Losi releases two new tires for 1/8-scale buggy racing

0 Dec. 8, 2010, 11:01 a.m.

Losi's commitment to growing and diversifying its 1/8-scale buggy tire portfolio continues to grow with the release of two new tires, both featuring nostalgic Losi patterns and made using Losi's soft Green compound rubber (it is not known yet if other compounds will be available, though we assume so). The BK Bar, named for its inventor Brian Kinwald, has been a go-to rear tire for 1/10-scale 2WD buggy racers on clay and blue-groove tracks for a decade as it combines the grip and contact patch of a small-pinned tire with the longer life of beefier treads. Blockhead, on the other hand, has exclusively been a front tire for 1/10-scale 4WD buggies and used on a variety of outdoor conditions.

From Losi.com

BK Bar G2 (Green) - LOSA7781G

- This tire offers superior side bite and impeccable forward traction on hard packed tracks.

- The BK-Bar’s unique tread design has tremendous structural support allowing the tire to live exceptionally longer than other smaller pin tires.

Blockhead G2 (Green) - LOSA7782G

- Intermediate tread pattern that bridges the gap between Kingpin G2 and Eclipse tires

- Excellent on medium loam conditions and has excellent wear characteristics in hard packed track conditions

- Includes light and consistent inserts with great balance