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POLL: How do you feel about endurance racing?

A few tracks recently announced marathon relay off-road endurance races with multi-driver teams racing a single car for 6 hours or more. Does that sound like fun to you?

Aaron Waldron Aug. 21, 2017, 7:41 a.m. View Comments

New Sweep Racing STC-8 190mm touring car body

Sweep Racing has announced their new STC-8 touring car body, designed for high traction conditions.

Mike Garrison Aug. 21, 2017, 9:48 a.m. View Comments

Tom Yardy featured on episode sixteen of the BBT Podcast

Episode sixteen of the BBT Podcast featured Schumacher racing driver Tom Yardy to discuss setups, tracks, nationals, teams, and more.

Mike Garrison Aug. 21, 2017, 9:09 a.m. View Comments

Pro drivers confirmed for TLR Cup stop at MHOR

Next month, MHOR RC Raceway will host the third event in the four-race TLR Cup series - with factory stars like Dakotah Phend and JR Mitch scheduled to attend.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 21, 2017, 8:39 a.m. View Comments

New FX Engines EFRA 2131 chrome tuned pipe and manifold

FX Racing Engines has released a new EFRA 2131 tuned pipe and manifold, produced by machining instead of extrusion like other FX pipes.

Mike Garrison Aug. 21, 2017, 8:46 a.m. View Comments

New HUDY medium and large printed pit mats

HUDY has released new black roll-up pit mats featuring HUDY printed on graphics, available in medium and large sizes.

Mike Garrison Aug. 21, 2017, 8:33 a.m. View Comments

New West Coast RC Works P12 carbon fiber servo mounting plates for Black Carpet

West Coast RC Works announced a new lineup of accessories for the Black Carpet pan car, the first of which is a carbon fiber mounting plate available to directly fit popular servos.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 21, 2017, 8:16 a.m. View Comments

Painted short course body auction to cap off successful Pit Stop Hobbies Summer Extravaganza charity race

The annual Pit Stop Hobbies Summer Extravaganza Race and Charity Paint Off Competition raised over $1250 to benefit the Childrens Miracle Network, and since Butch Mann donated the Christopher Bodiesbybean Green-painted short course shell he won, you

Aaron Waldron Aug. 21, 2017, 2:23 p.m. View Comments

New 175RC Coolant Green aluminum lock nuts and ball stud washers

175RC added new Coolant Green-anodized aluminum M4 lock nuts and ball stud washers to its assortment of hardware.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 21, 2017, 12:26 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Evan Vail

This 20-year-old from South Carolina has been finding his way onto the podium at more big events across the country - and even qualified for the 2018 IFMAR Worlds. After two more top-five finishes at the Wicked Weekend, Evan Vail chatted about his li

Aaron Waldron Aug. 21, 2017, 4:53 p.m. View Comments

New XRAY small size team sweatshirt

XRAY has added a new small size to the existing line medium-XXL team sweatshirts.

Mike Garrison Aug. 21, 2017, 8:58 a.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax RC 4400mAh 2S LCG shorty LiPo pack

Arrowmax has continued to expand their range of LiPo batteries with their new 4400mAh 2S LCG shorty LiPo pack, designed specifically for 1/10-scale buggy and Formula class racing.

Mike Garrison Aug. 21, 2017, 8:07 a.m. View Comments

SCV RC grand re-opening race to break-in new carpet surface

After transitioning from clay to carpet, popular SoCal indoor facility SCV RC is throwing a grand re-opening race.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 18, 2017, 1:30 p.m. View Comments

RIP Kevin Koch, 1962-2017

Kevin Koch, president of the National Retail Hobby Store Association and owner of Uncle Don's Hobbies in Palm Desert, California, has died. He was 55 years old.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 18, 2017, 4:25 p.m. View Comments

New 175RC TruSpin bearing kit and aluminum wing screws for RC10F6

The latest batch of goodies from 175RC are fit for the RC10F6 formula pan car kit, including a new TruSpin bearing kit and lightweight aluminum wing screws anodized blue.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 18, 2017, 1:50 p.m. View Comments

NEMO Racing report from BRCA nitro buggy fourth round

Clutch problems dogged Darren Bloomfield in Pembrey while Joni Skidmore, Tony Truman and Ollie Currie soldiered on through the A-Main.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 18, 2017, 1:17 p.m. View Comments

New XRAY X10 '18 200mm pan car kit

The first 2018-spec vehicle from XRAY is a heavily-revamped version of the X10 200mm pan car kit for the World GT category.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 18, 2017, 12:59 p.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: Where to begin in off-road R/C racing

Outside of R/C cars, Mike is still very involved in the sport of motocross where his roots in racing began. Often times at the motocross track, Mike is asked what the best way is to start R/C racing. In this edition of "A Moment with Mike", he an

Mike Garrison Aug. 18, 2017, 10:11 a.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax RC low-profile 24K 4mm and 5mm connectors

Arrowmax RC has released their version of low-profile and low-resistance 4mm and 5mm 24K gold plated battery plugs.

