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A MOMENT WITH MIKE: The Many Meanings of R/C

The meaning of R/C is unique to each person’s perspective of the hobby, their goals within it, and their reasons for doing it. Mike reaches out across the industry and gathers what R/C racing means to local racers, top professionals, industry workers

Mike Garrison Jan. 8, 2019, 11:21 a.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: Where do you sell your old R/C equipment?

For this week's Monday Morning Poll we ask where you prefer to sell your old R/C equipment?

Mike Garrison Jan. 7, 2019, 11:02 a.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: Should tire sauce be banned in R/C racing?

For this week's Monday Morning Poll we bring back the age old debate - should tire sauce be banned in R/C racing? Take the poll, and share your thoughts, comments, and opinions below!

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2019, 12:08 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: 2013-2014 Reedy Race Heritage Videos

This week we re-visit the 2013 and 2014 Reedy Race Heritage videos featuring some of the most prolific drivers in R/C history, and hearing what they have to say about Mike Reedy and this legendary race.

Mike Garrison Jan. 3, 2019, 11:14 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: I Got Fake Sponsored

After conducting an experiment of applying for sponsorship with a fictitious racer and race resume, Mike discusses his concerns for the credibility of sponsorship today and well being of tracks and hobby shops.

Mike Garrison Jan. 2, 2019, 8:59 a.m. View Comments

Happy New Year from LiveRC.com!

The ball has dropped and the new year has arrived! From all of us at LiveRC.com we wish you and your families a happy, safe, and prosperous new year ahead!

Mike Garrison Dec. 31, 2018, 2:58 p.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: Which R/C race format do you enjoy the most?

For this week's Monday Morning Poll, we want to know which R/C racing format do you enjoy the most - IFMAR style with timed qualifying and heads up racing in the mains, or Reedy Race format with no timed qualifying and all heads up racing?

Mike Garrison Dec. 28, 2018, 10:18 a.m. View Comments

Yuichi Kanai discusses new Kyosho MP10 design

In an interview with Kyosho Style, Yuichi Kanai discusses his concepts and design ideology behind the creation of the new MP10.

Mike Garrison Dec. 28, 2018, 9:43 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS [VIDEO]: Pilot RC Carbide Shock Piston Drill Bit Kit

After struggling to work with his previous R/C shock piston drill bit set, for this week's product review Mike Garrison tests out the new Pilot RC Products Carbide Shock Piston Drill Bit Kit.

Mike Garrison Dec. 27, 2018, 11:38 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: 2011-2012 Reedy Race Heritage Videos

This week we flashback and re-visit the 2011 and 2012 Reedy Race Heritage videos featuring some of the most prolific drivers in R/C history, and hearing what they have to say about Mike Reedy and this legendary race.

Mike Garrison Dec. 27, 2018, 2:13 p.m. View Comments

Merry Christmas from LiveRC!

From everyone at LiveRC, we wish you and your families a very Merry Christmas! We will be out of the office December 24-25th, 2018 to spend time with our families on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and will be returning with regularly scheduled

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2018, 12:06 p.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: What team will Ryan Lutz join for 2019?

With his shocking departure from Tekno RC, where do you think Ryan Lutz will go for 2019? Take the poll and share your thoughts, opinions, and comments below!

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2018, 11:26 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Cavalieri vs. Tebo - 2009 CRCRC Midwest Championships

For this week's Flashback Friday we travel back nearly ten years ago to the 2009 CRCRC Midwest Championships to re-live the exciting Mod 4wd Buggy battle between Team Associated's Ryan Cavalieri and Kyosho's Jared Tebo.

Mike Garrison Dec. 20, 2018, 11:42 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Racers Edge Shock Piston Drill Bit Set

For this week's Thursday Testimonials product review Mike has the opportunity to try out the Racers Edge Shock Piston Drill Bit Set while drilling his own set of custom shock pistons.

Mike Garrison Dec. 20, 2018, 10:19 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: Top 10 MWM's of 2018

As the year is coming to a close, we look back at the Top 10 most popular “A Moment with Mike” segments of 2018. Which was your favorite? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!

Mike Garrison Dec. 18, 2018, 10:07 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Randy Pike - Tekin Team Manager

For this week's Talk It Up Tuesday we sit down with Randy Pike (team manager for Tekin, AMain Hobbies, and ProTek R/C) to discuss his opinions of sponsorship, how it has affected the industry, the cost of stock class racing, and more!

Mike Garrison Dec. 17, 2018, 11:42 a.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: Should restarts be allowed in R/C?

For this week's Monday Morning Poll we ask whether or not restarts should be allowed in R/C? Take the poll, and share your thoughts, comments, and opinions below!

Mike Garrison Dec. 14, 2018, 10:30 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: The Decade's Biggest R/C Silly Season Surprises

With the wild and crazy rumors swirling as drivers finalize their plans for 2019, we flashback to some of the biggest Silly Season Surprises of the past decade!

Mike Garrison Dec. 13, 2018, 1:19 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Team Associated B6.1D Team Kit

For this week's Thursday Testimonials product review, Mike hits the track to test out the Team Associated B6.1D 1/10-scale 2wd buggy kit - in which he found the results quite surprising...

Mike Garrison Dec. 12, 2018, 9:21 p.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: Top 5 Things to Spend Your Money On

Most of us don't have an endless R/C budget, and therefore it’s important to know exactly when and where to spend your hard-earned dollars in R/C racing. Mike shares his opinion of the top 5 areas where spending a little extra money will eliminate fr

Mike Garrison Dec. 12, 2018, 11:47 a.m. View Comments

SILLY SEASON: Lutz to SWorkz, Tebo to Tekno, and Jelin to Kyosho?

