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Coming in May from Team Associated is the MT28 RTR Monster Truck. The 1/28th scaled MT28 packs big fun into a small package. A 2.4GHz transmitter comes standard, while the large rubber tires (for the scale) help the MT28 climb over tough obstacles. * Integrated battery charger * Under 1 hour charge time * Everything needed to drive comes in the box * [...]
Just announced by FireBrand RC is their Crawler Accessories 2 set. This scale crawler accessories set comes with- two fire extinguishers, one gas can, a Party-tanker, a rifle, a shovel, one RPG launcher, as well as fasteners. The FireBrand set makes it easy to add cool pieces of scale realism to your rig. * Great scale accessories for off-road or on-road [...]
New from Pro-Line is a series of Shop Talk Videos. Their first episode is titled “Scale Accessories” and goes over how easy it is to install various Pro-Line scale gear to your rig. Watch below to see Pro-Line’s Paul Willhite go over various Pro-Line bodies, cages, as well as their scale accessories. After watching the video, you can hit This Link [...]
Now THIS is how you do a video. That’s right folks, if you are into the bash scene, this might be the best video you’ll see all year. Attached below is the new Traxxas World’s Biggest RC MegaRamp Stunt Session Video available in up to 4K definition. The Traxxas crew set their E-Revo and X-Maxx loose at Camp Woodward and [...]
Going on now is the 2018 Spektrum Trade-Up Program. This program allows you to save some cash on a new Spektrum transmitter when trading in an older unit. After a qualifying trade-in, you can save up to $40 on the purchase of your next radio. Want all the finer details? That’s easy, just hit This Link to make the jump over [...]
New from Vanquish Products are Currie Enterprises Portal F9 Axles for the SCX10II. These portals can give your rig more ground clearance and are direct replacements for Axial AR44 axles. * 13mm increase in ground clearance, equivalent to over 1″ taller tires * Adjustable gear reduction * Available in black or clear * Comes with Vanquish AR44 machined gear set * Chromoly spool * Complete Fast [...]
It seems like everyone is going to be at Horizon Hobby RC Fest this year! The BigSquidRC Bash Crew will be there hosting a legit bashing area, Brian Parker is going to be there to set off some killer scale crawling action, plus there are going to be a lot of other cool things to do. Like what you may [...]
Once again we find it troubling to post more industry news of this nature, but Kyosho has announced new ownership. Kyosho has long been a leader in the rc car industry. Various Kyosho cars and trucks have brought thousands upon thousands of new people into our hobby, while their high-end racing program has been dominate in 1/8th buggy over the [...]
Over the last half decade we’ve seen scale realism go from taking a backseat to performance, to becoming the number 1 thing that consumers demand. Initially it started in the rock crawling scene, now it is everywhere. A great example of this is the new Traxxas Unlimited Desert Racer. The Traxxas UDR was designed for incredible scale looks on the [...]
One of the most common questions that I’m asked at BSRC is “Should I use a 2S or 3S battery?” I’ve seen Cubby answer this several times in regards to bashing, but because it’s been a long time since I’ve broached this topic as it pertains to scaling, I’ll give it a go today. Before we start the discussion, make sure that [...]
That’s right folks, we are trying to break the internet! In a never ending quest to have the most Fun ever with an rc truck, BigSquidRC is going old school with MAXX-Fest 2018!!!. Just like the name implies, only MAXX series vehicles like the original T-Maxx, the mighty E-Maxx, and the all conquering X-Maxx are invited to attend. We plan [...]
The crew over at Cross RC USA has announced that the PG4L Dually Pickup is now for sale here in the states. The PG4L is a massive pickup with dually rear wheels. Scale detailing is everywhere, and it comes in kit form so you can add upgrades or make changes while building. Also, the PG4L is great for pulling trailers, [...]
Pro-Line has just announced their limited time Winter Meltdown Sale. The Winter Meltdown Sale only lasts through this Sunday and offers 15% off site wide on Pro-Line products. With spring firmly in place in most parts of the country (we feel for you guys up north getting snow today!), it is certainly time to get your trucks ready for bashing [...]
“#mrt2018 Cubby, I just read the coverage for Mud rocks and tears on the front page. I wish I could have gone but was stuck at home 4 hours away. How did it go and when might you hold the same type of event again? Trevor B.” Cubby- Yo hey ya Trevor, thanks for writing in. A snail mail for a sticker pack bro. Ever [...]
Recently announced by Vanquish Products are 1.9″ Incision KMC Machete Beadlock Wheels. These are now being offered in plastic as a high-quality, yet affordable, alternative to machined aluminum. The Machete’s are a full beadlock design and also offer adjustable offsets. The wheels do come with aluminum inner and outer beadlock rings and are compatible with Incision aluminum hubs. Street pricing for [...]