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Tom Cockerill and Neil Cragg win at the BRCA TORCH National

Following last weekends win in the Touring Car class for Colin Price, Schumacher's Tom Cockerill made it two winning weekends on the trot as he took the 2WD win at the BRCA TORCH National.

Mike Garrison June 3, 2014, 5:35 a.m. View Comments

PSM releases new Yokomo BMAX2 MR carbon fiber chassis

PSM Option Parts has released their new carbon fiber chassis for the Yokomo BMAX2 MR. It reduces the weight of the car by 50 grams, and is said to give drivers an advantage on low traction racing surfaces. Made up of 2.5mm premium glossy carbon fiber

Mike Garrison June 3, 2014, 6:53 a.m. View Comments

Integy R/C releases new 8-piece heavy duty allen wrench set

Stop using kit-included allen keys or hardware store tools to work on your R/C vehicles. Integy has just released their new 8-piece Heavy Duty Allen Wrench Set. This set features HD tips for strength and durability, in the following sizes: 0.050", 1/

Mike Garrison June 2, 2014, 5:11 a.m. View Comments

MIP releases new "Shiny Pucks System" for the Team-C 1:10 2wd offroad lineup

MIP has introduced their popular "Shiny Pucks System" to the Team-C lineup of 1:10 scale 2wd offroad vehicles. These systems are of steel construction, keeping to relatively the same overall weight that you are used to with your steel OEM drivetrain;

Mike Garrison June 2, 2014, 5:24 a.m. View Comments

RPM Products releases new Traxxas LCG chassis nerf bars

RPM Products has released their new Traxxas LCG chassis nerf bars. RPM says, "The chassis layouts of the 1/10th scale Rally, LCG Slash 2wd & Slash 4x4 changed the original design of the stock nerf bars, making our currently available #80622 & #80625

Mike Garrison June 2, 2014, 7:35 a.m. View Comments

Steve Soon crowned the 2014 WCICS Touring Car Stock Champion

At the final round of the non-profit Western Canadian Indoor Championship Series (WCICS), which hosted over 1500 registrations across 8 events this season, the most in its 24 years, Serpent’s Steve Soon took the Great Hobbies Sponsored TC Stock seaso

Mike Garrison June 2, 2014, 5:14 a.m. View Comments

Reedy releases new "All-In-One" LiPo balance charge leads

Balance charging LiPo batteries is one of the best ways to prolong the life of your LiPo battery and achieve maximum performance. Reedy's new All-In-One balance charge leads give users the tools required to balance charge 2S standard and saddle pack

Mike Garrison June 2, 2014, 5:19 a.m. View Comments

Integy R/C releases new redesigned alloy team setup board

Chassis setup is critical to get the most out of your vehicle, and now you can setup your ride using the redesigned Integy Billet Machined Alloy Team Setup Board. This sturdy, tweak-free board measures in at 42.25mm x 33.25mm with a 12mm height (not

Mike Garrison June 2, 2014, 4:59 a.m. View Comments

Midwest Nitro Series Round 1 race report from RJD Hobbies

Round 1 went off with a bang even though it was held on the rain date Saturday May 24th, yep Memorial weekend, due to non stop rain the week prior and several other big races going on we still had 154 entries at RJD Hobbies in Lincoln IL, the layout

Mike Garrison June 2, 2014, 5:29 a.m. View Comments

Devin Chesney wins E-Truggy at the 2014 Pennsylvania State Championship

This past weekend hosted the 2014 Pennsylvania State Championship hosted by LCRC Raceway. Tekno driver, Devin Chesney drove his Tekno ET48 to a solid TQ and overall victory!

Mike Garrison June 2, 2014, 5:32 a.m. View Comments

Video: "Come Drive with Us" Documentary - Dirt Nitro Challenge Part 1

Our friends at 5150 Media Productions have released part one of a three part series of "Come Drive With Us" from the 2014 Dirt Nitro Challenge.

Mike Garrison May 30, 2014, 7:03 a.m. View Comments

Videos: HPI Racing "Getting Started" Savage XL Octane video series

HPI Racing has released six new "Getting Started" videos for Savage XL Octane owners. The new videos cover everything from fueling up, starting up, tuning up, and more!

