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RC Excursions
Приєднався 25 жов 2020
Focusing on the Rc rock-crawling world, welcome to RC Excursions! Watch as we travel to large events, compete in competitions, hit trails, and build epic courses in our backyard!
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6 High Value Upgrades for RC Rock Crawlers
In this episode of RC Excursions, I compile a list of low cost, but high value upgrades for your crawler. So if your upgrading or building a crawler there’s something for you in this video!
Links to all of the items:
Fly Sky FS-GT3B Remote (my favorite item on this list): www.amazon.com/Flysky-FS-GT3B-Control-Transmitter-Receiver/dp/B07NSS48R6/ref=sr_1_3?crid=25RJ6ZDQOR0CW&keywords=flysky+fs-gt3b&qid=1672431216&sprefix=%2Caps%2C934&sr=8-3
HobbyWing QuicRun WP-Crawler ESC: www.amazon.com/Hobbywing-Electronic-Controller-Waterproof-XT60-Plug/dp/B07GV7WBY4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3P5QGGZ6CAAG3&keywords=hobbywing+1080+crawler+esc&qid=1672431315&sprefix=%2Caps%2C267&sr=8-1
Reedy Randon 16t 5-Slot Motor: www.amazon.com/Team-Associated-ASC27424-Electric-Accessories/dp/B07QNZN1J6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1GJLCAFNOZT8I&keywords=reedy+radon+16t&qid=1672431369&sprefix=%2Caps%2C210&sr=8-1
Steering Servo (NOT cheap, but I recommend it): holmeshobbies.com/servos/shv500-lp-servo.html
J-Concepts Landmine Tires (my favorite tire): www.amazon.com/Concepts-Landmines-Compound-Scaler-JCO315602/dp/B082592LPW/ref=sr_1_2?crid=32U41JSZ5DX8V&keywords=j+concepts+1.9+crawler+tires&qid=1672431586&sprefix=%2Caps%2C194&sr=8-2
E-Bay Axles: www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=rc+rock+crawler+axles&_sop=12
E-Bay wheels: www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=rc+rock+crawler+wheels&_sop=12
Once again guys, thanks for watching!
#rcrockcrawling
Links to all of the items:
Fly Sky FS-GT3B Remote (my favorite item on this list): www.amazon.com/Flysky-FS-GT3B-Control-Transmitter-Receiver/dp/B07NSS48R6/ref=sr_1_3?crid=25RJ6ZDQOR0CW&keywords=flysky+fs-gt3b&qid=1672431216&sprefix=%2Caps%2C934&sr=8-3
HobbyWing QuicRun WP-Crawler ESC: www.amazon.com/Hobbywing-Electronic-Controller-Waterproof-XT60-Plug/dp/B07GV7WBY4/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3P5QGGZ6CAAG3&keywords=hobbywing+1080+crawler+esc&qid=1672431315&sprefix=%2Caps%2C267&sr=8-1
Reedy Randon 16t 5-Slot Motor: www.amazon.com/Team-Associated-ASC27424-Electric-Accessories/dp/B07QNZN1J6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1GJLCAFNOZT8I&keywords=reedy+radon+16t&qid=1672431369&sprefix=%2Caps%2C210&sr=8-1
Steering Servo (NOT cheap, but I recommend it): holmeshobbies.com/servos/shv500-lp-servo.html
J-Concepts Landmine Tires (my favorite tire): www.amazon.com/Concepts-Landmines-Compound-Scaler-JCO315602/dp/B082592LPW/ref=sr_1_2?crid=32U41JSZ5DX8V&keywords=j+concepts+1.9+crawler+tires&qid=1672431586&sprefix=%2Caps%2C194&sr=8-2
E-Bay Axles: www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=rc+rock+crawler+axles&_sop=12
E-Bay wheels: www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=rc+rock+crawler+wheels&_sop=12
Once again guys, thanks for watching!
#rcrockcrawling
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KCRC: Poker Run at Swope Park
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In In this episode of RC Excursions, we make the journey to Swope Park to compete in KCRC’s 3-mile longpoker run. This one was pretty great as they had an epic raffle at the end courtesy of the event’s sponsors. Big thanks to the wonderful companies who sponsored this event! Like the music used in this video? Use music like this in your videos too! (I get all my music from epidemic sound...
