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Traxxas 1/5 Scale Rumor Mill!
File this one deep in the rumor mill drawer, but we have started hearing some rumblings about a possible new 1/5th scale coming from Traxxas! This is one of those brothers, uncle’s, roomate’s cat sort of deals, but the last time we reported a Lowered Slash Traxxas Rumor we got a LCG chassis a few months later, and the one [...]
Big Squid RC Live! Show #25 – Leaping Lemur
If no one watches Big Squid RC Live, does it make any less sense? That’s a question philosophers have been pondering since the very dawn of human thought. Perhaps we’ll discuss such theories on tonight’s show. More likely though we’ll talk about Adam the Intern’s dad and inflatable girlfriend, Craig’s awesome hats, facial hair and maybe something about rc cars. [...]
- 5/8/2013
- 8:29 pm
- Big Squid RC Live
- By: Jeff
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KO Propo EX-1 KIY Version 3
The latest version of the KO Propo EX-1 KIY has just been announced, the Version 3.0. The third version of the KIY comes with the Version 2 software update as well as a new grip and better trigger-to-grip ergonomics. For more information on everything KO Propo HERE is the link to the KO America website. We have more KO Propo news [...]
- 5/8/2013
- 9:00 am
- miscellaneous
New Products - By: Tim Mohr
Sneak Peek – Pro Line Trencher 2.2″ tires for 1:16 E-Revo
Perhaps the favorite bash tire around the BigSquidRC offices is the Pro-Line Trencher. Trenchers are famous for their long life and providing good traction on a variety of surfaces. Recently the crew over at Pro-Line posted a “Sneak Peek” of their upcoming Trencher 2.2 for 1:16 E-Revo. Soon all you 16th scale E-Revo drivers will be able to enjoy all the [...]
Waterproof Xtronic Series Servo’s from HobbyTech
The crew over at HobbyTech have just announced their new Xtronic Series of waterproof servo’s. Now you can get a variety of high performance servo’s that aren’t afraid to get wet during a hardcore bashing session or trail drive. The Xtronic Series includes the XT W03 (3kg torque, plastic gear), XT W06MG (6kg, metal gear, low profile), XT W09MG (9kg, metal [...]
RadShapeRC T-Rail Scale Trail Chassis
If you are looking to start from the ground up and create a truly customized trail rig the new T-Rail Trail Chassis from RadShapeRC would get you off to a great start. The new RadShapeRC chassis is made from high quality aluminum and is made to look like a real full scale off-road chassis. The T-Rail chassis also comes with [...]
- 5/7/2013
- 9:20 am
- New Products
scale rc - By: Tim Mohr
RB Innovations 1/5th Scale Supercharger
Are you the type of person that can’t get enough power? Hey, we know how you feel, and so do the people at RB Innovations. RB has just announced their new Supercharger for 5th scale engines. Whether you are a 5th scale drag racer, you drive in the dunes, or just want a LOT more power to bash with, the [...]
- 5/6/2013
- 11:35 am
- New Products
RB Innovations - By: Tim Mohr
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Tamiya Agrios 4×4 TXT-2 Monster Truck Kit
Tamiya has a long history of putting out monster trucks for the bashing crowd, their latest is the Agrios 4×4 TXT-2. The Agrios is a twin motored, 4×4 monster truck that comes as a kit, allowing you to build it properly and install your own electronics. You can even add a second servo to the rear axle for 4 wheel [...]
- 5/6/2013
- 10:39 am
- New Products
Tamiya - By: Tim Mohr
THE Cub Report, 05.06.2013, Version- Swedish House Cubby
Hello everyone, welcome to another week in the rc hobby, and welcome again to THE Cub Report. The 2013 Supercross Series is officially over but it went out with one heck of a bang. While the big boy pants class was all wrapped up last week, both of the 250 region titles came down to real nail-biters. On the East Coast [...]
Horizon Hobby Sponsors Rockstar Energy Racing Motocross Team
Horizon Hobby have just announced they are expanding their marketing sponsorship of the Rockstar Energy Motocross Team. If you don’t follow motocross, Rockstar Energy Racing has had a great year – Rockstar rider Davi Millsaps lead the 450 Supercross class points early in the season, and 250 riders Blake Wharton took a win at the Houston Supercross and Jason Anderson [...]
Duratrax 835E RTR 1/8 Electric Buggy
The newest addition to the ever growing Duratrax line-up is the 835E Electric RTR Buggy. The 835E is based off its nitro powered brother and features waterproofing to make it truly bash ready. 8th scale buggies are known for being great bash machines. For big brushless power the 835E comes with a 2200kV motor and 120 amp Onyx speed controller. A [...]
Great Planes Rifle 1M EP Sport ARF
Have you ever flown an rc plane at 130 mph before? Nope, me neither, but sign me up! The new Great Planes Rifle 1M EP Sport ARF reaches speeds of 130+ with a “speed” power system, and 90+ mph with a “sport” power system. If you are looking for the thrill of sheer speed the Rifle 1M should impress you. The Rifle [...]
- 5/2/2013
- 1:15 pm
- Great Planes
New Products - By: Tim Mohr
ASK Cub Reporter, 05.02.2013, Version- Boring Questions, Wit…
Hey Big Squid, It’s Luke L from Florida. I was just wondering what would be a good starter car forCompetition grade Rc racing. I’d like to know if you know of any good cars for a dirt (actually clay) track. I’m willing to spend about $100-$200 and possibly go a bit over my limit. They use buggy, Truck, and short course I [...]
TrakPower TK60 Soldering Iron and Accesories
TrakPower has an affordable new 60 watt iron called the TK60. The TK60 should have enough power for most of the soldering jobs you come across in the rc hobby and has a street price of only $15. The part number for the TK60 is #TKPR1000. To go with the TK60 soldering iron, TrakPower has announced a new deluxe iron holder [...]
- 5/2/2013
- 10:13 am
- New Products
TrakPower - By: Tim Mohr
New Bodies and Sanding Drum from PROTOform
The crew over at PROTOform have been very busy, here are their three latest products. First up is their new Chevy Camaro ZL1 clear lexan body. The Camaro body is 190mm wide and made to bolt right up on your touring car. Great scale looks with PROTOform style give this body an edge over the competition. The part number is #1532-30 [...]
- 5/2/2013
- 8:51 am
- New Products
PROTOform - By: Tim Mohr
