Who doesn’t love a great deal? If you’re new to the hobby or have been involved for a long time, you know that it’s an easy way to spend money. Why not save some of your hard-earned cash on your next R/C purchase? Horizon Hobby is getting the 2022 holiday shopping season started with its… Continue Reading
Who doesn’t love a great deal? If you’re new to the hobby or have been involved for a long time, you know that it’s an easy way to spend money. Why not save some of your hard-earned cash on your next R/C purchase? Horizon Hobby is getting the 2022 holiday shopping season started with its… Continue Reading
When you’re hitting the track, the trail, or just heading out to the backyard for a little R/C relaxation, having a secure, comfortable place to store your gear is a must. ProTek RC has cooked up a new backpack that’s just for R/C enthusiasts. The 1/10 Multi-Function R/C Backpack is set up to carry just… Continue Reading
If you’re looking for a new Traxxas R/C vehicle to add to your collection (or to get you started in the hobby), now is a great time to jump in, thanks to the Traxxas Fall Savings event at Amain Hobbies. Between October 3 and November 30, 2022, you can save up to $100 on select… Continue Reading
Amazing Asiatees. The GPM products that I ordered arrived so its time for another review. Well can I first start by saying thank you to RCNewb on Twitter and to Felix from Asiatees for all there help over that last year I wouldn’t be where i am now without you so THANKS!!!!!!!!. Now to the products… Continue Reading
Leaves aren’t the only things falling this season. Traxxas has announced its Fall Savings special with up to $100 in discounts on nineteen models. Whether you live to bash, thrash, or tackle the trail, there are models on sale that satisfy all types of R/C enthusiasts. On-road models like the 4-Tec 2.0 Chassis and the… Continue Reading
If you’ve been intrigued by the Redcat Racing R/C lowrider phenomenon, you’re not alone. With multiple models to choose from, there are plenty of ways to start living the R/C lowrider lifestyle and it’s gotten even easier thanks to lower prices on several Redcat models. In celebration of the FiftyNine Hopping Lowrider’s launch, Redcat has… Continue Reading
Tower Hobbies has announced they’ve lowered prices on three Redcat Racing ready-to-run (RTR) models. While you won’t find the SixtyFour or GEN8 crawler on this list, you can still pick up a fun, entry-level radio-controlled machine. Priced under $150, each of the following vehicles can bring enjoyment to your next outdoor adventure: Danchee Ridgrock 1/10-scale… Continue Reading
Does your next R/C crawler kit build or ready-to-run refresh call for something with a mid-80s vibe? If so, Pro-Line has released a new clear body that might do the trick. Their 1987 Nissan Hardbody D21 Clear Body offers classic styling found in that era and has the distinction of being the first Nissan truck… Continue Reading
![Check Out Hemistorm RC’s Axial SCX6 Trail Honcho Transformation [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/img_0926-255x255.jpg)
It’s happened; I’m coming around to the appeal of large(r)-scale R/C crawlers. While I wasn’t completely sold on big rigs like the SCX6 last year, I’ve changed my tune after seeing them up close and on the trail. Axial’s latest 1/6-scale release, the SCX6 Trail Honcho has only ramped up the excitement I have for… Continue Reading
It’s time to put on a hoodie, charge up some batteries, head outdoors with your R/C machine. If don’t have an R/C basher, or are looking for something new, check out the deals that are being offered during Horizon Hobby’s ARRMA Fall Sale 2022. From September 23, 2022 through October 2, 2022, you can save… Continue Reading
It’s fall, y’all! Time to throw on a hoodie, charge up some battery packs, and rip through the yard with your R/C machine. If don’t have an R/C basher, or are looking for something new, check out the deals that are being offered during Tower Hobbies’ ARRMA Fall Sale. From September 23, 2022 through October… Continue Reading
Are you part of the R/C lowrider craze? If you are and live near El Segundo, CA, you may want to head over to California Love on Sunday, October 16, 2022. This event is held in conjunction with Cadillac Fest 11, which is spearheaded by Cadillac Connect. While Cadillac Fest 11 will focus on 1:1… Continue Reading
The folks at Horizon Hobby aren’t afraid to try new things, especially if it draws people into the R/C hobby. Their latest endeavor is a unique way to build a truly one-of-a-kind radio-controlled machine without ever turning a wrench. The HH Custom Shop, offers the opportunity to build a customized Axial SCX10 III trail rig… Continue Reading
