Recently uploaded by Traxxas to their YouTube channel is a new video called Dry Lake Bed Adventure. The video features the ultra-scale realistic Unlimited Desert Racer catching air and throwing roost in a dry lake bed. The UDR shows just how incredibly realistic it looks while driving, floating over rough ground at speed just like its full scaled counterparts. After watching [...]
The all new Spektrum DX5 Rugged is one of the hottest radios to be released in years. Designed for not only the scale/rock crawling crowd, the DX5 Rugged just might be the best backyard basher radio ever created. Sporting a number of new innovative features, there is no other radio on the market like the new Spektrum. As we pulled our [...]
We recently got our hands on a box load of CChand upgrade parts for the Traxxas TRX-4 from RC4WD. These were the first CChand parts we have had a chance to use and try on our own vehicles. We added the parts to several of our TRX-4s. Keep reading to get our thoughts on these hop-up parts. All the parts are [...]
Here you go touring car fans, JConcepts has just announced an all new TC body! That’s right, new from JC is the sleek A1R body-shell. The A1 Racer was designed for the ultimate in on-track performance, here is more of the scoop- * Short nose that puts force over leading edge of front tires * Short trunk area for reduced overhang * 190mm [...]
Coming soon from HB Racing is the RGT8-E 1/8th on-road racer. Normally a car like the RGT8-E would be used for paved on-road racing, but the 1/8 on-road platform could also make for a great speed run car. The latest offering from HB Racing offers all the latest technology in the class, have a look at some highlights- * Based off [...]
Over the last few weeks, Kyosho has been teasing their new 1/8 Inferno MP10 nitro buggy kit. Kyosho sells a ton of 1/8th nitro buggies to the racing crowd, the MP10 is set to take the world by storm in 2019! * New 3mm 7075 chassis * More forward weight distribution * New front & rear arms * Optimized width and wheelbase * New steering [...]
When many of us build new monster trucks, it’s only natural to focus the cosmetic attention of the build towards the body. The body gives a monster its identity, after all. That’s whether it’s a giant snake, a super-hero or just a simple Chevy pick-up. Not enough attention gets paid to how the chassis looks. And by chassis, I’m also extending [...]
Coming soon from WRC Racing is the TX19 touring car kit. The 1/10th scale TX19 sports a carbon fiber chassis to go along with more racing oriented features. Designed to give you an affordable touring car alternative, the car has a floating servo mount, a front spool to go along with a rear diff, as well as large volume shocks. Pricing [...]
It’s that time of the year, and we feel like giving! A huge thank you to Horizon Hobby and ARRMA for making this happen. We are giving away a brand new ARRMA GRANITE 4X4 3S BLX Monster Truck! You have seen the unboxing, read the review, and even the post review thoughts! Now you have a chance to win a brand new [...]
As winter comes rolling across North America, many hobbyists go indoors. Some people build indoor off-road courses, while many run on-road. One of the leaders in small scale on-road cars is Kyosho. The Kyosho Mini-Z line-up is not only incredibly scale realistic with display worthy bodies, but they are also fast and fun to drive. Recently Kyosho announced a new Mini-Z [...]
First teased at SEMA this fall, Traxxas has officially announced a new Flame Edition of their BIGFOOT No. 1 Monster Truck. The original No. 1 monster truck body will soon be available with the special Flame livery, here are more details- * New flame body graphics * Fully licensed * Built Traxxas tough for all day fun * Chrome scale detailing * Replica winch & [...]
After a series of very illusive teasers, Kyosho has officially announced the existence of the 1/8 Inferno MP10 Nitro Buggy Kit. The old MP9 platform won nearly an uncountable amount of races for Kyosho, the new MP10 is sure to carry-on with that fine tradition. As the latest teaser video shows, full details will be announced by Kyosho on December 20th. [...]
Ya, so last week I had planned on doing a write-up on the all new Spektrum DX5 Rugged, but due to a snafu on the press release front, that turned into this week! Any which way, this is THE Cub Report, thanks for joining us, lets jump right in shall we...? Ya, so how about that all new DX5 rugged? Have [...]
New for the Traxxas Rustler VXL is an F2 Series Body from JConcepts. The F2 is nicely styled, making it a great option to help customize your personal Rustler. * Comes with 4 different grille options * Arrow based design where the front is more narrow than the rear * Original JConcepts F2 styling * Blended body and wing * Comes with 2 rear spoilers * [...]
Announced today by HPI Racing is the RS4 Sport 3 Flux Ford GT Heritage Edition ready to run. The latest car in the RS Sport 3 line-up comes with a gorgeous Ford GT body that is sure to turn heads. Also, the GT shouldn’t lack for power with a 4000kV FLUX brushless system. * Retro classic Ford GT supercar body, Gulf [...]
