Here we are, at the end of January already. It seems like just yesterday we (Team Soup) were checking out the local pulling scene for the first time at the 2011 Big Bird Pull. Last time we only went to watch. We liked what we saw, and the group of guys in the club were […]
Solid Performance : ICharger 308 Duo Review
The iCharger, One of the most used chargers in today’s racing world. This charger has caused a lot of controversy in the Stock world as the high amp charging and high amp discharging has sparked a lot of issues in the racing community. The iCharger 308, 3010, and 4010 duo’s all run the same software, and […]
Tamiya M-05v2 Pro Mini JCW Coupe Build Up
Tamiya Mini (or M-Chassis) cars are something I have always admired through my years in the hobby. I’ve even owned a couple M-03’s but never really got into their full potential. That’s to say I’ve never raced one. The class has always appealed to me because the cars are smaller, typically more detailed, and unique […]
Team C TM2SC 2WD Mid Motor Short Course Hands On
In today’s race world the race participants dictate the quality of the race surface. The trend has moved to the farthest extreme of asphalt racing in off-road racing here in the U.S. Most, if not all manufacturers have dedicated chassis to compete head to head in these conditions. This is the latest and greatest in […]
Proline Racing Pro-2 – 2wd Short Course Truck Review
About two months ago, we picked up a Pro-Line Racing Pro-2 2wd short course truck kit. You can read through the build at this link. The truck comes about 40% complete, and in no time we were ready to hit the track. I took it to the track a couple of times to get it […]
Associated RC10 B5 Rear Motor Team Kit Build Up
Team Associated has once again taken the r/c world by storm with their surprise release of the RC10B5 Rear Motor and RC10B5M Mid Motor 2wd Buggy kits. They were announced seemingly out of nowhere, with no team drivers competing with them at big events prior to the announcement of their release. I personally found this […]
New Release from RC4WD – Trail Finder 2 Truck Kit w/Mojave Body Set
January 23rd, 2012 
Matt RC4WD has announced the release of the Trail Fighter 2. It is a 1/10th, 4wd truck kit. From RC4WD, The TF2 has both detailed styling and aggressive performance. You will find a balance of capability and performance built into every TF2. Performance of the TF2 is smooth and with its 2 speed selectable transmission, 4WD […]
Tamiya Mitsubishi Montero Wheelie Build Up
January 23rd, 2012 Kevin After attending the 2011 Big Bird Pull, I was on the lookout to build a puller of our own for RC Soup. The 2wd Box Stock class uses any 2wd truck with a stock motor and 6 cell battery. The class is an entry level class as far as pulling goes, there’s not much you […]
Crawlers, Listen up.. Motorama 2012 needs you!
January 21st, 2012 Kevin The 2012 Motorama Events U.S. Indoor RC Rock crawling Challenge is in danger! Currently this USRCCA Qualifier is in jeopardy of being canceled due to lack of registrations, please come out and support this unique indoor crawling experience. Reportedly, a decision will be made Monday, January 23, 2012. If you’ve been holding off, now’s the […]
Calandra Racing Concepts Releases New Line of 64 Pitch Pinions
January 18th, 2012 Matt New from CRC is a line of lightweight 64 Pitch pinions. They are made of hard anodized 7075 Aluminum. They will be available from 20 to 70 teeth. The set screw is an American Standard 5-40 screw, so it should take a 1/16th hex. Checkout CRC’s website for more info.
CRC Spektrum New Years Dash 2012 Coverage
January 17th, 2012 Kevin This weekend, RC Soup attended the 16th annual New Year’s Dash at CRC Raceway. This is a large carpet oval race sponsored by Spektrum RC. This race has been called “The largest carpet oval race not in Orlando”. It has grown in the 16 years it has been run, so much so that the last […]
Xtreme Racing Large Charger Stands
January 16th, 2012 Matt Checkout these new charger stands from Xtreme Racing. These stands are designed with some of todays larger battery chargers in mind. They are lightweight, and are available in Black, Blue, Clear, Yellow, Orange or Red. See more at Xtreme Racing’s website.
SOUPercharged Rides Contest
January 16th, 2012 Matt Don’t forget to send us your entries for the SOUPercharged Rides Contest. It is our monthly “readers rides” contest. See all the rules HERE. Lets see those Rides! Still only have a couple entries for January. We now have added more prizes to the package for runner ups and such. Get your entries in soon! […]
New SC10 4×4 Carbon Fiber Chassis Brace Kit
January 13th, 2012 Kevin Our friends over @ Canalside Racing Products just announced a new Carbon Fiber Chassis Brace Kit for the Team Associated SC10 4×4. It looks mighty sturdy! (Their website is currently down for renovation, but there is proper contact info below). Unlike the thin braces from other suppliers (which use small diameter shafts & ends), Canalside […]
Low Visibility Wheelie Bars for Traxxas Slash 2wd & 4×4
January 13th, 2012 Kevin Looks like RPM has some new hotness for you Slash Bashers! A serious issue with most currently available wheelie bars is the inability to use the truck as an off-road vehicle because most wheelie bars tend to stick out too far behind the truck. The RPM Low Visibility Wheelie Bar solves that problem! Since our […]
