HorizonHobby.com Review - Electrix RC Boost 2WD Buggy

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Boost 2WD Buggy- Orange
http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=ECX3000

Boost 2WD Buggy - Blue
http://www.horizonhobby.com/Products/Default.aspx?ProdID=ECX3100


There's no denying that Electrix RC has absolutely nailed the entry-level audience with their two previous vehicles, the Circuit Stadium Truck and the Ruckus 2WD Monster Truck, since they're incredibly easy to setup, user friendly and most importantly, fun machines to simply go out and bash around with. Their latest project, the Boost™ 2WD Buggy, looks to capitalize on the rebirth of the 2WD electric buggy class and provide one of the easiest ways to get into RC.
The Boost doesn't reinvent the wheel so much as it continues down the path the Circuit and Ruckus blazed before it. Constructed out of durable composites and including absolutely everything someone would need to get started right in the box, the Boost has incredible potential. We packed up our gear and headed out to Eli Field, the same location that we reviewed both the Circuit and the Ruckus, and had an afternoon of fun.

The Boost is exactly what it is set out to be; a fast, fun, durable and good handling buggy. I think the biggest endorsement for the Boost was something that happened after the camera stopped rolling. I handed the transmitter off to our videographer, Jack, so he could get some laps in as I took some photos for our Facebook page with my cell phone. Jack has some previous RC experience, but I think even he'd admit he's far from a hardcore RC guy. It took just a lap or two for him to find his comfort level as he started turning better and better laps. This is exactly what we need in RC and what the Boost delivers. Much like how the Blade mCX-series of helis provide people the right first-step into the world of RC flight, the Boost provides the right first-step into the world of RC cars. I know I've said it over and over, but the Electrix RC vehicles in-general, and the Boost specifically, are the ideal sort of vehicles to get anyone into the hobby quickly and easily. Everything is here to provide the perfect foundation to build upon as you grow and develop your skills. I know my kids have been bugging me to take them with me to the racetrack and I've been hesitant to let them drive my personal race machines. The Boost from Electrix RC, however, is the perfect fit for their needs and I look forward to watching them have a blast.

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[carlos55629]

where did you get it i cant find it someone please tell me asap

[HorizonRCdotCom]

@carlos55629 You can go to our website and order from there or any authorized ECX dealer would be able to get it for you too.

[Staby27]

How fast can it go

[HorizonRCdotCom]

@Staby27 Out of the box between 18-20MPH

[nicholas2090]

can i run a 2s lipos out of the box

[HorizonRCdotCom]

@nicholas2090 Yes, however the stock ESC does not have a LiPo cutoff. If you're going to use LiPos I'd recommend picking up a Li-Po Voltage Regulator by Dynamite, DYN4070 is the Part Number

[dirtmerchant18]

why not do an unbiased review?

[exile182]

Everyone wants a lot for very little, its not waterproof to keep cost down, not everyone should be well off to enjoy a simple street or dirt bashing, I race 1/10 scale short course, ST's and I compete with 3D and giant scale planes. Its not all about have thing biggest and most expensive, its about the fun, and knowing what market to go for. Plus if they make this 12t brushless wtih 5000mah 4cell lipo the price goes up! lol

[TheArfdog]

If I want a cheap buggy, at least I'd want it to look cool. This just looks like a knockoff. Who wants a knockoff? For $120 i'll get a Tamiya.

[GESSICAR69]

@HorizonRCdotCom I like this Boost..i run with Lipo and i don't have aDYN4070... it's hazardous?

[MIkloven53]

and the durability is not that well

[MIkloven53]

i have my own and the axels come off A LOT >:(