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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 Arrowmax 1S 8000mAh Graphene Pack
     Arrowmax has released a new 8000mAh 1S pack for 1/12th scale racers in both stock and modified.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2018, 9:48 a.m. View Comments
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    New Infinity IF18 Rear Body Mount Spacer
     Infinity has introduced an optional aluminium body mount spacer for their IF18 1:8 Onroad chassis. Used together with the optional 1 piece carbon mounting plate, the spacer offers extra body post stability and is available in both silver and red.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2018, 9:34 a.m. View Comments
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    Kuenning Wins at the Halloween Classic
     Max Kuenning won super stock 1/12th scale for Xray at the 2018 Halloween Classic at The Gate Raceway.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2018, 9:40 a.m. View Comments
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    Ciccarello Steps Down From Serpent Racing
     In a Facebook post this morning, Paul Ciccarello explained his reasons behind stepping away from Serpent Racing and moving into a job outside of the industry.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2018, 9:18 a.m. View Comments

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    Maifield Dismissed from Reds Racing Team
     Ryan Maifield has been dismissed from the Reds Racing Team following events that took place at last weekend's IFMAR World Championships.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2018, 9:02 a.m. View Comments
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    Richard Jenkins Charged on 4 Counts of Lewdness With A Minor
     Caster Racing Part's Rick Jenkins was charged Thursday in Douglas County in Nevada on 4 counts of lewdness with a minor under the age of 16.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 10, 2018, 1:08 p.m. View Comments
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    Deering and Hinz Win Arizona State Championships
     Ashe Deering took mod 2wd buggy and Tommy Hinz took mod 4wd buggy at the 2018 Arizona State Championships.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2018, 11:20 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Donathen RC Low Profile 5mm Connectors
    Donathen RC has released new low profile gold plated 5mm connectors.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2018, 12:31 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Xray X1'19 Officially Online
    The online site for the Xray X1'19 is officially live. Check out the link here.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2018, 11:31 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Pittman Dominates 2018 Big Chill
     Luke Pittman took the modified TC win at the 2018 Big Chill in Chillwack, British Columbia.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2018, 11:13 a.m. View Comments
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    Infinity Releases new M4x12mm Washers
     Infinity has released a new optional set of 4 large diameter aluminum M4x12mm counter sink washers for its 1/8 Onroad World Championship winning IF18.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 8, 2018, 9:33 a.m. View Comments
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    Track Records Set at Region 9 On-road Championships
     The ROAR Region 9 Electric On-road Regional Championship took place this past weekend at N-Control Raceway. Here are the results!
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 8, 2018, 10:10 a.m. View Comments

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    New JConcepts Blocker Tire
     JConcepts has released their new Blocker tire at the 2018 IFMAR Nitro off-road World Championships.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 8, 2018, 9:48 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Team Associated/Reedy Holiday Ornament
    Deck out your tree with this blue and silver Team Associated and Reedy Ornament.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 8, 2018, 9:24 a.m. View Comments
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    New Hudy A1-36 Asphalt tires
     The New Hudy A1-36 is a tire specifically designed for asphalt tracks, and it has a unique tough rubber compound formulated for high-competition asphalt racing.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 8, 2018, 9:56 a.m. View Comments
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    New Team Associated Shapeways Store
     Team Associated has all new 3D printable designs now for-sale on Shapeways.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 8, 2018, 9:41 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New AKA P1 Tire
     AKA has released a new tire during the 2018 IFMAR World Championships in Perth, Australia called the P1.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 7, 2018, 4:15 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Pletka Wins Fun Cup Austria
     Rudolf Pletka took the win in 17.5 TC at the Fun Cup in Pletka Austria.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 6, 2018, 9:25 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    The Ultimate Texas RC Prank [VIDEO]
     The RC racers down in Texas played the ultimate prank on a fellow racer! *Warning Explicit Language*
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 6, 2018, 3:38 p.m. View Comments
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    New Team Associated FT Graphite Motor Plate
     Team Associated has released a new FT graphite motor plate for the 6.1 line of cars and trucks.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 6, 2018, 11:13 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Rose is the Invitational Champion
     Brandon Rose has Won The 2018 Invitational at Gulf Coast Raceway.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 6, 2018, 9:40 a.m. View Comments
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    New Infinity Fuel Bottle
    Infinity has added a brand fuel bottle to their line up of accessories for nitro racing.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 6, 2018, 9:33 a.m. View Comments
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    New Roapex Stadium Truck Tires
     HRC Distribution / Roapex are now introducing two 1/10 tires, especially designed for Stadium Trucks, the TRIGGER and MORPH. These tires are completing the new ROAPEX tires range.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 2, 2018, 10:15 a.m. View Comments
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    New HPI Racing FJ Cruiser Body
     Venture truck owners and scale Toyota fans can now customize their trucks the officially licensed FJ Cruiser body set from HPI Racing. Loaded with scale features, a custom-painted FJ Cruiser will bring a whole new look to your next trail run!
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 2, 2018, 10:27 a.m. View Comments