Mike Garrison May 30, 2014, 6:41 a.m. View Comments

Avid releases new Team Associated B5/B5M shock standoffs

Avid has just released their new B5/B5M shock standoffs, designed to be an upgrade from the stock Associated parts. Avid says, "We are selling these as a pair and the B5 / B5M uses the same standoffs on the front and rear so you will need two se

Mike Garrison May 30, 2014, 5:55 a.m. View Comments

Axial Racing released the new SCX10 Jeep Wrangler G6 Falken crawler

Axial has just released their new SCX10 Jeep Wrangler G6 Falken edition crawler. The Axial SCX10 Jeep Wrangler G6Falken Edition elevates all terrain trailblazing, marrying the celebrated Jeep dovetail body with the undeniable performance of Falken Wi

Mike Garrison May 30, 2014, 7:23 a.m. View Comments

Duratrax releases new Li-24 2S-4S Balancing Charger

Duratrax has released their new DTX Li-24 Balancing Charger. With lots of great features at a budget-friendly price, the Li-24 Balancing Charger is a welcome addition to any modeler’s field bag or workbench. To appeal to an even broader range of R/

Mike Garrison May 30, 2014, 7:15 a.m. View Comments

SDRC Raceway announces the 3rd Annual Top Gun Shootout

SDRC Raceway formally announces its third annual Top Gun Shootout, the largest competition for radio controlled off-road racers in the San Diego area, to be held June 28-29. This year’s Top Gun Shootout will benefit Be the Match – National Marrow Don

Mike Garrison May 30, 2014, 7:08 a.m. View Comments

Byron Fuels announces the 2014 Onroad and Offroad Challenge events

Byron Fuels has announced the 2014 Byron Fuels Challenges. Only one month away is the Onroad Challenge hosted by Leisure Hours Raceway in Joliet, Illinois! Later this fall the HobbyTown USA HobbyPlex will host the Offroad Challenge.

Mike Garrison May 30, 2014, 5:58 a.m. View Comments

Niclas Mansson doubles up at Round 1 of the Swedish Cup

This weekend was the first round of the Swedish cup, which received 74 entries in 2WD and 4WD 1:10 Buggy. The show started with 2WD on Saturday. Niclas Mansson took TQ in all four qualifying rounds. Niclas went on to win the first two finals with

Mike Garrison May 30, 2014, 6:05 a.m. View Comments

RDRP releases new mid-motor Kyosho RB6 aluminum rear bulkhead

Revolution Design Racing Products has just released their new Kyosho RB6 rear aluminum bulkhead for those using the mid-motor configuration. The new part is machined from high quality 7075-T6 aluminum and features stylish laser etching. This part is

Mike Garrison May 29, 2014, 6:03 a.m. View Comments

Brand, Moon, and Davis win at Round 2 of the Southern Offroad Series

Loganville RC Raceway was the host for the 2nd round of the Southern Offroad Series. Dave Duncan and Mac Davis made the trip from Florida to represent JConcepts and assist the team attending the race. Shay Brand was running the Pro Nitro Buggy class

Mike Garrison May 29, 2014, 7:27 a.m. View Comments

Corey Petersen wins at Round 1 of the Utah Premiere Racing Series

JConcepts Team Driver Corey Petersen was on hand racing his TLR 22 equipped with Gold Dirt Webs and Dirt Tech Inserts. In qualifying, Corey ended up 3rd overall and knew he had is work cut out for him in the mains. Corey was able able to keep it smoo

Mike Garrison May 29, 2014, 7:35 a.m. View Comments

Tekno RC announces three new European distributors

The Tekno RC European invasion is underway! Tekno is excited to announce that they have added 3 new distributors to the Eurozone. X-Factory UK will be distributing product to the UK area, Ruddog Distribution will be handling Germany and Austria, and

Mike Garrison May 29, 2014, 7:37 a.m. View Comments

Tyler Jones wins at the 2014 JConcepts 1:8 Spring Nationals

TLR driver Tyler Jones attended the JConcepts 1/8 Spring Nationals at Hobbyplex in Omaha, Nebraska this past Memorial Day weekend. The nitro buggy class drew the largest entry count with some very talented drivers. This was the largest entry count to

Mike Garrison May 29, 2014, 5:41 a.m. View Comments

2014 JConcepts 1:8 Spring Nationals race recap

The racers from the Mid-West surrounding area made their way to Omaha Nebraska’s famous Hobbyplex for the 2014 JConcepts 1/8th Spring Nationals. This annual event in its 5th year has turned into the must attend racing event for the Nitro crowd. With

Mike Garrison May 29, 2014, 6:17 a.m. View Comments

DE Racing releases new colors to the Speedline ST wheel lineup

DE Racing has just announced fresh new colors for their Speedline ST wheels designed to fit the TLR 22T and Kyosho RT6. The new colors include green, pink, orange, and red.

