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Old 2007.01.24, 02:13 PM   #16
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Sent Core and email to see if I could buy one and it looks like it costs $599. Does this sound right? The Giro-z is much cheaper, although the transponders are $40 for the Giro-z vs $10 for the Core. Any thoughts?
that's the right price. depending on how many transponders or racers you have the core will end up costing less over time.

also the ease of not having to trade out the transponders is very nice.

both system work well, so it's really up to your situation. Clubs using both systems seem to be happy with the one they have.
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Old 2007.01.24, 03:54 PM   #17
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As far as support and software goes, will Core still be supported when Kyosho comes out with theirs?
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Old 2007.01.24, 04:05 PM   #18
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i don't know that core has answered that quesion?
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Old 2007.02.06, 09:16 AM   #19
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As far as support and software goes, will Core still be supported when Kyosho comes out with theirs?
Hey guys,

I too was waiting for Kyosho to release the Core system. I called them yesterday, and a Kyosho representative told me that they have no intention of releasing the Core system any time soon (he would not elaborate as to what that means), and that I should contact Core to buy one. But Core still has the message on their website that systems will only be available through Kyosho.

Sounds like the buck is being passed, and no one will have the system available.

Anyone hear differently within the past few days?
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Old 2007.02.06, 09:45 AM   #20
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Hey guys,

I too was waiting for Kyosho to release the Core system. I called them yesterday, and a Kyosho representative told me that they have no intention of releasing the Core system any time soon (he would not elaborate as to what that means), and that I should contact Core to buy one. But Core still has the message on their website that systems will only be available through Kyosho.

Sounds like the buck is being passed, and no one will have the system available.

Anyone hear differently within the past few days?
I've heard conflicting reports. I've posted in the Ask Kyosho section and Hopefully Tim can dig up some good info for us. We'll see.
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Old 2007.02.06, 10:03 AM   #21
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I've heard conflicting reports. I've posted in the Ask Kyosho section and Hopefully Tim can dig up some good info for us. We'll see.
Hey Briankstan,

I did not know there was an "Ask Kyosho" section. I'd like to peruse that part of the forum for self-education. I know this will sound silly, but I cannot find it!

Can you direct me to it?

Thanks!
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Old 2007.02.06, 10:07 AM   #22
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Here is a link

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Old 2007.02.06, 10:45 AM   #23
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Hmm... The thread was locked. This may be me just on the outside looking in, but it almost seems as though Tim posted and locked it himself. However, I am not sure if he is able to do that. Not sure why it would need to be locked, but it looks kind of sketchy for whatever reason. Maybe there is more to this than we think.
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Old 2007.02.06, 10:51 AM   #24
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Just trying to keep thing in check I'm sure. Once he responded the potential was there for everyone to rush in and all ask the same question in 20 different ways. He would then have to spend the day answering them or worse yet not answer and get accused of being rude. He's kinda in the same boat as us really waiting on the big wigs overseas.
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each manuf. is a mod for thier 'ask' section.

i'm sure he closed it because there is simply nothing more to add to it, making it a mute point to continue with any further questions.
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Maybe it is just the conspiracy theorist in me, but could it be that he is relaying back all the info from the CORE feedback forum to the big K in hopes of working out all the bugs in CORE? Who knows, they may even be creating more user-friendly software and just utilizing the hardware of Core's system.

So are these still for sale through CORE? I have a new LHS that opened up who is looking to hold races. I already mentioned Mini-Zs a few times, but if there is no real transponder system they could use, then it isn't worth pushing there.
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I have a core system, and I like it allot. But if you can't get one, look into the Giro-Z. I've hear nothing but good things about it. Plus in a hobby shop, he could sell personal transponders, or rent them out for the day.
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no conspiracy, just sound business decision. kyosho would be an idiot to ignore existing feedback on what they would consider an early release model. there is no secret there or any cover up since it's public knowledge and access.

i have no doubt that kyosho will revamp the hardware and software. i have heard rumours about some crazy things they might be doing with it and if it pans out, we will all benifit greatly. atleast those who would have the system.

i and existing core owners are more worried about short term reactions such as core support for the hardware/software and if upgrading if needed be offered, etc. i'm sure they will get around to releasing it, i'm just more worried about what it means to me and other existing core owners.
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