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BBT Podcast episode fourteen with Serpent's Tony Evdoka

Episode #14 of the BBT Podcast featured Serpent's Tony Evdoka, which discussed the UK National Series, the Serpent brand, car design, and more.

Mike Garrison Aug. 7, 2017, 8:34 a.m. View Comments

ROAR announced new revisions to electric brushless motor rules

ROAR has announced a list of revisions being made to the electric brushless motor rules, which will take effect on October 1, 2017.

Mike Garrison Aug. 7, 2017, 9:07 a.m. View Comments

New rules announced for the 2018 RC Chili Bowl SC Modified class

After feeling that the class has "gotten out of hand" since it first started, Scotty Ernst has issued new rules for the SC Modified class at the 2018 RC Chili Bowl.

Mike Garrison Aug. 7, 2017, 8:44 a.m. View Comments

Watch the Pro-Line Buck Shot in action [VIDEO]

Earlier this week, Pro-Line Racing issued a formal press release on the Buck Shot tire we first saw at the ROAR Nationals - and now they've published a new video about the fresh tread pattern.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 2:58 p.m. View Comments

Team EAM named North American distributor for 7075.it Special Parts

7075.it products will now be distributed throughout the U.S. and Canada by Team EAM.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 11 a.m. View Comments

Mugen Challenge returning to LCRC Raceway at end of August

In three weeks, Mugen Seiki Racing star Adam Drake will host an instructional clinic for 20 drivers - before defending his win from last year's event at LCRC Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 8:31 a.m. View Comments

Team Orion Ultimate Modified brushless motors now ROAR approved

Team Orion announced that its Ultimate Modified lineup of brushless motors has received approval from ROAR.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 11:23 a.m. View Comments

How to program drag brake, brake strength, neutral width, timing profiles and motor type on Tekin ESC's [VIDEO]

Team Tekin published five new how-to videos where team manager Randy Pike explains how to program the company's speed controls.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 2:49 p.m. View Comments

Tebo joined BOOMrc Graphics

Off-road all-star Jared Tebo signed with BOOMrc Graphics, and the two parties will be teaming up for a Tebo Signature Series of products.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 4, 2017, 11:09 a.m. View Comments

Watch the Tekno RC EB410 turn testing laps at OCRC [VIDEO]

After team driver Joe Bornhorst posted a challenge to Facebook users, Tekno RC published a new clip of the upcoming EB410 1/10-scale 4WD buggy on the track at OCRC Raceway

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 11:24 a.m. View Comments

Tekin ESC factory reset function explained by Randy Pike [VIDEO]

Tekin's Randy Pike demonstrates performing a Factory Reset, which is a commonly overlooked feature on all Tekin ESC's, and which can be used to help diagnose an issue while also clearing all user set values, resetting the ESC back to its default set

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 10:16 a.m. View Comments

International superstars confirmed for inaugural High Voltage Contest doubleheader in Italy

On November 19, Pista off road Gli Archi in Italy will host names like Bruno Coelho, Davide Ongaro and Alessandro Stocco for the first of two High Voltage Contest races.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 2, 2017, 9:10 a.m. View Comments

Watch Drake describe tuning with exhaust pipes and headers [VIDEO]

In his latest video, Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing talked about the difference between different O.S. Engines exhaust systems.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 2, 2017, 9:36 a.m. View Comments

A Main Hobbies highlight reel from Axialfest [VIDEO]

Didn't make it to this year's Axialfest outdoor adventure? Check out this clip from A Main Hobbies to see what you missed.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 2, 2017, 10:44 a.m. View Comments

TLR 22 4.0 turf and carpet track steering mod from JR Mitch

In the latest TLR Blog update, JR Mitch shared the newest modification for the 22 4.0 to achieve new bump steering settings when racing on turf or carpet tracks.

Mike Garrison Aug. 2, 2017, 2:22 p.m. View Comments

Seventh annual Karsyn's Krusaders Off-Road Challenge charity race planned for August 26

For the seventh year in a row, LRT Raceway and Hobby will host the Karsyn's Krusaders Off-Road Challenge to benefit the children's cancer outreach group - but it will be the first following the death of Karsyn's mother and KK co-founder, Jessica, fol

Aaron Waldron Aug. 2, 2017, 3:42 p.m. View Comments

McIntosh signed with Fantom

Fantom Racing added East Coast off-roader Leon McIntosh to its racing team.

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

RIP Margaret "Midge" Husting, 1928 - 2017

On Monday, Team Associated announced that Margaret "Midge" Husting, the wife of co-founder Gene Husting who worked in the company's accounting department and earned the nickname "Killer" for her aggressive driving style on the racetrack, has died. Sh

Aaron Waldron Aug. 2, 2017, 4:13 p.m. View Comments

Thunder RC Raceway moving to new location

The building where Thunder RC Raceway was located has been sold - but Eric Anderson, Robert Dirla and Myron Kinnard will be opening a new location with carpet on- and off-road tracks in time for the USVTA Southern Nationals.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 2, 2017, 10:30 a.m. View Comments

Tebo split from Upgrade RC

After running custom Upgrade RC stickers for over a decade, multi-time world champion Jared Tebo announced he's moving somewhere else.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 2, 2017, 12:27 p.m. View Comments

Team Associated Summer Series at Fastlane Raceway returns for round three this weekend

Round 3 of the Team Associated Summer Off-Road Series welcomes racers back to Fastlane Raceway in Blue Springs, Missouri this weekend on Saturday, August 5th - featuring both 1/10-scale indoor and 1/8-scale outdoor racing.

