http://piraterc.com/ Piraterc en-gb http://piraterc.com/images/piraterc.jpg http://piraterc.com/ webmaster@piraterc.com http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2642 Step-pin technology collides with small pin technology to bring you a tire tread that is versatile and long-lasting. Introducing the Caliber for 1:8 buggies. Features: Dual-stage pin design for exceptional tread life Small top pin for light to heavy loose dirt Base pin extraordinary on hard-packed/blue-groove surfaces Square-lug technology throughout the tread design Directional tread for two different handling characteristics: Y forward (sidewall marked with an arrow) = more forward bite and better wear. Y in reverse = better in loamier/wet conditions. Internal carcass ribbing for reduced tire expansion under acceleration World Championship molded foam inserts included Available in World Championship/extremely proprietary XTR, M2, and M3 compounds Super true/balanced finish Made in the USA   Source :Proline http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2641 http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2640 Team Race Prep UK were at what is for many of us a bit closer to home. At the Excellently prepared track of Remote Worlds Model Car Club also known as 'The Slough Track' http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2639 Greg Hill - Managing Director & RC Racer RC Disco are proud to distribute XRAY & HUDY, some of the strongest and most popular brands in the RC community, with KO Propo products confirmed and being added to our stocks soon. More race brands will follow. RC DisCo has chosen to focus on selling and supporting racing products; selling to model shops that support RC racing here in the UK. As a distributor of racing products it is essential that we understand what we are talking about, and that is why we have chosen experienced racers to assist in running this new company. If I may introduce myself - Greg Hill, I’m sure many of you have met me over the years. I’ve been racing for about 25 years, and working in the model industry for the last 10 years - so there’s a chance I’ll have met you either at a race or a shop sometime, or while attending or organising races somewhere. For the last few seasons I’ve been running an XRAY in 8th Off Road, but before that it was 10th electric Touring Cars, 10th Buggy among many others. Please get in touch with us, as a shop or racer alike, we are keen to offer assistance with any information you require. Best Regards, Greg Hill. Source : RCDisco http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2638  Get the edge over the competition with the Jared Tebo Limited Edition Inferno ST-RR. Combining the dynamic off-road performance that Kyosho is known for and the power of the Team Orion CRF Rev .21 to give you the Jared Tebo Limited Edition ST-RR. http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2637 The 5th round of the series was the 1st of 2 to be held at the fantastic Slough venue. Glorious weather greeted the competitors on sunday morning and the racing was set to be excellent. In the qualifying sessions it was Graham Alsop who came out of the blocks fastest by taking the TQ in rounds 1 and 2 of qualifying. This would give him pole position for the final with his RB powered car. The final round of qualifying saw Darren Bloomfield take the round and in doing so take the fastest overall time of the meeting. This result gave Darren 2nd on the grid with Lee Martin taking 3rd with his RC8B/Reedy combination. Elliott Boots would line up 4th with his RB/Savox equiped car and Jon Hazelwood would be 5th with his Hobao/Savox combo. There were a few surprises in qualifying, most notably championship leader Neil Cragg who could only qualify 11th after some tough qualifying heats. http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2636 Fastrax RC are leading the market in cool looking accessories and these great new bags are no exception. Get your hands on these stylish new bags and be the envy of your mates. The multi-function hauler bag for transporting vehicles up to 1/8th scale. This beast of a bag has integrated wheels and an extendable tow handle for easy manoeuvring and 3 large side pockets for storage of tools and gear. Peel back the easy access side panel to find 3 further compartments for storing your car and RC essentials. Source: CML http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2635 Racing Experience introduce a new formula in the Racing Fuel line.   