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Tekno's Lutz talks about brake linkages [VIDEO]

Setting up your linkages on nitro cars can be a bit of a headache. Tekno's Ryan Lutz breaks down how to dial in your linkages like a boss in the video below to make your life easier.

Thomas Tran April 29, 2016, 8:27 p.m. View Comments

WHERE'S WALDO: What do trophies mean to you?

Do you have a box of trophies and plaques from past races laying around the in the garage? Why have you decided to keep them?

Aaron Waldron April 20, 2016, 5:58 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Felix Harsh

The team manager for Bellgate Distributors chatted about his RC career, how he got his start, what it's like working in the industry, how he thinks stock racing should change, and how his favorite hobby has helped him through some of his life's most

Aaron Waldron April 19, 2016, 4:19 p.m. View Comments

POLL: How many people have you introduced to RC racing?

One of the best things you can do to support your local racing scene - and your hobby, in general - is to get new racers involved. How many friends, family members and acquaintances have you convinced to get RC cars a shot?

Aaron Waldron April 18, 2016, 5:45 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Colin Herzig

The Expert Truck and Buggy winner from the Dirt Nitro Challenge explained how he got started in RC racing, what he enjoys most, and his goals for the future.

Aaron Waldron April 12, 2016, 5:58 p.m. View Comments

POLL: What's your favorite non-RC motorsport?

Many RC racers are also fans of full-size auto racing. What's your favorite non-RC motorsport?

Aaron Waldron April 11, 2016, 5:09 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Crazy big jumps at Psycho Nitro Blast [VIDEO]

Jumping RC cars off of wooden ramps is part of the Psycho Nitro Blast experience - and since 2009, drivers have willingly launched their cars down the road in search of world records and Internet fame.

Aaron Waldron April 8, 2016, 6:53 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Rob Gillespie Jr.

After nearly sweeping his second-straight April Fools Classic at his home track, Team Associated driver Rob Gillespie chatted about his RC racing career for this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron April 5, 2016, 6:52 p.m. View Comments

POLL: What's your favorite type of off-road track?

Do you prefer loamy tracks with ruts, temporary carpet courses, running slicks on high-bite clay, or all of the above?

Aaron Waldron April 4, 2016, 1:50 p.m. View Comments

Team Associated to release hybrid nitro-electric RC8B3?

Team Associated has managed to shoehorn both a nitro engine and brushless power system with LiPo pack into the race-winning RC8B3 buggy - and we've got a leaked photo!

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 1:24 p.m. View Comments

EXCLUSIVE: ROAR to kill off truggy and stadium truck classes at 2016 Nationals

Citing low entries and ugly vehicles, the North American RC racing sanctioning body has called a merciful end to 1/8-scale truggy and 1/10-scale stadium truck classes at national events.

Aaron Waldron April 1, 2016, 2:12 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Global Hobby Distributors' statement on Airtronics news

Craig Kaplan, product and purchasing manager for Global Hobby Distributors and Hobby People, responded to today's news regarding Airtronics.

Aaron Waldron March 31, 2016, 7:59 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Airtronics to close its doors

While the future of Sanwa's products in the U.S. is unknown at this time, one thing is for sure - the brand name "Airtronics" is done as we know it.

Aaron Waldron March 31, 2016, 5:53 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Barry Pettit discussed offseason switch to Tekno RC

Former Worlds semifinalist Barry Pettit made big news a couple of weeks ago when he switched from long-time sponsor Mugen Seiki to the surging Tekno RC team. Read about why he made the decision, the other options he considered, and what he learned fr

Aaron Waldron March 29, 2016, 3:23 p.m. View Comments

POLL: Do you race in Sportsman-level classes?

Many tracks and racing events offer different divisions for certain skill levels. Do you often enter the "Sportsman" class?

Aaron Waldron March 28, 2016, 4:08 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Former Silver State winners

Here are the drivers who've won the premier nitro classes at Silver State in its 18-year history.

Aaron Waldron March 25, 2016, 5:41 p.m. View Comments

POLL: Which Silver State pro-class final was the most fun to watch?

Which of the three top-tier main events at Silver State put on the best show yesterday?

Aaron Waldron March 21, 2016, 8 p.m. View Comments

SILVER STATE: The sights of setup day

Wednesday marked the calm before the storm, with a handful of teams setting up their pit areas and preparing for this week's race.

Aaron Waldron March 16, 2016, 9:36 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Simon Kurzbuch

Reigning 1/8-scale nitro on-road world champion Simon Kurzbuch talked about his racing career and scoring one of the industry's most coveted titles.

Aaron Waldron March 15, 2016, 4:42 p.m. View Comments

GUEST POST: Joe Adragna interviewed Cactus Classic stock buggy champ Chris Wheeler

LiveRC Bonus Lap subscriber Joe Adragna submitted this Monday morning conversation with Team Losi Racing/Tekin/Pro-Line team driver Chris Wheeler about the Arizona native's big win last weekend.

Aaron Waldron March 14, 2016, 7:42 p.m. View Comments

POLL: Who will win Pro Buggy at Silver State?

