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TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Blake Pickett

Blake Pickett scored a career-best finish at this year's ROAR Nationals, where he made the Buggy final and claimed a spot on the 2018 Worlds team. Not bad for having raced for just six years! Learn more about this 19-year-old North Carolina native in

Aaron Waldron Sept. 1, 2017, 5:59 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: McBride, Savoya and Peters won Dragon Stone Asian Buggy Championship [VIDEO]

This weekend marks the one-year anniversary of a 1/8-scale off-road race that Scotty Ernst organized at the Dragon Stone RC facility in Liaoyang, China - which attracted some of the world's fastest drivers to a one-of-a-kind event in the heart of the

Aaron Waldron Aug. 31, 2017, 5:17 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: SMC True Spec Premium 14.8v 6700 mAh LiPo Battery Pack

For this week's Thursday Testimonials guest contributor Tyler Hooks shared his thoughts on the SMC True Spec Premium 6700mAh 14.8v 4S LiPo for 1/8-scale electric racing.

Tyler Hooks Aug. 30, 2017, 5:23 p.m. View Comments

Watch Adam Drake explain how to cut out a Lexan body [VIDEO]

Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing shows you how to cut out a Lexan body.

Mike Garrison Aug. 29, 2017, 10:34 a.m. View Comments

WHERE'S WALDO: Did we forget something?

If you travel to enough races, chances are you'll eventually neglect to pack something important. Sometimes you can borrow a spare from a fellow racer — and sometimes it adds hours onto your trip.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 29, 2017, 4:10 p.m. View Comments

FUTURE STARS OF RC: Alex Kosciuszek

After a Reedy Race Open-class victory and appearances in national A-Mains, one could argue that Alex Kosciuszek is a “current star” - but at just 18 years old, this Connecticut native is just getting started. Get to know "Alex K" a little bit better

Tyler Hooks Aug. 29, 2017, 9:38 a.m. View Comments

New AKA tires coming soon?

AKA Products posted a graphic to Instagram talking about the upcoming winter indoor racing season - and a list of stylized tire names includes two new patterns not yet on the market.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 29, 2017, 8:13 a.m. View Comments

LRC: LiveTime Scoring partnering up with LapSync founder James Elkins

James Elkins, the founder of LapSync, will be working revamping the API of the MultiGP site and working alongside the LiveTime Scoring staff to best meet the needs of the drone racing community.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 28, 2017, 1:05 p.m. View Comments

POLL: Do you use an aftermarket body for your vehicle?

When it came time to by a replacement Lexan shell for your car or truck, did you buy the same item that came with your kit? Or something else?

Aaron Waldron Aug. 28, 2017, 7:36 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Joel Valander

Learn more about the life and RC career of back-to-back Finnish 4WD national champion Joel Valander in this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 28, 2017, 3:31 p.m. View Comments

ROAR Electric On-Road Nationals postponed due to Hurricane Harvey [UPDATED]

N-Control RC in Dale, TX was slated to host the Electric On-Road Nationals this weekend — but historic flooding in the area washed away the track, as well as any chance of the event happening.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 28, 2017, 9:46 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: Where is the money class in R/C?

Without eliminating trophies for the existing classes at local and regional R/C races, would adding an additional "Money Class" which pays back cash to it's top finishers be the incentive that racers need to continue racing and supporting nearby trac

Mike Garrison Aug. 25, 2017, 11:51 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Team Associated RC10 displayed in the Smithsonian National Museum of American History

Two years ago today, Team Associated announced that the RC10 — the iconic 2WD buggy and most famous of Roger Curtis' inventions — had been added to the Spark!Lab at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C. http://www.li

Aaron Waldron Aug. 24, 2017, 12:57 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Hitachi DB3DL2 Lithium-Ion Cordless Screwdriver Kit

After a weekend spent neighboring in the pits with Hunter Holmberg and borrowing his Hitachi Cordless Screwdriver time and time again, Mike decided to purchase his very own. In this week's Thursday Testimonials, Mike reviews his purchase and whether

Mike Garrison Aug. 23, 2017, 9:30 p.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: The mashed potatoes of RC morality

When it comes to being mad about the results of an RC race, jealousy and blind brand loyalty go together like mashed potatoes and gravy.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 22, 2017, 4:29 p.m. View Comments

Watch Ian Cook paint fine art with the help of R/C cars [VIDEO]

HPI Racing has shared via YouTube a recent visit to PopBangColour where artist Ian Cook uses the help of R/C cars to paint his work.

