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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
    2020 RC Pro 1/8th Scale South Round 2 Results
     Check out the full results from round 2 of the RC Pro South 1/8th scale series from Thornhill Racing Circuit.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 24, 2020, 4:13 p.m. View Comments
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    New MiBorg FWD ST2.1 RCV Driveshaft Kit
     Check out the new MiBorg FWD ST2.1 RCV front drive shaft kit.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 24, 2020, 10:24 a.m. View Comments
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    New VP Pro Tiger Evo and Hybrid Evo Tires
     The latest tires from VPPRO include the Hybrid Evo and Tiger Evo, which are suitable for use on grass and carpet.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 21, 2020, 10:15 a.m. View Comments
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    New Serpent SRX8GTE WC Edition
     The SRX8GTE WC is based on the SRX8GTE that proved its great potential at the World championships in Miami this Jan 2020.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 21, 2020, 10:09 a.m. View Comments

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    New Pro-Line Pre-Built Pro-Series 32p Transmission
     Pro-Line has released a pre-built pro-series 32P transmission for the slash 2wd and electric Stampede 2wd.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 21, 2020, 11:50 a.m. View Comments
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    Flashback Friday: Marc Rheinard Documentary
     We stumbled across this awesome documentary on Marc Rheinard which was part of a senior thesis project by youtube user Zdeno Kunak.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 28, 2020, 11:28 a.m. View Comments
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    New Muchmore Racing Red Factory Lightweight Pit Board
     Muchmore's New Red Factory Team Light Weight 1/10 Pit Boards are now in-stock at Muchmore USA!
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 21, 2020, 11:28 a.m. View Comments
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    Spirit Controlled Fall Fest Announcement
     Check out the flyer for the Spirit Controlled Fall Fest which takes place October 9th-11th.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 21, 2020, 11:04 a.m. View Comments

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    New Donathen RC Solder-Less Bullet Connectors
     Check out the new solder-less 4mm to 5mm bullet connectors from Donathen RC.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 21, 2020, 10:29 a.m. View Comments
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    Muchmore USA Premium Race Mask
     Muchmore USA is excited to announce the release of our new Muchmore premium race masks.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 21, 2020, 10:01 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Racing by the Numbers: August 2020
     Check out how the events of 2020 have affected racing entry counts and the trends all the way back to 2018. These numbers show all the active racers by month so as you can see numbers are increasing monthly following the recent world events and with
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 27, 2020, 10:34 a.m. View Comments
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    New Schumacher Storm ST Full Release
     The Schumacher Storm ST is a fast and agile stadium truck developed from the Cougar Laydown buggy. It features a light weight, low centre of gravity design, for optimum performance on a wide range of track surfaces.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 20, 2020, 11:06 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Trinity Titanium Motor Screws
     Trinity has released new titanium motor screws in "oil slick" colors.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 20, 2020, 1:48 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    JConcepts Wicked Weekend Feature Film [VIDEO]
     JConcepts released all the footage they have from the Wicked Weekend for a feature film length video.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 20, 2020, 10:45 a.m. View Comments
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    New Wallie Builds XB4 Carbon Side Guards
     In the world of competitive racing, carbon fiber is a very popular material of choice. Its strength and lightweight design make it the absolute choice for serious racers. WB is proud to release carbon fiber side guards for the Xray XB4.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 20, 2020, 10:58 a.m. View Comments
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    Yokomo US Driver of the Week: Kyle Colbert
     Yokomo would like to introduce the Yokomo USA Racer of the Week, Kyle Colbert!
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 20, 2020, 10:30 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [8/12 - 8/19]
     Ever wondered how many people are racing R/C cars in America? Is the hobby growing or declining? Which classes are gaining and losing popularity? With the help of LiveTime Scoring we have the answers in LiveRC's new weekly segment "Industry Analytics
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 26, 2020, 2 p.m. View Comments
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    Learning About Horizon Hobby and Pro-Line [VIDEO]
     Join Matthew Kett from Scale Builder's Guild as he talked to Todd Mattson, President and CEO of Pro-Line Racing, and Chris Dickerson, President of Horizon Hobby.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 19, 2020, 9:55 a.m. View Comments
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    TLR Live Show: Dakotah Phend This Thursday
     Tune in this Thursday at 7 PM to the TLR Facebook page live show as the Phenom, Dakotah Phend, joins up to recap his race weekend from the Wicked Weekend.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 19, 2020, 10:47 a.m. View Comments
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    New 1/7th Scale Arrma Felony 6S Brushless RTR
     Inspired by the muscle cars that shaped the American auto industry in the 1960s and 70s, the 1/7 scale FELONY™ 6S BLX 4WD RTR tops off a tough and powerful ARRMA® brushless platform with stunning retro style.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 19, 2020, 10:03 a.m. View Comments

