I love finding out what a radio-controlled vehicle can do right out of the box. Whether it’s a car or truck, there’s nothing better than unboxing a brand-new R/C machine and taking it out on a maiden voyage. Well, maybe there is something better… Cheap mods. Inexpensive modifications that you can apply to a vehicle… Continue Reading
I love finding out what a radio-controlled vehicle can do right out of the box. Whether it’s a car or truck, there’s nothing better than unboxing a brand-new R/C machine and taking it out on a maiden voyage. Well, maybe there is something better… Cheap mods. Inexpensive modifications that you can apply to a vehicle… Continue Reading
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I’ll admit it; 6×6 R/C crawlers weren’t something that I had on my radar and didn’t see coming, in terms of their rise in popularity. After all, why settle for four wheels when can have six, right? When it comes to these six-wheeled rigs, one of the more popular models in this category is the… Continue Reading
JConcepts has introduced an old-school pickup truck body that’s perfect for creating a custom or real-world replica of your favorite monster truck. The 1993 Ford F-250 monster truck body features authentic styling and detail that allows you to create a one-of-a-kind R/C truck. Made from durable polycarbonate, this 1/10-scale body is designed to fit radio-controlled… Continue Reading
The R/C hobby allows many of us to live out our dream car fantasies on a more “affordable” budget. The “scaler” scene especially caters to this level of dream-fulfillment. This category thrives on turning a scaled-down on or off-road machine into a visual showcase of 1:1 proportions. It’s been my favorite area to explore, and… Continue Reading
Pro-Line is giving you a reason to celebrate Presidents Day! From now until February 17, 2020, you can save 10% on your order at prolineracing.com. Whether you’re upgrading the body on your basher or need new tires before you hit the trail, Pro-Line has a wide selection of gear to help you make the most… Continue Reading
Save on models from Axial, Losi, Tamiya, and others. Tower Hobbies is offering up some solid savings during its 2020 Presidents Day Sale. Between now and February 22, you can save as much as $70 on select Axial, Mugen, Losi, Tamiya, Tekno RC, and RJ Speed models, plus a few others. Tower Hobbies Presidents Day… Continue Reading
The Traxxas TRX-4 is truly a remarkable machine. Whether you’ve got a tricked out Bronco, Blazer, or Land Rover, or are rocking a ready-to-run (RTR) Sport, there’s almost no limit to what you can do with this trail machine. After introducing their Traxx All-Terrain Track Set add-on, Traxxas raised the bar on what type of… Continue Reading
Pro-Line recently sent five of their Pro-Fusion SC 4×4 kits to a selection of hobbyists, all to see what unique builds they’d crank out. While that part of the process is fun, here’s where the real excitement takes place. You get to vote for your favorite Pro-Fusion SC 4×4 build and enter for your own… Continue Reading
Redcat Racing has come into 2020 swinging. Putting their own spin on the 1/8-scale R/C monster truck scene, they’ve released a real monster into the marketplace. Kaiju, a brushless-powered, heavy-duty beast of a machine, looks impressive just from the few still photos that I’ve seen. But how does it perform? To answer that question, the… Continue Reading
Are you looking for an easy way to add weight to your Carisma Scale Adventure SCA-1E? If your rig is running Carisma’s CMS (chassis-mounted servo) battery tray, you can easily add weight with their new SCA-1E Brass Battery Weights. Designed to lay on the bottom of the battery tray, this brass weight strip will add… Continue Reading
Does your scale and trail gear list in need of a hobby-focused backpack? If so, CarryAll-RC has your back…literally. After a series of social media teases, they’ve launched their website (www.carryallrc.com) and have released details about their first round of products. Focusing on trail-ready accessories, their X-factor RTR RC Backpack offers a durable pack that… Continue Reading
