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SSD Third Member For The Losi Rock/Baja Rey
Announced earlier today by SSD RC is Heavy Duty Third Member for the Losi Rock and Baja Rey. The third member is CNC machined out of high quality aluminum and is anodized grey for a sharp appearance. * Comes with larger 13mm bearings * Bolts on as a direct fit replacment The SSD third member has a part number of #SSD00177 and full [...]
- 3/24/2017
- 6:21 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Interview With Spektrum’s Ryan Dunford
A few weeks ago Spektrum announced their innovative S6240RX Servo. Servos don’t usually get a lot of attention, but the Spektrum unit is quite unique as it features a built in receiver. The BigSquidRC Bash Crew decided to get with Spektrum to learn more about it, and while we had them at our ear, to ask a number of other [...]
Mon-Tech Racing F17 Body
With the full sized F1 series kicking off this weekend in Australia, it is only fitting that we post some rc F1 news. New from Mon-Tech Racing is the F17 Body. The F17 comes in clear so you can put on your favorite paint scheme and it was designed to fit a variety of today’s 1/10th scale F1 style race [...]
- 3/24/2017
- 12:53 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
March Bash-ness 2017 – Round 2
Hello bash fans! Welcome to Round 2 of March Bash-ness 2017! Round two is where things start to get really interesting. I think we have had a few small surprises already, but now we are getting serious. There are 8 vehicles going head to head, and you know how it works. Vote for what vehicle you think needs to make [...]
11th Annual Futaba & O.S. Speed Nitro Challenge
Coming up on July 27th to the 30th is the 11th Annual Futaba And O.S. Speed Nitro Challenge. This yearly event will once again be held at the legendary St. Louis Dirtbuners track and features 7 different nitro classes as well as an electric buggy class. The Futaba race brings in racers from all over the country and is bound [...]
Castle Mamba X SCT PRO 1410 Combo Review
Castle Creations is well known for putting out more power than just about any other brand on the market. Now days they still want to put out the most power, but also want that power to be easier to drive. Hence the reason Castle has unleashed the Mamba X SCT PRO 1410 Combo on the world. The latest Castle combo [...]
- 3/24/2017
- 7:23 am
- brushless
Hop-Ups Reviews - By: Cubby
ASK Cubby- You Write The Questions, I Sleep On The Job
“RC Driver Cubby, What’s going on with RC Driver? Are they really going out of business? Is that what the Cub report was about this week? Inquiring minds want to know! Harold S.” Cubby- Yo MTV Raps Harry, thanks for writing in and be sure to send us your snail mail for one of our way-super-dope sticker packs. About RC Driver… I am only going [...]
JConcepts TLR 8IGHT & 8IGHT-E 4.0 Front Scoop
Recently announced by the folks at JConcepts is a Front Scoop for the TLR 8IGHT & 8IGHT-E 4.0 buggies. The small front scoop is said to enhance steering in fast sections while also being noticeable over jumps. The scoop is made from clear polycarbonate and is a direct fit on both buggies. Pricing for the scoop is just $10 and [...]
Exotek Associated B6 Motor Plate With Spur Cover
Coming soon from Exotek Racing is a Motor Plate With Spur Cover for the Associated B6 buggy. The motor plate is machined from 7075 aluminum and is a vented design to help keep your motor cooler. The spur gear cover is made from Delrin and has a removable design. Made to fit the 3 gear laydown transmission, the motor plate [...]
- 3/23/2017
- 1:42 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Losi 1/5 Desert Buggy XL-E
Here ya go 1/5th scale fanatics, the Losi Desert Buggy XL-E has been announced. The XL-E is a massive RTR brushless 1/5th scaled buggy that should do a good job of dominating your local bash spot. Loaded with scale detailing, the beast comes with officially licensed Maxxis tires and an LED light bar for night driving. Here are some of [...]
- 3/23/2017
- 9:39 am
- Featured Posts
New Products - By: Tim Mohr
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Duratrax Onyx 260 Charger Review
With dual port chargers all the rage, the folks at Duratrax have released the Onyx 260. Not only does the Onyx have two charge ports, but it also comes with a nifty touch screen display. We’ve been using (read- abusing) an Onyx 260 for several weeks to determine if it is up to the basher lifestyle. Keep on reading to [...]
- 3/23/2017
- 7:14 am
- Accessory Reviews
Batteries - By: Cubby
VBC Racing Lightning 10M235 Pan Car
New to the pan car scene is the VBC Racing Lightning 10M235. The Lightning is a 1/10th scale, 235mm pan car that comes in kit form. It comes with a newly redesigned rear end for easier ride height adjustments and a durable hardened steel rear axle. Here are some of its other highlights- * True big bore shock * Can use three [...]
- 3/22/2017
- 11:13 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
BK Servo BLS-SS-HS
Coming soon from BK Servo is the BLS-SS-HS. The BLS-SS-HS is a low profile servo which allows it to fit in a wide variety of applications, but is intended for 1/10th scale racing. A full aluminum case aids in durability, while also helping to dissipate heat. The latest servo from BK is expected to start shipping in April and you can [...]
- 3/22/2017
- 4:52 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
MIP X-Duty Rear C-Drive Kit For The Yeti
Just announced by MIP is an X-Duty Rear C-Drive Kit for the Axial Yeti. The X-Duty C-Drive kit replaces your Yeti’s rear plastic driveshaft with a heavy duty steel unit designed to take massive power and the worst bashing you can throw at it. The all metal design features heat treated, high grade alloy steel parts and is 100% made [...]
RPM A-Arms For The ARRMA Kraton, Talion, & Outcast
New from RPM are Front A-Arms for the ARRMA Kraton, Talion, and Outcast. The arms have been designed to be more durable than the stock units, as well as to reduce slop. Made from RPM’s legendary blend of plastic, they also feature a second lower shock mount that can be used to lower your truck. * 10% lighter than stock * Also [...]
- 3/22/2017
- 9:03 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
