Over the past year, I’ve watched the Traxxas TRX-4 enter the scale R/C scene and become an instant favorite among hobbyists. Their original offering, the TRX-4 Land Rover Defender, got the ball rolling and was quickly followed by additional models (TRX-4 Tactical Unit, TRX-4 Ford Bronco, TRX-4 Assembly Kit). Each of these options provided the […]
Horizon Hobby has lowered the price on various Vaterra 1/10-scale Ascender models ( ready-to-run and bind-and-drive). With savings between $70 to $90, you can pick up a trail truck that's almost ready to roll right out of the box. Vaterra Ascender 1972 Chevy K10 Pickup (RTR) - $369.99 Vaterra Ascender 1972 Ford Bronco (RTR) - […]
Now that my Axial SCX10 has a beefed-up driveline, it’s time to tend to the steering performance of this trail rig. A few years ago, I applied a basic waterproofing technique (liquid electrician’s tape) to the exterior of my stock SCX10 servo. Although I don’t actively seek out wet conditions while driving, it’s nice to […]
Could your R/C basher or racing machine use power overhaul? If your summertime project list is missing a bit of hobby magic, the folks at Castle Creations are offering up some savings on select ESCs, motors, combos, and accessories. The range of discounted items varies, but here's a sample of what you can find during […]
Pro-Line has introduced a new tire option for carpet and synthetic-turf buggy racing, aiming to provide both grip and durability for on-track competition. Their Pyramid buggy tires are designed specifically for 2-wheel drive, 1/10-scale R/C buggies and have been developed with astroturf racing in mind. The tire's pin design emulates the shape of a pyramid, […]
