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REEFS RC 1.9" Shield Aluminum Deep Dish Beadlock Wheels
Mmm…deep dish. The folks at REEFS RC keep cranking out new wheels and wheel accessories for crawlers, with their latest being a deep dish version of their 1.9" Shield Aluminum Beadlock Wheels. These new wheels (REEFS218) sport the same wheel face design, only recessed. Made of machined aluminum, these wheels aren’t just stylish, but they’re durable. REEFS states that these wheels [...]
- 1/28/2025
- 10:50 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
HackFab 1/18 Da Bug Clear Lexan Body
New from HackFab is the 1/18th scaled Da Bug Clear Lexan Body. The Da Bug is sized to fit 18th scalers and comes in clear awaiting your custom livery. Here are the highlights- * Re-release from the original BRP mold (BRP #259) * Formed from tough .030 Lexan * Originally released for the BRP SC Fun WONS * Also fits BRP Super Oval Outlaws [...]
- 1/27/2025
- 6:36 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
JConcepts 1/18 Smoothie 2 Mini Tires
The crew at JConcepts has the hook-up for all you 1/18th scaled racers with their new Smoothie 2 Mini Tires. The Smoothie 2 slick racing tires are available for front or rear and are perfect for high-bite track conditions. Here are the highlights- * JConcepts original design * Smoothie 2 slick tire concept * Losi Mini-T 2.0/Mini-B bead mounting size * Carefully shaped carcass [...]
- 1/27/2025
- 4:24 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
JConcepts 1/10 2020 Ford Raptor Scale Monster Truck Body
Newly announced by JConcepts is a 1/10th 2020 Ford Raptor Scale Monster Truck Body. The new Raptor MT from JC is sized to fit trucks like the Losi LMT and the Axial SMT10. Here are the highlights- * Officially licensed by Ford * Width – 7.25″ * Wheelbase – 12-13.0″ * Fits a variety of solid axle race trucks * Scale inspired body, cab, and [...]
- 1/27/2025
- 2:55 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
REEFS RC 2.2" Shield Aluminum Beadlock Wheels
New from REEFS RC are their 2.2" Shield Aluminum Beadlock Wheels (REEFS229). Featuring the same face style as their 1.9" Shield Wheels, these larger-diameter wheels open up a whole new realm of possibilities for your trail truck or course-focused crawler. Made of machined aluminum, these wheels are both stylish and durable. Here’s what you get with every pair of REEFS RC 2.2" [...]
- 1/27/2025
- 12:35 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
Bittydesign Pre-painted Falcon-X Body for the Traxxas UDR
The crew at Bittydesign have announced a Pre-painted Falcon-X Body for the Traxxas UDR. The Falcon-X is a bolt on body for the UDR, with this version coming fully pre-painted to save you time and mess. Here are the highlights- * Designed specifically to fit the Traxxas UDR 1/7 chassis * Molded from genuine 1.5mm thick Lexan * Specs: length 670mm, width 367mm, [...]
- 1/27/2025
- 10:09 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Video – Tamiya The Mighty Frog
The crew over at Tamiya has uploaded a new promotional video for their classic Frog Buggy Kit. The Tamiya Frog has been getting people into rc for decades and is still one of the best ways to get into our hobby. Watch the video below to see the mighty Tamiya Frog in action driving through sand, over hills, and hitting [...]
The Backyard – I Got A Tamiya BBX Kit
Hello everyone and Happy Friday! Welcome to The Backyard. A little surprise followed me home last week from the local hobby shop. I didn’t intend on buying anything, but they had a “20% off everything in the store” sale, and I couldn’t resist grabbing the Tamiya BBX 2WD Off-Road Buggy Kit (BB-01) that they had on the shelf. I have been eyeing [...]
Kyosho 1/10 Toyota Sprinter Trueno AE86 Fazer D2 Readyset
After a bit of teasing, Kyosho has officially announced their 1/10 Toyota Sprinter Trueno AE86 Fazer D2 Readyset. The new Toyota Sprinter AE86 comes on a new rear wheel drive Fazer chassis to give the car increased realism while drifting. Here are more highlights- * Fully pre-built and painted Readyset * New drift-spec rear wheel drive chassis * Steering & throttle gyro controls [...]
- 1/24/2025
- 3:14 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
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REEFS RC 3D-Printable Wheel Ring Cover for Pro-Line Dual-Sta…
The team at REEFS RC keeps rolling out new products, especially those for their new line of beadlock wheels. Their latest release is a 3D-Printable Wheel Ring Cover that’s compatible with Pro-Line Dual-Stage Tire Inserts. Designed to fit the shape of the Pro-Line Dual-Stage Tire Insert’s firm foam center, this printable file helps ensure that your REEFS RC Inner Wheel Ring [...]
RC4WD 1/10 1982 Toyota Pickup Hard Body Trail Finder 2 Kit
New from RC4WD is the 1/10th scaled 1982 Toyota Pickup Hard Body Trail Finder 2 Kit. The new Toyota kit is made for customization and to be highly capable while off-roading. Check out these highlights- * R2 single speed scale transmission * Center mounted Hammer transfer case * Realistic billet aluminum ladder frame * Ultimate scale shocks included (60/80mm) * Yota II ultimate scale cast [...]
- 1/23/2025
- 5:51 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
HackFab Drops 2 New Carbon Fiber Chassis for the Micro-B
Over at HackFab they have announced a pair of new Carbon Fiber Chassis for the small but mighty Losi Micro-B. Both of their new chassis are made from high quality carbon fiber and designed for use on oval and on-road tracks. Here are the highlights- * Left offset “Oval conversion” chassis * Transverse mounted battery “Omni conversion” chassis * Optimized wheelbase on both [...]
- 1/23/2025
- 3:31 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Sparko Racing 1/8 F8Te Electric Truggy Kit
New from Sparko Racing is the 1/8th scaled F8Te Electric Truggy Kit. This beast of a race machine is highly adjustable for changing track conditions and was designed for serious speed. Here are the highlights- * Based off the F8e buggy * 1x4s and 2x2s Lipo compatibility * Versatile chassis with multiple configurations * Adjustable front wheelbase * C-hubs move up to 2mm to adjust [...]
- 1/23/2025
- 1:12 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Exotek Carbon Fiber Battery Brace Set for the Associated B7
New from Exotek Racing is a Carbon Fiber Battery Brace for the mighty Team Associated B7 race buggy. These carbon parts are a lightweight and trick upgrade for your race buggy. Here are the highlights- * Factory race styling * Heavy duty machined carbon fiber battery cups * Fits – Associated B7 series * Matches the stock geometry * Perfect fit for 4800-6400 shorty packs * [...]
- 1/22/2025
- 6:22 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Kyosho Teases New On-Road Car At Nuremburg Toy Fair
The crew at Kyosho is now teasing a new On-Road Car that will be unveiled at this year’s Nuremburg Toy Fair in Germany. The Nuremburg Toy Fair gets started in a few days and Kyosho is building some suspense via an on-road teaser. The Toy Fair runs from January 28 to February 1 and you can get a look at [...]
