New from ARRMA is the 1/8 Typhon 223S BLX Brushless 4WD Buggy RTR. This affordable 8th scaler comes with big brushless power, to go along with its world renowned ARRMA durability. Here are the highlights- * Ready for 2S or 3S power out of the box * Top speeds from 35 to 50+ as your skills grow * For Brushless Beginner To Pro-Level [...]
The good folks at McAllister Racing have announced the Addition of Rocksteady RC Bodies to their company. Rocksteady RC Bodies are known for their race ready oval bodies and now you can get them through the crew at McAllister Racing. McAllister is stocking 3 types of modified oval bodies, as well as complete bumper systems for the Dagger SC Mod. To [...]
Recently announced by TWS RC is a Green/Gold version of their 1/10 VTG80 RTR Scale Rock Crawler. The VTG80 comes loaded with scale goodness like a reverse rotation transfer case and aluminum shocks, plus now it gets a pair of new colors. Check out these highlights- * New green/gold and matte green/gold colors * High-efficiency planetary gearbox * All new A162 axle sets * [...]
Over at RC4WD they have announced Giant Puller Pro 1.9″ Pulling Wheels & Tires. These beefy pulling tires are not only designed for performance, but also for a perfect scale look. Here are the highlights- RC4WD Giant Puller Pro 1.9″ Pulling Tires * Shipping right now * Molded in RC4WD’s advanced X4 medium rubber compound * Fits 1.9″ pulling wheels * Outer Diameter – 4.25in [...]
New from the good folks at Team Associated are Factory Team RC8B4.1 Aluminum Rear Hubs. While racing 8th scale buggy, one of the most important factors is durability. The beefy new Factory Team aluminum rear hubs can help bomb proof your RC8B4.1 for racing, or for bashing. Here are the highlights- * Available now * CNC machined in 7075 aluminum * Updated design * [...]
That’s right hobbyists, Exotek Racing has announced a pair of new Aluminum Upgrades for the mighty ARRMA GROM line-up. The first two upgrades from Exotek include a 7075 aluminum rear hub set, as well as a 7075 aluminum steering hub set. Here are more highlights- Exotek HD 7075 Rear Hubs for the Typhon/Granite/Mojave GROM & Losi NASCAR * Heavy duty design * Precision [...]
New from Yeah Racing is their Aluminum Front Shock Mount (TEC4–027BK) for the Traxxas 4-Tec Drift. This upgrade part provides additional support and durability compared to the stock shock mount component. Made of machined aluminum, this front shock tower features a black finish with Yeah Racing’s “YR” logo printed on the front cross-brace. If you’re a 4-Tec Drift ower who’s been [...]
Now shipping from Team Corally is the 1/10th scaled Kagama4 XL4S RTR Monster Truck. Featuring big brushless power and a hot monster truck look, the Kagama4 is a great way to get into hardcore bashing. Check out these highlights- * Similar in size to 1/10 scale, but built with 1:8 scale components * Designed on the trusted Syncro4 platform * High-powered Kuron 725 [...]
Over at Collecting Cars they have announced an extremely limited release of a Tamiya GR Yaris Limited Edition Kit. In total, there will only be 25 of these made, thus making them extremely collectable, particularly for the Tamiya hardcore. In case you have not heard of Collecting Cars, they are an online auction site based out of the UK that [...]
Over at MEUS Racing they are now promoting their incredibly trick MB18 Pro Aluminum Body & Frame Kit for the mighty Traxxas TRX-4M. This custom aluminum body and frame kit can completely transform your TRX-4M. Featuring a scale realistic look and offering a plethora of color choices, the MEUS Racing body and frame kit is a great way to give [...]
Now shipping from Shark RC Bodies is the 1/10 Super Street (SS) Oval Body. This hot new release is for all you dirt oval racers out there looking to get an edge with your racing. Check out these highlights- * Designed to fit the Traxxas Slash & other short course trucks * Available in .040 or .060 thicknesses * Available in clear, black, [...]
New from the good folks at RC4WD is a 1982 T-Shirt. RC4WD’s new t-shirt sports a vintage look and features the RC4WD Toyota pick-up on the front. Made from a 60% cotton/40% polyester mix, and sized from small to 4XL, the RC4WD 1982 t-shirt is perfect for a day on the trail, or a night out on the town. The RC4WD [...]
Over at Max Speed Technology they are now teasing a 1/10 EVO V RMX 2.5 RTR. This hot looking RWD drift machine comes on MST’s new tech RMX 2.5 chassis and has been pre-built to save you time. On top of the purpose designed RMX drift chassis is a nicely scaled EVO V body, which definitely gives this car some [...]
Hey all, a happy Friday to you! Welcome to the Backyard. Today I am going to hopefully impart some wisdom. This is wisdom that I’ve come about first hand, via myself or friends of mine. It’s normal to get burned out by the hobby, just as it is with any kind of thing you do for fun. And when someone is burned [...]
Just announced by Team Associated is the Yokomo YZ-10 Classic Blue Kit. This special release of the classic YZ-10 is sure to bring back memories from the glory days of rc. Check out these highlights- * Slipper clutch * Floating servo mount * Anti-roll bar * Threaded shock bodies * Special shorty battery box * Original stubbed tires * Belt driven 4wd system * Chassis protector * Metric hardware [...]
