367LikesMayako
07-13-2022, 06:00 AM
#511
Tech Fanatic
07-13-2022, 08:50 AM
#512
"It's the next evolution of the JQ sadely. - He wants to be like his idol Kanai, but in reality lacks the ability to design an test a car for everyone other than his driving style"
Apparently, this post didn't age well.
It seems JQ did a sterling job of designing a car that Ronnefalk can drive to a Euros win.
That's an excellent foundation to build on.
Apparently, this post didn't age well.
It seems JQ did a sterling job of designing a car that Ronnefalk can drive to a Euros win.
That's an excellent foundation to build on.
07-13-2022, 11:35 AM
#513
not working for tessman since his switch... and maifield has been able to dominate consistently since his switch
07-13-2022, 12:40 PM
#514
- Won Pro Nitro Buggy at the 2021 Psycho Nitro Blast in White Pine, TN.
- 2021 and 2019 US Open Fuel Champion in Nitro Buggy and eBuggy in Canutillo, TX.
- 2nd in 2018 (Perth, Australia).
- Took down the Nitro Truggy title at the 2019 Alabama Manufacturers Shootout inCullman, AL.
- Won Pro Truggy in 2018 and Pro Buggy in 2017 at the AMainHobbies Manufacturers Cup (Silver Dollar R/C Raceway – Chico, CA)
JQ really has done some amazing things for the hobby and taken to next level. I would love to run his car but the economics of membership and limited access to parts does not work for me. At the end of day the traditional hobby shop model just works better for me.
07-13-2022, 12:47 PM
#515
Hate to break it to you… but his performance went down hill ever since he switched.. downhill in comparison to himself prior.. his wins are few and far between compared to when he was with HB…
07-13-2022, 02:27 PM
#517
Tech Master
Hows it not working for Tessman with Xray. This doesn’t even show all the 2nd and third places. Hate to break it to you butter cup, but with the current kits on the market no single kit has an advantage over another. I know JQ likes to say c-hub is superior but just look at the euros final. This just further confirms it about the driving and set up. Had Ongaro and Burak not had issues who know we might have a different winner. Majority Pillow ball cars in main. I always tell people get what’s popular at your track and fits your budget. Don’t buy a car because it cool or won a major race.
JQ really has done some amazing things for the hobby and taken to next level. I would love to run his car but the economics of membership and limited access to parts does not work for me. At the end of day the traditional hobby shop model just works better for me.
- Won Pro Nitro Buggy at the 2021 Psycho Nitro Blast in White Pine, TN.
- 2021 and 2019 US Open Fuel Champion in Nitro Buggy and eBuggy in Canutillo, TX.
- 2nd in 2018 (Perth, Australia).
- Took down the Nitro Truggy title at the 2019 Alabama Manufacturers Shootout inCullman, AL.
- Won Pro Truggy in 2018 and Pro Buggy in 2017 at the AMainHobbies Manufacturers Cup (Silver Dollar R/C Raceway – Chico, CA)
JQ really has done some amazing things for the hobby and taken to next level. I would love to run his car but the economics of membership and limited access to parts does not work for me. At the end of day the traditional hobby shop model just works better for me.
07-13-2022, 02:35 PM
#518
Tech Master
We'll see!
I think Tekno sell for all the reasons you state - they don't necessarily have to win to get their sales now - they're well established.
The fact that they do well at races in the hands of regular Joe's and make decent bashers is all the acumen they need.
Mayako on the other hand - they have a USP with the subscription. Now they have a major win under their belt - it's going to have to help, surely?
JQ placed his car, his concept - into the hands of someone hungry enough to win. Let's be honest - nobody saw this result coming. But they earnt it and clearly the car works.
Now, tell me....about that invisible speed..... Ka-ching!
Well done JQ for sticking with it. I reckon there'll be more big names queuing up for a drive come world's time after this.
