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Travis Dupree and JConcepts win at the Badlands R/C Supercross Fall Brawl

Dupree drove his JConcepts equipped Kyosho MP9 to victory at the 2012 Badlands R/C Supercross Fall Brawl event! Read the full JC race report.

Mike Garrison Dec. 11, 2012, 7:34 a.m. View Comments

XRAY releases new T4 option 1-piece aluminum rear suspension holder

XRAY is proud to announce the optional 1-piece aluminum rear suspension holder for the T4. This a direct replacement for the standard forward holders of the REAR suspension. This holder is recommended to use for more steering in high grip conditions

Mike Garrison Dec. 11, 2012, 4:54 a.m. View Comments

Team Durango dominates at the South African 1:10 Nationals

Since the release of Team Durango cars in 2009, Team Durango has been the winning car at every South African National event in 2WD and 4WD, making it the most consistent car!

Mike Garrison Dec. 11, 2012, 4:34 a.m. View Comments

ProTek R/C releases new plastic parts storage containers

ProTek R/C is on a roll the past few days releasing more and more pit accessories and organizational items. Yesterday they launched the all-new ProTek R/C aluminum radio case, and today they have released their new multi-size parts organizers!

Mike Garrison Dec. 11, 2012, 4:17 a.m. View Comments

An open letter about the worlds

After the most frustrating week in the 7 year existence of LiveRC, the event is finally over. There is no doubt though that I need to publicly address many of the issues that we encountered during the broadcast. I kindly ask that you take the time

Brandon Rohde Dec. 10, 2012, 11:39 a.m. View Comments

A Main Hobbies releases the all-new ProTek R/C aluminum radio case

A Main Hobbies announces the all-new ProTek RC Aluminum Radio Case featuring custom foam inserts for all of the hottest surface and air radios!

Mike Garrison Dec. 10, 2012, 7:09 a.m. View Comments

STRC officially launches the Slash 4x4 LCG chassis conversion kit

This LCG is like non-other on the market. Constructed of the highest quality graphite and aluminum, STRC held nothing back in designing this LCG kit with the aim to compete against the other 4x4 short course trucks currently on the market!

Mike Garrison Dec. 10, 2012, 6:20 a.m. View Comments

David Ronnefalk joins the LMR team for the 2013 season

Adding to the already super successful LMR team, LMR has signed the Euros runner up and Swedish National Champion David Ronnefalk.

Mike Garrison Dec. 10, 2012, 7:03 a.m. View Comments

All-new Factory Team parts released for the Associated B44.2

Team Associated has just released a fresh new lineup of Factory Team option parts for the B44.2 buggy. The new parts add less weight, more performance, more tuning options, and more bling!

Mike Garrison Dec. 10, 2012, 6:46 a.m. View Comments

PSM releases new carbon fiber SWorkz front and rear shock towers

PSM Option Parts has just released their all-new carbon fiber shock towers for the SWorkz buggy lineup. The new towers are CNC machined from durable, yet light weight, carbon fiber. The towers feature additional mounting holes for further tuning opti

Mike Garrison Dec. 10, 2012, 6:30 a.m. View Comments

Team Associated triple victory at the JConcepts Indoor National Finals

Steven Hartson and Paul Wynn take AE to victory in three of hottest classes at the JConcepts Indoor National Series Finals!

Mike Garrison Dec. 10, 2012, 6:37 a.m. View Comments

Team Durango announces the new 2013 "Team Durango Poland" race team

Team Durango are delighted to announce that Michal Orlowski, Bartek Zambrzycki and Pawel Staszewski will form Team Durango Poland for the 2013 season!

Mike Garrison Dec. 10, 2012, 6:56 a.m. View Comments

IFMAR WORLDS: ROBERT BATLLE WINS

Mugen Seiki’s Robert Batlle from Spain wins 2012 IFMAR 1/8 Fuel Buggy Worlds in Buenos Aires Argentina.

John Cary Dec. 8, 2012, 11:35 a.m. View Comments

All-in-one safe charging with the Venom "Stronghold" charger

Venom is proud to bring you another game changing solution to your charging needs with the new Stronghold 25 Amp DC Battery Charger; the world’s first charger that combines cutting-edge technology and improved charging safety in one package.

