Transforming a stock, ready-to-run (RTR) R/C model into a custom creation has become one of my favorite aspects of the hobby. Aside from personalizing a vehicle to fit your style, you can oftentimes improve the performance and handling characteristics as well. If you haven't yet experienced the thrill of customizing or building your own radio-controlled […]
In addition to their passion for the hobby, Pro-Line doesn't shy away from trying new things. A perfect example of this experimentation is on full display with their Builder Series "Metric" body set. Through a partnership with Knight Customs, this new 1/10-scale trail truck and rock crawler body provides any number of customization options by […]
Fans of 1/12-scale trail trucks have a new option to check out in Team Associated's CR12 Tioga Trail Truck. This is the third CR12 model in the Team Associated lineup and offers a vehicle with a rugged, trail-ready appearance and plenty of performance. Smaller than traditional 1/10-scale trail and rock crawling models, the CR12 Tioga […]
Don't let sand or snow slow down your R/C fun. To keep you rolling no matter what the conditions may be, Pro-Line has introduced their Sand Paw Low-Profile Sand Truck Tires. Designed to fit the Traxxas Rustler (2-wheel drive or 4x4), these 2.8" tires feature offset fin treads to help motor through loose ground. Their low-profile […]
Everything old becomes new again. Since I missed out on many of the classic R/C models of the 80s and 90s, reproduction models are a great way to capture that old-school joy with a bit of a new-school spin. As part of their "vintage series", Kyosho is re-releasing their popular Turbo Optima buggy kit with […]
