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Infinity pit mat & parts cases

Posted: 14 Jun 2021 07:40 AM PDT

Some new items from Creation Model starting with their popular Infinity Pit mat that has been redesigned. Made from a durable neoprene front complete with Infinity logo and the back of a non-slip rubber, its thickness and weight make it perfect for use in an indoor or outdoor pit area while remaining easy to fold for transportation. There are also three new parts cases with a variety of internal storage solutions. Firstly there is a parts case that contains two plastic cases with lids (outer dimensions 82x70x21mm). The convenient size is perfect for storing aluminium parts and small parts for making setup adjustments. Since each case has a lid, it is also possible to store small screws and washers. Next is a parts case that contains four plastic trays (outer dimensions 41x77x22mm) which is great for storing turnbuckles, rod ends, shocks, aluminium parts, etc. And finally is the parts case set that consists of two parts cases and a hard outer case. Convenient for storing spare parts such as option parts while leaving some space for bigger items.

Source: Creation Model [creationmodel.net]

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ACI Sport Italian EP Onroad Championship Rd2 – Report

Posted: 14 Jun 2021 06:26 AM PDT

The second round of the 2021 Italian Championships for 1/10th scale EP classes took place at the outdoor asphalt track of Minicar Fontanellato. A great turnout saw drivers very busy for the 2-day race which catered Touring Car classes and Formula. In TC Modified, Gabriele Berselli (Awesomatix) took the win after a very close battle with Mattia Collina (Schumacher) who finished second ahead of Andrea Ghilotti (Awesomatix).

In TC Stock, Andrea Simari (Awesomatix) came out on top of the biggest field of the race ahead of the Xray duo Nico Catelani and Roberto Fabiano.

In FWD, some very close racing saw Guido Carbognani taking the win ahead of Michele Piluzza and Roberto Gentilini.

In GT 21.5, Andrea Tonini took a dominant win ahead of Aldo Bufano and Matteo Pieracci.

Finally, in Formula there was some very close and competitive racing between the Championship leaders and this time it was Luca Tassinari (Schumacher) taking the win ahead of Bryan Ferrara (Capricorn) and Simone Pavanello (Fenix).

Next round of the 2021 Italian Championships will be held in Arezzo on September 18/19.

Source: ACI Sport [acisport.it]

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Rêve D AS-01 competition drift tire

Posted: 14 Jun 2021 05:11 AM PDT

Rêve D have announced the release of their first original drift tire, the AS-01. Suitable for any competitive environment, the material selected is a HDPE compound, which is ideal for the RC drift scene in longevity vs grip. By applying a matte finish to the contact surface and sidewalls, they have a stable performance straight from the packet. The Rêve D development team have done repeated testing to find the balance between high control and performance and not only on P tile and coloured concrete, but also on asphalt and carpet track surfaces. When fitted to the rear, they have optimised control over the lateral grip during drifting to a higher limit and enabled the driver to challenge deeper and longer angles.

Source: Rêve D [teamreved.com]

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Jefferies & Finlay take Rd1 of BRCA TC Nats

Posted: 14 Jun 2021 03:07 AM PDT

After missing out on a race series in 2020 the BRCA National touring car series got back underway this weekend with the first round of 2021 hosted by the Eastbourne club on the south coast. Numbers were a little down on previous years but with covid restrictions still in place this season is likely to have an unusual feel to it as drivers ease themselves slowly back to the track. Aiming for a fifth consecutive modified title Olly Jefferies made a dream start taking TQ ahead of Chris Grainger, but one the stars of qualifying was Ben Moorey, the local driver upsetting the established order with the fastest time in round three of modified qualifying, a result that put him third on the grid for the A final.

Zak Finely had very little pre race track time at Eastbourne despite this the ARC driver still managed to take TQ in 13.5 stock, as always stock times are very tight and behind Finlay the chasing pack headed by Marcus Askell and Billy Fletcher were looking very racey.

