The Tamiya Grasshopper has a special place in my heart, not only as a classic R/C model but also as my first kit build. Tamiya has put a twist on this classic buggy with their latest kit, the 1/10-scale Comical Grasshopper. With exaggerated features such as larger wheels, tires, and driver cockpit, the Comical Grasshopper […]
While there are many factors to keep in mind when racing, traction is one of the most crucial. Keeping your R/C machine locked in and digging on straightaways and corners can make a difference in where you end up when the checkered flag falls. JConcepts has introduced their "Octagons", a new short course tire option […]
My passion for the R/C hobby has deep roots in my overall love for automobiles, namely muscle cars. While my personal 1:1 dream car list changes from year-to-year, a majority of the vehicles on that list are still pavement-pounding, tire-shredding muscle cars. Thankfully, this hobby provides many opportunities to live out dream car fantasies on […]
Summer's not over yet! Although the days are getting shorter and there's less daylight to enjoy, that doesn't mean your summertime fun has to come to an end. Pro Boat's SonicWake R/C boat has the power, the features, and the looks to greatly enhance any day at the lake. If you want to take your […]
Opportunities like this don't come along every day. The adrenaline junkies at Traxxas have fired up an amazing contest that will put the winner in hobby heaven. The ultimate prize is a choice between a $10,000 Traxxas R/C shopping spree or a ride-along in a 10,000+ horsepower Top Fuel Dragster, piloted by Larry Dixon. There […]
