The team set off on a mission by evaluating JC’s past and present tread patterns to arrive at a new build. Tires such as the Hybrid, Chasers and Stackers, already in the line-up, have all served well and have won major events; however, Kosmos has it all. Starting with a clean shape and carcass, the design team took to a rectangular based pin which has the forward bite muscle to boost a 1/8th buggy. The staggered rows create a unique zig/zag affect at certain views giving it a 3D mind puzzle affect. In fact, the design is 4 rows deep of off-set and staggered sections when compared to some traditional tires which rely on 2.
JConcepts has connected several sections of pins with a V-feature to strengthen the base to make Super Soft compounds manageable even in high-speed conditions. The outer rows of pins have been clipped and held back for maximum cornering consistency on bumpy and chunky conditions. The inside of the carcass boasts the standard 3 radial ribs that help minimize tire expansion under hard acceleration and cushions hard impacts. The JConcepts tires include the Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts made famous by their gray color and durability. The package is complete with re-sealable, zip-top packaging and backed with JConcepts customer support and racing heritage.
Features:
• Rectangular / block tread, available in multiple compounds
• Staggered row construction, V-feature for firm tread
• Puzzling and unique, Zig / Zag appearance
• 83mm bead mounting size for 1/8th compatibility
• Carefully shaped carcass = forward traction
• Includes Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts
Sprinter SCT – Aqua (A2) Compound
The Sprinter tire is designed to bridge a gap between the popular Double Dees and other pin tire options from JConcepts. The Sprinter tire has square, angled pins that are stacked vertically to flex and fold evenly across the tire. Typically, a stacked tread will wear less and provide more forward bite while the aligned space helps rotation in the turns and gives a snappy release to square up quickly. Starting with the new tread, the team focused on durability and performance to bring a tire option to market that competes on loose surfaces which are wet or dusty.
With the popularity of dirt-oval racing, vehicles being designed with either mid-motor or laydown transmission options, a new generation pin style, carcass and outer tread design was needed. The outer sidewall of the tire has angled pins incorporated into the design to help release the turn and provide the rotation not only needed in dirt off-road but specifically in dirt-oval racing. The blended tread to tire body is supported with a generous radius which promotes “pin snap” and resists tearing or separation.
Horizontal traction bars connect several pins near the center of the tire which bonds a critical area for increased push at high-speed. The sidewall area blends nicely into a step-spike feature which helps smooth the transition in bumpy sections and create side-bite. The Sprinters are built on the conventional and popular 3.0” x 2.2” bead and carcass design making them interchangeable. Since the Sprinter tire is directional, there is a Left (L) and Right (R) tire included in each package. The interior ribbing features the double-hatch pattern that helps maintain a comfy ride while each set of tires includes the Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts.
Features:
• JConcepts original tread, available in multiple compounds
• Square, angled pins with horizontal traction bars
• Angled outer sidewall pins for turn release
• Conventional, 3.0” x 2.2” SCT bead mounting size
• Carefully shaped carcass = smooth driving characteristics
• Interior ribbing with double-hatch pattern
• Includes Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts
• Off-Road and Dirt-Oval racing ready
Kosmos – Aqua (A2) compound
Part# 3186-03
UPC Code – 845937028655
Retail price – $32.00
Map price – $24.00
(Fits – 83mm 1/8th buggy wheel)
Sprinter – Aqua (A2) compound – (fits SCT 3.0″ x 2.2″ wheel)
Part# 3128-03
UPC Code – 845937027252
Retail price – $31.00
Map price – $23.25
(Fits – SCT 3.0″ x 2.2″ wheel)
One thought on “JConcepts New Release – Aqua (A2) – Kosmos 1/8 Buggy & Sprinter SCT Tires”
Thank you SO MUCH for making Sprinters in Aqua compound! It’s just what we needed for 4wd Short Course class in the Northeast region. Next, we need Short Course compatible Relapse tires!
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