Overall, what is the #1 upgrade that you can make on your new RTR? In most cases, if you are truly looking to improve overall performance, that would be to replace the radio. You see, RTR radios are known for lackluster performance, as well as terrible ergonomics. For the last few weeks we’ve been testing the Futaba 4PM. The 4PM comes [...]
After a few months of teasing, HB Racing has officially announced the E819 1/8 electric buggy kit. The E819 comes with the latest in racing technology and should be a contender at any level of racing. Here are the highlights- * New 2mm longer chassis * Machined steel spur gear * Aluminum servo saver * JConcepts body * Hard anodized shock towers * New rear hub [...]
A while ago a buddy of mine, Cody Johnson owner of Dixieland R/C, sent me a Boom Rod end set for our Axial Racing UMG10. Now, in the beginning of the UMG10 build I didn’t think twice about the Rod ends. As I was tearing the rig down the other week to install the Boom rod ends, I then realized [...]
The folks at Traxxas have posted a new promotional video for their Slash 4×4 Platinum Edition short course truck. The video below shows just how nimble and quick the Slash 4×4 is around a real rc track. From railing berms, to sending-it over big double jumps, the Slash 4×4 is ready for track or trail. Traxxas also has a slew [...]
So the first day we got our Traxxas MAXX, we hit a few locations like the track and the local park. We were not trying to break anything just yet, we were just looking to get a feel for the overall truck. Here is some footage we took during that day of our first drive.Maybe you want to check [...]
For all you painting aficionados, Pro-Line has just dropped Phase 5 of their RC Airbrush Paint line-up. The new colors give you more options for your next scale, or race build. Here is the scoop- #6329-00 Candy Blood Red #6329-01 Candy Yellow Sun #6329-02 Candy Electric Green #6329-03 Candy Blue Ice #6329-04 Candy Ultra Violet #6329-06 Candy Turquoise #6329-05 Window Tint #6323-07 Candy Color Set: Blood Red, Yellow [...]
“New budget Trail Rig Hey Cubby, Are there any trail rigs worth buying that are less than $200? Here in Canada $200 USD ends up more like $260 CAD and it makes a difference, especially with Christmas presents on a budget. Maybe there’s a builders kit that costs less than $200? Thanks for the help! Jadyn D. P.S. Could I get some of those [...]
Shipping right now from RC4WD is the 1/14 6×6 Nashorn Semi Truck (FMX) RTR. This beast of a truck weighs in at over 14 lbs and comes in at over 21 inches in length. However, the size of the Nashorn isn’t the big news here, that would be scale realism. From bumper to bumper the 6×6 looks to be one [...]
The folks over at RPM have been putting out some very cool upgrade parts lately. Their latest is a Spindle Set for the Losi Super Rock Rey. As all you Super Rock Rey drivers know, the stock plastic spindles can break from time to time. In fact, we had one break while sitting on a table at a trade show. [...]
Once upon a time, I was in the army. I was stationed in the north, in a country far, far away, where winters were long and fierce. It so happened that quite often I would arrive to my regiment by plane, together with a couple of my platoon mates, and we would then get picked up at the airport by [...]
New from the crew at MST is the limited edition FXX 2.0 KMW drift car kit. These limited edition units come with a special aluminum plate that displays each car’s serial number. Here are more highlights- * New aluminum motor mount * New steering system & front end geometry * Aluminum alloy ATK front wheel seat * Aluminum alloy MB rear suspension system * New [...]
Jeremy has been building our Axial Capra 1.9 Kit, and it’s done! As soon as it was running, we started putting it to the test in Juice Box Park, and so far it really impresses. We will be working on a full review, but for now enjoy our first run video.The Axial Capra Buggy Kit has street pricing of [...]
In the last year, the Spektrum DX5 Rugged has become “the radio” to have for both bashers and rock crawlers. Why? Because the DX5 Rugged is the only radio on the market designed specifically for hardcore off-road use. Now, the folks at Spektrum have announced that the Rugged will be available in a special edition Orange. The bright orange of [...]
Belted tires are all the rage now days and Sweep Racing has been one of the first to offer that technology to the rc bashing world. Sweep recently announced new limited edition chrome Road Crusher Belted Tires and we could not wait to try them out. How much grip do they have? Do they hold up well? Read on to [...]
That’s right members of the ARRMA ARRMY, soon you will be able to get your A-Arms in Blue from RPM. RPM a-arms are designed from the ground up for maximum durability and come molded in RPM’s legendary blend of plastic. * 10% lighter than stock * Less slop than stock arms * Fits 6S Kraton, Talion, & Outcast * Also fits Durango DEX8T * Available [...]
