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Over at Traxxas they have announced new livery for their Spartan and M41 rc boats. Both boats are packed with serious performance, now you have new colors choices for the summer of 2020. Traxxas Spartan Brushless Race Boat * 50+mph on 6s LiPo all-out – batteries sold separately * 36″ Deep-V hull * Velineon 540XL brushless motor * VXL-6s brushless marine speed control * TQi radio [...]
Over at Reedy they are now shipping SG3 Competition Series 1S & 4S Li-HV battery packs. Theses HV high-output cells were designed for serious voltage output and runtime. Check out these features- * State-of-the-art LiPo chemistry * Reduced internal resistance * Lightweight design * Durable hard case * Low resistance connectors * Built to ROAR/IFMAR/EFRA/BRCA specifications * Zappers SG3 LiPo 8200mAh 85C 3.8V 1:12, #27351, $65 * Zappers [...]
For all you vintage fanatics out there, JConcepts has gotten another original mold from Team Associated and are now producing the RC10GT Gas Truck II 96 Clear Body. Back in 1996, Team Associated updated the RC10GT with numerous changes. The changes to the updated RC10GT also came along with a new body, one that was destined to become a true [...]
If you are at home looking for something else to watch on Amazon Prime Video, Horizon Hobby now has a channel up there where they have started uploading content! Currently they have started showing the History of Losi and there are 2 episodes up now! You can go to Amazon.com and just search for History of Losi which will take [...]
Just announced by XRay is the 2021 edition of their RX8 Nitro On-Road Kit. The RX8 has been a winner since it was first introduced, for 2021 it receives a number of new upgrades. Here are some of the updates- * Stealth black design * Lightened bulkheads * New chassis layout for increased traction * New radio plate * New drive belts * More durable front [...]
Available right now from RC4WD are new Tough Armor Double Tube Sliders for the mighty RC4WD C2X comp truck. The tube sliders are the perfect upgrade for your C2X, take a look at the highlights- * Made from heavy duty steel tubing * Tough black powder coated finish * Weight- 4.76oz * Length- 6.85″ * Height- 0.87″ * Width- 1.98″ Street pricing for the RC4WD Tough Armor [...]
Shipping right now from RC4WD is a Tough Armor Stinger Front Bumper for the Traxxas TRX-4. The stinger bumper is nicely scaled down to fit your TRX-4 and was designed to handle the rigors of daily trail driving. Here are the highlights- * Made from stamped steel * Hand welded for increased realism * Tough black powder-coated finish * Weight- 3.19oz * Width- 3.56″ * Height- [...]
What is the favorite transmitter of the BigSquidRC Bash Crew? That would be the Spektrum DX5 Rugged. With a chassis built for punishment and innovations like a thumb-steering lever, our Bash Crew grabs the DX5 Rugged when the going gets truly gnarly. Earlier today the Spektrum crew announced a new Green Version of the DX5 Rugged. Not only does the [...]
Coming this summer from Max Speed Technology is the mini spec version of their TCR Series kit. This highly versatile platform can be built front wheel drive, or rear wheel drive, depending on your build. * Ball differential * 4 wheel independent suspension * FRP chassis * Wheelbase- 210, 225, or 239mm * Width- 164 or 173mm * Front or rear wheel drive You can use [...]
New from Kyosho is the FW06 Alpine GT4 1/10 Nitro Readyset. The Alpine GT4 comes with the newer Kyosho Syncro KT-231P 2.4GHz transmitter and is powered by a powerful KE15-SP nitro engine. Check out theses highlights- * Completely pre-assembled and painted * Shaft driven 4wd * Perfect introduction to nitro power for new drivers * 2-speed transmission * V-One RRR rear suspension * Failsafe protection * Universal [...]
Coming soon from Exotek Racing is a Heavy Duty 7075 Alloy Clamping Servo Horn. The new Exotek servo horn was designed for use in TLR 1/10 racing rigs, but can also be used in a plethora of other installs. Here are the highlights- * Fits 25 spline servos from Hitec and other manufacturers * Matches dimensions of stock TLR 22 series horn * [...]
Shipping right now from RC4WD are TNK 2.2″ Beadlock Wheels. The TNK wheels have been CNC machined from aluminum and have an amazingly scale realistic look. * Anodized with black/silver finish * Fits 2.2″ sized tires * Weight- 4.47oz each * Width- 1.4″ * Positive Offset- 0.11″ * Outer Diameter- 2.39″ The RC4WD TNK 2.2″ Beadlock Wheels are street priced at $116 for a set of four [...]
New from Kyosho is the FW06 Mercedes AMG GT3 2020 Nitro Readyset The Mercedes is heavy on scale realism with a nicely detailed body and a powerful nitro engine. Check out these features- * Fully pre-assembled and painted * Syncro KT-231P 2.4GHz radio system * High-power KE15-SP nitro engine * Shaft driven 4wd * Tuned muffler, large air cleaner The Kyosho FW06 Mercedes AMG GT3 2020 [...]
Over at JConcepts they have announced a new S15 series body for the Tekno NB48 2.0 nitro race buggy. The S15 series of bodies were designed for serious track performance, check out these features- * Original styling by JConcepts * Cab forward design for increased steering * Shark fin on cockpit improves stability * Comes with window masks, decals, and over-spray protection * Ample fuel [...]
New from Traxxas are Heavy Duty Suspension Arms for their legendary X-Maxx monster truck. Traxxas has released upgrade “heavy duty” arms for several of their other trucks and the BigSquidRC Bash Crew has found the previous units to be quite durable. Designed for driving in cold weather, or for just sending-it, the heavy duty arms are perfect for bomb-proofing your [...]
