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FLASHBACK FRIDAY: All five tracks that have hosted the Silver State

One of the biggest pieces of news from this week was the announcement that Joey Christensen of The Dirt Racing has put together a deal with the South Point Hotel and Casino to keep the annual Silver State alive in Las Vegas, Nevada. It will be the si

Aaron Waldron Jan. 25, 2018, 12:21 p.m. View Comments

Watch Ty Tessmann Pro Tip: Becoming a Pro Racer [VIDEO]

Ty Tessmann shares his tips on how to become a pro R/C car racer.

Mike Garrison Jan. 25, 2018, 9:42 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Exotek Racing EB410 Bulkhead Saver Camber Plate

Some racers have claimed the front bulkhead of the Tekno RC EB410 as a "weak point" of the buggy in the event of a hard crash or impact to the front end. For this week's Thursday Testimonials product review, Mike has purchased and tested Exotek Racin

Mike Garrison Jan. 24, 2018, 9:01 a.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: Three different RC racing strategies

As I evaluated my pre-race predictions from last week’s column against what went down over the weekend (which, aside from failing to predict the utter collapse of some of those I thought were favorites and underestimating the incapability of those at

Aaron Waldron Jan. 23, 2018, 3:18 p.m. View Comments

The Dirt Racing announced 2018 Silver State Off-Road Race

Joey Christensen of The Dirt Racing announced the Silver State Off-Road Race 2018 is confirmed indoors at the South Point Hotel in Las Vegas, with more details coming soon.

Mike Garrison Jan. 23, 2018, 9:20 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Martin Wollanka on his switch to SWORKz

Martin Wollanka has won Austrian championships in a variety of classes, from 1/12-scale on-road to nitro off-road, and made finals appearances at the European Championships including a runner-up finish as part of the XRAY team. He was one of the bigg

Aaron Waldron Jan. 22, 2018, 3:45 p.m. View Comments

POLL: What was your favorite part of the Reedy Race?

There was a lot of great racing to watch this past weekend. What was the most enjoyable moment of the action?

Aaron Waldron Jan. 22, 2018, 8:34 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: 10 ways staying in the hospital is like a bad day at the R/C track

After an unexpected turn for the worse, Mike spent a week hospitalized with a stomach virus. During that time he learned that being in the hospital resembles a bad day at the R/C track in more ways than one.

Mike Garrison Jan. 22, 2018, 10:01 a.m. View Comments

REEDY: Watch Brittany Tozser's 2WD main event mic'd up [VIDEO]

We put a microphone on 11-year-old Brittany Tozser to listen to her own in-race commentary during the L-Main of 2WD. Check it out!

Aaron Waldron Jan. 20, 2018, 6:06 p.m. View Comments

REEDY: Karlsen and Tozser talked about their new friendship [VIDEO]

12-year-old Norwegian racer Malin Karlsen and 11-year-old Brittany Tozser from Canada met for the first time at the Reedy Race and have become great friends. Tyler Hooks sat down with them for a chat during the lower main events.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 20, 2018, 6:21 p.m. View Comments

REEDY: Stoub secured Open 2WD TQ with fastest time in final round [VIDEO]

Hobbywing-powered Yokomo US driver Dreighton Stoub drove his Team Yokomo buggy to the fastest time in the final round of Open 2WD qualifying and won the combined-times tiebreaker over Brad Shearer by 4.534 seconds to earn the front row on the startin

Aaron Waldron Jan. 20, 2018, 2:27 p.m. View Comments

REEDY: Prototype B6 and B64 parts spotted in the pits

Those eager for more information on a potential update to the Team Associated B6 2WD may be disappointed to hear that the company’s team drivers aren’t running anything drastically different at the Reedy Race this weekend, but we did spot a couple of

Aaron Waldron Jan. 19, 2018, 10:36 a.m. View Comments

REEDY RACE: Detailed broadcast schedule

Set your alarms! Check this timetable for the schedule provided by the Reedy Race of Champions organizers to find out when you'll need to tune in to catch each race.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 18, 2018, 2:44 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Former winners of the Reedy Race of Champions

Before the first heat of the Invitational class hits the track on Friday morning, catch up on the history of the event by checking out this list of everyone who has won this coveted title since it was first held in 1987.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 18, 2018, 4:05 p.m. View Comments

Reedy Race talk with Lee Martin and Shin Adachi on the BBT Podcast

On the latest episode of the BBT Podcast, Lee Martin and Shin Adachi talked about this week's Reedy Race.

Mike Garrison Jan. 18, 2018, 9 a.m. View Comments

New Team Associated 2WD buggy coming soon?

Team Associated shared a Snapchat of what looks like a photo shoot of the brand's various 2WD buggy platforms over the last 30-plus years. What are they trying to tell us?

Aaron Waldron Jan. 17, 2018, 11:16 a.m. View Comments

WHERE'S WALDO: The favorites and wild cards of the Reedy Race Invitational field

Here's a preview of the 30 drivers that will lineup for 12 rounds of racing 2WD and 4WD buggies at the Reedy Race of Champions this week at OCRC Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 16, 2018, 5:37 p.m. View Comments

RIP Dallas Mathiesen, 1948-2018

Dallas Mathiesen, the concurrent present of both EFRA and IFMAR since 2005, died on Saturday. He was 69 years old.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 15, 2018, 8:23 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Tommy Hinz on switch to XRAY, Hobbywing and ProTek RC

After racking up several wins at regional events over the last few years, Tommy Hinz looked to be in control in what would be a career-defining win at last year’s Reedy Off-Road Race of Champions when he earned TQ in the Open 4WD class, but costly mi

Aaron Waldron Jan. 15, 2018, 4:02 p.m. View Comments

POLL: Who will win the Reedy Race of Champions?

