Ep. 12: The History's Strongest Gear, Gaiki
Aired on December 23, 2001
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During the final round of the Manganji Cup exhibition match between Kouya and racing cart champion Satoru, Takeshi intervenes before the battle commences. He reveals the tournament's true purpose is to unveil his new Crush Gear, Gaiki. Following this announcement, Kouya challenges Takeshi to a Gear Fight. The episode focuses on whether Garuda Eagle can compete against the powerful new machine. This event serves as the climax of the exhibition series, highlighting the introduction of the new gear and the subsequent duel between the two rivals.
Episodes
- Ep. 8 · Takoyaki Battle Royale!
- Ep. 9 · Jirou's Old Wounds
- Ep. 10 · Jin Faces Kishin Okawa in the Manganji Cup Second Round
- Ep. 11 · Tobita Club Faces Eddie Kobayashi in Third Manganji Cup Round
- Ep. 12 · The History's Strongest Gear, Gaiki
- Ep. 13 · Takeshi and Kouya clash as Gaiki's speed reveals secrets while Kyousuke faces a moral dilemma.
- Ep. 14 · Takeshi invites Kyousuke Jin to his secret laboratory to build the ultimate Crush Gear.
- Ep. 15 · Kaoru and Kuroudo investigate Kyousuke's presence on the Manganji team bench during the Hokkaido Cup Kouya.
- Ep. 16 · Everyone's Struggle: Kyousuke's Betrayal and Kuroudo's Lesson on Loss