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Fransson won Swedish Nitro On-road Nationals at Orebro

Serpent's Mikael Fransson walked away from last weekend's Swedish Nitro On-road Nationals the winner of the 1/8-scale class at Orebro.

Mike Garrison July 13, 2017, 8:57 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Raceform tire mounting jig

Several companies have tried to create a tire-mounting jig that makes mounting RC tires easier, but none have truly succeeded. Is this the one? Joe tried out the new Buggy and Truggy tire jigs from Raceform RC in search of the holy gluing grail.

Aaron Waldron July 13, 2017, 8:44 a.m. View Comments

Plans for Eagle Hills R/C Raceway moving forward and featured in Eagle Magazine

The nonprofit Treasure Valley R/C Racers Club and the city of Eagle, Idaho are moving forward with plans for a two-acre off-road R/C track, which could potentially be completed this fall. Eagle Magazine shares the story of the racing club and the pla

Mike Garrison July 13, 2017, 8:19 a.m. View Comments

R/C Excitement prepared to host 8th Annual East Coast Champs

The 8th Annual East Coast Champs race is set for this weekend at R/C Excitement in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. The event will be a two-day format with stock classes on Saturday and mod classes on Sunday - both ran on the RCE outdoor track.

Mike Garrison July 13, 2017, 8:05 a.m. View Comments

New ECX 4wd Barrage Doomsday 1/12-scale RTR monster truck [VIDEO]

Taking its cue from the ECX Barrage, the ECX 4WD Barrage Doomsday features 4WD drive train, 4-link suspension, high torque 390-size motor, waterproof electronics, scale monster truck wheels and tires, and a post apocalypse style body with LEDs.

Mike Garrison July 13, 2017, 8:45 a.m. View Comments

New RC Maker Tire Line Remover V2 tool [VIDEO]

Ryan Maker of RC Maker has introduced the newest V2 version of his Tire Line Remover tool; designed to be an alternative to sanding off the center mold line of rubber touring car tires with updates including a sharper edge, increased durability, and

Mike Garrison July 13, 2017, 9:44 a.m. View Comments

New Phat Bodies Mini Miglia body for Tamiya M-series

Phat Bodies has introduced their new Mini Miglia body for the 210mm wheelbase Tamiya M-series vehicles.

Mike Garrison July 13, 2017, 9:56 a.m. View Comments

2018 Snowbirds set for January 30 through February 4 [VIDEO]

The Radisson Park Inn in Kissimmee, Florida will host the 24th annual Snowbird Nationals starting January 30, 2018 - check out this preview video!

Aaron Waldron July 13, 2017, 10:21 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Tessmann took D216 to the top at the 2016 Hot Rod Hobbies Off-Road Shootout

One year after the HB Racing D216 2WD buggy made its debut at Hot Rod Hobbies, Ty Tessmann drove it to the win at last year's Off-Road Shootout - while Ryan Maifield dominated the 4WD class, and Jared Tebo and Ryan Cavalieri split the Stadium Truck a

Aaron Waldron July 13, 2017, 2:10 p.m. View Comments

New Racer 190mm touring car body from Mon-tech Racing

Mon-Tech Racing released a new 190mm touring car body called Racer, designed to provide a balance between entry and mid-corner steering as well as stability.

Aaron Waldron July 12, 2017, 1:59 p.m. View Comments

$4000 payout announced for The Classic at the Creek dirt oval race

Spring Creek RC Speedway in Enid, Oklahoma is pleased to proud to announce "The Classic at the Creek" dirt oval race, which includes a nearly $4000 payout to racers through the C-Main in both SC Mod and Sprint Car classes.

Mike Garrison July 12, 2017, 8:42 a.m. View Comments

New Kyosho Syncro EX-6R Mini-Z transmitter

Kyosho’s Syncro EX-6 transmitter has evolved with their fastest multi-functional transmitter in MINI-Z history into the new EX-6 “R” version.

