| There are several factors to consider before | | | | they come with a much more sophisticated radio |
| choosing which type of rc cars to buy. "Don't just | | | | control transmitter. |
| jump in head first", says Michael Holland, creator | | | | Capable of reaching speeds of up to 80 miles per |
| of an new Web site dedicated to radio controlled | | | | hour (with the amazing Schumacher Nitro SST |
| cars and trucks. | | | | Fusion model), these cars provide intense thrills for |
| Making the correct choices, up front, can save | | | | people of all ages. |
| you a lot of time and money down the road. | | | | If you opt to buy the high-ticket models of rc |
| First, it is important to determine who will be the | | | | cars, your expenses don't stop with the initial |
| primary user of the cars. This will help ensure that | | | | purchase. |
| you don't start off with a car that is far beyond | | | | There are fuels costs, maintenance costs, and |
| the child's ability to operate. | | | | money that you'll want to spend on all of those |
| Choosing the right starter radio control car can | | | | very cool accessories such as custom wheels and |
| often mean the difference between building a | | | | tires, enhanced radio transmitters, light kits, |
| long-lasting family hobby, or having one more | | | | custom shock absorbers, carrying cases, display |
| piece of plastic ending up in the toy box. | | | | stands, souped-up engines, and a lot more. |
| If the intended user is a young child, say under 13, | | | | If you are just starting out in the rc car hobby, I |
| then you might be better off purchasing the | | | | suggest that you purchase one of the inexpensive |
| relatively inexpensive mini rc cars that run on | | | | electric or gas models first. This will enable you to |
| batteries. Not only are they inexpensive (often | | | | get the hang of the hobby without investing a lot. |
| selling for under $20), but they are safe to | | | | If you decide that you're hooked, you can always |
| operate in that they use no flamable gas and | | | | trade up to the more powerful (and expensive) |
| they include a low-voltage battery charger. | | | | models. |
| If an adult or older child will be using the rc cars, | | | | One of the great things about being a rc car |
| then you have a much wider selection to choose | | | | hobbyist is how many other people share your |
| from. Of course, the mini cars are fun for all | | | | interests. There are thousands upon thousands of |
| ages, but there are also larger all-electronic cars | | | | enthusiasts in the U.S. alone. |
| as well as beefy gas-powered vehicles, and even | | | | You'll find clubs, race teams, retailers, magazines, |
| Nitro powered monsters! | | | | Internet user groups, book, and even videos that |
| Expect to pay anywhere from fifty dollars to | | | | will help you learn more, meet new friends, and |
| hundreds of dollars for the "big kid" rc cars. Not | | | | stay current on the happenings on this great |
| only are the cars bigger and more powerful, but | | | | family hobby. |