Mike Garrison Aug. 1, 2017, 8:25 a.m. View Comments

Pit Stop Hobbies to host 4th Annual Summer Extravaganza and Charity Paint-Off Competition

Pit Stop Hobbies has announced the 4th Annual Summer Extravaganza and Charity Paint-Off Competition to provide a weekend of R/C racing, food, games, and the charity paint off between many of the regions top artists to raise money for the Children's M

Mike Garrison Aug. 1, 2017, 9:35 a.m. View Comments

SCVRC Raceway in California switching from clay to carpet off-road

SCVRC Raceway, located in Santa Clarita, made the announcement yesterday that its indoor clay track was closing temporarily before reopening as a carpet off-road course.

Aaron Waldron July 31, 2017, 4:01 p.m. View Comments

Sweep Racing Tendroid named official spec tire for IFMAR Electric Off-Road Worlds

Earlier this morning, FEMCA announced that the Tendroid 2.2-inch tire in Soft compound will be used as the official spec tire for both the 2WD and 4WD classes at the upcoming IFMAR Electric Off-Road Worlds in Xiamen, China.

Aaron Waldron July 27, 2017, 9:53 a.m. View Comments

ETS to wave the checkered flag on its tenth season with the first visit to Ettlingen

The checkered flag will be waved on the tenth season of the Yokomo Euro Touring Series this weekend (28-30 July) as the championship travels for the first time to the Ettlingen track in Germany.

Mike Garrison July 27, 2017, 8:44 a.m. View Comments

How to tune rear width with JConcepts suspension mounts and hexes

The latest JConcepts Speed Lab blog discusses how to tune the rear track width of your vehicle using rear suspension mounts and drive hexes to achieve optimum balance.

Aaron Waldron July 26, 2017, 9:39 a.m. View Comments

Watch Drake explain front upper arm position [VIDEO]

In his latest clip, Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing described the adjustment possible by moving the front upper arm.

Aaron Waldron July 25, 2017, 10:19 a.m. View Comments

Harsh appointed as Bellgate's PR Racing USA team manager

Bellgate Distributors has appointed Felix Harsh as the USA Team Manager for the PR racing line of cars.

Mike Garrison July 25, 2017, 9:44 a.m. View Comments

Moss joined Serpent

UK's Simon Moss has joined the Serpent 1/10-scale off-road team.

Mike Garrison July 25, 2017, 11:04 a.m. View Comments

Checkered Flag R/C Raceway prepared to host 2017 Kansas Dirt Oval Championship

This weekend will host the annual Kansas Dirt Oval Championship at Checkered Flag R/C Raceway in Bonner Springs, Kansas. The event is expected to see a number of the regions top dirt oval R/C racers in attendance, and is presented by the Kansas Dirt

Mike Garrison July 24, 2017, 10:05 a.m. View Comments

Hofer and Ramos signed with Muchmore Racing

Former ETS pro stock champion Martin Hofer and reigning Portuguese off-road cup winner Fábio Ramos have joined the Muchmore Racing team.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 8:40 a.m. View Comments

TLR gear diff rebuilding and maintenance tips

In his latest Team Losi Racing blog post, JR Mitch offered advice on rebuilding and maintaining the gear differential used in the 1/10-scale 22 lineup.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 2:52 p.m. View Comments

Third annual JConcepts Outdoor Turf Nationals scheduled for September

For the third year in a row, RC Madness will host the JConcepts Outdoor Turf Nationals - taking place this year on September 8-10.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 9:30 a.m. View Comments

Team Trinity launched new website

Team Trinity refreshed the look of its home page with revamped navigation to browse the company's motors, batteries, accessories and option parts.

Aaron Waldron July 21, 2017, 9:42 a.m. View Comments

Novelty R/C Raceway prepared to host 2017 NEMO Off-Road Championships

Novelty R/C Raceways in Novelty, Missouri is proud to announce the 2017 NEMO Off-Road Championships on August 11-12, 2017, with pre-entry now open.

Mike Garrison July 19, 2017, 8:38 a.m. View Comments

RIP Daniel Rowlands, 1977-2017

British vintage RC icon Daniel Rowlands, who notably helped contribute to the development of the upcoming Schumacher RC Racing Masami CAT XLS re-release, died over the weekend. Here's a eulogy written by Naushad Ali Junglee and posted in the IconicRC

Aaron Waldron July 19, 2017, 3:50 p.m. View Comments

Phil Hurd Raceway to host 2017 Georgia State RC Off-Road Championships

Phil Hurd Raceway and S.C.O.R.E. RC Club will host the Georgia State Off-Road Championships that will be held September 8th-10th in Savannah, Georgia with Lance MacDonald emceeing the event.

Mike Garrison July 19, 2017, 9:52 a.m. View Comments

Vigneron has extended contract with HRC and Team Magic for 2018

Thomas Vigneron, current Modified French National Champion, has extended his contract with HRC and Team Magic for the 2018 racing season.

Mike Garrison July 18, 2017, 9:08 a.m. View Comments

X-Factory UK appointed as new UK distributor for Carisma Racing

X-Factory UK has been appointed as the new UK distributor for the Carisma Racing range of race brand vehicles - including the latest 4XS 2017 Spec 1/10-scale 4wd buggy.

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

Williams joined Alpha RC Tires

Alpha RC Tires has announced the signing of RC Shox owner, Marcus Williams, to their growing team.

Mike Garrison July 17, 2017, 9:56 a.m. View Comments

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