Maximum Overkill - Kirk Dabney - Interview - Land Speed Record Attempt
Posted:
2/2/2010
More JConcepts Punishment in '10
Posted:
2/1/2010
Another Punishing Weekend for
Ryan Maifield and JConcepts
Location: Columbus, Ohio Date: January 23-24, 2010 Event: 2010 Winter Midwest Championships Race Reporter: JConcepts Team
Kicking off ’10 in style the CRCRC club creates a
2-week home to some of the world’s fastest drivers competing for that first win
of the New Year at the Annual Winter Midwest Championships. JConcepts driver
Ryan Maifield with his RC8T-CE won the 1/8th truck class and TQ’ed the 1/8th
buggy class with JConcepts tires and accessories. Also in on the action for
JConcepts and AE was Florida driver JR Mitch. With both drivers having recent
success at the JConcepts Clash, just a month earlier it was business as usual
for this AE powerhouse.
In the 1/8th buggy class Ryan chose the JConcepts
Bar Codes in blue compound to tackle the field in qualifying and the Double Dees
V2 tire for the 45 minute A-main. JR Mitch utilizing the same combination
qualified 5th in a field of heavy-weight contenders and was a factor throughout
the main events.
In the 1/8th truck division, Ryan Maifield put his
RC8T-CE out front early in the A-main running on the Sevens tire in blue
compound. Ryan, The "Truggy Master" had it on 100% attack - mode for the entire
race, finishing a lap ahead of the competition. JR Mitch was running quick and
was up front early, also on the Sevens in blue compound. After 45 minutes of
brutal action, Ryan cruised in for another well deserved win with JConcepts.
Photos Courtesy – Brent Thielke – Team
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JConcepts - Slash 4x4 compatibility and Manta Sneak peek
Posted:
1/12/2010
The Slash 4x4 is the hottest new truck on the
market. JConcepts has this exciting new vehicle covered with all the latest
bodies, tires and wheels.
The following JConcepts products are Slash 4x4
compatible or direct fit.
Bodies -
0076 - Iluzion - Slash - Truth body
0080 - Illuzion - BAJR - Traxxas Slash Desert body
0086 - Illuzion - Dare - Traxxas Slash body
Tires -
3041 - Goose Bumps - green compound (fits SCT 3.0" x 2.2" wheel
Coming soon –
0064 - Illuzion - Slash, Slash 4x4 and SC10 - Manta body
JConcepts New Accessory and T-shirt Release
Posted:
1/2/2010
Racing Bag - Small (includes plastic inner
drawers)
Part # - 2037
UPC Code - 845937001603
Retail price - $55.00
(Fits various 1/10th and 1/16th vehicles, spares, tires and accessories)
The Small JConcepts Racing Bag, is a compact,
multi-purpose equipment bag that can be used for about any of your R/C needs.
Its design and proportions allow you to store and transfer just about any
combination of compact R/C equipment you desire. There is enough room for 1/10th
scale buggies, 1/16th scale vehicles or touring cars as well as room for radio
gear, tools, tires, or various other R/C gear. This racing bag has heavy
JConcepts imagery and logos printed on each end as well as the sides and top.
The front-load Velcro® design combined with composite inner liner allow for easy
access to all drawers individually.
The two composite drawers with divider make the
inner workings of the JConcepts racing bag nothing short of spectacular for the
organization- minded racer. When assembled, the bag is 18”L x 14"H x 12"W.
I dare you. The challenge everyone has faced including JConcepts. JConcepts
dares to be different with the latest introduction for the 1/16th Slash, the
Dare body. Cut through desert type terrain like never before with the latest
style JConcepts has to offer.
The Dare is different and specifically designed for
one of the hottest truck in R/C – the 1/16th Traxxas Slash. As the saying goes,
if it looks good, than it runs good. Well JConcepts has taken that saying to
higher ground with the Dare body. Starting with the visor mock lights this truck
appears to be headed in the right direction. The Dare represents the latest in
trends by offering a completely redesigned off-road truck body. The cab, bed and
fenders are all areas of focus on the Dare and without disappointment the new
1/16th Slash body slides into the front of the pack. In addition, one of the
highlights of the styling cues includes extra fender clearance to eliminate
troublesome tire rubbing issues.
