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Piracy within the scaler community has gotten pretty crazy of late. No, I don’t mean someone has mounted a Galleon hull to a solid axle truck – though I’m sure someone has done that – it’s foreign made, blatant rip-off parts that I’m talking about. This has always been a thing within the hobby. Heck, last month while Christmas shopping [...]
Just announced by HRC Racing are Crawler XL Inflatable Tires. Yes, you heard that right, the new tires from HRC are inflatable, just like those on your full sized rig. The HRC tires come pre-mounted and are 2.2″ in size. The tires can be aired up using a simple bicycle pump and pressure can be adjusted to give you optimal [...]
The scale crawling scene is blazing hot right now, to help feed the fire RC4WD is releasing a RTR version of the Gelande II with a Cruiser Body Set. We have been lucky enough to receive an early release unit to bash at our pleasure. Actually, we haven’t been “bashing” it as much as we’ve been using it for what [...]
The latest hot release from RC4WD is the RTR Gelande II w/ Cruiser Body. We’ve been working on a review for our test unit, but before it goes live, here are some unboxing pictures to show you at home what it looks like to open one up. First off, we have to say that the newest G2 is absolutely stunning to [...]
About a month ago we posted about the 1/8 scale crawler coming from MST, today we get to post about their new 1/10 CFX. The tenth scaler from Max Speed Technology is expected to start shipping in the next few weeks and has numerous cool features. * 1.9″ tires * Adjustable wheelbase- 242, 252, or 267mm * Width- 195mm * Gear Ratio- 31.7~46.7 * Oil [...]
New from Gmade is a line-up of RSD Shocks. They come in silver with a piggyback reservoir or in black without. Lengths range from 80 to 100mm to fit a wide variety of applications and they have the scale look that everyone is after. The piggyback shocks have real working reservoirs and use dual o-rings to help prevent oil leakage. [...]
It’s always interesting to see when certain things I write get people all hot and bothered. Last week was one of those times that I unknowingly struck a nerve. When giving recommendations for a first scaler to an inquisitive noob I opined that a Sawback should not be on the list. Boy did I catch some hell for that! Comments, e-mails and [...]
Coming soon from the scale icons at RC4WD is the Gelande II RTR w/ Cruiser Body Set. The G2 Cruiser RTR has been custom designed for the ultimate in scale looks and comes ready to hit the trail right out of the box. Here is the scoop- * Realistic aluminum ladder frame * Chassis mounted servo * R3 single speed tranny * 3 link [...]
Crazy to think that it’s already December and 2016 is nearly at an end. It’s been an interesting year in scale crawlers, one that saw the explosive growth of the past few give way to maturity. Most of the big releases were not new platforms but refined and updated versions of previous kits (Axial SCX102, Vaterra Ascender, RC4WD Trail Finder 2). Well, [...]
Just announced by Pro-Line are 2.2″ Sized Hyrax Rock Terrain Tires. The Hyrax tires have already been a hit with the 1.9 crowd, now you can put the same ultra performance tire on your 2.2 rig. The tread pattern is designed for maximum grip on the gnarliest of terrain all the while sporting an aggressive look. Multiple sipes are used [...]
Do you remember the Capo Racing Jeep Wrangler? It was incredibly detailed but never really caught traction here in the states. The latest vehicle from Capo is the ACE1 scale rock crawler. The ACE1 also sports incredible scale detailing to give you the most lifelike product possible. A 2 speed gearbox comes standard and the ACE1 hides the electronics under [...]
To get you ramped up for some rock crawling this weekend, have a look at Pro-Line’s Come Drive With Us Axialfest Video. The video shown above gives you an inside look at the Pro-Line crew at Axialfest last year, along with some insight into their product development process. To make the best products, you have to use them in [...]
Here is some big news from JConcepts, their new Torch 1.9″ Aluminum Wheels. Yes indeed, JConcepts is now stepping into the scale aluminum wheel arena. In true JConcepts fashion, their Torch wheels bring some innovation with them. First off, the wheels have a shim option to adjust width. More impressively, they also feature C-shaped brass weights that make it incredibly [...]
With the world of mini crawlers getting ready to explode this winter, Thunder Tiger has released a new video of the 1/14 Kaiser XS. In the action video shown above, you can see how much power is under the Kaiser XS’s hood, plus how well it navigates rocks and muddy areas. The Kaiser XS is shipping right now and is [...]
ECX has spent the last few years carving out a name for themselves in the basher community with quality vehicles at low price points. They are now taking their first steps into the scale crawling arena with the ECX Barrage. Here is what it looks like when you break the seal and pop open a fresh Barrage box. The truck comes [...]