Mike Garrison Aug. 22, 2017, 10:09 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Evan Vail

This 20-year-old from South Carolina has been finding his way onto the podium at more big events across the country - and even qualified for the 2018 IFMAR Worlds. After two more top-five finishes at the Wicked Weekend, Evan Vail chatted about his li

Aaron Waldron Aug. 21, 2017, 4:53 p.m. View Comments

New 175RC Coolant Green aluminum lock nuts and ball stud washers

175RC added new Coolant Green-anodized aluminum M4 lock nuts and ball stud washers to its assortment of hardware.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 21, 2017, 12:26 p.m. View Comments

POLL: How do you feel about endurance racing?

A few tracks recently announced marathon relay off-road endurance races with multi-driver teams racing a single car for 6 hours or more. Does that sound like fun to you?

Aaron Waldron Aug. 21, 2017, 7:41 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: Where to begin in off-road R/C racing

Outside of R/C cars, Mike is still very involved in the sport of motocross where his roots in racing began. Often times at the motocross track, Mike is asked what the best way is to start R/C racing. In this edition of "A Moment with Mike", he an

Mike Garrison Aug. 18, 2017, 10:11 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Truhe, Cavalieri, Tebo and Maifield won 2010 ROAR Nationals

Seven years ago today, the 2010 ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals kicked off on the outdoor track at Leisure Hours Raceway - where Mike Truhe, Ryan Cavalieri, Jared Tebo and Ryan Maifield each scored a Modified-class national title, and the 4WD short

Aaron Waldron Aug. 17, 2017, 1:04 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Hobbico officially pulled the plug on Team Durango

After the Team Durango brand suffered a decline in business over the last couple of years, Hobbico has decided to terminate the product line and will deplete existing stock. The ARRMA brand, however, remains healthy and will continue.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 17, 2017, 2:50 p.m. View Comments

LRC: LiveTime named exclusive distributor of ImmersionRC LapRF drone timing hardware for North and South America

ImmersionRC has developed new hardware that uses the video frequency of racing drones to provide accurate lap timing for up to eight aircraft at once without need for an additional transponder, and you can now purchase the system through LiveTime.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 16, 2017, 11:37 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Tony Truman

Tony Truman is one of the fastest off-road racers in the UK, has a super-cool job in full-size motor sports, and has lent his heavy accent to a number of our live broadcasts. Learn more about Tony in this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 15, 2017, 11:05 a.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: Why I had so much fun at the ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals [VIDEO]

Visiting one of the East Coast’s oldest RC racing facilities was a new experience for me - and I enjoyed attending the ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals for a number of different reasons.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 15, 2017, 4:43 p.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: Big wins or bad attitudes?

In this week's edition of "A Moment with Mike", Mike shared his opinion towards sponsors continuing to support drivers that have shown bad behavior on multiple accounts. Mike questions whether race wins alone is worth the support, despite the unfavor

Mike Garrison Aug. 14, 2017, 11:07 a.m. View Comments

POLL: What was most impressive at the ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals?

Several drivers recorded brilliant performances at the ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals at The Track this past weekend, and there was a lot that went on. What did you find most impressive?

Aaron Waldron Aug. 14, 2017, 6:40 a.m. View Comments

ROAR NATS: New gear from JConcepts, Pro-Line, TLR, Orion, Trinity and Yokomo

With Day Two of ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals qualifying at The Track is underway, check out new prototype and pre-production items being used this weekend by drivers from JConcepts, Pro-Line Racing, Team Losi Racing, Team Orion, Trinity and Yokom

Aaron Waldron Aug. 12, 2017, 11:44 a.m. View Comments

ROAR NATS: The Track tour and layout map with Dakotah Phend

Can't make it to this year's ROAR Nationals at The Track? Take a look inside the facility - and hear what defending 2WD champion Dakotah Phend thinks about each section of the layout.

