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Tyler Hooks

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Tyler Hooks

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 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
    New Jconcepts Yokomo Turnbuckles
     JConcepts has released the popular Fin Titanium Turnbuckles for the DTM and CAL yokomo buggies.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 30, 2019, 9:47 a.m. View Comments
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    Mort Departs From JQ Racing
     Max Mort has made the decision to step away from JQ Racing after 10 years with the brand.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 30, 2019, 10:06 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Serpent SRX8-GTe LWB Electric 1/8th Kit
     The SRX8-GTe LWB is the all new electric car is based off the high level of performance experienced in the SRX8-GTE and proven durability of the SRX8 line of cars.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 30, 2019, 11:31 a.m. View Comments
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    New Jconcepts B74 Carbon Steering Arms
     Back in the design lab, the JConcepts team went to work with 2.5mm Carbon Fiber material to better outfit and shed some weight from the Team Associated B74 vehicle. The design team has pin-pointed the exact geometry locations of the steering arms and
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 26, 2019, 10:18 a.m. View Comments

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    New Lit RC +10mm Adjustable Wing Mount Risers
     This Lit RC +10mm Adjustable Wing Mount raises the rear wing of your 8ight-X +10mm from the stock wing mount.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 26, 2019, 10:11 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Drake Talks the Mugen Seiki Droop Gauge
     Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing talks about the B0548 Droop Gauge.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 26, 2019, 10:30 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Xray GTX C-Hub Conversion Kit
     Check out the new complete Xray C-hub conversion set for GTX platform fits both nitro and electric powered GTX.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 23, 2019, 9:56 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New PR Racing V3TR Teaser Picture
     PR Racing is pleased to show the first official teaser picture of the new 2020 V3TR. The body is also a replacement for the ST1 and V3T stadium trucks.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 23, 2019, 9:53 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New JConcepts RC10T Body Re-Release
     JConcepts, with approval from Team Associated, have reintroduced the genuine RC10T Team Truck body shell to the masses.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 23, 2019, 9:48 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Hernandez of RCDivas Joins Team Trinity
     Jazmine Hernandez, founder of RC Divas has joined the Team Trinity team for 2020.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 23, 2019, 9:27 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    A State of RC: Richard Barton Christmas 2019
     Welcome back to a State of RC. This week, it's the Christmas prize draw, and time to catch up with regular Christmas guest, Richard Barton, a top level UK Racer.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 23, 2019, 9:39 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Elbisser and N'Diaye Win LWS R2
     Benjamin Elbisser and Cyril N'Diaye split wins at the second round of the LWS series in France.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 20, 2019, 10:57 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    The No Name RC Podcast: Anthony Westergaard
     Joining The No Name RC Podcast this week is Anthony Westergaard the Owner of Factory Tracks and a very fast up and coming 8th scale racer.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 20, 2019, 9:59 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    CRC 125 Snowbirds Warm-Up Race
     The Hooter Chassis Outlaw Tour will host the CRC 125 which will serve as an excellent opportunity for racers to get big track experience before the upcoming Snowbirds.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 20, 2019, 11:02 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Hesse Joins Sworkz and TPro
     SWORKz is happy that Max Hesse is joining the SWORKz family. Max Hesse will run the 1/8 classes and use TPRO tires also.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 20, 2019, 10:05 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Hudy Arena 2019 IFMAR World Champs Footage [VIDEO]
     Check out the full video from the 2019 IFMAR World Championship 1/10 off-road at Hudy Arena.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 20, 2019, 11:11 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Spencer Rivkin's Vlogs: The Badlands Onboard Footage [VIDEO]
     Check out this new video from Spencer Rivkin showing some onboard footage from The Badlands.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 20, 2019, 11:05 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Ultimate M3X V2.0 Engine
     Check out the new Modelix 3 port .21 Off-Road Ultimate M3X V2.0 Ceramic Competition Engine. Like its predecessor M3X, the V2.0 is made by the prestigious Japanese O.S. Engines brand.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 20, 2019, 10:41 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    2019/2020 360v2 Hobbywing Winter Series
     Check out all the information on the 2020 Hobbywing Winter Series set to be hosted at 360v2 Raceway.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 19, 2019, 10:03 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Xray T4'20 Anti-Roll Bars
     Xray has released a new set of anti-roll bars for the new T4'20 touring car.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 19, 2019, 10:28 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New JConcepts Aero S-Type 7" Rear Wing