Mike Garrison Dec. 7, 2012, 6:46 a.m. View Comments

JConcepts releases new 1:10 buggy rear tire inserts

The 3206-3 insert comes on the heels of the success of the 3206-2 insert. The -3 insert as it is called, utilizes the same inner and outer cuts as the -2 but with a slightly rounder profile, the insert rounds the shape of the tire slightly which is a

Mike Garrison Dec. 7, 2012, 4:28 a.m. View Comments

Venom releases the all-new LiPo "Stronghold Solo" charge box

Venom is proud to bring you The Venom Stronghold Solo, the ultimate in safe battery charging. This heavy-duty stamped aluminum box minimizes potential damage and features a shatterproof polycarbonate window for visual monitoring of your battery packs

Mike Garrison Dec. 7, 2012, 6:24 a.m. View Comments

Tekin releases the new "ROC 412" brushless crawler motors

The long anticipated ROC 412 Brushless crawler motors from Tekin are now available! Designed specifically for rock crawlers and scale trail rigs, the ROC 412 boasts the proven 4-pole 12-slot sensored motor design from the popular T8 and Pro4 series m

Mike Garrison Dec. 7, 2012, 4:20 a.m. View Comments

Kody Numedahl cashes in at the Top Notch Series Rd.1

Kody took full advantage of his pole-position start by leading the main event wire-to-wire for the win. A nice trophy, a wad of cash, and the series points lead were well deserved rewards for Kody's convincing victory.

Mike Garrison Dec. 7, 2012, 6:36 a.m. View Comments

Team Associated releases the new Replay ReView Field Monitor

The Replay ReView Field Monitor is the perfect accessory for the Replay XD1080 camera. With a 4.3" LCD screen and 480 x 272 resolution, you won't have to wonder if your shot is lined up correctly. You can double-check your shot before recording and r

Mike Garrison Dec. 7, 2012, 6:31 a.m. View Comments

HPI Racing releases the new Flux Brushless Blitz SC

The HPI Blitz is now available with a super-fast Flux brushless system for extreme speed and power! The Blitz took the Short Course scene by storm by combining the best in durability, performance, looks, style and innovation all into one ready-to-run

Mike Garrison Dec. 7, 2012, 4:38 a.m. View Comments

IFMAR WORLDS: Flooding to end the Worlds?

As the sun has set in Buenos Aires, Argentina the rain has continued to fall from the sky in scary amounts, causing local flooding throughout the city. Our sources have informed us that the downtown area of Buenos Aires is in fact flooding. Highways,

Mike Garrison Dec. 6, 2012, 4:38 p.m. View Comments

IFMAR WORLDS: Tentative mains schedule

Thanks to our trusty sources on site at the mud-bogged Speed Paradise facility we have been able to put together the following schedule of events for Friday and Saturday. Keep in mind this is all TENTATIVE, and based upon the track being in some wha

Mike Garrison Dec. 6, 2012, 9:51 a.m. View Comments

Serpent releases new aluminum gear diff pulley gears

Serpent has just released their all-new front and rear aluminum gear diff pulley gears for the 733 and 747 onroad platforms. The new gears feature pressed on sides with holes, making these lighter than ever! The holes are also designed to allow dirt

Mike Garrison Dec. 6, 2012, 4:41 a.m. View Comments

CRCRC announces the 2013 Midwest Electric and Nitro Champs

As each new year gets set to kick off, it means one thing...the CRCRC Midwest Championships! CRCRC has announced the upcoming, and fast approaching, electric and nitro championships. Once again the nation's best drivers will make their way indoors ou

Mike Garrison Dec. 6, 2012, 4:17 a.m. View Comments

REDS Racing and Ignacio Candel win at the Levante Championship Rd.2

The second round of the Levante Championship was held this past weekend in Nucia, Spain. Ignacio Candel, the newest REDS team driver, qualified 5 for the A-final. A rough start dropped Candel to the back of the pack, but as time went on he was able t

Mike Garrison Dec. 6, 2012, 4:30 a.m. View Comments

IFMAR WORLDS: RAIN!!

The rain has finally checked its bags out of customs and has arrived here in Argentina. It started off with a light sprinkle very early this morning, which forced race organizers to push back today's final round of qualifying till approx. noon time.

John Cary Dec. 6, 2012, 1:26 a.m. View Comments

Product Test: FTW "Diamondback" shortcourse body

We get our hands on the all-new FTW Diamondback SC body, read the full LRC Product Test to see what we think!

