The RC Newb Podcast

The RC Newb Podcast - Episode 66: A Closer Look at Axial's SCX24 Deadbolt, Carisma's MSA-1E 1976 Ford F-150

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Show Notes

Looking ahead to 2020, let's not forget about two fun, capable small-scale crawlers that arrived on the scene in 2019. Axial's SCX24 Deadbolt was a surprise release and has quickly become one of my favorite 1/24-scale travel companions. In addition to this little rig, Carisma refreshed their MSA-1E with a new motor and gearing setup, making this small-scaler even more impressive than before.

Show notes:

Axial SCX24 Deadbolt: A closer look

Axial SCX24 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon

Hands-on: Carisma Scale Adventure MSA-1E 1976 Ford F-150

A review of Pro-Line's Grunt 1.9" R/C crawler tires

Hands-on with Pro-Line's Rock Shooter 1.9" Composite Bead-Loc wheels

Redcat Racing releases the GEN8 AXE Edition International Scout II

Axial revives their SMT10 monster truck platform with new kit and RTR options

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