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Hot and new for 2015 is a whole new line-up of 8th scalers from Team Durango. Being the super lucky media types that we are, we managed to get our hands on one of the first DEX8 Buggy Kits to hit American shores and have been giving it the full BSRC Bash Crew treatment for several weeks now. The last [...]
The latest entry into the 8th scale buggy tires wars is the Reflex from JConcepts. The Reflex has square angled pins stacked vertically for less wear and more forward bite. The Reflexes will come with the latest gray Dirt-Tech closed cell inserts from JConcepts and will be available in four different compounds to suit a variety of track conditions. The tires [...]
New from SWORKz is the S350 FOX8e RTR brushless buggy. The FOX8e is an 8th scale buggy, one of the favorite platforms for going big at the local bash spot. The FOX8e uses a pivot ball steering system for accurate feedback to the driver and comes completely assembled for your convenience. Big bore shocks come standard to soak up gnarly [...]
The folks over at AKA have announced that their Chain Link and Rasp tire designs will soon be available for 1/8th scale buggies. Both tire designs are suitable for use in high-bite conditions and are available as just tires, tires with inserts, or pre-mounted. The pre-mounts are available on either white or yellow wheels, and both tires are available in [...]
The new race buggy from HB/HPI Racing, the D815 Tessmann Worlds Edition, features many improvements to make it easier to drive and more durable. Some of the highlights of the D815 include- * CVD boots * Pro-Line rear wing on lightweight mount * New one piece radio tray * 43/13 diff gear ratio with lightweight gears * New rear upright * Sintered brake pads and metal [...]
Hardcore bashers have always gravitated to certain vehicles- monster trucks, truggies, and 8th scale buggies. While most 8th scale buggies are aimed at the racing crowd, the folks at ARRMA have recently released the Typhon BLX, designed from the ground up for the serious basher. While we are finishing up our full review you can check out our unboxing pictures. As [...]
Bigger is always better, right? In the bashing world that is generally true, the bigger the beast, the better the basher. We’ve been testing (read- abusing) the new ARRMA Raider XL BLX for weeks now. The XL version of the Raider is significantly larger than the original buggy but is it a better basher? How durable is it? Does its [...]
The folks over at Novak RC have announced a new Brushless System made for 8th Scale Racing. Their latest system comes with a Novak Activ8 V2 ESC and a Novak HD8 motor. This system was designed to handle the rigors of 8th scale off-road racing is pure sensor-based for a great blend of power, durability, and runtime. The street price is [...]
New from Thunder Tiger is the Axio 8Be Terra Buggy. The Axio was modeled after full scale buggies and comes in ready to run form. A beefy 8th scale platform helps to make it tough, while a 1515 sized Reedy 2000kV brushless motor provides the power. Also, like several other new Thunder Tiger products, it comes stock with an Engine [...]
New from Losi are Gasoline Powered versions of their 1/8th scale 8IGHT-T truggy and 8IGHT buggy. Both models come with a powerful Dynamite 5.1cc gasoline and AVC stability control. To make starting even easier, a Losi starter box comes with both units. A Spektrum 2.4GHz radio is supplied, while waterproof electronics are great for the bashing crowd. The part number for [...]
Kyosho has just announced new Inferno MP9 Readyset buggies. The MP9e TKI comes with an Orion 2100kV brushless motor, LCG chassis, and waterproof high torque servo. The MP9 TKI3 nitro buggy is powered by a KE21R engine, has a 2.4GHz radio system, and comes with a slick looking polished exhaust. Both are fully assembled and ready to bash the day [...]
Got nitro? If not, O.S. has a new .21 sized engine to give your buggy some serious rip. Their new O.S. Engines Speed Tuned B2101 gave Ty Tessmann the power to win the IFMAR Worlds, now it can give you the power to blow past your bashing buddies. With instant throttle response, faster acceleration, and a lower center of gravity, [...]
The wait is over, ARRMA has just released full details on their latest bash machine, the 1/8th Raider XL. The Raider XL is modeled much like it’s smaller 1/10th scale brother hitting the market as a RTR 2wd buggy. The XL is 1.7″ wider and has a 1.5″ longer wheelbase, thus making it more stable and easier to blast through [...]
The folks over at DE Racing have announced new Speedline Plus wheels for 1/8th scale buggies. Featuring a Sure Lock foam retention system, the Speedline Plus wheels deliver maximum on-track performance by using radial ribs that lock the wheel to its foam insert. * 83mm diamter * 38 grams in weight * Available in black, yellow, and white * Comes with a glue channel [...]
Everyone knows we have been ARRMA fans since their beginning. Well we just got word, and a few pictures that ARRMA is releasing a 1/8 scale buggy! They are taking the popular RAIDER BLX and making an XL version, officially called the ARRMA Raider XL BLX. It’s going to be 2.8″ longer and 1.7″ wider than the original Raider. We [...]
