Coming later this month from E-flite is the Mini Convergence VTOL BNF Basic. This mini-VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) is small enough to be used indoors, but has crazy power for making speed passes outdoors. Here are the highlights- * Features the versatility of a multi-rotor w/ sport plane performance * Fully capable of vertical take-off and landing maneuvers * Automatic transition from [...]
“Visiting events Hey Cubby, A few days ago a couple of friends and I were invited to come to an event. We’re very enthusiastic about it, but maybe also a bit nervous, since this will be our first perfomance ‘on stage’ A few things I’m planning to do to make it a great day: – take all of my batteries (in safe storage) – take [...]
Now shipping from Cross RC USA is the MC6C Military Truck Kit. The MC6C is a high-end scale military vehicle that not just looks the part, it was also designed to be a complete beast out on the trail. * 1/12th scale, 28.5″ long * 8.6″ wide * Full time 6 wheel drive system * 2 speed transmission * Full metal axles * Complete sound system * [...]
New from the Traxxas Underground is a video called Ford GT and Kart Team Challenge at Dallas Karting Complex. The video shows off the Underground crew doing two races simultaneously- one team member racing/driving the kart, with the other racing/driving the rc car. The video is quite lighthearted and a great way to show friends one of the more unique [...]
LOSI, once a brand for racers only, is now a company known as much for great bash machines. Over the last few weeks we’ve been driving, jumping, crashing, and generally abusing the Tenacity MT Monster Truck. It is a pure basher with big tires, 4wd, and AVC stability control. It even comes with a FPV camera mount. What did the [...]
New from RPM is the Pit-Pro Extreme Car Stand. There are a lot of different car stands on the market, but the RPM is all new from the ground up and was designed to be the very best stand on the market today. This modern day high-tech solution for a pit stand sports a number of features not found on other [...]
Just posted by Hitec is a new Reference Guide to their D-Series servo line-up. Their new D-Series servos have been significantly improved from previous models, the reference guide makes it easy to find the D-Series equivalent of your current Hitec servo. Some of the key features of the new D-Series include- * 1 million cycle life potentiometer * 32-bit MCU w/ 12-bit [...]
Available and shipping now from Racers Edge is a complete line-up of SCX10 Aluminum Scale Parts. The Racer’s Edge crew has come up with over 20 new upgrades for the immensely popular SCX10 scale crawler that can be used to increase the durability of your rig, or to simply give it a cool new look. Here are all the new [...]
Just announced by FTX RC are Four New Comet Series RTRs. The Comet series is an ultra-affordable line-up of ready to runs that are easy to drive and maintain. * 1/12th scale * 2wd chassis * Hobby grade design at an entry level price * Oil filled shocks * Bearing equipped * Gear differential * 3 gear transmission * Plastic tub chassis * Mid or rear motor configurations * 2.4GHz [...]
New for indoor racing this winter is the PR Racing SB401-R 4wd buggy kit. The changes on the latest version of the 401 focus on gaining more speed, as well as making the buggy run more smoothly. Here are the highlights- * All new 2mm 7075-T6 chassis * New plastic side pods * Floating alloy/carbon fiber servo mount * Motor has been moved 10mm [...]
Now available from RC4WD is the Earth Digger 360L Hydraulic Excavator in Green. This beastly 1/14th scaled machine has incredible scale detailing and has trick features like an operational hydraulic system. Did we mention it weighs 57 lbs and has a maximum lifting force of over 150 lbs? Here are more highlights- * New green powder-coating * Comes with 8 channel 2.4GHz [...]
Coming soon from Tamiya are two new colors for their Dancing Rider. The two new colors include metallic blue and yellow, with both vehicles coming pre-painted, as well as being pre-built with electronics. * 1/8th scaled 3 wheeled rc trike * Tamiya T3-01 chassis * Pre-painted polycarbonate body * Pre-built, ready to run The new Dancing Riders are slated to start shipping in September with [...]
When talking about monster truck upgrades, it can be hard to wrap your head around the sheer variety of options to spice up and bullet proof your ride. Aluminum axle housings. Brushless systems. Fancy tires with closed cell foams. However, arguably the most important and cheapest tech tip that I can give you- check your nuts! Obvious pun oppotunities aside, wheel [...]
Just announced by RPM are all new “Fist” decal sheets. The new “Fist” decals sport a killer basher attitude and come in packs of 20. These will not be included as an extra inside normal RPM part packages, so if you want to show off the latest on your ride, you will need to get a set on order. 2 – [...]
Shipping now from RC4WD are Aluminum Bumper Mounts for the ECX Barrage. The aluminum mounts are much more durable than the stock plastic parts and were designed for an easy install. * CNC machined from billet aluminum * Anodized in black * Weight- 0.41oz * Length- 2.95″ * Width- 0.54″ The body mounts have a part number of #Z-S1884 and are street priced at just $12. [...]
