Hobbyist-turned aftermarket R/C entrepreneur, Tony Cece (aka CCxRC) has rolled out his 2022 “Black Friday on a Wednesday” sale, featuring a variety of discounts on small-scale R/C crawler and monster truck goodies. From November 23, 2022 through November 25, 2022, you can save up to 50% off on many CCxRC-branded items, including brass diff covers, […]
If you've been searching for a fun stocking stuffer to give your R/C fanatic friend or family member, look no further than Carisma's latest model release. The GT24 Mitsubishi Lancer EVO 4 WRC RTR is the most recent offshoot in Carisma’s GT24 lineup and offers an excellent blend of appearance and performance. This scaled-down, radio-controlled […]
If you value scale detail on and in your R/C models, you've undoubtedly taken a look at the many releases from FMS. One of their latest models is a 1/12-scale Toyota FJ45 Pickup Truck. This ready-to-run (RTR) truck replicates the rugged style of the 1:1 FJ45 with plenty of visual bells and whistles. While not […]
While the market for 1/18-scale R/C crawlers is small, it's slowly gaining new players, including Axial, and it recently announced Capra UTB18. If the Capra name rings a bell, then you're probably well aware of its 1/10-scale namesake. The 1/18-scale Capra UTB18 appears to be primed to follow in the tire tracks of its larger-scale […]
If you're a fan of small-scale R/C machines, you've probably noticed the recent boom in 1/24-scale monster trucks. From chassis conversion kits for the SCX24 to purpose-built models, these tiny trucks are enjoying their day in the sun. FMS has jumped on the small-scale monster truck bandwagon with the release of its FCX24 Max Smasher. […]
Pro-Line has introduced a new set of small-scale crawling tires for those who want to get the most performance out of their tiny trucks. Their 1/24-scale, 1.0" Trencher Tires are pre-mounted on Black Impulse Wheels, giving you an instant upgrade in style and performance. I'm a fan of Pro-Line's larger-sized Trencher tires, having recently added […]
It looks like AMain Hobbies is also getting in on the FMS 15-year Anniversary celebration. While no end date is noted, you can get discounts of either 32% (for 1/12-scale RTR models) or 13% (for 1/18-scale RTR models) on an array of FMS, ROCHobby, and EazyRC models. These discounts also include some models that aren't […]
One of my favorite sources for small-scale R/C crawler upgrades, Little Guy Racing Parts, has announced price drop on their entire lineup of tires. Originally priced at $25.99 per set, you can now pick up your choice of LGRP 1.0” tires for only $19.99. This discount covers the Trail King, Swamp King, and Gripper tire […]
If you're looking for a new LaTrax or Traxxas R/C vehicle to add to your collection (or to get you started in the hobby), now is a great time to jump in, thanks to the Traxxas Fall Savings event at Amain Hobbies. Between October 3 and November 30, 2022, you can save on these small-scale […]
Little Guy Racing Parts is one of the newer aftermarket brands specializing in parts and accessories for small-scale R/C crawlers. I've become a fan of theirs after only one purchase and look forward to seeing their product releases hit my inbox. To celebrate their one-year anniversary, they have kicked off a Buy One Set of […]