Mike Garrison May 29, 2014, 5:55 a.m. View Comments

MIP releases new updated center drive shafts for the Axial SCX10 series

MIP center drive shafts for the Axial line of vehicles are nothing short of legendary in the rock crawling community, but for a while now the Axial SCX10 drive shafts were in need of a face lift to incorporate the running changes that have occurred o

Mike Garrison May 28, 2014, 9:21 a.m. View Comments

STRC releases new Team Associated B5 and B5M option parts

STRC has releases several new option parts for the Team Associated B5 and B5M buggies. The new parts include a CNC machined aluminum bulkhead, CNC machined aluminum heavy duty front hinge pin brace, and graphite battery straps designed to specificall

Mike Garrison May 28, 2014, 8:25 a.m. View Comments

Schumacher Racing releases new branded glass setup boards

Stylish toughened glass setup boards are ideal for setting up your 1:10 touring, GT10, LMP12, GT12 or 1:10 offroad buggies. Schumacher has released their new glass setup boards available in Schumacher, CORE RC and Contact brands.

Mike Garrison May 28, 2014, 8:18 a.m. View Comments

JR Mitch doubles up at the 2nd Annual "Hangin' Judge Open Wheel Classic"

GS Hobby hosted the 2nd Annual Hangin' Judge Open Wheel Classic this past weekend in Fort Smith, Arkansas. TLR/JConcepts driver JR Mitch was able to capture the overall win in both 2wd and 4wd Modified buggy classes.

Mike Garrison May 28, 2014, 9:06 a.m. View Comments

Virtual Racing Industries releases the RX8 buggy to the VRC Pro Simulator

Virtual Racing Industries has issued a press released today releasing the all-new RX8 buggy and physics update to the VRC Pro Simulator.

Mike Garrison May 28, 2014, 8:07 a.m. View Comments

Exotek Racing releases new Serpent Spyder SRX slipper eliminator hub

Exotek Racing has released their new slipper eliminator spur gear mounting hub for the Serpent Spyder SRX series buggies and trucks. This slipper eliminator is ideal for stock class and oval racing. The new hub is lighter for increased acceleration a

Mike Garrison May 28, 2014, 9:17 a.m. View Comments

JConcepts wins 6 classes at the ROAR Region 4 Championships

Daimon Borkowicz, Paul Wynn, Chris Viesins and Riker Gatenby win 2014 Region 4 Championships with JConcepts.

Mike Garrison May 28, 2014, 8:43 a.m. View Comments

JConcepts releases RC10 Worlds Fin titanium turnbuckle set

JConcepts introduces a stylish, durable and lightweight alternative Titanium turnbuckle kit for the popular Team Associated RC10 Worlds car vehicle.

Mike Garrison May 27, 2014, 5:03 a.m. View Comments

Virtual Racing Industries releases Pattaya offroad track to VRC Pro Simulator (with video)

Virtual Racing Industries has just released the Pattaya offroad track to the VRC Pro Simulator. This track is home of the real-life 2010 IFMAR World Championship, Bittydesign Asia Contest, and more.

Mike Garrison May 27, 2014, 4:30 a.m. View Comments

Integy R/C releases new HPI Ken Block WR8 3.0 billet machined piggyback shocks

Upgrade the suspension of your HPI Racing Ken Block GRC WR8 3.0 rally chassis for more performance with Integy's new Billet Machined Piggyback Shock Set. These heavy-duty shocks are billet-machined from aluminum alloy, feature piggyback reservoirs (w

Mike Garrison May 27, 2014, 4:45 a.m. View Comments

Elliott Boots wins with REDS at the 2014 Herts AKA Grand Prix

REDS Racing team driver Elliott Boots attended the 2014 Herts AKA Grand Prix. Boots dominated the nitro buggy class taking TQ and the overall win.

Mike Garrison May 27, 2014, 5:14 a.m. View Comments

Serpent signs Oscar Navarro to the 2014 Serpent Offroad Team

Serpent has announced today that Oscar Navarro, from Spain, has joined the Serpent Offroad Team. Navarro will be racing the Cobra 2.1 buggy around Spain, and at the upcoming EC-B event.

Mike Garrison May 27, 2014, 5:27 a.m. View Comments

Exotek Racing releases new alloy TLR 22-4 option parts

Exotek Racing has released several new option parts for the popular Team Losi Racing 22-4 buggy. First up is an all-new alloy clicker cover cap. The new cap adds serious bling to your ride and is available in gunmetal or black anodizing. Also availab

Mike Garrison May 27, 2014, 4:52 a.m. View Comments

Traxxas announces the 2014 Mid-West TORC R/C Series

Do you own a Traxxas Slash vehicle? Do you love full scale offroad truck racing? If you answered "YES" to those two questions, get ready as Traxxas has announced their Mid-West TORC R/C Series! Any Traxxas Slash 2wd or 4wd short course owner is eligi

Mike Garrison May 27, 2014, 6:11 a.m. View Comments

JConcepts releases new RC10 "Monroe" carbon fiber battery brace

Battery braces are a highly visual and critical part of any electric R/C vehicle. They provide the security of the main power source on the vehicle as well as provide a look and feel to each vehicle while giving the user a quick way of accessing and

Mike Garrison May 27, 2014, 4:38 a.m. View Comments

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