New UK RC Distribution Company, RC Disco, has announced the appointment of its new Managing Director. Company founder Jason Dearden is pleased to welcome experienced racer, salesman & promoter Greg Hill (left) to take on the day to day management of this new enterprise. Jason said “Greg’s massive RC experience (both nitro & electric) plus his friendly personality is just what our customers need. I was delighted to be able to offer Greg this opportunity”. Greg had the following to say:

It’s exciting to be involved from the beginning of something like this. Xray put out some of the best product in the racing scene; their combination of quality & performance is unrivalled. Everyone knows and respects Hudy product, it’s simply the best. We are just getting a building & phones sorted; and we talking to other brands, so hopefully some more announcements soon.

RC Disco are also looking for staff to join the team, so if you are passionate about RC and have relevant experience then send in your CV to the distribution@rcdisco.com

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Greg Hill appointed MD at RC Disco

Reedy introduce VMX power for your high-performance 1:16 scale Traxxas E-Revo VXL and Slash VXL models. These VMX Concept 7.2V 1600mAh battery are assembled using Intellect IB1600 2/3A cells. Developed for competition, this cell incorporates the same construction and features found in Intellect’s World Championship winning sub-C cells. The result is a battery pack that produces world-class power and duration thanks to its high capacity and low internal resistance. Completely assembled with durable, low resistance connections, they come equipped with heavy-duty 16AWG wires coupled with a Traxxas High-Current Connector for plug-and-play operation.

Source: Reedy [rc10.com]

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Reedy VMX Concept 7.2V 1600mAh pack

Xray releases this luxury softshell jacket made from next-generation, high-tech softshell material that offers light weight while giving excellent warmth, great for outdoor racing in windy or colder weather. To keep out the elements and keep in your body heat, all zippers and pockets are sealed against water, wind, and other elements. The microfleece interior ensures excellent thermal retention and the highest degree of comfort. The blue exterior sports the Xray and Xray Racing Team logos on the front and back.

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Xray Softshell Jacket

Andy Griffiths has rejoined Team V-Dezign after racing for the Hot Bodies team for the past 2 years. Andy, a former European Champion, multiple British Champion and multiple Euros and Worlds A finalist, joined the team for one season back in 2006 and in that time had a successful campaign with 10 wins out of 12 in the British nationals with the V-Dezign Carpet Ripper ‘07. Together with the car’s designer Vesa Yli, they both made the 2007 Euros A main, with Andy finishing 4th and Vesa 10th after the finals. For more information as well as an interview with Andy, head on over to the V-Dezign website here.

Source: V-Dezign [v-dezign.net]

Andy Griffiths rejoins V-Dezign