The crew over at IMEX RC are some of the most hardcore you’ll find in rc. They’ve been supporting this industry before many of our staffers were even born, LOL, and we have a feeling they’ll still be around for a long time to come. For the last few weeks we’ve been driving and reviewing the IMEX 1/16 Bolt RTR [...]
The crew over at Traxxas have uploaded a new The Iconic 1979 K5 Blazer Video. The Traxxas TRX-4 K5 is loaded with scale realism, while also being incredibly capable while out on the trail. Watch the video below to see the iconic K5 doing some scenic rock climbing, while showing off that gorgeous K5 body. Use this link to get [...]
New from Yeah Racing are two sets of Aluminum Wheels for the Tamiya TT-02B, Top Force, and Super Avante. If you want to step up the style of your 1/10-scale buggy, these wheels are a great place to start. Durable and eye-catching, Yeah Racing’s Aluminum Rim Set features four CNC-machined, one-piece wheels with vented barrels and a contemporary design that complements [...]
New from the JConcepts crew are 1/8 Buggy Injection Molded Front Wings. Injection molded for strength and durability, the new front wings from JConcepts can help improve cornering, while adding a cool new look to your buggy. Here are the highlights- * Available in black, grey, red, yellow, and white * Available for Tekno, AE, XRay, and Mugen * Exclusive JConcepts design * Injection [...]
New from Serpent is the mighty 1/7 426 Outlaw RTR. This absolute unit of an on-road car comes with massive power, to go along with its hot retro styling. Here are some highlights- * Born from Serpent’s racing heritage * Forged for asphalt warfare * Wide body styling * 4274 sized 6S brushless power * Flared fenders and massive rear wing * Realistic looking faux supercharger * [...]
New from HPI Racing is the 1/18th scaled Venture18 U4 Ford Bronco 4400 RTR. Available with licensed Vaughn Gittin Jr or Loren Healy livery, this hot looking small scaler can be driven nearly anywhere! Here are the highlights- * Built to dominate the trail * Bold looks with rock-solid performance * Based on the proven Venture18 platform * Full-scale capability in a portable, go-anywhere [...]
New from Injora is its LCG Carbon Fiber 1/10 Crawler Chassis Kit with Front-Mounted Transmission. Designed for creative custom crawler builds, this lightweight chassis offers a budget-friendly way to assemble a one-of-a-kind R/C crawler. This low center of gravity (LCG) chassis kit features carbon fiber rails and braces, POM rock sliders, and select aluminum components, while the transfer case features an [...]
New over at Hobby Plus is the 1/18 Convoy EVO 2 RTR. This version 2 of the Convoy receives numerous updates to increase performance and durability. Check out these highlights- * Big-bore-threaded oil-filled shocks (oil not included) * Threaded shock collars * Servo on axle (SOA) set-up * Heavy duty driveshafts * Counter rotating rear driveshaft * 1.5mm stub axle pins and hexes * High visibility graphics [...]
Greetings all, happy Friday and welcome to the Backyard! This week I wanted to write something for the prospective noob who is thinking of getting into the hobby! So, you’ve decided to dive into the RC world — congrats! You’re about to discover the joy of speed, tinkering, and breaking tiny vehicles in spectacular fashion. But before you go all-in with [...]
Now shipping from JConcepts are 1/8 Pioneer Buggy Wheels. Available in three different colors, and designed for maximum performance, JConcepts Pioneer wheels are quickly becoming the go-to wheels in rc racing. Here are the highlights- * JConcepts original design * Pop-out panel design with centered ribbing * Dimensional aspects mirror popular Mono wheels * Screw locations to replicate popular vintage wheels * Inner for [...]
Over at HPI Racing they have released a new Teaser. The HPI crew is now teasing a new, fully licensed Ford ready to run, but that’s about all the information that has been given. HPI has long been known for making some of the best looking bodies in rc and we can’t wait to see what they have worked up [...]
The crew at Exotek Racing have announced new NASCAR CVD Sets. These beefy CVDs are available for front (43mm) or rear (41mm). Here are the highlights- * Pro racing style CVD sets * Precise machining that reduces bearing binding * Hardened steel axles * 7075 hard anodized lightweight CVD bones * Lightweight alloy hexes for a smoother drivetrain The Exotek Racing NASCAR CVD Sets are street [...]
The crew at Leadfinger Racing have announced a Retro-Mod Clear Body for the Associated B74.2 race buggy. This vintage inspired body is sure to make your B74.2 stand out in a crowd with its classic lines. Here are the highlights- * Nostalgic throwback styled body * Pays homage to the golden era of rc racing * Captures the essence of classic RC aesthetics * [...]
Ever been working on a custom build and thought to yourself, “This build really needs a Howitzer!!!”? Well here ya go folks! Capo Racing has announced a Self-Propelled Vehicle-Mounted Howitzer for rc vehicles. This scale realistic Howitzer can rotate, rise up and down, and even does a shell loading demo. It can also turn a fairly normal build, into something [...]
If you’re packing for a summertime camping trip and want to bring some R/C fun with you, nothing beats a 1/24 or 1/18 crawler. The folks at Redcat have been putting a lot of effort behind their Ascent-18 platform and now have a brushless version for those who want even more power for their tiny truck adventures. The Redcat Ascent-18 Scout [...]
