New from Team Associated is the RC10B74 Team Kit race buggy. The B74 is AE’s latest 4wd buggy race kit and features an entirely new chassis design. Here are the highlights- * All new 2mm hard anodized chassis * Easy access diffs w/ quick change height adjustment * 7075-T6 aluminum bulkheads and arm mounts * Updated shocks with increased stroke length * All new rear [...]
The new Hoosier SC Tire Refresh Stencil Kit from Pro-Line is very cool! To show you how easy it is to refresh the Hoosier tire logo on your tires, Pro-Line has posted a handy “How-To” video. In the video they go through all the steps that it takes to make your tires look the very best that they can, while [...]
Before starting the column this week I wanted to just offer condolences to the friends and family of Brian Kinwald. I started reading the r/c car mags back in the early 90’s, and ever since then, he was always “the pro r/c racer”. Icon. The hobby mourns his passing. It’s been awhile since I’ve gotten a reader e-mail that has a [...]
The busy crew over at Traxxas have just uploaded a new TRX-4 Chevrolet K5 Blazer video for your viewing enjoyment. The legendary K5 Chevy Blazer is well known for its prowess out on the trails, watch the video below to see how incredibly scale the Traxxas rc version looks while getting in some off-road action. After watching the video, feel free [...]
Shipping right now from Team Associated is an all new 4-Shoe Adjustable Clutch System. The new clutch makes it easy to make setting changes without removing your engine. The AE clutch allows you to adjust the tension of the clutch springs via a small set screw that engages a spring cam, thus allowing you to make lighting fast clutch adjustments [...]
Just announced by Axial Racing are a bunch of Option Parts for their Yeti Jr platform. The new option parts can help beef up your rig while also adding a sharp new look. Here are the details- * AXI31622 Aluminum Steering Knuckle Set – $19 * AXI31623 Aluminum C-Hub Carrier Set – $24 * AXI31624 Aluminum Rear Axle Shafts – $17 * AXI31625 Steel [...]
To help you optimize your work space, Arrowmax has announced an uber new LED Pit Stand Light With Part Tray. The LED pit light can make it easier to spin wrenches on your rig when in dark conditions, while its integrated part tray can also be used to hold an Arrowmax set-up system. Here are the highlights- * 32 high-powered LEDs * [...]
Well hello there rc fantatics, welcome to BigSquidRC. My name is Cubby and I do a weekly column on the world of rc. Of course the biggest news from last week was also the saddest, the passing of the legendary Brian Kinwald. Social media is littered with people posting about Brian, he truly touched so many people with this hobby. A [...]
Now being teased by Cross RC is the T247 Scale Flatbed Trailer. The T247 is a giant beast of a trailer and was designed for serious scale realism. Here are some highlights- * All-metal semi-automatic retractable front support * Loading area supports up to 30KG (66 lbs!!!) in weight * Perfect for transporting tanks, construction machinery, and large trucks * Designed to work with [...]
It’s March Bash-ness 2019 FINAL FOUR! To keep things moving along, we are voting for both the BASH bracket and SCALE bracket this round! Just like the basketball versions, about everyone’s bracket has been pretty busted lol. We have had some exciting match ups so far, and there were a bunch of surprises with what vehicles made it into the [...]
Recently uploaded by Hobbytech RC is a new video for their CRX Survival scale rock crawler. The CRX Survival is the latest scale rig from Hobbytech and is loaded with scale detailing. Watch the video below to see just how scale the CRX Survival looks while out on the trail looking for adventure. After watching the video, you can hit up [...]
It’s seems like forever since we have done a giveaway so we thought, lets get one in before March Bash-ness ends! With the amazing support from Hitec we are giving away a RDX1 Pro Charger and a D954-SW Servo! We are also going to throw some Big Squid RC swag to the winners as well! Since we believe in spreading the love, [...]
I just love when RC companies do teasers of upcoming rigs or events. So when I started to see RC4WD teasing about something last week on their Instagram I was very intrigued. Having to wait those hand full of days is never easy. I am a very impatient person so once Wednesday arrived and RC4WD went live on their Facebook [...]
Shipping soon for all you hardcore on-road nitro racers is the 1/8 Shepherd Micro Racing Velox V8.2. The Velox series of 1/8 on-road cars have won races all over the globe, the V8.2 is bound to be the best yet. Here are some of the updates- * New rear body mount and shock tower * New rear uprights with aerodisc mounting holes * [...]
Just announced by Tamiya a limited edition HKS Skyline GT-R GR.A. This classic race machine comes in kit form and features a Tamiya TT-01 E chassis. * 4wd bathtub style chassis * Detailed polycarbonate body * Pre-cut wheel arches * Molded plastic side mirrors and rear wing * Comes with 3 sheets of stickers * Includes motor and ESC The Tamiya HKS Skyline GT-R GR.A is retail [...]
