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Everybody’s Scalin’ – ECX Barrage Gen2 Discussion
Greetings from a rain-soaked St. Louis, MO! Thanks to non-stop rain, I have done zero running over the last week. A good time for some bench racin’. Last week ECX announced their new 1/12 Barrage Gen2 RTR, and I have some thoughts, especially having driven a lot of smaller scale stuff recently. I headed up our review of the original Barrage, which [...]
RC4WD ARB Diff Cover For The TRX-4
Now shipping from RC4WD is a fully licensed ARB 4×4 Accessories Scale Diff Cover. These are designed to be a perfect fit on your Traxxas TRX-4 and are anodized in red for a sharp look. CNC machined from lightweight billet aluminum, the ARB scale diff covers are an easy upgrade that is a great touch of scale realism. Pricing for [...]
- 3/30/2018
- 3:48 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Pro-Line Impulse 1.9″ Internal Bead-Loc Wheel Video
Pro-Line has just uploaded a cool new video for their Impulse 1.9″ Internal Bead-Loc Wheels. The Impulse wheels are affordable, yet scale realistic, and sport an easy to use internal bead-loc design. Paul from Pro-Line talks in the video about the performance advantages and features of the Impulse wheels, which come separately, or pre-mounted with Hyrax or Bogger tires. To get [...]
Hobbico C-Me Flying Selfie Camera Video
Recently uploaded by the folks over at Hobbico is a video for the C-Me flying camera. The C-Me is loaded with popular features, but more importantly, it is sized to fit in your pocket, making it easy to take just about anywhere. The video below shows how easy the C-Me is to use, even for first timers. Enjoy the video below, [...]
RC4WD Tough Armor Truck Rack
Add a cool new look to your Mojave II 4 Door with RC4WD’s Tough Armor Truck Rack. The rack is nicely scaled and can be used to protect your Mojave’s body, or it allows you to bolt on all sorts of scale accessories. Here are more of its highlights- * Made from hand welded, heavy duty steel tubing * Powder coated in [...]
- 3/30/2018
- 9:10 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
ASK Cubby – Your Weekly Questions, My Weekly Answer Dodging
“Traxxas Rustler Cubby, I am just getting back into rc cars, could you please recommend some basic upgrades for my Traxxas Rustler? I basically drive around my yard and local parking lot and don’t want to spend a lot of cash. Ronnie F.” Cubby- Yo hey Ronnie, thanks for taking the time out of your day to write in. Oh ya, don’t forget, a [...]
Losi Super Baja Rey Gets Basher Approved!
We have been beating the heck out of our Losi Super Baja Rey, and not only have we been having a blast with it the truck, it has proven itself to be super durable. We continue to dish out the abuse, and the Super Baja Rey continues to ask for more! Whenever we have the space, it has been our [...]
- 3/29/2018
- 4:11 pm
- Basher Approved
- By: Brian
LRP Goes Out Of Business, Lautenbach Racing Products Launche…
It is once again sad for us to post the closing of another iconic rc company. LRP has been in bankruptcy for several months and were not able to find a buyer for their company. On Saturday, March 31st, LRP will be closing forever. However, there is some good news to go along with all this. Newly founded Lautenbach Racing Products [...]
Integy Piggyback Shocks For Scale Crawlers
New from Integy are Piggyback Shocks for scale crawlers. These are 114mm in length and are cool because they sport adjustable rebound damping. You can get the shocks in four different colors to match your rig and they are CNC machined from a high quality aluminum alloy. The Integy shocks are shipping right now with pricing of $39 and a part [...]
Pro-Line Air Force 2 Wing Video
Pro-Line Racing has long been a leader in performance upgrades for 1/10th buggy racing. One of their latest products is the Air Force 2 lightweight wing. The Air Force 2 sports center fins for increased stability and is made from a durable polycarbonate. The video below goes over the performance advantages of using the Air Force 2, as well as [...]
RJ Speed Top Fuel Electric Dragster
Have you been thinking about buying your first “real” rc dragster? If so, RJ Speed has announced a Top Fuel Electric Dragster Kit. The T/F dragster is an affordable way to try real rc drag racing first hand. * 30″ dragster kit * Clear polycarbonate body * Front and rear wings * Chassis made from .093 fiberglass * Comes with wheels & tires Street pricing for [...]
- 3/28/2018
- 6:27 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Atomik RC Barbwire 2 RTR Boat
Shipping now, just in time for spring, is the Atomik RC Barbwire 2 RTR boat. The latest edition of the Barbwire takes things up a notch by sporting an upgraded power system, as well as a self-righting hull design. Here is more of the scoop- * Comes with 3S 75C 1300mAh LiPo battery * 2 amp, 20 watt battery charger * 30 amp [...]
- 3/28/2018
- 4:55 pm
- New Products
RC Boats - By: Tim Mohr
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Common Sense RC Handy Grip Soldering Jig
In stock and shipping now from Common Sense RC is the Handy Grip Soldering Jig. The jig makes it easy to solder up Deans, EC3, XT60, as well a wide variety of other battery connectors. Made from high-end carbon fiber, the jig is simple, yet versatile enough to help with a number of different hobby related tasks. * Weight- [...]
- 3/28/2018
- 3:11 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
March Bash-ness 2018 Round 4 – Final Four
We are down to the final four! This is a VERY important round because it’s going to crown a winner for the basher side and a winner for the crawler side. It’s been very exciting watching things unfold. The leads in round three jumped back and forth several times leaving us on the edge of our seats to see who [...]
RC4WD Tough Armor Rear Bumper With Hitch Mount For The TF2
Shipping now from RC4WD is the Tough Armor Rear Bumper With Hitch Mount for the Trail Finder 2. The Tough Armor bumper has a great scale appearance and is made from heavy duty materials to take a beating out on the trail. * Hand welded from heavy duty steel tubing * Black powder coated finish * Length- 7.22″ * Weight- 2.56oz Street pricing for [...]
- 3/28/2018
- 12:09 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
