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!

RC Radio Switch Select Explained

RC Radio Switch Select Explained

What Is Switch Select? Switch Select is a function in advanced RC radio systems that allows you to assign specific features, adjustments or functions to ... Read More

Fantom Racing Helix V2.1 Brushless Motors

Fantom Racing Helix V2.1 Brushless Motors

The Helix V2.1 brushless motors are on the way from Fantom Racing. These motors are an updated version to the V2 models and are designed ... Read More

Team Saxo 190mm GT Body

Team Saxo 190mm GT Body

Team Saxo's new 190mm GT body is incredibly low, taking advantage of the current crop of laydown-front-shock cars. A large front window on the cab ... Read More

Team Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit

Team Associated RC8B4.2 Team Kit

The new RC8B4.2 is the latest in the long line of 1/8 scale offroaders from Team Associated. It comes with a host of new features ... Read More

RC Radio S.Bus Servo Explained

RC Radio S.Bus Servo Explained

What Is S.Bus Servo? S.Bus Servo is a digital communication system used in advanced RC radio equipment. Instead of each servo requiring its own dedicated ... Read More

RC Radio CPS Mixing Explained

RC Radio CPS Mixing Explained

What Is CPS Mixing? CPS Mixing is a programmable radio function that links two or more channels or control inputs together to create a customized ... Read More

RC Radio Channel Limiter Explained

RC Radio Channel Limiter Explained

What Is A Channel Limiter Channel Limiter is a function found in many advanced RC radio systems that restricts the usable range of a specific ... Read More

RC Radio Throttle Curve (Expo) Explained

RC Radio Throttle Curve (Expo) Explained

What Is Throttle Curve (Expo)? Throttle Curve (Expo) is an RC radio setting that changes how throttle input from the transmitter is delivered to the ... Read More

RC Radio Telemetry Explained

RC Radio Telemetry Explained

What Is Telemetry? Telemetry is a two-way communication system between your RC vehicle and your RC Radio system. Instead of only sending commands from the ... Read More

RC Radio Sub Trim Explained

RC Radio Sub Trim Explained

What Is Sub Trim? Sub Trim is an electronic adjustment in an RC radio system that changes the neutral center position of a servo without ... Read More

RC Radio Steering Trim Explained

RC Radio Steering Trim Explained

What Is Steering Trim Steering Trim is an RC radio system adjustment that changes the neutral position of the steering servo without physically adjusting the ... Read More

RC Radio Steering Curve (Expo) Explained

RC Radio Steering Curve (Expo) Explained

What Is Steering Curve (Expo)? Steering Curve (or Expo) changes the relationship between steering wheel movement on the transmitter and steering output at the servo. ... Read More

RC Radio Sensor List Explained

RC Radio Sensor List Explained

What Is A Sensor List? Sensor List is a menu found in many advanced RC radio systems that displays all connected telemetry sensors currently communicating ... Read More

RC Radio Response Explained

RC Radio Response Explained

What Is Response? Response is an RC radio system setting that adjusts how quickly the servo or ESC reacts to your transmitter inputs. It changes ... Read More

RC Radio Program Mixing Explained

RC Radio Program Mixing Explained

What Is Program Mixing? Program Mixing is a customizable radio function that links one control input to another output channel. In simple terms, it allows ... Read More