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Pro-Line Class 0 BFGoodrich Krawler T/A KX 1.9" (3.85" OD) T…
Coming soon from Pro-Line is the Class 0 BFGoodrich Krawler T/A KX 1.9″ (3.85″ OD) scale off-road tires. The new BFGs from Pro-Line are perfectly scaled and were designed for massive grip in the rocks. * Fully licensed by BFGoodrich * Purpose-built rock crawling tire * 3.85″ OD size is Pro-Line’s smallest 1.9″ tire * Blue & Red Label Editions * Extra deep tread design * [...]
- 5/20/2020
- 10:22 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Pro-Line Tough-Color Black Bodies
What exactly is a “Tough-Color” body? That is a body that has been molded out of pre-colored black polycarbonate. Pro-Line has announced that 5 of their most popular bodies will soon be available in Tough-Color, take a look at the list below. We’ve also attached a video that does a great job of outlining what Tough-Color technology is, as well [...]
- 5/19/2020
- 9:05 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
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Video – 4 Colors For The Kyosho Mini-Z 4×4 Jimny Readyset
New from Kyosho is a video showing off all 4 Different Colors for their nifty Jimny Mini-Z 4×4 readyset. The Jimny is highly scale accurate and is great for driving in small areas. With colors like jungle green, kinetic yellow, brisk blue metallic, and chiffon ivory metallic, there is a color for nearly any taste. After the video, you can use [...]
Full Details – Pro-Line ’70s Rock Van Clear Body
After a couple weeks of teasing, Pro-Line has officially dropped the ’70s Rock Van Clear Body. The teasers have been huge news in the scale community, now we have a chance to get a full look at the van. With incredible scale detailing, two different sets of bubble windows, and optional 3D printed scale parts, the ’70s Rock Van is [...]
- 5/19/2020
- 4:38 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Monster Truck Madness – What is a Retro?
What exactly is a “Retro Monster Truck”? That’s the question that’s become the topic du jour within the solid axle monster truck community as of late. For this week’s MTM I’m going to try to explain to the uninitiated as to why it’s a topic, and then, probably against my better judgement, give my .02 in response to the question. So, a [...]
Video – Traxxas TRX-4 Traxx Deep-Terrain Domination
Have you tried a set of Traxx from Traxxas yet? The Traxxas Traxx are great for difficult terrain, or to simply give your rig an extreme new look. Watch below to see a set of the Deep-Terrain Traxx forge through a deep water crossing, as well as through some gnarly mud and snow. After the video you can use this link [...]
THE Cub Report – Scale Invasion
Hello there fellow rc fanatics, welcome to another wonderful week in the rc biz. Covid is still the major talking point among industry insiders, but finally some parts of the world are returning to “normal”. For those of you still in the grips, we pray for you, for those that are in areas that have been “reopened”, be well out [...]
FTX RC Hooligan JNR 1/28 RTR Rally Car
New from FTX RC is the 1/28th scaled Hooligan JNR RTR Rally Car. Perfect for indoor driving, the Hooligan JNR makes it easy to get into the hobby of rc. * Four different colors to chose from * 2.4GHz radio * Steering gyro * Comes with everything needed to drive inside the box * Independent front suspension * High traction rubber tires * Wheelbase- 87.5mm * Width- 86mm [...]
- 5/18/2020
- 3:19 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Enduro Trailrunner RTR with IFS Suspension
Here ya go scale fanatics, Enduro RC has announced the Trailrunner RTR that features Independent Front Suspension. The Enduro crew has been bringing it hard for 2020 and their new IFS Trailrunner is filled with scale realism. Take a look at these features- * Designed for modern scale realism * Pre-painted, 2 piece, polycarbonate body * Removable front lower valance * Injection-molded fender flares, [...]
- 5/18/2020
- 12:55 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
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JConcepts 1970 Chevy K10 Clear Body
New over at JConcepts is the 1970 Chevy K10 clear monster tuck body. Designed to fit trucks like the Tamiya Clod Buster and Traxxas Stampede, the Chevy K10 is nicely scaled and ready for your next custom monster truck build. * Fully licensed by General Motors * Scale inspired design * Made from a heavy duty clear polycarbonate * Window masks and detailed [...]
- 5/18/2020
- 11:53 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
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RC4WD 1/10 Magnetic Portable Jerry Can Set
New from RC4WD is a 1/10th scaled Magnetic Portable Jerry Can Set. The Jerry Can set is easy to mount and makes for a great scale accessory. * Made from injection molded ABS plastic * Weight- 0.28oz * Width- 1.14″ * Length- 1.14″ * Height- 1.63″ Street pricing for the RC4WD Magnetic Portable Jerry Can Set comes in at $22 and it has a part number [...]
- 5/15/2020
- 10:25 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
ARC R12 1/10 4wd Touring Car Kit
The folks over at ARC have dropped the new R12 touring car kit. Designed for maximum performance on-track, the R12 is loaded with the latest touring car technology. Check out there highlights- * Lower overall center of gravity, more efficient drive-train * Increased mechanical traction * New longer a-arms with twin shock mounting locations * Narrow, lightweight suspension blocks * 2-piece, adjustable top deck * Centralized [...]
- 5/15/2020
- 10:23 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Video – Talking about the Upcoming Tamiya King Hauler Build
Jeremy shot a quick video talking about the upcoming Tamiya King Hauler build, with the last 1/2 of the video doing a short store tour of the Orlando Remote Control Hobbies store. Special thanks to Nick for the hook up of the kit and DSM Off Road for the bearings! Enjoy the video, please do the like, subscribe, comment bell dance [...]
Mugen Seiki Racing Limited Edition MBX8T Factory Built Nitro…
New from Mugen Seiki Racing is a very cool Limited Edition MBX8T Factory Built Nitro Truggy. Why is the new Mugen so awesome? Because factory drivers Adam Drake and Ryan Maifield personally built a handful of these bad boys using all of their recommend upgrades. With the latest truggy from Mugen you can own not only one of the best [...]
- 5/15/2020
- 10:17 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
ASK Cubby – The Covid Rages On As The Questions Pour In
“Save Me The last truck I picked up didn’t come with a servo saver. Does the truck really need one Cubby? Ramone H.” Cubby- Yo yo yo Ramone, thanks for writing in. A snail mail for a sticker pack, per the norm my friend. Does your truck “need” a servo saver? IMO, it depends. Most rock crawlers don’t use a servo saver. In rock [...]
