MARCH 2010

TEST DRIVES

34Losi Speed NT
“Fun” means 50+ mph wheelies.
42Kyosho Ultima RT5
The electric 2WD truck class receives a welcome shot of adrenaline.
52First Look: Mugen MBX-6T M-Spec
See it here first!  We drive the M-Spec at Revelation.
58HPI Vorza RTR
  Kinda like the HB Ve8, but not quite.

DEPARTMENTS

20Driver Stand
Taking a look into the future…it looks a lot like 2009.
22Where’s Waldo
The Grammar Police strikes again.
26Readers Rigs
Check out our winners on Hobzob.com!
30Feedback
You write to us, we occasionally respond.
110Baja News
Catch up on all things fifth-scale here.
114Extra Pics
Whenever possible, we make fun of ourselves first.
118Pit Lane
Check out the newest gear here.
120Vintage RC
We love you too, foreign subscribers!
124ETC
Photos from the “Carpet Racers” movie premiere in NYC. 
130Last Lap
It’s a poster!  Put it on your wall!

FEATURES

68Show Report: 2009 Chicago iHobby
We bring you what’s new for 2010.
74Interview: HPI’s Akira Kogawa
Behind the scenes with HPI’s master designer.
78The Best $10 and $25 You’ll Ever Spend
RCC’s editors show you their affordable favorites.
88Race Results: 2009 Sidewinder Nitro Explosion & RC Pro Finals
Two big races, two huge groups of winners.
92Boy Scout Turn Marshals at Leisure Hours
Ever wonder how the local troop could raise money? Marshal!
100Race Report: 2009 Baja Fest
Scott G brings us the latest from the 1/5-scale world.

HOW-TO’S

94Lighten An R/C Car
Remove weight; go faster.
104Understand Pit Guy Responsibilities
There are certain things ALL pit-guys must do; here’s our list.

PRODUCT TESTS

96Novak Havoc Brushless System
You won’t find a better BL system under $150!
106Racers Edge LiPo Batteries
New LiPos from a familiar name.
108Racers Edge Carrying Bag
Haul it all, in this compact case.

 

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