Oh those sly guys over at Gmade, they keep on teasing their new Komodo off road truck. They have now released a full on frontal shot of the truck to show everyone how it looks and they have even been releasing a few brief videos. Full information on the Komodo should be out in the next couple of weeks, until [...]
Hello rc masses, this is THE Freak’n Cub Report, where I talk the smack and you complain about it to your buddies. Just FYI, if you haven’t noticed, this is the time of the year when all the manufacturers announce their fall/X-mas products. The Losi Supercar was the first (and perhaps biggest) to be announced thus far, but the PRs just [...]
Our friends over at AsiaTees Hobbies wanted us to let you know they are stocking the 1/14th Tractor Truck from Hercules Hobby. The Hercules Hobby tractor truck is loaded with scale detailing and a ton of features. A 3 speed tranny comes stock and is mated to a 35 turn modified motor. Coil spring and leaf spring suspension soaks up [...]
Let’s face it, monster trucks and 8th scale truggies rule most bash areas. Their sheer size and power allow them to run amok over lesser bash-mobiles. One of the latest truggies to hit the market comes from Team Durango with their DEX8T Kit. Is it only suited for a race track? Does it out handle its competition? Can it go [...]
Last year I wrote a piece lampooning the seemingly instinctive need many scalers have, particularly noobs, for crazy amounts of suspension flex. I was then taken to task via e-mail (rightfully, I might add) for not really explaining what exactly the ideal amount is. Fret not, as this week I shall atone for this past grievence. While I’m focusing on [...]
Fun for ages is the new Toyota Land Cruiser 40 from Tamiya. The Land Cruiser comes on Tamiya’s 4wd GF-01 wheelie chassis which is easy to build and easy to drive. Some of its other highlights include- * Comes with driver figure * Body comes pre-painted red * Friction shocks * Centrally located motor * Front and rear gear diffs * Includes ESC and motor The Land [...]
Add some fun to your next trail drive with the Bivouac 1/10th M.O.A.B Camping Trailer With Tent from RC4WD. The camping trailer is licensed by Bivouac and has all the looks of a full size unit with amazing attention to detail. * Steel 1.55″ wheels * Hand made trailer * 12mm wheel hexes * Dirt Grabber 1.55″ tires * Leaf spring suspension * Length- 14.76″ * Weight- [...]
New from Kyosho for all you Mini-Z drivers is the Syncro EX-6 Transmitter. The Syncro EX-6 promises some of the fastest speeds ever seen for a Mini-Z transmitter along with exceptionally linear control. * Large 2.7″ display screen * Optimized for the MR-03 when shipped * Rich functionality * Backwards compatible to pre-existing ASF 2.4GHz system * 10-model memory * Hybrid spread spectrum system that integrates [...]
For all you go fast touring car types, Kyosho has just announced the TF7. The TF7 is a high-end 1/10th scale touring car designed to crush track records, or to be an uber platform for your next on-road build. Some of its highlights include- * Floating servo mount AND battery (both are suspended from upper bulkheads) * 4wd using 2 belts * Spool [...]
Looking to put a different look on your truck (or car)? If so, the folks over at Fire Brand RC have a new clear body that will give your rc an all new attitude. The Judge body from Fire Brand RC fits a wide variety of 1/10th scale cars and trucks and brings a unique look to the plate. It [...]
New from RPM are Nerf Bars for the LCG Slash 2wd. These feature additional cross bracing to transfer less impact to the chassis and have a perfect bolt on fit. The nerf bars are made from RPM’s famous engineering grade nylon and come with a lifetime warranty against breakage. The blue units have a part number of #73865, black has a [...]
“Hey Cubby, Have you guys thought about doing a Losi Audi versus Traxxas XO-1 shootout? I think the whole world would thank you for it. Dedicated reader, Charles D.” Cubby- Yo hey Charles, thanks for the email. And ya, I’ve already received multiple requests to put the Losi Audi R8 up against the Traxxas XO-1. And yes, it should make for a totally EPIC [...]
The latest Trail Finder 2 from RC4WD sports a Mojave II body set. RC4WD is known for their scale realism and their latest TF2 once again does a great job of making an rc truck look very much like its full sized counterpart. The Mojave II body is made from ABS plastic and features a late model design with square [...]
What is the second truck to be released on the Vaterra Ascender platform? It is a first generation 1972 Ford Bronco. Like the previous Blazer, the Bronco brings plenty of performance and scale realism to the plate. Some of its highlights include- * Stamped steel ladder frame * Fully licensed body * 45° of steering travel * Licensed Interco 1.9″ Super Swamper tires * 3 [...]
Some people race quads, others use them for photography, but if you are serious about 3D flying then Heli-Max has a new quad that should rock your world. The Voltage 500 was specifically designed for serious 3D aerobatics. How serious? The Voltage comes with reversible motors, powerful brushless motors, and big props to pull off the craziest stunts that you [...]
