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New VRP XV3 Gamechanger shock pistons

VRP has just released its newest piston, the XV3. It's a more durable version of the XV2, with more material left in the center of the piston due to the smaller Gamechanger rubber valves.

Mike Garrison May 1, 2017, 4:12 p.m. View Comments

New LRP Flow X Stock Spec ESC

LRP has released the newest Flow X ESC equipped with Stock Spec software, designed specifically for on-road and off-road stock class racing.

Mike Garrison April 28, 2017, 9:15 a.m. View Comments

XRAY GTX8 1/8-scale nitro car coming soon

XRAY has shared a few teasers of the soon to be released GTX8 1/8-scale nitro car. This will be XRAY's first GT class specific kit.

Mike Garrison April 28, 2017, 10:33 a.m. View Comments

New Schelle AE V2 pistons and tuning set

Schelle has released two new piston pairs for use on the Team Associated B6 and B64 buggies, which are included in the new Schelle Piston Tuning Set of 8 pair screw-on type V2 pistons.

Mike Garrison April 28, 2017, 10:03 a.m. View Comments

New 7075.it Hobbywing XR10 ESC brass bottom case

7075.it has released their new brass bottom case for the Hobbywing XR10 ESC, which adds 20 grams of weight directly to the bottom of the ESC.

Mike Garrison April 28, 2017, 10:19 a.m. View Comments

New RC Maker Awesomatix diff tool

Ryan Maker of RC Maker has released his new carbon fiber diff tool to ease the assembly and disassembly of the Awesomatix differentials.

Mike Garrison April 28, 2017, 9:29 a.m. View Comments

New VBC FF17 belt drive conversion set

VBC Racing has released their new belt drive conversion set for the FF17 which changes the standard gear drive FF17 to belt drive for larger high speed asphalt tracks.

Mike Garrison April 28, 2017, 9:51 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Black Fabrica traction additive applicator bottles

After gluing up dozens of tires for this week's big race, Mike used the new traction additive applicator bottles from Black Fabrica to prepare his treads to hit the track - and compared them to the standard toothbrush technique.

Mike Garrison April 27, 2017, 1:04 p.m. View Comments

Matrix Tires chosen as 1/8 Onroad World Championship tire supplier

Matrix Racing Tires has announced that Matrix has been selected by IFMAR and the organisers to be official tire suppliers at the 2017 1/8-scale IC Onroad World Championship.

Mike Garrison April 26, 2017, 12:10 p.m. View Comments

JR Mitch talked about toe-out in new TLR blog post

The latest TLR Blog with JR Mitch is focused on using toe-out to tune your vehicle for varying track conditions.

Mike Garrison April 26, 2017, 12:59 p.m. View Comments

New JTP RC Kyosho RB6.6 V2 carbon fiber front shock tower

Jared Tebo has released an updated version of the JTP RC RB6.6 carbon fiber front shock with a lower and wider design for more stability.

Mike Garrison April 26, 2017, 12:29 p.m. View Comments

LISTEN: OTB Podcast featuring Jared Tebo

Mike and his childhood friend Jeff Crutcher host a weekly dirt bike racing podcast known as the OTB - Over The Bars. This week the duo mix in R/C with special guest and avid dirt bike enthusiast Jared Tebo joining them in studio to discuss motocross,

Mike Garrison April 26, 2017, 10:56 a.m. View Comments

New RDRP B6 aluminum battery thumb nuts

Revolution Design Racing Products are proud to introduce the new Battery Thumb Nuts for the Team Associated B6 series of vehicles, which are larger in diameter and designed for improved grip and easier battery swaps.

Mike Garrison April 26, 2017, 10:31 a.m. View Comments

Flash Point brass shock pistons explained with Adam Drake [VIDEO]

Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing talks about the Flash Point brass shock pistons.

Mike Garrison April 25, 2017, 10:38 a.m. View Comments

Tamiya Championship Series results from 702 RC Raceway

Full results listing and photos from the Tamiya Championship Series race at 702 RC Raceway in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Mike Garrison April 25, 2017, 10:56 a.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing D216 titanium and carbon fiber option parts

Exotek Racing has just released their new Titanium quick-change shock posts, Flite series front axles, and carbon fiber chassis rail set for the HB Racing D216 buggy.

Mike Garrison April 25, 2017, 10:24 a.m. View Comments

The Survivor Cup report from Indy RC

Indy RC World and On The Tone podcast came together to host a 3 hour nitro endurance race this past weekend, and recap all of the action.

Mike Garrison April 25, 2017, 11:26 a.m. View Comments

R/C Excitement prepares for TLR Cup East

Round 2 of the TLR Cup makes it's way to R/C Excitement just outside of Boston, Massachusetts on May 20-21, 2017.

Mike Garrison April 25, 2017, 12:38 p.m. View Comments

TLR 22 4.0 rear wing angles explained by Frank Root

Team Losi Racing's Frank Root explains the different 22 4.0 wing angles and their affects on the overall handling of the new car.

Mike Garrison April 25, 2017, 11:38 a.m. View Comments

Sweep EXP EVO-R 36 chosen as Reedy Race spec tire

The Reedy Race is proud to announce that the Sweep EXP EVO-R 36 (EXP36RPP) has been chosen as the spec tire for the 2017 Reedy International Touring Car Race of Champions.

