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The Backyard – Frankenstein’d Monsters!
Greetings all, and Happy Halloween! Welcome to a spooky edition of The Backyard! It’s the day of the year when witches, spooks and monsters take center stage — though, for R/C fans, we’ve been creating our own kinds of monsters all year long. And no, I don’t just mean the kind with giant tires and chrome roll bars (though those certainly [...]
- 10/31/2025
- 1:56 pm
- The Backyard
- By: Doug
Furitek PIXI Series Sensored Brushless Speed Controllers
Now available for pre-order from Furitek is their new line-up of PIXI Series Brushless Speed Controllers. Available for drifting or for racing, the new PIXI brushless ESCs are engineered for top-shelf performance. Here are the highlights- * Available in 4 colors * PIXI Race ESC — Pure competition power for Stock/Mod racing * First pre-order batch receives a FREE Furitek SlideDash OLED display * [...]
- 10/31/2025
- 12:46 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Serpent 1/24 Mini Spyder Truggy RTR
New from Serpent is the 1/24th scaled Mini Spyder Truggy RTR. After releasing a buggy and SCT in 24th scale, Serpent is now releasing the Truggy version that is perfect for driving in small indoor areas. Here are the highlights- * Pre-built and painted RTR * Rear wheel drive chassis * Full digital proportional control * 2.4GHz radio system * 1S 300mAh LiPo battery with [...]
- 10/31/2025
- 10:42 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Let’s Go Micro! Redcat Unveils the Ascent-32 Crawler
After teasing this model a few weeks ago on a livestream, Redcat has officially released its smallest R/C crawler yet, the Ascent-32. Based on a scaled-down version of the Ascent-18, this micro-sized, radio-controlled rig should be an excellent entry-level machine for younger hobbyists, as well as an option for those who want something smaller to wheel indoors. Very similar in style [...]
- 10/30/2025
- 7:19 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
Traxxas Video – Kicking Up Dirt with the Stampede 4X4 VXL
Recently uploaded by Traxxas is a Kicking Up Dirt with the Stampede 4X4 VXL promotional video. The mighty Stampede 4×4 VXL is an absolute bashing beast with big tires, big suspension, and even bigger VXL brushless power. Watch below to see the Stampede 4×4 VXL catch huge air over jumps and throw massive roost around corners. After the video [...]
Team Associated 1/10 RC10 American Custom Semitruck 6x6 Meta…
New from Team Associated is the 1/10th scaled RC10 American Custom Semitruck 6×6 Metallic Kit. Featuring a sleek metallic gold chassis and durable white plastic parts, the American Custom Metallic version of the RC10 6×6 Semitruck is sure to turn heads wherever you bash. Here are more highlights- * Striking new 6×6 body set * Robust 6×6 plastic gearbox set * 6×6 diffuser [...]
- 10/30/2025
- 3:58 pm
- Featured Posts
New Products - By: Tim Mohr
RGT Hobby 1/18 Ripper RTR Brushless Rock Crawler
Coming soon from RGT Hobby is the 1/18th scaled Ripper RTR Brushless Rock Crawler. The new Ripper is designed for serious off-road prowess, while still being affordable. Here are the highlights- * Pre-built and painted RTR * Full time 4wd system * High clearance portal axles * Wheelbase – 160mm * 3,500kV brushless motor * 2S 550mAh battery * Forward mounted motor * Aluminum motor plate * Metal gears [...]
- 10/30/2025
- 2:51 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Exotek RC10 Stealth Slipper Eliminator for Kimbrough Spur Ge…
Recently announced by Exotek Racing is a RC10 Stealth Slipper Eliminator for Kimbrough Spur Gears. This aluminum slipper eliminator is perfect for stock class or drag racing and makes it easy to use Kimbrough spur gears on your vintage RC10. Here are some highlights- * Ultra-light direct spur gear mount for the RC10 stealth transmission * Made from CNC machined aluminum * Weight- [...]
- 10/29/2025
- 6:22 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Associated Factory Team 12mm Spring Adapters for the RC10
Just announced by Team Associated are Factory Team 12mm Spring Adapters for the RC10 line-up. The spring adapters make it easy to use larger diameter modern springs on your vintage RC10. You can use this adapter set to vastly increase your spring selection, thus making it easier to tune your buggy for various track conditions. The Associated Factory Team 12mm [...]
- 10/29/2025
- 3:24 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
JConcepts RC10B7 Aluminum Battery Hold Set
Over at JConcepts they have announced an Aluminum Battery Hold Set for the Associated RC10B7 race buggy. This high-end aluminum battery hold set is precision made and is available in two different colors. Here are the highlights- * Swing operated battery retainer * Designed for simplicity, adjustability, and quick battery changes * Made from precision machined aluminum * Light weight yet durable with pocketing * [...]
- 10/29/2025
- 12:49 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Review – Team Saxo 1/8 RC Go Kart Kit ARTR
As we enter indoor race season, the Big Squid Bash Crew decided to check out the Team Saxo 1/8 RC Go Kart Kit ARTR. Designed to be affordable, yet scale realistic, we got a chance to build and bash one the Go Carts to see how it stacks up. Featuring a carbon fiber chassis, and a large driver figure, the [...]
- 10/29/2025
- 11:25 am
- Car & Truck Reviews
Featured Posts - By: Tim Mohr
Nexx Racing Foam Tire Set for the Micro-B
New from Nexx Racing is a Foam Tire Set for the Micro-B. Foam tires are great for getting optimal traction on carpet tracks and the Nexx Racing tire set can help get your Micro-B ready for indoor racing this winter. Here are the highlights- * Fits – Micro-B and Micro-T * Hex Size: 7mm * Includes: 2 front and 2 rear pre-mounted foam [...]
- 10/28/2025
- 1:56 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Dragon Punch RC Carbon Chassis for the '89 RC10 Stealth Car …
New from Dragon Punch RC is a Carbon Fiber Chassis for the ’89 RC10 Stealth Car Masami Edition. This trick looking chassis is extremely lightweight, while still being durable enough for the rigors of vintage racing. Here’s the highlights- * Chassis kit inspired by the iconic ’89 Masami Stealth Car by Associated * Made from 3.4mm Satin Plain Weave Carbon Fiber * Exceptional [...]
- 10/28/2025
- 10:38 am
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
Injora 80-120mm Dual-rate Shocks for 1/10-scale Crawlers
New from Injora is an array of 80–120mm Dual-rate Shock Sets for 1/10-scale R/C crawlers and trail trucks. With a wide variety of lengths to choose from, you should have no problem upgrading the handling performance of your rig with minimal cost and effort. These shocks feature aluminum top caps and aluminum threaded bodies with dual springs to allow for greater [...]
- 10/27/2025
- 1:17 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Gluth
Team Associated RC10 Tool Sets in Imperial and Metric
New from Team Associated are RC10 Tool Sets in Imperial and Metric. These handy tool sets come with what you need to do some serious wrenching on your vintage RC10s. Here are the highlights- * Blends high quality materials with an affordable price * Hardened, heat-treated chromium alloy hex tips * Available in both Metric and Imperial (SAE Standard) sizes * Perfect for building [...]
- 10/27/2025
- 12:47 pm
- New Products
- By: Tim Mohr