Who is your pick to win the Pro Buggy division this weekend at RC Tracks of Las Vegas?

Aaron Waldron March 14, 2016, 2:27 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Ray Munday

Australian off-road racing veteran Ray Munday chats about his long history in RC, his super cool job, and what it's like racing down under (especially the thriving junior scene!) in this week's interview.

Aaron Waldron March 8, 2016, 5:29 p.m. View Comments

POLL: How often do you race outdoors?

In honor of the second-ever indoor Cactus Classic this weekend, our poll question asks - just how often do racers complete outdoors, anyway?

Aaron Waldron March 7, 2016, 5:12 p.m. View Comments

WHERE'S WALDO: Where in the world have I been?

When I took a short break from the LiveRC home page, this is where I went.

Aaron Waldron March 7, 2016, 7:44 p.m. View Comments

POLL: Which Dirt Nitro Challenge pro final was most exciting?

Which of the three Pro class main events was the most fun to watch?

Aaron Waldron Feb. 22, 2016, 8:43 p.m. View Comments

DNC: Inside Ty Tessmann's Pro Truck-winning HB D8T Tessmann Edition

After 45 minutes of battling on the track in Pro Truck, Ty Tessmann emerged victorious in an exciting thriller that had multiple lead changes between former champions, all giving it their all for the win. Here's a look at his 1/8-scale nitro truck.

Thomas Tran Feb. 21, 2016, 12:15 p.m. View Comments

DNC: Inside Adam Drake's 1/8-scale nitro buggy

On Sunday, at the event where he made his Mugen Seiki Racing debut last year, Adam Drake TQ'd and won the 35+ Pro Legends final at the Dirt Nitro Challenge. Here's his Mugen Seiki MBX7R buggy.

Thomas Tran Feb. 21, 2016, 12:46 p.m. View Comments

DNC: Inside Ryan Cavalieri's 1/8-scale nitro truck

One of the all time greatest off-road drivers in RC history, two-time Pro Truck champion Ryan Cavalieri is always a contender at the Dirt Nitro Challenge.

Thomas Tran Feb. 20, 2016, 11:26 a.m. View Comments

DNC: Inside Jared Tebo's 1/8-scale nitro truck

Former DNC Pro Truck champion Jared Tebo is a household name in the RC world. His mellow, kind demeanor makes him one of the most approachable pros on the tour - but he's almost one of the most intense competitors. Check out the Kyosho ST-RR he's rac

Thomas Tran Feb. 20, 2016, 10:42 a.m. View Comments

DNC: Inside Ty Tessman's 1/8th scale nitro buggy

Polite, well mannered, and relaxed, Ty Tessman has an aura much different that most pro racers out there. Hard working, motivated and, of course, talented beyond belief, this young Canadian claimed his first World Championship title in 2014 with his

Thomas Tran Feb. 19, 2016, 4:58 p.m. View Comments

DNC: Inside Ryan Cavalieri's 1/8-scale nitro buggy

One of the all-time greatest off-road drivers in RC history, 4-time world champion Ryan Cavalieri is always a contender no matter where he goes. Ryan has always had a quiet, relaxed demeanor off the track, but when on the track turns into a relentles

Thomas Tran Feb. 19, 2016, 10:28 a.m. View Comments

DNC: Inside Cody King's 1/8-scale buggy

The former 1/8-scale buggy World Champion, Kyosho's Cody King is looking to capture his first career DNC win that has eluded him thus far. With his pit man and father, Paul King, in his corner, Cody is motivated to put in his best result to date.

Thomas Tran Feb. 18, 2016, 9:17 p.m. View Comments

DNC: Inside Ryan Maifield's 1/8-scale nitro buggy

Reigning DNC 1/8-scale pro nitro buggy champion and 3-time winner, TLR's Ryan Maifield gets an updated version of the 8IGHT platform for this year's DNC. A huge fan favorite because of his all-out driving style, Maifield is already looking to repeat

Thomas Tran Feb. 18, 2016, 4:50 p.m. View Comments

DNC: Inside Jay Smoker's 1/8-scale E-Buggy

A look inside Jay Smoker's JQ THEeCar!

Thomas Tran Feb. 18, 2016, 2:35 p.m. View Comments

DNC: Every past Pro 1/8-scale class champion of the Dirt Nitro Challenge

Here's a list of every Pro Buggy and Truggy class champion at The Dirt Nitro Challenge.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 17, 2016, 6:24 p.m. View Comments

DNC: Inside Ryan Lutz's 1/8-scale nitro truck

Take a closer look at the Tekno RC truck that last year's ROAR Nationals runner-up Ryan Lutz will be driving this week, trying to win his - and his sponsor's - biggest race yet.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 17, 2016, 5:33 p.m. View Comments

DNC: 2016 Dirt Nitro Challenge broadcast schedule

Want to know when to tune in to watch the 2016 DNC? We don't have an exact timetable, but we know which classes are running how many rounds on each day.

Aaron Waldron Feb. 17, 2016, 3:41 p.m. View Comments