The Racing Fuel Hot fire EURO comply with the off road rules running in some country in Europe where 25% is the maximum nitro allowed. The new lubricant package and the lower nitro rate drives the price cooler and gives a smoother acceleration which was a request from our customers. Smoother acceleration increases drivability and reduces tyres spinning which improves the fuel mileage (mpg)  This new Formula is available in both 5 and 2 litres  Source : Racing Experience http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2633   This is a notice to all XRAY customers attending the 2009 European Championship in 1/8 Off-road in Austria from 7. to 11. July 2009 at race track Wölbling. http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2632 Team XRAY Finland driver Ari Heinonen was TQ and he won the race, his car worked a really good even in bad conditions. There were 8 XRAY drivers in main final. 1. Ari Heinonen XRAY XB808 2. Jani Hovi 3. Matti Niinistö XRAY XB808 4. Reijo Mattila XRAY XB808 5. Heikki Valtonen XRAY XB808 6. Kalle Kyyrö 7. Marko Eklund 8. Kaius Perttilä XRAY XB808 9. Jari Eklund 10. Aaro Lecklin XRAY XB808 11. Joel Nissinen 12. Sami Huhta XRAY XB8 http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2631 RD 2 IRISH NATIONAL  AT BADMCC WITH THE WEATHER FORCAST LOOKING GOOD IT WAS GOING TO BE AN INTENSE DAY FOR RD2 OF THE IRISH 1/8 OFF RD NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP.RD 1 SHOWED THAT FOR QUALIFICATION ANYWAY IT WAS  LOOKING LIKE A 2 HORSE RACE FOR TQ HONOURS .WITH MICHAEL TODD AND MARK HARRON  SHOWING VERY LITTLE BETWEEN THEM . THE YOUNG HOTBODIES DRIVER  SCORING TWO 1ST AND A 2ND  IN THREE OF THE ROUNDS TO SECURE TQ.WITH MICHAEL TODD IN 2ND WITH TWO 2ND  AND A 1ST  AND MYSELF IN THIRD . WITH THE AIR TEMP NICE AND WARM AND THE TRACK BEING QUIET DUSTY A LOT OF THE DRIVERS HAD WENT TOWARDS SOFTER TYRES TO TRY AND INCREASE THEIR GRIP LEVELS .SOME WHERE HAVING LOTS OF TROUBLE STAYING TO THE CLEANER LINES ON THE TRACK AND JUST SPINNING OUT ON THE DUSTY PARTS .THE TRACK LAYOUT FOR THE DAY HAD INCLUDED A LOT OF TIGHT SECTIONS AS WELL AS HIGH SPEED CORNERS SO SETUP FOR THE CAR SEEMED TO BE  REALLY HARD TO GET RIGHT http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2630 Registration is now open for round 4 of the SRS series DRT SRS PRE REG FORM Current Entry Listing : HERE http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2629 The third round of the CML sponsored Fastrax Summer Series took place at the Stoke Nitro Racing Club over the weekend. 1/8th Buggy Class In qualifying it was Ashley Timms who impressed most with the TQ for the meeting with Scott Francis second and Dennis Holding third. The start of the A-Final was very clean without the first corner pile-up that usually happens as all the racers charge to lead the pack. Ash got away very quickly with Ashlee Owen second fastest off the line and Scott in third. http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2628 Pos Car Name Result Car Make Model Engine 1 2 Darren Bloomfield 45/30m 9.14 Losi Eight NovaRossi 2 4 Elliott Boots 45/30m 21.61 Mugen MBX6 RB 3 3 Lee Martin 45/30m 29.67 Associated RC8 Reedy 4 9 Kevin Brunsden 45/30m 36.76 Xray 808 Nosram 5 7 Reece Sawyer 45/30m 37.40 Kyosho MP9 OS 6 1 Graham Alsop 44/30m 5.93 Hot Bodies D8 RB 7 8 Simon Willetts 44/30m 12.76 Kyosho MP9 Sirio 8 12 David Crompton 44/30m 23.58 Crono RS7GR RB 9 14 Richard Cree 44/30m 25.53 Associated RC8 Reedy 10 10 Tommy Chung 44/30m 39.02 Kyosho MP9 Sirio 11 6 Craig Drescher 43/29m 3.00 Associated RC8 Reedy 12 13 Matthew Perry 42/30m 21.04 Hobao Hyper 9 RB 13 5 Jon Hazlewood 39/26m 59.68 Hobao Hyper 9 OS 14 11 Neil Cragg 29/19m 49.28 Associated RC8 Reedy BRCA Full Results for round 5 : Here http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2627 Buggy-Pitstop.com: Team Associated have released the new RC8B. What are the main difference they have made between the old RC8 and the new RC8B?   Josh Pain: Obviously from the photos, are the new blue aluminum shock towers, which transform the car into a totally different machine from the old model. Along with other changes, are new steering geometry, plastics and a hot set of aluminum pivot blocks. Things that don’t stand out are things like lightweight engine mount and the new battery box and the list goes on.   All I can say is that since I have been running the new car, my results have gone from mid pack to the pointy end of the field, with two top qualifiers, 3 pole positions and a title win this year at Nationals Series Events. I think that speaks for itself as far as how much better the new car is. Source and full Interview : Buggy Pitstop http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2626 It was another sucsessful race day in Alberta with 111 entries taking in the second leg of the Alberta Divison Series. Track conditions were extremely dusty which made it chalenging for both the drivers and their machines.  Track conditions were extremely dusty which made it challenging for both the drivers and their machines. The race day ran very briskly and wrapped up just shortly after 6pm. The compressed schedule made it very tough for drivers to wrench on their machines and a few fell to the way side with mechanical issues. Overall agreat time was had by all. See you in Edmonton for the series wrap up and the crowning of our Champions.   