If you’re looking for a deal on your next R/C model, Tower Hobbies has you covered with their 2022 Family Day Sale. Between September 20 and September 22 (2022), you can save up to 25% on select R/C models, electronics, batteries and more. There are even discounts on plastic model kits and rockets, so there’s… Continue Reading
![Overview: Carisma SCA-1E 2.1 Spec Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/DSC_0213-255x255.jpg)
I’ve been thoroughly enjoying my experience with Carisma Scale Adventure’s latest 1/10-scale crawler release, the SCA-1E 2.1 Spec 2021 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro. In the short time I’ve had it, it’s been on some adventures with even more planned in the future. While the SCA-1E 2.1 platform has been around for a while, this is… Continue Reading
Road Rash can happen to the best of us, especially when it comes to the high-speed game of R/C drag racing. If you want to roll up to the line in a sharp new ride, but want to be carefree about potential accident damage, check out PROTOform’s Nissan GT-R R35 Pro Mod Tough-Color Dragster Body.… Continue Reading
![See it in Action: Axial SCX6 Trail Honcho RTR [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/SCX6-Trail-Honcho-Video-255x255.jpg)
The 1/6-scale Axial SCX6 Jeep JLU Wrangler has a new crawling companion in the SCX6 Trail Honcho. The new large-scale R/C crawler features a familiar name and body design, bringing the 1/10-scale classic to a new audience and level of performance. If you’re wondering what this rig looks like out on the trail, check out… Continue Reading
You can now transform your ARRMA Felony from a pesto-mod muscle car into a sleek pony car, thanks to PROTOform’s new 2021 Ford Mustang GT Body. Made from durable polycarbonate, this clear body beautifully captures the slick, aerodynamic lines of the 1:1 Ford Mustang GT. Styled after a “tuner” version of the Mustang GT, this… Continue Reading
Axial’s SCX6 lineup rolls on with the addition of the SCX6 Trail Honcho RTR. This 1/6-scale rock crawling trail truck features the same solid platform as its cousin, the SCX6 Jeep JLU Wrangler, but now features the classic body stylings of the Trail Honcho. The Trail Honcho is a beloved and well-known nameplate for Axial… Continue Reading
![Carisma SCA-1E Toyota Tacoma: First Drive [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/imgCarismaToyotaTacoma-FirstDrive-255x255.jpg)
I’m no stranger to Carisma’s SCA-1E platform; however, it’s been a while since I’ve wheeled one of their vehicles. Up until a few days ago, the only 1/10-scale Carisma trail rig that I had in my R/C garage was the SCA-1E Lynx. Their most recent release features an officially-licensed Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro body and… Continue Reading
Fall is right around the corner. Why not head into the cooler weather with a new R/C machine? Between September 10 and September 19, 2022, you can save up to $130 on select models during the Tower Hobbies Fall into Savings Sale. Discounts are being offered on models from Axial, Losi, Pro Boat, Pro-Line, E-Flite,… Continue Reading
Fall (and fall weather) is right around the corner. Why not head into the cooler weather with a new R/C machine? Between now and September 19, 2022, you can save up to $130 on select models during Horizon Hobby’s Fall into Savings Sale. Discounts are being offered on models from Axial, Losi, Pro Boat, Pro-Line,… Continue Reading
![See it in Action: Carisma’s SCA-1E 2.1 Spec Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro RTR [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/img_0083-255x255.jpg)
Hitting the trail in style isn’t hard to do when you’re wheeling a rig as beautiful as Carisma’s SCA-1E 2.1 Spec Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro RTR. The latest release in their 1/10-scale crawler lineup, this rig features an officially-licensed Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro body with plenty of under-the-hood trail and crawling performance. While this rig… Continue Reading
The team at Carisma Scale Adventure is no stranger to scale detail. In fact, it’s in their name. As their SCA-1E trail and crawler platform has evolved, so to has the detail that they’ve applied to their vehicles. Carisma’s latest release, the SCA-1E 2.1 Spec Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro puts a new spin on a… Continue Reading