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When it comes to scale realism, the RC4WD Trail Finder 2 has long been one of the hobby stalwarts. Recently, the previously “kit only” truck became offered as a full fledged RTR that also featured numerous updates from the OG version. Here is what it looks like when you open the box. That body, realistic chassis layout, and all metal construction [...]
Yes, I know today only exists once every four years, yet here we are with another Cub Report. Sometimes THE Cub Report is about news, sometimes it is about racing, heck, sometimes it is even about rc. Ok, so most of you bashing types have never heard of Jilles Groskamp, but he is a big league on-road racer who recently announced [...]
In some parts of the country (including Chicago, St Louis, and New York), rc drag racing is alive and well, especially with 5th scalers. New for that 1/5th drag crowd is the Primal RC Quicksilver Gas Dragster. The Quicksilver is a beast, designed to tear up your local drag strip. What’s the scoop on it? * 30.5cc 4 bolt gas [...]
Just in time for spring, Team Associated has announced new Lite and Winter Jackets. The Lite Jacket is water repellent, comes with Associated livery on both the front and rear, and is priced at $59. The Winter version has a ripstop nylon shell with polyester Sherpa fleece body lining. Four pockets give you plenty of storage and it is priced at [...]
Power up your 8th scaler with the new MR8 Series Competition Motors from Maclan Racing. These were designed exclusively for 4S 8th scale racing applications and push the limits for all out performance. Some of the features on the MR8 motors include- * Smooth, controllable power band * Heavy duty solder tabs * Completely rebuildable * Use the latest in hall sensor technology * Over [...]
One of the noob questions that routinely shows up on the crawler boards (usually followed by several sarcastic answers) is “What is a Dig Unit?“. It really is easy to forgive the question though because digs have been going the way of the dodo since competition crawling’s popularity took a nose dive following the scale boom. Still, you can find dig [...]
For all you lucky new Traxxas X-Maxx owners, T-Bone Racing has just announced their new X Basher Front Bumper for your truck. The bumper is the largest ever designed by TBR to help bulletproof your X-Maxx, plus it is made from extremely durable nylon to take a beating and keep on truck’n. The bumper is street priced at $44 and you [...]
New from the good folks over at Hitec is the Energy Propel Brushless System line-up for multirotor aircraft. The Energy Propel systems come with brushless motors that have built in ESCs, saving space, weight, and install time. Some of the highlights of the Energy Propel systems include- * Efficient, high performance motors * Updateable BLHeli firmware * ONE SHOT Synchronization Protocol * 41 & [...]
Got your eye set on a re-released Kyosho Optima buggy? If so, the crew over at rcMart wanted us to let you know that they now have the buggy available for pre-order. Once rcMart receives their shipment your pre-ordered buggy will go back out the door the very same day, helping to make you one of the very first people [...]
“fun class Hey Cubby, We built our small onroad track around a fun class. We’re using stock Vaterra onroad V100 cars with a 2S battery and getting a very positive response from the community around here. It’s affordable, fun, and competitive and there are some very sick bodies available. We still run a 17.5 sedan class, 2wd buggy class, a [...]
With FrSky’s Taranis X9D being the radio of choice for most newer FPV pilots, this is an exciting product announcement from the team at FrSky. Coming soon is the Horus X12S. Pricing and availability are not yet available, but just check out the list of features on this bad boy: Industrial high resolution screen (480*272), readable outdoor All CNC gimbal with 6 [...]
Do you have a SWB version of the Trailfinder 2 sitting in your rc garage? If so take note, RC4WD has a fully licensed Rock Hard 4×4 Patriot Series Rear Bumper With Hitch for your truck. The bumper has been perfectly replicated and is great for adding even more scale detail to your rig. * CNC machined from billet aluminum * Weight: [...]
New from the folks over at Maclan Racing are the MMR series of 10th scale competition brushless motors. The MMR series was designed for both pro and weekend racers, featuring motors with maximum performance right out of the box. * Winds from 25.5 down to 3.5 turns * Use the latest in hall sensor technology * Rebuildable * Short stator design used in the [...]
Yes, the 8th scale wing wars are heating up with the addition of the JConcepts Hybrid to the market. The latest in rear wing technology from JConcepts was designed to increase both handling and durability. Some of its highlights include- * Multi-height layout * Polycarbonate & injection molded components * Can be used with or without a center divider * Anodized aluminum washers * Several [...]
Not since Tamiya was duking it out with Kyosho during the late 80’s/early 90’s have solid axle monster trucks ever been as popular as they are now. Slowly but surely the aftermarket has started to come around and unlike years past, it’s now relatively easy for the average hobbyist to get one together. However, for the longest time a good wheel has [...]