 Best $200 I've Spent in a Long Time |
| Review Date: March 31, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Joel L. Palmer, Germany |
There are a lot of things that can be said about the hobby of RC, but affordable and durable generally aren't words used to describe it. That's changed with the Slash. The only thing required that isn't in the box is a battery and battery charger.
If you're a 'basher' rather than a serious racer or just a newcomer, this is the truck for you. It even has settings on the included radio for training which limit the total throttle input. The tuning, if you're into that, is adequate and allows for changes in the handling to suit your style without investing any additional dollars (though there are a a LOT of after-market hop-ups out there made specifically for this vehicle).
I received my Slash right before winter set in, a time when all the rest of my nitro RCs are hibernating! Not so with the Slash. It provided entertainment throughout the winter season. While it's not a snowmobile, it is a LOT of fun in the snow. 'Wet' runs like that are made possible by its waterproof electronics package (servo and ESC). This type of wet running isn't really possible with nitro RCs for many reasons, not the least of which is fried electronics or cracked heads.
By way of comparison, no one gets handed the controls to my nitro RCs. They're too expensive to repair. They're too fast and too easy to lose control of to FORCE those repairs. I have no hesitation, however, handing the control to others with the Slash. It's durable and stands up against bashing very well. Even if damage does occur, the replacement parts are available and reasonably priced at most online hobby stores.
The only problem I've had with my Slash is that I foolishly let my wife run it and now she wants one of her own!! |
Lookout! Coming through!
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| Review Date: July 3, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Marian M. Matsunaga, sequim,WA |
Traxxas' new Slash is a great little race truck, but you don't have to be a racer to enjoy it! It's built on a combination chassis based on the Stampede/Rustler designs, and is very stable, even at speed. The body is HUGE! though the chassis is technically 1/10th scale, the body looks more to be 1/8th scale. It departs from all other Traxxas trucks in that the wheels are covered, not sticking waaaaay out of the wheel wells a la Monster Truck. Stock, the Slash is peppy, but I put in one of Traxxas' new Velineon brushless motor and speed control systems. WOW! Now it can do wheelies on demand, and controllable powerslides around corners!
The TQ radio Traxxas includes with the Slash is adequate, but if you plan to race this truck (and the truck just begs to BE raced!), an aftermarket transmitter is advisable, as it would have the adjustments necessasry to tailor the truck to any track condition. Spektrum makes an excellent one. I also recommend a different tire/wheel combo, as the stockers aren't a good choice to race with. I replaced them with a tire/wheel combo from Pro-line, which are smaller diameter wise, but a bit wider than the stockers, and they just wake the truck up! Now the Slash can power through corners MUCH faster than before!
Traxxas has outdone itself with this truck! The Slash is a great truck to start racing with, because of it's forgiving nature in most areas, and it's exceptional handling. Some judicious application of aftermarket parts outlined above (which are obtainable here, on Amazon), will make it a truck to beat! Don't be surprised if people come up to you asking about it, because the Slash is one unique truck! |
Absolutely amazing racing truck!
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| Review Date: February 16, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Stephen R. Reynolds, richmond, va |
I also race 1/8 scale nitro buggies and purchased this truck to participate in some local Slash racing, which is becoming extremely popular all over the US.
I changed the shock oil and made some camber adjustments based on some setup suggestions from the Traxxas site and this thing is just plain amazing on a dirt track. The truck is fast, durable, simple and easy to work on. I couldn't believe how well the truck handled the bumps and ruts and is an absolute bargain for around $200. When you get a group of these together and race them side by side, it's absolutely incredible!
This would also be a great truck for someone new to RC due to the low cost, durability and simplicity. |
Slash is the RC truck I wish I had bought first!
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| Review Date: July 11, 2009 |
| Reviewer: N. Brookins, |
For starters I only run electric. I have other models from other manufacturers and wasn't expecting much out of this related to the price. This truck surprised me so much that I am a Traxxas convert. I will not buy anything other than Traxxas now.
The handling of the Slash is what sold me. The turning on the pavement is amazing to watch with the suspension in action. This is the most fun I have had driving any of my vehicles. I always upgrade my vehicles with after market products to increase the fun factor. Out of the box this RTR truck is absolutely incredible. I have been driving it in my culdesac on pavement and it handles incredibly. My buddy came and drove it and wants one for himself now.
I took it to the local off-road track and raced it around in the dirt. I didn't have to power to jump like the Nitro trucks that were at the track. However, everyone liked my Slash and said it was a good entry truck and basher.
For the price I think this is a must buy. I would like to be able to run my Lipo batteries in this vehicle. I did run it for 20 minutes to see how it would handle, knowing that I might burn it out. The power was incredible. I DO NOT RECOMMEND YOU RUN A LIPO BATTERY IN THIS VEHICLE THOUGH. It will burn it out and the potential for damage is high.
After running my durable little truck now I have bought the Spur gear, 90-tooth (48-pitch) and ran the truck for $3. Completely worth it. Just depends if you want more aggressive speeds. To access the spur gear and adjust the tightness of the tranny is incredibly easy. I like the fact that Traxxas has metal transmission components in this vehicle.
For a 2 wheel drive vehicle I am very impressed. The body makes this vehicle look larger than I thought. It is durable and can run through water. The first time I have not had to worry about that. I want another one so my son and I can race together. |
FUN FUN FUN
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| Review Date: June 25, 2009 |
| Reviewer: M. SOUSA, |
| i bought the slah for my 10 year old son his first r/c, it seems that is a bid to fast for him at first but now he's becoming a pro it is a tough truck he rolled and crashed int the curb so many times but keeps on going i saw how much fun he was having i went and got myself one for father's day now we both have fun racing each other. very durable easy to work on it,the only draw back is the batteries are too expensive the good ones anyway. |
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