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New aluminum chassis and pod plate, center shock extension set for Roche Rapide F1 Evo

Roche Products International released a few new option parts for its Rapide F1 Evo, including a red-and-black-anodized aluminum chassis and pod plate as well as a center shock extension set that improves traction and stability on bumpy surfaces.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 9:56 a.m. View Comments

Denney signed with Muchmore Racing

Arizona off-road racer Tanner Denney is the latest to be named a member of the Muchmore Racing team.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 1:07 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

New Tamiya F104 Pro II with 2017-style body

Tamiya's newest formula racing kit, the F104 Pro II, includes new parts as well as a modern F1 shell.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 9:34 a.m. View Comments

New ONE .12 and .21 exhaust manifolds

Capricorn's ONE line now offers exhaust manifolds to fit .12 and .21 engines.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 2:05 p.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

Albanese signed with GB Racing Model to use Tekno RC and RC Concept

Luca Albanese will compete with Tekno RC vehicles and RC Concept electronics after signing a new deal with GB Racing Model for 2018.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 8:50 a.m. View Comments

New 110% Racing nitro syringe and ride height gauge expansion set

Ty Tessmann's 110% Racing brand released two handy new pit items, in the form of a syringe that can be used to siphon fuel from your tank to calculate fuel mileage, as well as a ride height gauge extension to make the piece suitable for 1/8-scale tru

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 8:40 a.m. View Comments

New Reedy Zappers SG competition HV LiPo packs

Reedy added a new range of silicone-graphene, high-voltage LiPo batteries to its Zappers lineup.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 5, 2018, 7:40 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

Tessmann signed with Hobbywing

Reigning 2WD, 4WD and stadium truck national champion Ty Tessmann announced on Facebook that he has signed with Hobbywing.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 4, 2018, 2:44 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

Baruffolo signed with XRAY

Italian off-road racer Marco Baruffolo announced on his Facebook page yesterday afternoon that he has joined the XRAY team for 2018.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 7:36 a.m. View Comments

New Team Powers hybrid aluminum and carbon fiber car stand with integrated setup tools

This new on-road car stand from Team Powers is made of carbon fiber and aluminum, and holds the camber, ride height and droop gauges that are included.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 12:02 p.m. View Comments

Stevens signed with Team Associated

Following two years with TLR, Caleb Stevens made the switch to Team Associated and Reedy for 2018.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 8:39 a.m. View Comments

New VBC Racing FX18 Lightning formula car kit

VBC Racing released a new-for-2018 chassis for the formula class called the FX18 Lightning, which is loaded with new features.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 8:19 a.m. View Comments

Catchpole, Vincent and Ashton won Schumacher GP finale

MB Models hosted the last Schumacher RC Racing GP of 2017 last weekend, where Adam Catchpole, Ben Vincent and Chris Ashton won the three classes offered.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 8:02 a.m. View Comments

Ballinger switched to Team Losi Racing and Team Orion

Zeke Ballinger split from AE/Reedy and joined the Team Losi Racing camp with Team Orion power for 2018.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 9:01 a.m. View Comments

Jonathan and Carson Yeung won XMG Energy Cup

Jonathan Yeung won the nitro buggy final at the XMG Energy Cup in Dongguan, China, while his father Carson won the truck class.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 10:25 a.m. View Comments

Watch the Kyosho Outlaw Rampage go for a quick bash [VIDEO]

Check out how the new Kyosho Outlaw Rampage, with its combination of independent front suspension and solid rear axle, handles dirt bumps and big plastic ramps.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 12:44 p.m. View Comments

New MIP Super Ball Diff for Hotshot and Bigwig [VIDEO]

MIP's new Super Ball Diff for the popular Hotshot and Bigwig kits increases driving performance and is totally rebuildable.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 8:29 a.m. View Comments

Last chance to race your way into the Reedy Race of Champions

If you didn't get a spot in the Open class lottery for the Reedy Race of Champions, you have one last shot to qualify your way into the show at OCRC Raceway.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 7:54 a.m. View Comments

Double win for Fales highlighted Region 4 1/8-scale off-road championships

Here's the JConcepts Inc report from the ROAR Region 4 championship race at Southside R/C Raceway in Lake City, Florida, which will hold this year's ROAR Fuel Off-Road Nationals. Justin Fales stole the show, crossing the finish line first in both nit

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 3:15 p.m. View Comments

New RPM front upper and lower A-arms for Baja Rey

RPM's latest option parts are these new front A-arm replacements for the Baja Rey off-roader, which are not only more durable but feature a few tweaks for better performance.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 11:52 a.m. View Comments

New REDS Racing WRX Corsa Lunga off-road engine [VIDEO]

REDS Racing introduced its new torque-monster long-stroke off-road engine called the WRX Corsa Lunga.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 10:06 a.m. View Comments

46RC Raceway Hangover race results

46RC Raceway kicked off the 2018 season with a special one-day event that hosted nearly 100 racers across typical 1/10-scale electric categories, with a special two-man 4x4 short course race as the pre-main event intermission.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 9:32 a.m. View Comments

Double win for Curry at Eds RC New Years Trophy Race

Eds RC hosted its year-end trophy race last weekend, and Adam Curry won the 4WD Buggy and 4x4 short course main events.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 3, 2018, 10:49 a.m. View Comments

Pillars joined Muchmore Racing

Muchmore Racing named Joe Pillars the North American team manager.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 2, 2018, 7:08 a.m. View Comments

Neumann signed with Schumacher

Former Euros, EOS and Reedy Race champion Jorn Neumann has joined the Schumacher team.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 2, 2018, 7:51 a.m. View Comments

Wollanka signed with SWORKz

Former Austrian off-road champion Martin Wollanka has joined the SWORKz team for 1/10-scale and 1/8-scale off-road.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 2, 2018, 7:20 a.m. View Comments

Batlle switched to Ninja engines

Mugen Seiki Europe announced that former world champion Robert Batlle will use the company's Ninja engines in 2018 and beyond.

Aaron Waldron Jan. 2, 2018, 7:14 a.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

Hinz confirmed split from Team Associated and Reedy

As rumored, Tommy Hinz has ended his seven-year relationship with Team Associated and Reedy — and will mark his first major event with new sponsors next month.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 29, 2017, 7:15 a.m. View Comments

Drake signed with PR Racing

Adam Drake is making a return to electric racing and has signed a deal with PR Racing — here's the scoop from Bellgate Distributors.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 29, 2017, 7:07 a.m. View Comments

First look at upcoming MW RC Cars .21 off-road engine

Austrian distributor MW RC Cars posted a teaser photo of an new off-road engine expected to hit shelves soon.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 29, 2017, 7:31 a.m. View Comments

Pillars out, Phillips in as Team Orion team manager

Team Orion announced that long-time team manager Joe Pillars has left the company after 17 years, and Chad Phillips has taken over the role.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 29, 2017, 2:31 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

Watch King drive a Serpent SRX8E at Revelation Raceway [VIDEO]

SoCal outdoor hotspot Revelation Raceway posted an Instagram video of former world champion Cody King driving a Serpent SRX8E buggy, and the video was shared by a member of Serpent America — bolstering rumors the driver could still ink an official de

Aaron Waldron Dec. 29, 2017, 9:29 a.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

New Reedy 850R 1/8-scale brushless speed control

Reedy released a new competition-ready brushless speed control for 1/8-scale vehicles called the 850R, which is packed with features and totally tunable via the Blackbox PROgrammer2.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 28, 2017, 7:25 a.m. View Comments

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