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Toughen up that Axial Wraith of yours with the new Diamond Series Front Axle from SSD RC. These are CNC machined from aluminum and offer the scale look and durability that modern off-roaders are looking for. * Available in black or grey * Main housing is one piece * Allows the use of Axial gears * 13mm axle tubes * Fits the Axial Wraith and [...]
We like combo tools, or should I say that we like saving room in our tool box. That’s why when we saw the new HPI Temp-Driver we were pretty stoked. While out tuning a nitro engine the two tools you need the most are a small straight slot screwdriver and a temp gauge, luckily the new Temp-Driver has both. * Measures [...]
Get your bash on with the new pre-mounted 2.8″ Duratrax Hatchet MT and Lockup ST. Both can make a nice upgrade in traction over your stock tires and do it at a very affordable price. The tires are molded in soft C2 compound and are pre-glued to save you time and money. DTXC3524 Hatchet 2.8 MT Mounted 2WD Front Black $25 DTXC3525 [...]
Now being teased by Gmade is their upcoming Komodo 1/10th scale off-road truck. While all the big details are still being held back, you can see by the pictures that the Komodo has a nice scale appearance with a highly detailed body and wheels/tires. More information is coming soon on this one, until then you can hit up the Official [...]
Going on this weekend in St Louis Missouri is the 2015 Futaba Nitro Challenge. Myself and several members of the BigSquidRC Bash Crew made it down to the St Louis Dirtburners track on Friday to check things out and we had a blast. If you are in the area please consider dropping by to see some of the best racers [...]
ECX has announced that they have added Ground Effect LED Lighting to their popular 1/36th scaled BeatBox and KickFlip. Also of note, both models keep the same low price point, however, both have received some body changes. The BeatBox gets a new paint scheme, while the KickFlip has been transformed from a buggy to a desert style truck. Both vehicles are [...]
The latest and greatest from VBC Racing is the Ghost EVO RM Spec Touring Car. The “RM” in the name stands for Ryan Maker, a championship winning VBC driver from Australia. The RM spec touring car is loaded with carbon fiber goodness and other trick parts. Some highlights of the Ghost EVO RM include- * Completely redesigned from the original Ghost * [...]
New from the good folks over at ECX is the Outburst Motorcycle. The 1/14th scale Outburst uses gyro stabilization to make it easy to drive, while side arms help keep it upright and from getting all scratched up. Some of its other highlights include- * Working LED headlight and taillight * Everything you need comes in the box * Comes with 1S LiPo [...]
Announced recently is a new, Spektrum DSMX compatible, micro quadcopter from Blade Helicopters, the ducted-fan based Inductrix! Featuring a new design and quiet rotor setup, the Inductrix has even more features:Lightweight, fully assembled quadcopter SAFE® technology makes drone flying easy Quiet EDF power system Durable rotor housings prevent damage Brilliant LED orientation lights Includes both red and blue bodies 150mAh 1S 3.7V 25C Li-Po flight battery USB Li-Po charger 6–8 minute [...]
The latest vehicle to get the LiPo upgrade from Team Associated is the Lexus RC F. It comes pre-built and RTR out of the box, but to give it a boost in power it now comes with a Reedy LiPo battery and charger. Some of its other highlights include- * Reedy 3300kV brushless motor * Two body colors available (white or blue) * [...]
There is some big news for all you Fire Brand RC fans out there, they have been picked up by over 35 HobbyTown USA stores. Soon it will be much easier to find all those trick Fire Brand RC bodies, wheels & tires, and chassis wraps at your local hobby shop! Congrats to the entire crew at Fire Brand for [...]
Losi has a Supercar! Yes indeed, the new 1/6th scale Losi Audi R8 LMS Ultra FIA GT3 RTR is big in size and in power. Speaking of power, the Audi is fitted with a 58×88mm 1200kV brushless motor along with a 6S LiPo capable ESC to provide insane speeds. To help put all that power to the ground, AVC electronic stability [...]
For all you Carisma GTB Buggy buggy fans, Thumbs Designs has some pretty trick shock towers for you. Made from 3mm thick carbon fiber, Thumbs Designs have designed both a front and rear tower to give your GTB more performance. Shock mounting holes have been optimized, as have the camber link positions. The front tower also has a larger opening [...]
To help get maximum performance during hardcore off-roading, Gmade has announced a Brass Axle Weight set for their GS01 axles. These are machined from solid billet brass and can be used to help lower the center of gravity on your Gmade truck. Each set weighs 33 grams and can be used on front or rear axles. The weights are priced at [...]
Have some 1.7″ tires that need trick wheels? If so, the crew at RC4WD have some new Raceline units for you. The Raceline Monster 1.7″ Beadlocks from RC4WD are CNC machined from aluminum and look incredibly scale realistic. * Standard 12mm hex * Officially licensed * Comes with scale hex bolts * Width- 0.98″ * Negative Offset- 0.45″ * Weight (each)- 1.57oz The wheels are street [...]
