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Do you want the scale realism of exhaust smoke emitting from your rc car? If so, Killerbody RC has a new Smoky Exhaust Pipe with LED on the way. With this set-up your car (or truck) can emit smoke just like a full sized car, while the LED light makes the exhaust pipe look like it is getting hot. The [...]
Believe it or not, this week’s SquidInk wasn’t really (Axial) Yeti inspired. I actually think it was 2 parts Monster (Energy), one part Slim Jim, and not sure what the other substance was that lead us down the path. Click the image for the hires version, make sure to hit those share buttons. Want to see the previous comics? [...]
On the way from Tamiya is an entry level drifter kit based on their 4wd TT-02 chassis. A stylish Nissan Skyline GT-R R33 body tops the car and it comes in drift trim with mesh style wheels and Super Driftech tires. Some of its other features include- * CVA oil shocks * Full bearings * Sport tuned motor * Clear body with stickers and [...]
With scale realism being all the rage, it was only a matter of time until a big name in the rc business put out there own “rc specific” Action Figures. No longer does the rc public have to settle for some crazy looking wrestler or have to try scavenging up something from the blow-out aisle at the local Wally World. [...]
If you watch Formula 1 racing then you already know what KERS is, if not, it is a Kinetic Energy Return System. In F1, drivers charge their KERS system while racing, then are allowed to discharge it a few seconds per lap for more power. Turnigy has a product that is supposed to do something similar for the rc crowd. [...]
If you are looking for the latest in sensored motor technology Fantom Racing has just announced their new Short Stack IONv5 brushless motors. These short stack motors yield more rpm, have lower coil resistance, and produce more wattage than comparable motors. Available in either 17.5 or 13.5 winds, these start shipping next week. They are also available with a number [...]
Don’t have the time to build your own scale garage? Soon you’ll be able to buy a complete RC Drift Garage from Killerbody RC. The garage is intended to hold a 1/10th scale drift car and measures in at 685 x 760 x 365mm. It also comes loaded with accessories and is sure to make your ultra-trick drift car look [...]
When we got the announcement on the new Helion Verdikt 12SC everyone in the office was curious as to how big it was. It is shown as a 1/12th scale, which normally is too small for our style of “serious” bashing. However, once we cracked the box open we found that it is a decent size and should be good [...]
Looking for an affordable buggy to bash this winter? Ofna has announced the new H2e RTR for your bashing enjoyment. The H2e comes with a waterproof ESC, a 2700kV brushless motor, and 2.4GHz radio gear. Some of its other features include- * Dual pad slipper * 12mm Pro aluminum shocks * Beefy gear diff * Heavy duty CVA axles * Sealed bearings * 12mm wheel hexes * [...]
You can bring an old school look to the starting grid with the latest F1 Body from Teamsaxo. Looking much like cars that raced F1 in the late ’80s, the new body from Teamsaxo is made to fit 190-200mm F1 cars and has the scale detailing that F1 enthusiasts are looking for. Pricing and a release date for this clear [...]
When you visit BSRC you see lots of headlines, some about new cars, some about reviews, even some about changes within our industry. After some bench racing with the Bash Crew I now present to you some headlines you won’t be seeing in rc this year… “Traxxas Wins IFMAR World Championship!” – No, you’ll never be seeing this headline, Traxxas knows [...]
Does your Traxxas Revo/E-Revo roll too much in the corners? If so, the folks at Hot Racing have a new Sway Bar Kit for you. This adjustable sway bar kit helps keep your Revo’s tires on the ground and the chassis flatter, making your truck easier to drive. Designed to fit the Revo 2.5 or 3.3, top quality hardware is [...]
Hot on the heals of the Kraton, ARRMA has another big truck coming out. This is the ARRMA RC Talion 1/8 BLX Truggy. For all those that didn’t want a monster truck, but want a powerful beast, this one may be for you. It’s just slightly smaller than the Kraton all around. Here are some Specs: Length: 22.5″ (571mm) Width: 16.7″ (425mm) Height: [...]
We just got the first details on the new ARRMA RC Senton Short Course Truck. The Senton is 4WD, with a brushless system that can handle up to a 6S LiPo. Some specs: Length: 22″ (560mm) Width: 11.6″ (295mm) Height: 7.67″ (195mm) Wheelbase: 12.5-12.67″ (318-322mm) Weight: 127oz (3.6kg) Chassis: Aluminum, with side impact bumpers Drive: Four wheel with CVD driveshafts Radio: 2.4GHz Steering Servo: ADS-15M metal geared with 208 [...]
If you haven’t seen the video already, it’s pretty funny. What’s slightly suspicious is the way he’s perfectly framed in the shot. Having flown and tried to film many things with our drones quadcopters, it’s rare that we get it so lined up. Either way it’s an entertaining video. 🙂