I just recently decided to buy my son an RC truck, so that we could spend some quality father-son time outside because I felt like he was missing out on all the potential outdoor fun from sitting on the computer or in front of the TV all the time. Suffice to say, we've been playing with it almost every day for the past few weeks, and I couldn't be happier I made that choice. If you want to get your kid to step into the scary outdoor world, getting him an RC toy may be the best way to convince him to.
However, the RC toy market is actually larger than I thought, so I had to put in quite a bit of research before I made the buying decision. That being said, I want to share what I've learned so that others like myself can make a well-informed buying decision. Because, frankly, RC toys aren't the most affordable ones out there.
First and foremost, pick something that's easy for beginners to drive. This might seem like a no-brainer, but it's more difficult than you think. Most RC trucks and reviews online are meant for experienced adults who want fast and more advanced trucks. So finding an RC truck that's kid-friendly requires special consideration. I got one that utilizes a brushed electric motor, which does it just right for us. We don't need gas or nitro, because we're not really planning on competing. Brushed electric motors are fast enough for us, and the model we got also has a "training" mode that slightly slows it down so we stay out of trouble. Moreover, we have the option to upgrade to a brushless motor if we decide we want to take it to the next level.
