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Hot Bodies Gets a New Webpage
Hot Bodies fans can rejoice. Not only does Hot Bodies have a new WEBPAGE, but it actually looks pretty good. They have added a blog section, featured products, videos and more. We were recently reminiscing about the old HB days, and it’s cool to see they are still staying on top of stuff over there. If you are interested, head [...]
CRC WTF-1 Formula 1 Kit
The WTF-1 Formula 1 kit from Calandra Racing Concepts is not only affordable, but also one of the fastest cars in its class. The WTF-1 was designed from the ground up to be a racer featuring a low center of gravity chassis, an ultra smooth 16 ball differential, and lightweight materials. For you bashers out there, it was also designed [...]
- 8/18/2014
- 2:46 pm
- miscellaneous
New Products - By: Tim Mohr
Axial Universal Rigid Light Bar Set
Your truck isn’t truly a scaler without lights, hence the reason Axial has released an officially licensed Light Bar Set from Rigid Industries. The Rigid light bar set looks just like its full scale equivalent and is sure to brighten up your nighttime trail drives. * Comes with 3 different length bars * Constructed out of plastic * Mounting hardware & universal mounting [...]
- 8/18/2014
- 11:53 am
- Axial
New Products - By: Tim Mohr
THE Cub Report, 08.18.2014, Version- Suffocating on Hate
Hey now everyone, thanks for tuning in to yet another Cub Report, where all the cool industry types get their water cooler fodder. How was our SoCal trip? Man, I hate to use the word “epic” as it will make me sound arrogant (read- guilty as charged), but ya, that pretty much sums up our trip. If you are “in the [...]
Video – Vaterra 1986 K-5 Blazer Ascender
The crew over at Vaterra have put up a video showcasing their new ’86 Chevy K-5 Blazer. In the video you can learn more about some of its features, more about its Ascender chassis, and you can even see it in action. Click the video below to check it out, and if you get one on Pre-Order before this Thursday [...]
Everybody’s Scalin’ For the Weekend – A Challenger Appears
Our hobby has seen it’s fair share of great rivalries. Back in the day Tamiya and Kyosho duked it out in a battle for monster truck supremacy. Associated, Losi and the aforementioned Big K have been waging war on the race track seemingly forever. When it comes to bashing it’s been Traxxas versus….well, everyone I suppose (at least for the [...]
AquaCraft Miss Seattle U-16 Brushless Unlimited Hydroplane
Want to talk about wild? Unlimited hydroplane boats are some of the wildest and fastest boats on the water. For your bashing pleasure the crew over at AquaCraft have a new unlimited hydroplane on the way called the Miss Seattle. The Miss Seattle is a RTR that comes fully assembled and ready to tackle the water. An unlimited hydroplane has to [...]
RC4WD Raceline Monster 1.9″ Black Beadlock Wheels
Need some extra bling for that 1.9 scaler of yours? These black RC4WD Raceline Monster Beadlock Wheels can help give your truck the look you are after. These are CNC machined from billet aluminum then anodized in black for that tough off-road look. * Officially licensed and highly detailed * Fit on standard 12mm hexes * Scale hex head bolts for [...]
Axial 2.2″ Walker Evans IFD Wheels in Chrome/Black
Need some new wheels for your Axial Wraith or AX10? If so, these 2.2″ Walker Evans IFD Wheels from Axial would look mighty fine on your truck. These use Axial’s Interchangeable Face Design that make it easy to change looks and work with most 2.2″ tires. * Officially licensed by Walker Evans * Three piece bead-lock * Uses six screws for disassembly * Breather [...]
- 8/15/2014
- 8:52 am
- Axial
New Products - By: Tim Mohr
ASK Cubby, 08.14.2014, Version- Your Letters, My Responses
“QUESTION FOR CUBBY Dear Cubby; I’m a speed and bash rc truck person – slash and savage, etc. – but I really like the looks of some of the crawlers. And was wondering if anyone has had any luck modifying a crawler for speed and bashing. I realize they have a high center of gravity but I thought the wide stance and [...]
Team Associated Factory Team V2 .71 Threaded Bodies
Team Associated has just made it easy to upgrade the shocks on your RC10 Classic or Worlds Car with their new V2.71 Threaded Shock Bodies. The new bodies are designed to offer lower friction (for better action) and the internals are designed to last longer between rebuilds. The part number is #7438, they are street priced at $23, and they are [...]
Pro-Line Pro-Spec Shock Spring Guide
Now that you’ve got that uber pair of Pro-Line Pro-Spec shocks mounted on your truck, it’s time to get them tuned in perfectly. You might want to go to softer springs for more traction, or harder springs for heavier vehicles or for absorbing those big roof jumps. To make that task easier, Pro-Line has put out a handy chart that [...]
- 8/14/2014
- 10:00 am
- miscellaneous
Pro-Line - By: Tim Mohr
California Dreamin Road Trip – Kyosho America
Sure, Kyosho is well known for their high-end racing gear and multiple IFMAR championships, but as of late they have been putting out loads of bashing style products. Their new Psycho Kruiser monster truck and fully RTR Dirt Hog buggy are prime examples of that. Lucky for us, the crew at Kyosho America were nice enough to let us take a [...]
- 8/14/2014
- 8:47 am
- Big Squid RC
Kyosho - By: Tim Mohr
Dromida Gets Social
The folks over at Dromida would like to let the world know they want to be friends. They have added a new Facebook page as well as a newsletter sign-up so you never miss an ounce of Dromida news. You can hit their main site by Clicking Here for the newsletter, or head Over Here for their new Facebook page. [...]
RPM Oversized Rear Axle Carriers for the ECX Vehicles
RPM RC Continues the love for all things ECX! Their latest Oversized Rear Axle Carriers will fit the ECX Boost, Ruckus, Circuit, and Torment 2wd vehicles. The new carriers fix several issues such as bearing life due to RPM allowing 5x11mm bearings instead of the stock 5x10mm. They are also much more durable over stock, as to be expected from [...]
