Aug 1, 2006

New Bright Peterbilt 387 1/12th scale


Grade: A-

"I like this truck – its speed and handling are good. If you want an RC big rig that's geared more towards handling rather than realism & hauling, this is definitely a truck to consider." Read more...

New Bright International CXT 1/12th scale


Grade: B+

"Cool truck. If you like how it looks, I think you're gonna like how it drives. I only wish it had a tighter turning radius!" Read the full review...

Traxxas Spirit Street Truck


Grade: A

"This is the cheapest, lowest-quality vehicle Traxxas sells, and it's arguably the lowest-quality so-called "hobby-level" RC car or truck you can buy. I still don't like the look of the body, but comparing it to similarly-priced (and even more expensive) vehicles in the "toy-class" arena, it's hard to beat in stock form. If you dare to go ahead and upgrade it, it then moves into another league altogether. " Read more...

Nikko Wind Chaser


Grade: B

"I like this boat. I like its design & appearance, and it's stable and looks good going through the water. I only wish it had a steering trim adjustment, and I would also like to see a little more speed out of it, but I feel the price is right, especially considering that it comes with the battery & charger. The bar has been set, so over time we'll see how well competitors stack up! "

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Tyco / Mattel Suzuki GSXR-1000 1/3rd scale


Grade: C+

"This is a tough one to sum up. Like I said, the bike looks awesome and the "wow" factor is practically off the charts. As a big vehicle it needs a big area to drive in (really, really big), but once you give it enough space it goes pretty fast and is pretty stable. When you run it with the optional wheeled bar attached, it basically never falls over, so you don't have to chase it down unless you stop facing a solid obstacle (did I mention it doesn't have reverse?). But, you know, though it does lean into turns like a motorcycle is supposed to, it doesn't stay leaning over like it's supposed to. Since it always keeps standing back up like it's afraid that it will fall over, it acts like it has half a mind of its own, and a stubborn one at that, really putting a damper on the handling possibilities." Read more...