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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
    A State of RC: Allan O'Brien
     Joining A State of RC this week, returning guest Allan O'Brien, Scotlands only F1 and national A finalist. The guys talk about his summer season and whats coming up over the winter.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 4, 2019, 8:35 a.m. View Comments
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    Extra Lap Podcast: Bruno Coelho
     2019 IFMAR 4WD World Champion Bruno Coelho chats about his recent win. Then back to the local UK scene and Grant tell us how you move an RC track.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 3, 2019, 10:10 a.m. View Comments
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    JConcepts Silver Compound 2.2 Rear Buggy Tires
     JConcepts has released the popular Ellipse tire for the rear of 2wd and 4wd buggies in the Silver compound.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 3, 2019, 9:56 a.m. View Comments
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    Tekno Win Report: September 2019
     Check out the Tekno RC September win report with victories all across North America.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 3, 2019, 1:13 p.m. View Comments

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    New Avid RC B74 -2mm Rear Shock Tower
     The Avid RC B74 -2mm Rear Shock Tower is made from 100% carbon fiber and designed to limit the shock uptravel to keep the dogbone from hitting the outdrives.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 3, 2019, 10:04 a.m. View Comments
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    THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: PiTD Saucy Washer
     This week on Thursday Testimonials we tested the new PiTD Saucy Washer; here are our thoughts.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 2, 2019, 9:56 a.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts B74 Shock Towers and Turnbuckles
     Racers have asked and JConcepts has delivered on a Carbon Fiber front and rear shock tower options and turnbuckles for the popular Team Associated B74 vehicle.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 2, 2019, 1:41 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    The Voice RC Podcast: Ryan Lutz
     The guest being interviewed in this episode is Ryan Lutz. He is the first professional pro driver to be on the podcast. Ryan answered questions about receiving the most votes for RCGP to his calm demeanor.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 1, 2019, 10:05 a.m. View Comments

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    New Tekno NB48 2.0 Arms, Springs, and Mud Guards
     Tekno RC is happy to announce the release of some new option and tuning parts that are designed to further enhance the performance of your favorite NB48 2.0 buggy. Please read for detailed information.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 1, 2019, 10:52 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts Aqua Blockers
     The JConcepts Blockers are now available in Aqua for 1/8th scale buggy.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 1, 2019, 10:42 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Drake Talks Servo Installation [VIDEO]
     Adam Drake fro Mugen Seiki Racing talks about installing servos.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 1, 2019, 10:32 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Mat Dodd Joins PR Racing and Inside Line
     PR Racing and Inside Line Racing are pleased to announce that Mid West driver Mat Dodd will be joining the team for 2020 to run the PR cars along with Maclan and SRT electronics.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 1, 2019, 10:22 a.m. View Comments

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    New Infinity IF14 Steel Ball Studs
     Infinity has released three new sets of Hard Steel Ball Ends for their IF14 Electric Touring Car.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 1, 2019, 10:12 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Lathrop, Chapman, and Baxter Win 2019 RCPro Oval R2
     Check out the full results from round two of the 2019 RCPro Oval Series hosted at N-Control Raceway.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 30, 2019, 11:26 a.m. View Comments
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    2019 Dirt RC Outlaw Series Finals Announcement
     The finals of the 2019 Dirt RC Outlaw Series are this weekend at Spirit Controlled RC in Erie, PA.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 30, 2019, 10:42 a.m. View Comments
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    A State of RC: Michal Orlowski Worlds Edition
     This week we get returning guest, Michal Orlowski in the hot seat. With a post IFMAR Worlds catch up and thoughts on the event. We also get up to date with Gupz and find out what went into making the live coverage of the event.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 30, 2019, 9:49 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Ran Out of Talent Podcast: Episode 31
     In episode 31 Joe and Ryan talked about everything worlds, racers craving shorter race days, Jeff Choban's touring car body guide, and so much more!
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 30, 2019, 9:40 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Bornhorst Wins LCRC Race Against Cancer
     The RC community was able to raise over $15,000 at the Race Against Cancer this past weekend at LCRC.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 27, 2019, 10:20 a.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts 1995 Ford F-150 RC10T2 Body
     The JConcepts 1995 Ford F-150 RC10T2 body is molded in a durable gauge material and includes rear spoiler, mounting hardware and decal sheet to completely outfit a vintage ride.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 27, 2019, 11:05 a.m. View Comments
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    Luke Lee Wins 2019 F1 UK National Finals.
    Check out the results from the final round of the 2019 UK F1 Nationals.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 27, 2019, 10:03 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Serpent SRX8-GTe Announcement
     The SRX8-GTe is an all new electric powered platform specifically designed for the 1/8th “GT” category. The car is based off the high level of performance experienced in the SRX8-GT and proven durability of the SRX8 line of cars.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 27, 2019, 9:51 a.m. View Comments
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    Team Associated 30th World Title Announcement
     Check out the Team Associated press release for the 30th World Championship Title for the brand won by Spencer Rivkin.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 26, 2019, 9:57 a.m. View Comments
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    New Sky RC B6 V2 Charger
     B6 V2 charger integrated with DC power input, pumping max power of 60W with the voltage ranging of 5-26V and 1-6A current, making it convenient to power your DC devices in the field.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 26, 2019, 10:05 a.m. View Comments
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    Wang Wins 2019 Protoform Cup
     This past weekend we saw over 80 entries at the annual Protoform Cup. It was held at the famous Steel City Raceway with a lot of new faces making the trip out to California.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 26, 2019, 10:30 a.m. View Comments