     The next generation of rear wings is here, developed and manufactured by JConcepts Inc. The 7” wide S-type wing includes options not yet seen before on a 1/10th off-road rear wing.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 19, 2019, 11:56 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts 1966 Chevy Nova II Body
     To bring the Street Eliminator product to market, JConcepts worked together with Chevrolet to incorporate the heritage while also including options to bring out the street racer appeal which resulted in the 1966 Chevy Nova II body.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 19, 2019, 10:22 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Element Enduro Truck Parts
     Check out the newest batch of Element Enduro Truck parts to better equip your truck.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 19, 2019, 10:14 a.m. View Comments
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    New Xray XB2 LCG Front and Rear Towers
     The Xray XB2 CNC-machined aluminum rear shock tower is made from 3mm thick premium Swiss 7075 T6 aluminum.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 18, 2019, 9:19 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Bittydesign S35-3E Vision Body
     The VISION project stems from the desire to offer to the Off-road enthusiasts a high-performance body shell thanks to meticulous design at the vanguard of design and style.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 18, 2019, 9:13 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    LaFlower, French, and Royston Dominate 2019 RC Pro 1/10th Finals
     Check out the results from the final round of the inaugural RC Pro 1/10th Scale Series Series and with 88 entries it was a huge success.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 18, 2019, 9:53 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Maifield Wins 2019 INS 4wd Championship With Yokomo
     The final round of the 2019 JConcepts Indoor National Series was held this past weekend at Beach RC in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Yokomo would arrive at this years finals with a strong team consisting of factory drivers Ryan Maifield and JP Richar
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 18, 2019, 12:53 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Join Team RC Discharger for 2020
     Team RC Discharger is accepting applications for the 2020 season.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 18, 2019, 9:41 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Extra Lap Podcast: Ryan Harris
     Ryan Harris tells us all why he chose to rejoin TLR after 2 years with Team Associated on this week's Extra Lap Podcast.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 18, 2019, 9:30 a.m. View Comments
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    New Xact RC YZ-2DTM/CAL3 Steering Link System
     Xactrc is proud to announce our new steering link system for the YZ-2 DTM3/CAL3 vehicles that was developed, tested, and made in the USA!
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 18, 2019, 9:04 a.m. View Comments
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    Coast2Coast Tekno RC Young Driver of the Month: Logan Lawrence
     It is with much joy that Coast2Coast RC announces the Tekno RC Australia Young Driver of the Month award for November goes to Logan Lawrence!
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 18, 2019, 8:56 a.m. View Comments
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    New 2020 Team Associated Calendar
    Remember Associated Electrics history as you travel through time with this glossy 2020 calendar.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 18, 2019, 8:50 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New T4'20 Long Suspension Arms
     Xray has a new completely redesigned front long suspension arm is 7mm longer than the short arms, which helps to generate more grip in low traction conditions and improves stability on higher traction surfaces.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 17, 2019, 9:50 a.m. View Comments
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    Yardy Joins the Xray Factory Team
     XRAY is happy to announce that top UK driver Tom Yardy is joining the XRAY Factory Team to race the XRAY XB2’20 & XB4’20 platforms.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 17, 2019, 10:10 a.m. View Comments
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    Dean, Baxter, and Wheeler Win the 2019 RCPro Oval Finals
     Check out the results from the final round of the inaugural RC Pro Oval Series at Indy RC World and with 134 entries it was a huge success.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 17, 2019, 10:17 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Drake Talks Protek 12V Engine Heater Conversion
     Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing talks about his 12V engine heater conversion.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 17, 2019, 9:57 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Xray 41T Front Bevel Gear
     Check out the new Xray precision-machined 41T differential bevel for large volume gear differential specially designed to use on the XB4 when smaller front tires are used.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 17, 2019, 9:26 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Pilot RC Winning Products From The INS Finals
     Pilot RC grabbed the overall win at the JC INS this past weekend. Check out the products used.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 17, 2019, 9:41 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Reilley Motorsports Voltage Checker
     Reilley Motorsports has come out with a new onboard voltage meter.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 16, 2019, 11 a.m. View Comments
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    Yeung Wins at Laliwarehouse
    Jonathan Yeung took the win at the Laliwarehouse this past weekend for their 2nd nitro event.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 16, 2019, 10:45 a.m. View Comments

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