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TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Blake Pickett

Blake Pickett scored a career-best finish at this year's ROAR Nationals, where he made the Buggy final and claimed a spot on the 2018 Worlds team. Not bad for having raced for just six years! Learn more about this 19-year-old North Carolina native in

Aaron Waldron Sept. 1, 2017, 5:59 p.m. View Comments

Behind the Design of the Tekno RC EB410, Part 2

In the second installment of a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the upcoming Tekno RC EB410 buggy, the design of the drivetrain, steering assembly and shocks is thoroughly explained.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 1, 2017, 8:13 a.m. View Comments

Shum signed with PowerHD

Touring car ace Jackie Shum of Hong Kong has agreed to represent servo manufacturer PowerHD.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 1, 2017, 9:04 a.m. View Comments

Leadfinger Racing now available at Absolute Hobbyz

Absolute Hobbyz will now stock the full lineup of Leadfinger Racing bodies and accessories.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 1, 2017, 8:56 a.m. View Comments

Watch Ronnefalk hit the golf course [VIDEO]

Could David Ronnefalk make it as professional golfer? Check out this video of a leisurely round on the links.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 1, 2017, 10:01 a.m. View Comments

Utah's Addiction RC racetrack and hobby shop renamed Focus RC

Track owner Joel Eaton announced on the track's business page that Addiction RC has been renamed Focus RC - and is asking for input on what color logo you like best.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 1, 2017, 4:01 p.m. View Comments

New Serpent Cobra SRX8 EVO nitro 1/8-scale buggy kit

Serpent revamped its Cobra SRX8 nitro buggy to create the new EVO kit with updates to its chassis, suspension and drivetrain.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 1, 2017, 10:59 a.m. View Comments

New soft-weave carbon fiber chassis and optional top decks for Schumacher Mi6 platform

Schumacher introduced a more flexible chassis plate for the Mi6 and Mi6evo, as well as 2.5mm and 3.0mm top decks with an additional set of mounting holes that can be used to further tune the car's rigidity.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 1, 2017, 10:19 a.m. View Comments

New Schumacher Cactus 2.2-inch buggy tires

Schumacher has released the new Cactus tread pattern for 1/10-scale rear and 4WD front tires, which has been chosen as the official spec tire for the next Euro Off-Road Series.

Aaron Waldron Sept. 1, 2017, 8:31 a.m. View Comments

New Losi 1/10-scale TENACITY Monster Truck 4WD RTR with AVC

Losi continues to build upon the TEN series platform, and has released the new 1/10-scale TENACITY RTR monster truck with claimed capabilities of reaching 50+mph using 3S LiPo battery packs.

Mike Garrison Aug. 31, 2017, 10:15 a.m. View Comments

T.A.R.A. dirt oval series returns to Sandhill for round seven

Round seven of the Tornado Alley Racing Association dirt oval series returns to Sandhill RC Raceway in Great Bend Kansas on September 9, 2017.

Mike Garrison Aug. 31, 2017, 10:04 a.m. View Comments

New Fantom Racing FR-1 v3 brushless motors

Fantom Racing has announced their next generation FR-1 series brushless motors, which feature a new v3 stator design and rotor.

Mike Garrison Aug. 31, 2017, 9:48 a.m. View Comments

New AME BD8 aluminum top deck

AME have introduced a new aluminium top deck for the Yokomo BD8 touring car, designed to offer reduced torsional flex.

Mike Garrison Aug. 31, 2017, 10:43 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: McBride, Savoya and Peters won Dragon Stone Asian Buggy Championship [VIDEO]

This weekend marks the one-year anniversary of a 1/8-scale off-road race that Scotty Ernst organized at the Dragon Stone RC facility in Liaoyang, China - which attracted some of the world's fastest drivers to a one-of-a-kind event in the heart of the

Aaron Waldron Aug. 31, 2017, 5:17 p.m. View Comments

Wyrick took double stock class wins at Surf City

Wayne Wyrick won both 17.5 Stock Buggy and 13.5 4wd Buggy at this year's Surf City Classic.

