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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

  • Media
    Baruffolo Moves to Reds Racing
    Marco Baruffolo was photographed this past weekend in Reds Racing clothing, still unsure what car brand he will be running but it appears Reds Racing will bring the power.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 3, 2021, 12:20 p.m. View Comments
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    Ravaglia Signs With WRC Racing
    Marco Ravaglia has signed with WRC Racing for 2022.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2021, 1:17 p.m. View Comments
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    New T-Works BD10 +1mm Hub Axle
    T-Works has released a new +1mm hub axle for the BD10 including all the necessary bearings and spacers.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2021, 12:38 p.m. View Comments
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    Drake Explains MBX8 Narrow Rear Pivot Options [VIDEO]
    Mugen Seiki Racing's Adam Drake talks about his MBX8 with narrow rear pivots and MBX6 rear arms.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2021, 11:45 a.m. View Comments
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    Exotek Drag Slash Steel Axles
    Put down huge power with the Exotek heavy duty hardened steel complete CVD axle set and diff cups for the Drag Slash.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2021, 12:47 p.m. View Comments
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    The Drakes Dominate The 2021 Pro-Line Nitro Explosion
    Adam and Ronda Drake were able to grab multiple wins at the 2021 Pro-Line Racing Nitro Explosion at Thunder Alley Raceway.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2021, 1:31 p.m. View Comments
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    Ran Out of Talent: Episode 87
    On this episode of The Ran Out of Talent Podcast, Joe and Ryan started the episode talking about the Jconcepts Midwest Carpet Nationals that were held at Thunder Road, they also talk about a new track in Minnesota, expensive shocks, and Joe makes up
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 25, 2021, 11:49 a.m. View Comments
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    New T-Works Power Boost OS Backplate
    T-Work's Power Boost Back Plate is designed to increase middle to high range power on OS .21 based engines.  It is also designed to increase fuel efficiency and return to idle quicker.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 25, 2021, 12:01 p.m. View Comments
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    New Tekin Racing Power Cell Batteries
    Tekin Racing is ready to release their first line of batteries including 1S-4S HV LiHv packs for surface applications.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 25, 2021, 11:29 a.m. View Comments
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    KWR Engineering Now Carries Solaris Tires
    KWR Engineering is proud to announce that they are now the exclusive distributor for Solaris wheels and tires in Australia.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 22, 2021, 10:59 a.m. View Comments
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    New Arrma Vendetta 1/8th Scale 3S On-Road RTR
    The ready-to-run, 1/8 scale ARRMA VENDETTA 4X4 3S BLX Speed Racer makes it easy for any driver with intermediate experience to enjoy the thrill of blasting at incredible speeds over on-road and light off-road surfaces.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 22, 2021, 11:36 a.m. View Comments
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    New Xray X4 Presentation
    Team Xray has released the presentation for the forthcoming X4 which is the next generation of their touring car program.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 22, 2021, 12:08 p.m. View Comments
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    New Pro-Line Racing 1/24th Scale Crawler Options
    Pro-Line Racing has released a new body and tire for 1/24th scale crawlers with the 1978 Chevy K-10 body and Hyrax 1.0 tires.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 22, 2021, 11:07 a.m. View Comments
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    New T-Works Team Associated Steering Plate and LRC C/D Blocks
    T-Works has released new low roll center C and D blocks for the Team Associated 1/8th scale buggies as well as a new aluminum steering plate for the cars.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 22, 2021, 11:20 a.m. View Comments
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    Flashback Friday: 2015 Beach RC Masters of Dirt Mains
    In 2015 Steven Hartson was crowned the Master of Dirt at Beach RC at the first edition of the Masters of Dirt. Check out some main event footage from the race that year. #FlashbackFriday
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 1, 2021, 11:35 a.m. View Comments
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    Marco Baruffolo Leaves Team Xray
    Marco Baruffolo has started silly season off by announcing that he is leaving Team Xray and will announce his next move soon.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2021, 2:15 p.m. View Comments
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    New Pro-Line Racing 1972 Plymouth Barracuda Motown Missile Edition Body
    Pro-Line is proud to introduce one of the most iconic Pro Stock bodies of all-time: the Motown Missile! In 1972, fully backed by Chrysler, MOPAR began to secretly develop a Barracuda into the ultimate Pro Stock drag car and "The Missile" was born.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2021, 1:47 p.m. View Comments
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    New S-Workz S35-4 C-Plate
    The latest SWORKz option part is the new rear front lower suspension plate made from thicker 7mm T7075 aluminum.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2021, 11:47 a.m. View Comments
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    The Unprofessionals: 2021 United States Truggy Ranking List
    We compiled a list of the 7 biggest Truggy races this year, check out how the top racers in the country stack up all 2021.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 28, 2021, 12:29 p.m. View Comments
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    New Exotek DR10 Alloy Diff Gear
    Exotek has released an alloy diff case for the DR10 to replace the plastic stock case.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2021, 11:36 a.m. View Comments
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    New Pro-Line Racing Hexon 1/10th Front Tire
    The Pro-Line Racing Hexon front tire features a hexagon pattern of uniquely shaped pins combined with Wedge style outer pins that provide longer-lasting tread and more consistent performance than previous generations of carpet tires.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2021, 12:09 p.m. View Comments
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    2021 Swiss On-Road National Finals Results
    The last round of the Swiss electric on-road nationals took place in Chiasso, find the results from pro stock, formula 1, and FWD.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2021, 11:25 a.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts Rehabs Silver Compound Available
    The popular JConcepts Rehab tire is now available in the Silver compound.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2021, 11:14 a.m. View Comments
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    New Ruddog Hobby Knife Options
    Ruddog's Hobby Knife Set includes a variety of handles and blades for drivers’ tasks, such as cutting and shaping PVC, ABS, wood, linoleum, various rubber, foam, and plastic compounds and other materials.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2021, 11:29 a.m. View Comments
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    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [10/13 - 10/20]
    As we get further through October 1/10th scale electric was the most popular racing genre last weekend followed by dirt oval and then 1/8th scale off-road. Check out where all the types of racing fall into place on this week's #IndustryAnalytics!
