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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

Zayas split from Team Losi Racing

After nearly twenty years in a racing career that has also spanned across the country, Jose Zayas announced that he has resigned from Team Losi Racing.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 2:36 p.m. View Comments

Crowdfunded PDX RC Underground now open to the public

After raising $5000 in support from the racing community in just two weeks, PDX RC Underground opened its doors to all racers.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 1:47 p.m. View Comments

New ST Racing Concepts brass front C-hub and lower shock mounts for SCX10 II

ST Racing Concepts introduced new front C-hubs and lower shock mounts for the SCX10 II that are made of brass, which weigh more for a significantly lower center of gravity.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 8:56 a.m. View Comments

Watch the Traxxas XO-1 hit 100 mph at Texas Motorplex [VIDEO]

Yes, a stock Traxxas XO-1 is capable of hitting the century mark.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 10:35 a.m. View Comments

New IGT8 pinion remover tool

RCTarget introduced a red-anodized pinion remover tool that makes gear changes on the IGT8 quick and easy.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 10:25 a.m. View Comments

Champlin brothers dominated 702 RC Raceway Toys for Tots benefit race

Broc Champlin won the premier 2WD and 4WD classes and Blake topped the Expert 2WD Short Course category at the annual 702 RC Raceway toy drive racing event.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 9:14 a.m. View Comments

New RDRP Ultra Tire Glue Tips

Revolution Design Racing Products now sells applicator tips for tire glue bottles in packs of 20 pieces.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 9:05 a.m. View Comments

Niblett and Miller won sixth round of HNMC Winter Series

Callum Niblett and George Miller were the best of the field racing in the frosty conditions at round six of the Herts Nitro Model Club winter series.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 9:59 a.m. View Comments

New 'Soft' graphite chassis side guard braces for XRAY XB2 and XT2

XRAY introduced new graphite chassis side guard braces for the XB2 and XT2 buggy and stadium truck that stiffen the front of the chassis for more predictable handling, but not as much as the stiffer option.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 8:47 a.m. View Comments

New NEMO Racing tire stick

This lightweight aluminum rod from NEMO Racing can be used to keep a set of 1/8-scale buggy organized in whichever bag or box you use to transport your equipment.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 10:19 a.m. View Comments

Watch Ronnefalk show how to set droop on off-road vehicles [VIDEO]

Follow along with world champion David Ronnefalk as he explains how to set droop — one of the most important suspension adjustments — on an off-road buggy or truck.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 10:12 a.m. View Comments

Double win for Munday highlighted Keilor Cup finale

The fourth round of the Keilor Cup completed the series this past weekend, which was a rescheduled date following a rainout, with a large entry list turning up to race in memory of long-time club president Mark Polistena. Team Associated's Ray Munday

Aaron Waldron Dec. 20, 2017, 2:46 p.m. View Comments

DEVELOPING: Due to TLR, Hinz to XRAY?

A spark of activity in what has otherwise been a rather quiet offseason might catch fire in the next couple of weeks, as rumors have begun circulating that Team Associated could lose two long-time electric off-road racers to different teams.

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

Mike and Trent Walker joined JQ Racing

Florida-based father and son team Mike Walker and Trent Walker have signed with JQ Racing for the 2018 season.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 19, 2017, 7:21 a.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: How sponsored racers are ruining social media

The latest trend among RC racers who signed contracts promising to meet a quota of social media posts in exchange for a discount could

Aaron Waldron Dec. 19, 2017, 4:25 p.m. View Comments

Stoub signed with Team Orion

Less than a week after signing with a new chassis sponsor, Dreighton Stoub announced he has signed with Team Orion as well.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 19, 2017, 7:12 a.m. View Comments

Jones joined Team Trinity

Tyler Jones has chosen to race with Team Trinity power for the 2018 season.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 19, 2017, 2:39 p.m. View Comments

A Main Hobbies added new packs to EcoPower LiPo lineup

EcoPower, an in-house brand of A Main Hobbies, now offers more LiPo battery options to power a variety of vehicles.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 19, 2017, 11:38 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Jerry Dean II

This past weekend, the Texas-based RC Pro Series wrapped up at the Wade Indoor Arena in Terrell, Texas, and long-time racer Jerry Dean II - who returned to the hobby this year after taking a prolonged break - scored the biggest win of his career and

Aaron Waldron Dec. 18, 2017, 3:18 p.m. View Comments

Worlds memorabilia awarded to top Australian Juniors

Junior racers at last weekend’s fourth round of the 2017 Traction RC Keilor Cup at KEORCA in Victoria, Australia went home with some very cool mementos donated by the top pros at the IFMAR Worlds, like Spencer Rivkin, Kyle McBride, Jared Tebo, Ty Tes

Aaron Waldron Dec. 18, 2017, 2:02 p.m. View Comments

POLL: Do you collect RC memorabilia?

