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The biggest buzz going around the BigSquid offices this morning is about the forthcoming 10th scale Ken Block Rally Car from HPI. After watching Block score a silver medal at X-Games over the weekend we are all stoked to get in some rally-cross action in the parking lot. Until more information is released here are a few more pictures to wet [...]
TheToyz has a pretty nifty carry bag for all you HPI Savage XS and Traxxas 1/16th scale Summit owners. The new TheToyz bag features heavy duty construction, a removable pit mat, and adjustable storage separators. Size is 15.5″x12″x8″ and has a street price of $70. For complete info HERE’s the link. Want to read up on other Traxxas Summit news here [...]
I know there are a lot of people out there that have been waiting for something like this! Recently a couple of photo’s popped up with Ken Block signing autographs next to what is most likely a HPI WR8 3.0 with a Ken Block 2012 paint job on in. Aww yea! We are ready to get our drift on now. [...]
The HPI Savage XS Flux is undoubtedly one of the most bash-able trucks on the market today. For those of you looking to add some bling-bling factor to yours, GPM now has upgrade shocks available. These aluminum shocks come in different colors, come with extra springs, and will set you back under $20 a pair. CLICK HERE to get more [...]
There has been a few vehicles on our ‘wish list’ for a while now, and this is one of them! It sounds like HPI Racing is getting close to releasing the Super 5SC Flux RTR. This truck gives bashers the chills. Since the release of the HPI Baja, A 1/5th scale 4WD has had people begging for years. Well we [...]
THE HPI Apache C1 ReviewWhen HPI mad the announcement and initial showed the first pictures of the HPI Apache C1, the world took notice. It was going to be the size people were looking for, the power people wanted, and the scale looks that seem to be the direction RC is going to. People were excited, pre-orders were being [...]
Well we finally got our hands on the HPI Racing Bullet MT Flux! I have to say, out of the box, the initial impressions are darn good! We really dig the paint scheme with the sort of candy grey paint. Everything looks solid, and the new TF-40 stock radio feels good in the hand! I really dig the orange aluminum.. [...]
Replace your shock retainer caps with this Shock Guard Set for your Apache, D8 & Vorza 16mm big bore shocks. The guard will help protect the shock shaft and spring from debris. They will retail for $15. Also being released by HPI. A 3s battery mount set for the E-Firestorm so allow room for thicker battery pack. $5 Their Flux Shot 4300kvmotor [...]
HPI Racing has released some new option parts for the Trophy buggy and truggy. A hard differential gear set for the 3.5 buggy. The rest are for the 3.5 buggy and 4.6 truggy. Upgrade the plastic busing in your brakes with new ball bearings, sealed bearings for the steering, front and rear orange aluminum suspension holders, aluminum steering arms, and 0 [...]
A new on-road body from HPI Racing is the Ford Focus RS. It’s sized for a 200mm touring car chassis. The body is extra thick for durability. (We like that!) Comes with the usual decals, window masks, and fits just about every on-road vehicle HPI makes. #gallery-11 { margin: auto; } #gallery-11 .gallery-item { float: left; margin-top: 10px; text-align: center; width: 33%; } #gallery-11 img { border: 2px solid #cfcfcf; } #gallery-11 [...]
New from HPI Racing is a pretty sweet looking Ford F-150 SVT Raptor body for Monster Trucks. Seems like everyone was doing Raptor’s for short course, but for you monster truck fans, HPI has you covered. #gallery-13 { margin: auto; } #gallery-13 .gallery-item { float: left; margin-top: 10px; text-align: center; width: 33%; } #gallery-13 img { border: 2px solid #cfcfcf; } #gallery-13 .gallery-caption { margin-left: 0; } /* see gallery_shortcode() in wp-includes/media.php */Hit the official [...]
Attention drift fans!! HPI Racing has released some details on their upcoming 2012 HPI Drift Challenge – Round 1! The first round will take place at HPI Racing HQ in Foothill Ranch, CA. on April 1st, 2012! It’s free to enter, and there are some good prizes on the block including invitations do the next drift battle in Long [...]
HPI Racing‘s Mini Trophy Truck has been given some cosmetic surgery and is now the Coyote DB. So beyond the body, what’s new with this vehicle? Well… not much. Not that there’s anything wrong with that. It certainly does look cool as a buggy. So what’s the same? Pretty much everything. You’ll still finda 4wd drive-train with metal gear diffs, [...]
Over the weekend, Wrench picked up his HPI Racing Apache C1 and dropped off the pics of the unboxing. We should have one to beat on in the office very soon as well, so expect a pretty in-depth review as we put the new buggies to the test! #gallery-17 { margin: auto; } #gallery-17 .gallery-item { float: left; margin-top: 10px; text-align: center; width: 33%; } #gallery-17 img { border: 2px [...]
Ever wondered what it would be like to be able to go from land to water without any problems? Well I have the answer, an amphibious HPI wheely king! The wheely king is perfect for this build; it’s straight axles, four wheel drive, and chassis mounted steering means that only a few minor modifications need to be made. Keep reading [...]
