A couple of months ago Kyosho officially announced the new brushless version of their Mad Van Readyset. The Mad Van VE comes not only with a powerful Torx 10E brushless motor, but also a very cool vintage look. With huge tires, a gnarly brushless system, and vintage American styling, the Mad Van VE is perfect for your next weekend bashing [...]
New from Losi is an updated version of their very popular Ford Raptor Baja Rey that features Smart Technology. The latest version of the Baja Rey comes with a new Smart Firma 130 amp ESC, as well as a Spektrum 3800kV brushless motor. Here are more highlights- * Two fully licensed trim schemes by Ford * AVC stability control * Capable of speeds [...]
To help improve durability on your 1/8 buggy, JConcepts has announced a new RM2 Bridge 1/8th Red Wing Button. No matter if you bash or race a 1/8 buggy/truggy, you know how hard it can be to keep a rear wing alive. The new JC wing button looks trick, while also making your wing more likely to live after a [...]
Losi’s 1/8-scale 8IGHT Nitro RTR has received an under-the-lid upgrade. While the heartbeat of this buggy remains the same, you will find some new Spektrum electronics included in this ready-to-run machine. Some of the highlights of this refresh include a Spektrum SLT 3-channel radio system (transmitter and receiver), and a Spektrum S614 Waterproof Metal Gear Servo (with 23T spline). The power source [...]
Whereas all the big brands in bashing and crawling are American, the big names in drifting all stem from the Far East. Yokomo hailing from Tokyo, MST from a nearby country but I am not sure which, and Weld Overdose also from Japan. Now, the Far East was named the Far East back when Europe was the center of the [...]
If you want to see some amazing pilots flying some even more amazing planes, the Horizon Hobby Top Gun Invitational will be broadcast LIVE May 1st and 2nd. If you aren’t in Lakeland Florida, or you were not invited as one of the top pilots in the world, you can still enjoy all the action! All the action will be [...]
REEF’s RC has shown its support for the hobby in various ways, and their latest release adds to that commitment. The special edition ASD Crawlers RAW 500 Servo features the same internals as the standard RAW 500 but is wrapped in a limited-edition case. The light blue, aluminum anodized case features the ASD Crawlers logo, a group of R/C enthusiasts that [...]
Looking for the ultimate multi-tool? Check out the new JConcepts Curved Pliers, Side Cutter, Shock Shaft Pincher all in one tool! We are big believers in multi-tools because it’s just less we have to bring with us… going to bash, hitting the track whatever.. the less tools I need to carry with me the better! Some of the features listed [...]
Nobody does out-of-the-box scale detail like the folks at Carisma. From on-road beauties to off-road beasts, you’ll find tiny touches of realism sprinkled into every model they produce. For fans of early 2000’s rally cars, Carisma has re-released its popular 2006 Subaru Impreza WRC Clear Body Kit. This durable polycarbonate body shell is designed to fit most 1/10-scale on-road touring cars [...]
It’s Thursday night, and you know what that means! It’s time for Big Squid RC LIVE! Come join us as we talk all the latest RC news, Axialfest, Travis Pastrana, Dude Perfect, March Bash-ness and more. Plus, don’t forget, someone will win something in a giveaway! WOO HOO! Hope to see you there! Please share, bash that like button, and [...]
Hey guys, more Losi LMT talk comin’ at you this week. Before that, in case you missed it I recently posted a review the LMT specific Pro-Line Demolisher Monster Truck Tires. Check it out if you haven’t! So I FINALLY got to get in some competition time on my LMT. During the same race day I was also wheeling old school [...]
It’s happening! Axialfest Badlands 2021 will happen June 24th-26th in Attica IN! Just like last year, it will be at the awesome Badlands Off-Road Park, and we can’t wait to go. We had a blast last year, meeting all the fans, driving on all the amazing trails (Show of hands, who was brave enough to hit the Big Squid RC [...]
Just a quick reminder, it’s time to get those votes in for the Championship round of Champions! The final round in the March Bash-ness 2021 ends tonight! Will it be the ARRMA Infaction or the ARRMA Kraton taking home the crown? We know the ARRMA Army is strong, but divided, who will win? Share this with your friends, let them know [...]
On-road body placement can be critical to on-track performance, not to mention the overall look of your R/C machine. To help you get perfect placement for your 1/8-scale racer is Raceform RC’s 1/8 On-road Pro Bodypost Lazer Tracer. This body-mounting accessory will help you race the exact location of the body posts for spot-on placement for your on-road R/C car body. Designed [...]
When it comes to tuning and tweaking your R/C machine, you can never have too many tools. JConcepts has released its RM2 Engine Tuning Screwdriver for adjusting the performance of nitro R/C engines. Featuring a red anodized handle and removable flathead driver shaft, this screwdriver is a great addition to any race day toolbox. The pre-assembled, multi-piece shaft is constructed from [...]
