I play with my kids' toys.

[Skidog]

Thanks for the heads up. I am Seattle and really only interested in the high end kids brands. The trek will be 5+ lbs heavier which is a big deal for a sub 50lb kid.

Holy wow. You do know that kid will grow like a weed and that 20" Trek @400 will seem cheap right? You fucking dentists....damn.

Sorry bad drift trying to hook up a mag. Apparently I'm "bike dumb". [emoji3]

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[Bushwacka]

What should I buy for my upcoming 5yo birthday. He thinks RC looks cool but I don't know how much use it will get, so thinking ~$50.
Some options I found on amazon, but there is likely something better in the price range.
https://www.amazon.com/UTV-Wireless-...%2C242&sr=8-45

https://www.amazon.com/DEERC-Remote-...5-e3fa93385c7d

Real money gets saved for skis and bikes but 20" mtbs are vaporware right now so will have to buy one when I can find one.

I would not get either of those, both are not real RC cars. You can spend a little more and get something actually fixable(THEY ALL BREAK) and something that is actually nice.

This is one of the best known sub 100 dollar RC cars that is actually nice.

https://www.banggood.com/Wltoys-A959...4&rmmds=search.

Trust me the extra money spent now is worth it in the headaches down the line. THe WL toys is a clone of a much nicer LC racing buggy and some part are interchangeable. Just keep it stock and order an extra motor or two since brushed motors are wear items. I also some mini bashers Id would be willing to sell but you would need to buy a charger, they are worth more than the WL toys but are much NICER.

[Bushwacka]

What are you/he looking for. A trail truck, a crawler, a rock basher, street truck....? Most of our trucks are crawler/trail trucks as we like to take them hiking. If that's what you think he'll be into, I'll echo the previous reply. Spend an extra $50, both of you will enjoy it more. I'm a big fan of Redcat products. I started my boy with an Everest 10 when he was 5, but the Ridgerock is a great truck too.

https://www.redcatracing.com/collect...crawler-2-4ghz

https://www.redcatracing.com/collect...31050565714010

x2 Again these guys all know what is up. For basher read my post above about the WL toys Buggy and for a cheap trail truck get either the Everest 10 or Gen 7 Pro. I d avoid the ridge rock because again it more trouble than it is worth.

[carlh]

The wl looks like a good option. I think it will mostly get used in the yard and local park not every weekend hiking like some on this thread. I don’t want anything fast because he will just crash it.
I was thinking of starting cheap and going nice if he really gets into it because I would rather get him into MTB with me.
Might poke around used too if there are good places to look.

[Bushwacka]

The WL toys is Medium fast. but is pretty strong and the parts that break(A arms) are pretty cheap and available in the US. I own the LC/Tacon trophy truck version and while its the real deal and not a clone, its my best smaller than 1/10 the scale I own.

[basinbeater]

I think for first rc cars, something they can play with when they want, and teach them basic driving skills without repeatedly crashing and breaking is key. Both of my kids started with one of these... Great bang for the buck. Just get rechargeable batteries as they will leave it on.
http://www.rcmania.com/maisto-rock-crawler-extreme/

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[carlh]

That looks perfect thanks

I think for first rc cars, something they can play with when they want, and teach them basic driving skills without repeatedly crashing and breaking is key. Both of my kids started with one of these... Great bang for the buck. Just get rechargeable batteries as they will leave it on.
http://www.rcmania.com/maisto-rock-crawler-extreme/

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[Touring_Sedan]

I think for first rc cars, something they can play with when they want, and teach them basic driving skills without repeatedly crashing and breaking is key. Both of my kids started with one of these... Great bang for the buck. Just get rechargeable batteries as they will leave it on.
http://www.rcmania.com/maisto-rock-crawler-extreme/

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HA! That's the first one we bought too. It sucks through the batteries, so def get a couple sets of rechargeables. It was a great rig for us, the daughter still plays with it occasionally. It might seem a bit "juvenile" but it might give you an idea if they're ready for something different. It's definitely more of a rock crawler as it's slow as fuck. The kids had a great time crawling over Duplo's in the living room and the rocks surrounding the planters in the yard. Pick up a package of body clips too. The midgets always seem to lose that when they're taking the top on and off.