Once you’ve been bitten by the R/C bug, it’s hard to shake the urge to create. While I haven’t fully completed my Carisma M40S project, I couldn’t resist the urge to start my second build project of 2020; Pro-Line’s Pro-Fusion SC 4×4. Thankfully, the folks at Pro-Line were gracious enough to hook me up with… Continue Reading
Episode 15 of the Big Squid RC Podcast Any time I have the opportunity to chat with folks within the R/C industry, I soak it all in. Such was the case during my chat with Rob and Melissa Wee of Kraken RC. From Rob’s first taste of the R/C hobby to starting a business building… Continue Reading
Going from teaser to full-reveal in no time flat, Redcat Racing has lifted the curtain on Kaiju, their 1/8-scale, brushless-powered, ready-to-run (RTR) monster truck. Based on the teaser pic, I had a feeling that Redcat Racing was going to pack some power into this truck, and judging by the spec sheet…I was right. The Kaiju… Continue Reading
Anything can happen when you’re out on the trail. From dead batteries to broken parts (even an entire rig), you need to be prepared for just about anything when enjoying your favorite hobby (and the great outdoors). Packing all of your gear and spare parts into one bag can be tricky, but a new R/C… Continue Reading
UPDATE: Get the scoop on Redcat Racing’s latest 1/8-scale R/C monster truck, the Kaiju Although they’ve been focused on their scale trail offerings, Redcat Racing hasn’t forgotten about the basher crowd. They’re teasing a new, 1/8-scale, ready-to-run (RTR) monster truck named “Kaiju” and it appears to have an appetite for power. Based on the details… Continue Reading
Tekno RC has released their latest evolution of the EB48 competition buggy, the EB48 2.0. This new model features a number of improvements over the previous model, including a lighter chassis, and revised construction components. Borrowing from many of ideas introduced with NB48 2.0, the electric EB48 2.0 has been designed with a lighter-weight construction… Continue Reading
Hit the track in style thanks to the latest 190mm on-road body from PROTOform. The Vittoria GT USGT Race Body features a sleek, beautifully-crafted design that’s aimed at getting you out in front of the pack. Based on Italian hypercar design, the Vittoria GT polycarbonate body has a low, prowling profile with smooth, swooping features.… Continue Reading
JConcepts has released yet another old-school body for a classic R/C model. Team Associated’s RC10T3 was not only a star of the 1999 Florida Winter Championships, but it’s won a few accolades from hobby publications. Now you can re-create this late-90s classic with JConcepts AE RC10T3 body. Utilizing the molds from the original RC10T3 body,… Continue Reading
The just-released Enduro RC IFS Conversion Kit looks like a great upgrade option for any Element RC Enduro, Axial SCX10/SCX10, or SSD Trail King owner who’s looking to wring even more handling performance out of their trail rig. While this suspension kit looks great in still photos, the Element RC team has put together a… Continue Reading
Take your scale appeal up a notch with this independent front suspension (IFS) kit from Element RC. Element RC has introduced the Enduro RC IFS Conversion Kit for the Element RC Enduro, Axial SCX10, Axial SCX10 II, and SSD Trail King. This suspension upgrade set will let you swap out your solid-axle front suspension for… Continue Reading
Team Associated’s latest on-road model, the DR10 Dragster has set its sights squarely on the world of R/C drag racing. If you’ve been intrigued by this segment of the hobby, here is a ready-to-run (RTR) model that will get you out of the box and onto the track in no time flat. At just under… Continue Reading
If your competitive drive is fired up and you’re feeling the urge to spend some time wrenching on a new R/C racer, Tower Hobbies has some nice discounts on two competition models from Team Losi Racing. For a limited time, you can save on the 1/8-scale TLR 8IGHT-X and the TLR 22 5.0 DC Race… Continue Reading
The rise in popularity within the world of R/C drag racing has been an interesting sight to see. While some brands bet on this segment of the hobby years ago, it’s taken a while for interest to ramp up. Nowadays, you can find quite a few clubs and groups that have formed around the straight-line… Continue Reading