SOURCE: RCPro http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2625 Round 5 of the 2009 BRCA National Championship was contested today at Slough and the top 4 placings are as follows. Darren Bloomfield Losi 2.0 Elliot Boots Mugen MBX-6 Lee Martin Associated RC8 Kevin Brunsden Xray 808 http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2624 Race Report by Ari Heinonen The first race of the Finnish Open, a national series of 4 races was held May 2nd and 3rd at the Lahdesjarvi track. It was good day for XRAY driver Ari Heinonen, who managed to TQ and win ahead of XRAY driver Teemu Leino. It was also a good day for Team XRAY Finland overall, as we managed to get 6 XRAY cars in the A-final. Our next race will be the first National Championships race end of May. Thank you for the support. http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2623 The new RB exhaust cooler, as its name suggests, makes the exhaust pressure cooler in order to prevent the fuel and fuel tank getting hot and losing its shape. The fuel is cooler and so allow better performance. Its biggest advantage is that the fuel consumption will drop. The exhaust cooler has a very nice finish with its orange anodizing and great RB engraving and is delivered with nylon holder, durite holder, silicon tube dust protections.   http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2622 http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2621 Byron Fuels are proud to announce the 2nd Annual Byron Fuels UK Junior Challenge to be held on the 13th September 2009 at Frankley Model Car Club in Birmingham, West Mid's, The Track is a All Weather Astro Turf Facility with many features and is situated just 5 miles from Junction 4 of the M5   This event is Specifically aimed at drivers up to 19 years of age it provides the perfect opportunity for younger, aspiring drivers to showcase their talents at a less pressurized event than nationwide championships. The key to the event is fun and enjoyment. With this in mind places are to be capped at 60 to provide more track time and additional competitions such as single lap speed run. Classes with be for Buggy and the Truggy and in both with have age Group Class of   Under 13 (as of 1/09) Under 16 (as of 1/09) Under 19 (as of 1/09) All entrants will received a FREE quart of Byron Fuel RACE Gen2 25% nitro fuel upon booking in Online Entry Form Can Be Found here Online Entry form So hurry now to what promises to be a great end of season bash! You can find out more details about the club by visiting www.frankleymcc.com/ DOWNLOAD Snail Mail Entry Form DOWNLOAD ENTRY FORM  if you have any Questions Please Feel Free To contact me at themaddog@blueyonder.co.uk    Glyn Morgan Chairman Frankley Model Car Club  http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2620 Ultimate Racing is pleased to announce that after test some UR products during the Euro Warm Up with his Losi team mates Adam Drake, Mike Truhe and Yannick Aigoin, the top British driver Darren Bloomfield has joined the Ultimate Racing Team. Source : Ultimate Racing   http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2619 The UR driver Armiche Aleman and his race couple Javier have won the 2 hours race hold in Narea s truck, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The Ultimate Racing team wants to congratulate them for their great job. Source : Ultimate Racing   http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2618 Event: North Carolina Championship Series, Rd 4 Dates: June 12-14 Race report submitted by: Brandon Melton The North Carolina Championship Series has completed 4 of 5 rounds and this weekend was another sweep for JConcepts! Overcash R/C located in China Grove, NC hosted the event. Heavy rains hit the Carolinas prior to the event, but the track crew had the track SUPER smooth and rolled by Saturday morning. The track started as moist and packed, and by the end of the day turned into almost a blue groove with just a couple broken places, but overall a great track everyone enjoyed. The final round will be at Nitro Valley Raceway on June 27th, and driver's Chris Pace and Greg Smith are leading the points heading into the final round in buggy and truggy. http://piraterc.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=News&file=article&sid=2615     SS .21 Sure to be the engine choice of dominant drivers! The crankcase, cylinder sleeve and piston materials are optimized for uniform expansion, which improves durability and reliability 4-port ABC cylinder Balanced Max-Flo™ crankshaft with Class 5 precision bearings Machined 7075-T6 aluminum con rod with double bushings Unique, compact 4-spring header attachment design Includes a high-performance O'Donnell #99 glow plug Practical rpm range: 3,000-42,000 Output: 2.7 hp @ 36,000 rpm Source : Odonnell