Best Beginner 2WD SCT? Slash 2WD VXL vs Pro2 SC10 Racetrack Comparison

This is part 2 of a 3 part series on the Traxxas Slash 2WD VXL vs the Team Associated Pro2 SC10.
Both are brushless, both are 2WD short course trucks, and their prices are within $10 of each other. Which is really the better buy for the average consumer?
Part 1, bench comparison: • Best Beginner 2WD SCT?...
Part 3, bashing test: • Best Beginner 2WD SCT?...
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More info on the Pro2 SC10:
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LCG Slash Chassis: www.avantlink.com/click.php?t...
Video Timeline:
0:00 Intro
0:56 Setup
1:20 Slash
6:06 Pro2 SC10
9:05 Results
10:53 Closing the Gap
11:40 Next
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  • @bonifaciovelasquez9796
    @bonifaciovelasquez9796 Жыл бұрын

    This was the comparison I was hoping to find! Thank you!

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @JonnyJetson754
    @JonnyJetson754 Жыл бұрын

    Heck yes not many good SCT videos like this lately thanks!

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Glad you liked it!

  • @907arcticrc6
    @907arcticrc6 Жыл бұрын

    Awesome video and comparison of the 2 short course trucks . Thanks for sharing Have a great week and stay safe my friend Happy Holidays 👍🥶👍

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @connorfalb3534
    @connorfalb353410 ай бұрын

    Just started getting into the hobby. revived an old RC18B from team associated I got as a kid. Your videos are great! Not sure if I’ll ever race but definitely nice to see how they hold up.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    10 ай бұрын

    Great! Glad you got it running. Have fun!

  • @phillybrc
    @phillybrc Жыл бұрын

    Great vid Troy. As much as I’d love the SC. The fact that Slashes parts are everywhere means alot. I guess I can always have one of each!😊

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! The "parts availability" excuse just doesn't cut it anymore. In my opinion, that is an out-dated reason for sticking with the Slash...for 2 reasons: 1) It is 2022/2023. ALL parts for both of these vehicles are available from major retailers like AMain Hobbies and Amazon, and will typically be at your door in 2 days. So, unless you need the part at that exact minute, all of the parts are available. 2) Newer designed vehicles are more durable. Unlike the Slash which is many years old, newer designs are more durable...so parts are not needed as often. Like you said though - the best answer is to have BOTH! :)

  • @phillybrc

    @phillybrc

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RoadsideRC Ya, very true. We don t have Amain in Canada and shipping costs get old. 2 cars it is. Happy Holidays

  • @bustedaw11

    @bustedaw11

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RoadsideRC Yesssss brother! I really hope to see people start realizing there is such a better option then the slash

  • @bacongl
    @bacongl Жыл бұрын

    I been running the SC10 for like 12 years and iti s a solid truck. I even bash mine. It does break. But parts are cheap and plentiful. I much prefer it over the Slash.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the feedback!

  • @IowaBudgetRCBashers
    @IowaBudgetRCBashers Жыл бұрын

    Great comparison video!!

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT
    @BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT Жыл бұрын

    Awesome Video man!!! 😎

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks!

  • @seanwilson9117
    @seanwilson9117 Жыл бұрын

    That platform for the TA is so versatile too. The same basic bones comprise just about the best entry level 2wd SCT, 4wd SCT, and MT on the market.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Great point!

  • @reggiemoore21

    @reggiemoore21

    Жыл бұрын

    (Cough cough) Losi tt pro

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    @@reggiemoore21 TT Pro is 4WD. These are all 2WD.

  • @meanrhythm9048
    @meanrhythm9048 Жыл бұрын

    Subscribed. Really like your delivery, style and you answer all the questions I would like answered….apart from one. Could I ask if they ran on 2s or 3s (apologies if you’ve answered this elsewhere). Looking forward to bing-watching your channel and future output. Best wishes MR.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi there! Thanks for the nice comment. I ran 2S, as that is the rules for 2WD SCT racing.

