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2013 Nitro Challenge – Final Qualifying Results

2013 Nitro Challenge – Final Qualifying Results

It was another late night, but qualifying for the 2013 The Dirt Nitro Challenge is officially over. It’s nothing but heads-up racing from here on out for the nitro classes, which includes 40+, Open, and Pro Truck on Saturday and the same divisions for Buggy on Sunday. We’ll also have 1/10-scale short course racing on […]
2013 Nitro Challenge – Day Two, Round Two

2013 Nitro Challenge – Day Two, Round Two

Just like yesterday, the first round TQ sealed the deal early and left everyone fighting for the second spot on the grid. Kyosho’s Jared Tebo drove his red, white, and blue Kyosho to a commanding 6-second gap over the field, gaining a valuable advantage heading into Sunday’s 60-minute final as he goes for yet another […]

2013 Nitro Challenge – Day Two, First Round

2013 Nitro Challenge – Day Two, First Round

Buggy qualifying is underway at the Fear Farm, and it took just a few corners into the first heat this morning to see that the rough track surface, with edges and inconsistent spots created by Wednesday’s rain storm, wreaked much more havoc on the cars than during yesterday’s truggy qualifying. A familiar face jumped to […]
2013 Nitro Challenge – Ronda Drake Interview

2013 Nitro Challenge – Ronda Drake Interview

We caught up with Ronda Drake, wife of the TLR pro and Pro Truck TQ here at the Fear Farm Adam Drake, to talk about his success and Ronda’s own racing efforts at the Nitro Challenge.

2013 Nitro Challenge – Day One Recap

2013 Nitro Challenge – Day One Recap

The 14th annual The Dirt Nitro Challenge got off to a strange start, with a storm bringing rain and snow (yes, snow in Arizona) to the track surface and cancelling Wednesday’s practice before the first round was completed. Rain is not at all unusual for this race, which has been plagued with strange weather over […]
XRAY XB9 1/8 Off-Road Nitro 4WD Buggy

XRAY XB9 1/8 Off-Road Nitro 4WD Buggy

XRAY announces that they have updated the XB9 with tons of new features. Check them all out in the press release below: Juraj Hudy and the XRAY Engineering and Racing Teams have conceptualized and built the XB9 platform based on long-term experience and achievements. The 2013 XB9 is the next evolution of the XRAY off-road […]

JConcepts Finnisher 1/8 Buggy Wing

JConcepts Finnisher 1/8 Buggy Wing

We 1st told you about this new wing being spotted at the IFMAR 1/8 Off-Road Nitro Worlds, and today JConcepts has officially announced it to the public. Check out the press release below for more info: JConcepts releases revolutionary 1/8th rear wing with adjustable gurney and JConcepts dynamic flare. Aerodynamics is a key point on […]
JConcepts Silencer Body For The Mugen MBX-7

JConcepts Silencer Body For The Mugen MBX-7

JConcepts now offers their new Silencer body design for the World Champ Mugen MBX-7 buggy. Check out the press release below for more: JConcepts, out to Silence the competition in Buenos Aires, Argentina, debuts new Silencer body design at IFMAR World Championships. Leading up to the 2012 IFMAR World Championships the JConcepts design team was […]

Kyosho Ready Set 1/7 Nitro Scorpion XXL Buggy

Kyosho Ready Set 1/7 Nitro Scorpion XXL Buggy

Previously the Scorpion XXL buggy was only available as an electric vehicle, but now Kyosho offers it in a nitro package complete with a .28 size engine, 2.4Ghz radio system, and more. Check out all he details below: The Scorpion XXL borrows the name from one of Kyosho’s legendary racing machines, and it incorporates some […]
Orion Marathon LiPo RX Battery Pack

Orion Marathon LiPo RX Battery Pack

These new RX packs boast a large capacity rating and are available in a hump layout. Check out the press release below for more info: With a capacity of 2500mAh and a very precisely built semi-soft case these batteries will give you more run time and more stable voltage throughout the race. The pack is […]

O.S. Engine 12XZ Speed Spec III

O.S. Engine 12XZ Speed Spec III

This new engine is packed with features like a new cylinder liner and piston for more torque and fuel mileage, plus a redesigned head button for better performance and improved acceleration. Check out all the details in the press release below: O.S. engineers have taken superior Speed Spec performance to the next level! In addition […]
HB D812 1/8 Nitro Buggy Kit

HB D812 1/8 Nitro Buggy Kit

This new buggy features lightweight drivetrain gears, graphite steering knuckle arms, CVD boots, and big bore threaded aluminum shocks. Check out all the features in the official press release below: Introducing the D812 buggy from the minds at HB! This buggy embodies the latest refinements and improvements that have come directly from the HB racing […]
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