Team Futaba has added yet another established pilot to their fold. Five-time XFC winner, Jamie Robertson is the newest member of Futaba’s Air Team. After catching the radio-controlled “bug” from his dad, Jim, Jamie has been full-throttle in the world of R/C helicopters ever since. Born and raised in Claremore, Oklahoma, Jamie caught the flying […]
Maintaining control of your radio-controlled car, truck, or aircraft is a crucial part of enjoying the hobby. While some controllers can cost as much (or more) than the vehicle you’re piloting, it’s nice to find some that are Both economical and feature-rich. For you twin-stick transmitter fans, Futaba has introduced a new, 6-channel model that’s […]
Provided by Futaba Champaign, IL, April 12, 2017 – Racing superstar and Team Futaba driver Ryan “Lutzinator” Lutz won the coveted Iron Man Award at this year’s Psycho Nitro Blast. In addition to the Iron Man win, Ryan dominated the Nitro Truggy, Nitro Buggy and 4x4 Short Course Truck classes. He also placed second in the Electric […]
Throughout the years, professional sports and the R/C world have experienced some unique connections. Many athletes, specifically race car drivers and motocross/supercross riders, have flocked to the radio-control hobby as a way to unwind (and still fuel their passion for competition and speed). The latest pro-sports-to-R/C connection comes in the form of a Monster Jam […]
Every so often my two favorite pastimes, auto racing and R/C, intersect in some unique ways. When these crossovers occur, it reminds me how broad and wide the appeal of this hobby can be, and what a great form of escape it provides folks from all walks of life. The most-recent happening involves NASCAR driver, […]