Mike Garrison July 12, 2017, 8:56 a.m. View Comments

New Yeah Racing 1/28-scale setup tool set

Yeah Racing has released a new setup tool set for 1/28-scale racing, which includes tools to setup droop, ride height, and camber.

Mike Garrison July 12, 2017, 9:19 a.m. View Comments

New Hiro Seiko high-viscosity differential oils

Hiro Seiko has released their new high-viscosity differential oils, which ranges from 100,000cps to 1,000,000cps.

Mike Garrison July 12, 2017, 9:46 a.m. View Comments

New Capricorn C-03 engine cooling fan with mount

Capricorn has introduced a new cooling fan kit for the C-03. Mounted on an CNC machined aluminum mount that connects to the radio tray, the fan serves the purpose of cooling the engine's head as a fan would for a motor in an electric touring car.

Mike Garrison July 12, 2017, 10:01 a.m. View Comments

Cavalieri and Tessmann mod buggy winners at the JConcepts Summer Indoor Nationals

The 2017 JConcepts Summer Indoor Nationals was held at Hobby Action R/C Raceway in Chandler, Arizona. The event saw 280+ entries, including multiple national and world championship winning drivers such as Ryan Cavalieri, Ty Tessmann, Dustin Evans, Da

Mike Garrison July 12, 2017, 10:13 a.m. View Comments

New JTP RC red, silver, and blue RACE Series aluminum washers

Jared Tebo has introduced the new RACE Series aluminum washers to the JTP RC product line; available in red, silver, or blue.

Mike Garrison July 12, 2017, 10:53 a.m. View Comments

Defying Gravity - Traxxas X-Maxx [VIDEO]

Traxxas has released their latest video production featuring the X-Maxx monster truck performing a gravity-defying aerial display.

Mike Garrison July 12, 2017, 1:53 p.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing one-piece aluminum rear wing mount for B64

This one-piece aluminum Exotek Racing rear wing mount for the B64 is anodized blue for extra style, and built tough to resist damage in a crash.

Aaron Waldron July 12, 2017, 2:06 p.m. View Comments

New Ultimate Racing 4S LiPo batteries

Ultimate Racing released four new 4S LiPo packs built for the demands of competition, including a shorty-length 5200mAh battery.

Aaron Waldron July 12, 2017, 2:23 p.m. View Comments

Victories by Savoya, Ogden and Mazzara highlighted Big Apple Novarossi Challenge [VIDEO]

Renaud Savoya dominated the Nitro Buggy class, Cole Ogden sped off to win both legs of the E-Buggy final, and Anthony Mazzara won the Nitro and Electric Truggy classes at the largest Big Apple Novarossi Challenge that Barnstormers RC Raceway has host

Aaron Waldron July 12, 2017, 3:59 p.m. View Comments

Serpent considering legal action against Neumann

Following yesterday's statement from European Champion Jorn Neumann in which he announced his separation, Serpent stated that they're not happy about the premature end to the three-year deal and that they're seeking counsel.

Aaron Waldron July 12, 2017, 8:26 a.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax RC anti-slip tool jackets

Arrowmax RC has introduced new anti-slip tool jackets, which are sleeves available in three different sizes to fit over the handles of the Arrowmax hand tools. Designed to provide extra grip and less slip.

Mike Garrison July 12, 2017, 8:31 a.m. View Comments

Quietdell Raceway announced The Quiet Off-Road Series 2017

Quietdell Raceway in Fairmont, West Virginia has announced the three race Quiet Off-Road Series spanning from June through August.

Mike Garrison July 11, 2017, 8:25 a.m. View Comments

Watch Drake describe the Flash Point 4-in-1 wrench [VIDEO]

In his latest video, Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing talked about the handy 4-in-1 wrench from Flash Point RC.

Aaron Waldron July 11, 2017, 8:56 a.m. View Comments

New PR Racing S1v3 (FM) Sport 1/10-scale 2wd buggy

PR Racing has introduced their budget friendly ($180) sport version of the competition S1v3 2wd buggy kit.

