New from Pro-Line are Big Bore Scaler Shocks. These bad boys were designed to be the best-of-the-best for your hardcore scale off-road rig. Coming in at 90mm in length, the new Big Bore Scaler Shocks feature the latest in shock technology. * Nearly 11mm bore * Large oil volume * CNC machined aluminum shock caps, bottom caps, bodies, collars * Hard chrome coated steel [...]
A whole lot of people have been waiting for this one, and now it is here. Pro-Line has just dropped fully belted Pro-Line Badlands MX38 HP 3.8″ Pre-Mounts. The previous version of the 3.8″ Badlands took over the monster truck world, the new belted versions take performance to an entirely new level. Here are the highlights- * Herringbone weave pattern belt * [...]
So here’s an unboxing video that’s a little different! Today we unbox the Swatch X DRL 2019 watch! So while I can hear a few of you rolling your eyes, this is actually a pretty big deal. Swatch is a HUGE company and they have been a sponsor as the timing system for the Drone Racing League (DRL) and it’s [...]
New from Pro-Line is a Jeep Gladiator Rubicon Clear Body for short course and monster trucks. The new Gladiator has all the realism that you demand and was designed to fit trucks like the Traxxas E-Revo 2.0, Slash 4×4, ARRMA Senton 3S, as well as a plethora of other vehicles. Here are the highlights- * Fully licensed by Jeep * Fits a [...]
Recently announced by 1 RC Racing is the Sprint Car 2.0 RTR. The 1/18th scaled oval race machines from 1 RC Racing are a great affordable way to get into the oval racing scene. The Sprint Car 2.0 RTR is available in black, red, or with a clear body that awaits your own custom paint scheme. Here are more details- * [...]
The crew over at ST Racing Concepts have recently announced a line of Aluminum Option Parts for the 6S ARRMA Kraton. STRC has long been known for supplying high quality aluminum upgrades, their new parts for the Outcast can really help to bomb-proof your Outcast. * CNC Machined Aluminum Chassis Protector Plates (Front & Rear) * CNC Machined Aluminum Front Upper Steering [...]
We aren’t even out of January yet and RC4WD has already put out what will probably be the most interesting product release of the year for me, the RC4WD Intimidator Pulling Sled. It’s been 30 years since the legendary Hobbico MaxTrax Eliminator Pulling Sled was released and FINALLY r/c truck and tractor pullers have an option for getting into this niche [...]
Coming in April for all you Axial Racing Capra drivers is a new Overdrive Bevel Gear Set. The bevel gear set is geared 12% taller than the stock gears to give your rig the overdrive you need when the going gets really gnarly. Designed for hardcore off-road use, the 27/8 bevel gear set features spiral cut gears for longevity. The Capra [...]
Well hello there fellow rc hobbyists, thanks for visiting BigSquidRC. Here at Big Squid, we are all about bashing and promoting the hobby. What was the biggest news from last week? One of the biggest news points just went live, HRP Distributing has announced that they just picked up Team Corally. If you are a long time hobbyist, then you know [...]
Holy smokes, the crew at RC4WD just keep on dropping the coolest scale goodies, with their latest being the Overland 6×6 w/ Utility Bed RTR. The Overland is a 1/14th scaled 6×6 that is loaded with scale realism from end to end. Look at just some of its highlights- * Hard plastic European style cab * Full metal 2 speed transmission * Billet [...]
So here is some exciting news! HRP (Hobby Recreation Products) is now the official distributor for Team Corally products in North America! This is a big deal, because now you can get vehicles like the Kronos 6S, Python Buggy, Shogun Truggy and more without having to try and import them yourself. From the Team Corally Facebook page: We are proud [...]
The crew over at Tamiya have announced a new Pro Edition Ratcheting Screwdriver. This multi-purpose tool comes with a ratcheting handle to help make your wrenching faster and easier than before. Here are the highlights- * Redesigned head * Smooth ratchet action * Quick change tips * Easy to change direction * Lock mode * Comfortable grip * Magnetic 100mm L-size bit made from chromium-vanadium steel The Tamiya [...]
Over at Futaba they have announced that their new 7PXR is now available. The 7PXR is the flagship surface radio from Futaba and features a gorgeous 4.3″ full color touch screen. Here are some of its other highlights- * New lightweight design * Improved menu system * 7 channels, telemetry capable * T-FHSS SR Super Response protocol * Left or right handed * Compatible with T-FHSS, [...]
New from ARRMA is a Complete Range video. The video shown below is over 6 minutes in length and shows each of the ARRMA trucks in action. From the giant 8S Kraton monster truck, to their Mega series of bash machines, the video does a great job of showing off just how extreme ARRMA bash trucks can get. With huge [...]
Whoa, have a look at this. RC4WD has just dropped a new Intimidator Pulling Sled! The Intimidator not only features a heavy duty design for all your hardcore pulling needs, but also knocks it out of the park with insane scale realism. Here are the highlights- * Pre-built for your convenience * 36.51″ in length * Nearly 20lbs in weight * Chain driven weight [...]