  • @meanrhythm9048

    @meanrhythm9048

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you😊 I'm a born again rc guy/newbie I guess so wasn't sure. That's a really pro-looking course there and pretty big. Don't think we have anything like that in my neck of the woods i.e. big, indoor, dirt, stroll-up practice. I'm guessing you've got onsite rc shop too? Its impressive 😊 thanks again sir. MR

  • @pothole0222
    @pothole0222 Жыл бұрын

    Great video, as always, Troy! About how I expected it to go. Seems like the Slash would be OK as a first race truck, but the SC10 would be the better, and cheaper option. It was pretty obvious right from the start that the SC10 was smoother and more stable, probably due to the lower COG. I’m a self described Traxxas fanboy, so I’d likely go for the Slash if I were to try to get back into racing (haven’t raced on a track since the mid 90’s), but I’d almost certainly upgrade to a Losi (my other RC love) after a short while.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi there! I understand your fanboy status! :) Honestly - getting a Slash to race is really a waste of time. Unless there happens to be a spec-Slash class. Which RC Farm currently does not.

  • @pothole0222

    @pothole0222

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RoadsideRC I REALLY need to take a ride up there and check the place out at some point. I used to LOVE racing back in the day, but I’m not a super competitive kinda guy these days LOL

  • @donevy9784
    @donevy9784 Жыл бұрын

    Wow never thought I would want the Pro2 over the slash till just now

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    It really is a good truck!!!

  • @BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT
    @BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT Жыл бұрын

    My old SC10.2FT was totally awesome!!! So the new pro would do me a solid, almost stock out of the box. Even running the stock electronics...

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    You are right - great truck!

  • @shawnlavigne9069
    @shawnlavigne9069 Жыл бұрын

    I want to get the TA. But where I live, parts are hard to get, whereas with Traxxas parts are readily available. I'll still get the team associated pro2 sc10.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Parts are all available just a couple shipping days away!

  • @michaeldorich4485
    @michaeldorich4485 Жыл бұрын

    First, I want to say that I really liked the track. It did not have a lot of insane jumps. I expected the ProSC10 to do better. There are VXL Slashes with different bodies that sell for $299.95 on AMain and other places. If you add the price of an LCG chassis the price is similar to the ProSC10. That doesn't make it a better racer than the ProSC10. As someone mentioned below parts at your local hobby shop will lean toward the Slash. Bashing will be interesting. I have run my original SC10 on a lot of surfaces and there is very little breakage. When your test drivers basher these trucks it will be interesting to see if the Sash's rear hubs hold up.Thanks for the video.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Bashing video will come out tomorrow! Honestly - the parts availability excuse just doesn't hold water anymore. It is 2022, and all the parts from both vehicles are available from major retailers.

  • @michaeldorich4485

    @michaeldorich4485

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RoadsideRC Thanks for replying. It's been my experience working with a school club if a young driver breaks his truck he or she can call the local hobby ship and get Traxxas parts or the RPM parts for their truck the same day. Because local shops don't carry parts like they used to Associated parts are not as readily available locally. On line and on Amazon everything is available or the local shop can order things and get them quickly. But, if you need it right now Traxxas is much easier to find.

  • @low96hb
    @low96hb Жыл бұрын

    Great video.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks! Did you catch the rest of the series?

  • @low96hb

    @low96hb

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RoadsideRC Not yes, but I will I also subscribed. Good channel.

  • @donaldfite
    @donaldfite9 ай бұрын

    Do you think the active steering assist on the AE made the difference?

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    9 ай бұрын

    Great question! I had that disabled, as it is not allowed in racing.

  • @FrancoGio
    @FrancoGio8 ай бұрын

    Would like to see the 4x4 comparison of these but im guessing it will be the same but still cool to see👍

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    8 ай бұрын

    Great idea! I would love to do that as well. The TA 4x4 has recently been on a pretty good sale as well!

  • @FrancoGio

    @FrancoGio

    8 ай бұрын

    @RoadsideRC 👍so can I expect the review on these 2 4x4 later today? 👀 lol

  • @danielbaugher1798
    @danielbaugher1798 Жыл бұрын

    totaly unrealited to this video but i thought i saw a chevelle in the background of one of your videos and i was wondering if you would ever do a video on that thing.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    It is on my to-do list!