I think Tekno sell for all the reasons you state - they don't necessarily have to win to get their sales now - they're well established.
The fact that they do well at races in the hands of regular Joe's and make decent bashers is all the acumen they need.
Mayako on the other hand - they have a USP with the subscription. Now they have a major win under their belt - it's going to have to help, surely?
JQ placed his car, his concept - into the hands of someone hungry enough to win. Let's be honest - nobody saw this result coming. But they earnt it and clearly the car works.
Now, tell me....about that invisible speed..... Ka-ching!
Well done JQ for sticking with it. I reckon there'll be more big names queuing up for a drive come world's time after this.
07-13-2022, 03:10 PM
#519
No, not joking - just talking figuratively, rather than literally.
Obviously, the team knew that winning the race was not only possible, but within reach- especially with the 3rd place in qualifying and an excellent fuel strategy. It still required the right drive and Ronnefalk delivered.
During the first 15 or so minutes of the final, nobody was shouting 'Ronnefalk's got this race in the bag'.
People on the whole wouldn't have put money on it, despite the win with E buggy at DNC.
At the end of the day, it was a super close race and nobody can be in any doubt that the car works, against a quality field with 4 other brands in the top 5, 3 of whom finished on 80 laps also.
Interestingly, the outright fastest lap went to Coelho - demonstrating consistency is more important than outright pace, especially over 45 minutes.
It's only my opinion, but I think that this win is more relevant than the ebuggy win at DNC.
Obviously, the team knew that winning the race was not only possible, but within reach- especially with the 3rd place in qualifying and an excellent fuel strategy. It still required the right drive and Ronnefalk delivered.
During the first 15 or so minutes of the final, nobody was shouting 'Ronnefalk's got this race in the bag'.
People on the whole wouldn't have put money on it, despite the win with E buggy at DNC.
At the end of the day, it was a super close race and nobody can be in any doubt that the car works, against a quality field with 4 other brands in the top 5, 3 of whom finished on 80 laps also.
Interestingly, the outright fastest lap went to Coelho - demonstrating consistency is more important than outright pace, especially over 45 minutes.
It's only my opinion, but I think that this win is more relevant than the ebuggy win at DNC.
07-13-2022, 03:23 PM
#520
I'll be honest regards local hobby stores - they're getting fewer and further in between.
My nearest store is 60 miles away and has limited choice.
Everything we buy now is done online now, right? Especially since covid screwed everyone over.
My nearest store is 60 miles away and has limited choice.
Everything we buy now is done online now, right? Especially since covid screwed everyone over.
07-13-2022, 06:23 PM
#521
No, not joking - just talking figuratively, rather than literally.
Obviously, the team knew that winning the race was not only possible, but within reach- especially with the 3rd place in qualifying and an excellent fuel strategy. It still required the right drive and Ronnefalk delivered.
During the first 15 or so minutes of the final, nobody was shouting 'Ronnefalk's got this race in the bag'.
People on the whole wouldn't have put money on it, despite the win with E buggy at DNC.
At the end of the day, it was a super close race and nobody can be in any doubt that the car works, against a quality field with 4 other brands in the top 5, 3 of whom finished on 80 laps also.
Interestingly, the outright fastest lap went to Coelho - demonstrating consistency is more important than outright pace, especially over 45 minutes.
It's only my opinion, but I think that this win is more relevant than the ebuggy win at DNC.
Obviously, the team knew that winning the race was not only possible, but within reach- especially with the 3rd place in qualifying and an excellent fuel strategy. It still required the right drive and Ronnefalk delivered.
During the first 15 or so minutes of the final, nobody was shouting 'Ronnefalk's got this race in the bag'.
People on the whole wouldn't have put money on it, despite the win with E buggy at DNC.
At the end of the day, it was a super close race and nobody can be in any doubt that the car works, against a quality field with 4 other brands in the top 5, 3 of whom finished on 80 laps also.
