Tekin on the podium at the 2013 Nor-Star Champs!

Hosted by Tekin team driver Philip Atondo and Nevada Designs racers from all over the area converged to Delta RC the host facility. Track prep followed the recent "pre worlds" setup to allow for the local guys to get a feel for how the Nationals and upcoming worlds was going to be. Kudos to the event organizers for thinking ahead for the local talent.

pic courtesy of J. Stark

With classes setup to fit any driver of every skill level it was touted as one of the most enjoyable races of the year. Anything from beginners 17.5 to the full mod classes allowed everyone to find their class and race at their level. 

Tekin team drivers Phil Atondo and Jacob Haas would finish right behind AE's Chris Jarosz in the 2wd mod buggy class. Both Tekin/TLR drivers choosing different chassis layouts with Atondo choosing rear motor and Haas mid motor. Both drivers choosing the latest Tekin RS Gen2 esc's and Redline Gen2 motors to power their TLR rides. Haas taking 2nd overall followed by Atondo in 3rd.

pic courtesy of Nevada Designs

The 4wd SC class was dominate by Tekin power. Team driver Austin Blair would take the the win with his Tekin Rx8 Gen2 Pro4 HD 4300kv powered Tekno SC truck. In 3rd Lou Figuiera also chose Tekin power.

pic courtesy of Nevada Designs