podium with a TQ in both classes, followed up by solid victories in both A mains. [ read more ]
 

Kody Numedahl and Kevin Motter take JBRL Rd.3 with JConcepts
Numedahl takes the win in 2wd and 4wd buggy, while Motter sweeps Mod Truck! [ read more ]
 

Dakotah Phend wins the Pro-Line King of Kings Race
Phend wins Pro Buggy, Pro Truggy, and E-Truggy! [ read more ]
 

Ethan Erchinger wins with XRAY at the Reedy Race of Champions
Ethan Erchinger proved to be the man to beat in the Open Mod class, as he drove his XRAY T4 to a solid victory at this year's event! [ read more ]
 

Shepherd and Daniel Sieber win the 2013 Onroad 1:8 Euros B
German Shepherd driver, Daniel Sieber, is the 2013 European Champion with the Velox V8 PRO. At last weeks European Championship B in Aigen-Schlagl he took the win in an amazing race after TQ'ing the event while his Shepherd teammates Jürg Nydegger, Frank Schewiola and Thilo Todtmann finished in 4th, 5th and 9th position making it 4 Velox in the main final. Additionally Italian youngster Simone Pausini was crowned as European Junior Champion making the Euros a full success for Team Shepherd. [ read more ]
 

Graham Alsop wins the Paddy Piston Power Race for a third time
Graham Alsop takes the win at the Paddy Piston Power race for the third time, beating out local favorites and other racers who traveled to Belfast, England for this popular annual race. [ read more ]
 
 

Max Soderlund sweeps the SC Summer Cup with Team Durango
Finnish Team Durango racing star Max Söderlund has stormed to an overall first place finish at the recently contested SC Summer Cup hosted at the Jyvaskylas 8th scale raceway. Max piloted his DESC410v2 to take overall TQ and won three of the four A main final legs. [ read more ]
 

Chad Panek doubles up at the JBRL Electric Series Rd.3
This past weekend Pegasus Hobbies played host to the 2013 JBRL Electric Series Round 3. The series has always had a huge following and the turnout was no disappointment. Tekno RC driver Chad Panek faced down the competition in both the 1/8th electric buggy class and the highly competitive Pro4 SC class. [ read more ]
 

Gibson, Pettit, Welch, and Hills take JConcepts to the winner's circle at the 1:8 Spring Nationals
JConcepts headed to Nebraska for the 4th annual JConcepts 1/8th Spring Nationals at the HobbyPlex in Omaha. The fabulous indoor track was once again filled with the Alex Sturgeon creation to challenge all drivers! [ read more ]
 

Potter, Buechler, and Tjepkema win with Tekin at the Hank Perry 240
A triple win for Team Tekin at the Northwest Championship Tour. [ read more ]
 

Adam Drake and Don Vinkemulder score a double win for TLR at the GRRS Rd.5
Round 5 of the Grass Roots Racing Series headed to the amazing Pro-Line Racing test track. Drake stretched his Pro Buggy lead to over a lap to take the victory! In the 40+ class, TLR's Don Vinkemulder took the win with his Orion powered 8ight 3.0! [ read more ]
 

Jared Tebo sweeps the 2013 AKA Mid-America Championship
AKA team drivers dominated the field of racers. Jared Tebo led the team with a pair of TQ’s in Pro Buggy and Pro Truggy followed by easily winning both mains by 2 laps on the field. [ read more ]
 

AE/Reedy/LRP Sweeps 13.5 TC at the Reedy TC Race of Champions
Stellfue, Cortes, and Maybell battled it out for the win! [ read more ]
 

Ryan Maifield, Tommy Hinz, and Justin Miller win at the 2013 Dirt Invert with JConcepts.
JConcepts is victorious at the first annual Dirt Invert! [ read more ]
 

Pro-Line wins 8 classes at the JBRL Electric Season opener
Pro-Line tires proved themselves on the Pegasus track and when the dust settled took home 8 class wins! [ read more ]
 

Schumacher celebrates a double win at the BTCC Onroad Series in Stafford
Schumacher's Chris Grainger and Andrew Robson do the double with the new Schumacher Mi5 showing that this new car is very fast and an awesome piece of kit in any class of racing. [ read more ] 
 
 
 
 
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