Now available for pre-order from L&L Models is an Aluminum Motor Mount for the vintage Traxxas TRX-1 race buggy. This is a direct replacement that uses the original hardware and has been anodized in blue for a proper look. The L&L Models Aluminum Motor Mount for the Traxxas TRX-1 is street priced at $35 and you can hit up This [...]
New from Aerox is an RC Hauler Bag. The Aerox hauler bag has 3 drawers and is a great way to transport all your rc gear. Here’s the highlights- * Size – 29 x 44 x 50cm * Oversized zipper for extra strength and durability * 3 drawers made in one piece robust molded plastic * Internal Drawer Sizes – 46L x 25W x [...]
New at Overdose are 1/10 Yaba King Mesh Realistic Wheels. These incredibly hot looking wheels are a great choice for your next drift or on-road car build. Here’s some highlights- * Meticulously crafted * Extremely deep rim achieved through OVERDOSE’s unique design * Bold yet delicate mesh pattern faithfully reproduced * Starts shipping later this month * Offset: +7mm / +10mm * Width: 26mm * Colors: High-gloss [...]
The folks over at Batrazzi have announced 1.0” Rogue Beadlock Wheels. The new Rogue wheels are sized to fit 1/18 to 1/24 scaled rock crawlers and are available in black, or black with red accents. Here’s some highlights- * CNC machined from aluminum * Deep concave profile with recessed center * Distinctive six spoke styling * Integrated brass clamping ring * Simple six screw beadlock [...]
The crew over at APlastics is now teasing a new Van Body. APlastics has become a real player in the aftermarket body game with their hot looking drift bodies, but soon they are about to drop a van body for your custom builds. The teaser image shows old school van styling and we can’t wait to see the completed version. As [...]
Over at JConcepts they have posted a Mysterious New Teaser. The teaser image clearly shows a nitro powered 1/8th scale buggy, but what we don’t know is the context. Are they teasing a new race body? A new off-road buggy? A new race series? For now we’ll all have to speculate and await Jason and his crew releasing more information. You [...]
Over at Velocity RC they are now teasing a 1/10 VS-2 Sprint Car Kit. The VS-2 is a high-end oval racing machine designed to help you win more races. While not many details have been announced, the car is expected to start shipping in late June. The Velocity RC 1/10 VS-2 Sprint Car Kit has a part number of #00020 and [...]
Happy Friday and welcome to The Backyard! As I sit here in the middle of building my JConcepts Reactor (more on that over in the revived Monster Truck Madness series – article 1 goes live within a couple days), it got me thinking about something I’ve noticed over the years. When it comes to this hobby, I can be a bit of [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts is a 2010 Ford Raptor Vertex-6 Body. The new Ford Rapter body is sure to make all you Redcat Vertex-6 owners quite happy by giving you a stylish new body option for your rig. Here’s the highlights- * Officially licensed by Ford * Direct fit for the Redcat Vertex-6 * Body measures 21.5” L x 8” wide x 5” [...]
Hey everyone! It’s time to resurrect Monster Truck Madness for a few weeks, as I’ve officially started building a JConcepts Reactor Retro Truck—and let me tell you, I have a lot to say about this truck. A few weeks back, I wrote about my plans for the Reactor build—think of that as a “Part 0” prequel. You can find a link [...]
New from Reedy Power are Premium Blend T-Shirts and Pullover Hoodies. Perfect for the trail or the track, the new apparel from Reedy is a great way to show the world you are a hardcore hobbyist. Here’s some highlights- * Sizes range from Small to 4XL * Same gear as worn by the Reedy factory racing team * Soft, breathable, and durable premium [...]
New from Boom Racing are Opening Front Door Windows for Series Land Rover hard bodies. If you are looking to take your build to the next level, these scale realistic opening windows are a great way to do so. Here’s the highlights- * Designed to bring your rig one step closer to true realism * Functional windows let you add that extra [...]
The good folks over at Schumacher have released details on their 1/10 Mi10 4WD Competition Touring Car Kit. The Mi10 is available with either a carbon fiber or steel and chassis and was designed for high-end touring car racing. Here’s the highlights- * New chassis design for maximum performance across all track conditions * New transmission housings and shock mounts to improve [...]
Coming this summer from Kyosho is the 1/10th scaled Lazer ZX7.5 4WD Buggy Kit. The new ZX7.5 builds off the proven ZX7 platform and features numerous refinements to go along with various new components. Here’s the highlights- * Designed for a wide range of surfaces * Works on high-grip carpet to loose dirt tracks * Shaft-driven 4WD system * Front and rear double wishbone [...]
Over at Tamiya they have uploaded a new 1/12 Lunch Box EVO video. The Tamiya Lunch Box has gotten thousands of people into the rc hobby and the latest EVO version is the best Lunch Box yet. With classic retro styling, updated suspension, and larger sizing, the Lunch Box EVO is a great way to spend an afternoon in the [...]
