Little by little, the siren call of R/C drag racing has been making its way into my head. If you’ve found yourself on the fence about this booming form of radio-controlled fun, Team Associated’s latest release might just give you the boost you need. Their DR10 Team Kit offers up an opportunity to build your… Continue Reading
Little by little, the siren call of R/C drag racing has been making its way into my head. If you’ve found yourself on the fence about this booming form of radio-controlled fun, Team Associated’s latest release might just give you the boost you need. Their DR10 Team Kit offers up an opportunity to build your… Continue Reading
RC4WD has released a new wheel upgrade option for 1/10-scale R/C drag racers, a set of licensed RC Components Fusion Front Drag Race Wheels. Beautifully crafted from billet aluminum and featuring a 5-spoke design, these wheels should help to elevate the appearance and performance of your R/C Dragster. Weighing 9.7g each, these aluminum wheels are… Continue Reading
![Monster Moves: See ARRMA’s Outcast 8S BLX Stunt Truck in Action [Video]](https://i2.wp.com/rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/ARRMA-Outcast-Fifth-scale-8S-Stunt-Truck-Action.jpg?fit=1280%2C720&ssl=1#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
You wouldn’t have a model release without a video, right? Thankfully, ARRMA has accompanied the written details of their Outcast 8S BLX Stunt Truck with a nice action/overview video. While only just over a minute long, you get a sense of the power and performance that this 1/5-scale stunt truck offers, along with a quick… Continue Reading
The ARRMA Fazon Voltage was introduced in 2017 and over the past year, it’s become a favorite of mine when I want to get out and just blast around. Budget-friendly and built for fun, it’s hard to beat the value that this vehicle provides. Fun aside, the real secret to this vehicle is the battery… Continue Reading
For the second week in a row, ARRMA has turned loose another monster R/C machine. Following the release of their Kraton EXB monster truck, is a super-sized, 1/5-scale version of their Outcast Stunt Truck. The Outcast 8S BLX Stunt Truck looks like a bashing beast in every sense of the word. Taking its Outcast concept, previously… Continue Reading
Does your next scale R/C project call for tires that blend off-road performance with on-road style? If so, RC4WD has introduced a super-scale set of 1.9″ replica tires that might fit the bill. RC4WD’s Falken Wildpeak A/T 1.9″ Scale Trail Tires feature a stunning level of detail with a low-profile tread pattern, making them a great… Continue Reading
Tekno RC has announced their latest 1/10-scale eTruggy kit model, the ET410.2. Based on the ET410 that was released in 2018, this version serves up an array of performance and durability improvements. Among the changes to the ET410.2 are a more-durable chassis, larger hinge pins and overhauled hinge pin inserts, a one-piece wing mount, new… Continue Reading
Oh Pro-Line,you know the way to my car-loving heart. It appears that one of my favorite R/C body-makers is revving up another new release, aimed squarely at early-70s Mopar muscle car fanatics. In recent Facebook and Instagram posts, they’ve teased a rear/side shot of a 1972 Plymouth ‘Cuda body sitting atop an R/C dragster. I… Continue Reading
Fans of monster trucks have plenty of R/C options to choose from, however, there are a small number of models that truly recreate the same appearance and performance of these 1:1 earth-shakers. If your wish is to have a functioning replica of a real-world monster truck, that may have been granted. JConcepts has introduced its… Continue Reading
Pro-Line is turning up the heat on summertime savings with their month-long Summer Savings sale. From now until July 31, 2020, you can take $10 off purchases up to $100 and $25 off of purchases up to $200. To activate the savings use coupon codes SUMMER100 or SUMMER200 when you checkout at prolineracing.com. In addition… Continue Reading
CEN Racing is offering up a summertime sale with their 12% off Independence Day discount. Between now and July 5, 2020, you can save 12% on your next order at cenracingusa.com with coupon code JULY4TH. Along with this discount, they’re giving away a 1/12-scale Fiat 595 RTR R/C monster truck on their Facebook page. "GIVE… Continue Reading
Don’t let summer slip away without starting a new hobby. Tower Hobbies has launched its Summer of Saving which offers up a 15% discount on a selection of R/C crawlers, aircraft, and an array of electronics and upgrade gear. Tower Hobbies 2020 “Summer of Savings” Sale Highlights: Axial Wraith 1.9 RTR Crawler (Orange or Black)… Continue Reading