Mike Garrison Dec. 6, 2012, 9:08 a.m. View Comments

New "Alter Ego" chassis kit for the CRC Xti 1:12 scale car

The new CRC Xti 1:12th car has been a huge success! We thank all of you for supporting the car. The popular Xti has won the IIC in Las Vegas, the Halloween Classic and the U.S. Indoor Championships in Ohio already this season. The stock Xti has prove

Mike Garrison Dec. 6, 2012, 5:07 a.m. View Comments

IFMAR WORLDS: Up Close and Personal with Kyosho's Elliott Boots

Rain + Worlds + Argentina = One anti climatic event that has yet to come to an end. The up side though, Kyosho’s Elliott Boots secures overall TQ after five rounds of qualifying and the first Great Britain driver to TQ an Offroad Worlds. While everyo

John Cary Dec. 6, 2012, 6:20 a.m. View Comments

Lucas Sanford wins at the Top Notch Series opener at SDRC

As the tone sounded for the main event it was a wheel-banging battle between Team Associated's Kody Numedahl and the Kyosho of Sanford. The crowd cheered as the two drivers were back and forth racing. The race was quickly coming to a close when Numed

Mike Garrison Dec. 6, 2012, 4:51 a.m. View Comments

IFMAR 1:8 Worlds AKA Fantasy League Update

AKA and LiveRC have teamed up at this year's World Championship and have put together the AKA Fantasy League! The AKA Fantasy League allows YOU the viewers to pick your favorite drivers and race your way to victory. Up for grabs is big money in AKA b

Mike Garrison Dec. 6, 2012, 7:33 a.m. View Comments

IFMAR WORLDS: Elliott Boots is crowned TQ after Rd.6 is cancelled due to rain

So far the 2012 IFMAR 1:8 Offroad World Championships has been dealt sunny weather and dry conditions (for the most part). As what started as a light rain moved into the area, it quickly became apparent it was there to stay. Heavy rain and thundersto

Mike Garrison Dec. 6, 2012, 5:15 a.m. View Comments

IFMAR WORLDS: Q3 TOP 10 Drivers

ROUND THREE TOP TEN ARE: TQ Elliot Boots/Kyosho, 2 Robert Batlle/Mugen, 3 Ty Tessman/Hot Bodies

John Cary Dec. 5, 2012, 4:45 a.m. View Comments

IFMAR WORLDS: When is the Rain Cometh?

December 5th, Day Two of qualifying here in Argentina and racers seem to have one very large topic of conversation… When is the rain coming? It was suppose to already be here yet blue sky’s prevail.

John Cary Dec. 5, 2012, 1:30 a.m. View Comments

MIP releases the all-new Kyosho "Super Diff"

MIP has just released their all-new "Super Diff" for the Kyosho RB5, RB6, RT5, and Ultima SC. The new diff is made up of hardened alloy steel for added strength and less wear. Precision molded MIP diff gear helps to ensure a smooth and perfect gear m

Mike Garrison Dec. 5, 2012, 4:07 a.m. View Comments

PSM releases new carbon fiber RC8.2 front and rear shock towers

PSM Option Parts has just released their all-new carbon fiber shock towers for the Team Associated RC8.2 buggy. The new towers are 4mm thick and feature multiple tuning options for both shock and camber link locations. The carbon fiber is significant

Mike Garrison Dec. 5, 2012, 6:08 a.m. View Comments

Daniel Ornelas Elizondo is the 2x Mexico National Champion

Having already clinched the buggy title during round 4 in Pachuca, Daniel Ornelas Elizondo entered the final round of the Mexican national 1:8 off-road championship set on a adding a truggy title to his resume. It would not be an easy task. Daniel re

Mike Garrison Dec. 5, 2012, 6:43 a.m. View Comments

IFMAR WORLDS: UP Close and Personal with Hot Bodies Atsushi Hara

In between rounds of qualifying we caught up with HPI/Hot Bodies driver Atsushi Hara and 2008 IFMAR 1/8 Fuel Buggy World Champion and his new Hot Bodies D812 buggy.

John Cary Dec. 5, 2012, 5:05 a.m. View Comments

Team Associated releases the APEX Touring V-Type RTR

The Qualifier Series is Team Associated's exciting new line of sport-level products that are designed to be FUN above all else, easy to use, durable, lower cost, and provide an easy way to get into the RC hobby. When great looks and high performance

Mike Garrison Dec. 5, 2012, 6:03 a.m. View Comments

The Pro-Line "Bulldog" family welcomes the Kyosho RB6

Pro-Line has made waves in the RC industry because of the superior handling and aggressive styling of the BullDog line of bodies. Some BullDog bodies have even been considered an unfair advantage due to the huge performance gains. Now Kyosho fans can

Mike Garrison Dec. 5, 2012, 4:49 a.m. View Comments

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