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Event: 2009 Short Course Nationals
Location: Enfield, Connecticut
Date: July 25-26, 2009
Classes: Electric / Nitro Short Course
Race Reporter: JConcepts Team

Goose Bumps rule the Short Course Competition in Enfield Connecticut.

JConcepts Goose Bumps are the tire to have in Short Course Racing; just ask Scott Brown who pulled off a hat trick in the Short Course classes at the 2009 Short Course Nationals.  Held at an R/C Madness constructed facility, the Short Course drivers had to endure many changing and developing conditions throughout the weekend.  The track went from an early mud bog then into a grippy qualifying surface, the Short Course Nationals conditions were always on the move.

Finishing on somewhat slippery, dry conditions, Scott Brown driving the Team Associated SC10, SC8 and SC8E completely dominated the competition with superior driving and on target products from JConcepts.  Competition was tight and emotion ran heavy in the Modified Short Course division and with a race between two of the sports most highly respected drivers the battle did not disappoint.   Scott Brown reigned supreme and added another national title for the JConcepts Goose Bumps.

By popular demand JConcepts is bringing the Rulux design to short course racing.  Available for the SC10 and Slash, Rulux wheels are 1:1 inspired and offer a look that is unmistakably JConcepts.  No detail has been missed with these beauties as the Rulux wheel incorporates a lug nut and spoke affect that emulates the real thing.   Wheel profile, interior and exterior ribbing and spoke design were all areas of focus while creating the combination of durability, clearance, functionality and appearance.

With white and black colors to choose from, being unique is worry free as practically any paint scheme can be matched to these exciting new wheels.   The hassle-free and lightweight 1-piece design creates the ultimate race and show wheel for any competition. (more…)

Event: Watermelon Classic
Location: Aiken, South Carolina
Date: July 25-26, 2009
Classes: 1/8th Nitro
Race Reporter: JConcepts Team

The 2009 Watermelon Classic held in Aiken, South Carolina, continued the tradition of fast competition, close racing, and challenging conditions.

JConcepts was well represented in all classes however it was the Pro Buggy Class A-main which highlighted the weekend.  The Pro 1/8 Pro Buggy main was a battle throughout with JConcepts tires taking 4 of the top ten spots.  Brandon Melton with his Team Associated RC8B and Barry Pettit with his Mugen MBX6, both on JConcepts tires, battled early for the lead and the 2 looked poised for a 1-2 finish.   At the completion of the hard fought race it was Pettit taking the win with Melton taking a solid 4th place finish. Tim Smith and John McGinty were also on JConcepts tires and finished in the A-main.

Barry’s winning combination for the difficult Aiken track condition was JConcepts Crossbows in Blue compound, Illuzion – MBX-6 body and Mono racing wheels.

Event: ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nationals
Location: Leisure Hours Raceway – Joliet, Illinois
Date: July 16-19, 2009
Classes: 1/8th Nitro
Race Reporter: Jason Ruona

JConcepts punishes the competition at the ROAR Fuel Nationals.

Unbeaten is the best way to describe the ROAR Fuel Nationals in 1/8^th truck for Ryan Maifield and JConcepts.    It’s true, from the 1^st qualifier all the way through the mains Ryan Maifield with his JConcepts equipped RC8T was unbeaten.   TQ’ing every round of qualifying and winning the 45 minute A-main, Ryan was on a mission to defend his ROAR national title.  In addition, Ryan was the only driver all weekend to turn in a 12 lap qualifying run and he did it not once but twice.

In the 1/8^th buggy class Maifield was also successful.  Driving his JConcepts equipped Associated RC8B, Ryan charged to the front of the pack during the 45 minute A-main and let it all hang out with about 10 minutes to go.  Making it a great race down the stretch, Ryan made up valuable time and made the pass for 2^nd with minimal time left on the clock.  With his sights set on the leader Adam Drake, Ryan pulled out all the stops and raced to within 7 seconds of the lead, but time had run out.  Crossing the finish line for an impressive 2^nd place finish Ryan capped off one of the most spectacular nationals in recent memory.

Ryan was not alone in the A-main as JConcepts teammate and Florida driver JR Mitch won the semi final A giving him the 12^th position in the A-main.  JR raced throughout all of qualifying with the same set of yellow compound JConcepts Crowbars tires dropping his fastest time in each of the last 3 qualifiers earning many top 10 finishes throughout the weekend.   In the A-main, JR went with the same combination as Maifield and chose the yellow compound JConcepts Crossbows.   This proved to be the correct choice as Maifield absolutely blistered the track in the A-main turning the fast lap of the race at 31.760.

Punishing the competition at such an important race is a rare feat but Ryan was up to the task very early in the week and it started with mounting the new Illuzion – Punisher body.   The prototype Punisher body gave a confidence inspiring performance and made Ryan’s truck an instant hit with fellow competitors.

In addition to the new Punisher body, Ryan’s winning truck utilized the JConcepts Cross Hairs tires, prototype Mono wheels and Illuzion rear wing.   The Cross Hairs were the hot ticket on the abrasive yet rough Leisure Hours track condition and other drivers took notice.  Since the very first photos of the JConcepts Cross Hairs were unveiled with a victory at the Manufacturers Cup in July of 2008, this tire and design concept has been on a winning rampage and has been enamored by all.

While winning races and turning heads around the world, many have tried to emulate the design and performance of the original narrow carcass, light weight durable design of the Cross Hairs but have failed.    The design is behind the performance, with the combination of driver feedback and JConcepts development, the product line of JConcepts has exploded and results speak for themselves.

When you are looking for highest performance, punish the competition with JConcepts.

For more information and the JConcepts blog feed from the ROAR nationals please visit www.jconceptsracing.net

Illuzion – Slash over-tray – protects chassis from excessive debris

Part # – 2052
UPC Code – 845937003478
Retail price – $20.00
(Fits Traxxas Slash)

When racing on a loamy or top soil track surface the inside of the Slash 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 Slash chassis protecting the inside from unwanted excess dirt and debris build-up during racing conditions.

The over-tray is snug around the entire chassis structure while being attached in the front with screws and a body clip in the rear 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
• 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.

Congratulations to Ryan Maifield on an Impressive Weekend – TQ’ing all four rounds of qualifying, and absolutely running away with the A Final, holding his blistering pace the entire 45 minutes.

Even with some unfortunate mishaps in qualifying, Ryan was also able to qualify 4th in the 1/8th Buggy division, and finished in the 2nd position after the arduous main event.