The weather outside may be getting colder, but the Silly Season rumors are coming in hot. Today we have received several anonymous rumors which may or may not all link together.

Mike Garrison Dec. 11, 2018, 11:38 a.m. View Comments

FUTURE STARS OF RC: Matty Gonzo

It isn't super common to find a kid with some major speed who is also extremely charismatic. Matthew definitely fits the bill always making an effort to become a better driver or wrench while somehow simultaneously being a funny down to earth teenage

Tyler Hooks Dec. 10, 2018, 9:05 a.m. View Comments

TRACK OF THE MONTH: EN Hobbies

EN Hobbies is the host of the 2018 ROAR 1/10th scale electric nationals, and the team headed by Galen McCreary have majorly stepped up to make the track the best it can be. Check out all the information.

Tyler Hooks Dec. 10, 2018, 9:25 a.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: Where do you buy your R/C equipment?

For this week's Monday Morning Poll we ask where you purchase majority of your R/C equipment? Do you shop locally, online, or direct from the manufacturer with a sponsorship?

Mike Garrison Dec. 7, 2018, 10:57 a.m. View Comments

TLR releases the new 22 5.0 DC, AC, and SR 1/10-scale 2wd buggies

TLR has officially released the new 22 5.0 series of 1/10-scale 2wd buggies. The new lineup includes the 22 5.0 DC (for dirt/clay), 22 5.0 AC (for astro/carpet), and the 22 5.0 SR (for spec racing on dirt/clay).

Mike Garrison Dec. 6, 2018, 9:02 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: 2011 Cactus Classic Mix-Tape [VIDEO]

For this week's Flashback Friday we travel back to re-visit the 2011 LiveRC "Mix-Tape" capturing all of the highlights, crashes, chaos, and good times from the 25th Annual Cactus Classic at the outdoor SRS facility in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Mike Garrison Dec. 6, 2018, 1:37 p.m. View Comments

TRACK OF THE MONTH: Steel City

Our first Track of the Month is highlighting the new and impressive Steel City Raceway which will host the World Championships in 2019.

Tyler Hooks Dec. 6, 2018, 10:58 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: O.S. B21 Adam Drake Edition Engine

For this Thursday Testimonials, Tyler Hooks puts the new O.S. B21 Adam Drake Edition engine to the test.

Tyler Hooks Dec. 5, 2018, 10:14 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: The Keys to Getting Sponsored

With the "Silly Season" for sponsorship in R/C well under way, Mike shares a few key things to do and remember when applying for a sponsorship.

Mike Garrison Dec. 4, 2018, 11:51 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: CJ Jelin

For this week's Talk It Up Tuesday we sit down with rising star CJ Jelin to discuss his surprise split from XRAY / RC America, his career, plans for the future, and goals moving forward.

Mike Garrison Dec. 3, 2018, 12:36 p.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: Should listening to music with headphones be allowed while racing?

For this week's Monday Morning Poll we ask should listening to music with headphones be allowed while racing? Why or why not? Take the poll and share your thoughts, opinions, and comments below!

Mike Garrison Nov. 30, 2018, 9:29 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: TLR releases the original 22 2wd buggy

With the official release of the fifth generation 22 series 2wd buggy just around the corner, we flashback to the 2011 release of the original TLR 22 1/10-scale 2wd buggy.

Mike Garrison Nov. 29, 2018, 10:25 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Ovonic 7.4V 5000mAh 50C 2S LiPo Battery Pack

For this week's Thursday Testimonials product review we test out the new OVONIC 7.4V 5000mAh 50C 2S LiPo Battery Pack from Ampower.

Mike Garrison Nov. 28, 2018, 10:43 a.m. View Comments

The HobbyPlex announces Syndicate Series and Carpet Crash In 2

The Hobbyplex is pleased to announce the 2018-19 Carpet Off-Road Syndicate Series and the Carpet Crash In 2 event.

Mike Garrison Nov. 28, 2018, 9:32 a.m. View Comments

Krahemann Won R1 of the SIC

Oliver Krahenmann took the win in Modified TC at the first round of the Swiss Indoor Championship.

Tyler Hooks Nov. 27, 2018, 10:14 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: ROAR Presidential Candidates - Chuck Kleinhagen and Garland Smith

For this week's Talk It Up Tuesday we sit down with the two ROAR Presidential Candidates to discuss their views of the hobby, changes that need to be made within ROAR, the structure of the Nationals, their goals if elected President, and more. Read e

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2018, 9:39 a.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: Which racing class is more fun - stock or mod?

Which racing class is more fun - stock or mod? Take the poll and share your comments and opinions below!

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2018, 12:01 p.m. View Comments

Happy Thanksgiving from LiveRC!

In celebration of the Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends, we will be out of the office November 22-23, 2018. From all of us here, we want to say THANK YOU for being a LiveRC viewer and supporter. From our family to yours, we wish you ALL a

Mike Garrison Nov. 21, 2018, 11:50 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: 10 Things ALL R/C Racers Should Remember When Preparing for Thanksgiving

Mike shares 10 valuable lessons he has learned that all R/C racers should remember when preparing to host the family Thanksgiving dinner...

Mike Garrison Nov. 20, 2018, 2:45 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Davide Ongaro

For this week's Talk It Up Tuesday we join the newly crowned IFMAR 1/8-scale Off-Road World Champion to talk about his impressive win, how he became so fast at such a young age, gyros, and more!

Mike Garrison Nov. 19, 2018, 11:29 a.m. View Comments

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