When it comes to painting a lexan body it can be hit or miss for me. The Proline Dodge Ramcharger was the last lexan body I painted; overall I think it tuned out good for a few reasons. First off, the main body is only one color, doing one solid color is a lot easier then doing a two tone. [...]
New over at DE Racing are 2.2″ sized Phenom Buggy Tires. The Phenoms look to be a great multi-purpose tire that can be used on a wide variety of different vehicles. The Phenoms are shipping right now and are available in multiple different rubber compounds. Also, DE Racing has announced that the Phenom is available for both front and rear [...]
New from Serpent is the X20FWD Touring Car Kit. This FWD version of the X20 is a high-end race machine and is available with either a carbon fiber, or aluminum chassis (#SER400036). Based off the mid-motor version, the X20FWD is engineered for optimal flex, thus allowing you to put more power down to the track. Here are the highlights- * All [...]
Just saw this over on the Horizon Hobby Facebook page. They have created a new page where people can donate money that will go towards local hobby shops. We have always pushed for the support of local shops, so this seems like a great and important message to get out there. They are selling T-shirts and Sticker sheets, where the [...]
New over at Traxxas is a video for their legendary E-Revo Monster Truck. The new video is titled “70+ MPH Sand Flipping Fun” and shows off the E-Revo doing some extreme bashing maneuvers. With a powerful VXL brushless system and massive suspension travel, the Traxxas E-Revo is ready for your next hardcore bashing adventure. After the video, use this link to [...]
Today is your last day to get those entries in to win the March Bash-ness 2020 Champion! The ARRMA Infraction from Horizon Hobby pulled off the big win this year in our March Bahs-ness brackets, and as tradition goes, it’s time to give one away! Special thanks to ARRMA and Horizon Hobby for helping make this happen. It’s really awesome [...]
For all you dirt oval drivers out there, JConcepts has dropped the L8D “Decked” Late Model Clear Body. The “decked” version of the L8D features a mock cock-pit for increased realism and performance, check out these features- * Length- 21.375” * Max Width- 10.5″ * Adjustable super spoiler * Dropped nose and panel pockets * Flat rear deck * Offset cab w/ recessed windows The [...]
“Industry question Cub, what are you hearing out there? How bad is it so far? (Name withheld by request)” Cubby- Well hello there “Name withheld by request”, pleasure to meet ya, LOL. 🙂 Ya know, I would totally have expected the Covid-19 pandemic to have kicked the pecker-in of pretty much everyone in rc. However, that is not the case. There are some [...]
During the Covid-19 worldwide pandemic, many companies have switched over to help make medical gear. Pro-Line Racing is best known for winning world championships and keeping hardcore bashers & scalers supplied with the best tires/bodies/wheels/shocks/upgrades on the rc market. However, to help during medical supply shortages during this pandemic, Pro-Line has just announced a new PPE Face Shield. Their face [...]
For you guys that love driving a realistic 2wd rig, Kyosho has dropped a new video for their Outlaw Rampage PRO Type 2. The updated Outlaw Rampage PRO Type 2 comes with a number changes, but what has not changed is its scale realism. Designed from the ground up for serious scale appeal, the Kyosho not only looks scale on [...]
New from Axial Racing is the freshly updated 1/10 RR10 Bomber 2.0 RTR. The Bomber 2.0 comes with updated Spektrum and Dynamite electronics, plus other upgrades. Here are the highlights- * Two liveries available * Updated Randy Slawson Bomber livery * Randy Slawson unit comes with Trail Ready wheels w/ BF Goodrich Baja T/S KR3 tires * Second option is Savvy Offroad Bomber livery * [...]
Over at Team Corally they have dropped a new video for their 1/10 Triton SP 2WD Monster Truck. Team Corally has long been known as a high-end race car manufacturer, but recently they’ve released an entire line-up of bash rigs that are on-point for the American market. A few weeks ago we reviewed their 1/8 Kronos Monster Truck and it [...]
Recently announced by Kyosho is the Fazer Mk2 FZ02 Chassis Kit. The Fazer Mk2 has been released before in various Readyset forms, but soon you’ll be able to get it as just a chassis kit. The kit form can save you money by allowing you to use your own body and electronics. Here are the highlights- * Comes with upgrade parts * [...]
A couple of weeks ago Pro-Line made big news by dropping the all new Supersonic Speed Run Body. The Supersonic fits 1/10th scaled short course trucks and was designed to help you achieve higher top speeds than ever before. Below you’ll find a short video narrated by P-L’s Gerardo Gonzalez that shows off all the features of the Supersonic. Also, [...]
New from Carisma Scale Adventure are High Clearance Version 2 Steering Knuckles. The V2 knuckles are totally performance based to help you get the most out of your rig when the going gets tough. Check out these features- * Made from aluminum and carbon fiber * Improves approach angle for increased performance * 17.5mm more forward clearance at steering link * 9.2mm higher than [...]
