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2019 Mugen Challenge – Report

Posted: 27 Aug 2019 11:28 AM PDT

The 2019 Mugen Challenge was held at the LCRC Raceway in Central Pennsylvania, attracting 389 entries from across the country. The event kicked off on Wednesday with the ‘Mechanics Clinic’ presented by Pat Risser & Kevin Mummah. This brand new 10 entry clinic taught 1/8 Drivers & Crew good maintenance practices, and how to setup their cars. Once again this year, on Thursday, Mugen Seiki’s Adam Drake hosted the Annual Drake Clinic, and worked with 20 drivers to improve their cars and their driving skills. Friday kicked off open practice, which was delayed by some early morning rain, but perfect weather followed for the remainder of the race. Throughout the weekend, 21,389 laps were put on the new LCRC layout, which featured an over/under obstacle.

The staff at LCRC Raceway would like to extend a special thanks to everyone that attended the 2019 Mugen Challenge, and for all your kind words and encouragement throughout the event. Special thanks to the sponsors who make this all possible: Mugen Seiki Racing, Flash Point RC, JConcepts Inc, Absolute Hobbyz, and Pro-Line Racing.

Expert 1-8 Electric Buggy
1. Adam Drake
2. Jared Wiggins
3. Mike Gay
4. Anthony Mazzarea
5. Sam Langer

Expert Nitro Buggy
1. Adam Drake
2. Ethan Mackanick
3. Jared Wiggins
4. Jason Schreffler
5. Alex Miller

1-8 Nitro Truggy
1. Jared Wiggins
2. Adam Drake
3. Anthony Mazzara
4. Christian Pahud
5. Sam Langer

1-8 Electric Truggy
1. Anthony Mazzara
2. Jared Bardin
3. Rod Schumann
4. Erik Voekle
5. Cowboy Risser

40+ Electric Buggy
1. Scott Hartman
2. Matt Williard
3. Binh Quan
4. Sean Okeefe
5. Ron Geresinski

40+ Nitro Buggy
1. Anthony Mazzara
2. Stephen Plackis
3. Larry Komisar
4. Johnny Drakeford
5. Kevin Mummah

Intermediate 1-8 Nitro Buggy
1. Travis Jones
2. Jeff Monaghan
3. Clinton Kryger
4. Jeremy Densi
5. Rob Regl

Intermediate 1-8 Electric Buggy
1. Travis Jones
2. Bradon Swisher
3. Eliot Riley
4. Braden Dommel
5. Ryan Boggs

2WD Mod SCT
1. Jordon Isselhard
2. Bennie Wilkerson
3. Eli Kratzer
4. Andy Isenberg
5. Donnie Bollinger

1-8 Novice
1. Colton Furnari
2. Robert Sutton
3. Donnie Bollinger
4. Daniel Ramdeen
5. Carl Smith

Thanks to Christa Watson for the report.

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Ruddog 30mm aluminium HV high speed cooling fan

Posted: 27 Aug 2019 07:44 AM PDT

New from Ruddog comes this 30mm aluminium HV high speed cooling fan, developed especially for the needs of RC car racing. Designed in Germany, the fan features a unique design, which not only looks great, but also saves space under the body. The high-speed fan is suitable for LiHV batteries and can be used up to 8.7V. It comes with a 200mm long black wire with a laser marked JR style receiver plug.

Features:
– Unique Aluminium Fan Case
– Designed in Germany
– Ultra High Speed
– Dual Ball Bearing
– Including M3x14mm Mounting Screws

Specifications:
Voltage: 6.0 to 8.7V
Dimensions: 31x31x11mm
Mounting holes: Standard 24mm distance for the two mounting holes (same
as any other 30mm fan on the market)
Weight: 12.5g
Connector: JR Plug
Bearings: Dual Ball Bearings
RPM: 29.000 @ 8.4V

Source: Ruddog [ruddog.eu]

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David Loppini joins WRC racing team

Posted: 27 Aug 2019 07:15 AM PDT

WRC have announced that front running Italian National driver David Loppini has joined their team. David is a former Italian vice Champion in the 1/10th 200mm class as well as a multiple Euro Nitro Series main finalist, having raced for Xray prior to this most recent move to the Italian manufacturer.

Source: WRC [wrc-racing.com]

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Max Gotzl double at 2019 Czech Open series Rd7

Posted: 27 Aug 2019 05:29 AM PDT

The penultimate round of the 2019 Czech Open series was held in Horni Jeleni last weekend. Following free practice on Friday, the race started on the Saturday morning with qualifying. Xray driver Max Gotzl was able to take the overall TQ in both Nitro and EP classes, after winning all 4 qualifying rounds. Jiri Mara and Tomas Kapicka took 2nd and 3rd in the Nitro class, with Marek Ornst and Jiri Dvorak took 2nd and 3rd with E buggy. In Nitro it was again Gotzl who was fastest in the Semis, followed by Tomas and Jiri Benes in 3rd on the main final grid. The start went ok for the pole man but a long stop to adjust the engine lost him some time in his first pit stop, but was able to make it back. In the end Max was able to cross the finish line with the win, with a gap of two laps over 2nd placed Jiri Mara, followed by Tomas in 3rd.

1/8 IC Buggy Results
1. Gotzl Max
2. Mara Jiri
3. Kapicka Tomas

Once again Max Gotzl was able to convert the TQ in E buggy into a win already after the A1 and A2 with a big lead in both. The A3 was to decide the rest of the podium between Marek and Jiri, Jiri was in the lead but suddenly his car stopped because of some technical problem which allowed Marek to take the A3 and overall 2nd, followed by Jiri in overall 3rd.

1/8 E Buggy Results
1. Gotzl Max
2. Ornst Marek
3. Dvorak Jiri

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

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Muchmore tyre additive applicator pen

Posted: 27 Aug 2019 12:46 AM PDT

Muchmore Racing have released this tyre additive applicator pen, for use with any brand of tire additive or tire cleaner. Easy-to-use, tyre additive applicator features a pen type tip, while the opposite end sports a screw on lid for filling the pen. The body of the applicator features a place to write down the name of the substance in use along with a protective film so it doesn’t come off.

Source: Muchmore [muchmoreracing.net]

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