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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
    Ryan Harris Shares The Ultimate Tire Washing Solution [VIDEO]
     Ryan Harris shared an epic tire washing system that was on display at the RC Chili Bowl, check it out here.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 6, 2024, 6:59 p.m. View Comments
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    New 1up Racing Pro-RX FH4 and FH5 Receivers
     Introducing the 1up Racing Pro-RX FH4 & FH5 2.4GHz Receivers—a high-performance yet affordable solution designed to work seamlessly with compatible Sanwa transmitters.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 6, 2024, 7:07 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts ST Swaggers Pre-Mounts
     The Swagger 2.2” stadium truck front tire has a multitude of heights and angular ribs for cornering speed, consistency, and straight-line tracking ability. It is now available as a pre-mounted option.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 5, 2024, 5:33 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Infinity IF11-2 F1 Kit
     The Infinity IF11-2 has been reborn as a wide-tread and foam tire-compatible model.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 5, 2024, 5:27 p.m. View Comments

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    Horizon Hobby Shares TLR Parts Availability Update
     On Friday, the TLR Facebook page shared an update on the parts availability issues find the full information here.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 5, 2024, 7:18 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Reedy Power W24 Pullover Hoodie
     Available just in time for the winter racing season, Reedy's new W24 Pullover Hoodie with iconic Reedy Power logo features a 50/50 cotton and polyester blend fabric for comfort, warmth, and easy care.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 5, 2024, 5:36 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts Siren Rear 2.2 Buggy Pre-Mount
     JConcepts hits the track with another weapon for the carpet and astroturf racing world. The Siren tire, now available as pre-mounted, shares styling cues from its successful racing sibling, the Nessi.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 5, 2024, 5:21 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Team Associated B7 Build Playlist With Spencer Rivkin [VIDEO]
     Team Associated has shared a video series going through building a B7 with Spencer Rivkin and how he goes about building a kit to race at the highest level.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 5, 2024, 7:25 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Anderson and Drake Join Hobbywing
     Hobbywing has added even more star power to their lineup with Adam Drake and Kemp Anderson joining the team.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 5, 2024, 5:40 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts 4.19" Tusks and Megalithic Tires
     JConcepts continues to muscle new scale off-road items into the market with the introduction of the Tusk and Megalithic 1.9” for class 1 with a 4.19” O.D.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 2, 2024, 3:41 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    McBride Joins Nova Engines
     Nova Engines is proud to welcome Kyle McBride to their team for 2024.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 2, 2024, 3:28 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Jconcepts B7 Fin Titanium Turnbuckles
     Jconcepts has released the popular Fin Titanium Turnbuckles for the new Team Associated B7 kits.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 2, 2024, 3:23 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New JConcepts RC10T Rear Spoiler
     JConcepts has added 1 of the pieces to the puzzle for retro builders with a pre-formed rear spoiler which attaches to the rear of the original RC10T body.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 2, 2024, 3:32 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Hobbywing Officially Announces Kobbevik and Champlin
     Hobbywing is pleased to introduce 2 new drivers to the Hobbywing Team. Broc Champlin, a fast racer from the USA, and Daniel Kobbevik, a talented racer from Norway.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 2, 2024, 3:37 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Mugen Seiki Racing MSB1 Official Release
     Mugen Seiki is excited to announce the NEW MSB1 electric off-road 1/10th kit.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 31, 2024, 7:45 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [1/25 - 1/31]
     The 2024 racing season is back in full swing with over 17,000 entries in the #LivetimeScoring System this past week. #IndustryAnalytics
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 14, 2024, 1:49 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Team Saxo Foam F1 Tires
     Team Saxo is excited to announce the release their new foam tires TS01198 and TS01199.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 31, 2024, 7:14 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Sortafast Industries B7 Accessories
     Supporting the release of the new B7 kits Sortafast has launched their gr5 titanium screw kits and ceramic bearings.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 30, 2024, 6:37 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Hobbywing XR10 Justock G3S [VIDEO]
     The Hobbywing Justock G3S has received some updates including, reverse voltage protection, built in power caps, smart sense fan, and more. Check it out with Charlie Suangka.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 30, 2024, 6:53 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    2024 TNR Fuels A-Main Challenge Podiums
     Check out all the podiums from the 2024 TNR Fuels A-Main Challenge from this past weekend at The Dirt in Perris, California.