Two leg finals would decide the overall results and in modified Jefferies made a clean start easing his Xray away from Grainger to take what looked like a reasonably comfortable win in leg one ahead of the Awesomatix driver, a good run from Kyle Branson saw him net third in leg one after a race long dice with Harley Eldridge

Modified leg two and one again Jefferies eased a small gap early on, then disaster for Grainger as he crashed making Jefferies job all the more easier, second for Zak Smith was reward for some hard work over the weekend for the Schumacher driver and third for Harley was also well deserved, these three would be the podium on the day with Jefferies making a the best possible start to his title defiance. Kyle Branson would finish fourth for Capricorn with a very disappointed Grainger completing the top five.

A first corner shuffle of the order behind Finlay allowed him to take a comfortable lead and go on to win in leg one of the 13.5 A final ahead of Ricky Copsey and a recovering Marcus Askell. For leg two Finlay once again showed good pace and composure, but on the very last corner Finlay clipped a kerb and smallest of body tucked allowed the Xray of Askell to get along side, it was then a sprint to the line both cars crossing the line together, it was that close it was possibly down to the positioning of the transponder that gave Askell the leg two win ahead Zak.

By virtue of a quicker time in Leg one Finlay took the overall win from Askell with Ricky Copsey finishing third. Disappointing day for Billy Fletcher who showed great pace all weekend but just fell short of a podium place by virtue of a tie break, defending stock champion James Hart had a frustrating weekend finishing fifth for Schumacher.

Round two takes place at Colchester, a club that has not hosted a full blown BRCA national before.

Source: BRCA [brca.org]

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Mihelic double at XRS-MVP Alpe Adria 2021 Rd1

Posted: 14 Jun 2021 02:34 AM PDT

The 1st XRS-MVP Alpe Adria was held at the Tolmin track last weekend. With the introduction of a new racing format in qualifications, where best 10 consecutive laps count, it was Nejc Mihelic (Xray) who took the TQ over Anze Setina and Bjan Miklozic (Xray). Due to the huge tyre wear at the Tolmin track, the finals were divided into three 15-minutes legs with 2 finals counting. In the end it was Nejc Mihelic (Xray) who took the win infront of Simon Stelcl (Xray) and Marko Pristov.

Final results 1/8IC
1. Nejc Mihelic
2. Simon Stelcl
3. Marko Pristov

In the 1/10 stock class a similar format of racing was used. After 10 best consecutive laps, it was again Nejc Mihelic (Xray) who took the TQ in front another two Xray drivers Ales Strelec and Stanislav Kokol. In the classic finals with 3 runs of 5 minutes, Xray drivers managed to dominate once again, finishing in the exact same order as they had started.

Final results 1/10 EP stock
1. Nejc Mihelic
2. Ales Strelec
3. Stanislav Kokol

Source: Xray [teamxray.com]

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Bittydesign Seven65 body for Arrma 1/7th scale cars

Posted: 14 Jun 2021 01:18 AM PDT

Bittydesign have released this Seven65 body shell for the 1/7th scale Arrma Infraction/Limitless cars. Like their 1/8th GT version this too takes inspiration from British GT3 super cars but unlike that body, this new version benefits greatly from the Arrma’s more realistic wheelbase to make what is a great scale looking body shell. Made with high quality and genuine 1.5mm thick polycarbonate Lexan, it is sold clear with protective film outside and comes with a pre-cut decal sheet and windows masks and the kit includes a complete set of screws, nuts and large plastic washers to properly fix the rear wing.

Source: Bittydesign [bittydesign.net]

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T-Works compact hard case

Posted: 14 Jun 2021 12:20 AM PDT

T-Works have made available this compact hard case. Coming in at 11.5 x 8 x 3.5cm, it can accommodate parts or tools and internally has an elastic strap for holding items in place as well as a mesh pocket for additional storage. The outside of the case sports a black hard shell finished in a carbon weave pattern and is finished off with a red zipper with rubber T-Works branded zip pull.

Source: T-Works [rc-tworks.com]

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