The R/C hobby is above-all-else, a community. When those in the community need help, I’ve seen many within the hobby rise to the occasion to help out. Some folks at AMain Hobbies have experienced devastating loss to homes and transportation in the wake of the recent California wildfires. To help the affected employees and their… Continue Reading
The R/C hobby is above-all-else, a community. When those in the community need help, I’ve seen many within the hobby rise to the occasion to help out. Some folks at AMain Hobbies have experienced devastating loss to homes and transportation in the wake of the recent California wildfires. To help the affected employees and their… Continue Reading
Exclusive R/C is offering up an 11% discount during their Veterans Day sale. By using coupon code VETERANSDAY during checkout, you can save on all in-stock Exclusive R/C-created accessories and gear until midnight on Monday, November 12, 2018. Visit thescaleking.com to see what items are available and take advantage of this savings offer. Image credit:… Continue Reading
Sometimes you just need an R/C machine that you can take off the shelf, and blast around in your yard or local park. No scale details, no accessories, no high-end upgrades. Just you, a machine, and fun. Kyosho’s Fazer MK2 Rage 2.0 appears to be a vehicle that can fit that need. This 1/10-scale, 4-wheel… Continue Reading
New Bright has always held a special place in my childhood memories. My first remote-controlled vehicle was a New Bright Corvette which I had gotten in the mid-1980’s. I can still remember the many Details and features that were built into it. Working headlights, including the iconic “pop-up” headlamp function, opening doors and a removable… Continue Reading
Pro-Line is celebrating Veterans Day with an additional discount on their lineup of bodies, wheels, tires, and R/C accessories. Between November 10 and November 12, 2018 you can save an additional 15% off your next order at prolineracing.com. To activate the savings, simply use coupon code SALUTE18 when you checkout. Visit prolineracing.com to see the… Continue Reading
For fans of late model stock car racing, McAllister Racing is introducing a new body option for those of you who want to convert your 1/10-scale buggy into a dirt oval racer. Their “Fat Boy” body features the visual styling of the 1980’s Chevy Monte Carlo and features a classic old-school look that will fit… Continue Reading
The super-scale aficionados at RC4WD have cooked up a new 1/10-scale model for fans of modern-day trucks. Based heavily on the appearance of the Ford F-150, their Hero Desert Runner is a 4-wheel drive model, available in either ready-to-run (RTR) or almost-ready-to-run (ARTR) configurations. Featuring near-realistic 1:1 styling on both the body set and the chassis,… Continue Reading
If you’re feeling nostalgic for the not-so-distant past, Tamiya has a new model that’s sure to spark some fun. Taking inspiration from their Mini 4WD lineup, the new Avante (2011) Black Special kit features a black and grey color scheme, eye-catching wheels, and an overall old-school, classic buggy feel. Originally released in 1988, the Avante has… Continue Reading
While I’ve been content with most of the ready-to-run (RTR) tires that have been paired with my R/C crawlers and trail machines, it’s always fun to venture off the beaten path and experiment with some new options. After throwing a set of Pro-Line Hyrax tires on our Carisma Scale Adventure Lynx, I decided to outfit… Continue Reading
There might not be a better time to get into the R/C hobby than now. Not only are new models being released, but chances are good that you can score some solid discounts on a range of vehicles and accessories between now and the holidays. Axial is offering up some solid discounts on a wide… Continue Reading
Bring your own controller and kick off the fun with Losi’s latest large-scale R/C machine. The 1/6-scale Super Baja Rey Desert Truck is now available as a bind-n-drive (BND) model. This brushless-powered truck is almost ready to roll, all you need to supply is a compatible DSMR radio, battery, and charger. Among the highlights of… Continue Reading
The Redcat Racing Everest GEN7 is one tough truck in stock form but if you want to amp up its toughness, ScalerFab has released a new set of Trail Armor accessories for this 1/10-scale R/C crawler. From front and rear bumper options to two styles of roof racks, these durable, all-metal accessories are a quick… Continue Reading
