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Recently announced by Spektrum is the DX5 Pro. The Pro version of the DX5 is loaded with features, as well as a slew of ergonomic upgrades. The video below goes over some of the high points on the Pro like its different drive modes and highly adjustable ergonomic features. After watching the video you can hit This Link to get more [...]
Coming soon from Spektrum is the Micro Swift 3 FPV Camera with 2.1mm Lens. The next evolution of FPV camera is here with this Team Spektrum FPV edition camera. Here is the 411- * Full control from your flight controller * Versatile 1/3″ Sony Super HAD II CCD image sensor * Helpful, easy to customize OSD * Horizontal Resolution- 600TVL * Signal System- PAL [...]
Looking for a killer new transmitter that doesn’t crush your bank account? If so, Spektrum has just announced the DX5 Pro. The new DX5 Pro comes with more ergonomic options than previous units. These allow you to tailor the fit of the radio to your hands and driving style. Combine the improved ergonomics with a plethora of advanced features, plus [...]
Coming soon from Spektrum are a pair of new servos for your bashing enjoyment. Both servos are high-end brushless powered units designed for serious performance in 550 to 700 class helicopter applications (or in other uses). In fact, the new 6360 has a transit speed of just 0.04, check out more specifications below- Spektrum H6350 Speed: 0.062 sec/60° @ 8.4V Torque: 416.4 oz-in [...]
Just announced this morning by Losi is the 22S Short Course Truck. The 22S is an all new ready-to-run short course truck from Losi that is based on their championship winning 22 platform. The 22 platform has always been known for incredible handling, now we can’t wait to check it out in SCT RTR form. Here are the highlights- * Brings [...]
That’s right folks, after a spring filled with buzz, Horizon Hobby’s RC Fest is nearly here! This Friday is opening day for RC Fest 2018 and people are driving/flying in from all over the globe to attend. This year RC Fest returns to Eli Field in Monticello, Illinois and runs June 1-3. Big changes abound at this year’s RC Fest, with [...]
Recently announced by Spektrum is the updated DX6R. Around our offices we currently have four people using a DX6R as their primary transmitter, and for good reason – it has lightening speed, it sports incredibly versatile ergonomics, and it is Android based, allowing the use of thousands of apps. The latest version of the DX6R comes with Spektrum’s RaceWare 2.0 [...]
After a series of teasers, Losi has officially announced the TENACITY Desert Buggy. The newest TENACITY series vehicle is 1/10th scaled and comes in ready-to-run form. For power, the buggy sports a 550 sized Dynamite 3800kV brushless motor, and to help put all that glorious power to ground is Spektrum’s AVC electronic stability control system. Here are more details- * Scale [...]
Going on now is the 2018 Spektrum Trade-Up Program. This program allows you to save some cash on a new Spektrum transmitter when trading in an older unit. After a qualifying trade-in, you can save up to $40 on the purchase of your next radio. Want all the finer details? That’s easy, just hit This Link to make the jump over [...]
Recently announced by Spektrum is the DX8e air transmitter. The DX8e is the perfect radio for new flyers with an ever expanding fleet of aircraft. Featuring four model types, telemetry, and over a 250 model memory, the DX8e is extremely versatile and easy to use. Here are some of its highlights- * DSMX technology * Spektrum AirWare firmware * 8 channels of output * [...]
The war at the top of bash mountain is beyond fierce. You’ve got large scale short course trucks, you’ve got massively over-powered 1/8 monster trucks, you’ve got low slung truggies that seem to be glued to the ground in the corners, etc. One of the trucks at the top for Losi is the LST 3XL-E from Horizon Hobby. The LST [...]
Are you like Ricky Bobby and just wanna go fast? If so, the new Theory Type W Team Edition BNF Basic from Blade RC should be right down your alley. The Theory Type W is also known as “Black Lightning” for its speed and maneuverability, watch the Dub-Step-Cubby approved video below to see just how fast! * Designed for pro-level FPV [...]
Just announced by Losi is the Tenacity-T ready to run truggy. The Tenacity-T was designed from the ground up for rugged bashing performance. With 4wd and a powerful Dynamite brushless power system, the Tenacity-T is ready to go big. Better still, select Horizon Hobby dealers will be receiving a demonstration Tenacity-T. This will allow you guys a chance to actually test [...]
Recently uploaded by Horizon Hobby is a new FPV action video featuring legendary racer Juan Pablo Montoya and Losi’s Scott Cramer. The video shows off what it looks like to race an Associated RC10F6 using Spektrum FPV technology. Watch the video below to see Juan and Scott speed around Horizon Hobby on a custom built office track to determine the [...]
There are a couple of trends that we’ve been seeing in recent years. We’ve been seeing vehicles get bigger and more scale looking. The Losi Super Baja Rey is not only big, coming in at 1/6th scale, but it is also designed to look exactly like a full sized short course race truck. The big Losi also sports serious power [...]
