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Over at HackFab they have just announced their first entry into the tire market with their upcoming Haymaker Dirt Oval Tires. Sized for trucks like the 1/18 Losi Mini line-up, the new Haymakers were designed to give optimal grip on dirt & clay oval tracks. * Will be offered in three different rubber compounds * Soft, molded closed cell foam inserts * Sold [...]
New over at HPI Racing is a unboxing video for their 1/16 BlackZon Slyder Turbo. The new Slyder is a small scale basher that is great for first time drivers. Watch the video below to see how quick and easy it is to get a new Slyder Turbo from the box, to bashing in the backyard. After the video you can [...]
Now available for pre-order is the Kraken 1/5 KV5TTE Ultra Desert Trophy Truck Kit. This beast of a trophy truck is supersized, for super fun. With a 12S capable brushless ESC, and huge amounts of suspension travel, the KV5TTE Ultra is designed to be king of your local bash spot. Check out these highlights- * World’s first true-scale production of a [...]
Hello everyone and Happy Thursday! I’m not a traditional 1/10 or 1/8 scale off-road racer these days, though many moons ago I used be fairly hardcore about it. I raced 1/10 2wd buggy, 1/10 4wd buggy, 1/10 SCT, 1/10 Stadium truck…I even dabbled with some nitro monster truck stuff in the early 2000’s. I remember the discussion around that time frame when [...]
New from Kyosho is the Sand Master 2.0 2wd Buggy Readyset. Designed for serious backyard fun, the Sand Master 2.0 comes completely pre-built and ready to bash! Check out these highlights- * Two different liveries to choose from * Width – 230mm * Wheelbase – 270mm * Gear Ratio – 8.76:1 * Weight – 1,700 grams * 540 sized brushed motor * Completed chassis with radio installed * [...]
New from Team Associated is the RC10B6.4CC Collectors Clear Edition Kit. All you collectors out there should be stoked to see this clear edition of AE’s B6.4 2wd buggy kit. Check out these highlights- * Iconic polycarbonate Clear Material throughout * Clear edition includes natural silver +3mm chassis layout * 11mm Octalock LCF slipper clutch * Steel ESC weights * Servo weights * Front and rear [...]
New over at Max Speed Technology is the 1/10th scaled RMX EX GT Competition-Level RWD Drift Car Kit. This high-end RWD drift machine has massive performance to match its trick look. Here are the highlights- * New front and rear suspension * New stiffer spring set * New ATK V2 front steering blocks * THA adjustable short arms in the rear * New gear differential * [...]
New over at JConcepts are Tusk & Scorpios Class 3 (5.25″ OD) Off-Road Tires. Designed for use in Class 3 competition, both sets of tires are more than ready for serious off-road adventuring. Here are the highlights- Tusk 2.2″ – Class 3 5.25″ OD * Robust carcass, mirror V-block design, 1:1 inspired * 2.2” bead mounting diameter for Class 3 competition * 133mm | [...]
After a bit of teasing, Gmade has dropped full details on their upcoming 1/10 GS02F Spider Portal TS Kit. The new Spider is designed for extreme off-road fun and comes with portal style axles to increase ground clearance. Here are more details- * 79 degree approach angles * Steel ladder frame * Realistic inner fenders * Extended 347mm wheelbase * Front weight balance with front [...]
Over at Exotek they are now shipping their updated Aero V2 Clip-On Motor Heat Sink. This high-end heat sink easily attaches to most standard 36mm motors and can help keep those motor temps down. Here are more highlights- * Updated V2 version * 10 grams lighter than the first version * Made from an aluminum alloy * Designed to fit 1/10 and 1/12 pan [...]
Coming soon from Traxxas are New Interiors & Clipless Bodies for the TRX-4 Blazer. The new interiors and clipless bodies will be available for the Traxxas 1969 and 1972 K5 Blazers. Check out these highlights- TRX-4 Blazer Interior Features * Modeled after 1969 and 1972 Blazer * Includes molded roll bar, gauge cluster, shift lever, and center console * Multiple steering wheel options for [...]
New over at Kyosho is a promotional video for their 1/10th scaled Subaru Impreza WRC 2002 Readyset. The Kyosho Impreza WRC 2002 has serious scale realism to go along with its high performance 4wd chassis. Watch the video below to see the Impreza WRC 2002 in action drifting around dusty corners and generally just sending it. The video also spotlights [...]
Now available from the good folks at JConcepts are Smoothie 2 LP Stadium Truck Tires in Aqua2 Compound. The Smoothie 2 tires from JC are perfect for high-bite clay or carpet racing and now they are being produced in Aqua2 rubber compound. Here are the highlights- * JConcepts original design * Thickened, Smoothie 2 concept * Low Profile carcass for sharp handling * 2.2” [...]
Over at JConcepts they have announced a new 2024 Hat Line-Up. With 5 new hats to choose from, there is a hat for every style and occasion, from the track to the trail. Check out this line-up- “2024 Ever” Hat – Embroidered, flat bill, mesh, snap-back design – Black * Part Number – #5147 * Street Price – $38 “2024 Ever” Hat – Flat [...]
New from Serpent is the 1/10 Medius X20 RTR. Serpent has long been known for high-end race cars but their new X20 RTR makes it fast and easy to hit the track, or race around your cul-de-sac. Here are the highlights- * Fully factory assembled * Comes on race wheels and tires * Fully pre-cut and pre painted body * Dragon-RC ESC * Dragon-RC brushless [...]