European Nitro Challenge at Hockenheim

“Bring back the fun!” is the slogan of the the first European Nitro Challenge held at the world famous Hockenheim Formula 1 circuit. This is presented by Shepherd Micro Racing in cooperation with Mugen, Serpent, Kyosho, Xray, Motonica and Capricorn. Between 23-26 June, some of the worlds best drivers will join the race to compete against each other in four different classes:

1:8 On-Road Open
1:8 On-Road Hobby Cup
1:10 On-Road Open
1:10 On-Road Hobby Cup

The open classes are for racers that want to run against the top team drivers of the participating companies. For the Hobby Cup class, Novarossi basic engines with a fixed pipe/manifold combination are mandatory – N21-5T in 1:8 and N12T1 in 1:10. These engines are available for special prices at every race through the Challenge partners. Track support by all participating companies will be available. On Saturday evening a banquet takes place at the Hockenheim Ring Hotel, which is only 200m from the track – tickets for the buffet are available for 17€ and after dinner, the party continues with music and drinks.

The organisers expect some of the best drivers of the world including several European and World Champions. For more details on the race, click here.

Source: Shepherd Racing