The RC Newb Podcast

RC Newb Podcast – Episode 44: My First Kit Build & New Scale Rigs

The RC Newb Podcast

Show Notes

Well, I did it. After years of watching the action from the sideline, I jumped in and built my first R/C kit. It was a rush and an experience that I won't soon forget. In this episode of the RC Newb Podcast, I recap the build experience as well as an overview of three new scale R/C rigs that will be hitting hobby store shelves soon.

Show Notes:

Building an R/C Kit: Part 1

Building an R/C Kit: Part 2

Building an R/C Kit: Part 3

Building an R/C Kit: Part 4

What's next on the Scale R/C Horizon

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