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Hey guys. I thought I would keep you updated on the dates of some of the major race events coming up in 2011. Here is a listing of a few.

2011 ROAR National Race Events:

Electric On Road Carpet Nationals
March 24 – March 27, 2011
Timezone II, LaCenter, WA

Fuel Off Road 8th Scale Nationals
June 2 – June 5, 2011
Thunder Alley RC Raceway, Beaumont, CA

Electric On Road Paved Nationals
July 28 – July 31, 2011
Jackson R/C Racing Assoc., Jackson, NJ

Electric Off Road 10th Scale Nationals
August 11 – August 14, 2011
Nor-Cal Hobbies, Union City, CA

Electric Off Road 8th Scale Nationals
September 8 – September 11, 2011
Hobbytown Hobbyplex Raceway, Omaha, NE

Fuel On Road Nationals
September 22 – September 25, 2011
Control Freakz, Chaplin, CT

2011 IFMAR World Champtionship Events:

IFMAR World Championships 1:8 IC Track
April 7-17, 2011
Homestead, Florida USA

IFMAR World Championships 1:10 Electric Buggy
July 16-24, 2011
Vaasa, Finland

Stay up to date with our blog here at RCNightmare.com for more event updates!!

This just in from LRP – the new LRP SXX Stock Spec Version 2 with the ADPCmax2 software is the top of the line speed control in its class and will boost stock racing into a new dimension. Version 1 took RC racing by storm when it was introduced in the market. It has been used for IFMAR WC title 2008-2009 and numerous other national and international wins. The new version is perfectly adjusted for the use in combination with stock motors, the new SXX Stock Spec Version 2 with the ADPCmax2 software is the top of the line speed control in its class and will boost stock racing into a new dimension.

Here are some of the  most important updates of the Version 2:

• Improved, tougher specifications
• USB software update on www.LRP.cc
• Dual ADPCmax2 software
• Higher performance!

Below are the features:

• Improved, tougher specifications: Improved soft- and hardware for maximum reliability
• USB Software Updateability: Benefit from all the latest performance improvements and updates available at www.LRP.cc!
• Dual ADPCmax2 Software: Independent adjustment of “Feel” and “Boost” for maximum flexibility and highest power in all classes, for all types of battery cells and motors
• TwinBEC: A true BEC revolution! Constant 6V/3A output with 3.0V to 7.4V batteries. No receiver battery with 1S LiPo needed.
• Revolutionary Internal Temp Check System 3: Allows you to read out the maximum internal temperature for each the speedo and motor.
• AutoCell System 2 (3.0V to 7.4V input voltage): Fully adjustable cut off system for all types of cells.
• Extra small size: 30.5x33x21mm for easy installation in all cars
• C3 Technology: Revolutionary Copper Core Cooling technology for lowest running temperature.

The Kyosho Inferno series has established and unrivaled record of success with a total of 8 Off-Road World Championship Victories. The machine that was driven to victory by Team Kyosho International driver Cody King is now ready for all 1/8 buggy fans to own. It has a revised design of the front and rear suspension holder adds strength so the TKI 2 can take on the hardest courses the world has to offer. Also, the battery position has been re-located to the front for improved balance and control under many different conditions. As the name indicates, you can discover what its like to drive the world’s fastest off-road machine with the Inferno MP9 TKI 2 WC (World Champion) Limited Edition. Read on »»

Byron Fuels continues to confirm its 2011 team with the announcement that Ty Tessmann is continuing his representation of Byron Race Gen2. When asked, Ty had this to say about his association with Byron Fuels,

“I am looking forward to another successful year running Byron Fuels. It is an awesome product that provides me consistent power and good run time. I would like to thank all the Byron staff for their continued support. I am excited about the upcoming season with my sponsors.”

Marc Jensen of Byron Originals says the company could not ask for better representation on or off the track and is pleased to have Ty on board for another season.