Bigger, sleeker, and more rad than ever. Traxxas is turning up the heat when it comes to road-ready R/C models. Following in the tracks of their stunning lineup of 4-Tec 2.0 models, they’ve released their next-generation on-road platform, the 4-Tec 3.0 Corvette Stingray. You’ll find plenty of “newness” sprinkled throughout this model, from the body… Continue Reading
Bigger, sleeker, and more rad than ever. Traxxas is turning up the heat when it comes to road-ready R/C models. Following in the tracks of their stunning lineup of 4-Tec 2.0 models, they’ve released their next-generation on-road platform, the 4-Tec 3.0 Corvette Stingray. You’ll find plenty of “newness” sprinkled throughout this model, from the body… Continue Reading
Tower Hobbies isn’t fooling around when it comes to April Fools’ Day. During their April Fools’ Day Flash Sale, you can save up to 25% off a selection of kits, engines, servos, battery chargers, and more. Some of the highlights of this sale include 20% off Tamiya’s 1/10-scale Mercedes-AMG GT3 kit, 20% off HiTec’s D950TW… Continue Reading
Kyosho has another model that’s primed to fire up fans of the classic muscle car. Following in the tire tracks of its Dodge Charger and Chevy El Camino models, Kyosho has introduced the Fazer Mk2 1967 Pontiac GTO. With a stunning silver body, black roof, and chromed accents, this car is sure to stir up… Continue Reading
With news of new R/C crawlers from New Bright fresh on my mind, I was happy to see one of their DashCam Jeep Trailcat models in the toy aisle of my neighborhood Walmart. This model was one that I’d hoped to get a closer look at and once I did, it quickly found it’s way… Continue Reading
Drag racing and muscle cars go hand-in-hand. But what about trucks? If you prefer to go fast in a slammed pickup, Pro-Line has a new body option for you. Their 1972 Chevy C-10 Clear Dragster Body will give your Slash dragster or Team Associated DR10 a fresh, new look with a decidedly retro vibe. Featuring… Continue Reading
Samix has added to their lineup of upgrades for the Axial SCX10 III with the addition of a brass front bumper mount. This option part allows for easy installation and places weight stratigically toward the front of your rig for added crawling traction. Weighing 104g and featuring a black finish with gold accents, this SCX10… Continue Reading
Need more R/C news in your life? While I’ve shared a few of my favorite hobby-related podcasts in the past, that list is woefully outdated. Feedspot has recently launched their “Top 30 R/C Podcasts” list, and it’s chock-full of radio-controlled goodness. The list includes such shows as The RC Hangout Podcast, That Scale RC Show,… Continue Reading
It’s a new year, and what better way to celebrate than by talking about the R/C hobby? I’ve mentioned CarryAll RC and their lineup of crawling and trail-focused backpacks in the past, so I figured it was time to give an overview of their X-TRA 3 Combo Backpack. In addition to that, I want to… Continue Reading
Brushless power, 2.2″ tires, an aggressive design…what’s not to love from the Axial RBX10 Ryft? Its appearance takes a while to truly appreciate but based on this action footage, it appears to be one amazing machine. While it borrows attitude from the RR10 Bomber, the Ryft is its own machine. To see how it performs… Continue Reading
Axial celebrated 15 years of R/C fun last year and in 2021, they’re showing that they haven’t slowed down one bit. Today, they released their latest ready-to-run (RTR), 1/10-scale rock-ruling creation, the RBX10 Ryft rock bouncer. On the outside, the Ryft looks like a throwback to Axial’s early days. With a visible tube-frame chassis, minimal… Continue Reading
Episode 19 of The Big Squid RC Podcast Shortly before 2020 came to a close, I had the opportunity to sit down (virtually) with Jim Campbell, President of Tekin for The Big Squid RC Podcast. Tekin is one of the best-known names when it comes to 2wd and 4wd off-road R/C competition motors and ESCs,… Continue Reading
It’s a new year, bringing new gear from a number of R/C brands. Exotek Racing has introduced a new F1-style body for its F1Ultra kit. The aptly-named F1 Body is sleek and lightweight, making it a great performance aid for on-track competition. The visuals of this car pull from 1:1 Formula 1 and open-wheel racing… Continue Reading