Everyone knows that the Slash is all about fun and
the inevitable Dare from the competition. Be the first, top off your Slash with
the new body by JConcepts, I dare you.
Features:
Original JConcepts – Dare desert based styling
Off-road inspired body, cab and window design
Realistic visor mock lights with decals
Clear heavy-duty polycarbonate with protective film
Window masks and detailed decal sheet
Extra wheel well clearance for more consistent
performance
For the ultimate in form and function, JConcepts introduces the Hi-Flow body for
the Kyosho RT5. The Illuzion “Hi-Flow” styling presents a flowing design while
incorporating many radical edge styling details for additional style and
performance. Race inspired aggressive styling, Illuzionized cab and cove hood
scoop combined with a durable flowing bed design are just some of the features
that make the new Illuzion "Hi-Flow" body stand out from the rest.
Features:
Original Illuzion styling
Race inspired body design
Illuzionized narrow cab and cove hood scoop
Clear heavy-duty thickness polycarbonate with
protective film
When racing on a loamy or top soil track surface the
inside of the Blitz chassis can become loaded with dirt or debris which creates
extra weight. With the JConcepts over-tray these worries are minimized with the
simple and functional over-tray. Fitting nicely under the body; the JConcepts
over-tray hugs the outside dimension of the Blitz chassis protecting the inside
from unwanted excess dirt and debris build-up during racing conditions. By
minimizing resting surface area the void and protrusion free design is all about
performance.
The over-tray is snug around the entire chassis
structure while being attached in the rear with blue anodized thumbscrews and a
slide-in fit in the front for easy access. The over-tray is built with extra
height and rake to provide extra room for various electrical and battery
configurations.
Features:
Original JConcepts simple design and function
Includes blue anodized thumbscrews and 4-40 alloy
setscrews
Durable clear polycarbonate material can be painted
or wrapped
Plenty of clearance for various electrical and
battery configurations
JConcepts - World Proven Innovation and Design
*over-tray shown is trimmed and mounted, actual part
comes clear and untrimmed.
JConcepts New Tire Releases - Subcultures and Sevens
Posted:
12/8/2009
Subcultures, the new three tier design from
JConcepts are the latest in 1/8th buggy tire development. It’s a whole new world
down within the tread as the Subcultures are the first 1/8th buggy tire with
three tier lug technology. The precisely spaced pyramid shaped tread provides
the initial feel and control for hard packed, loose and loamy conditions while
the step base give the necessary height for wet and soft conditions. At the very
base of the Subcultures is a mesh of tread which provides grip at a time when
most tires are left bald.
Available in yellow, blue and orange compound and with and without inserts the
Subcultures are a specialty tire that when matched to the appropriate track can
provide the performance and all around tire that racers dream of.
The Subcultures are a part of the JConcepts special breed of tire, designed for
maximum performance when new or used as the design allows even wear all the way
down to the tire body. Subcultures in new condition excel on hard or soft
surfaces that are either dry, wet or where mixed conditions are present. Worn
Subcultures on the second or third tier of lugs excel on surfaces where a groove
has formed with minimal dust buildup.
As a driver, looking for a competitive edge is
routine and with JConcepts you will look no further than the Sevens. Sevens are
a result of 2-years of research and development on the world and national 1/8th
buggy circuit. The Sevens are a well thought out design incorporating the small
pin design of the Double Dee’s combined with directional and functional
undertones which produce increased grip while reducing wear.
Wear is always the trade off when going to a small pin tire and with the Sevens
these worries are a thing of the past. Running qualifiers and main events on the
same quick tire is now possible. Sevens are a world leading tire combination
right out of the package, the unique Sevens lug technology combined with the
sticky yellow and blue compound allow the flexibility necessary to compete on
even the most demanding surfaces for an extended period of time
The JConcepts Sevens excel on hard packed or blue groove conditions where the
track surface has started to take rubber. Drivers will feel the immediate impact
of the exclusive design and proprietary rubber compound as they rip around the
track at blistering speeds.
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