Which of these drivers is your pick to win the Invitational crown at the Reedy International Off-Road Race of Champions this weekend?

Aaron Waldron Jan. 15, 2018, 7:16 a.m. View Comments

New 30-gram RDRP Ultra brass shorty weight

Revolution Design Racing Products released a brass chassis weight that fits underneath a shorty battery pack and adds 30 grams of mass to fine-tune weight distribution.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 11, 2018, 9:39 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Thielke and Champlin earned emotional Reedy Race Open-class titles [VIDEO]

The combination of up-and-coming stars and veterans looking for breakthrough wins make the Open 2WD and 4WD classes at the Reedy Race of Champions incredibly exciting. Relive the moments when Team Associated teammates Brent Thielke and Broc Champlin

Aaron Waldron Jan. 11, 2018, 6:46 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Hobbico filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

The News-Gazette, a daily newspaper based in Champaign and serving East Central Illinois, reported earlier this morning that Hobbico filed for protection under chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code. Hobbico responded with a statement announ

Aaron Waldron Jan. 10, 2018, 2:50 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Kinwald to return to Team Losi Racing [UPDATED]

More than 20 years ago, Brian Kinwald crossed the finish line to give Team Losi Racing their first IFMAR World Championship, and it's been over a decade since he left the team. Now he's rejoining the squad for 2018.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 9, 2018, 10:37 a.m. View Comments

POLL: What was the biggest surprise of silly season?

Some of the most well-known names in RC racing switched teams over the offseason. Which one did you find was most unexpected?

Aaron Waldron Jan. 8, 2018, 8:19 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Zeke Ballinger on signing with TLR and Orion

Among the shocking team switches over the offseason was that of long-time Team Associated team member and AE-equipped privateer Zeke Ballinger, who made the jump to Team Losi Racing and Team Orion. Read why he made the move and what his goals for 201

Aaron Waldron Jan. 8, 2018, 4:11 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Maifield to run ProTek RC servos and batteries

On the heels of the world champ's switch in electronics, we've learned that Ryan Maifield will now run the batteries and servos of A Main Hobbies house brand ProTek RC.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 10:04 a.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Hobbico closed warehouse in Reno

RC industry retail and wholesale giant Hobbico — whose website bills the company as the largest model hobby company in the world — closed one of its U.S. warehouses this week.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 4:05 p.m. View Comments

Watch Traxxas Dirt Domination with the X-Maxx [VIDEO]

The latest video production from Traxxas is a dirt-slinging freestyle frenzy featuring the X-Maxx.

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2018, 11:23 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Gravity RC Tire Break-In Bit [VIDEO]

Proper tire prep and "break-in" can be crucial in finding traction with a new set of tires. This week Mike has shared a video review of the Team Gravity RC Tire Break-In Drill Bit, designed to help you scruff, scrub, and break-in new tires quick and

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2018, 10:08 a.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Maifield switched to Hobbywing

As practice kicked off for the 31st annual CRCRC Winter Midwest Electric Off-Road Championships, reigning 2WD and 4WD World Champion Ryan Maifield's buggies hit the track with Hobbywing electronics and stickers.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2018, 1:21 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: The top twenty stories of 2017

On the track and off, 2017 was a wild year for the RC racing industry. Here’s a look back at the 20 biggest stories of the last twelve months.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2018, 6:22 p.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: Six RC racing resolutions

Whether you’ve got your sights set on the IFMAR Worlds, or simply getting more enjoyment out of your favorite weekend hobby, here are a handful of changes you can make this year to make the most of your time at the track.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 2, 2018, 3:34 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Ron DeVoll

Ron DeVoll might not yet be a household name in the world of RC racing, but two big wins last season suggest he could be on his way. Learn more about his racing career and future goals in this week’s Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 29, 2017, 3:21 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Ty Tessmann's tenure with Team Orion

Yesterday, Ty Tessmann announced that he had ended his years-long partnership with Team Orion. Here's a look back at the accomplishments he racked up as a member of the company's all-star squad.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 28, 2017, 6:03 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: VRP EB410 aluminum shock towers, front camber plate, and battery brace

For this week's Thursday Testimonials product review, Mike equipped the new range of VRP aluminum option parts to the Tekno RC EB410.

Mike Garrison Dec. 28, 2017, 10:25 a.m. View Comments

Watch the Come Drive With Us documentary series from the SiKCross [VIDEO]

5150 Media Productions and Pro-Line Racign have released the latest episode of the Come Drive With Us documentary series which tells the story of 2017 SiKCross.

Mike Garrison Dec. 26, 2017, 10:29 a.m. View Comments

New Shepherd Velox V10 WC2018 nitro touring car kit

Shepherd Micro Racing released its latest nitro touring car, called the Velox V10 WC2018, with traditional blue anodizing and a small number of kits with black-anodized aluminum pieces.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 22, 2017, 10:50 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: ProTek RC 170SBL Black Label High Speed Brushless Servo

For this week's Thursday Testimonials product review, Mike reflects on nearly a year-long "test" of the ProTek RC 170SBL Black Label High Speed Brushless Servo.

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2017, 11:15 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Last three years of holiday releases

Here's a look back at the items introduced to the RC industry during the traditional holiday shopping months since 2015 — what trends do you notice?

Aaron Waldron Dec. 21, 2017, 3:34 p.m. View Comments

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