How often does your “hobby life” collide with your everyday life? Depending on the level of addiction you have to the world of R/C, that frequency might vary. For me, there are a few instances where my hobby knowledge provides some day-to-day benefit, but not as much as I’d like. Thankfully, my kids are involved… Continue Reading
One of the appealing aspects of scale R/C vehicles is the fact that you can make these rigs as realistic as your imagination can handle. Thankfully, there is no shortage of ways to add scale details to your radio-controlled machine, scale garage, or scale trail. That includes one of the newest names to hit the… Continue Reading
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It’s safe to say that 2020 hasn’t been a joyride. Still, there are some bright spots from the year, especially if you look toward the R/C hobby. One group that knows how to bring out the fun is Traxxas, and they’re celebrating the end of the year with a recap of their best on-video action.… Continue Reading
If you’re Element RC Enduro could use a refresh, there are plenty of options to choose from. Simply looking to add style and not much weight? Samix RC has introduced an Aluminum Diff Cover that will help you touch up the appearance of your rig without affecting its trailing and crawling performance. Using the same… Continue Reading
To help ring in the new year a few days early, Traxxas has introduced a new color option for its Maxx monster truck. Alongside the lineup of red, orange, blue, green, and “Rock & Roll”, you can now pick up a hotly-painted monster in “Solar Flare”. This color scheme features yellow, orange, red, and black… Continue Reading
Pro-Line has introduced new PowerStroke Shocks designed specifically for ARRMA’s 3S and 4S bashing machines. The new front and rear shock sets appear to be a great upgrade option for the Kraton, Senton, Typhon, Outcast, and Granite models. These big bore shocks feature 14mm shock bodies and 3.5mm shock shafts aimed at durability for extreme… Continue Reading
If you need to add the utility of a winch to your scale R/C rig but are running low on space, Reef’s RC has introduced their latest servo winch that’s perfect for small spaces; the 99Micro Servo Winch. Based on their 99 Micro Servo, this winch offers quick and powerful performance in a very compact… Continue Reading
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This past weekend, Carisma Scale Adventure announced their next-generation SCA-1E Coyote 2.1 via an unboxing video. Now, they’ve released a collection of photos showcasing the body and details of this 1/10-scale trail machine. Through a post on their Facebook page, they are showing off more exterior angles of their flat-gray-bodied SCA-1E Coyote 2.1. With plenty… Continue Reading
Redcat has announced the re-release of the Piranha TR10, a 1/10-scale, brushed truggy that’s built for budget-minded fun. The TR10 is a no-frills machine but still manages to include everything you’ll need to get running as soon as you open the box. Among the highlights of the Redcat Piranha TR10 are waterproof electronics with a… Continue Reading
With Christmas only a few days away, chances are you’ve wrapped up your holiday shopping for the year. If you still need a last-minute gift for that R/C fanatic in your life, or simply want to treat yourself with a stocking-stuffer, Horizon Hobby has you covered with an E-Gift Card discount. Between now and Wednesday,… Continue Reading
If you’re a fan of Carisma Scale Adventure and their SCA-1E platform, Christmas has come early! The original SCA-1E Coyote has been refreshed, and the next generation has been announced, the SCA-1E Coyote 2.1. Some of the highlights of the SCA-1E Coyote 2.1 include a chassis-mounted steering servo, a front-mounted battery tray, and Carisma’s own… Continue Reading
Upgrading the radio system on any R/C model, whether it’s a ready-to-run (RTR) or kit build, is a good enhancement to consider. In some cases, you may have a transmitter that offers limited features or doesn’t feel comfortable in your hand. It’s also important to not overlook the tech aspect of these radios. Is our… Continue Reading