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RC4WD 1/10 Mini Warn 9.5cti Winch
Over at RC4WD they have just announced a very impressive, 1/10th scaled Mini Warn 9.5cti Winch. The new winch is a fully licensed product that brings serious scale realism to the table. Have a look at these highlights- * Working spring loaded Warn hook * CNC machined aluminum parts * Stamped steel components * Synthetic winch rope * Warn decals installed * Operating Voltage- 6-11.1 volts [...]
- 7/27/2020
- 5:56 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Kyosho Trail King Action Video
New from Kyosho is an Action Video for their 1/12th scaled Trail King. The Trail King started life as the snow oriented Blizzard, but after a number of changes and some scale detailing, it has evolved into a vehicle for any type of terrain. Watch below to see the Trail King climb over rocks and blaze new trail for your [...]
Tamiya To Re-release the Avante 2011 Kit
Over at Tamiya they have announced they are bringing back the Avante 2011 Kit. The Tamiya Avante is a legend in the rc world, this fall you will be able to once again go down to your local hobby shop and buy a brand new one! Here are some of the Avante’s highlights- * First released in 1988 * Classic 4wd race [...]
- 7/27/2020
- 2:02 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Pro-Line Hole Shot 3.0 2.2″ Front Buggy Tires
New for all you 1/10th buggy racers out there are Hole Shot 3.0 Tires from the world champions at Pro-Line. The 3.0 version of the Hole Shot uses the latest in race tire carcass technology, while using square lug technology on the outside to give your buggy serious traction up front. Hole Shot 3.0 2.2″ 4WD Buggy Front Tires Closed cell foam [...]
- 7/27/2020
- 10:31 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
FTX Torro Brushed 1/10th RTR Trophy Truck
Coming soon from FTX is the 1/10th scaled Torro Brushed RTR Trophy Truck. The Torro comes with a solid rear axle, along with independent front suspension, to increase scale realism and performance. Check out these features- * Affordable 550 sized brushed motor * Comes with battery and charger * Internal roll cage with spare tire * Tubular front bumper with skid plate * Internal driver [...]
- 7/24/2020
- 2:19 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
How To – Traxxas Maxx 3-Phase Upgrade
Over at Traxxas they have uploaded a new How To on Upgrading the Maxx Monster Truck. Driving a high performance truck like the Maxx is loads of fun. However, as much fun as it is to drive the Maxx, it is even more fun to upgrade. By installing various upgrade parts, it is easy to take your Maxx to another [...]
- 7/24/2020
- 12:39 pm
- miscellaneous
monster truck - By: Tim Mohr
Axialfest 2020 Banner Signing and Night Crawl Start Video
As people filed in for the awards ceremony at Axialfest 2020, they were invited to sign a large Axialfest banner, and we had our camera ready to capture the action. It turned out pretty good so we thought we’d post it up. We also caught the beginning of the night crawl event as everyone ventured off into the woods! Hope [...]
Pro-Line Heatwave Vise Sunglasses
While Cubby is too lazy to write THE Cub Report anymore, he isn’t too lazy to go running around the offices in a panic after seeing the all new Heatwave Vise Sunglasses from Pro-Line. The limited edition Pro-Line sunglasses come with shatter-resistant polycarbonate lenses and are a must have item for those long days on the trail. * Fully [...]
- 7/24/2020
- 9:47 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Reedy SC480X Brushed Crawler ESC
Shipping now from Reedy is the SC480X Brushed Crawler ESC. The SC480X is an affordable option for all you scale crawlers out there, check out these features. * Excellent forward/reverse/brake feel * Dual auxiliary power leads * Aluminum heat sink * Water-resistant & dust proof * LiPo low-voltage protection * T-plug style battery connector * 3S LiPo maximum cell count * BEC- 5 amp, 7.4 volts The Reedy SC480X [...]
- 7/23/2020
- 6:14 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Losing grip – On convicts and commitment
I have had the good fortune of spending eighteen months of my career in a position where I was flying around in a helicopter as my main mode of transportion. Some 250 return trips and rougly one hundred thousand miles flown, meant that I got to listen to pilot’s chatter quite a bit. See, I was sitting in the back, [...]
- 7/23/2020
- 5:48 pm
- Loosing Grip
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RC Drifting - By: Martin
Laying Rubber - CONVERTING A TRAXXAS BANDIT TO AN LCG SLASH …
Hey folks, back with another update on converting my Traxxas Bandit VXL to a no prep drag car. You can click here to see previous entries in the series to catch-up. Today, we are finally putting power to it! Most of what I’m discussing today is pretty easy to follow, so unlike the last few articles there won’t be a ton of [...]
- 7/23/2020
- 3:33 pm
- No Prep Drag Racing
- By: Doug
A Pair of New Scale Crawling Tires From JConcepts
From the folks over at JConcepts are a pair of New Scale Crawling Tires. First up are the Landmines 4.19″ Crawling Tires in green rubber compound. The Landmines are a high performance Class 1, 1.9” performance scale tire that were designed for incredible traction, while still retaining a scale look. The Landmines (#3164-02) come with high-end inserts and are priced at [...]
- 7/23/2020
- 3:33 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
New Apparel From Pro-Line
To help keep you looking sharp this summer while out on the trail, Pro-Line has dropped New Apparel for both guys and gals. For guys, Pro-Line has dropped a Navy Blue Energy t-shirt, as well as a new Retro t-shirt. For the ladies, a new Retro Racerback tank top will be shipping soon. All three are made from super comfortable [...]
- 7/23/2020
- 1:21 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Pro-Line Gladiator SC 2.2″/3.0″ M3 Pre-Mounted Tires
New from the Pro-Line crew are Gladiator SC 2.2″/3.0″ M3 Pre-Mounted Tires. The Gladiator has been around for a long time, and for good reason, they provide insane traction on medium to loose surfaces. The BigSquidRC Bash crew has used Gladitors for years on everything from stadium trucks, to short course rigs. The latest Gladiators come pre-mounted on Pro-Line’s uber [...]
- 7/23/2020
- 11:07 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
RC4WD BFGoodrich Mud Terrain T/A KM2 1.55" Scale Crawling Ti…
Coming soon from the crew at RC4WD are BFGoodrich Mud Terrain T/A KM2 1.55″ Scale Crawling Tires. These incredibly scale realistic tires are perfect for your next hardcore off-road build. Check out these features- * Fully licensed by BFGoodrich * Molded from RC4WD’s Advanced X2S³ rubber compound * Fits 1.55″ sized wheels * Weight- 1.62oz * Width- 1.42″ * Outer Diameter- 3.84″ The RC4WD BFGoodrich Mud Terrain [...]
- 7/22/2020
- 5:23 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
