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Watch Drake describe the new Pro-Line Racing Trifecta Lite wing [VIDEO]

Follow along as Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing talks about the new Pro-Line Racing Trifecta Lite wing - its features, his tips for preparing it, and how it's different than the original.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2016, 9:39 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: New SDRC Raceway owner Travis Brock

After ten years working in and out of the RC industry, Travis Brock took a big leap a month when he took over SDRC Raceway. Learn more about his new business venture, and his RC racing career, in this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2016, 1:58 p.m. View Comments

Retter runner-up at Zone 7 in Intech Racing debut

In his first race with the Intech Racing BR-6 and BR-6E, Marco Retter finished second in both nitro and electric buggy classes at Zone 7 in South Africa.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2016, 9:29 a.m. View Comments

New Arrowmax V2 tool bag

The durable, comfortable Arrowmax tool bag is now available with a stylish new graphic design.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2016, 11:27 a.m. View Comments

OCRC Raceway owner Robert Black's response to Motorhead RC Raceway closure

After the former owner of Motorhead RC Raceway talked about his reasons for the track shutting its doors, OCRC Raceway proprietor Robert Black chimed in on the discussion with some great points from a competitor's perspective - and it's something tha

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2016, 3:08 p.m. View Comments

Watch Cradock show how to change engine bearings and install a throttle return band [VIDEO]

In this new RC Toys for Boys how-to video, Elliott Boots' mechanic Mike Cradock demonstrates the process for changing bearings and installing a throttle return band on a carburetor using a REDS Racing engine.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 1, 2016, 10:40 a.m. View Comments

Double win for Drake at Top Notch Series opener

Mugen Seiki Racing driver Adam Drake won both the nitro buggy and truck main events as the Top Notch Series kicked off at Thunder Alley RC Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 3:30 p.m. View Comments

New RC Crew Chief version 4.3 comes with seven pre-installed models and open-ended trial period

Curious about trying out RC Crew Chief setup software? There's never been a better time than with the latest version, which has seven pre-installed vehicles to cover the most popular racing classes and an unlimited trial period.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 1:46 p.m. View Comments

RDRP carbon fiber steering stiffener for B6

Revolution Design Racing Products has introduced an optional carbon fiber steering stiffener for the B6 to replace the standard molded composite piece.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 11:30 a.m. View Comments

Motorhead R/C Raceway closed its doors

Southern California indoor off-road track Motorhead RC Raceway confirmed on Facebook Saturday that the facility has ceased operations. Here's what its owner, Ron House, had to say about what led to its closure.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 3:07 p.m. View Comments

Mugen Seiki Racing accepting sponsorship applications for 2017 season

Are you interested in joining the Mugen Seiki Racing team alongside national champions Adam Drake and Mike Truhe next year?

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 9:59 a.m. View Comments

SOAR Seiki officially released new 2017 998 TD1 buggy

Now that it's shipping around the world, SOAR Seiki has published details of its new-for-2017 998 TD1 buggy.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 10:56 a.m. View Comments

ARRMA Granite BLX monster truck skate park session [VIDEO]

Count the back flips the ARRMA Granite BLX pulls off in this quick Keep It RC by Hobbico clip.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 9:46 a.m. View Comments

Teaser reveals XRAY working on 1/8-scale GT car

XRAY founder Juraj Hudy posted a photo of an upcoming project to his Facebook page showing a prototype aimed at the rapidly-growing GT class.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 9:09 a.m. View Comments

Whiting won from TQ at Texas Rumble

Serpent's Loran Whiting set the fastest qualifying time in the 200mm nitro touring car class and then ran away with the victory in the final at N-Control RC Racing Circuit's first big event.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 9:30 a.m. View Comments

POLL: How many different manufacturers' cars have you owned?

Some racers are diehard fanboys, while others try every car they can get their hands on. How many different brands have you owned?

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 11:51 a.m. View Comments

XRAY officially released XT2 stadium truck

After initially announcing the XT2 stadium truck in August, XRAY have now published full details about the new mid-motor kit.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2016, 12:38 p.m. View Comments

New Vision Racing Products shock stands

Vision Racing Products has released their VRP 1/10- and 1/8-scale CNC-machined aluminum shock stands, with handy features that make shock building and maintenance easier and less messy.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 28, 2016, 11:06 a.m. View Comments

New Cheater Racing lightweight 3D-printed slipper locker

Cheater Racing has introduced a 3D-printed slipper eliminator that works with popular aftermarket spur gears and weighs less than 1.5 grams.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 28, 2016, 9:28 a.m. View Comments

ARC's new R11 2017 touring car

ARC has published details of its 2017-spec R11 touring car - as well as an upgrade kit for owners of the previous chassis to bring their existing cars up to spec.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 28, 2016, 9:11 a.m. View Comments

AMain's nine tips for winter RC fun

Just because the weather changes during the winter months doesn't mean the RC fun has to stop. AMain Performance Hobbies published some sound advice to keep in mind.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 28, 2016, 12:22 p.m. View Comments

HobbyKing BSR Berserker 1/8-scale RTR electric truggy [VIDEO]

HobbyKing's BSR line of vehicles now includes the Berserker - a 1/8-scale Ready-To-Run truggy powered by a 6S-capable brushless system - what HobbyKing calls the most exciting wheeled vehicle they've ever sold.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 28, 2016, 1:17 p.m. View Comments

