Riz Davis

History of Toy Robots

Times have certainly changed - just look at what kids are playing with these days. While toy cars and dolls may still keep youngsters entertained, popular playthings of the new generation include video games, remote control toys, and toy robots. The or... Read >

Get to Know Some Remote Control Truck Jargons

When starting a new hobby, it is certainly important for one to become familiar with the terms often used in that field. Of course, the world of remote control trucks is no exception; it also has a language of its own. ARR/RTR - Some remote control tr... Read >

Tips on Flying Remote Control Helicopters

Flying remote control helicopters is actually harder than it looks. But the good news is, necessary skills can be learned with a little bit of patience and a lot of practice. The following tips are intended to help one in preparing to become a pilot of re... Read >

Dissecting Remote Control Cars

Electric remote control cars use high capacity compact batteries to drive brushed or brushless motors via an electronic speed control. They run on small but powerful electric motors and rechargeable nickel metal hydride, nickel-cadmium, or lithium polymer... Read >

Origins of the Remote Control Car

The beginnings of the remote control car can be traced back to the 1940s, when small, nitromethane-powered engines first entered the market. At the time, the only way to control an engine-powered model car was with a tether. While these cars were fast, th... Read >

Types of Remote Control Boats

Remote control boats come in all shapes and sizes. Each type offers something different - sailboats are for lazy, relaxing afternoons, while racing boats offer an adrenaline rush to those who are looking for excitement. Sport boats. Sport remote cont... Read >

Tips on Flying Remote Control Airplanes

People who have never flown remote control airplanes before may be a bit hesitant to do so for fear of crashing their new toys. The following tips will help one become more confident when piloting remote control airplanes. 1. Never fly on a very wind... Read >

Performing Tricks with RC Helicopters

Once you're familiar with flying RC helicopters, the next step that you're most likely to take is learning how to perform tricks. There are a number of tricks that can be done with RC helicopters, and each one is just as exciting as the next. Performing t... Read >