Steel City Hobbies staff headed to Chicago Illinois on October 14, 2004
to see what is hot at the 2004 International Model & Hobby Expo.
Check in with the store for the latest upgrades, models and events for
the coming year!
Other notes: We were disappointed to learn that some vendors such as
Hardcore and Integy did not show up. The show was a little smaller this
year but it still offered a lot of quality. Team Losi's new Drake truck
is very nice and will be hot. From first glance the truck does not look
like much was changed. However, the subtle changes make for a nice
upgrade, although we feel more could have been done to make it a true
overhaul. The Mini-T is more of the same, although it will be nice
for those who want to add their own ingredients such as electronics,
etc. It already has beefed up parts, so that is a good start. It is
not in kit form, which may disappoint some who like to build kits.
The touring car was a little disappointing as well, but the attempt
to “center” the weight is good. Adding a second belt may
sway the “in-between” people who are undecided between
belt/shaft driven. I may stick with the Graphite
XXX-S until all the bugs are worked out of this one.
Team Associated introduced its answer to the Mini-T... very nice and
with 4WD! Thumbs up from SCH on this one.
More notes coming!