Mike Garrison July 11, 2017, 8:51 a.m. View Comments

Optional hard rear axle for Capricorn P1-235

Capricorn's new "hard" rear axle for the P1-235 pan car is made of a harder alloy and treated with a superficial hardening process to reduce flex.

Aaron Waldron July 11, 2017, 8:48 a.m. View Comments

New JConcepts TRX-4 Torch 1.9" aluminum bead lock wheels and brass weights

JConcepts has rolled out their new 1/9" aluminum bead lock wheel set and optional 70 gram brass wheel weights for the Traxxas TRX-4.

Mike Garrison July 11, 2017, 8:39 a.m. View Comments

New Capricorn C12-P 1/12-scale pan car coming soon

Capricorn has shared a teaser of the soon to be released C12-P 1/12-scale pan car. In addition the brand shares a brief list of features and details, with full details and more info to follow.

Mike Garrison July 11, 2017, 8:34 a.m. View Comments

Murray, Pinkney, Fletcher and Liasi won KO Grand Prix

The annual KO Grand Prix was held in conjunction with the third round of the Schumacher British Touring Car Championship series at the West London Racing Centre last weekend, where Andy Murray, Paul Pinkney, Billy Fletcher and Soteris Liasi scored th

Aaron Waldron July 11, 2017, 9:58 a.m. View Comments

WHERE'S WALDO: The spotlight of sponsorship

The voice-amplifying power of social media has given rise to an increased number of RC racers selected to represent a rising number of brands - but it may also be the best tool the RC community has to hold those racers accountable for their actions.

Aaron Waldron July 11, 2017, 4:17 p.m. View Comments

New 3DRC Serpent Project 4X air remover shock stand

3DRC has released their new air remover shock stand, designed specifically for the Serpent Project 4X shocks and for use with the short Ride Shock Air Remover.

Mike Garrison July 11, 2017, 9:15 a.m. View Comments

New MOTIV ultra thick material soft brick charging pouch

MOTIV has released their new soft brick charging pouch made from ultra thick material.

Mike Garrison July 11, 2017, 9:32 a.m. View Comments

Kanai's special edition wheel nuts for Kyosho Master Japan participants

Kyosho designer and former IFMAR World Champion, Yuichi Kanai, has shared a look at a limited special edition run of wheel nuts in which he made for the participants of the 2017 Kyosho Masters Japan.

Mike Garrison July 11, 2017, 8:05 a.m. View Comments

New MOTIV RC Power Brick charger stand for the i-Charger 308 and 406

MOTIV RC has released a 3D printed stand which is designed specifically for the i-Charger 308 and 406 chargers.

Mike Garrison July 11, 2017, 9:39 a.m. View Comments

Neumann split from Serpent

German racer and former European champion Jorn Neumann announced that his time with Serpent has come to an end.

Aaron Waldron July 11, 2017, 8:08 a.m. View Comments

Jones joined Fantom Racing

Fantom Racing signed former ROAR Junior National Champion and off-road up-and-comer Tyler Jones.

Aaron Waldron July 11, 2017, 2:17 p.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax aluminum pinion caddy and pinion combo

Arrowmax has introduced their new Ultra Pinion Caddy combo, featuring the signature Arrowmax honeycomb design caddy and 15T-31T aluminum pinion gears.

Mike Garrison July 10, 2017, 8:33 a.m. View Comments

New Trinity DR Flight Series 1S drone LiPo pack

Trinity's new 250mAh 1S LiPo pack is built to fit popular micro drones and airplanes.

Aaron Waldron July 10, 2017, 10:33 a.m. View Comments

New RDRP Ultra Gripper shock shaft pliers

The new RDRP Ultra Gripper is designed for the use with 1/10-scale and 1/8-scale shock shafts, but also can be used to hold a variety of 3.0mm to 4.0mm plain surface shafts that need to be clamped for installation.

Mike Garrison July 10, 2017, 9:14 a.m. View Comments

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