If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at R/C drag racing, now might be the best time to do it. Tower Hobbies has launched its Drag Racing Sale, featuring discounts up to $200 on several ready-to-run (RTR) models, kits, and upgrade parts from Team Associated. Some of the biggest discounts can be found on… Continue Reading
If you’ve ever wanted to try your hand at R/C drag racing, now might be the best time to do it. Tower Hobbies has launched its Drag Racing Sale, featuring discounts up to $200 on several ready-to-run (RTR) models, kits, and upgrade parts from Team Associated. Some of the biggest discounts can be found on… Continue Reading
![See it in Action: Redcat RDS Competition Spec Drift Car [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/Redcat-RDS-Competition-Spec-Drift-Car-Video-369x184.jpg)
Suppose you’re thinking about getting into R/C drifting. In that case, you have a new option to consider in Redcat’s RDS Competition Spec Drift Car. This 1/10-scale, ready-to-run (RTR) model looks like the real deal, thanks to its brushless power plant, carbon fiber chassis, and plentiful adjustment options. To get a feel for how this… Continue Reading
Two months into 2023, we’ve got two new releases from Redcat. Things are looking up! The Arizona-based R/C brand is turning its attention back to the pavement with the release of the RDS Competition Spec Drift Car. The RDS is a rear-wheel-drive drift car with a brushless motor, a high-speed steering servo, and an onboard… Continue Reading
With scale realism gaining popularity in the R/C world, many new products and accessories have become available to help you allow your 1:10 rig to mimic the looks of a 1:1 vehicle. Pro-Line, a long-time provider of aftermarket parts and accessories for just about every surface radio-controlled vehicle you can think of, has been raising… Continue Reading
It’s time to treat your Traxxas machine to some upgrades! Now through March 31, 2023, you can save 20% on many Traxxas bodies, tires, and wheels during the “Keep the Fun Going” Sale. From bashers to dragsters to trail rigs, and monster trucks, there are plenty of ways to save on a new look for… Continue Reading
We’ve seen some fun releases in 2023, and it looks like the folks at Carisma will be joining the party soon, too. Their Carisma Scale Adventure brand has been posting preview images of an upcoming release known as The Bulldog. While all of The Bulldog’s information has yet to be released, It looks like the… Continue Reading
![A “Trail Talk” Overview of the Redcat Gen9 Scout 800A [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/Redcat-Gen9-Trail-Talk-255x255.jpg)
Lately, the Redcat Gen9 International Scout 800A has been my go-to for outdoor R/C adventuring, and with good reason. Redcat’s successor to the Gen8 retains the solid performance of the original while adding a few new bells and whistles to make this a genuinely full-featured machine. Not to say that the Gen8 was lacking, but… Continue Reading
The 2023 NASCAR season is just around the corner and what better way to get it rolling than with this Limited Edition #34 Ford Mustang NASCAR Cup Series Body for the ARRMA Infraction 6S. Decked out in a Horizon Hobby livery from the 2022 season, this body is a great way to transform the Infraction… Continue Reading
It’s a new year, so why not treat your R/C to a new pair of shoes? Pro-Line has released a new set of 1/7-scale Toyo Proxes R88R S3 Front and Rear Belted Tires pre-mounted on Spectre Wheels. These low-profile, high-performance tires are great for vehicles like the ARRMA Infraction and Felony, offering traction that shouldn’t… Continue Reading
All proceeds from sales of these limited-edition bodies go towards Hobbies for Good. Horizon Hobby celebrates Zane Smith’s 2022 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series championship with something cool. 38 replica NASCAR Truck Bodies for the ARRMA Infraction 6S are available for purchase, each one priced at $199.99. This body features the same livery run by… Continue Reading
We’re a week removed from Redcat’s announcement of the Gen9 International Scout 800A, and it seems people are interested in this new trail truck. As this new model makes its way to hobby store shelves, here are some places you can pre-order and, in some cases, order your own Gen9 Scout. Where to Buy a… Continue Reading