Building an IMPOSSIBLE Stair-Step Climb | Operation: Backyard Crawler Course (Ep 4)
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In this episode of RC Excursions, I complete the east side of our course with a virtually impossible stair-step climb. Hope you enjoy the video! Enjoying course building content like this? Here’s the entire series! ⬇️ Episode 1: ua-cam.com/video/A9iszhkFvGQ/v-deo.html Episode 2: ua-cam.com/video/9QDh6qQ6qj4/v-deo.html Episode 3: ua-cam.com/video/xps_80DPoyA/v-deo.html All the music in this vide...
RC Trail Run at Swope Park: Lower Wudchuk Run | KCRC
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In this episode of RC Excursions, we once again head to Swope Park with the KCRC group, not to comp this time, but to conquer the two-mile long trail, “Lower Wudchuk Run.” My Axial Wraith takes an absolute beating on this trail. Thanks for watching! Also, don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe…. ….and ring the notification bell to be the first to see the latest uploads!
KCRC: Watt’s Mill Season Opener
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In this episode of RC Excursions, I cover part of KCRC’s Watt’s Mill season opener, for the 2022 RC season. Had a blast there, and hope you guys enjoy the video! And don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe…. …and ring the notification bell so you don’t miss the latest videos!
How To Service an RC Rock Crawler: Getting Prepared For the Next Season
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In this episode of RC Excursions, I go through how to get your vehicle prepared for the next big season of crawling. This is a very important thing to do every winter in this hobby, and you’ll find it’s actually an incredibly simple process, that doesn’t take much time. Also, don’t forget to like the video, comment, subscribe…. …and ring that notification bell so you don’t miss the latest video...
Building Intense Comp Lines on Our Course | Operation: Backyard Crawler Course (Ep 3)
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In this episode of RC Excursions, I build a nearly vertical testing ground for our new Class 2 comp crawler. Watch ‘till the end to see how it turns out! Enjoying this series? Check out all of our episodes!⬇️ (Ep 1) ua-cam.com/video/A9iszhkFvGQ/v-deo.html (Ep 2) ua-cam.com/video/9QDh6qQ6qj4/v-deo.html Thanks for all the suggestions, subscriber request build hopefully coming soon! All of the mus...
Crawlapalooza 2021 Day 3: Sunday Sends and Conclusion
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After an amazing two days at Disney, we wrap it up on day 3, by watching some U4 racing and a little bit of the Super class. Definitely had an amazing time, I would recommend this event to anyone into RC rock crawling! The Folks at FMS did an awesome job putting together this event, and I’m looking forward to next years! Be sure to subscribe, like, comment, and ring the notification bell! #Disn...
Crawlapalooza 2021 Day 2: the Excursion Continues
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Our adventures continue in Disney, on day 2 with the two-mile long Poker run and some full-size action! The modified class is covered, as well as the awards. Huge shout out to the folks at FMS for putting on this great event! Check out day 1:⬇️ ua-cam.com/video/J2dCQJvOTI0/v-deo.html Also don’t for get to like, subscribe, comment, and ring the notification bell, to see day 3 as soon as It relea...
Crawlapalooza 2021 Day 1: Welcome to Oklahoma
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In this episode of Rc Excursions, we make the four-hour journey to Disney, Oklahoma, to take part in the largest Rc rock-crawling event in the Midwest, Crawlapalooza. This year is the 15th anniversary of this event, making it the longest running Rc rock crawling event in America. This video follows what our experience was like, and covers the highlights of class 3. It was awesome seeing some of...
KCRC Night Run at Kansas City’s Craziest Backyard Crawler Course: The MCC
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In this episode of Rc Excursions, Ryan McCourt hosts the whole KCRC club in his backyard, for a night run! Unlike our simple courses you see being built, Mr. McCourt takes it to the absolute next level, with bucket loads of sky-high bridges, rock gardens like you wouldn’t believe it, and a full-size S-10 truck cab covered in bridges and rock. If you ever get the chance to visit this place, defi...
