Remember the thrill of your first real RC car? Not a toy store remote control thing, but a proper kit, with a chassis you built yourself and a wild, untamed spirit? For a huge number of enthusiasts, that first love was the Tamiya Nova Fox. Released in the mid-80s, the Nova… Continue reading
Let’s be honest: we’re all human. We strip threads. We launch tiny washers into low-earth orbit. We shear a pin because we tightened a grub screw just a little too eagerly. In most hobbies, these small mistakes carry a disproportionate cost: days of delay, frustrating online orders, and the cold fear of… Continue reading
If you’ve spent any time in the world of radio-controlled vehicles, you’ve likely heard the name. It’s whispered in online forums, recommended in YouTube build videos, and hailed as a treasure trove for seasoned racers and newbies alike. That name is RCMart. But what is it about this Hong Kong-based retailer… Continue reading
In the diverse universe of RC, you have monster trucks that conquer boulders, drift cars sliding in smoky arcs, and bashers built for insane jumps. Then, there’s the 1/10 electric pan car. At first glance, it might seem… simple. A low-slit, sleek chassis, minimal bodywork, and a distinct lack of… Continue reading
Think of them as close cousins, not twins. The Egress is the refined, purpose-built champion, while the VQS is the accessible, fun-loving successor designed to bring that championship feeling to a wider audience. Egress (1991): This was Tamiya’s direct weapon for winning. Born in the ultra-competitive early 90s, the Egress… Continue reading
Forget lap times, racing lines, and technical tuning sheets for a moment. There exists a purer, more visceral, and fundamentally joyful corner of the RC world: the jump. RC buggy jumping isn’t just an action; it’s a discipline, an art form, and a direct line to childlike exhilaration. It’s where engineering meets… Continue reading
To understand the battle between the Kyosho Turbo Scorpion and the Kyosho Optima is to step into a time machine set for the mid-1980s, the absolute zenith of off-road RC buggy innovation. This wasn’t just a rivalry between two kits; it was a philosophical war for the soul of 4WD… Continue reading
Enter the realm where the gentle hum of a scale trawler gives way to the visceral, turbine-like scream of pure, unadulterated power. This is the domain of 4S and 6S LiPo batteries in RC boating—a world not for the faint of heart, but for those who believe the phrase “excessive… Continue reading
Forget the need for a wide-open field or a dedicated track. The greatest racing circuit in the world might just be your living room floor, a stretch of sidewalk, or the cleared-off surface of your dining table. This is the domain of the mini RC buggy—the 1/28 and 1/36 scale… Continue reading
Nestled within the expansive green embrace of Tin Shui Wai Park, just a short walk from the buzz of its famous RC car track, lies a more serene but equally captivating aquatic counterpart: the park’s dedicated Radio-Controlled Boat pool. This isn’t just a pond; it’s a purpose-built, rectangular basin of… Continue reading