MKS Servos 2017 USA demo tour

MKS Servos USA representatives will be attending major races across the country next season - and they're going to bring pre-built radio trays for you to bolt in and give their products a shot on the track.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 28, 2016, 12:45 p.m. View Comments

How to prepare Bittydesign's Type-6R F1 body in ten minutes [VIDEO]

This two-minute video shows how you can get the new Type-6R from Bittydesign from inside the package to race-ready in just ten minutes.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 28, 2016, 1:57 p.m. View Comments

Tekno RC's Eppley, White, Hemenway, Smith and Tramontana won races last weekend

Tekno RC teammates Mason Eppley, William White, David Hemenway, Allan Smith and Joe Tramontana won racing events across the country (and in Ireland) last weekend.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 28, 2016, 3:01 p.m. View Comments

Leadfinger Racing's new Assassin body for 8IGHT-E 4.0

Leadfinger Racing has updated its Assassin body to fit the latest 8IGHT-E brushless-powered buggy, with a widened cab for more downforce and thicker Lexan for improved durability.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 28, 2016, 9:59 a.m. View Comments

LRC: Next week's Team Associated Off-Road Championships to be streamed live for free!

Trackside Hobbies in Brookfield, WI will host some of the fastest racers in the country - including IFMAR World Champions Spencer Rivkin and Ryan Cavalieri - for its annual off-road race now called the Team Associated Off-Road Championships. And you'

Aaron Waldron Oct. 28, 2016, 4:39 p.m. View Comments

Atomic Carbon to bring back XXX-CR2 carbon fiber mid-motor conversion kit

Back in 2009, Atomic Carbon produced a carbon fiber chassis that converted the XXX-CR buggy into a mid-motor platform. Now they're bringing it back.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2016, 3:13 p.m. View Comments

Mon-Tech Racing introduced updated F15 formula-class body

Mon-Tech Racing redesigned its F15 shell for greater downforce and enhanced stability.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2016, 3:54 p.m. View Comments

Pro-Line's new 2.2-inch Positron buggy tire promo [VIDEO]

Watch Pro-Line Racing driver Jake Thayer test and talk about the new Positron 2.2-inch buggy tire at his home track, OCRC Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2016, 9:19 a.m. View Comments

New BBR Carbon Products carbon fiber B6 chassis coming soon

BBR Carbon Products is preparing to release a new carbon fiber chassis for the B6 buggy that shaves three grams of weight and offers more flex.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2016, 9:10 a.m. View Comments

Shepherd's new high-position wing mount for Velox F1

This new optional wing mount for the Shepherd Velox F1 mounts the rear wing much higher than the standard piece, which increases grip and stability in low-traction conditions.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2016, 9 a.m. View Comments

13.5-class double for Rathiesky, Hagberg won Modified at AOC Hong Kong [VIDEO]

Round four of the Asian On-Road Championship was held at the PYC Raceway in Hong Kong, where XRAY's Jan Rathiesky won both the 13.5 GT and Super Stock finals before teammate Alexander Hagberg won a Modified-class battle among world champions. Here ar

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2016, 11:13 a.m. View Comments

Leisure Hours Raceway to host Horizon Hobby Midwest Classic

Racers who attend the Horizon Hobby Midwest Classic at Leisure Hours Raceway will be invited to take part in a track walk, Q&A session and receive setup advice from Team Losi Racing drivers like Dakotah Phend, Dustin Evans and Ryan Maifield.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2016, 3:34 p.m. View Comments

Amazing Gran Turismo RC Spec parody and behind-the-scenes clip [VIDEO]

The maker of the incredible Fast and Furious RC chase scene videos put together this terrific - and funny - homage to the Gran Turismo series of driving simulators.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2016, 1:33 p.m. View Comments

Halsema re-joined Serpent

Top Dutch off-road racer Jeffrey Halsema has returned to the Serpent racing team.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2016, 4:02 p.m. View Comments

Bornhorst won Truck and E-Buggy at LCRC Halloween Race

Tekno RC's Joe Bornhorst ran into problems during the nitro buggy main, but he ran away with the win in the Truck and E-Buggy finals at LCRC Raceway's Halloween Race last weekend.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2016, 4:09 p.m. View Comments

Team Magic E4RS 2017 touring car coming soon

Team Magic Europe published a CAD image as a teaser preview of its updated touring car platform for next season, as well as a list of improvements.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 26, 2016, 11:37 a.m. View Comments

New Pro-Line Racing Toyota Tundra True Scale body, reservoir scaler shocks, Trifecta Lite 1/8-scale wing, Positron 2.2-inch and Electroshot 1:8 buggy tires

Pro-Line Racing has introduced a new Toyota Tundra TRD Pro True Scale body, 105mm Ultra reservoir shocks, Trifecta Lite Lexan rear 1/8-scale wing, Positron 2.2-inch rear indoor off-road tires and the ElectroShot 1/8-scale buggy tire first seen at the

Aaron Waldron Oct. 26, 2016, 1:36 p.m. View Comments

New Team Losi Racing aluminum split center diff mount for 8IGHT-E 3.0 and 4.0

Team Losi Racing now offers a split center diff mount to fit its latest electric-powered 1/8-scale buggies and trucks that simplifies disassembly for tuning and maintenance.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 26, 2016, 11:31 a.m. View Comments

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