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Hobbywing XeRun XR10 optional top case

Posted: 28 Nov 2016 05:31 AM PST

New from Hobbywing for their XeRun XR10 Pro ESC comes this optional top case. A direct replacement for the standard aluminium top case, this new version has a larger heatsink footprint, and so accepts a larger diameter fan than the standard version, as well as featuring taller fins for more surface area to improve cooling. In testing with their team drivers this optional item showed a significant drop in operating temperatures for the ESC which makes it ideal for tracks where the speedo would normally run hotter. Available in anodised black or orange.

Source: Hobbywing [hobbywing.com]

Mibosport Cup Rd2 – Report

Posted: 28 Nov 2016 04:26 AM PST

The second round of the Mibosport Cup 2016/17, organised by the team of Michal Bok, saw a total of 170 participants, with 93 drivers signing up for the on-road and 128 drivers signing up for the off-road classes. Qualifying for the Touring Car Modified class was won by Alexander Hagberg. Marek Černý finished second with Viljami Kutvonen in third.

Alexander won the first A-main with Dominic Vogl and Viljami Kutvonen behind. Marek Černý lost his second position in the second lap due to a contact with Viljami and took the fourth place in the race finish. Alexander won the second A-main and took the overall win. The battle for second, between Marek Černý and Viljami Kutvonen, finished better for Viljami who made a very nice move and took the second position. The third A-main started with a race collision which meant a retirement for Viljami. However, Marek and Alexander took advantage of the situation, made a gap to their rivals and fought for the win. Even though they drove very closely to each other, Alexander managed to defend his position ahead of Marek and took the win. Alexander then took the overall victory with Marek Černý and Viljami Kutvonen completing the podium.

Philipp Neudinger took the TQ in the Stock LRP class ahead of Tom Krägefski. Philipp won the first A-main in the start-finish style, the second place went to Oliver Havránek with Robert Patrzek finishing in third. Philipp won even the second A-main and prematurely took the overall race win. Tom Krägefski finished close behind Philipp, Oliver Havránek managed to fight through to the third position. The third A-main was very similar to the second one, when Philipp and Tom made a gap to their rivals and Oliver overtook Alexander Mayer for the third place. Philipp then took the overall victory with Tom Krägefski and Oliver Havránek behind.

Herbert Weber was the one to dominate the Formula class again. In qualifying, Herbert managed to take an one-lap gap to his nearest rivals, Gabor Forrai and Wolfgang Reichel. Herbert won the first two A-mains and prematurely took the overall race victory. After a great drive in the first A-main, Lukáš Hoch managed to take the second position ahead of Gabor. In the second A-main, Gabor Forrai, Lukáš Hoch and Thomas Göschel fought for the second position. This battle was won by Gabor with Lukáš finishing in third. After Herbert’s retirement from the third A-main, Gabor took the win ahead of Wolfgang Reichel and Lukáš Hoch. The overall first place went to Herbert Weber with Gabor Forrai and Lukáš Hoch completing the podium.

Same as in the past event, Tomáš Lipták dominated the 1/12th scale class with taking the TQ ahead of Thomas Dvorszky and Aleš Pelikán. Tomáš won all the A-main as well and became the overall winner of the event. Thomas Dvorszky took the second position in the first A-main with Thomas Göschl finishing in third. Thomas Göschl managed to finish on the second position in the second A-main ahead of Aleš Pelikán. Aleš fought through to the second position in the third A-main, Wolfgang Reichel finished third. The overall victory went to Tomáš Lipták with Aleš Pelikán and Thomas Göschl behind.

Qualifying for the 2WD Buggy class was won by Martin Bayer, second on the grid went to Hupo Hönigl with Kája Novotný finishing in third. Martin Bayer made a mistake in the third lap of the first A-main and was overtaken by Hupo and Kája. Martin then managed to win the second A-main ahead of Kája and Marcel Rekettye. Martin was leading the way in the third A-main when he made a mistake again and lost some positions to Hupo and Kája. Then he was overtaken by Aleš Bidovský. Hupo Hönigl then won the final and took the overall victory with Martin Bayer and Kája Novotný completing the podium.