    Tyler Hooks March 4, 2024, 1:55 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Reds Racing Superveloce Gen4 Engine
     Reds Racing is thrilled to announce the latest version of the 721 Superveloce (Superfast) 3.5cc off-road engine.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 30, 2024, 7 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Hobbywing ESC Calibration With The Drake [VIDEO]
     This week Adam Drake takes some time to talk about how to calibrate your Hobbywing speed controls.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 30, 2024, 6:42 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Avid Truss V2 1/8th Buggy Wheel
     The Avid Truss 8th Wheel V2 provides a more consistent wheel in all conditions and continues to allow the tire to perform after it has lost its initial edge.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 29, 2024, 6:03 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Klinik RC B7 Titanium Accessories
     Klinik RC has released new titanium Turnbuckles, Screws, and Ball Studs for the new Team Associated B7 kits in multiple colors.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 29, 2024, 5:50 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Whitz Racing B7 Accessories
     Release the hounds with the B7 HyperGlide Ceramic Bearings and HyperMax Titanium Turnbuckles from Whitz Racing Products.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 29, 2024, 5:56 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    23/24 ETS Round 5 Report
     Check out the official report from the ETS crew from round 5 of the 2023/24 season.
    Tyler Hooks Feb. 26, 2024, 5:06 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Nova Engines R9R Outlaw Engine First Image
     Nova Engines has shared the first teaser image of their new Outlaw R9R on-road engine.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 26, 2024, 4:54 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New MIP Gen2 Tools
     It's time to revolutionize your RC game with the unveiling of MIP's Gen 2 Tools.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 26, 2024, 4:59 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Vision Racing Ceramic B7 Bearing Kits
     New from Vision Racing is the B7 & B7D C5 full ceramic bearing sets.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 25, 2024, 5:46 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Element Enduro Bushido+ Trail Truck RTR
     Modeled after the small 1980s 4x4 kei car designs out of Japan, the Bushido+ features awesome looks on a capable chassis.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 25, 2024, 5:55 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Sparko Racing F8e
     The SPARKO F8e 1/8 electric off-road buggy is a competition-level vehicle designed based on the concept of balance.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 25, 2024, 6:10 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Eco Power Temperature Gauge
     EcoPower has released the ECP-3060 Miniature Digital Infrared Temperature Gauge/Probe.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 25, 2024, 6:02 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Jetko J-One Tread Pattern
     Jetko has designed a new bar style tire for 1/8th buggies, the J-One.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 24, 2024, 7 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Sontag Signs With Flysky RC
     FlySky is happy to announce that the 2023 IFMAR 2wd Buggy World Champion and US top 1/10 offroad driver Michael Tater Sontag has signed with the FlySky team
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 24, 2024, 7:06 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Team Exalt Battery IR Checker
     Team Exalt is proud to announce their new Battery Internal Resistance Testing Tool.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 24, 2024, 6:44 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Vision Racing TLR 5 Degree Front Caster Blocks
     New from Vision Racing are the 5 degree TLR 5.0 front aluminum caster blocks.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 24, 2024, 6:39 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    McBride Signs With Hot Race Tires
     Hot Race has announced that Kyle McBride will be joining the team for 2024 and beyond.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 24, 2024, 6:53 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [1/17 - 1/24]
     This week over 15,000 entries raced in the #LivetimeScoringSystem check out what everyone was racing this week. #IndustryAnalytics
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 31, 2024, 7:27 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Navarro Signs With Team Xray
     Xray is happy to announce that Spanish 1/8 buggy driver Oscar Navarro Navarro is joining the team to race the XB8 platforms.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 24, 2024, 7:11 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Under The Hood With Adam Drake: MBX8RE [VIDEO]
     Enjoy an under the hood look at Adam Drake's MBX8R Eco kit.
    Tyler Hooks Jan. 23, 2024, 7:15 p.m. View Comments

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