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    1982 GMC K10 Traxxas 1/16th E-Revo body
     Square body nation rejoice, the team at JConcepts has brought back the late 70’s and early 80’s generation GMC truck line-up to the RC enthusiast.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 26, 2019, 1:29 p.m. View Comments
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    New RDRP +4mm Steering Rack and Aluminum Bellcrank Set
     Ruddog Distribution have announced the release of the new RDRP +4mm Aluminium Steering Rack and Bellcrank Set.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 26, 2019, 10:55 a.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts Video Series' [VIDEO]
     JConcepts has a bunch of new video series' covering a range of different topics. Check out a couple of them right here.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 26, 2019, 10:36 a.m. View Comments
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    Reavis, Nguyen, and McCall Win PDX Triple Invite
     This last Sunday the inaugural PDX Triple Invite was held at PDX RC Underground. The invitational had the Northwests best and fasted drivers and had over 85 entries.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 26, 2019, 10:25 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    2019 XRS Greece Round 7 Results
     The 7th round of XRS Greece at took place RC Maniacs Argos track. Sunny weather and happy people gave a great atmosphere to the race.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 25, 2019, 10:16 a.m. View Comments
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    2019 Pro-Line Shootout in 2 Weeks
     The 2019 Proline Shootout is next week October 4th-6th. This is the Spec tire race that is not to be missed. With your race entry you will receive a set of 4 tires and foams. In the Buggy class the spec tire is M3 Slidelocks and in Truggy it will be
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 25, 2019, 10:04 a.m. View Comments
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    Extra Lap Podcast: Neil Cragg and Miklos Szabados
    Neil Cragg, lets the Extra Lap RC Podcast know how hard it was to get into last weeks 2WD IFMAR A-Final. Miklos Szabados tells the lads what it’s like fighting not too be last.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 24, 2019, 4:05 p.m. View Comments
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    2019 IFMAR R/C World Championship Vlog: Spencer Rivkin [VIDEO]
     In this video, Spencer Rivkin shows you a little behind the scenes on what it was like being in Slovakia at the 2019 IFMAR World Championships.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 24, 2019, 3:51 p.m. View Comments

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    New RDRP B74 Slipper Eliminator
    Ruddog Distribution have announced the release of the new RDRP Slipper Eliminator for the Team Associated B74 4WD Buggy.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 24, 2019, 9:58 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Drake Talks Mugen Replacement Pin Tool
     Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing shows how to use the Mugen Pin Replacement Tool.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 24, 2019, 10:25 a.m. View Comments
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    The Voice RC Podcast: Keenan White
     This week’s guest on The Voice RC Podcast is Keenan White aka Lefty the Great. Keenan is the team director for JQ Racing and also puts out a great podcasts.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 24, 2019, 3:58 p.m. View Comments
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    Devoll Dominates 2019 JBRL Electric Round 7
     Check out all the results from the 2019 JBRL Electric Series at Rainman's Hobbies where round 7 of the series was hosted.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 24, 2019, 4:18 p.m. View Comments

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    Tekno RC NB48 2.0 Blog Build (Bag L-S)
     Follow along as we give some insight on how to build the new NB48 2.0 Kit with both photos and videos. This article focuses on Bags L-S and finishes out the series.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 23, 2019, 5:12 p.m. View Comments
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    RC Pro Oval Series Round 2 Announcement
     The second round of the RC Pro Oval series is this weekend on Saturday September 28th at N-Control Raceway.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 23, 2019, 10:50 a.m. View Comments
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    Coelho is the 2019 IFMAR 4wd World Champion
     Bruno Coelho took the world championship title in 4wd buggy after 3 exciting mains for Team Xray.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 23, 2019, 10:33 a.m. View Comments
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    New Team Brood Racing Magnesium Washers
     Team Brood Racing's B-Mag Magnesium Washers are a first of their kind tuning option made for discriminating racers.
    Tyler Hooks Sept. 23, 2019, 10:22 a.m. View Comments

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