Martin Bayer took the TQ even in the 4WD Buggy class with Kája Novotný and Aleš Bidovský behind. Martin won the first A-main without any problems with Hupo Hönigl losing many positions in the second lap. However, Hupo managed to fight his way back to the top and took the second position ahead of Kája Novotný. Martin was leading in the second A-main but he was overtaken by Kája Novotný. Aleš Bidovský finished third. The third A-main was lead by Martin ahead of Kája, until he made a mistake and Kája took the lead. Then the positions turned back again, as Kája made a mistake too, and Martin took the lead ahead of Kája. Third finished Hupo Hönigl. First overall finished Martin Bayer ahead of Kája Novotný and Hupo Hönigl.

The EFRA referee, Markus Winkler, contributed with his authority and professional attitude to the fair drive, especially in the on-road classes.

During the podium ceremony, Oldřich Groch ml. was announced as the best junior of the race. The next prizes went to Thomas Göschl and Zbigniew Chelminski. All those drivers were given prizes dedicated by Schumacher, the race sponsor. Peter Loncsar was given the Yokomo star prize.

The next round of the Mibosport Cup will take place on the 14th of January 2017 traditionally in Hotel-Sport in Hrotovice.

Source: Mibosport [mibosport.com]

HotRace tyres new line of 1/12 rims

Posted: 28 Nov 2016 03:12 AM PST

Following extensive testing with factory driver Alexander Hagberg, HotRace tyres have introduced their new line of 1/12 rims. The new rims material is lightweight but not fragile allowing maximum performance with the highest reliability. These rims are expected to be on the market from the second week of December.

Source: Hot Race Tyres [hotracetyres.com]

Yaniv Sivan wins Rd3 of Israeli League

Posted: 28 Nov 2016 01:51 AM PST

Last weekend saw the 3rd round of the Israeli League take place at Speed Racing’s track. Following 4 rounds of qualifying Kyosho/Reds driver Yaniv Sivan took the TQ spot for the final. The final started while Yaniv Sivan taking the lead followed by Or Balulu with a battle for third between Aviv Maymon an Ido Carmon going on. An early mistake by Yaniv Sivan saw him lose 2 places, however he recovered fast and took back the lead. Aviv Maymon unfortunately hit engine problems and dropped out of contention and so after 40 minutes Yaniv Sivan took the win ahead of Or Balulu, with Ido Carmon completing the podium in 3rd.

Final results
1. Yaniv Sivan – Kyosho / Reds
2. Or Balulu – Agama / Bullit
3. Ido Carmon – Kyosho / RC-Concept
4. Guy Rinkevich – Kyosho / Alpha
5. Or Rozentsvaig – HB / Orion
6. Gil Harush – Kyosho / Reds
7. Yossi Arbel – HB / Alpha
8. Aviv Maymon – Kyosho / Bullit
9. Liron Bard – Kyosho / Reds
10.Dan Price – Mugen / O.S.

Thanks to Yaniv Sivan for the report.

VRC Pro reveal new Rally X class

Posted: 28 Nov 2016 12:05 AM PST

VRC have introduced a new and exciting racing class in VRC Pro, called Rally X (Rally Cross). Based on the popular WRX style rally racing, VRC Pro delivers a completely new r/c racing experience, a true mix of on and offroad racing on special Rally X tracks. Rally X events will also visit existing on-road tracks like Heemstede and Messina in the future with these tracks converted to RallyX style tracks for these events. The 2016 VRC Worlds kick off with Rally X on the X1 track located in a harbor container terminal area. The X1 and MACH-X tracks will be the first tracks available for Rally X. Rally X is a new class of r/c racing that is unique to VRC Pro. Rally car racing does not exist in real life r/c racing, but as it combines on and off-road racing many r/c racers are expected to embrace this spectacular class. Rally X will be released on November 29 when the 2016 VRC Worlds kick off on X1.

Source: VRC Pro [vrcworld.com]

Samix SCX10-2 front knuckle brass weights

Posted: 27 Nov 2016 12:33 PM PST

Samix have released these front knuckle brass weights for the Axial SCX10-2. Made from high quality brass, with special black and gold anodising, they are a direct fit for the Samix front knuckle. Easy assembly, requiring only 2 screws, they allow full degree steering with the left & right total weight of 209g able to help make your climbing easier.

Source: Samix [rcsamix.com]