How cool is this? A 1/2 scale realistic Go Kart by Oskart RC! What makes it cool? Well, it is a huge beast by rc standards, but what really makes it stand out is its scale realism. For instance, it runs a 33cc gas engine to sound like the real deal, plus the driver’s hands move with the steering wheel [...]
From October 28th to the 31st you can Save 15% on your favorite Pro-Line products by entering the code SPOOKY15 at checkout on Pro-Line’s website. Maybe you need some new tires or want to change up the look of your rig with a new body, whichever it might be, this weekend Pro-Line makes it easy for you to save some [...]
Thanks to the new RealFlight Drone Simulator from Great Planes, you can now practice drone flying & camera control on your PC. If you haven’t noticed, a good quality camera drone set-up runs easily over a grand, why take the chance on crashing it without getting in some simulator time first? The software has features like- * Lets you practice flying [...]
New from Ofna is the very affordable Ultra LX3e Brushless RTR Buggy. Like the name implies it comes ready to run with a brushless power system and 2.4GHz transmitter. Three oil-filled planetary gear differentials put the power to the ground, while four 17mm big bore shocks help soak up the bumps. * C-hub front suspension * Rear mud guards * Digital servo * Sealed [...]
Get a heavy dose of scale realism with the new 1991 Jaguar XJR-14 LeMans from Kyosho. This 12th scale pan car kit features a body with amazing detail, with a lightening quick Plazma Carbon Edition pan car chassis underneath. Some of its features include- * Body comes pre-cut and pre-printed with a full set of scale parts * Carbon fiber main chassis, [...]
New from RPM is a Front Shock Tower for the Axial Yeti XL. The tower is made from RPM’s uber blend of nylon and adds more support to the camber link ears and shock mounts to aid in durability. RPM stands firmly behind their work, therefore a lifetime warranty comes standard with the tower. Street price for the tower is just [...]
The crew at Gear Head RC have some trick new 1.9″ Beadlock Wheels for your next scale build. Machined from aluminum for the ultimate in scale realism, they use a 12mm hex to fit on a huge variety of different vehicles. The new 1.9s are available two ways- in a Natural Aluminum Silver Finish that has a part number of [...]
Hey now to one and all, welcome to this week’s funtabulous Cub Report. I trust you are all ready for another wild week living the rc life. This week I have seemingly misplaced my “Wheel of Death”. The WOD basically has names on it like ROAR, Traxxas, and Associated, that I spin from time to time to see who I will [...]
Bigger, faster, taller, that is the American way. To make your Axial SCX10 even more of a beast, ST Racing Concepts is teasing a new Lift Kit. Just like with full sized trucks, the STRC Lift Kit will allow you to mount longer shocks and bigger (2.2″) tires to your Axial, perfect for your next mud/mega truck build. More information [...]
The folks over at rcMart wanted us to let you know they are having special promotions, deals, and giveaways to celebrate their 14th Birthday. Fourteen years in the rc business is no small feat, hit up This Link to check out all the specials they have going on right now. Find more rcMart News right here on BigSquidRC.
Hola everyone. Welcome to the 2nd Anniversary of Everybody’s Scalin’. Yeah, I can’t believe the Squid crew has put up with me for two years either. The best part about doing this each week? My wife has an English degree from a top flight, hoity toity university while I’m just a doofus that plays with toys….yet I’m the person with a weekly [...]
Whats up gang, Evol here with another Drift Itch. Not a heck of a lot of news this week but I have a few updates if you have been following the Itch for a while. Weld Overdose posted on their Facebook feed recently that the formerly called “spaceship chassis” (or whatever it was) has officially been postponed, but it finally has [...]
Have a new HPI Jumpshot MT that you want to uber-out? I would start with the new Carbon Fiber Twin Vertical Chassis Plates from Xtreme Racing. Not only will they instantly make your Jumpshot look a lot more trick, they will also save weight for better performance. The side plates comes in two different versions- standard length (#10195, $79) or extended [...]
Yesterday we posted the teaser of a mad scientist working on a secret project. Today the secret has been unveiled, the folks at Hobbico have had some fun by making up a Frankenstein themed Dromida Vista. Check out the video below to watch the madness!!! To get more details on the Dromida Vista UAV/Drone simply hit up This Link. Click Here [...]
Just announced is a special 30 Day Sales Event by Castle Creations. Now you can get your favorite Castle products at a significant savings, and do so at participating local hobby shops. If you don’t have a local hobby shop, you can still enjoy the savings on Castle’s website. This sale covers nearly every product in the Castle line-up (both surface [...]