Aaron Waldron Aug. 11, 2017, 3:22 p.m. View Comments

Matt Gerald returns to Red Bud, the track that changed his life

LiveRC sponsored single buggy racer, Matt Gerald, makes his return to Red Bud this weekend as part of the TORC Series. This year's Rumble at RedBud has a special meaning for Matt, as five years ago at this venue, his life changed forever.

Mike Garrison Aug. 10, 2017, 9:04 a.m. View Comments

ROAR NATS: Tessmann topped seeding charts, Rivkin fastest in short course

In his first ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals since joining XRAY, Ty Tessmann tore up The Track with the fastest three consecutive laps in 2WD, 4WD and Stadium Truck. Meanwhile, Team Associated's Spencer Rivkin set the best seeding time in Short Cour

Aaron Waldron Aug. 10, 2017, 10:14 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: 2010 ROAR Carpet Nationals at The Track [VIDEO]

Mimis RC Track opened in 1992 and was named to simply "The Track" in 2005. The facility transformed into a full-time clay off-road track in 2012 - but not before hosting a ROAR National Championship for Carpet On-Road back in 2010 when Josh Cyrul dom

Aaron Waldron Aug. 9, 2017, 3:24 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Maxima SC1 high-gloss clear coat spray

If you're like Mike you are more worried about a good looking car than a good working one. This week Mike tested out the Maxima SC1 high-gloss clear coat spray - designed for dirt bikes and labeled "New Bike in a Can". Does the same slogan apply when

Mike Garrison Aug. 9, 2017, 9:57 a.m. View Comments

WHERE'S WALDO: Who and what to watch at the ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals

In preparation for this week's ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals at The Track, I put together the six drivers who have the most to win or lose in Modified, the six most likely drivers to have a surprising weekend, eight drivers to watch in the Stock c

Aaron Waldron Aug. 8, 2017, 7:21 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Cole Tollard

Former Reedy Race open-class winner Cole Tollard drove his Reedy-powered, JConcepts-equipped Team Associated buggy into his first ROAR Nationals A-Main last year. Can he do it again this weekend? Learn more about Cole's life, RC career and future goa

Aaron Waldron Aug. 7, 2017, 11:40 a.m. View Comments

POLL: Who will win Modified 2WD Buggy at the ROAR Nationals?

Which driver will take the coveted Modified 2WD Buggy title at the ROAR Nationals at The Track in Gaithersburg, MD this weekend?

Aaron Waldron Aug. 7, 2017, 9:39 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Schelle Racing Car Bag

For this week's Thursday Testimonials, Mike was able to get his hands on the highly talked about new Schelle Racing Innovations Car Bag. With claims that Schelle has "taken the car bag to a whole new level", Mike sets out to determine whether or not

Mike Garrison Aug. 3, 2017, 8:29 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Phend took two wins, Maifield topped 4WD and Cavalieri crushed short course at last year's ROAR Nationals [VIDEO]

Team Losi Racing star Dakotah Phend earned the Top Qualifying spot in 2WD, 4WD and Stadium Truck at last year's ROAR Electric Off-Road Nationals, hosted by the Hobbytown USA Hobbyplex, and won two of the finals - with then-teammate Ryan Maifield taki

Aaron Waldron Aug. 3, 2017, 10:27 a.m. View Comments

Matt Gerald Racing and LiveRC teamed up again for 2017 TORC Series

LiveRC and LiveTime are pleased to once again be a part of the Matt Gerald Racing team for 2017. Matt, a paraplegic off-road racer and R/C enthusiast from Wisconsin, is piloting the #395 LiveRC Single Buggy throughout the midwest for the TORC Series,

Mike Garrison Aug. 2, 2017, 8:08 a.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: Touching both sides of the double-edged sponsorship sword

Much of the discussion regarding the evolving sales tactics of sponsoring drivers has centered around the potential impact on the retail sector of the industry, but there hasn’t been much focus on what this culture shift has done to the drivers or th

Aaron Waldron Aug. 1, 2017, 10:36 p.m. View Comments

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