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Tyler Hooks

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Tyler Hooks

LiveRC Reporter

 tyler@liverc.com

Tyler Hooks is a recent college graduate with a BBA in management and a Minor in Communications from St. Edwards University as well as a ROAR Stock National Champion and was apart of the IFMAR World Championship USA team in 2016. Tyler is currently an Editor as well as in the Advertising department at Live Race Media and frequently is apart of the broadcast team at major events.

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Latest From Tyler

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    New Mugen Seiki MTC3 Front Bumper and Rear Body Support
    Mugen Seiki has released a new rear body support and 3D printed front bumper for the MTC3.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 15, 2025, 3:21 p.m. View Comments
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    New Leadfinger Racing Retro-Mod B84 Body
    The Leadfinger Racing RC10B84 Retro-Mod Buggy Body is a nostalgic throwback that pays homage to the golden era of RC racing.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 15, 2025, 3:39 p.m. View Comments
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    New Shark RC Bodies Coyote SC Race Truck Body
    Welcoming the Coyote race truck body from Shark RC Bodies based off an F-150 for SC based oval trucks.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 14, 2025, 5:14 p.m. View Comments
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    Excelerate RC Prodigy Steel Chassis
    New for the Excelerate RC Prodigy line is the heat treated steel chassis plates.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 14, 2025, 6:09 p.m. View Comments
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    New R1 Wurks XB4 Shock Towers
    These towers are a direct replacement front and rear shock tower for the XB4 offered in forged and plain weave options.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 14, 2025, 4:49 p.m. View Comments
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    New Upgrade RC Airbrush, Mini-Compressor, and Accessories
    UpGrade RC has a long history of coming up with some of the most unique artwork and wrap designs in the RC industry. Now you can showcase your art and painting skills with the new UpGrade RC Dual Action Gravity-Fed Airbrush and Mini Air Compressor.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 14, 2025, 4:42 p.m. View Comments
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    New Team Associated Stealth ATC Transmission
    The Team Associated Stealth® A.T.C. (Associated Torque Control) Transmission was a revolutionary advancement in RC racing, developed by Cliff Lett to give the new RC10 “Team Car” a competitive edge.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 14, 2025, 4:32 p.m. View Comments
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    New Hudy 1/10th Scale Off-Road Tires
    Hudy has released 2wd front ribbed tires, and Pin tires for 4wd front and rear tires.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 13, 2025, 7:08 p.m. View Comments
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    New R1 Wurks Steering Bell Crank Arms and Ackerman Plates
    Improve steering feel, durability, and handling response with these R1Wurks lightweight precision-machined aluminum bellcrank arms and carbon steering plates.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 13, 2025, 7:17 p.m. View Comments
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    Adrenaline Raceway: TLR Typhon Race Prep Series Episode 2 [VIDEO]
    In this week's Adrenaline Raceway TLR Tuned Typhon Race Prep Video, Jacob Hardison shares the electronics he used as well as placement and tips and tricks.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 12, 2025, 7:54 p.m. View Comments
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    New Exotek 22X Slipper Eliminator
    Exotek has released a new 22X super light alloy locked spur mount with titanium center bolt for the lightest spur locker yet.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 12, 2025, 7:38 p.m. View Comments
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    Pro1RC Announces European Distribution
    The American 1/8 Buggy and Truggy tire company, PRO1RC, has announced their own distribution in Europe through the website www.PRO1RC.es.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 12, 2025, 7:31 p.m. View Comments
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    New Hudy 1/10th Scale Formula 1 Foam Tires
    HUDY 1/10 Formula Foam Tires are designed to deliver exceptional traction, balance, and durability across a wide range of track surfaces and traction conditions.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 12, 2025, 7:24 p.m. View Comments
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    Tuning With Steering Speed With The Drake [VIDEO]
    Adam Drake explains how he sets steering speed in this week's video.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 12, 2025, 7:47 p.m. View Comments
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    New Schelle Racing RC8B4.1 Rear Hub Camber Mounts
    Fine tune the rear upper link of your RC8B4.1 with shorter mid-increments on these carbon rear hub upper camber mounts from Schelle.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 11, 2025, 7:36 p.m. View Comments
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    2025 IFMAR 1/8th Electric Off-Road Worlds Stage 2 Report
    IFMAR has released the stage 2 report for the 2025 1/8th Electric Off-Road World Championships happening soon in Barcelos, Portugal.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 11, 2025, 7:30 p.m. View Comments
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    New Powerstar Conical On-Road Manifolds
    Powerstar has released new Conical On-Road Manifolds in L-style and V-style which are available in Ceramic Black, Silver plated and Rainbow plated.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 11, 2025, 7:21 p.m. View Comments
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    New ProTek RC Mini Universal Radio Case w/ NB4 and NB4 Pro+ Insert
    ProTek RC’s very popular Mini Universal Radio Case is now available to protect your FlySky Noble NB4+ and NB4 Pro+ transmitter.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 7, 2025, 7:15 p.m. View Comments
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    New Reedy 400mah 1/28th Scale 2S LiPo
    Reedy Power, a leading name in RC performance electronics, is proud to announce the launch of its latest battery, a 400mAH 60C 7.4V LiPo designed specifically for 1:28 micro racing enthusiasts.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 7, 2025, 7:05 p.m. View Comments
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    New Klinik RC RC28 Titanium Screw Set
    Klinik RC has released a titanium screw set for the Team Associated RC28, it is a complete M2 Titanium Set (56pcs).
