Round 2 of the Xray Racing Series Greece was held recently at the Fanatix Racing Track and in Touring Modified it was Papachristos who took the pole position with some swift lap times. In leg 1 of the A-mains Papachristos took the win by just two tenths over Ioannidis. In leg 2 he won again with a 5 second gap over Nikolakopoulos while Ioannidis suffered from worn belt and a DNF. Finally in leg 3, Ioannidis passed Papachristos after a mistake the latter made and he lapped everybody finishing 1st in the last leg for the overall runner-up spot with Nikolakopoulos finishing 3rd, securing P3 overall.

Touring Modified top 5 results:
1. Papachristos – Xray
2. Ioannidis – Xray
3. Nikolakopoulos – Xray
4. Gavrilidis – Xray
5. Molinas – Xray

In the Touring Stock category it was Ioannidis who set the pace from early on. In qualifying he shattered his own track record by six tenths thus taking the pole position. In leg 1 and leg 2 Ioannidis set the pace and won both legs. Meanwhile, there was a battle between Papadopoulos and Konstatopoulos in all the legs with Papadopoulos finally taking P2 and Konstatopoulos P3 overall.

Touring Stock top 5 results:
1. Ioannidis – Xray
2. Papadopoulos – Xray
3. Konstatopoulos – Xray
4. Kalantzakis – Xray
5. Nerantzis – Xray

In the Pan Car category there was a nice fight between Papachristos and Nikolakopoulos, with the latter taking pole position. In leg 1 and after a tough race between them, Papachristos took the win with Nikolakopoulos having a problem and not finishing. In the remaining legs there were good fights between them and finally Nikolakopoulos finishished P1 overall, with Papachristos behind him and Kazoglou completing the podium.

Pan Car top 5 results:
1. Nikolakopoulos – Xray
2. Papachristos – Xray
3. Kazoglou – Xray
4. Papadopoulos – Xray
5. Zogogiannis – Xray

Nitro Stock was a one man show. Young gun Theodoropoulos took the pole position and was fast and consistent clearing the race. Behind him was another young gun, Kalantzakis in front of Kritikos who recovered from car reliability problems.

Nitro Stock top 3 results:
1. Theodoropoulos – Xray
2. Kalantzakis – Xray
3. Kritikos – Xray

 

Source: http://www.redrc.net/2018/02/xray-racing-series-greece-rd2-report/ 

Hudy have introduced their new aluminium tool stand that helps to organise work and pit spaces. The stand is machined from high-quality aluminium and it comes black anodised and with laser-etched Hudy graphics. It features multiple machined holes for tools and smaller diameter holes to hold various equipment such body reamers, clutch tools, pliers, scissors, tweezers, gauges, glue, pens or whatever other tools are needed. The integrated parts tray is great for holding assorted screws, nuts, body clips, but also small accessories, support blocks, solder, oils, greases, and more. Machined silver edge details give the tool holder a professional touch.

Source: http://www.redrc.net/2018/02/hudy-aluminium-tool-stand/, www.hudy.net

Hudy have introduced their new aluminium parts tray. It is machined from high-quality aluminium and comes black anodised and with laser-etched lettering and graphics. Four machined compartments of various sizes help to organise hardware, two holes take differentials during building, maintenance and setup and 4mm and 5mm holes allow to hold bullet-type connectors for easier soldering. Additional screw length scales help to source the correct screw during building and machined chamfered edges make for convenient usage and cool looks.

Source: http://www.redrc.net/2018/02/hudy-aluminium-parts-tray/ www.hudy.net 

Despite the harsh weather conditions, HPI Challenge Trials succesfully concluded on 21 January 2018 at Fanatix Racing Track (www.frt.gr). 

In view of HPI Challenge championship 2018 to be shortly announced, drivers and event organiser, Fanatix Models, had to test cars, equipment and race regulations.

Both veterans and newbies struggled to find pace and grip due to wet asphalt however, they enjoyed it too much thus offering funny moments and spectacle to all bystanders.

Now, everybody looks forward to getting on the grip for the first round of the HPI Challenge 2018.

www.frt.gr, www.hpiracing.com 

RCfanatix.com congratulates the XRAY Racing Series (XRS), Greece Champions for racing season 2017 and wishes them all the best in 2018 too!!!

See you champs at the XRS Grand Final which is going to take place on 4th - 6th May 2018 in Hudy Arena, Trencin, Slovakia. 

www.teamxray.com , www.rcfanatix.com, www.rcnewsnet.com 

It proved a fierce battle between world-class factory driver Thilo Tödtmann and local champion Vassilis Lykaris until the very last round. Finally, Thillo succeded in taking the win leaving behind him Vassilis by 0.2 of a second! Local Labros Tsiklitiras completed the podium helped by his wise and rock steady performance. 

The fans extremely enjoyed the spectacle all the drivers offered and the beutiful sunny day we had at Fanatix Racing Track

(www.frt.gr).