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New T-Works NB48.4 Titanium turnbuckle set

T-Works has released their new Titanium turnbuckle set for the Tekno RC NB48.4, which includes 4mm and 5mm turnbuckle wrenches for adjustment.

Mike Garrison Dec. 4, 2017, 9:12 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: The man cave cat

After being banned from working on R/C cars in the house, Mike's wife helped him to build an R/C man cave garage to work instead. Despite it being more than he had hoped for, there is one thing missing, and Mike has used his R/C racing mindset to dev

Mike Garrison Dec. 4, 2017, 9:57 a.m. View Comments

New Schelle B64 2mm short wheelbase kit, EB410 carbon battery strap, and YZ2-DTM ceramic bearing set

Schelle Racing has released three new products this week which includes their new 2mm short wheelbase parts kit for the Team Associated B64 buggies, carbon fiber battery strap for the Tekno RC EB410, and ceramic bearing set for the Yokomo Ryan Maifie

Mike Garrison Nov. 30, 2017, 8:58 a.m. View Comments

New Raceform RC EB410 high wing mount with under wing diffuser

Raceform RC has developed a new high wing mount for the Tekno RC EB410 buggy, which is designed to provide more clearance for the tires at full compression while also improving downforce with an under the wing diffuser.

Mike Garrison Nov. 30, 2017, 8:19 a.m. View Comments

Pijpers signed with SWORKz

Jarno Pijpers from the Netherlands has signed on with SWORKz to race the 1/10-scale and 1/8-scale off-road lineup of vehicles for 2018.

Mike Garrison Nov. 30, 2017, 10:16 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: MIP Speed Tip power driver hex wrench inserts

After a few too many broken hex tips and inserts, Mike set out to find something that could withstand the battery powered abuse of his cordless driver. For this week's Thursday Testimonials he has tested and reviewed the MIP Speed Tips. Did he find t

Mike Garrison Nov. 29, 2017, 3:07 p.m. View Comments

New T-Works EB410 aluminum center driveshafts

T-Works R/C has released new aluminum front and rear center driveshafts for the Tekno RC EB410, sold individually or as a set.

Mike Garrison Nov. 28, 2017, 9:17 a.m. View Comments

New PR Racing 2018 PRS1 V3 and Type R 1/10-scale 2wd buggy kits

PR Racing has released two new versions of the PRS1 1/10-scale 2wd buggy platform for 2018; standard V3 and Type R with full range of option parts included.

Mike Garrison Nov. 28, 2017, 9:24 a.m. View Comments

Watch how to clean and prep your vehicle for racing with Adam Drake [VIDEO]

Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing has shared how he cleans and prepares his vehicles for racing.

Mike Garrison Nov. 28, 2017, 9:34 a.m. View Comments

New LMR carbon fiber ride height gauge slider tool [VIDEO]

Lee Martin of LMR has released a new carbon fiber "Slider" for use with twist type ride height gauges, designed to make sliding your gauge in and out from underneath your chassis easy and accurate.

Mike Garrison Nov. 28, 2017, 10:05 a.m. View Comments

New Schelle Racing EB410 carbon fiber battery strap

Schelle Racing Innovations has released a new carbon fiber battery strap for the Tekno RC EB410, which is designed to make balance charging easier while also adding lightweight bling to your buggy.

Mike Garrison Nov. 28, 2017, 9:06 a.m. View Comments

New Team Magic 2mm aluminum chassis for the E4RS4 2018 touring car

Team Magic has released a new 2mm aluminum chassis for the E4RS4 2018 touring car, designed to optimize flex on carpet tracks.

Mike Garrison Nov. 28, 2017, 9:58 a.m. View Comments

Race recap from the Boronia Spring Bash

The Boronia RC club has recapped last weekend's Boronia Spring Bash in Melbourne, Australia.

Mike Garrison Nov. 28, 2017, 9:49 a.m. View Comments

Watch the top R/C crashes of 2017 from Traxxas [VIDEO]

Traxxas has recapped a year of R/C videos with some of the best crashes captured in 4K along the way.

Mike Garrison Nov. 28, 2017, 8:58 a.m. View Comments

Alsop topped round four of HNMC Winter Series

Graham Alsop walked away the winner of what started out as a wet weather race for round four of the HNMC Winter Series.

Mike Garrison Nov. 28, 2017, 9:40 a.m. View Comments

The Midwest Nitro Series and Midwest RC Tour organizers team up for 2018

Gary Wright of the Midwest Nitro Series, and Ryan Klemme of the Midwest RC Tour have announced they will team up for a four race 1/8-scale off-road series in 2018.

Mike Garrison Nov. 28, 2017, 8:41 a.m. View Comments

Champions crowned at 2017 AOC Japan at Yatabe Arena

The 2017 AOC series came to an end at Yatabe Arena in Japan, where the drivers competed one final time.

Mike Garrison Nov. 28, 2017, 8:26 a.m. View Comments

New JConcepts Mono 2.2" front wheels for the B64

JConcepts has released their new 2.2" Mono front wheels for the Team Associated B64 series buggies, available in yellow or white and sold in sets of four.