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 28, 2021, 11:30 a.m. View Comments
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    JConcepts 2021 Kinwald Klassic Report and Tire Guide
    The Kinwald Klassic is a race to remember Brian Kinwald who played a major role in the RC industry and community. Find the results and some extra information about the event here.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2021, 11:41 a.m. View Comments
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    New Redcat Kaiju EXT 1/8th 4wd 6S Monster Truck
    Redcat has taken the popular 1:8 scale Kaiju monster truck and extended its wheelbase, along with some additional changes.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2021, 12:20 p.m. View Comments
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    Bermudez is 2021 French 1/8th Buggy National Champion
    Remy Bermudez is the 2021 French National Champion in Nitro Buggy with the Xray XB8.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2021, 11:23 a.m. View Comments
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    New Team Brood Racing Slipper Plates
    New from Team Brood Racing come two innovative options for one of the most critical components in any off-road competition racing buggy: the slipper clutch.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2021, 3:32 p.m. View Comments
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    New Capricorn RC Lab GT2 1/8th Electric GT Chassis
    Italian manufacturer Capricorn have widened their platform range, delving in to the 1:8th GT world. Offering a unique design to rivals on the market that will come in a GP and EP platform.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2021, 12:10 p.m. View Comments
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    2021 JBRL Electric Series Results
    Check out the series results from the 2021 JBRL Electric series following the finals at Hot Rod Hobbies.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2021, 1:25 p.m. View Comments
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    Drake Turns Laps at Thunder Alley [VIDEO]
    Take some laps with Adam Drake around Thunder Alley with his MBX8.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 19, 2021, 10:59 a.m. View Comments
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    New Fenix Racing Mistral 3.3 F1 Car
    Fenix Racing has released some new photos of the Mistral 3.3 F1 car.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 19, 2021, 11:23 a.m. View Comments
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    New Tekno Spindles and Hexes
    Tekno RC is pleased to announce the release of six new option parts to further enhance the performance of your favorite 1/8 scale Tekno RC vehicle.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 19, 2021, 10:50 a.m. View Comments
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    New Infinity IF14-2FWD Aluminum Chassis
    The Infinity IF14-2FWD aluminum chassis is precision machined from 2.0mm thick A7075 T6 material. Suitable for high-grip surfaces such as carpet and indoor asphalt surfaces.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 18, 2021, 11:51 a.m. View Comments
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    2021/2022 HCOT Series Round 1 Results
    On October 16th 2021, The Hooter Chassis Outlaw Tour (HCOT) kicked off its 18th consecutive year as the premier carpet oval series in the Mid Atlantic region. Find the results by clicking here.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 18, 2021, 12:09 p.m. View Comments
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    Absolute Hobbyz Now Carries Hot Race Tires
    Absolute Hobbyz now carries the full line of Hot Race off-road tires.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 18, 2021, 12:26 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts Super Dish Rustler/Stampede Wheels
    JConcepts is bringing the Super Dish wheel to the line-up available in bright white and gloss black colors for racers wanting the retro look while being distinct in appearance
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 18, 2021, 1:13 p.m. View Comments
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    New Xray XRS Poland 2021/2022 R1 Results
    First round of famous XRAY Racing Series Poland winter edition took place in great prepared Titan RC Arena held in Warsaw. Click here to find the results.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 18, 2021, 11:17 a.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts F2 Truck Body Mount Adaptors
    The JConcepts F2 Truggy body can now be fitted to HB Racing and Tekno truggies using this new adaptor kit.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 18, 2021, 2:07 p.m. View Comments
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