Mike Garrison April 21, 2017, 2:44 p.m. View Comments

New RawSpeed Rip Tide 1/10-scale buggy tire

The all-new RawSpeed Rip Tide is based on a totally redesigned tire carcass that is designed to create a uniform contact patch as the chassis leans while cornering.

Mike Garrison April 21, 2017, 1:13 p.m. View Comments

New Black Fabrica carbon fiber touring car wing end plates

Black Fabrica is pleased to introduce their new carbon fiber wing end plate sets for 190mm and 200mm touring cars.

Mike Garrison April 21, 2017, 3:38 p.m. View Comments

New Leadfinger Racing Strife Tekno NT48.3 body

LFR has released their newest addition to the Strife body line, and welcomes the Tekno RC NT48 truggy to the family.

Mike Garrison April 21, 2017, 2:35 p.m. View Comments

New MIP TLR 22-4 2.0 13.5 Aluminum Race Shaft Set

MIP sheds nearly 10 grams of rotational mass off of the TLR 22-4 2.0 for stock and mod class racers looking for increased acceleration, and a lighter weight buggy.

Mike Garrison April 20, 2017, 9:51 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: 175RC.com PolyPro Pinion Gears

The PolyPro Hybrid pinion gears from 175RC.com are significantly lighter than standard steel options, but does that matter on the racetrack? And will they hold up to the rigors of off-road racing? Mike tried one on his stock buggy at Fastlane Raceway

Mike Garrison April 20, 2017, 9:11 a.m. View Comments

New Serpent F110 SF3 F1 kit

After the past two years of racing around the globe, Serpent has introduced the next evolution in the Serpent F110 platform.

Mike Garrison April 20, 2017, 10:13 a.m. View Comments

Enter to win a new TLR 22 4.0 kit built by Frank Root

Team Losi Racing will be kicking off the TLR Cup next weekend at HobbyTown USA HobbyPlex. To celebrate, they've asked Frank Root to build a top of the line ready to win TLR 22 4.0 kit for a sweepstakes.

Mike Garrison April 20, 2017, 10:34 a.m. View Comments

New Hiro Seiko Titanium lightweight screw kits

New Hiro Seiko Titanium lightweight screw kits are now available for the newest in XRAY, Team Associated, and BZ car kits.

Mike Garrison April 20, 2017, 9:48 a.m. View Comments

New Muchmore 6000mAh IMPACT LCG Max-Punch FD2 LiPo

Muchmore Racing has introduced their new 6000mAh LCG Max-Punch LiPo stick pack, developed specifically for blinky and boost stock racing classes.

Mike Garrison April 20, 2017, 10:26 a.m. View Comments

JR Mitch highlights key TLR 22 4.0 option parts for clay and carpet

As the release of the TLR 22 4.0 is scheduled for this week, JR Mitch has put a list of option parts together that is good to have in your parts box for both clay and carpet versions of the 22 4.0.

Mike Garrison April 19, 2017, 10:30 a.m. View Comments

TLR Cup prepares to kick off at The HobbyPlex

With the first round of the TLR Cup just around the corner, TLR announces a reminder of event details, activities at each event, series schedule, and what the series is truly all about.

Mike Garrison April 19, 2017, 10:43 a.m. View Comments

New ProStar RC Outlaw 1/8-scale front buggy wing

Inspired by Outlaw Sprint Car racing, ProStar RC has introduced their new 1/8-scale buggy front wing - designed to add significant front down-force.

Mike Garrison April 18, 2017, 9:48 a.m. View Comments

New Duratrax 2.2 stadium truck tires

Now owners of 1/16 scale stadium trucks can experience all of the advantages of Duratrax 2.2" tire technology and treads.

Mike Garrison April 18, 2017, 10:36 a.m. View Comments

New RDRP B6 aluminum steering rack and bellcrank set

Revolution Design Racing Products has released their new 7075-T6 aluminum steering rack and steering bellcrank set for the Team Associated B6 series buggies.

Mike Garrison April 18, 2017, 9:59 a.m. View Comments

New Viking Design Works D216 adjustable battery brace

After months of testing, Viking Design Works is pleased to offer an adjustable 3D printed lateral battery brace for the HB Racing D216.

Mike Garrison April 18, 2017, 10:15 a.m. View Comments

New LFR Strife RC8T truggy body

After its debut at the Psycho Nitro Blast, the Leadfinger Racing "Strife" body for the Team Associated RC8T truggy is in production and available now.

Mike Garrison April 18, 2017, 11:50 a.m. View Comments

Drake won at Revelation Raceway Spring Challenge

Mugen Seiki's Adam Drake won the Spring Challenge hosted by Revelation Raceway.

Mike Garrison April 18, 2017, 8:59 a.m. View Comments

MOMENT WITH MIKE: Why shouldn't pro drivers be allowed to race stock?

After "stepping down" to the ultra-competitive ranks of 17.5-class racing, Mike wonders why we bother trying to protect stock divisions for entry-level racers - and limit ourselves from watching the industry's best battle it out.

Mike Garrison April 17, 2017, 1:06 p.m. View Comments

New Black Fabrica traction additive applicator bottles

New Black Fabrica additive application bottles aim to take the mess out of tire saucing.

Mike Garrison April 14, 2017, 11:26 a.m. View Comments

XRAY XRS Grand Final 2017 invitation [VIDEO]

XRAY invites racers to the XRAY Racing Series Grand Final at Hudy Arena on May 5-7.

Mike Garrison April 14, 2017, 10:47 a.m. View Comments

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