Radio Control and Slot Car Blog

Losi Introduces Their Biggest Monster Truck Ever, The 1/8 LST XXL RTR Monster Truck

The brand new nitro driven 1/8 LST XXL RTR Monster Truck model LOSB0016 is the largest 1/8 scale monster truck offered by Losi. The LST XXL is pre-packed with features like the extended length chassis, dyno tuned and ported Losi 454 Engine with a combo pull start - spin start backplate, a forward/reverse two speed transmission with optimized gear ratios for the ideal combination of both low end torque and high rev horsepower for speeds exceeding 50 mph, and a Spektrum DX3S radio system with built in telemetry.

• Ultra durable molded suspension components for unmatched durability and precision.
• Heavy duty 3 shoe aluminum clutch design with high strength steel clutch springs.
• Twin extra high torque steering servos with metal gears to move the oversized 420 Series Force wheels and ATX tires.

For a complete line of Losi RC vehicles and parts, check out the car and truck category on RCSLOT.

Get your Traxxas Slayer model 5908 Truck Today!

Purchase a Slayer between 11/13/2008 and 11/30/2008 and you’ll be eligible to receive a $50 Cash Rebate by mail directly from Traxxas.

Short course off road racing is hot! The Slayer delivers the ultimate RC short course racing experience. Racing classes with Traxxas backed rebate dollars are forming all around the country and this special short time offer gets you the racing gear you need and puts $50 cash in your pocket. Not other vehicle tops the Slayer for over the top off road excitement. With 50+ top speeds, a Revo spec suspension, auto shifting two speed transmission, and short course racer styling, the Slayer turns any environment into a high performance playground. Do not miss this opportunity to save money and get into the action of a Slayer short course off road racing today.

This offer is redeemed and fullfilled directly by Traxxas. Offer is valid with in store and online purchases. The offer ends November 30, 2008. Redemptions must be postmarked by December 31, 2008 and is available for US customers only.  Visit Traxxas‘ site for more information.

For a complete line of Traxxas RC cars, trucks, and parts, visit RCSLOT.

The Hangar 9 Mustang Gets a DSM2 Upgrade

Built with the entry level pilot in mind, the new Hangar 9 P-51 Mustang Mk II PTS model HAN4425 includes a Spektrum DX6i 2.4GHz DSM2 6 channel programmable transmitter with its all new revolutionary features. With nothing additional needed to purchase and the R/C plane’s ability to upgrade itself along with the pilot’s skills as they grow, the latest Hangar 9 Progressive Trainer System is essential for anyone wanting a quality warbird to fly. It is both a easy, comfortable trainer and a ready to fly sport plane in one single package.

• Everything is included with nothing left to buy.
• Spektrum 6 channel DX6i 2.4GHz DSM2 full range transmitter with preinstalled AR6200 receiver.
• Factory installed Evolution Trainer Power System does not need any tuning or break in.

Check out the Hangar 9 RC Airplane category on RCSLOT for a full line of models.

Seagull Models Giant Scale Nostalgia

Giant scale RC Airplane pilots that are looking for something to remind them of the old days can find the new Seagull Models new Spacewalker II 120 ARF model SEA3500 to their enjoyment. It is a semi scale version of the low wing Serenity Aviation sport plane built to look like a 1930’s trainer. Sport aerobatics can be a breeze for this stylish performer that finds its niche with giant scale pilots wanting stress free weekend flying.

• Lightweight, laser-cut balsa/plywood construction
• Most up-to-date construction techniques
• Low wing loading contributes to superior aerobatic performance
• Expected available November 2008

For a full line of Seagull RC Airplanes, check out RCSLOT.

Radio Control Car Action finally chose my TMAXX for it’s Readers Rides! I sent pictures in almost a year ago! What an honor though, I must say that I’m very proud of my creation, thanks to Radio Control Car Action for choosing my TMAXX!!!!

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Spektrum Offers Built-In Telemetry on the New DX3S

Sport drivers ready to move up to a 2.4GHz top of the line radio system with extra features, look no further than the new Spektrum DX3S model SPM3130.  This DSM radio provides telemetry options built right into it that allow drivers to constantly monitor speed, engine temperature, and receiver battery pack voltage. The enhanced new main screen with quality graphics and easy to read gauges combines with the intuitive roller selector interface to make programming and setup incredibly convenient - on up to ten different models with the ten model memory.

• Built-in telemetry monitors engine temperature °F or °C, receiver battery voltage, and speed rpm, mph, or km/h
• Simple software with intuitive roller selector interface
• Includes SR3300T receiver with built in telemetry
• Includes free bonus SR300 3 channel sport receiver

Check out the full line of Spektrum RC radio equipment at RCSLOT.

RCSLOT launched HobbyZip.com a few months ago with the goal of providing a source for quality hobby pictures and videos.  Thanks to the continued help by HobbyZip’s increasing members’ content, the site is continuing to grow.  Here are a two clips uploaded by RCSLOT:

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Visit HobbyZip today and upload your hobby pictures and videos.

Suburban Chicago Rock Crawlers held it’s fifth and final RC Rock Crawling competition of the Summer Series Saturday September 20th at Busse Woods in Elk Grove Village Illinois.

RCSLOT sponsored driver Cedric Vann a.k.a. Ced RC finished in 1st Place for three of the 5 comps and clinched 1st Place overall for the Summer Series with a total score of 85 points, 54 points ahead of second place. Cedric also managed to finish in 2nd Place in one of the other 5 comps.

SCRC member Jason Kasper finished in 2nd Place for the Summer Series, and he even missed one comp! If Jason would have attended all five competitions he would have no doubt been much closer to clinching the 1st Place spot. Jason Kasper did manage to win 1st Place in Comp 3 of the series beating Cedric Vann by a narrow margin of 1 point!

SCRC Member Josh Raben finished the Series in 3rd Place with a total score of 167, only 28 points behind Jason Kasper. In Comp 4 of the series Josh narrowly missed First Place by 3 points, finishing in 2nd Place with a score of -4, just behind Cedric who finished with a score of -7.

Congratulations to the top three drivers! And thanks to all that participated!

Be sure to check out the SCRC website for details on upcoming events and general announcements for the club. Simply click Here to visit the site.

Thanks to RCSLOT, RC Hobbies and Jeff Shirley for donating prizes!

Winning Rig Driven by Cedric Vann

Cedric clearing a tough gate at the final competition of the series: