New To RC

The HPI Savage RTR is an example of a new, all inclusive Ready-To-Run RC Truck

When I first started out in RC, I found there was an overwhelming amount of information to learn; tuning, gearing, motor tweaking, tire compounds and inserts, etc. The experimental process took quite some time and involved alot of money. While I was ok with this (I did see results and actually got quite good), I knew that if there was someplace I could read up on all of this it would have cut the time and cost in half (at least). Sure, there were some Pro RC Drivers at the track, but they all seemed so unapproachable…I always felt like I was bothering them.

Jump forward to 2001. CompetitionX started as a site that RC Drivers (from beginners to professionals) could go to and read up on any RC information they needed. Below are links to some of the more popular beginners searches, with the rest of the site being a little more indepth.

Overview

Some basic background information on all the different classes and vehicles in the RC world.
- Overview

RC Auto Mall

A little more indepth information about RC vehicles including types, scales, power trains, and maintenance.
- RC Auto Mall

RC Glossary

An extensive list of RC terms you may or may never hear…but at least you’ll know what they mean.
- RC Glossary

RC Building Tips

General tips on building your RC vehicle. We will cover areas such as your pit space, tools and clean up procedures.
- RC Building Tips

RC Maintenance Tips

General tips on maintaining your RC vehicle. We will cover key areas of a vehicle that will need rebuidling or replacement parts often.
- RC Maintenance Tips