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    New LMR A319/e Aluminum and Carbon Fiber Adjustable Rear Hubs
     The new LMR rear hubs allow for adjustable arm position, height, and even more link options for the A319/e.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 19, 2020, 10:12 a.m. View Comments
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    New Muchmore Racing 5750mah 7.6v 140c Shorty Pack
     Muchmore is very excited to announce the arrival of the new silicone graphene 5750mah HV 7.6v 140C Shorty Li-Po Battery!
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 19, 2020, 1:58 p.m. View Comments
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    Hong Nor Searching for Distribution
     Hong Nor is searching for distribution in the United States, The United Kingdom, and Australia.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 19, 2020, 9:45 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Drake Talks Exhausts [VIDEO]
     Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing talks about exhaust systems and manifold length.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 18, 2020, 10:33 a.m. View Comments

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    New Team Associated B74.1/D Kits
     The engineering continues. The B74.1 platform introduces the use of two separate chassis configurations. The B74.1 is the buggy of choice for high-grip carpet or turf track surfaces with its next-generation Octalock 2- Pad high-load, high-capacity, c
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 18, 2020, 2:03 p.m. View Comments
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    Sousa and Morrow Win at the 2020 Otterville Nitro Blast
     Mark Sousa and Barrett Morrow took 2 wins at the 2020 Otterville Nitro Blast in Nitro Buggy and Electric Buggy with Xray.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 18, 2020, 10:25 a.m. View Comments
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    2020 Wicked Weekend: Cavalieri and Phend are Champions
     Ryan Cavalieri grabbed the Pro Nitro Buggy win with Dakotah Phend taking the Pro Truggy and Ebuggy wins at the 2020 Wicked Weekend. Check out all the results here.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 25, 2020, 10:41 a.m. View Comments
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    New Schumacher Storm Stadium Truck Coming
     Schumacher has released two teaser photos of the upcoming Storm stadium truck coming from the popular brand.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 18, 2020, 10:39 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New VP Pro 1/10th Scale Ride Height Gauge
     VP Pro has created a new ride height gauge for 1/10th scale with increments from 3-20mm.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 18, 2020, 10:18 a.m. View Comments
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    Palsson is the 2020 South Swedish Cup Champion
     Jessica Palsson is the South Swedish Cup Champion for 2020 in the 1/8th scale nitro buggy class with Nemo Racing and AKA Products.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 18, 2020, 10:53 a.m. View Comments
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    The Hobbyplex Show: Episode 28
     This week on The Hobbyplex Show, Alex Sturgeon and Will Brinton talk about Hobbyplex news, new products and race results.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 17, 2020, 8:23 a.m. View Comments
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    Monday Morning Poll: Rain or Shine
     Are you a fair weather racer or can you deal with a bit of rain and delays? This weekend at #WickedWeekend tested patience but created for some epic pit parties and a great atmosphere. #MondayMorningishPoll
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 21, 2020, 11:45 a.m. View Comments

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    Pit Lane Hobbies AMGT V2 Body
     The Pit Lane Hobbies AMGT V2 body is designed after the current Aston Martin GT being campaigned in world GT3 racing in Europe and America.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 17, 2020, 7:45 a.m. View Comments
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    New VP Pro Jelly and Wedge Evo Carpet Tires
     The VP Pro VP-251 and VP-250 tires are 1/10 2WD Front Tires suitable for Carpet surfaces. They provide good straight-line stability and cornering speed.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 17, 2020, 7:57 a.m. View Comments
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    Haatanen is 2020 Finnish 1/8th Buggy National Champion
     Joona Haatanen took the win at the 1:8th Offroad Nationals in Finland with his RUDDOG RNX21.3 powered Team Associated RC8B3.2 ahead of Ari Heinonen and Pekko Iivonen.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 17, 2020, 3:54 p.m. View Comments
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    New Mugen Seiki MTC2
     Mugen Seiki is proud to announce the NEW MTC2 Electric 1/10th Touring Car Kit. The MTC2 has a new innovative design and uses high quality materials and coatings.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 17, 2020, 4:16 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Bittydesign Vision E819 Body
     Check out the new Bittydesign Vision offering for the HB Racing E819.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 17, 2020, 8:37 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Muchmore Racing Driver of the Week: Dominic Favorito
     Muchmore Racing like to introduce our Muchmore USA Racer of the Week, Dominic Favorito!
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 17, 2020, 4:04 p.m. View Comments
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    Götzl takes 2 at Czech Open Series R4
     The 4th round of Czech Open series 2020 was held last weekend at the RC AUTA LCM club in Terezin. Check out the results here.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 17, 2020, 7:51 a.m. View Comments
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    Wicked Weekend 2020 : Phend Dominates Qualifying
     Qualifying finished up late last night here at the Wicked Weekend with Dakotah Phend being the class of the field and taking the TQ in all 3 pro classes.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 15, 2020, 4:11 p.m. View Comments

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