Mike Garrison Nov. 28, 2017, 8:18 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY ULP progressive touring car shock system

XRAY has released a new progressive shock system for the T4 touring car, designed to improve traction and steering using aluminum inserts in the shock body.

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 9:13 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY XB4 medium composite chassis side guards

XRAY has released new medium composite side guards for the XB4 buggy which are softer than the hard side guards for flex adjustment, and redesigned to allow the motor to be positioned as low as possible.

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 9:24 a.m. View Comments

New Speedzone LCG 4300mAh 2S shorty and 6000mAh 2S stick pack LiPos

Speedzone has released two new low profile 2S LiPo battery packs; a 4300mAh shorty pack, and a 6000mAh stick pack.

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 9:34 a.m. View Comments

AKA now accepting sponsorship applications for 2018

AKA is now accepting sponsorship applications for their 2018 race team.

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 9:49 a.m. View Comments

New ONE .12 on-road engine

ONE has released their newest .12 on-road engine, based on the O.S. Speed platform with rear ceramic bearing, updated crankshaft timing, and tuned sleeve.

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 9:59 a.m. View Comments

New Ruddog protection and heat shield tape

Ruddog Distribution has released their new 50mm wide protection and heat shield tape, designed to reinforce and protect body shells in the bumper, wheel arch, and exhaust area.

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 10:31 a.m. View Comments

New CowRC Adam and Ronda Drake signature series pit mats

CowRC has released the new Adam Drake and Ronda Drake magnetic pit mat sets, featuring "his and hers" design.

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 10:09 a.m. View Comments

New Gravity RC G-SPEC Type F foam touring car tires

Gravity RC has released their new G-SPEC Type F foam touring car tires, which were used at last weekend's Indoor Champs for a foam tire touring car exhibition class.

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 10:58 a.m. View Comments

New RDRP aluminum B64 caster blocks and R2 Ultra pinion holder

RDRP has released their new aluminum caster block sets for the Team Associated B64 series buggies, as well as an updated "R2" design of their Ultra Pinion Holder.

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 10:22 a.m. View Comments

Joel Johnson talked supply shortage, departure of Pavidis, and AKA's future on the RC Dirt Oval Podcast

Joel Johnson of AKA joined the crew of the RC Dirt Oval Podcast to talk about supply shortage, departure of Mark Pavidis, and the future of AKA.

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 10:41 a.m. View Comments

Zhang signed with Serpent

Rocket Zhang from China has joined the Serpent on-road team.

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 9:08 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: Calendar clashing

After a Thanksgiving break spent over eating and scrolling through social media, Mike has chosen to discuss the topic of "calendar clashing" between competing tracks and events. He has shared his opinion on nearby tracks scheduling their bigger event

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 8:25 a.m. View Comments

New REDS Racing air filter oil

REDS Racing has released a new air filter oil, designed specifically for foam filters used on off-road engines.

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 9:30 a.m. View Comments

New Team Magic 1.8mm and 2.3mm upper decks for the E4RS4 touring car

HRC Distribution has released the new Team Magic 1.8mm and 2.3mm carbon fiber upper decks for the E4RS4 touring car, designed to provide additional flex tuning options.

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 10:37 a.m. View Comments

New JConcepts rubber suspension bump stops

JConcepts has released new rubber bump stops for 3 and 3.5mm shock shafts to use for limiting the suspension's up-travel.

Mike Garrison Nov. 22, 2017, 8:08 a.m. View Comments

New Team Magic green edition E6 Raptor 1/8-scale brushless monster truck

Team Magic has released a new green edition of the E6 Raptor 1/8-scale brushless monster truck, equipped with a new 2250KV brushless motor capable of running a 6S LiPo battery pack.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 9:19 a.m. View Comments

New XRAY XB4 aluminum center bulkhead

XRAY has released a new aluminum center bulkhead for the XB4, replacing the stock composite part for increased reinforcement, reliability, and lifespan.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 8:44 a.m. View Comments

New Speedzone shorty 4000mAh and 5000mAh 2S 120C LiPo packs

Speedzone has released two new 2S 120C hardcase shorty LiPo battery packs; a 4000mAh for spec class racing, and a 5000mAh for modified class racing.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 8:51 a.m. View Comments

Save 20% during Triton Engines Black Friday Sale

Save 20% during Triton Engines Black Friday Sale.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 8:59 a.m. View Comments

The Drake's lead Mugen sweep at Top Notch Tour round four

Adam Drake, Ronda Drake, and Miguel Perez all took the win for Mugen Seiki Racing in their respective classes at round four of the Top Notch Tour at Revelation Raceway.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 9:05 a.m. View Comments

New JQRacing toe-in plates and Latin America Tour report

JQRacing has released three new toe-in plates for THECar, and has shared a report from the JQRacing Latin America Tour.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 9:27 a.m. View Comments

Save up to 15% during Absolute Hobbyz Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale

AbsoluteHobbyz.com is offering up to 15% off during their Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale running now through December 2nd.

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2017, 9:48 a.m. View Comments

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