  • @danielbaugher1798

    @danielbaugher1798

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RoadsideRCcool i just got one and i always like seeing what other people have done with them

  • @foxhoundra6444
    @foxhoundra6444 Жыл бұрын

    Would you say the 22s sct or the pro2 sc10 handles better around the track?

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Pro2 by far!!!

  • @foxhoundra6444

    @foxhoundra6444

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RoadsideRC oh cool thanks for the response dood, what is it that makes it better in your opinion not counting that it's slower

  • @billyb5057
    @billyb5057 Жыл бұрын

    interesting to see them out on the track *🌲here we go with a like👍👍Au👀full view too🎅🌲*

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks Billy!

  • @jooonsRC
    @jooonsRC6 ай бұрын

    I have put my box stock TA Trophy rat against race spec slashes and I had a hard time

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    6 ай бұрын

    Interesting!

  • @ELUSIVETURTLE16
    @ELUSIVETURTLE16 Жыл бұрын

    I see in the comments people saying the sc10 is cheaper? Where? I’m trying to figure out what to go with for my first rc (oval tracks are all we have) and the slash is $199 base with radio and $60-$100 more depending on chargers and battery where as the sc10 is coming up at $340-$400, am I missing something?

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Yep! You are comparing brushed vs brushless. The brushless Slash (in this video) is much more expensive than the brushed model.

  • @ELUSIVETURTLE16

    @ELUSIVETURTLE16

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RoadsideRC ahhh I see, well atm I’d probably go burshed to start, but after a little research I’m thinking about going arrma senton 2wd and upgrading to the 4x4 conversion after I get the ropes down. Better upgrade path to the 2wd slash

  • @BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT
    @BUILTLIGHTWOUNDTIGHT Жыл бұрын

    If ur gonna backyard bash the track, I would run the Slash! And if I was going to race for serious, I'd run the pro!! I do however love a good challenge! So I would like to run the Slash against the pro, just to see if I have what it takes. Too keep up with the pro, running a backyard basher! 😈

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    It is fun to drive the underdog!

  • @maximumrpm1868
    @maximumrpm1868 Жыл бұрын

    I'm not surprised that the Team Associated was faster the slash is not known for it's insane handling capabilities . As far as durability goes I cannot speak for the Team Associated but I find that the only upgrades at the 2 wheel drive slash needs is rpm Castor blocks and bearing carriers

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    So far, so good for me on those parts - but I do expect they will be needed eventually. Did you go with Traxxas parts, or another company?

  • @maximumrpm1868

    @maximumrpm1868

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RoadsideRC rpm

  • @scottdashnaw2345
    @scottdashnaw2345 Жыл бұрын

    If traxxas would offer a rtr with lcg it would do well....

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    Agree 100%!!! I don't know why the Slash doesn't come stock that way anymore...

  • @Kevinhobbytime

    @Kevinhobbytime

    9 ай бұрын

    I bought my slash ultimate 4x4 with an lcg stock. Haven’t done any mods to it except the cooling fans and replaced broken arms. They offer lcg packages rtr. In all variants on their site.

  • @Cranklotus
    @Cranklotus4 ай бұрын

    how would you stack the new BL2S?

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    4 ай бұрын

    The "new" BL-2S is still 95% the same truck you see here. Same high chassis, etc. The Slash here is the VXL, so technically has more power. The latest Slash variant does have some improvements in durability, which is very much needed, but wouldn't be something that would change this comparison.

  • @Cranklotus

    @Cranklotus

    4 ай бұрын

    @@RoadsideRC thanks! I saw the bl2s has all the upgraded blue parts already that was big for me, and the motor and esc is way faster when put side by side. Just curious, I want one or the either.

  • @bestamerica
    @bestamerica Жыл бұрын

    ' what country make both RC cars

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    I honestly don't know. Most likely China. I belive almost all RC stuff is made in China.

