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ASK Cubby – In Come The Letters, Out Goes My Mind
“Steering Hi Cubby, what is the best way to get more steering on my PRO-mt? When I first got it the steering was fine, now it seems like there isn’t enough? Porter” Cubby- Hey ya Porter, thanks for writing in, shoot me your snail mail for one of our very large, and very kick butt, sticker packages. So… you have a Pro-Line PRO-MT. Congrats, [...]
Gear Head RC 2.2″ Vegas Beadlock Wheels
Step up your scale realism game with the new Vegas Beadlock Wheels from Gear Head RC. The new Vegas wheels are sized for 2.2″ tires and are CNC machined from billet aluminum. Also of note, Gear Head RC designed them for a quick install using just 8 screws to secure the outer beadlock ring to the wheel. * Standard 12mm wheel [...]
- 7/27/2017
- 10:16 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Integy Aluminum Steering Links For The X-Maxx
Are you in the process of beefing up your Traxxas X-Maxx? If so, have a look at these new Billet Aluminum Steering Links from Integy. The aluminum links are not only stronger than the stock plastic units, but are also much more trick looking. The links are shown above in grey, but are also available in red, blue, orange, silver, [...]
2017 Specification Carisma 4XS Buggy
The folks over at Carisma have announced their updated 2017 4XS Buggy. The original was known for its solid handling and how easy it was to drive fast, the ’17 version is even better. Here is some of the scoop- * Beefier diff gears * CNC machined aluminum parts * Carbon fiber chassis, shock towers, top deck * Full bearing set * CV style driveshafts * [...]
- 7/27/2017
- 10:59 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
ECX 1.9 Barrage Kit
Coming soon from ECX is the Kit Version of the 1.9 Barrage. The kit does come with its differential, shocks, and wheels pre-assembled, but the rest is up to you. The kit also comes with a clear body so you can paint it any color you wish, plus it comes with all the tools and electronics needed to get it [...]
- 7/27/2017
- 8:45 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
All Racing High Power Fan For The X-Maxx
Do you have your Traxxas X-Maxx geared for speed runs? Do you run your X-Maxx in tough conditions on hot summer days? If so, have a look at the new High Power Cooling Fan from All Racing. The All Racing fan for the X-Maxx should be a great way to keep your motor cooler when pushing your truck to the [...]
- 7/26/2017
- 11:15 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Maclan Racing MR8.2 1/8 Sensored Brushless Motor
Power-up your 1/8 scale buggy or truggy with Maclan Racing’s new MR8.2 series of brushless motors. The MR8.2 series will be available in 1500kv, 1950kv, 2100, and 2150kV ratings, plus they sport an all new error free sensor unit design with separate sensor magnet. Designed for smoothness and durability, the motors feature a 12 slot stator along with a 4-pole, [...]
- 7/26/2017
- 3:19 pm
- brushless
New Products - By: Tim Mohr
TheToyz RC Bearing Removal Tool
Just announced by TheToyz is a Bearing Removal Tool. The tool costs under $4 and should be in everyone’s toolbox. Why is that? Because removing bearings can be a real pain at times, this affordable tool can make the job easy. The bearing tool is made from a high grade aluminum and has a ribbed handle for ease of use. The [...]
MIP Turnbuckle Wrenches
New from the folks at MIP are Turnbuckle Wrenches. You can buy these as a set, or individually, to fit your particular vehicles. The wrenches are sized for 3.25, 3.70, & 4.00mm turnbuckles and were designed to last. * Made from hardened alloy steel * Angled tool head * Perfectly sized shank * Comes with MIP’s all new tiny amber handle Pricing for a single [...]
- 7/26/2017
- 9:26 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Contest – Win A Custom Futaba Nitro Challenge ARRMA Outcast
To help celebrate the Futaba Nitro Challenge going off in St. Louis, Missouri later this week, Hobbico has announced a new contest. The winner of the contest will get an ARRMA Outcast stunt truck that comes with custom Futaba Nitro Challenge livery. As you probably already know, the Outcast is one of the best bash trucks out there and is [...]
Teaser – MST MTX-1 Monster Truck
Being teased now by Max Speed Technology is the MTX-1 scale monster truck. The MTX-1 is slated for a Q3 ’17 release date and sports a tube style chassis along with beefy solid axles. Sized at a wheelbase of 280mm and a width of 294mm, it is a bit smaller than some of the other offerings in the class but [...]
- 7/25/2017
- 3:26 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
New 1/8 Buggy Tires From Duratrax
Just announced by Duratrax are two new tires for 1/8 buggy. Duratrax will now be offering their Punch and Six Pack tread designs for all you 1/8 buggy drivers. Both are available as stand alone tires or pre-mounted on multiple different styles of wheels. Molded in Duratrax’s soft C2 tire compound, prices range from $22 up to $36. You can get [...]
- 7/25/2017
- 11:15 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
4K Video – Traxxas Ford Mustang GT
To show how cool their new Ford Mustang GT looks in action, Traxxas has posted a new video. In the video shown above, you’ll see the Mustang GT cruising, sliding, and even getting in some water action. The incredibly detailed Mustang GT is officially licensed by Ford and sits on top of a Traxxas 4-Tec 2.0 chassis, a platform that [...]
THE Cub Report – Game Of PWN
Well hello there, my name is Cubby and I want to welcome you to THE Cub Report. Ya know, it still amazes me the amount of noobies that our industry generates, so if this is your first time reading THE CR, I hope you enjoy your time here. Nope, I don’t have anything huge for ya this week, but I do [...]
Graupner HoTTrigger 1400 Sport 3D Red ARF
Shipping now from Graupner is the HoTTrigger 1400 Sport 3D ARF in red. The HoTTrigger was designed for a wide flight envelope, meaning it is easy to go from low speed to high speed flight. It can be flown by sport pilots, but also has the 3D capabilities to be fun for those experienced with 3D flight. * Aluminum primary landing [...]
- 7/24/2017
- 10:53 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