KCRC SORRCA Class 2 Comp
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Honestly, this is one of the sketchiest places I’ve ever rock crawled at. In this episode of Rc Excursions, KCRC continues their SORRCA class 2 competition series at Blue River Park, a collection of bike trails in Kansas City. Our first course location was a nice rock slab, overlooking a wide creek. Our second was under a Graffitied bridge that had constant vehicle traffic. Super hard courses, ...
Adding a NASTY Hill Climb to Our Course | Operation: Backyard Crawler Course (Ep 2)
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In this episode of Rc Excursions, I create a super technical hill climb, to put our rigs to the ultimate test! Check out the first episode in this series ➡️: ua-cam.com/video/A9iszhkFvGQ/v-deo.html Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and hit the notification bell! #diy
How To Build A Realistic RC Rock Crawler Course | Operation Backyard Crawler Course (Ep 1)
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In this episode of RC Excursions, I turn an ugly, overgrown ditch, into a super-realistic scale course. Follow along and watch the whole project unfold! I hope I inspire you to build your own. And don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and hit the notification bell!
KCRC Class Two, Points Comp
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In this episode of Rc Excursions, KCRC takes us to the backwoods of Swope Park, a MTB hotspot in Kansas City, for an insane class two points comp. Dodging mountain bikers, and battling the 100° degree heat, watch as the group descends onto this technical puzzle. Here’s the official results: 1st: Ryan Mc -13 PTS. 2nd: Matt H. - 8 PTS 3rd: Jerry J. 2 PTS 4th: Robert P. 5 PTS 5th: Tyler D. 16 PTS ...
Rc Rock Crawling in a Creek: Crawling on the Fourth of July
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Rc Rock Crawling in a Creek: Crawling on the Fourth of July
Rc Excursions At the Park: Element 1/24 Scale Invasion
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Rc Excursions At the Park: Element 1/24 Scale Invasion
Thank you so much for these 3 videos. I appreciate them very much. It's just the kind of info I've been looking for. In addition to being helpful, these videos are very well done. Your videography and editing are top notch. That's what makes these not only helpful but enjoyable to watch. Thanks again!😀
Thanks a lot!
Very well done Video! I especially like the way you staged the products! I love my Landmines! I need another set so I can do Fair Head-to-Head Comparisons. I've blown two 1080s. I think they were running the same motor just like the one you showed. A 16t five slot on 3s. I blame the motor after the same thing happening twice.
Thank you very much! I really appreciate that you enjoyed the staging, that was not easy with a GoPro!
Looked so great and I really admired it… Until you opened the first bag of concrete. Man did you see concrete in nature before? At least you could have spent 30 minutes more to clean up these nice natural stones. 😦 My personal opinion
I’ll admit, I would never use concrete in the same way I did for this project, you live and you learn I suppose… That being said, my decision to apply concrete to the course-and I forgot to mention this in the video-was mainly to add strength and durability. I got the idea from a guy in our local group, who had his own backyard course on which many an event was hosted. He filled the gaps between rocks in order to armor it against the amount of foot traffic it would have to endure. I have a lot of siblings who like to play on the rocks, so resilience was key. Also the course was built in a drainage ditch, so I wanted it to hold up against water. I know I said that concrete would “make it look better.” What I meant was that it would give the course a more completed look, or at least that’s what I was going for. Unfortunately, I mixed the concrete too thick, and it didn’t fill in the gaps as I had intended. However, I have found a better method, and that is to apply the concrete in its dry state, sweeping it into the cracks, and then misting the course with water. I have found the results quite satisfactory, in terms of aesthetics and functionality. I’ve also noticed, after two years of using the course, is that concrete (if filled in properly of course) keeps weeds from growing through the rocks. …Anyway, sorry for the editorial, but I figured this was the best way to answer your critique. Thanks for the feedback and for watching, have fun building your course!
Great video! I was expecting to see a little bit of roots or wood (not from home depot) that you can find around the area.
What happened to your videos? There hasen't been a new release for a year.