  • @kdf1369
    @kdf1369 Жыл бұрын

    As a straight up beginner rig for someone wanting to get into racing I will always point at the slash first for the simple fact of the Spec Slash class. It's a great way to get started into racing where the only difference is going to be driver skill. Not to mention that you can graduate out of it but turn around in 3 years and put the exact same truck back in the race and be competitive with all the others. In my opinion your statement about parts availability being an outdated excuse is flawed to a certain degree...how many beginners want to have to wait 2 days to a week depending on shipping times to be able to get back in there over being virtually guaranteed to be able to get the part they just broke right now? But that really comes down to the track or LHS making sure they have decent inventory to take care of their customers and is a completely different debate.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    I see your point - some folks have to have the parts RIGHT NOW...but in a world where many things are ordered online...it is a hard sell. Unfortunately(?) my track does not have a spec-Slash class. They tried, but it didn't catch on. Many spec-Slash classes also rely on the brushed model, which is a whole different can of worms.

  • @kdf1369

    @kdf1369

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RoadsideRC That's fair and I understand but if we're talking beginners or new racers think of how stoked and excited you were after your first race. Now if you had broken a front arm for example and had to wait 2 or 3 days to get the replacement rather than being able to snatch it off the rack at the store and get help fixing your new toy to get into the next heat would you have still been as excited about your new hobby? I would call it unfortunate that the class didn't take off because it's a great way to get new folks and younger kids on a budget into the hobby. But I feel the same way about the Tamiya racing series for onroad stuff. Low cost of entry and mostly spec classes makes it easier to draw people in.

  • @johnspencer7291
    @johnspencer72915 ай бұрын

    i have an og blackfoot,heavily upgraded since 1990,brushless,thorpe diff,would smoke both of those

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    5 ай бұрын

    A Tamiya Blackfoot... Not really an apples-to-apples comparison? Seems like an odd suggestion.

  • @nathanmccloskey6946
    @nathanmccloskey6946 Жыл бұрын

    Team associated, for the win.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    For sure!!!

  • @glengirot3087
    @glengirot30878 ай бұрын

    I realise it's an out of the box review. Only lcg,rally tyres. fuel tube shock hack sway bar set up = traxxas 2wd all day every day 💪✅👌 track day fun machine

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    8 ай бұрын

    Modifying both trucks would be an interesting comparison as well!

  • @Roughneckin
    @Roughneckin19 күн бұрын

    I see no TLR scte 3.0 in this show down???

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    19 күн бұрын

    Nope - not in the same class since not offered as a RTR.

  • @Roughneckin

    @Roughneckin

    19 күн бұрын

    @@RoadsideRC excuse me The Losi 22s. Is a ready to run unit with a 12t motor

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    19 күн бұрын

    @@Roughneckin Ah yes! That is more comparable, for sure.

  • @DoubleClutchProductions
    @DoubleClutchProductions7 ай бұрын

    There is nothing race about a Slash and a few good books on race car setup will explain everything.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    7 ай бұрын

    There are a lot of locations that run a spec-Slash class, so it is frequently used as a benchmark.

  • @keithtravelrn
    @keithtravelrn8 ай бұрын

    really no comparison but its clear with a really good driver there would be more difference due to a racer pushing the limit of the track, tires and rig..

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    8 ай бұрын

    Thanks?

  • @billynoresco6370
    @billynoresco6370 Жыл бұрын

    Best 2wd sct rtr period. You don’t need much to start racing it.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    I agree!

  • @DislodgedTKO
    @DislodgedTKO7 ай бұрын

    Gotta at least use the blue lcg chassis

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    7 ай бұрын

    Why? This is RTR vs RTR. A mod vs mod would be a whole different comparison. I do think that the LCG chassis should just come stock on the Slash!

  • @DislodgedTKO

    @DislodgedTKO

    7 ай бұрын

    @RoadsideRC they make a rtr with the lcg chassis. That hcg chassis is 20 yesr old technology. Doesnt really compare much as obviously a new design will be better than a 20 year old design

  • @highoctanestoner
    @highoctanestoner10 ай бұрын

    The sc10 is far better than tge Traxxas at racing and much lighter. Your trucks didn't get near enough air time and im sure you are running stock class motors anyway.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    10 ай бұрын

    Both of these trucks are box stock except tires and transponder.

