While the FPV craze has taken over the quadcopter and multi-rotor world of R/C, the surface side (on and off-road vehicles) has taken a bit longer to get rolling. I had been skeptical of the appeal and the application, however, I remained open to the idea of one-day, driving a radio-controlled car or truck from… Continue Reading
While the FPV craze has taken over the quadcopter and multi-rotor world of R/C, the surface side (on and off-road vehicles) has taken a bit longer to get rolling. I had been skeptical of the appeal and the application, however, I remained open to the idea of one-day, driving a radio-controlled car or truck from… Continue Reading
When it comes to larger-scale radio-controlled monster trucks, there aren’t many that hold a candle to the burly Traxxas X-Maxx. A basher to its core, the X-Maxx has a loyal following among thrill-seeking hobbyists and has become a favorite among R/C fanatics. Even though it’s a capable machine out of the box, it has a… Continue Reading
For four days, save 15% on your next prolineracing.com order. Does your R/C machine need an overhaul? If so, you’re in luck, as Pro-Line is running a “Beat the Heat” Summer sale from 8/18/17 through 8/21/17. This sale provides a discount of 15% on any order made at prolineracing.com (within the sale period). To activate… Continue Reading
If you figured I’d be writing about tires this week (based on our teaser pic), you were right! If you thought we’d be discussing berber carpeting, I’m sad to say, you’re at the wrong site. To compliment my recent addition of rear Pro-Line PowerStroke Performance Shocks to my Slash 4×4, I went with another reasonably… Continue Reading
![Watch as the Traxxas 4-Tec Takes on High Banks and High Speed [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/Traxxas-Ford-GT-On-track-1166069239-1503057524724-255x255.jpg)
There’s no doubt that the Traxxas 4-Tec 2.0 looks amazing, but does that translate to raw, unbridled speed? To find out, the Traxxas team took their new, brushless-powered 4-Tec 2.0 VXL to a 44-degree banked velodrome to shake it down. While not as fast as their earlier R/C supercar, the XO-1, but it’s still quite quick… Continue Reading
You never know where you’ll find your next hit of fun with this hobby. Sometimes, it’s experimentation and discovering a unique combination of visual and mechanical which come together to form a unique R/C ride. Other times it can be as simple as a stroll down the toy aisle at your local Walmart. Although I… Continue Reading
Although summer has begun to cool off, some sweet deals have begun to heat up. Newegg.com is offering a very nice discount on a refurbished DJI Phantom 3 quadcopter, which includes a 4K camera and 3-axis gimbal. This refurbished model is available at a savings of $50, putting the sale price at $429.00. If you want… Continue Reading
![See it in Action: Redcat Racing’s Carbon 210 Race Drone [Video]](https://rcnewb.com/wp-content/uploads/Redcat-Racing-Carbon-210-Race-Drone-255x255.jpg)
2017 has been, in some ways, a year of “firsts” for Redcat Racing. Not only are they venturing into the world of “scale R/C” with the upcoming launch of their Everest GEN-7 trail rigs, but they’ve also taken to the skies with their first radio-controlled, multi-rotor aircraft. The Carbon 210 Race Drone aims to hit… Continue Reading
After announcing a number of new, FPV-focused pilots to their team, Futaba has announced the addition of veteran R/C pilot, Dave Lockhart to their team. With 40 years of experience under his belt, Dave has competed in hundreds of competitions and boasts an equally-impressive finishing record. From Futaba: Over the past forty years, Dave said… Continue Reading
Now is the perfect time to be a fan of the “scale R/C” scene. Not only are there an army of new 1/10-scale rigs hitting the marketplace, but there are also a few, slightly smaller, 1/12-scale vehicles to choose from. If you have been wondering if the scale and trail scene is the right fit… Continue Reading
Two pre-sale packages are available, but only for a limited time. To celebrate its launch, AR Racing’s latest radio-controlled dirt bike, the AR-3D, is being offered at a special introductory price. With two models to choose from, now is a great time time pick up either configuration at a savings of over $140. The pre-sale… Continue Reading
Another day, another skilled FPV racer signing. That seems to be the way things work at Futaba these days. Not only have talented racers and pilots such as Johnny “JohnnyFPV” Schaer, Nick “Wild Willy” Willard, and Paul “Nurk” Nurkkala joined the ranks of Team Futaba, but now Chance “FreeFall” Hartman has been added to that lineup… Continue Reading
If you’re looking to try your hand at R/C racing, one of the easiest ways to jump in is with a spec-class racer. This class of radio-controlled racer typically has tight restrictions on the motor, gearing and other chassis components. Having these tightly-controlled specifications allow for the vehicles to be close, competition-wise, leaving the driver… Continue Reading
If you’ve been waiting for a realistic 1:1 two-wheeled experience on a smaller scale, the just-released AR-3D might the right ride for you. After years of development, this ¼-scale electric dirt bike is available in two packages, an almost-ready-to-run (ARTR) model and a ready-to-run (RTR) model, and features visual and functional details to achieve a… Continue Reading
Futaba has been on a roll as of late, adding a number of talented air and surface wizards to their Team Futaba lineup. Shortly after adding FPV quadcopter racer Johnny “Johnny FPV” Schaer to their air division, they’ve announced the addition of another FPV ace to their lineup. Nick “Wild Willy” Willard brings his multi-rotor racing… Continue Reading
It’s not about the cars, it’s about the people. Since getting into this hobby only a handful of years ago, I quickly realized that the biggest draw for me wasn’t the vehicles, but the individuals who build and care about them. Witnessing hobbyists use the R/C pastime to do good, if not great, things for… Continue Reading
This Fall classic returns to the Midwest October 19 – 22. R/C racing action returns to Wisconsin as the 2017 Team Associated Off-road Championships will once-again take place at Trackside Hobbies & Raceway in Brookfield, WI. With nine classes and four days of racing action, this is a must-attend event for fans and drivers alike.… Continue Reading
Last week’s teaser from Carisma is starting to gain steam as a three-driver team has been assembled to take on The Pro-Line Fix Enduro on August 26, 2017. The event, to be held in Erzberg, Germany, is a test of driver and machine, no matter what rig is running through the gauntlet. For Carisma to throw… Continue Reading
While we’re still a month away from the release of Redcat Racing’s radio-controlled scale and trail rig, you can satisfy your need for knowledge by flipping through its instruction manual. I’ll be the first to admit that I rarely reach for the instruction manual for a ready-to-run (RTR) R/C vehicle, however, I’m making an exception… 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
In my brief time inspecting a Traxxas TRX-4 at my local hobby shop, one of the store employees mentioned that Traxxas would start to release accessories and option parts for their new rig in the near future. Well folks, future is now. Traxxas has made three body set options available for their 1/10-scale radio-controlled trail machine.… Continue Reading
Are you ready for another entry in the world of “R/C Scaling” & trail rigs? The scale R/C arena has had plenty of rumors and speculation revolving around it for the past year (or more) and it looks like business is about to pick up yet again. Carisma, a brand that I’ve enjoyed learning about… Continue Reading
It’s been a while since I’ve written about Tamiya, especially new models from this classic R/C manufacturer. As luck would have it, I came across an image of a new model which they’ll be releasing soon, their RC Volkswagen Beetle Rally (#58650). The details on this specific model are sparse at the moment, however this… Continue Reading
If you’re rocking the Axial RR10 Bomber Rock Racer and want to give it a different look, Pro-Line has released a new body panel set that’s worth checking out. The Pro-Panels clear body set is made from durable polycarbonate and feature an aggressive design. They also include features for adding additional Pro-Line accessories (specifically their… Continue Reading
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