New Year's Resolution #3: Buy a Hobby RC

The third resolution in my top 10 resolutions for RC enthusiasts is to "buy at least one new hobby-grade RC this year." One of the hot RCs burning up the tracks where I live is the Traxxas Slash. It's a 1:10 scale electric short course race truck that dwarfs other 1:10 scale trucks with its whopping 13.2 inch wheelbase. You need a big track when a bunch of these big boys get together.

Traxxas makes this one for both novice and experienced drivers by adding a Training Mode that limits throttle until you feel more comfortable behind the wheel (or behind the transmitter). Ready-to-run, it also comes ready for various optional upgrades (such as brushless system) when you're ready to take it to the next level. If this is your first hobby-grade RC, it's a good choice because you two can grow together.

Here are some reviews and owner comments:

• RC Car Reviews - Traxxas Slash: Great cons: 1) you need to buy batteries; and 2) not equipped with a beer cooler.
• SearchWarp.com Traxxas Slash, the ultimate RC truck on the market Review - Not an in-depth review but a 3/5 rating from an enthusiastic owner who calls it a "wonderful peculiar truck."
• Xtreme RC Cars - Traxxas Slash - Here's a good look at several aspects of the Slash with ratings of mostly 8s & 9s.

Ready for a new hobby RC but a little shy on cash after the holidays? You can snatch up this one for a great low price of around $200US. Take a look at the Traxxas Slash (Buy Direct).