If you’re not burned out hearing about new R/C deals, check out what Tower Hobbies has to offer during its 2023 New Year Savings Sale by offering up to $200 off select models from ARRMA, Losi, E-flite, and others. From January 12, 2023 through January 31, 2023, these discounts can be activated with coupon code… Continue Reading
Hopefully, you’re not burned out on R/C deals after the holiday shopping season. Horizon Hobby has fired up its 2023 New Year’s Savings Sale by offering up to $200 off select models from ARRMA, Losi, and others. From January 12, 2023 through January 31, 2023, these discounts can be activated with coupon code NEWYEAR during… Continue Reading
![Unboxed: Redcat’s Gen9 Scout 800A [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/img_1244-255x255.jpg)
New R/C rigs always bring a smile to my face, especially if they’re updated versions of my favorite platforms. Earlier this week, Redcat announced its latest trail truck, the Gen9 Scout 800A. Luckily for me, I had an advanced preview of this machine as I was testing it out for both RC Newb and Big… Continue Reading
![See it in Action: Redcat Gen9 International Scout 800A [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/Redcat-Gen9-International-Scout-800A-Video-255x255.jpg)
Redcat’s predecessor to the Gen8 trail truck has arrived! The Gen9 International Scout 800A builds on the capability and fun of the previous model with new features such as a two-speed transmission, a new Scout body, refined axles, and more. To get an idea of how this rig performs out of the box, check out… Continue Reading
After years of living the lowrider lifestyle, Redcat is turning its attention toward the trail with the release of the Gen9 International Scout 800A. The latest evolution of the Gen8 crawler platform, the Gen9 sports an officially licensed International Scout 800A body, a trail-tested chassis platform, and much more. Taking what they’ve learned from the… Continue Reading
If your on-road R/C racer is in need of a fresh, new look, PROTOform may have the answer with its Speed3 190mm FWD Touring Car Body. This durable body sports a sleek, modern “hot hatch” style that stands out from the crowd. Made from clear polycarbonate, this body is intended for 1/10-scale, 190mm, front-wheel-drive touring… Continue Reading
2023 is off to…a start. The folks at Redcat Racing want to make it a great start with their “Guess What’s Next from Redcat” giveaway. Between now (January 4, 2023) and January 9, 2023 you can place a guess as to what the next release from Redcat might be. On January 9, their new model… Continue Reading
Just announced by Pro-Line are their 2.2″ Hyrax LP 2.2″ G8 Rock Crawling Tires. Slightly smaller than their traditional 2.2″ Hyrax tires, but larger than their 1.9″ offering, these tires should be an excellent option for Class 3 R/C crawlers and those looking for a lower-profile, 2.2″ tire. The Hyrax’s aggressive, stepped tread pattern makes… Continue Reading
Pro-Line has introduced a new set of 1/8-scale monster truck tires for those who want to go fast. The pre-mounted Menace HP Belted MT Tires with Black Raid Wheels aim to offer performance and traction for on-road speed-seekers and skate-park bashers alike. With its low profile and belted internal design, the 1/8 Menace is an… Continue Reading
The folks at Pro-Line have introduced a new body option for the Axial SCX6; the Cliffhanger High Performance Clear Body. This body design is making its large-scale debut after appearing as a 1/24 and 1/10-scale option. Designed with performance in mind, this body is much narrower than the stock Jeep Wrangler and Trail Honcho bodies… Continue Reading
It’s truly a great time to get into the R/C hobby. If you’ve wanted to get into radio-controlled cars and trucks for a while or want to jump back in, there are plenty of amazing deals to help you save money while immersing yourself in a great pastime. AMain Hobbies always offers some excellent deals,… Continue Reading
It’s almost time to put a bow on the 2022 holiday shopping season. If you’re still looking for the perfect gift or want to put a few more items under your tree, Horizon Hobby has you covered with their Last Minute Deals sale. Between now and December 22, 2022, you can save up to $210… Continue Reading
Save 15% on all Redcat Vehicles through 12/23/2022 Redcat Racing has launched one final sale for 2022, and it’s a good one. Now through December 23, 2022, you can save 15% on all Redcat Racing vehicles during their December Sales Event. No coupon codes are required to activate this discount, and all vehicles are priced… Continue Reading