Tuning your RC Car

Have you ever wondered how those little monsters can be so fast, and even then, there are always the fastest among them. In the following video you can check a few tips and tricks that you can apply to your race strategy, but also for your everyday smooth drive in the park.




Yes, tunning can be a secret difference between win or loss on your RC Tournament, or an everyday competing with your friends. Choosing the right bias or grip will make a huge difference on or of road, so we suggest that you test as much as you can and find out what does the job of preparation for the challenge that is ahead of you. Don't forget to share your experience with us in the comment box below the text! :)

Shopping for RC toys

Shopping for toys can sometimes be extremely exhausting and challenging at the same time.
While searching for the best solution, for the most value for the money, people often forget the reason why they are buying a certain toy or some part for their hobby. We are not speaking here about the situation when you forget for who you are buying the presents. We are speaking  about of the importance of the particular item, of the true meaning and whether you really need it.

Have you ever thought that you are buying something just because it is the current trend, or just because it is the next model of a toy you owned, please read on. You will find the most common ways of shopping for RC items in following lines.

The Sale

First of all, the most popular type of shopping, her majesty - The Sale. A fantastic product of the human nature where all we ever wanted is available for much less than we had to pay before. It is also very popular in the RC industry, as a growing trend. All we have to do is to wait a little bit and that Spitfire, or some monster truck model can be ours, and we can even save some money with that toy. Pretty simple, huh? But the resisting the advertising and that waiting part is the problem. Wait, there are more examples o shopping for toys.


On-line vs. traditional shopping for RC toys
There are certain people who still more enjoy the whole ritual of shopping more than the final product. They like to check every corner of the store, turn each an every product that is in stock and it really doesn't matter if they bought something, as long as they have the opportunity to examine the goods closer. Eventually they will buy something, but the whole experience of physical presence is important to them during shopping. On the other hand, on-line stores and e-shops provide a different experience. While checking a certain item, many other products are displayed, so you can create a whole package of a new helicopter model with spare parts and tool, for a very short period of time. All that with saving some money, since it is known that costs of selling over the Internet is much cheaper than the cost of the store.  

New vs. used toys and parts
Most recent researches are pointing to the very serious trend of the product lifespan shortening. What does this mean? Well, first of all we have to now that every toy has a time when it is cool and the time it is not. There are exceptions for this, but we will not mention them now. If the toy is new it doesn't necessary mean that it is better than the used one. The product lifespan in every industry is defining what items will be of permanent success for all times, and what other will be a passing fad. With proper care of the toys and its sensitive parts this is also something you can make impact on, and automatically create classical toys. 

What are your experiences on shopping for toys and parts? What is your favorite way of shopping? Let us know in the comments bellow.

Coolest radio controlled toy - January 2013

R/Cinity blog is constantly searching for the world coolest radio controlled toy. As we all wait for the newest special toys announced from the future shop and similar stores, there is always an opportunity to check back for the coolest toys. Once a month we will announce our coolest toy, with an simple explanation. 


Here is our first opinion for this year! :) Check the video, and see our short explanation why is this the coolest RC toy. Be sure to leave your opinion on this one, as well as your coolest models for this month.
And now, here it is, the mighty Optimus Prime of the Transformers, made by Sportswolf3. 




Though it looks like pretty amateur radio operated toy, this one is coolest because it has an ability to transform! You just don't see that everyday. Well enjoy this video...just make sure to skip the boring several first minutes. Don't forget to leave your opinion in the comment box!

How to choose best radio controlled toy

Whether it is a gift for your special someone, or just another piece in your collection, finding the proper  radio controlled toy sometimes can be a really tough challenge. The wast amount of choices can be one of the causes for this, but all is not lost! It can be easily handled and the perfect toy for the occasion can be chosen. Second factor that causes the most hesitation is the price, but since you are already reading this blog, we can presume that you know what an investment in radio controlled toy means, and you know real value of this precious items.

Here are few tips on how you can eliminate stress that searching for a perfect toy can bring you:

1.) Ask! 
Simple, yet extremely effective when it comes down to toys, and all presents in general. Maybe it eliminates the element of surprise, but  it also gives you the assuring that you wont be making a wrong decision. Of course, in the case you are buying yourself a new toy, you should ask yourself (twice) what is the thing that you want, especially if you are on the limited budget.

2.) Detective work
Do a little research about the current trends in toys. Let's face it, no one loves having a same present twice, or even worse, a "yesterday news" in RC world. Don't be lazy and hesitate to dig in to the exploration of the market. The results will be amazing, and the final outcome will be worth of it. Just imagine the look on your face, or your special someone, when the right toy is chosen. Simply priceless!

