New at Custom Works is the 1/10 Beast 2 Midget Car Kit. The Beast 2 is a high-end oval racing machine designed from the ground up to win races. Here’s some highlights- * More tunable chassis over the original * Multiple chassis offset options built in * Standup and laydown transmission parts included * Mid or front steering servo parts included * Includes all new [...]
New over at APlastics is the 1/10th scaled Vandura 1973 Clear Body. The Vandura has an old school vibe that makes for a fun new option on your next custom build. Here’s some highlights- * Old-school American classic * Inspired by a 1970s GMC full-size van * Boxy silhouette and unmistakable vintage van styling * Perfect for retro builds, custom street vans, show cars [...]
Now shipping from Carisma is the 1/10 Honda Civic Type R (FL5) M40s 2.0 Boost Blue Edition ARR. The highly capable Honda Civic Type R is now available in Boost Blue to be a serious head turner while out bashing. Here’s some highlights- * Full time 4WD * 3 gear differentials * Powerful brushless motor * 3S capable ESC * Aluminum oil shocks * Carbon fiber [...]
Just announced by Bittydesign is the 1/7th scaled Kanjo-N Clear Body for the Infraction/Limitless & Felony. This aggressive styled body can give your 1/7th scaled car a complete facelift, while also performing well while driving. Here’s the highlights- * Two bodies – One that fits Infraction/Limitless & the other fits the Felony * Clear, pre-cut high-quality Lexan clear body * Pre-cut aero add-ons [...]
New over at Team Associated is the outrageous 1/10 RC10 Custom Race Car 6×6 Kit. This new release from AE is a wild 6×6 on-road car that is perfect for on-road bashing or speed runs. Check out these highlights- * Exclusive gray molded parts throughout * New detailed clear polycarbonite 6×6 Formula racing body * Driver helmet included * New front and rear racing [...]
Over at Serpent they have announced the 1/8 SRX8-E GEN4 Kit. The generation 4 SRX8-E has been highly refined for maximum performance. Here’s the highlights- * Easy to tune and maintain * Saddle battery layout * Redesigned shocks with 16mm bodies * All new 7075-T6 lightweight chassis * Three different battery positions when using shorty packs * Updated center diff and motor mount * HTD differential system * [...]
New over at Traxxas is the 1/10th scaled Stampede 2WD VX3 Brushless RTR. The latest version of the legendary Stampede has received a slew of Major Updates giving it an all new modern vibe. Check out these highlights- * New clipless monster truck body with Bash-Locks * Clipless latches hold tight and release in seconds * New Bash-Locks secure body for extreme bashing * [...]
Greetings all and Happy Friday! Welcome to The Backyard! A few things I’ve seen around the RC world lately got me thinking about competition in this hobby. I’m intentionally not going to name companies or specific products here because I’m less interested in litigating individual social media posts than I am in the larger topic they bring up. And the larger [...]
Coming soon from Exotek Racing is a Heavy Duty Clamping Aluminum Servo Horn for the Associated RC10/RC10T Classic Line-Up. This beefy servo horn can increase the durability and precision of your RC10’s steering. Here’s the highlights- * Fits – RC10 classic line (RC10, RC10T) * Helps position the ball stud directly over the servo case * Eliminates odd steering link angles * No need [...]
New from Team Associated are the 1/10 RC10B84.1 & RC10B84.1D Team Kits. The updated B84.1 kits feature numerous revisions to improve durability and to increase speed. Here’s some highlights- * Height-adjustable gearboxes for maximum drivetrain efficiency * Wide tongue chassis for improved durability * V2 side rails to account for wide tongue chassis * Wide A and B mounts * 73mm gull wing front arm [...]
New from JConcepts are Titanium Screw Sets for the Team Associated RC10B7.1 race buggy kit. These high-end titanium screws are quite strong, while also being incredibly light. The screw sets will be available in a choice of burnt blue or stealth black and are sure to turn heads in the pits. * Titanium top hat screw set, upper (burnt blue) – [...]
Now shipping from Reedy Power is a Magnetic Power Bank. The Reedy Power Bank is a handy way to charge your mobile device while at the track, on the trail, or out bashing. Here’s the highlights- * Available in white (#97243) or black (#97244) * 10,000mAh of charging capacity * Charges mobile device via the magnetic dock or a USB-C cable * Power Bank [...]
New over at Shark RC Bodies is the Shockwave Clear Oval Body. The Shockwave has a scale realistic look and is made for the wagon street stock class. Here’s the highlights- * Decked body with the roof as an add on * Body comes clear with overspray film * Includes window paint masks and headlight decal kit * Rear spoiler with mounting hardware The Shark [...]
Now shipping from Carisma is the 1/8th scaled M48S Audi Sport Quattro S1 1985 Night Rally Edition RTR. The Night Rally Edition comes loaded with LED lights to make driving at night a breeze. Here’s the highlights- * 6X Front headlamp LED module package * Remote on/off control of lighting * Officially licensed by Audi and Hella * Adjustable wheelbase (3mm) for tight turns [...]
New from the good folks at Traxxas is the 1/10 TRX-4 Chevrolet Blazer with Interior RTR. The latest version of the mighty Traxxas Chevy Blazer now features a beautifully scaled interior to give it even more scale realism. Check out these highlights- * Officially licensed 1972 Chevrolet Blazer clipless body with interior * Smooth body lines uninterrupted by body clips * Scale details [...]
