Thursday, May 21, 2009

Racing Season begins May 30, 2009

Come out and see 51racing in action at Stratotech park. The team has made major upgrades to the RC51 and is already running a half second faster than last years best times.

Rider/mechanic Rick Newcombe says, "The might RC51 is running like a top level farm tractor. The 500 pound bulk is barely noticeable with the new Traxxion Dynamics front shock springs and the Penske triple clicker rear shock. The new oil seems to have given us about 12 more horsepower along with about 200ft/lbs more torque. We're very excited for the prospects of improved results this year."

The team is growing with pledges of financial support from new sponsors "Fat Franks" and "Golds Gym Edmonton". This means the team can upgrade the three year old tires they've been using...uhm...for the last three years. Other riders have indicated that 3 year old tires may be holding back the team's performance.

Stay tuned, more to come.

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