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Quantum of Solace Scalextric Set

Quantum of Solace Scalextric Set

I have to say after seeing Quantum of Solace I now have a new favorite Bond movie. So to cash in on it’s success Scalextric has produced this fantastic new slot car set which contains the stunning new Aston Martin DBS V12 Bond car and the sleek Alfa Romeo 159. It would make a awesome gift for any Bond fan.

2.4GHz radio

What is 2.4GHz all about?

2.4GHz or 2400MHz is relatively new technology but it is one of the big advances in the world of RC. So what does it exactly mean and should you upgrade? Well looking around the web, online RC forums and your local tracks we would say that lot of people swear by this equipment. 2.4GHz radio operates on a substantially higher frequency than what traditional 35MHz equipment does.

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U.S. M1A1 Abram - Baghdad 2003

U.S. M1A1 Abram - Baghdad 2003

Judging by the reviews this U.S. M1A1 Abram 2003 Baghdad tank has received, it does seem like it a work of art. Measuring around 12” in length, it is one of the most advanced battle tanks in the world, its firepower and mobility are unsurpassed. With working tread, rotating turrets, elevating cannons, opening hatches and removable accessories, these vehicle is true to the real thing. As one of the Amazon reviews said, the bodies are die-cast metal, the details are endless, and the care that goes into these products is to the highest degree. It is a must have for someone who was there, or wishes they have been.

Sub Sonic XP RC Submarine

Sub Sonic XP RC Submarine

This Sub Sonic XP Submarine has a fully functional remote control that lets you go forward, backwards, forward left and right, backwards left and right, spin, submerge and emerge and lets you preform other multiple functions. It measures about 6 inches long and its great for the pool, bathtub or a fish tank.
Combine that with 3 high powered motors you can also do a figure 8 maneuver called Tornado Dashing, and progressive rolling among other things. Recharging is done on unit base which takes about 3 min and gives you full 3 min running time. Submarine comes ready to run out of the box, for both day and night piloting. For night driving, submarine comes equipped with 2 headlights and 2 side light. To enjoy this even more, make sure you invite your friends so that you can race against each other but make sure you do it in a pool as a fish tank might be too small for racing. If you stop operating, or if radio waves fail to reach the submarine, the safety system will automatically bring the submarine to surface.
Just in time for Christmas, this makes a great gift for people of all ages.

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CEN Racing Wave Shark

CEN Racing Wave Shark was the first Ready-to-Run nitro powered personal watercraft on the market.  The Wave Shark uses CEN’s reliable NT-18, 2.99cc water-cooled nitro engine, which is connected to a high performance tuned pipe for major horsepower.  The Wave Sharkhas been clocked at 30MPH in the water.  It is available Ready-to-Run or 90% assembled without radio.  RTR includes the reliable Mirage III pistol grip radio.  Driver and racing decals included.

Remote Control Helicopters

A Guide For Beginners in Remote Control Helicopters

To begin this article I would like to say that RC Helicopters are considered the most difficult of all radio contorted vehicles to learn how to control. Unlike all other RC items, which more or less only move forward,  RC helis can move in any direction almost instantly. One of the best piece of advice we would give you at the start of this article is to find someone who knows what they are doing and learn from them. Having someone there to tell you and learning from them will be easier then reading all the beginners guides in the world.

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Brushless motors

Brushless motors: What you need to know.

Open up any R/C magazine today and you’ll probably find an article on brushless motors. There’s a good reason for this, brushless motors offer significant performance increases over the standard brushed motor. We’ll give you a quick overview of what differentiates brushless motors and why your next motor should definitely be a brushless one.

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F/A-18C Blue Angel Brushless Radio Controlled Jet

Brand new Art-Tech F/A-18C Blue Angel Brushless Radio Control Jet, as a name suggest, is a family member of “Blue Angel” with scale appearance. This model can fly perfectly in low attitude at low speed and its one of the fastest radio control airplanes in the world. It has well designed, high efficiency ducted fan and high KV brushless motor, which gives it strong power. Wingspan is 27”, length 40.6” and height 10.1”. Drive system is 4300KV Inrunner brushless motor which has enough power to satisfy all kind of aerobic flights. Radio control range is around 3000 feet and airplane is 95% assembled so you would be ready to fly as soon as you get it. If you do take pressure in flying one of them, please let us know, we would like to hear from you.

New PlanetHobbies website

Brand spanking new website!

Finally the wait is over ... today we rolled out our new website and for all of you who had be anxiously waiting for new site, I just have to say that’s pretty impressive because we never told anyone we were updating it. What’s that? You realised because our level of posting ground almost to a halt. Yeah sorry about that.

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2006 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Diecast Model White 1/18

It has not been long since our last diecast post, but in recent time we have grown more and more to like them. And something like Subaru WRX STi 2006 model is such a great looking car that we have to share this with you. It is 1:18 scale produced by AutoArt with approximate dimensions of length 10, width 4.5 and height 3.5 inches. White color looking very cool, with detailed interior, exterior and engine compartment. It features opening bonnet, as well as engine, boot and door and working suspension, steering and wheels.

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