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Wednesday’s are usually pretty rough around here. Luckily, my Losi Mini 8IGHT was at home waiting for me after what seemed like an endless day, which was pretty surprising. So far, this thing looks and feels pretty sweet. Check out the unboxing pics, as well as a couple pics next to some other BSRC favorites so you [...]
If you’re a crawler and need some new go-go gear, check out the Venom540 55T Brushed Motor + 60A Waterproof ESC Crawler Combo. Lots of low-end brushed torque, and a 2S LiPo ready waterproof ESC for when things get…damp. Always a must for crawling in the elements. This motor and ESC combo should be available now for [...]
Here’s a shot of the brand new Axial EXO Terra Buggy that is being shown at SEMA this week! We don’t have a ton of info just yet, but from what I can tell from the picture it has independent suspension, but some killer scale looks! Stay tuned for more info when we get it! *Update* I have [...]
For most of us, winter puts a serious damper on most of our RC driving. If you’re like me, an indoor track is hours away, and your fingers go numb five minutes after you start a bash session outside. While I use winter as an opportunity to clean/maintain/fix all of my vehicles that took a serious beating through [...]
Muchmore Racing has a sweet new Power Master World Edition II EVO power supply for anyone looking for some more power! 24 amps of constant current, built in cooling fan, overload short circuit protection…all compacted into a small, under 2 lbs anodized aluminium case. Grab one in either blue or black for around $160 right now! Check out Muchmore [...]
Cubby and I had a total blast thrashing each other with some VS Tanks at iHobby 2011. Heck, even after the show doors were closed we were over in that booth blowing each other up. Way cool stuff. VS Tank has a new 1/24 Scale King Tiger Henschel that looks totally awesome. Realistic lights, sounds, rotating [...]
Soldering can really be a pain sometimes… Luckily, Muchmore Racing has a sweet new Soldering Station to help you out. It is like having a third hand. Eight different-sized holes to help hold connectors, a clamp to hold an ESC or connector in place, and it’s small so it doesn’t take up much room at all. [...]
Duratrax has posted a sweet video of their new Brushless Evader! Brushless, waterproof, and a Futaba 2.4GHz radio… Yeah, killer! I’m stoked for this. Click through to check out the video!
We covered this guy at iHobby 2011 but we now have the official press release for Thunder Power RC’s new UBER TP1430C Multi-Chemistry Charger! With 1000 watts of total power, this bad boy can charge 1-14S LiPo, LiIon and LiFe (A123) batteries, as well as 1-40 cell NiCd and NiMH along with 6-48V Pb (lead-acid) batteries. A 2-14S [...]
It looks like the HPI Mini Trophy Truck has offically gotten the Flux treatment! You now get all the killer scale features of the Mini Trophy Truck, combined with a Flux Vektor 4800KV motor and a Flux Vapor ESC, ready for some 3S action. Speaking of 3S, HPI now advertises the MTT as running 42MPH on a 3S. [...]
Everybody likes free stuff! Losi has a pretty sweet deal going on right now. From now until October 31st, if you purchase a Mini Desert Buggy you get a free light kit! Good stuff. The Mini Desert Buggy is a pretty sweet little vehicle with a killer look. Make sure you check it out if [...]
Here is our first official UN…TUBING! This is one of the new Duratrax Brushless Motors! This is the 17.5T/2250kV motor 540-size sensored motor that is handwound, and features precision ball bearings and neodymium magnets. Enjoy the pics from iHobby 2011 and look for a review in the future! #gallery-3 { margin: auto; } #gallery-3 .gallery-item { float: left; margin-top: 10px; text-align: center; width: 50%; } #gallery-3 img [...]
Our fearless leader Brian during the ARRMA demo at iHobby 2011…
As part of our coverage on iHobby 2011, we are going to try and bring the show to you, by posting up info on some of exhibitors here. If you can’t make it, you can at least see what you’re missing! You know how we feel about Pro-Line… Heck, you know how I feel about Pro-Line Trenchers, and so [...]
As part of our coverage on iHobby 2011, we are going to try and bring the show to you, by posting up info on some of exhibitors here. If you can’t make it, you can at least see what you’re missing! Viper is here showing off all kinds of goodies. Be sure to stop in and check them out [...]