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Our mouths have been watering since we first saw the HPI Racing Savage XL Octane early in 2012 at the German Toy Fair. We’ve been teased on release dates ever since then, but this time it looks like it will indeed be available for public consumption. Tower Hobbies has listed the Octane on their website for pre-order, and Great Planes [...]
Traxxas has updated their XO-1 speed run car for 2014. What might some of the updates be? * BNG (bold new graphics) * It no longer comes with batteries to save you some cash The rest of the car looks to be identical to the previous version with Castle ESC and brushless motor, TQi controller, etc. The part number for the 2014 XO-1 is [...]
The good folks over at Hobbico are running a couple of specials from now until February 28 on select Duratrax brushless systems and ARRMA BLX RTRs. When you buy the Duratrax Onyx brushless systems listed below you will get a merchandise certificate that can be used on other Hobbico products. The Duratrax Onyx brushless systems are waterproof and come ready for [...]
THE Vaterra Halix 4wd Monster Truck ReviewVaterra has made quite a name for itself in a short amount of time. The relatively new name from Horizon has been putting out solid performing vehicles that offer stellar scale appearance. Today we’ll be giving you the scoop on the Vaterra Halix (officially Hälix for those looking for the official name). The Halix [...]
Are the rumors true that Carisma is headed back to the States? We have no idea, but we do know that the last two Carisma vehicles we reviewed held up like tanks. Carisma has just released a video for their 10th scale M40DT brushless ready to run truck. Check it out below to see the 4wd M40DT jumping, shooting roost, and [...]
The Vaterra Halix 4wd Monster Truck is one of the most eagerly anticipated bash truck releases in quite some time. Why? Because 4wd tenth scale monster trucks typically make great all around bash machines. We are still in the middle of our review process on the Vaterra Halix, but while you wait for our full review you can check out the [...]
THE Revell Dromida BX4.18 Buggy ReviewWe’ve tested the other two models in the new Revell Dromida line-up, today we’ll be taking a close look at the buggy version, the BX4.18. The BX4.18 comes on the same Dromida platform as the other models- 4wd, 18th scale, and ready-to-run, but includes different wheels, tires, body and rear wing. Is the BX4.18 worthy [...]
We often throw around the saying “Go fast, turn left!” as a type of good-bye around the BigSquidRC offices, but there aren’t that many oval cars introduced to the rc market each year. For all you oval fans out there, say hello to the Ofna Hyper Sprint. The Hyper Sprint is an 8th scale nitro powered dirt oval car that [...]
Helion RC is best known for their rc trucks, but we recently received their new boat, the Lagos Sport for review. The Lagos Sport is about 14″ long, is completely ready-to-run, and has an affordable street price of $59. Our full review is still a couple of weeks away, until then check out the unboxing pictures to see exactly what [...]
THE Revell Dromida MT4.18 Monster Truck ReviewDromida is the new line-up of affordable 18th scale bash machines from Revell. We reviewed the Dromida SC4.18 last week, this week its time for the MT4.18 mini monster truck. The MT4.18 uses the same base platform as the other Dromidas, how does it differ? Is it better for bashing? Is it worth your [...]
Looking for something unique for that rc garage of yours? Here ya go, take a look at the new YRS Roadster from Yokomo. The YRS Roadster is a 12th scale 2wd RTR designed with big fun in mind. A 540 brushed motor is used to direct drive the rear wheels and it comes with a 2.4GHz radio system, Lipo battery, [...]
Getting burnt out on the electric scene and looking for a fun nitro buggy to bash with? If so, check out the new Hyper Cage Buggy from Ofna. The Hyper Cage buggy uses a big .28 nitro engine for power and keeps it real with a simple cage look. Some of its features and specifications include- * C-hub suspension * 17mm big [...]
The Ford Mustang GT-R Spint 2 Flux from HPI Racing has hot scale looks and brushless power to go fast. On the outside it sports a fully licensed body that looks very much like its full scale counterpart, while under the hood a 5900kv brushless motor makes sure it has enough power to make it a thrill to drive. Some [...]
THE ECX Ruckus 1/18 4WD RTR Monster Truck ReviewWe were big fans of the 10th scale ECX Ruckus. It was tough, it drove well, and we had a blast thrashing it like we stole it. Today we are putting its little brother, the 1/18th ECX Ruckus Monster Truck, through its paces. Hit the “Read More” button to find out if [...]
Want to get a new Traxxas Stampede 4X4 but don’t want to put too much of a dent in your wallet? Already have a brushless system and don’t want to pay extra for a RTR that comes with one installed? If so, Traxxas has announced a Brushed XL-5 version of the Stampede 4×4. The brushed version comes with a Titan [...]
