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
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
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
The Unsung Gem of Tin Shui Wai: Where Miniature Racers Roar Tucked away in the heart of Tin Shui Wai’s sprawling parkland, far from the district’s often-discussed headlines, lies a haven of pure, unadulterated adrenaline. This isn’t your typical urban green space for tai chi or picnics. Here, the soundtrack… Continue reading
Tucked away in the eastern stretches of Hong Kong, beyond the dense high-rises and the buzz of the city, lies a sprawling green canvas with a secret pulse: Jordan Valley Park. Known to most for its peaceful gardens, barbecue pits, and panoramic views, the park holds a different kind of allure… Continue reading
Driving an RC car on a snowy track is one of those experiences that looks simple but feels completely different once you try it. The combination of cold air, white terrain, and reduced grip turns even a familiar RC car into something new. Snow brings a sense of realism and… Continue reading
I know this is a bit off topic but I expect to see RC paragliders in action soon 🙂 Paragliding is an air sport in which a person flies using a lightweight, foot-launched glider made of fabric and suspension lines. Unlike aircraft or powered gliders, paragliders have no engine; they… Continue reading
There’s something quietly magical about RC boating, and nowhere does it feel more fitting than on the calm lake at Mapplethorpe Queens Park. Tucked away from the noise of traffic and daily routines, the lake offers a perfect setting for hobbyists who enjoy slowing things down—ironically, by racing miniature boats… Continue reading
