Category: hobbies

  • First Drive(s): Slash 2WD

    First Drive(s): Slash 2WD

    In the last post, I mentioned that I was going to put my money where my mouth is. I recommend for new RC drivers to strongly consider the Traxxas Slash, in the two wheel drive variant. A base 2WD Slash, brushed, retails for a nickel under $180. Of course you need to add a battery…

  • A project – 2WD Slash

    A project – 2WD Slash

    Putting my money where my mouth is. I recommend the Traxxas Slash entry level model as a good starting point for getting into RC cars. Follow my journey

  • RC – Essentials

    RC – Essentials

    If you are new to the world of RC Cars, it is a good idea to begin to build out your tools and spares to support the hobby.

  • Bread Baking

    Bread Baking

    Several years in, beginning to really get the hang of baking amazing bread. This is the Overnight Country Blonde, a sourdough that is yummy

  • Want to Get Into RC Cars?

    Want to Get Into RC Cars?

    The holidays are coming, and an RC Car makes a great gift for yourself or a loved one. Some tips on what to look for, and how to navigate that first decision. Part 1 of a series.

  • Next RC: Losi Super Baja Rey 2.0

    Next RC: Losi Super Baja Rey 2.0

    The stable expands – Added a Losi Super Baja Rey 1/6th scale trophy truck. This is an absolute BEAST, and a blast to drive…

  • Airbrushing – the start

    Airbrushing – the start

    Airbrushing is a step up in the world of scale modeling, and it is as much of an art as a skill. Practice. Lots of practice is needed. And never be in a hurry.

  • Building Scale Model Kits

    Building Scale Model Kits

    More hobbies – scale model kits are rekindling an old passion, and providing an outlet.

  • Modeling – an eye opener

    Modeling – an eye opener

    When I built plastic model kits in my youth, I really was a neophyte. Now that I am older, wiser, I am rekindling that joy. But there is a bit learning curve. Time to get climbing.

  • Modeling – blast from the past

    Modeling – blast from the past

    As my hobbies grow, I am adding building of scale models like I did from my youth. The pandemic is making this harder than it should be. But it is a good thing.