Mike Garrison Aug. 31, 2017, 8:42 a.m. View Comments

New Schumacher Atom/CC low-profile front end

Schumacher has developed a new low-profile front end for the Atom and Atom CC GT12 racer, which is designed to provide a more linear and "easy to drive" feel to the car.

Mike Garrison Aug. 31, 2017, 9:13 a.m. View Comments

Bellgate Distributors appointed Branch as new team manager

Following the recent departure of Felix Harsh as team manager, Bellgate Distributors has announced Colin Branch as the new national team manager and company liaison.

Mike Garrison Aug. 31, 2017, 9:06 a.m. View Comments

Tekin torque control setting explained by Randy Pike [VIDEO]

In the newest Tekin Clinic, team manager Randy Pike explains the Tekin ESC torque control setting, what it does, and how you can use it.

Mike Garrison Aug. 31, 2017, 9:36 a.m. View Comments

New Atom SV-1 long stroke 3-port .21 nitro off-road engine

Atom RC Engines has released the new SV-1 engine. As described on Facebook, this is Atom's version of the O.S. XZ-B .21 engine and 2060 pipe set for nitro off-road racing.

Mike Garrison Aug. 31, 2017, 9:22 a.m. View Comments

Maifield surfed to victory lane at OCRC Surf City Classic

With the help of Team Orion, Ryan Maifield was able to take the win in both 1/8-scale E-Buggy and 1/10-scale Mod 4wd Buggy classes at the 10th Annual Surf City Classic - hosted by OCRC Raceway.

Mike Garrison Aug. 31, 2017, 8:52 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: SMC True Spec Premium 14.8v 6700 mAh LiPo Battery Pack

For this week's Thursday Testimonials guest contributor Tyler Hooks shared his thoughts on the SMC True Spec Premium 6700mAh 14.8v 4S LiPo for 1/8-scale electric racing.

Tyler Hooks Aug. 30, 2017, 5:23 p.m. View Comments

New Serpent SPT t-shirts and hat

Serpent released new t-shirts and a hat bearing the SPT logo.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 30, 2017, 4:02 p.m. View Comments

New Helix Designs anti-body tuck system, Awesomatix multi-tool, WTF connector clip and 30mm fan guard

Helix Designs released four new items including a universal anti-body tuck system for touring cars, a multi-tool to rebuild Awesomatix dampers, a connector clip for WTF fans and a guard for 30mm fans.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 30, 2017, 3:37 p.m. View Comments

Vintage Offroad Nationals scheduled for September 15-17 at RC Excitement

RC Excitement in Fitchburg, MA will host the Team Associated-sponsored Vintage Off-Road Nationals over the third weekend of September. Here's all of the class information and details you need to know.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 30, 2017, 3:05 p.m. View Comments

2018 Reedy International Off-Road Race of Champions event and entry dates

The 2018 Reedy International Off-Road Race of Champions will be held January 18-21 at OCRC Raceway for a record fifth year in a row - and sign-ups will open September 1.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 30, 2017, 2:48 p.m. View Comments

Italian Job victory moved Ronnefalk to number two spot in Top 25 RC Rankings

Reigning world champion David Ronnefalk jumped up five places to #2 in the latest Top 25 RC rankings after winning the Italian Job Race, while half the charted drivers changed positions.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 30, 2017, 2:28 p.m. View Comments

Updated Ultimate Racing flywheel puller

Modelix Racing released a revamped version of its Ultimate Racing tool to remove stubborn flywheels from .12-.21 engines.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 30, 2017, 1:47 p.m. View Comments

New Pro-Line Prism, Pyramid, and Inversion 1/10-scale buggy tires

Pro-Line Racing has introduced their new Prism and Pyramid carpet/Astro off-road tires, and the new Inversion nearly-slick indoor dirt tire.

