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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
    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 Team Associated RC28 2wd 1/18th Scale Competition Race Kit
     Introducing the Team Associated RC28R Team Kit. Though small in scale, the RC28R delivers big performance in an easy to set up package.
    Tyler Hooks July 31, 2025, 5:20 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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    New Powerstar Engine Pressure Gauge
     Powerstar has released their newest product, PS-701, an Engine Digital Pressure Gauge.
    Tyler Hooks July 31, 2025, 4:51 p.m. View Comments

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    2025 Texas State Carpet On-Road Championship Podiums
     161 entries converged on the DFW area to RCCA for the 2025 Texas State On-Road Nationals, check out all of the podiums here.
    Tyler Hooks July 31, 2025, 5:40 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts Carvers and Paddle Pin 2.2" 2wd Tire Options
     The JConcepts Carvers and Paddle Pin tread patterns are ready for 2.2" 2wd buggy racing in vintage and loamy dirt conditions.
    Tyler Hooks July 31, 2025, 5:10 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New ProMotion Magnum 2.2 Wheels
     The Magnum Wheel was designed specifically for dirt oval, taking ProMotion back to their oval roots.
    Tyler Hooks July 30, 2025, 4:22 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Top25rc Rankings Post 2025 Wicked Weekend
     Check out the new Top25rc driver rankings following Wicked Weekend 2025.
    Tyler Hooks July 30, 2025, 4:40 p.m. View Comments

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    New JConcepts 1950 Ford F-1 TRX-4M Body
     JConcepts picks up another legendary design from the 1950’s and adapts those vintage qualities to fit the popular Traxxas TRX-4M vehicle. The 1950 Ford F-1 was well ahead of its time with rugged all-steel body, and distinct grille.
    Tyler Hooks July 30, 2025, 4:46 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New VP-Pro WN-015 1/8th Off-Road Wing
     VP-Pro is thrilled to introduce their new 1/8 Buggy / Truggy Wing, WN-015, intended for use with 1/8th off-road vehicles.
    Tyler Hooks July 30, 2025, 4:06 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New SuperRad SR-40 NASCAR Body
     The SuperRad SR-40 1/12 Old School Stock Car body is designed to fit the Losi NASCAR series of RTR cars.
    Tyler Hooks July 30, 2025, 4:32 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Rossing Designs HBS Body Mounting System
     The HBS is designed to screw in with your wing mounting screws, to mount your body from horizontal body posts, and is an anti-tuck device. This works with bodies like: Twister, Wolverine, Super Mafia bodies.
    Tyler Hooks July 30, 2025, 4:14 p.m. View Comments

