New from HPI Racing is a video showing off their Jumpshot Series Option Parts. The HPI Jumpshot series has been a hit among new bashers thanks to their durability and fun to drive design. The new HPI option parts can be used to help improve performance, or to make your Jumpshot even tougher. HPI Racing Jumpshot Upgrades * Wheelie bar set * [...]
New from Treal are their “Type L” 1.9" Beadlock R/C Crawler Wheels. With a modern design and beautiful finish, these wheels should look great on just about any 1/10-scale trail machine. Made from CNC-machined aluminum, these Type L wheels are available in six color options (black, blue, green, purple, red, and titanium) and feature raw aluminum accents. Their multi-part design should [...]
The folks over at Tamiya have posted a new promotional video for their upcoming BBX BB-01 Buggy Kit. The all new BBX features a scale look, to go along with its high performance chassis. This combination of classic design and modern performance is a nice blend for backyard bashing, or for a day at the park bashing with other hobbyists. To [...]
New from Jason and the crew at JConcepts is an S15 Series Clear Body for the mighty Team Associated RC8B4. The S15 features mid-body winglets and rear stabilizer kick-up to help improve your lap times. Here are more highlights- * Original JConcepts S15 styling * Forward cab bias and channeled rear escape * Mid-body Winglets and rear stabilizer kick-up * Cockpit “shark fin” for [...]
Treal has announced a new set of 1.9" beadlock wheels that should look great on your next old-school build. The Type I Vintage Design Wheel features a classic, multi-hole design and ample weight for improved trail and crawling performance. Each Type I wheel weighs just over 132g and features a multi-part design for easy mounting. The wheel face is made from [...]
New from Peter and Ivan over at Carisma is the 1/24 GT24 Toyota Celica GT-Four ST185 WRC RTR. This fully licensed rally machine is perfect for driving indoors during the winter months, but is also large enough for outdoor fun as well. Check out these highlights- * Fast, fun, affordable, upgradable, robust and collectable * Celica GT-Four ST185 as driven by Juha [...]
After about a month of teasing, Hobao Racing has officially dropped their new 1/10 HB-EX10 Drag Car Kit. The designers at Hobao used premium materials to make the HB-EX10 one serious drag machine. Check out these highlights- * Mid-motor, 3-gear transmission design * Designed to be lightweight and rigid * Made with lots of carbon fiber and hardened aluminum parts * All metal gear [...]
Now available for pre-order is the Tekno 1/10 SCT410SL 4WD SCT Kit. The folks at Tekno are pushing the design envelope with the new SCT410SL as it is a lightweight version of a 4WD short course truck based off their EB/ET410 platform. Being a lightweight design helps make the truck quicker and more nimble, making it perfect for tighter or [...]
Hey all and Happy Thursday! Today we are gonna discuss the Traxxas TRX-4M. The TRX-4M was the hottest release in the hobby over the holiday season, and while hobby shops across the country seemingly finally have them in stock with regularity, they remain a very hot ticket. The aftermarket around the baby TRX4 has been the most interesting part of it though, [...]
Coming soon from JConcepts are Nessi and Swagger 1/8th Buggy Tires. The Nessis and Swaggers were both designed for carpet and astro turf racing domination. Check out these highlights- Nessi – 1/8th Buggy Tires * High quality JConcepts fit, finish and design * 3D blended, medium-height pin-size for quick reaction * Semi-circle protrusions for side-bite * Light-weight carcass * Includes open cell foam inserts Swagger – 1/8th [...]
Over at JConcepts they have just dropped new 2.2″ Sized Landmines and Tusk Scale Off-Road Tires. The Tusk and the Landmines have proven to be highly capable while out on the trail, now you can get them for your 2.2″ sized wheels. Here are more highlights- Landmines 2.2″ Tires * Robust carcass with split-block design * 1:1 inspired styling * Overall Size – 147mm/5.79” * [...]
New and hot from Axial is the 1/10 SCX10 Pro Scaler 4WD Kit. The new SCX10 Pro offers convenience, value, and top-level performance for your next scale crawler build. Here are more highlights- * Adjustable competition specific chassis * Optimized for climbing, side hilling, and break over * Multi-piece steel tube axles for servo on the axle or chassis-mounted servo * Low and forward [...]
Over at Team Magic they are promoting their very slick 1/10 E4D-MF R35 Brushless RTR Drift Car. The brushless RTR version of the E4D-MF R35 comes with serious power under the hood to help you show off your sideways skills. Here are the highlights- * Perfect weight balance for better control * Special CVD driveshafts in front to increase steering rate * Countersteer [...]
New from the crew at Exotek Racing is the XB Vader Drag Chassis Conversion. Made specifically for the XRay XB2 2wd race buggy, the XB Vader supplies all the goodies you need to convert your buggy over to no-prep drag racing mode. Here are the highlights- * Street Eliminator drag conversion kit * Fits – XRay XB2 from 2016 to 2022 * Racing [...]
Now shipping from Vanquish Products is a RTR Version of their VS4-10 Phoenix Scale Rock Crawler. That’s right scale fanatics, right now you can get a RTR version that will have you out on the trail in no time flat! Check out these highlights- * First RTR from Vanquish * Pre-built and pre-painted 1/10th RTR * Falken Wildpeak red compound 4.65” x 1.9” [...]
