Over at AMain they have announced that they have acquired HobbyTown. AMain has been handling some of Hobbytown’s web business for several years and now they have announced they have acquired the company. Here is the press release- “AMain Hobbies is announcing an agreement in principle to the acquisition of HobbyTown, the largest hobby, specialty toy/game, and STEM retail chain in [...]
New over at Drive RC is a Pro-Mod 2nd Gen Type C Clear Body. This old school classic has serious attitude and is sized to fit 1/10th scaled no-prep drag cars. Molded from .040 clear polycarbonate awaiting your personal livery, the new Pro-Mod body from Drive RC is ready to put you on the top step of the podium. The Drive [...]
There’s still time this summer to squeeze in a few more R/C projects. Why not turn your small-scale, Traxxas TRX-4M into a crawling beast with Injora’s Complete Transmission & 180 Brushed Motor Set. This upgrade item pairs metal 16.6/1 gears with Injora’s 48T 180 motor, plus an aluminum transmission case to keep your rig looking sharp. Similar to the pre-assembled motor [...]
The good folks over at Locked Up RC have announced new Purple and Brown Ring Inserts. These cool looking ring inserts are easy to install and are a fast and easy way to change the look of your rig. The new colors are shipping right now and are available for all of Locked Up’s current ring insert designs. The Locked Up [...]
The crew over at Tekno RC have announced 4 New Shock Towers. The new shock towers were designed for all-out performance to shave every last bit of weight. Here are the highlights- * CNC machined from high quality 7075 aluminum * Hard anodized to increase durability * Redesigned to save every gram possible * Infrequently used camberlink positions were deleted * The shock tower’s outer [...]
Slated to start shipping the first week of August is the Traxxas 1/10 Ford Raptor R RTR. The new Raptor R comes with Pro Scale performance and a highly detailed Raptor R body. With a heavy duty 4wd drivetrain and massive Velineon brushless power, the new Raptor R is more than ready for backyard fun. Here are the highlights- * Superb [...]
Coming soon from Fenix Racing is the 1/10th scaled G56.2 Pro10 Pan Car Kit. This high-end racer is loaded with carbon fiber parts and is ready for serious competition use. Here are the highlights- * An evolution of the previous G56 * Lighter than previous model * New wheelbase SWB and SSWB (compared with G56) * New V-link suspension * Redesigned front end * 3 possible [...]
New over at RC4WD is the 1/10th scaled Trail Finder 2 RTR w/ 1985 Toyota 4Runner Hard Body Set in Red. This nicely scaled RTR is now available in red and comes on RC4WD’s legendary Trail Finder 2 scale chassis. Here are more highlights- * Includes new upgrades * Front & rear inner fender set * Pre-painted white topper * Pre-installed LED light set * [...]
After recently announcing their new D8 WS nitro buggy, HB Racing has just dropped a new 1/8 E8 World Spec Electric Race Buggy Kit. This high-end electric buggy kit comes with all the latest in race technology and is ready to win at any level of competition. Here are the highlights- * Same suspension redesign found on the nitro D8 WS * [...]
The crew at Exotek have dropped a new 1/10 GTF USGT Clear Race Body. The retro styled GTF is sized to fit 1/10 pan cars and comes in clear awaiting your custom livery. Here are the highlights- * Aggressive splitter * Muscular fenders and a low slung hood * Side skirts to increase downforce * Large rear deck and windshield for maximum traction on [...]
Now shipping from Powerhobby are Brass AR45P/AR45 Differential Covers for the Axial SCX10 III/Pro. These beefy diff covers are machined from brass to help put more weight down low on your rig. The diff cover comes with mounting hardware and has the Powerhobby logo proudly machined on the top. The Powerhobby Brass AR45P/AR45 Differential Cover has a part number [...]
The crew over at Phase1RC have come a long ways in the last year and now they are proud to announce a new Heavy Duty Front Bumper for the might Traxxas Rustler 4×4. This beefy front bumper was designed for hardcore bashing and is made from heavy duty plastic. Mounting hardware is included for your convenience. The Phase1RC Heavy Duty Front [...]
Coming later this month from Kyosho is the 1/12th scaled 60th Anniversary Fantom EP 4WD Ext Gold Version. This highly collectable version of the Fantom comes bling’ed out with gold anodized aluminum parts and the Fantom series’ first ever ball differential. If you are a hardcore 1/12th scale racer or collector, the 60th Anniversary Fantom should be considered a must [...]
If you’re in this hobby you probably have the same kind of bug I have, always itching in the back of your head: things could be improved. And when they finally cannot, up pops ideas for the next project, which could be either just slightly better than the last one, or something entirely different. My SCX10 is a case in point, [...]
Now shipping from Integy is a Billet Aluminum Machined Chassis Conversion Kit for the mighty Losi 22S drag car. The chassis conversion kit looks trick and is ready for hardcore no-prep drag racing action. Here are the highlights- * Stiff 1-piece alloy main chassis plate * Anodized alloy bracing, battery holder, rear support, & side guards * Easy to use battery straps * Available [...]