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 7, 2025, 7:01 p.m. View Comments
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    New VP-Pro Shock Cap Protectors
    VP-Pro is excited to introduce their new 1/8th scale Shock Cap Protectors.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 7, 2025, 6:56 p.m. View Comments
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    New Reedy Blackbox 880R 1/8th Speed Control
    Reedy Power, a legendary name in the RC racing industry with 30 IFMAR World Championship titles, proudly announces the launch of the Reedy Blackbox 880R Competition 1:8 ESC.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 6, 2025, 5:21 p.m. View Comments
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    New Team Accociated RC10 Las Vegas Special Edition
    Attention Vintage Race Fans, say hello to the RC10 Las Vegas Edition Race Kit, the most exclusive RC10 ever released! ONLY available to paid race participants of the 2025 Team Associated Vintage Off-Road Championships!
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 6, 2025, 5:26 p.m. View Comments
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    New R1 Wurks 22X-4 Titanium Screws and Turnbuckles
    R1 Wurks has released a new set of Titanium Turnbuckles and Upper Screws for the 22X-4 1/10th scale 4wd buggy platform.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 6, 2025, 5:48 p.m. View Comments
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    New Serpent SRX8GTR Competition 1/8th GT Kit
    The Serpent SRX8GT R represents the next step in the evolution of the SRX8GT '23, with a singular focus: to enhance speed.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 6, 2025, 5:09 p.m. View Comments
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    2025 West Coast Carpet Championships Announcement
    The JConcepts West Coast Carpet Championship is back for its 5th year! PDX RC Raceway is proud to be hosting the Jconcepts West Coast Carpet Championship on Oct 3-5!
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 6, 2025, 5:16 p.m. View Comments
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    New Infinity August 2025 Releases
    Joining the Infinity August release lineup are the 4-hole 1.1 mm pistons, for different suspension response, and the new INF1NITY-style droop gauge, accurate and user-friendly.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 5, 2025, 5:40 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts 22X S2 Body
    It is difficult to find a better JConcepts shell, the S2 has some of the sleekest styles in the line-up. The design is crafty, one that maintains a lot of heritage from previous generations, but with a slightly harder edge than its predecessors.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 5, 2025, 7:11 p.m. View Comments
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    Fuel Tank and Fuel Line Tips With The Drake [VIDEO]
    Adam Drake shares some tips and tricks about mounting fuel tanks and fuel line this week.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 5, 2025, 5:28 p.m. View Comments
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    New Infinity Spec1ale 2.0mm Aluminum Chassis
    Following the launch of the Spec1ale, Infinity is excited to introduce one of the most anticipated options: the aluminum chassis (2.0mm), designed to deliver a more direct driving feel and consistent performance on carpet and high-grip tracks.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 5, 2025, 5:23 p.m. View Comments
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    New Sky RC OSH 6-Port 1S Lithium Battery Charging Hub
    Meet the SkyRC 6-Port 1S LiPo Charging Hub — the perfect companion to your B6neo Series Charger.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 5, 2025, 5:45 p.m. View Comments
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    Adrenaline Raceway: TLR Typhon Race Prep Series Episode 1 [VIDEO]
    Adrenaline Raceway and Jacob Hardison are doing a series regarding how to race prep a TLR Typhon, the first episode is out now regarding the basics of the car and what you have to work with out of the box.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 5, 2025, 7:06 p.m. View Comments
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    New Sworkz S12-3 Prototype 2wd Buggy Photos
    Sworkz has shared photos of their forthcoming S12-3 prototype 2wd buggy from this past weekend at the EFRA European Championships.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 5, 2025, 5:51 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts 22X F2 Body
    JConcepts continues to re-write the script when it comes to off-road body design, development, and styling. It is difficult to find a more successful body shell than the F2 design by the creators from Groveland, Florida.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 5, 2025, 7:03 p.m. View Comments
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    Ronnefalk and Bayer Crowned 2025 EFRA European 1/10th Off-Road Champions
    This past weekend, The Hudy Arena, hosted the 2025 EFRA European Championship for 1/10th scale electric off-road. Check out the A-Main results here!
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 4, 2025, 4:30 p.m. View Comments
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    2025 Hobby Action BK Classic Announcement
    Hobby Action RC Raceway will be hosting the BK Classic on September 12th-14th, check out the flyer and information here!
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 4, 2025, 4:24 p.m. View Comments
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    2025 Hobby Action Wild West Shootout Announcement
    Hobby Action RC Raceway is set to host the Wild West Challenge, a rubber tire dirt oval event on October 2nd-5th. Find the flyer and the rest of the information here!
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 4, 2025, 4:35 p.m. View Comments
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    New Excelerate RC Nexus B7 Body
    Utilizing the latest's CAD technology eXcelerate RC bodies are tailor designed to each chassis design. The Nexus B7 design focused on increasing overall grip and stability on all dirt surfaces.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 4, 2025, 4:41 p.m. View Comments
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    New Upgrade RC Micro-T Tread Patterns
    Now available are the UpGrade RC Micro-T Micro Spiker pin tires for carpet surfaces and the Clay Bar for high-grip surfaces like indoor clay tracks.
    Tyler Hooks July 31, 2025, 6:01 p.m. View Comments
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    New EcoPower Micro Motor, ESC, and Servo Options
    EcoPower is releasing the ultimate power and performance upgrades for the Losi Micro-B and Micro-T platforms with the new ECP-8050 Micro 24 brushless sensored ESC and motor combination and the ECP-625 aluminum digital micro direct fit servo.
    Tyler Hooks July 31, 2025, 5:55 p.m. View Comments
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