July 3, 2025

2025 IFMAR 1:10 Offroad Worlds – Stage 2 Report

The Stage 2 report for the 1:10 Offroad World Championships which take place in Sydney, Australia, later this year has been published by IFMAR.  The report outlines a more comprehensive time schedule for the Hills Off Road RC track hosted event that takes place in the North West of Sydney, Australia, from the 29 September with 2WD Registration day and opening ceremony and runs until October 6th when the 4WD World Champion will be decided.  October 7 & 8th are designated rain days with the Banquet Dinner also listed for the 8th October.  Another notable update is the list of officials which now lists two Race Directors with American Tim Caporal joining Australian Clive Silva in the role.  Greg Cribbin fills the role of Technical Director, Gerard Elias is head Time Keeper, while the Race Referees will be Dan Maher, IFMAR President Eric Anderson, and FEMCA President Leonard Kee.  The 20th running of the World title race, RC Race Media will broadcast the official live stream around the world.  View the Stage 2 report here.

Source: IFMAR [Facebook]


July 3, 2025

FlySky FS-G7P+ Transmitter

New from radio manufacturer FlySky comes their latest medium tier surface transmitter, the FS-G7P+.   The new gets some hardcore upgrades and a redefining control experience.  Increasing from 7 to 10 channels to unlock advanced effortless playability with more complex models.  In terms of performance it gets a boost in the form of doubling the memory from 256KB to 512KB
with this expanded storage capacity supporting future upgrades and extended functionality.  The radio set gets upgraded from FS-R7P to Standard FS-R11P 11-channel receiver, enabling full PWM channel usage without external expanders.  Another upgrade is the now standard High-Density Foam competition grade Steering grip for superior comfort and precision.  A redesigned interface delivers intelligent control elements that appear precisely when required.

View Specs & more images here


July 2, 2025

Jones set for international debut at Asian Buggy Champs

US Sparko team driver Tyler Jones will make his international race debut when he travels to Round 3 of the the Cayote backed Asian Buggy Championships in Brisbane, Australia, later this month.  With wins under his belt in some of the biggest US races including Wicked Weekend, Silverstate, and Pyscho Nitro Blast, Jones raises the competitive level even further at what promises to be a spectacular weekend of racing as Scotty Ernst’s high profile 1:8 Offroad championship returns to the Pine Hills Dirt Racing track for another year.  On the announcement Jones said, ‘I’m pumped to be heading to Australia for the 3rd round of the Asian Buggy Champs! It’ll be my first time out of the US, and I’m stoked to race at Pine Hills!’

Source: Asian Buggy Championships [Facebook]


June 30, 2025

Iivonen heads ‘Down Under’ for Asian Buggy C/ships Rd 3

With less than 3-weeks to go until the Cayote backed Asian Buggy Championships resumes following the Philippine Masters at the beginning of May, the championship organiser has announced that Mayako’s Pekko Iivonen will make the trip to Brisbane, Australia for Round 3.  The Finnish driver made a big impression at Round 2 in Manila, taking a podium in eBuggy after a great battle with Davide Ongaro, and just missing out on a podium in Nitro Buggy after a flame out.  Now in its third season, the latest Asian Buggy Championship encounter takes place at Pine Hills Dirt Racing track from July 16-20th with the trip marking 22-year-old Iivonen’s first visit to Australia.  On the announcement the Mayako Youth Mentoring Program driver said, ‘I am really looking forward to travelling for the first time to Australia.  Last race in Manila was awesome, and I really liked how everything worked really well.  I really look forward to being back in the ABC series.’

Source: Asian Buggy Championships [Facebook]


June 30, 2025

R1 Wurks B7 Ultra-Light Pro Slipper Eliminator System

R1 Wurks has released its latest iteration of their slipper eliminator system for the Team Associated B7 platform.  The focus of the Ultra-Lightweight Pro Slipper Eliminator System is on significant weight reduction, particularly in areas affecting rotational inertia, resulting in faster drivetrain spool-up, improved acceleration, and enhanced overall efficiency.  This was achieved by eliminating traditional gear-mounting screws and replacing them with a single lightweight aluminium nut, which not only reduces rotational mass but also ensures a secure, warp-free gear mount.  The Ultra lightweight comes in at just 3.4 grams (excluding gear weight) and comes with lightweight R1 Wurks titanium top shaft screw, an aluminum Lock nut, and is compatible with most aftermarket gears, including Kimbrough (gear not included).  The system comes complete with its own 8mm wrench.

View system mounted here


June 26, 2025

Mugen Seiki MSB1 Option Parts

New from Mugen Seiki are a number of option parts for its MSB1 1:10 2WD Buggy.  The release includes a new -4mm Chassis, which as the title suggests is shorter, with the 4mm removed from behind the battery of the standard chassis.   This is said to improve turning ability on both carpet or dirt high-grip surfaces.  Also in the release are universal joint rear driveshafts which allow the suspension move more smoothly compare to the kit standard CVA drive shafts.  The standard 67mm CVA bones have also been updated.   While the standard may come out of the outdrive depending on the position of the inner hinge pin, the new 68mm CVA helps expand the range of suspension setup.  Additionally the Japanese manufacturer has added a range of new 2.5mm shock pistons.

View driveshafts here


June 26, 2025

WIRC Racing SBX4E 1:8 Buggy

Following the release of their new 1:8 Nitro Competition Buggy earlier this month, WIRC Racing has now released the electric version of the SBX4 platform.  The SBX4E gets new rear suspension system and reinforced front hubs like the nitro model, but on the electric side get a new motor and electronics layout.  It also get new adjustable battery pack holders.

View more images here


June 26, 2025

VP-Pro Shock Boots

VP Pro is now offering their 1:8 Shock Boots in a range of vibrant colours.  Intended to protect exposed shock absorber shafts against flying rocks, dirt, and mud, they can also enhance the scale appearance of your suspension.  Made of high quality rubber material their flexible accordion style results in better durability and easier installation.  Following the initial stealth black release, there are now more bright colours with fluorescent yellow, retro pink, forest green and vibrant orange.  They are sold as a bag of 4pcs as front or rear boots.

Source: VP Pro [vp-racing.com]


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