[iamTRuTH]

Got out for quick hike with the tiny trucks this morning. New spot for us and lots to crawl around on.

[3s]

2 stroke
As far as i can tell this is exempt from all insurance and registering
I told my 12 y/o they dont require a license to drive which is good because he doesnt have one

[Touring_Sedan]

Got out for quick hike with the tiny trucks this morning. New spot for us and lots to crawl around on.

Oof. I've been thinking about picking one of these up for my wife. This might have sealed the deal. She pretty.

[Touring_Sedan]

2 stroke
As far as i can tell this is exempt from all insurance and registering
I told my 12 y/o they dont require a license to drive which is good because he doesnt have one

Sweeeeeeet. I've been trying to talk myself out of one of these for a few years now. What says the collective?



https://www.colemanpowersportsusa.com/products/ct200u/

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Sweeeeeeet. I've been trying to talk myself out of one of these for a few years now. What says the collective?



https://www.colemanpowersportsusa.com/products/ct200u/

Most of those pieces look like they are parts of a wheelbarrow.
You every take a wheelbarrow off a jump?

Cant take it on the highway without a headlight too

[MakersTeleMark]

Get a grom and get it over with.

[Touring_Sedan]

Get a grom and get it over with.

If I wanted a Grom, I'd get a Grom. I'm in the mood for this specifically because it isn't a Grom. I like the fact that it's a glorified lawn mower...... without the usefulness.

[iamTRuTH]

Oof. I've been thinking about picking one of these up for my wife. This might have sealed the deal. She pretty.

TRX-4 Sport kit, I got to pick my paint and electronics. It was really fun to watch my son build.

[Touring_Sedan]

TRX-4 Sport kit, I got to pick my paint and electronics. It was really fun to watch my son build.

That's actually a great idea. I think he'd have a great time building it.

[basinbeater]

Met up with my brother. Kids demanded a shot of all the rcs that made their way here. We have 5 Arrma, 1 losi, and 2 axial for 8 total. Damn.

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[basinbeater]

Messin around with phone cameras and wet pavement.


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[Skidog]

Sweeeeeeet. I've been trying to talk myself out of one of these for a few years now. What says the collective?



https://www.colemanpowersportsusa.com/products/ct200u/

Want one myself. They pop up locally all the time in farm country. Usually upgraded with predator engines and air filters. Under $500

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[Touring_Sedan]

Want one myself. They pop up locally all the time in farm country. Usually upgraded with predator engines and air filters. Under $500

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Same here, but there's about 53 different versions. How do you think it'd fly in our, (your former,) neighborhood? I want to see if I can get it through the chainlink switchback on the side entrance for Sunrise.

[Skidog]

Same here, but there's about 53 different versions. How do you think it'd fly in our, (your former,) neighborhood? I want to see if I can get it through the chainlink switchback on the side entrance for Sunrise.

When the engines been swapped I've seen em go 60mph...I'd say wtf go for it lol

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[basinbeater]

Jump action tonight.


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[basinbeater]

And my ghetto ass repair job is holding up. I need to buy a bunch of suspension parts and refresh this bitch.
The wheel bearing in that pic blew up tonight.

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[Sandbox]

Ive recently come into the possession of a bunch of radio controlled airplanes / kits / trainers and i don’t want them. In my quick research it appears they may be worth something, to someone, but I’m not too sure. Anyone have any experience / knowledge of this stuff that could give me a quick run down on if they have value or not? Main items i think MAY have value; Century Predator Gasser NIB; 2 gliders w/ electronics; Carl Goldberg “the protege” NIB; Great Planes Extra 300 Aerobatic teams with E flite 60 engine. If someone has some info please feel free to DM or post here.