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Recently the crew over at Jetko Power announced a pair of new Belted Pre-Mounted 1/8 GT Tires. New from Jetko are the Quicker Belted and Black Phoenix Belted tires. Designed from the ground up for extreme performance, a heavy duty belt is used to eliminate tire expansion at speed. A special high temperature foam insert is used and both sets [...]
Coming later this year from XRay is the 2023 GTX8 Nitro On-Road Kit. This top-of-the-line race machine uses high-end build materials to go along with years of testing and engineering. Here are the highlights- * New graphite front top deck * Rear uprights have new graphite roll center plates * Reduced caster angle on front c-hubs * Machined graphite Ackermann plates * Shorter front and [...]
That’s right folks, the crew at HPI Racing have announced 3 new Vorza Truggies to their growing line-up of RTRs. You can choose from an updated brushless Flux power Vorza, one with nitro power, or the new Vorza S that comes with numerous hop-ups. The classic Vorza is still one of our favorite bash rigs, but we can’t wait to [...]
What in the world, Cubby is out of retirement? That’s right folks, I’ve pulled my lazy rear end out of my Lazy-Boy to do a special review for you guys! What makes this review special enough to get me out of retirement? Well, that would be Method RC! Method RC is coming at the tire/wheel market in a big way [...]
Over at Nemo Racing they are now teasing a new AGAMA 1/8 N1 Nitro Competition Buggy Kit. The new Agama N1 sports a bunch of upgrades to help reduce lap times, while also increasing durability. The big news on the N1 are its laydown style shocks that help reduce the buggy’s center of gravity. Until we learn more, you can [...]
Shipping now from Carson RC is the 1/8th scaled King of Dirt 4S RTR buggy. The King of Dirt has huge tires, massive suspension, and a gnarly 4S brushless power system. Check out these highlights- * 2.4 GHz radio with fail-safe function * 3 gear type differentials * Water-resistant electronics * Extra slim 3mm aluminum chassis * 100 amp Hobbywing brushless 4S ESC * 9 kg [...]
Now being teased by SWORKz is the 1/8 Apollo II Pro RTR Buggy. With big brushless power and a finely tuned chassis, the Apollo II is ready to go big on your next bashing adventure. Here are some highlights- * 7075 aluminum chassis * Full set of CVA style driveshafts * 12kg metal gear steering servo * 7075 aluminum shock towers * Fully pre-assembled and [...]
New from Hobbytech RC is the 1/8th scaled NXTE RR21 GT Kit. The new NXTE RR21 GT was designed to feature an excellent price to quality ratio and is based off the older TT NXT RR21. Here are the highlights- * 7075 aluminum 4mm chassis * All aluminum parts made in France * Integrated rear mudguard * 2 piece motor mount * 16mm shocks with [...]
New over at Serpent is the high-end Viper 990 1/8 nitro on-road kit. The 990 represents the latest in 8th scale on-road racing technology and is designed to win at even the highest levels of competition. Check out these highlights- * Improved weight, weight distribution, and ease of maintenance * Milled, ultra-narrow chassis to improve flex * Engine has been lowered 1mm for [...]
You might want to grab the kleenex now because this is going to hurt. If you have ever been to Juice Box Park, you will know it was one of the greatest backyard off-road parks ever created. It hosted some incredible events, saw the most awesome rigs, and created some everlasting friendships of amazing people. We must remember, when one [...]
Over at Kyosho they have announced the 30th Anniversary Limited Edition MP10 Nitro Buggy Kit. The latest MP10 is a special commemorative model that comes loaded with option parts to celebrate the MP10’s 30th anniversary. Here are more highlights- * Laser-engraved commemorative logo with serial number on chassis * Special wheel nuts with 30th anniversary logo * Special decals * Parts and decals are [...]
We had a break in the weather and it was time to hit the skate parks with the Traxxas Sledge. We got some huge air, some crazy transitions and some bumps and bruises. We had a blast, and the Sledge did awesome at the parks! Enjoy the video, and please make sure to bash that like button and subscribe.More [...]
Here is some big news from Traxxas! Just announced by Traxxas is the 1/8th scaled Sledge Monster Truck. The Sledge represents the very latest in monster truck technology with big brushless power and massive suspension. Check out these highlights- * Width – 18.1″ * Wheelbase – 15.1″ * Engineered for 6S power * Strongest chassis in the class * New clipless body * High performance monster [...]
We will have a more in depth review once we get more time with the Traxxas Sledge. We wanted to get you our initial thoughts because we know many of you are going to be out there thinking about doing a pre-order at your local shop, so here are some things you need to know. If your a Traxxas [...]
Want a better look at the new Traxxas Sledge? This new 1/8th scale truck is a beast, and not only do we unbox it but we bash the heck out of it! Please make sure to subscribe to both channels while your watching, bash that like button and leave a comment for a chance to win a Big Squid RC [...]
