New from Carisma is a Camber and Ride Height Gauge video. Watch below to see just how easy it is to use the very affordable Carisma Camber/Ride Height Gauge. From setting up your race machine, to dialing in the handling on your basher, the Carisma gauges are the perfect addition to your toolbox. The Carisma Camber and Ride Height Gauge is [...]
New from Xbility RC is the 1/28 XB-F1 Kit. As 1/28th scaled racing continues to get bigger, the Xbility XB-F1 kit is sure to win a lot of races this winter. Check out these highlights- * Machined carbon fiber full-length chassis * Beefy aluminum servo saver * Easy to adjust front and rear wings * Front-end with steering knuckles * Easy to adjust camber and [...]
New over at Rlaarlo is the 1/10th scaled Storm Breaker SBK 4WD RTR Brushless Buggy. The Rlaarlo SBK can be used for off-road, on-road, or even speed runs. Check out these highlights- * Two different versions available – Carbon or metal * CNC machined shock towers, chassis, and shock bodies * 3 differential powertrain * 3100kV brushless motor * 3S capable, 45 amp ESC * Versatile [...]
New from Treal are new Front and Rear Aluminum Portal Axle Housings for the Vanquish VRD and Vanquish VS4–10. Designed to offer lightweight and durable performance, while also letting you customize the appearance of your trail rig. Made of machined aluminum, these axle housings are available in front and rear configurations and feature two finishes (black and silver).Treal Aluminum Front Portal [...]
The crew at FMS Model have uploaded a new video to promote their FCX10 Defender 110 Anti Riot Net Set. The FMS anti riot nets are an easy upgrade that can give your FCX10 a striking new look. Watch the video below to see a tutorial on just how quick and easy they are to install. After the video [...]
Over at Mugen Seiki Racing they have announced the 1/10 Limited Edition Pre-Built MTC2R Touring Car. If you are racing touring car this winter, but don’t have a bunch of extra time for a car build, the pre-built edition of the MTC2R is a great option. Hand built by Mugen’s Tim Long, the car comes set-up right out of the [...]
Happy Friday all! Welcome to The Backyard. A year ago, I kicked off 2025 by rolling the dice on some hobby predictions — not insider stuff, just guesses about where the hobby might be headed. Now that we’re near year’s end, it’s time to take stock and see how those predictions held up. Retro Racing Truly Arrives in Force? This one feels like [...]
New from INOV8 is the 3DX Carbon Car Stand. This high-end car stand is designed to fit 1/12 and 1/10 on-road cars in style. Here’s the highlights- * Available in bronze or silver * Unique blend of carbon fiber, tube design, and 3D printing * Stylish, durable and functional car stand for touring or pan cars * Thick 4mm top for rigidity and durability * [...]
Just a few years ago not many people knew about Rlaarlo, but that has all changed today. With a wide variety of products ranging from high-speed cars to crawlers, Rlaarlo is attempting to take over the rc world with affordable, high quality rc cars. A few weeks ago we were shipped Rlaarlo’s XTS-S10 4WD Brushless RTR Rally Car to see what [...]
As an early Christmas present to all you vintage fanatics out there, Team Associated has just announced the 1/10 1991 RC10 Stealth Car Masami Edition Kit. Masami Hirosaka is one of the biggest legends in our sport and soon you will be able to buy a fully outfitted Masami edition RC10 race buggy. Check out these highlights- * CNC machined aluminum [...]
Recently announced by Mugen Seiki is the 1/10 Pre-Built Limited Edition MSB1 Buggy Kit with Flash Point Option Parts. This high-end race buggy is hand built by Tim Long and is the perfect way to save time before going out and winning races. Here are some highlights- * Includes over $200 of Flash Point upgrade parts * Built by Mugen Seiki’s Tim [...]
Over at Capo Racing they have dropped more teaser images of their upcoming 1/8 Mercedes Benz W460 G-Wagon Kit. Capo Racing is known for having the most esoteric kits on the planet and their upcoming old school G-Wagon looks impeccable. All the doors, hood, and rear open, and it has a full metal chassis with realistic looking turbo diesel 6 [...]
After having a solid year in 2025, HPI Racing is finishing it up by announcing the 1/8 Savage XL Nitro SBK. This version of the legendary Savage XL comes in kit form, thus allowing you to modify it as you build. Here are more highlights- * SBK = Self build kit * Heavy duty 3 speed transmission * Bullet proof machined differentials * Aluminum [...]
The good folks at Serpent have announced the 1/8 SRX8GTE R Kit. This high-end race machine is made from the elite materials and features numerous changes for increased speed and adjustability. Here’s the highlights- * New 4mm thick aluminum chassis * Optional carbon fiber chassis * Narrower track width * Updated chassis geometry * New suspension brackets * New stiffer bulkheads * Split center diff * Adjustable caster [...]
Just announced by Team Associated are the RC10B84 & RC10B84D Classic Kits. These are a low run collectors type of release that adds a special vintage flair to Associated’s latest 4wd race buggy kit. Featuring RC10 Classic-inspired livery, both of these are sure to be a “must have” for serious Associated collectors. You can use this link to get full [...]