I know… Truth be told, I’m just in a different place in life right now, and I no longer have the same amount of time at my disposal to create content for UA-cam. Video production is something I’m still passionate about, but trying to balance my daily duties with a UA-cam channel is more arduous and frustrating than fun and rewarding. However, I loved making these videos very much, and it brings me great pleasure to hear that you enjoyed them. Hopefully this summer I’ll be able to create some content, but until then, I’m afraid school and work must come first. Thank you for watching!
Hi I have just subscribed
2 years later.... I really enjoyed your building a trail course at home series. I am beginning to build a course at my home and I am always looking for new/different ways of doing it. Thank you for your input in my mental build before I continue physically adding obstacles and such.😊
Thank you for your comment! I enjoyed making this series very much to say the least, and I’m happy that it has inspired others to construct their own courses. Unfortunately, I’m unable to produce anymore videos due to my current situation in life. I might potentially upload an update on the course (I’ve added on to it…), but I’ll have to see. Anyways, thanks for watching, and have a good one!
Why am I calling them rocks 🪨 that first hole 🕳️ you dig at the top was for a bolder 😅
I have recently started building my own area. its mainly for 1/24th and 1/18th, with an area for 1/12 to 1/10th. nice work with yours
Thanks!
Youve worked so hard on the rocks and have done a great job. Its good that you have to use the cord to help you up, its not going to be easy so theres a good chane your not last but hey if you are and you enjoyed it then last is just a place, as long as you had fun on the journey. Keep up the great work and enthusiasm for RC crawling. Its great to see younger people getting into the hobby like you.
Thanks a lot!
Underrated channel 💯💯🎉
I am tired of seeing crawler tracks with heaps of wood bridges and plastic everywhere, this is a welcome change 🎉
Thanks so much! I prefer a more natural setting as well, though I don’t mind adding bridges in areas where it would make sense, like crossing a small canyon or something.
Great work dude. I watched the whole build series. Awesome. I know you said at one point to start at either the bottom or the top, but I can’t remember which way around it was?! Just about to start building something like your technical section by the tree.
Glad you enjoyed the series! I prefer to build from the bottom of the course on up, because (in my experience anyway) the finished product looks more natural. Have fun building your course!
Awesome, liked and subbed.👍👍👍
Looks like what you have created will help you to bring home the first place trophies all the time. Amazing job with all four videos, you worked hard to get this done but I’m sure you feel it was worth every drop of sweat. Thanks for sharing and good luck in future comps.
Thanks a lot!
Rope bridge over the creek 🤌
We’ll see..
I love all the work you’ve put into this trail and obstacle course. I would love to give it a try.
New to the area. Half of youtube swope park says shootings and side shows lol Is there a rc place in the mix of all that or is this a diff place? Is there a address or restaurant near for reference? Thank you🎉
Sorry it took me so long to reply to your comment, I just saw it. There’s no dedicated place for RC Rock Crawlers, we just run the public trail system. In this video we did Lower Wudchuk Run and came back on Middle Wudchuck Run. Both trails are easily found on the big map by the parking lot (or TrailForks). Though my personal favorite trail is Wudchuk Run. I’ve yet to have a bad experience at Swope Park, and Hikers and bikers are always friendly. As for the location of this trail system I’ll make it easy for you by dropping a link here: www.google.com/maps/place/Swope+Park+Trails+-+Wudchuk+Run+Trail+Head/@38.9870253,-94.51656,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x87c0e42908606a21:0x15766f2a06e85015!8m2!3d38.9870212!4d-94.5139851!16s%2Fg%2F11bw47mrjf. Thanks for the comment and welcome to the area!
man your videos are just 👌👌
Thanks!
@@rcexcursions your welcome
Step one. Own a couple acres with no one living close by. 2 I can't dig unless I make a few calls seeing that its guaranteed you will hit some line hopefully not electric. 3 Not be married. If so either you won the lottery or will need to in order to let your wife shop enough to allow you to dig up her yard. 4. Accept that your friends/family will think you lost your mind "See Richard Drefus" in Close Encounters. 5. Be physically/mentally strong enough to do it.
Pretty much.
