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The forbidden "R" word. (Average Joe RC Chronicles)Rain. There, I said it. The forbidden "R" word. I don't take it back and I just might say it again. One could be shunned and virtually smacked in the back of the head for even the slightest online mention of this word leading up to a big race. In the R/C community we have learned to call rain "weather" and the weather was looking wet. Race director and series organizer, Brandon Melton, looked at the 50/50 chance of weather, made the c …

Racing a radio-controlled car is remarkably better when I refuse to take it seriously and focus on having fun. Of the many things in this world that are not fun, playing with my toy car is not one of them. Expectations low but my spirit's high it's time to yell "Yeeee Haaaw!" and watch my car fly. Let's go.First to arrive to the track the White Whale and I finish a four hour journey to Wilkesboro, NC. The trip went smooth but I believe I suffered a 3rd degree butt cramp. No matter, This is the h …

Remotely Operated Auto Racers, did you know that?  But that's not what I mean when I ask... What does R.O.A.R. stand for.As I sit and reflect on the 2019 ROAR Nationals and the time spent at this amazing facility at Thornhill, I can't help but wonder what this race would have been like if it were run like it was supposed to be, or even advertised to be by the standards set by the sanctioning body in which we base all of our rules and guidelines by. I can't help but feel bad for the a …

RCGP (Warning, A little longer read)I have been reading posts and comments on social media today about the first ever weekend of RCGP competition. I feel compelled to give my view, opinion and thoughts especially since I have a vested interest in the series, production and life of the concept. You don't have to agree with me but I challenge you to have an open mind.First and foremost congrats the everyone involved in the RCGP for a VERY successful first event.When I started watching the videos …

For Immediate Release:Date: 4/10/19From: BeachRC.com/Beach HobbiesBeachRC.com/Beach Hobbies to be Main Importer of the Ultimate Racing Line of products.Beach Hobbies is proud to announce a partnership with Modelix to bring in the popular and growing European Ultimate Racing brand of performance rc products. The UR line consists of a superior line of silicone shock oils and diff lubes, Affordable OS and Novarossi based nitro engines, Nitro tools and support products, lubricants, batteries …