Jumping your RC vehicle off a ramp or a hill, can be an exciting and fun skill to master. While getting your RC to jump may appear to be easy, it takes some practice to become a skilful jumper, and avoid damaging your vehicle. Choose The Right Vehicle For RC jumping you will need a RC vehicle that has a stronger suspension and more ground clearance such as an RC buggy or truck. An on-road RC car is not suitable for jumping. You will need to learn the particular jump characteristics of your vehicle as this will vary by vehicle. A bad landing can damage your vehicle, so you will want to be caref ..read more

Phase 2 of the Pandemic Outbreak in 2020 As we near the end of the year, across the globe, most countries are going through a second wave of the COVID-19 virus outbreak. As difficult and challenging this time has been for many, it has also been a time of self-reflection, care, and new journeys. During these times, a lot of people have turned to nurture creative activities and hobbies that can help them pass time under lockdown, while also learning new skills and having a good time. Healthy RC Hobbies If you are also considering picking up a new hobby, then you have come to the right place! RC ..read more

Gift Giving In The ‘New Normal’ With Christmas right around the corner, parents and family members across the country are scrambling to buy the perfect present for children in their lives. Besides 2020 has been an unusual year with COVID-19 taking over the world and having to adapt to the new normal has not been easy for anyone, especially children! A lot of time away from friends and family has led to increased screen time, which may not be great for developing healthy habits for children. RC Hobbies To The Rescue It can be challenging to find THE present that fulfills the excitement and surp ..read more

Some people are unaware of the difference between a toy-grade RC or a Hobby-grade RC. In this blog, we will explain the variance between a toy-grade RC and a Hobby-grade RC and why Hobby-grade RC is often the better choice. Although both products come into the category of RCs – they differ when it comes to quality, durability, reliability, repairability, performance, capability, and upgrades. Also, we don’t want you thinking that the toy-grade RCs are not suitable in some cases; however, in many cases, a Hobby-grade RC is the better investment. The information below will explain the pr ..read more

When tuning an RC nitro engine on any RC vehicle, it is important to understand how adjusting the tuning screws will impact engine operation and performance. The goal of tuning the engine is to maximize the speed and acceleration performance without damaging the engine. The default engine carburetor settings from the manufacturer are set for a very rich fuel- air mixture which is required for engine break-in. Once the engine has completed the break-in process you will need to tune the carburetor settings to maximize the performance of the engine.You may also need to do some minor engine ..read more

Being a RC vehicle hobbyist will teach you how to maintain and care for your vehicles. Hobbyists are automatically drawn towards taking care of their vehicles to keep them lasting long and performing at their best. Which means gaining some knowledge of underlying electronics, batteries, mechanicals, cleaning and some plain old elbow grease. As you play around and grow your RC collection you will learn about how your vehicle operates and this knowledge will improve your RC maintenance and operation skills. One of the very fundamental aspects of maintaining and taking care of your electric ..read more

The Christmas season brings about wonderful opportunities to shower our loved ones with gifts. And when these loved ones enjoy dabbling in RC vehicles as a hobby, then there are quite a few options available in the market. We can take a quick dive into options that are easily available online for every RC hobbyist on your list! 1.New RC Vehicle: The very first item on our list is the most apparent choice; a new RC vehicle. Especially consider a 1/10 or 1/8 scale RC Truck or RC Buggy that is water resistant, as a gift. These can run through all seasons and terrains, and if you get our ..read more

Cleaning your RC vehicle helps it perform better, prolongs life of moving parts and makes it look as good as new. Whether your RC vehicle is a show car or used for muddy bashing sessions, it’s essential to keep your vehicle clean. Dirty or dusty vehicles can have parts that bind up or wear out more quickly, causing jumps and steering to become sluggish. Taking care of your RC car will help it run smoother, prevent rust and dirt build-up, which in turn means less money and time spent on repair and maintenance. Let’s dive into some basics for giving your RC vehicle a quick and ..read more