Greetings all and Happy Friday! Welcome to The Backyard! With Halloween arriving tomorrow, I figured it was a good time to dig through the old memory banks and share a few RC horror stories. I’ve been involved in this hobby for a long time, and while I’ve certainly had plenty of great experiences, there have also been a few moments that [...]
Over at Batrazzi they have announced 3 New Wheels for the SCX30. All three are made from aluminum and feature a realistic beadlock design. Here’s some highlights- * Three distinct designs * Orbital — Deep-dish, eight-spoke design * Core_X — Rugged, military-inspired styling * Broadside — Heavy-duty six-spoke design with 8-lug details * Available in black and silver * Made from CNC machined aluminum * Brass clamping [...]
New out of Finland is the TestLogger Shock/Damper Position Sensor. If you are really into the tech side of our hobby and want to dial your shocks in, the TestLogger Shock Position Sensor can definitely help you analyze how your shocks are performing out on the track. Here’s some highlights- * Lightweight linear potentiometer * 12.7mm of travel * Fits 1/10 off-road and [...]
Recently announced by Furitek is the Mantis LCG Competition Rock Cab Kit for the SCX30. This hot looking upgrade kit comes with with a chassis and cab, plus more adjustability to get your rig dialed in to various trail conditions. Here’s the highlights- * Lightweight aluminum shock mounts with expanded mounting positions * New scale rock cab body * Snorkel and side mirrors [...]
Recently announced by Shark RC Bodies is the 1/10 Whiplash Outlaw Late Model Clear Body. Made for hardcore oval racing, the Whiplash can help get you more wins. Here’s some highlights- * DODC approved on October 1st * Deep dish nose * Trailing right front nose edge * Improved rear kick in the body * Taller roof * Designed for a stable feel on the track [...]
The crew at FairRC has announced the 1/18th scaled FCX18S K10 S Purple Mod RTR (5th Anniversary Limited 50 Units). This special edition FCX18S is limited to only 50 units worldwide, thus making it highly collectable. Here’s some highlights- * Individually numbered * Larger 1.2″ Batrazzi Outrider ZR tires * Full interior with driver figure * Weighted CNC machined wheels * High clearance portal axles * [...]
Over at Furitek they are now teasing the 1/30th scaled Krawl Trail Pro 30. The Krawl Trail Pro 30 is a high-end off-roader that comes with a scale realistic look. Here’s some highlights- * Premium titanium chassis * Realistic Hard Body * Next generation Tri-Unity30 fullrange drive * Built for scale & trail lovers * Ultra-smooth low-speed crawling * Low center of gravity design * Flexible hard [...]
New from HPI Racing is the 1/16th scaled VectR4 RTR Rally Car. The VectR4 is a 4wd, small scale rally car built for hours of backyard fun. Here’s the highlights- * Officially licensed, two piece 1996 Ford Escort RS Cosworth body * Clever clipless body mounting system * Aggressive wide arches and unmistakable whale tail rear wing * Full-time, shaft-driven 4WD system * Three sealed [...]
Over at Team Yokomo they have announced that their 1/10 MD3.0 RWD drift car will be offered in Limited Edition Pink & Bronze. These two new colors look amazing and can really help set your car apart from all the others in the pits. Here’s some highlights- * Features newly designed parts that improve the performance * Will be available in the [...]
New for all you vintage racing fanatics is the GP3D 1/10 A2K Boosted 4WD Replica Kit. The A2K Boosted 4wd buggy kit brings back memories from the old days of rc racing when AYK chain driven buggies, driven by people like Steve and Mike Dunn, would tear up tracks across the globe. Check out these highlights- * Chain driven 4wd system * [...]
Greetings all and Happy Friday! Welcome to The Backyard! This week, I’m going to suggest something a little different to my fellow RC enthusiasts. If you’ve been spending all your hobby time working on RC vehicles, or maybe you haven’t had much motivation to work on anything lately, I’ve got an idea for you. Go build a plastic model kit! Yep, I’m talking [...]
New over at Team Velocity RC is the 1/10th scaled VL-2 Late Model Kit. The VL-2 is a purpose built late model race machine designed to help you win more races. Here’s the highlights- * Ball bearing supported aluminum steering assembly * Aluminum spindles * Aluminum rear hubs * HD 4mm carbon fiber shock towers * Small bore shocks * Location etched spring collars for small [...]
Is this the hottest looking on-road body release of 2026? Over at Mon-Tech Racing they have announced the 1/10 Huracan STF Clear Body. The Mon-Tech Huracan STF looks absolutely gorgeous and is sized to fit most 1/10 touring and drift cars. Here’s the highlights- * Width – 190mm * Perfectly suited for GT racing categories * Superior levels of detail and realism * Molded [...]
New from Shark RC Bodies is the 1/12th scaled The Full Monty Clear Body. Designed for oval racing, The Full Monty is a great choice for the Losi NASCAR and other 12th scaled oval race cars. Here’s some highlights- * Perfect for dirt oval street stock or as your favorite Nascar classic racer * Clear body with paint film on the outside * [...]
Recently announced by Carten RC is the 1/10th scaled T410 M4 Touring Car Kit. The T410 M4 is a high-end 4wd touring car designed for serious racing and is made from high quality materials. Here’s some highlights- * Competition-oriented mid-motor 4WD shaft-driven touring car kit * Optimized weight distribution * Width – 188mm * Wheelbase – 255~258mm * Fully bearing equipped * Aluminum shocks * Steel CVDs * [...]