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    New JConcepts Tracker Wheel Discs
     The JConcepts Tracker wheel discs are replacement options for the Dragon wheel sets to provide a new look or to simply change the color scheme to existing wheels.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 2, 2018, 10:39 a.m. View Comments
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    Pacific Coast Hobbies Vendor Day
     Pacific Coast Hobbies is welcoming representatives from Proline, Team Associated, and MIP to talk with customers on November 10th. Come check it out!
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 1, 2018, 9:14 a.m. View Comments
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    New Traxxas Slash 4x4 VXL Colors
     Known for speed, durability, and unbeatable fun, the Traxxas Slash 4X4 VXL (68086-4) is always a fan favorite. Three new race replica colors are joining the popular Slash lineup just in time for holiday shopping.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 1, 2018, 9:26 a.m. View Comments
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    Hobby Action Raceway: Haul In For The Holidays
     Hobby Action Raceway is hosting their 2nd annual toy drive on December 8th. Show up, race some cars, and give back to the community!
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 31, 2018, 9:30 a.m. View Comments

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    New RCLYFE 1mm TLR 22 4.0 Shock Tower Shim
     In reaction to the Team Losi Racing blog post about shimming the tower on the Losi 22 4.0. RCLYFE has decided to make a 1mm shim for the shock tower.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 31, 2018, 10:41 a.m. View Comments
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    New STRC Brass +3 Traxxas TRX-4 Hex
     The new STRC Traxxas TRX-4 CNC Machined High Quality Brass +3mm off-set Hex Adapters not only adds more weight to your front and rear drive axles (combine total of 25g) it also slightly increase the width of your TRX-4 giving it more stability.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 31, 2018, 9:14 a.m. View Comments
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    Florian Joos Joins XRAY Junior Team
     XRAY is happy to announce that Belgian driver Florian Joos is joining the XRAY Junior Team to race the XRAY T4 & X12 platforms.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 31, 2018, 10:42 a.m. View Comments
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    New MIP X-Duty Tech Tip [VIDEO]
     MIP's Matt Olson has released a new video showing how to properly install the axles on select Traxxas cars and trucks.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 31, 2018, 9:23 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    452 November Club Race
     452 Raceway is hosting their monthly club race on a fresh track build. Stop by and check it out!
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 30, 2018, 12:33 p.m. View Comments
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    'The Invitational' Returns This Weekend
     The Texas Invitational is returning to Houston Texas this weekend with an invite Ebuggy class for the best in the region.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 30, 2018, 12:43 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Novotny Wins Lestr Cup R1
     Kaja Novotny has taken the win in 2wd and 4wd buggy at the first round of the Lestr Cup.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 30, 2018, 9:05 a.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts Bodies Available Through HB Racing
     Now available from HB Racing is the Silencer Lightweight bodyshell from JConcepts. The Silencer Lightweight is a no compromise bodyshell for hardcore racers. It’s 30g lighter than the standard bodyshell for lower CG, quicker acceleration and improved
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 30, 2018, 9:15 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    IFMAR WORLDS: Overall Results from the 200mm Worlds
     Here is the overall results list from last week's IFMAR 200mm Touring Car World Championship.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 30, 2018, 9:25 a.m. View Comments
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    IFMAR WORLDS: Matsukura is the 2018 200mm Nitro World Champion
     The 2018 edition of the IFMAR 200mm Nitro On-road Worlds are officially over. Naoto Matsukura has taken the title from the number 3 spot on the grid.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 27, 2018, 7:53 p.m. View Comments
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    Drake Wins Fall Brawl at Hal's Hobby
     This past weekend was held the Fall Brawl race at the Hal’s Hobby Warehouse track in El Paso, Texas. Mugen Seiki‘s Adam Drake would sweep the nitro buggy and E-buggy classes.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2018, 9 a.m. View Comments
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    XRS Grand Final Announcement
     Experience the world of RC racing at the amazing XRS Grand Final. Get ready for unparalleled entertainment with your favorite RC cars, world top drivers, interactive experiences and Saturday party.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2018, 1:21 p.m. View Comments

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