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Greetings all, and Happy Friday! As winter weather is about to wallop a good portion of the U.S., I find myself hunkered down in the workshop, coffee in hand, doing what many of us do this time of year: scouring the internet for release news ahead of the Nuremberg International Toy Fair, which opens next week. One of the first big pieces [...]
New at Reef’s RC are XP Aluminum Shocks in 80mm, 90mm and 100mm lengths. These high-end crawling shocks look sweet and are perfect for your next rock crawler build. Here are the highlights- * Fits a wide variety of RC Crawler platforms * Superior durability along with smooth operation * Available in three lengths * Adjustable preload with “first of their kind” threaded spring [...]
Over at JConcepts they are really hooking up all you 1/24th scaled rock crawling fanatics with Four New Bodies for your micro rigs. All four have a distinctly different look and are designed for use on all the popular 1/24th scaled rock crawlers out there. Here’s the highlights- JConcepts 1961 Corvair Lakewood 1/24th Crawler Body * Officially licensed by Chevrolet to JConcepts * [...]
New from JConcepts is a JCI Warneer Tucked SUV Body. This hot looking rock crawler body has been tucked to improve performance out on the trail. Check out these highlights- * Warneer concept with tucked fenders * Clear pre-trimmed body with protective film * 12.3” wheelbase * Fits a variety of crawler truck platforms * Scale inspired body, cab, and window design * 1:1 headlight and [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts are 2.0″ Bulls Eye 6 Slot Crawler Wheels. Featuring blue anodizing and a positive offset, the Bulls Eye wheels are perfect for your next crawler build. Here are the highlights- * Bulls Eye blue anodized aluminum wheel * 2.0” bead size * Fits – 1.9” bead mounting tires * 6 triangle-based wheel pattern concept * Stepped geometry adds depth to [...]
Over at JConcepts they recently announced 3 New Sets of 2.0″ Sized Crawling Wheels. All three sets are machined from aluminum, have a premium scale realistic look, and are designed to be shod with 1.9″ crawling tires. ALso, all three sets are street priced at $153 for a complete set of four. Here are the highlights- JConcepts Quick Draw 2.0″ Crawler [...]
For all you micro crawling fanatics out there, JConcepts has announced 1.0″ Bossman & Rock Bumps Crawling Tires. The Bossman tires feature a scale realistic look, while the Rock Bumps are designed for serious competition. Here are the highlights- JConcepts 1.0″ Bossman Tires * Professional tread for accuracy and performance * Fits industry standard 1.0” diameter wheels * 63mm overall diameter for crawling efficiency * [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts are 2.2″ Megalithic Rock Crawling Tires. These intricate crawling tires are the most detailed JConcepts have ever produced. Here are the highlights- * Original JC 20th anniversary Megalithic design * Fits industry standard 2.2” diameter wheels * Large overall 5.25” diameter * Repeated bat, club, and pyramid tread throughout * Lug terracing, recessing, with pencil push sidewall detail * Retro JConcepts sidewall [...]
Hey everyone, Happy Friday! I have finished my Vanquish H10 Optic kit build! At some point I’ll share some detailed post-run impressions after its had a few trail runs under its belt, but in the meantime I wanted to talk about my build experience. The kit is top notch. This is my first experience with a Vanquish rig, and its made a [...]
Here we go folks, are you looking for the trickest, sickest, gnarliest 1/10 rock crawling chassis on the planet? If you answered yes, then you have to take a look at the upcoming Vanquish 1/10 H10 Origin Kit. The H10 Origin is about as high-end as they get featuring the high quality materials and engineering. Here are the highlights- * Serial [...]
Coming soon from Futaba is the T7XC 7-Channel Surface Radio. The twin stick T7XC is a great choice for rock crawlers, boats, and high-end custom builds. Check out these features- * Wide-viewing angle full-color LCD + touch panel * 7 channels of output (at S-FHSS) * Slim body for improved ergonomics * Home button that can quickly display the settings screen * Variable throttle stroke [...]
Recently announced by the good folks at Reef’s RC is the XPT3 LCG Transmission. The XPT3 is a high performance 3 gear transmission that can help take your next custom build to the next level. Here are the highlights- * Designed for custom builders * Made with quality and precision * Versatile, small-footprint transmission * Can be used with your favorite portal or straight [...]
Just announced by the good folks at JConcepts are The Hold and Ruptures 2.2″ crawling tires. The Hold and the Ruptures were both designed for serious off-road performance, while also having a nice scale appearance. Check out these highlights- JConcepts 2.2″ The Hold Crawling Tires * 2.2” bead mounting diameter for class 3 vehicles * Robust carcass, horizonal bar based, 1:1 inspired * 5.25” [...]
Just announced by JConcepts are Landmines & Tusk Tires (63mm) for 1/24 scaled rock crawlers. Both the Tusk and Landmine tires from JConcepts have proven to be strong performers out in the wild and soon you will be able to get them for your small scale rig. Here are the highlights- Landmines – 1.0″ (63mm OD) #4082-02 * Robust carcass with a [...]
New from Spektrum is the DX6 Rugged Transmitter. As the original DX5 Rugged is one of our all time favorite bashing radios, we are stoked to see the new Rugged version of the DX6. Now will 6 channels of operation, and all the goodness of its “rugged” design, the new DX6 Rugged is more than ready for hardcore crawling or [...]
