Traxxas Short Course Shootout iPhone App ReviewIn an interesting twist for us and the RC world, there are starting to be more and more RC related phone Apps. When we found out there was going to be a Traxxas app, and it was going to be more than a gear checker or wallpaper viewer, it got our attention. So does [...]
While related to RC in one of those 6 degrees of Keven Bacon sort of ways, DC Shoes has pushed out the latest Ken Block Gymkhana Four (4) video. This is one of those love it or hate it sort of things. There is some pretty awesome driving going on, while at the same time some pretty cheesy other stuff. One [...]
The guys who do it best when it comes to tires have given us a sneak peak at their new Blockade SC tire. Pro-Line is bringing their kick-butt 2011 ROAR Gas National tire to the masses very soon. Promising great side and front bite, these tires will be great on a variety of surfaces and are coming soon! If [...]
You read it here first quite awhile ago, and Cubby even mentioned it today, but it’s time to officially say that the Traxxas Power Cell LiPo Batteries are now shipping! They are available in a ton of shapes and sizes and in both 2S and 3S configurations. Each come fitted with a Traxxas high current connector, and a [...]
Welcome to yet another exciting week in our wonderful hobby of rc. 🙂 What was the big rc news last week you might ask? HPI announcing a new gas (not nitro) powered monster truck coming in 2012, that’s what. I guess the obtuse might have just blown right by that PR, but I saw it as the first sign [...]
Things are finally starting to get back to normal around here. In case you missed our zillion posts about RCX Chicago 2011 BASH-A-PALOOZA 2011 you can catch them all with that link! I think most of us were pretty drained after the event as it was a ton of work for a one day event. Wrench (aka Bill) did an [...]
Yo yo Squiddys?! It’s Friday which means it’s time for another five minutes with yours truly… I for one am ready for the weekend. Last weekend was a complete blur and this week has been murder. It’s time to get out of the office and get to bashin’! Speaking of last weekend, RCX Chicago 2011 BASH-A-PALOOZA 2011 [...]
If you’re rocking a Team Associated RC10B4 or RC10B4.1, you now have the option to change things up a bit with some new 12mm Hex Drive parts. The front wheels will also fit the Kyosho RB5, and the rear hex adapter allows the TLR22 rear wheel offset to be used. There are new wheels, steering blocks, front axles, [...]
Here’s an interesting new development… Losi has apparently announced a new Losi 22T 2WD Race Truck Kit! It is being marketed under the Team Losi Racing brand and looks pretty cool! It appears to have lots of the same features the 22 Buggy has. Mid and rear motor completion options, 2.5mm hard-anodized aluminum chassis, 12mm Big Bore [...]
Hello, I got a quick question. Can the Evader DT take LiPo batteries stock? If so, would I need to install a LVC? Thank you -Jordan Cubby– What’s up Jordan? Is it just me or do we get this question a lot? Well… if it’s getting asked this much I better man up and answer it. Can the Evader DT (same goes for [...]
As some of you may know I love rc rock crawling and scale crawlers, a few weeks ago I got a chance to go for a ride in a real crawler with one of my friends Eric. I went out to The Cliffs Extreme Off Road Park. We did some very serious 4 wheeling. I had a blast! Eric’s truck [...]
For a limited time, TrakPower is offering a three-pack of vehicle maintanence products for one low price! Their new Trak Pack Clean ‘n’ Lube Combo contains Speed Wash Cleaner, Speed Prep Detailer, and KryTech lubricant all together for just $25 bucks! If you do the math, you’re basically getting the KryTech lube for free! This is a [...]
Finally some real news of new product! HPI just sent over a teaser about a new 1/8th scale Truck (insert Savage something here) that looks like it’s going to run on gas and not nitro! This is pretty big news! Not only will it bring the cost of fuel way down, but hopefully they have figured out a way to [...]
If you’ve got an SC10 4×4, STRC has you covered with a TON of new upgrades for your ride. Alloy Front and Rear Suspension A-Arm mounts, hex adaptors, belt tensioner pulleys, shock bodies, shock collars, front caster blocks, rear hub carriers, finned motor plate, and a steering bell crank system are all available to trick out your truck! [...]
The guys over at Flyzone have a couple new…Über…Überlite airplanes available. Weighing in at just .6 ounces, these things are perfect indoor flyers. They come with a 2.4GHz charger, 65mah lipo battery, and get this… They give you TWO planes! Each one has different characteristics in the air, too. All for just over $100. [...]