Whether it's your trophies and plaques, some of your old gear, or a pile of bodies and wheels from some of the top pros — do you consider yourself an RC collector?

Aaron Waldron Dec. 18, 2017, 7:22 a.m. View Comments

New Schelle Racing lightweight aluminum B64 front driveshafts and universal 12mm 3+1 shock pistons

Schelle Racing introduced new lightweight front driveshafts for the B64, as well as the popular 1.4+1.0mm Flat shock piston for TLR, Kyosho and Yokomo dampers.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 10:56 a.m. View Comments

New PowerHD R6 servo for 1/12-scale pan cars

PowerHD introduced a new servo for 1/12-scale pan cars called the R6, built to accept a wide range of input voltage and weighing just 28.5 grams.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 7:37 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY GTXE electric GT-class car kit

XRAY released an electric version of its GTX car for the GT-class, packed with race-winning features and awaiting your choice of running gear.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 9:35 a.m. View Comments

RawSpeed's Jason Snyder featured on Big Blue Tent podcast

The Big Blue Tent podcast crew talked to RawSpeed Inc owner and YouTube commentator Jason Snyder in their latest episode.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 8:16 a.m. View Comments

New carbon fiber Serpent SDX V2 shock towers

Serpent introduced optional carbon fiber shock towers for the Spyder SDX4 buggy that are stronger and have optimized shock and camber link locations.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 9:54 a.m. View Comments

Race 'Em RC to host Tekno RC Indoor Off-Road Championships in January

Tekno RC is the new title sponsor for the Indoor Off-Road Championships, hosted by Race 'Em RC in Rockford, IL and scheduled for next month.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 8:06 a.m. View Comments

Team Orion signed Maifield to contract extension

Reigning 2WD and 4WD world champion Ryan Maifield has agreed to stick with Team Orion power.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 10:41 a.m. View Comments

New ARC hooded sweatshirt

ARC drivers can keep warm this winter with a bright-blue hooded sweatshirt available in three sizes.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 10:02 a.m. View Comments

New VP Pro aluminum setup wheels for off-road buggies

VP Pro now offers a set of four aluminum setup wheels that can be used to set the suspension alignment of popular 1/8-scale off-road buggies.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 7:28 a.m. View Comments

Dean dominated Archway Classic

Team Associated driver Brad Dean won the Modified 2WD, 4WD and Stadium Truck classes to highlight the third annual Archway Classic at SMAC.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 7:54 a.m. View Comments

Double win for Rivkin at Top Gun Shootout

Spencer Rivkin won the 2WD and 4WD Modified classes at the Top Gun Shootout hosted by SDRC Raceway as Team Associated drivers captured five overall victories.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 15, 2017, 11:12 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Maifield cleaned up in 2013 JConcepts Indoor National Series

As a member of Team Associated, Ryan Maifield won all four Modified-class titles in the 2013 JConcepts Inc Indoor National Series — which wrapped up on this day four years ago. And check out who made the 2WD Stock podium!

Aaron Waldron Dec. 14, 2017, 4:06 p.m. View Comments

MIP MXT-1 servo tape now available in 3-packs

MIP's awesome MXT-1 double-sided tape is now available in packs of 3 pieces.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 9:37 a.m. View Comments

Fischer and Stees won US Open

Sun City Raceway in El Paso, Texas hosted the US Open this past weekend, where Tekno RC's Billy Fischer won the Nitro Buggy class and XRAY's Tanner Stees topped Electric Buggy.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 10:01 a.m. View Comments

Limited edition Trinity Killer Orange endplate set for Monster Max motors

Trinity is offering 100 sets of Monster Max motor endplates anodized orange.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 8:20 a.m. View Comments

New Reedy S-Plus spec-class brushless motors

Reedy released a new range of brushless motors aimed specifically at spec-class racing, with a thin-leg stator that reduces both resistance and weight.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 7:36 a.m. View Comments

Albanese split from AlexModellismo

Less than a month after announcing a contract extension, Italian off-road racer Luca Albanese said he's departed from the AlexModellismo team.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 8:38 a.m. View Comments

Dai, PP and Min won Arrowmax Asia Race Cup round two in Shanghai

The second round of the Arrowmax RC Asia Race Cup was held at Shanghai SYE Raceway, where Jerry Dai, PP and Qian Min won the Modified Touring, 13.5 Stock Touring and 21.5 Formula classes.

Aaron Waldron Dec. 13, 2017, 9:21 a.m. View Comments

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