Nice video man but I think I would have just set the rocks in there and put my dirt in between them would have saved you a day of work
Thanks for the suggestion! I used concrete to make the course look more complete and to hold up to the drainage it will take on. I built this course a year ago, and besides a couple of loose rocks, it’s still the same course. The same can’t be said for courses I’ve built without using concrete.
You had a good video going. But you lost me when you said 40 dallor axles are just as strong as the 400 dallor axles. That part is very false.
Thanks for the comment! While I can’t see the $400 axles being stronger than a budget set, think of how many $40 axles you can break before you hit the price of a premium pair. Of course a Vanquish set is going to be better quality, but you’re saving up to $360, and that’s the point of this video. Each to their own I guess, but people at a budget will find the cheaper E-bay axles a satisfactory upgrade.
@@rcexcursions I found the gears wore out quickly and parts aren't available. They look good on something that won't get run constantly.
Nice 👍🏾
So simple but awesome video. Keep it going man! Subscribed!
Hello, your channel popped up on UA-cam today while I was tuning into the King of Hammers race. I think you are onto something good here. You should build your channel on finding the best cheap, or affordable rc parts and reviewing them. I haven’t seen anyone else doing this. Post links to where you found them for the rest of us. I have a OG Wraith, Deadbolt and Base Camp all stock. I told myself I’m not going to spend big money on upgrades and since I haven’t broken anything on these cars yet I’m still having fun just the way they came out of the box. Thanks
Thanks!
A poor man pays twice. You can't compare CCP cast "alloy" with US CnC billet. Well... you can, but you shouldn't.
Amazon and eBay are two places I have got deals for parts
Great video! New sub🎉🎉🎉
I am always on the lookout for upholstery foam at yardsales to make my own tire foams.
That’s cool! A decent set of foams is ridiculously expensive. Thanks for the suggestion!
He's back
Hey Brian! This year has been surprisingly busy for me and I haven’t had time to make videos. Hopefully next year will be a little more calm. Thanks for watching, and happy new year!
Cool rc's and awesome crawling adventures
Nice RC goodies and information, subscribed new friend
Thanks!
Have you tired the EcoPower servos? I needed a servo right when my RTR one in the Enduro went out and all the hobby shop has them at the time and I haven't even thought of changing it yet
No, I haven’t tried one of those yet. Currently my go-to servo is a Holmes Hobbies SHV-500. But I’ll have to check them out! Thanks for the suggestion!
@@rcexcursions EcoPower is a really good servo but I think the Holmes servos are better, if they're in stock. That's why I ended up with my first EcoPower, I couldn't get a Holmes!
Wow, what a great accomplishment very few people have that much drive to do that, outstanding job young man looks like a professional job very cool well thought out, fun to watch, from the background looks like Illinois farm ground.
Thanks so much! By the way that’s Kansas farm ground:)
You should add a trailer
Looks awesome!!!
Great little video for those new to the hobby. Thanks
Fantastic video for a beginner to the hobby thanks. New sub
Thanks for the support!
Gate 5 was insane! Excellent video sir! Do you do the comps with a family member? I'm looking at getting a second crawler for my grandson so we can go have some fun.
I am really enjoying these videos. You do such a great job with them. Plus the area you are in is super nice! I love seeing farm land like that. Coming in last means one thing, you have learning to do. That is all it means. I've never done a competition for RC crawling before but I am interested in it. Just my funds are tight and probably will be until next year in 2023.
Man your videos have given me a great idea for a course here at my house. Although it will serve multiple purposes. Water run off, rc crawling, and a jump/technical area for my mountain bike. Love these vids. Great work!
Thanks!
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Is there a video that details the truck?
No, but I gave a description of everything on it when I replied to Indy bama’s comment in this comment section.
nice sir 👍👍🙏🏻
It's a very good place, friends👍😆👌
Nice video bud, that day was a little hard on my rig too. Last quarter of it had to walk the rig out,but it was a fun day.
Super awesome Video cool 🏆!
Thanks for watching!
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Bro you're finally uploading again
Yes sir!
nice videoo, keep uploading!!
good job, this channel will grow