![An Action-packed Overview of ARRMA’s Kraton EXB Speed Monster Truck [Video]](https://i1.wp.com/rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/ARRMA-Kraton-EXB-Studio.jpg?fit=1280%2C720&ssl=1#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
If the ARRMA Kraton EXB ($469.99) has your heart pumping and your mind cranking, you can take a closer look at this new 1/8-scale monster truck and get a feel for how it performs, thanks to this video. This hopped-up monster basher gives you the chance to select your own electronics, from the motor and… Continue Reading
ARRMA has taken the wraps off their latest creation, the Kraton EXB Speed Monster Truck. What sets this beast apart from their Kraton 8S BLX is the fact that this machine is a fully-optioned roller, allowing you to select your electronics to make it move. Since the Kraton EXB is based on it’s ready-to-run (RTR)… Continue Reading
Tekin has been cranking out some impressive products as of late, including a new line of 5-Slot, brushed crawler motors. Aimed at providing smooth, responsive power, these motors should be a great upgrade option for any ready-to-run (RTR) R/C crawler or kit build. Their 5-Slot Crawler Motors feature a 1×3 wind pattern, dual ball bearings,… Continue Reading
Plans; we all have them and love them when they run smoothly. But let’s face it, there are times when things don’t go according to plan and we have to improvise, pivot, change course, or do something to salvage a project. The more I think about it, I’m not sure if anything ever goes according… Continue Reading
![Watch as Pro-Line Driver Ty Tessmann Trades the Track for the Trail [Video]](https://i2.wp.com/rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/F29DEF34-1131-41A9-8D14-0D18EA068F93.jpeg?fit=1280%2C720&ssl=1#aqua_resizer_image_not_local)
Ty Tessmann is known for being an talent on the track, but what happens when his attention turns to the trail? In their newest video, Pro-Line sent Ty into the great outdoors with a tricked-out trail truck, complete with plenty of PL goodies. Check out Ty’s R/C crawler adventure here (or below). It’s fun to… Continue Reading
Itching to hit a dirt oval track this summer? If you prefer to get your R/C racing kicks bumping, rubbing, and routing your way through the pack, this dirt oval body release might be perfect for you. New from JConcepts is a 1/10-scale 1987 Chevy Monte Carlo Street Stock body that’s been designed for flat,… Continue Reading
The latest episode of the Big Squid RC Podcast has dropped, and it’s a good one (if I do say so myself)! For this installment, I sat down and caught up with a good friend in the hobby, Mike George, owner of CarryAll RC. If you’re not familiar with Mike and his work, here’s a… Continue Reading
Pro-Line has introduced a new set of super-soft, 2.2″ tires for R/C comp crawlers. Their Ibex 2.2″ Predator Comp Crawler Tires feature small block treads and a soft compound for ultimate traction and perforh mance for your rock-crawling rig. Since comp crawlers are built specifically for tacking tricky lines and motoring through precarious situations, these tires… Continue Reading
Pro-Line has released a new, lightweight body option for the XRay XB2 buggy. The latest addition to its Axis lineup, this body features sharp angles, crisp lines, and an overall aggressive appearance with one goal in mind; winning. Highlights of this body include a cab-forward design and a low profile to help cut through the… Continue Reading
Along with their throwback 1969 Chevy Blazer Body Kit for the TRX-4, Traxxas has also introduced a 1972 model. With a blue base and white top, this old-school off-road body is decked out with stunning details to let you overhaul your TRX-4 with a classic, fresh look. The body kit incudes a chrome grille, front and… Continue Reading
Pro-Line has added yet another drag racing item to their product list, helping you keep your R/C dragster under control while you scream down the strip. Their Stinger Drag Racing Wheelie Bar mounts to the rear of your custom-built no-prep drag racer, helping you keep the front end near the ground on accelleration. Made from… Continue Reading
Traxxas certainly knows how to turn heads with their TRX-4 lineup. Whether you’re a fan of the Ford Bronco, Chevy Blazer, or Land Rover Defender, you can find a beautifully-detailed body for each of those models in the TRX-4 line. If you’re a TRX-4 owner that’s planning to overhaul your rig, you now have two… Continue Reading