Interestingly, the outright fastest lap went to Coelho - demonstrating consistency is more important than outright pace, especially over 45 minutes.
It's only my opinion, but I think that this win is more relevant than the ebuggy win at DNC.
07-13-2022, 09:40 PM
#522
Hello Horatio,
For the fastest lap was done by Davide Ongaro, 32.416..
Cheers..
For the fastest lap was done by Davide Ongaro, 32.416..
Cheers..
No, not joking - just talking figuratively, rather than literally.
Obviously, the team knew that winning the race was not only possible, but within reach- especially with the 3rd place in qualifying and an excellent fuel strategy. It still required the right drive and Ronnefalk delivered.
During the first 15 or so minutes of the final, nobody was shouting 'Ronnefalk's got this race in the bag'.
People on the whole wouldn't have put money on it, despite the win with E buggy at DNC.
At the end of the day, it was a super close race and nobody can be in any doubt that the car works, against a quality field with 4 other brands in the top 5, 3 of whom finished on 80 laps also.
Interestingly, the outright fastest lap went to Coelho - demonstrating consistency is more important than outright pace, especially over 45 minutes.
It's only my opinion, but I think that this win is more relevant than the ebuggy win at DNC.
Obviously, the team knew that winning the race was not only possible, but within reach- especially with the 3rd place in qualifying and an excellent fuel strategy. It still required the right drive and Ronnefalk delivered.
During the first 15 or so minutes of the final, nobody was shouting 'Ronnefalk's got this race in the bag'.
People on the whole wouldn't have put money on it, despite the win with E buggy at DNC.
At the end of the day, it was a super close race and nobody can be in any doubt that the car works, against a quality field with 4 other brands in the top 5, 3 of whom finished on 80 laps also.
Interestingly, the outright fastest lap went to Coelho - demonstrating consistency is more important than outright pace, especially over 45 minutes.
It's only my opinion, but I think that this win is more relevant than the ebuggy win at DNC.
07-14-2022, 02:25 AM
#523
07-21-2022, 03:47 AM
#524
I have a Hobbytown where I live. They hardly carry any race equipment. A few slash’s or Armas that’s it. They don’t have any Kyosho, Mugen, TLR or anything. Plus all sales are final no matter what. None of the sales people know anything about rc. I point people to Beach Rc, Amain and other online stores.
07-21-2022, 07:58 AM
#525
Hello all. Sometimes it amazes me how long folks been racing and not learned some things? I no longer believe that there is the 1 dominant car. Most of the current platforms in today's market are all competitive. Racing has also changed IMO. We don't have as many old school loamy tracks. Seems we have shifted into the high speed, higher grip level track conditions. Not completely, but a lot more.
I will say that some of the platforms are faster on specific surfaces. When I still drove a Kyosho MP9, I really had a hard time on tight, high bite, smooth tracks keeping pace with say a Losi or Xray. But take us to an outdoor rough track? I could punish those cars. I now drive an HB car. For me it is very balanced. Pretty good anywhere I go. I still feel the car is better on outdoor conditions but still good on a grooved track.
I think the Mayako car is a great platform. If I were not driving an HB, I would very much consider driving the car.
I wish nothing but the best for David. IMO he is 1 of the top 3 drivers in the world right now. Very capable of winning with any car.
Have fun and enjoy racing.
I will say that some of the platforms are faster on specific surfaces. When I still drove a Kyosho MP9, I really had a hard time on tight, high bite, smooth tracks keeping pace with say a Losi or Xray. But take us to an outdoor rough track? I could punish those cars. I now drive an HB car. For me it is very balanced. Pretty good anywhere I go. I still feel the car is better on outdoor conditions but still good on a grooved track.
I think the Mayako car is a great platform. If I were not driving an HB, I would very much consider driving the car.
I wish nothing but the best for David. IMO he is 1 of the top 3 drivers in the world right now. Very capable of winning with any car.
Have fun and enjoy racing.