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    SC1RCC 100th Race Anniversary
     SC1RCC is hosting their 100th racing event on August 24th in Strongstown, PA. Enjoy all the 1RC and Losi NASCAR classes offered for the event.
    Tyler Hooks July 29, 2025, 5:29 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JCI Warneer Tucked SCX24 Crawler Body
     JConcepts continues to build crawler body options with the addition of the Warneer designed for Axial SCX24 5.2” wheelbase vehicles.
    Tyler Hooks July 29, 2025, 6:03 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Pillow Ball Maintenance With Jacob Hardison [VIDEO]
     Jacob Hardison of Adrenaline RC Raceway shared some pillow ball maintenance tips this week for the track's weekly tech tips segment.
    Tyler Hooks July 29, 2025, 6:14 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts 1992 Ford Ranger Extended Cab SCX24 Body
     JConcepts steps into the mid-sized body shell truck market with the 1992 Ford Ranger release to fit the Axial SCX24 6.1” wheelbase truck.
    Tyler Hooks July 29, 2025, 5:22 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New JConcepts 1961 Corvair Lakewood SCX24 Crawler Body
     The station wagon you didn’t know you needed has now arrived from JConcepts. Originally, the Chevy Corvair was introduced as an affordable compact car to compete in the 1960’s sales market with the Volkswagen Beetle.
    Tyler Hooks July 29, 2025, 6:18 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JCI Warlord Tucked SCX24 Crawler Body
     JConcepts continues to build crawler body options with the addition of the Warlord designed for the Axial SCX24 5.2” wheelbase vehicles.
    Tyler Hooks July 29, 2025, 5:37 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New RSRC Carbon Setup Board Options
     Look very classy and professional in the pits with the unique RSRC engraved setup boards!
    Tyler Hooks July 29, 2025, 5:56 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Drake Talks When to Bleed Emulsion Shocks [VIDEO]
     Adam Drake took some time this week to explain how often you should bleed your emulsion shocks.
    Tyler Hooks July 29, 2025, 6:07 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New RaceOpt FFV4 Independent Rear TC Suspension Conversion
     Upgrade your ride with precision and performance! RaceOpt's latest conversion kit is designed to take your FFV4 to the next level with an independent rear suspension setup.
    Tyler Hooks July 29, 2025, 5:46 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Pro-Line Racing 1/8th Scale Sector Wing
     Pro-Line's Sector Wing increases the overall Performance, Style, and Durability that serious 1/8 scale racers are looking for.
    Tyler Hooks July 28, 2025, 6:11 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Power HD Mini Crawler Servos
     Power HD  has released new mini crawler servos, the TR-4M & WT35 which are specific waterproof mini servos for TRAXXAS 1/18 TRX-4M.
    Tyler Hooks July 28, 2025, 5:22 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts Warneer Tucked 12.3" Crawler Body
     JConcepts continues to build crawler body options with the addition of the Warneer designed for 12.3” wheelbase vehicles.
    Tyler Hooks July 28, 2025, 5:42 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    2025 Wicked Weekend Podium Pictures
     Check out all of the podium finishers from the 2025 Wicked Weekend held this past weekend in Gainesville, Georgia.
    Tyler Hooks July 28, 2025, 6 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Reflex RX8 Gen 3 1/28th Scale Chassis
     Reflex Racing has released two new Gen 3 1/28th scale racing chassis' with the RX28SE and RX28D.
    Tyler Hooks July 28, 2025, 5:48 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Bezerk RC P12V2 Optional Carbon Side Plates
     The optional Bezerk RC P12V2 side plates are made in Australia from a thicker carbon fiber and offer a significant flex reduction than the genuine Roche units.
    Tyler Hooks July 28, 2025, 5:28 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts Rock Block 4.19" Crawler Tire
     JConcepts unloads a new crawling tire option to market with Rock Block. An all-condition performer, the Adventure Team from Groveland, Florida has incorporated many new details in these 4.19” beauties.
    Tyler Hooks July 25, 2025, 7:23 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Team GFRP Short Sway Bar Kit
     Team GFRP has release a new short .045 sway bar kit, 77mm in length, intended for use with the Mistress, Assailant, and Hustler with some modification.
    Tyler Hooks July 25, 2025, 7:49 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts Bulls Eye 2.0" Crawler Wheels
     The Bulls Eye wheel with JConcepts blue anodizing has a distinct look and positive offset makes this a premier option for competition machines.
    Tyler Hooks July 25, 2025, 7:07 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Team Associated RC10 Trail Truck
     A performance rig built to endure. When hitting the trail, you want to do it with confidence and the answer is the RC10 Trail Truck Portal Kit!
    Tyler Hooks July 25, 2025, 7:19 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts JCI Slim Tuck 1979 Ford F250 Super Cab Crawler Body
     JConcepts set out to add another body shape to the line-up with a Slim Tuck version of the classic 1970’s Ford body.
    Tyler Hooks July 25, 2025, 7:45 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Redcat Racing Ascent-18 Brushless Rock Crawler
     The Redcat Ascent-18, 1:18 scale crawler, is now available in a ready-to-run brushless version. Featuring a 3450kv brushless motor and a 3-channel brushless ESC, this crawler delivers impressive performance.
    Tyler Hooks July 25, 2025, 7:02 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New EcoPower Aluminum Micro Winch Servo
     EcoPower is pleased to announce the release of its WP173W aluminum digital waterproof micro winch servo with spool, line, and hook for micro-scale RC winching applications.
    Tyler Hooks July 25, 2025, 7:31 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts Bossman 4.19" Crawler Tire
     The asymmetrical Bossman tire is intended to be unique, one that intentionally is unconventional in the placement left to right on a rig is not a mirror image.
    Tyler Hooks July 25, 2025, 6:58 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Updated Raceform 1/10th Scale Off-Road Electrified Tire Gluing Jig
     This brand-new Electric Tire Gluing Jig is meticulously designed from the ground up to offer unparalleled ease of use, consistency, and efficiency for all 1/10 buggy (2WD and 4WD) and stadium truck classes.
    Tyler Hooks July 24, 2025, 9:04 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Klinik RC 4-40 Titanium Screws, Lexan Wing, and Fuel Cooler
     Klinik RC now has 4-40 titanium screw options, an updated Lexan wing, and exhaust coolers for nitro vehicles.
    Tyler Hooks July 24, 2025, 8:45 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Schumacher Rebel Mini Touring Car Body
     Proven shape and design matching modern Touring Car body trends. The Rebel is supplied clear with overspray film, wing, mounting hardware and window and light masks.
    Tyler Hooks July 24, 2025, 9:09 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New PDX RC Raceway Rebrand
     PDX RC Underground is having a name change and rebrand after 8 years.
    Tyler Hooks July 24, 2025, 8:51 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Power HD Large Scale Servos
     Power HD has released a new large scale servo new series: WB-100KG, WB-120KG, WB-150KG, which can be used in 1/6th and 1/5th scale vehicles.
    Tyler Hooks July 23, 2025, 4:38 p.m. View Comments

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