Mike Garrison Aug. 30, 2017, 9:01 a.m. View Comments

New Team Magic E4RS4 2018 version 1/10-scale touring car kit

Team Magic has released the 2018 version E4RS4 1/10-scale touring car kit which features a list of new parts and updates including; new "Symetric Flex" chassis, one-piece motor mount, blade-less front spool, floating servo mount, LCG shock towers, an

Mike Garrison Aug. 30, 2017, 9:39 a.m. View Comments

Khuong, Santa Innes and Widado punched tickets to Japan at TCS North American finals

The North American title race for the Tamiya Championship Series was held at the Tamiya America Raceway this past weekend. Duy Khuong, Mark Santa Ines and Chris Widado earned trips to Japan for the international finals, while Bruce Hickman, Jacob Cru

Aaron Waldron Aug. 30, 2017, 1:03 p.m. View Comments

New RDRP B64 aluminium differential cases

Revolution Design Racing Products has released new aluminum front, center, and rear differential cases for the Team Associated B64 series buggies. The new cases are designed to improve heat transfer and improve drivetrain consistency throughout entir

Mike Garrison Aug. 30, 2017, 9:29 a.m. View Comments

New updated Ultimate Racing power tool hex tip bits

Ultimate Racing has updated their hex tip bits for use with electric screw drivers. The new bits are sold individually, or as a money-saving set.

Mike Garrison Aug. 30, 2017, 9:15 a.m. View Comments

New JConcepts B6/B6D carbon fiber rear tower for long shock configuration

JConcepts has released a new carbon fiber rear shock tower for the Team Associated B6 and B6D buggies for use with a long rear shock configuration.

Mike Garrison Aug. 30, 2017, 8:50 a.m. View Comments

Team Yokomo's statement on Smolnik situation

A couple of weeks ago, Team Yokomo reached a preliminary agreement with Andrew Smolnik to promote the brand in the U.S. - but due to existing conflicts, the relationship has been dissolved.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 30, 2017, 9:17 a.m. View Comments

Raising the TLR 22-4 2.0 spindle height mod explained by JR Mitch

In the latest TLR Blog entry, JR Mitch shared a modification that can be done to the 22-4 2.0 4wd buggy to raise the spindle height for better steering on high bite/turf/carpet tracks.

Mike Garrison Aug. 30, 2017, 9:52 a.m. View Comments

New D.R.M. Maverick dirt oval conversion kit for the 22SCT 2.0

Dana Rhyne Motorsports (D.R.M.) has released the "Maverick" SC Mod dirt oval conversion kit for the TLR 22SCT 2.0 short course truck.

Mike Garrison Aug. 30, 2017, 10:26 a.m. View Comments

VRP Hurricane Harvey fundraising sale

In order to raise money for relief efforts in following this week's tropical storm, Vision Racing Products is offering 25% off all orders - and will be donating 25% of the order to the Red Cross.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 30, 2017, 12:46 p.m. View Comments

WHERE'S WALDO: Did we forget something?

If you travel to enough races, chances are you'll eventually neglect to pack something important. Sometimes you can borrow a spare from a fellow racer — and sometimes it adds hours onto your trip.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 29, 2017, 4:10 p.m. View Comments

Widmaier, Kilic and Warda crowned German nitro buggy champions after finale at BIG Hamburg [VIDEO] [UPDATED]

Fifteen-year-old SWORKz star Micha Widmaier locked up the German nitro buggy championship after the finale at BIG Hamburg last weekend, while 13-year-old NEMO Racing/Agama driver Burak Kilic clinched the Junior title and Christian Warda secured the 4

Aaron Waldron Aug. 29, 2017, 12:39 p.m. View Comments

New Serpent performance parts for the Cobra GT series

Serpent has introduced a list of new performance parts for the Cobra GT series vehicles including; shock towers, standoffs, extension brackets, and hardware.

Mike Garrison Aug. 29, 2017, 10:43 a.m. View Comments

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