A little more than a year ago, Redcat Racing released their first “true” scale R/C model, the Everest GEN7. This low-cost, high-performance trail truck quickly gained fans (myself included) and served as a showcase of Redcat Racing’s design progression. A year later, Redcat Racing has folks revved up yet again with their next-generation rock and… Continue Reading
Pro-Line has now expanded their Brute Bash Armor lineup to include modified short course trucks. Their pre-cut Monster Fusion Brute Bash Armor body is designed to fit the Traxxas Slash (2WD or 4WD) with 2.8″ monster truck wheels. The all-white body is twice as thick as your standard clear polycarbonate body and is designed to… Continue Reading
Adding a touch of realism to your 1/10-scale R/C car or truck can be as simple as adding LED lights to help illuminate the trail or track. With that in mind, Pro-Line now offers a Universal LED Light Kit to help you keep the fun rolling long after the sun goes down. Featuring four total bulbs (two white and… Continue Reading
2018 has seen some wild additions to the large-scale R/C scene. The latest option is the Losi Super Rock Rey, a 1/6-scale beast of a buggy that’s the larger sibling of the 1/10-scale Losi Rock Rey. Balancing both scale details and high-performance, the Super Rock Rey can be viewed as a “best of both worlds”… Continue Reading
While we haven’t quite hit the holiday shopping season, here are a few discounts and price reductions on select Axial, HPI, and Vaterra scale trail trucks that are sure to jumpstart your wishlists. With discounts ranging between $20 and $50, there are plenty of ways to save money on your next off-road R/C machine. Axial SCX10… Continue Reading
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I’m a fan of a good story, especially if it’s one that sheds light on the beginnings of a brand or company. The R/C hobby is filled with brands and companies of varying sizes, but they all have one thing in common. They have a story to tell. Redcat Racing has posted a video which… Continue Reading
Are you craving an R/C truck that blends performance and aggressive styling with a sub-$300 price tag? If you answered yes, then the Titan-powered Traxxas Rustler 4×4 might be worth parking in your R/C garage. This identical twin to the brushless-powered Rustler 4×4 VXL brings with it the same styling and chassis design, but with… Continue Reading
‘Tis the season for new model releases and rampant speculation! Through a series of photo posts, Losi has been teasing a new model (or models) announcement for October 25, 2018. While they’ve cleverly hidden the identity and shape of this unnamed vehicle, they’re using some powerful wording to help stir the souls of hobbyists. “Never… Continue Reading
Traxxas has been updating a number of their popular R/C models this year and the latest round of revisions focuses on the Slash 4×4 Ultimate. As the name implies, this is a tricked-out version of the category-defining Slash short course truck, featuring aluminum hardware and heavy-duty components. Among the updates are heavy-duty suspension arms and… Continue Reading
With their Class 1 BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 1.9″ tires, Pro-Line is bringing performance and scale detail to a slightly smaller size. While able to fit standard 1.9″ wheels, these tires feature a shorter height and narrower width than their original offering. These tires feature a licensed tread design and sidewall markings, making them a… Continue Reading
The Inductrix line has grown from a single quadcopter model into an assortment of aircraft. The latest offering from Blade is the Inductrix FPV HD, a ready-to-fly (RTF) quadcopter which pairs your smartphone to this tiny quadcopter for crisp, thrilling FPV experience. With a low-profile body design, the Inductrix FPV HD appears to be sleeker… Continue Reading
If you’ve been waiting for Pro-Line’s Brute Bash Armor to become available for other R/C models, you’re in luck. Pro-Line has extended the Brute Bash Armor line of ultra-durable bodies the Traxxas Stampede 4×4 and Pro-Line PRO-MT 4×4. Pre-cut and pre-colored (white), this double-thick body has been designed with abuse in mind. Developed to prevent cracking… Continue Reading