3.) "Newest is  always the best!"
When some new and long awaited model pops up on the market it doesn't mean that this should be your next purchase. Often several competitors launch new models on a similar date, or couple of days after one another just for the sake of launching the competitive product. This can seriously affect the quality of the toy. We suggest that you forget the above mentioned quotation and that you always test the toy if you can before you buy it, or maybe read on an expert opinion in some review. On R/Cinity blog there are several reviews in preparation, so you will be soon informed about the details.    


4.) Flier, swimmer, crawler
As no human is the same when it comes to any part of the living world, same goes to the affinity towards the radio controlled toys. That is where the abundance of various brands and models is coming from. Let us imagine for a second that person is having an affection for, lets say, radio controlled boats. He has a nice collection of several boats, and naturally you would presume that the coolest super boat is a perfect gift for this fellow. Well, from a personal experience, we can tell you that it is usually something new, and out of the water, up in the sky or out on the pitch. Convert those hard core geeks out there, and let them feel something different.

5.) Spare parts can do the trick
It s not just the case that fastest or the coolest toys make the perfect gift. It often comes down to those elements that stay in the background - the spare parts. As every machine, toys often need repair and spare parts changing. This is a must if you plan on hitting the professional or hobbyist lobby. Races, hi speed crashes and collisions take their toll, and you just have to be prepared. So choose wisely. 


Any additional suggestion from your personal experience on your mind? Please share them with us in the comment box below.

R/Cinity top five radio controlled toys so far

Radio controlled toys have been a part of every child fantasy for a very long time now. It does not matter if you had one of them in your possession, or if you were just a secret admirer, there is a special place in human history for these fast little buzzers. Here is the short list of the 5 most popular radio controlled toys by R/Cinity. We hope that you will enjoy. Feel free to share your opinions in the comment box below.

5. The Fox by Tamiya

This beast literally started the off-road radio controlled racing era, along with the similar model called Frog. They ruled the `80 with the new and revolutionary part. Frog and Fox featured with a suspension that was the turning point in history of these toys. It allowed them to move off-road swiftly and very precisely. Down point was the 2WD which made this model clumsier in turns, and thus not an ideal model for fans of RC racing. Yet, it was the special jewel of its time, so it is placed on fifth position. 

4. Ultra-Micro Spitfire Mk IX BNF

Next is a fantastic replica of a WW2 viscous bird. The great Spitfire! Swift, light and very easy for maneuvers. Just as a special weapon that nearly won the war. 

One thing that fascinated most of us is that this plane does amazingly well in the wind and is very durable in sudden "accidents" that happen from time to time, even to the best pilots. Great toy overall.

3. Radio Ranger 34" Remote Control Fishing Boat

Nearly 3 feet long, this R/C Boat is designed to easy your life when it comes to catching fish! Enjoy speedy slopes on water and catch fish with the same toy!? Well what could man want more from the relaxing holiday in the nature! Amazing thing!

2. U.S M41A3 Walker Bulldog Battle Tank

With a weight of almost 4 kg this tank represents the real copy of the US Army classic weapon. With the real smoke and sound effects that are included in whole package we agreed that this is a real runner up to the best hobby toy.

Just to mention the thing with that whole smoke feature, which is great btw - it lasts for a pretty short period of time, and it is extremely hard to find a "refill" for it. 

1. Syma S107/S107G R/C Helicopter

The ultimate champion among R/C toys according to pieces sold on-line is Syma.

Very easy to handle chopper, equipped with gyro for stunning and punctual movement. There is a remote controller with a pair of joysticks that provides even more precise control, so we can easily say that this baby is a best buy flying radio controlled toy so far. It is cheap, very easy to use, durable with spare parts easy to find and replace in case of need. Every hobbyist dream. 

These are the models that we found top five among the ones we tested. Please let us know about your favorite radio controlled toys of all times? Share your R/Cinity with us! :)

The story behind R/Cinity

R/Cinity is created from the pure enthusiasm for radio controlled toys and the love for the hobby that stands behind it. No matter whether it is a plane, boat, car or a chopper, it was always the pure fascination for many children around the world, but also for their parents too. 

R/Cinity is interested exactly  in these kind of fascinations, and those little fast and buzzy things that provoke them.  

Just the sense of controlling something had given a man a certain feeling of power throughout the history. Probably therefore is the necessity of the human kind to develop better, faster and funnier toys.

Speaking of history of radio controlled toys, most detailed overview you can check on following Link.

R/Cinity will try to be more detail oriented for all questions about radio controlled toys and everything that is related to them. Also, advices are more than welcome since we will try to make this blog fly like one of these beauties on the pictures below. 

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