Mike Garrison Aug. 18, 2017, 8:14 a.m. View Comments

New VRP battery and body protector kit for B64

Vision Racing Products is now packing a 10-piece pack of self-adhesive felt pieces to protect the inside of the body, as well as the case of the battery installed in a B64.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 18, 2017, 10:05 a.m. View Comments

HOECO to distribute Sanwa in Germany, Austria and Switzerland

Following reports that Sanwa's deal with LRP had come to an end, HOECO has confirmed it will distribute the brand's equipment to Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 18, 2017, 9:52 a.m. View Comments

New Yeah Racing Mobster 540 brushless motor lineup [VIDEO]

Yeah Racing released a new range of 540-size brushless motors called Mobster, which aren't race legal but built to provide additional performance and efficiency.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 18, 2017, 9:22 a.m. View Comments

New Roche Products world championship commemorative hats

Roche Products released two new hat designs to celebrate the brand's world championship win last year.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 18, 2017, 9:06 a.m. View Comments

2017 AOC Australia race recap

Round 3 of the Asian On-road Championship was held in Canberra, Australia. The event gathered a mixture of local and international talent, all of which made for a successful weekend of racing.

Mike Garrison Aug. 18, 2017, 7:59 a.m. View Comments

New Tekno RC EB410 arriving soon

Tekno RC has announced that the EB410 1/10-scale 4wd buggy will be arriving soon, and will be fully unveiled in a three-part article series which will delve into its design features and philosophy.

Mike Garrison Aug. 18, 2017, 7:48 a.m. View Comments

Hohwart won California Touring Series title

Team Associated's Rick Hohwart clinched the CTS championship with a second-place finish at the final round held at Speedworld Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 17, 2017, 2:59 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Hobbico officially pulled the plug on Team Durango

After the Team Durango brand suffered a decline in business over the last couple of years, Hobbico has decided to terminate the product line and will deplete existing stock. The ARRMA brand, however, remains healthy and will continue.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 17, 2017, 2:50 p.m. View Comments

Kurzbuch and Coelho to continue ENS title fight in Aigen

Defending Euro Nitro Series champion Simon Kurzbuch will continue his pursuit of points leader Bruno Coelho on an all-new surface at MAV Aigen in Austria.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 17, 2017, 3:20 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Truhe, Cavalieri, Tebo and Maifield won 2010 ROAR Nationals

Seven years ago today, the 2010 ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals kicked off on the outdoor track at Leisure Hours Raceway - where Mike Truhe, Ryan Cavalieri, Jared Tebo and Ryan Maifield each scored a Modified-class national title, and the 4WD short

Aaron Waldron Aug. 17, 2017, 1:04 p.m. View Comments

New TQ RC Racing 2S charge cable with XH balance plug

TQ RC Racing has released their new 2-cell LiPo battery charge cable with XH balance plug and 4mm/5mm stepped bullet connectors.

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 9:21 a.m. View Comments

New RPM Zoomies black and chrome mock exhaust headers

RPM has released their new "Zoomies" universal mock exhaust headers - available in black or chrome finish.

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 9:38 a.m. View Comments

New Yeah Racing steel HD universal drive shafts for 4x4 Slash and Stampede

Yeah Racing has released new "tool grade steel" driveshafts to fit the Traxxas Slash 4x4 and Stampede 4x4 vehicles - available in red or blue finish.

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 9:30 a.m. View Comments

Backyard Raceway to host 2017 PAYDIRT dirt oval race with over $1000 payout

Backyard Raceway in Argos, Indiana has announced the 2017 PAYDIRT dirt oval event with well over $1000 up for grabs in the Outlaw Sprint and SC Mod classes.

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 8:37 a.m. View Comments

New DE Racing Speedway wheel dirt oval racing mud plugs

DE Racing has released their new mud plugs, designed to fit the DE Speedway wheels and eliminate the buildup of mud on the outside wheel when dirt oval racing.

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 9:47 a.m. View Comments

Daniel, Buckhorn, and Tourle won at HNMC Summer Series finale

The final round of the HNMC Summer Series was held in the UK with over 50 drivers gathered to compete.

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 9:01 a.m. View Comments

XRAY announced the X10 2018 official release scheduled for tomorrow

XRAY has announced that the 2018 edition of the X10 pan car will be officially released tomorrow (Friday, August 18).

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 9:12 a.m. View Comments

The Byron Fuels Heartland Challenge returns to the HobbyPlex

The HobbyTown HobbyPlex in Omaha, Nebraska has announced that the 2017 Byron Fuels Heartland Challenge is returning for this year's event on October 13-15, 2017.

Mike Garrison Aug. 17, 2017, 10:26 a.m. View Comments

JConcepts named official spec tire of inaugural International Off-Road Carpet Championship

Every buggy and truck that hits the track at the first International Off-Road Carpet Championships in Las Vegas this October will be equipped with JConcepts Swaggers and Pin Downs.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 16, 2017, 1:52 p.m. View Comments

King won second round of DTR series

Despite qualifying fourth, Team Orion-powered and Pro-Line Racing-equipped HB Racing driver Cody King won the main event at Dialed In Raceway at round two of the DTR series.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 16, 2017, 9:33 a.m. View Comments

Ellis, Clarke and Debique won third annual Caribbean Invitaitonal

Jamrock RC Car Club hosted its third annual Caribbean Invitational this past weekend, drawing racers from Grand Cayman, Trinidad and Tobago, USA and Jamaica. Lascelles Ellis, Mike Clarke and Andy Debique won the nitro touring, electric touring and GT

Aaron Waldron Aug. 16, 2017, 12:30 p.m. View Comments

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