  • @thelurker9472
    @thelurker9472 Жыл бұрын

    Big thing for me is parts availability. Every hobby shop has Traxxas parts, not every shop has associated parts. But expected that the associated would perform better. But I have an lcg on my slash so a bit biased.

  • @fartdonkey8290

    @fartdonkey8290

    Жыл бұрын

    I get what you're saying but that's why you just have like 15 rc cars. Several are always broken but you always got something to drive

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    I referenced parts availability in part 1 of this series. In my opinion, that is an out-dated reason for sticking with the Slash...for 2 reasons: 1) It is 2022/2023. ALL parts for both of these vehicles are available from major retailers like AMain Hobbies and Amazon, and will typically be at your door in 2 days. So, unless you need the part at that exact minute, all of the parts are available. 2) Newer designed vehicles are more durable. Unlike the Slash which is many years old, newer designs are more durable...so parts are not needed as often. People will continue to use this old excuse, but it just doesn't hold up anymore.

  • @theguyinthecomments9543

    @theguyinthecomments9543

    Жыл бұрын

    @@RoadsideRC couldn't have said it better myself

  • @philthyco1

    @philthyco1

    Жыл бұрын

    Every hobby shop I've been to has TA parts

  • @thelurker9472

    @thelurker9472

    Жыл бұрын

    Yeah I get it and not arguing that performance wise associated is better, but when your track has a hobbyshop and you break something on race day you do need it now.

  • @guiller321
    @guiller321Ай бұрын

    Traxxas does not make racing vehicles, they make overpriced trucks for beginner RC enthusiasts who don't know better.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Ай бұрын

    They may not be the best - I agree with you there! But, there are a lot of folks who do race them!

  • @gildasiomellojr5319
    @gildasiomellojr531911 ай бұрын

    Brushless is not for beginners.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    11 ай бұрын

    Sure it is! Brushless can be controlled at the same speed as brushed, but just has more longevity.

  • @Kevinhobbytime

    @Kevinhobbytime

    9 ай бұрын

    My first rc was brushless, slight learning curve on speed control but i didnt notice the curve until after i bought a used brushed model. Brushless seems to spin up faster and have more torque and top speed so it was super sensitive. If your not a patient person or willing to train and learn then brushless might not be the right type to start with, but if your willing to learn self control, its not a problem and when you run brushed you will have better fine acceleration skills (i think personally).

  • @doobiehash3941
    @doobiehash39416 ай бұрын

    I can guarantee you both my two-wheel drive slash and my four-wheel drive slash well I'll do that Team Associated Truck!!!

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    6 ай бұрын

    The 4-wheel drive....of course. It should be MUCH faster. These are stock vs stock for 2WD. If we start modifying them BOTH, then it would be interesting to see what happens.

  • @doobiehash3941

    @doobiehash3941

    6 ай бұрын

    Both my slashes are stock the only thing I've changed is tires

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    6 ай бұрын

    @@doobiehash3941 Then why do you think your stock Slash would be faster than this stock Slash?

  • @mikescherrer4923
    @mikescherrer4923 Жыл бұрын

    Team Associated > Traxxas garbage 100% of the time.

  • @RoadsideRC

    @RoadsideRC

    Жыл бұрын

    The Pro2 SC10 really is a nice truck!

  • @JS-te4gz

    @JS-te4gz

    Жыл бұрын

    Traxxas is great

  • @mikescherrer4923

    @mikescherrer4923

    Жыл бұрын

    @@JS-te4gz 😂🤣😭 Good joke!

  • @yorkrojas1452

    @yorkrojas1452

    Жыл бұрын

    Im a Traxxas Basher.

  • @petershanks785

    @petershanks785

    Жыл бұрын

    What are you talkin about dude Traxxas one of the best top brands in rc cars. You must be referring to yourself being garbage operator