Author: Tony Phalen
As an avid RC enthusiast, Tony has been building, bashing and racing RC Cars for over 30 years. He has participated in every kind of surface racing events - 1/18 scale trucks, 1/10 scale TC, Rock Racers, Rally - if it had wheels, he's raced it! He's also worked on both sides of the industry fence; collaborating with many major manufacturers (as well as being a sponsored driver) to working for a high-profile industry magazine. During this time he has learned many tricks, tips and techniques and is sharing that knowledge on CompetitionX - the most informative RC website on the internet!
Review: Losi TEN-SCTE Troy Lee Designs SCT
Losi’s fabulous TEN-SCTE 2.0 has seen quite a bit of success on the battlefield, winning everything from club races to National Championships. When it came ... Read More
Review: HPI E-Firestorm Flux Stadium Truck
I’ve always been a pretty big fan of HPI vehicles, continually looking forward to what they have to offer and what I can add to ... Read More
Review: Traxxas Slash with OBA and TSM
The Slash has seen quite a few years of service, with Traxxas introducing something new with each release. It’s progressed from a pretty basic 2WD ... Read More
RC Screw Types Explained + How to Measure Them
When I first started out in RC, I didn't have much of a background in building things. Sure, as a kid I disassembled all my ... Read More
Team Associated T5M Online Build
It was only a matter of time until the brilliant mid-motor design of Team Associated’s B5M made its way to their Stadium Truck. This truck ... Read More
Review: Team C TM4 2WD Buggy
One of my favorite 1/10-scale classes is 4WD buggy. These little ground-level fighter jets can turn almost any track into a fun-filled playground, carving corners ... Read More
Review: Team Associated PROSC 4×4 Short Course Truck
Let’s face it; our industry has been overrun with Short Course trucks. Why is that, you might ask? I chalk it up to a few ... Read More
Review: Tamiya Fighting Buggy
If you’ve been around a spell, you’ll know that Tamiya's Fighting Buggy was once called the Super Champ. This vehicle was released back in 1982 ... Read More
Axial Yeti XL Online Build
Axial has done a great job at focusing their efforts towards scale releases. Their line of scale trail trucks has been hugely popular, so it ... Read More
Review: Losi XXX-SCT Brushless RTR with AVC
You might look at the Losi XXX-SCT on these pages and think “great, another 2WD Short Course truck”. In some respects, you’re right on target. ... Read More
What Does C Rating Mean on a LiPo Battery?
If you’ve ever looked at a LiPo battery, you’ve probably seen something like “5000mAh 50C” printed on the label. Most people understand the mAh part ... Read More
How to Clean RC Car Bearings
RC car bearings are small parts that make a big difference. When they’re clean, your car runs smooth, fast and efficient. When they’re dirty, everything ... Read More
Team C TM4 Online Build
When you think of 1:10 scale 4WD buggies, your mind probably heads right for big dogs like Team Associated, TLR, Kyosho and maybe even XRay. ... Read More
How to Set Your RC Slipper Clutch
What Is a Slipper Clutch? A slipper clutch is a small but critical part of your RC car’s drivetrain. It is connected to the spur ... Read More
Review: Serpent F110 Formula 1
I was really excited when I got my hands on my first Formula 1 car. That all changed, however, the moment I put it on ... Read More














