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MONDAY MORNING POLL: Should tracks allow practice on a new track layout prior to a major event?

For this week's Monday Morning Poll we ask should tracks allow practice or club racing on a new track layout prior to the start of a major event? Take the poll and share your opinions below!

Mike Garrison Feb. 28, 2019, 9:38 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: The Paddle tire sanding tool from Assault RC

For this week's Thursday Testimonials product review, Mike Garrison tests out "The Paddle" tire sanding tool from Assault RC.

Mike Garrison Feb. 26, 2019, 1:33 p.m. View Comments

The Unprofessionals: 2019 Nitro Challenge Picks

In truly unprofessional fashion, these picks are late, but here are the 2019 Dirt Nitro Challenge favorites and wild card picks from Tyler Hooks.

Tyler Hooks Feb. 20, 2019, 1:27 p.m. View Comments

Help Jessica May Get to Vietnam

Jessica May, local teenage racer to the South Australia area, is fundraising to attend a trip to help build communities in Vietnam. Any help is appreciated in helping assist her on the potential journey.

LiveRC Staff Feb. 19, 2019, 9:55 a.m. View Comments

DNC: LiveRC Broadcast Schedule

The Dirt Nitro Challenge is one of the most prestigious 1/8-scale off-road races in America. This year marks the 20th annual running of the event, and a new host facility at the Southern California Fairgrounds in Perris, California. The Dirt Racing c

Mike Garrison Feb. 18, 2019, 12:32 p.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: Which brand will win Pro Nitro Buggy at the DNC?

Which brand will win the Pro Nitro Buggy class at The Dirt Nitro Challenge this week? Take the poll and share your driver picks and opinions in the comments box below!

Mike Garrison Feb. 14, 2019, 12:33 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: The Dirt Nitro Challenge History of Pro Nitro Buggy Champions

We are less than one week away from the start of the 20th Annual Dirt Nitro Challenge. As we prepare for the 2019 edition, we look back at the history of Pro Nitro Buggy Champions as well as the action packed 2018 Pro Nitro Buggy A-Main.

Mike Garrison Feb. 14, 2019, 10:36 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Protek "Blue Flame" Engine Heater

This week Tyler took the time to review the Protek "Blue Flame" engine heater for nitro engines.

Tyler Hooks Feb. 14, 2019, 9:30 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: How Well Do You Know Your R/C Logos?

How well do you know your R/C logos? Take the quiz in this week's edition of "A Moment With Mike" to determine if you are an R/C logo nerd!

Mike Garrison Feb. 12, 2019, 1:36 p.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: What is the most you will pay per entry to race at a big event?

What is the most you will pay per entry to race at a big event? Take the poll and share your thoughts, comments, and opinions below!

Mike Garrison Feb. 8, 2019, 10:17 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: The Dirt Nitro Challenge 2014 Documentary [VIDEO]

For this week's Flashback Friday we take an inside look at what the DNC event is all about with the 2014 Come Drive With Us Documentary from 5150 Media Productions.

Mike Garrison Feb. 8, 2019, 8:31 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: Tire Sauce - An Unnecessary Risk of R/C Racing

Mike speaks out about what he feels is the biggest unnecessary risk in R/C racing - tire sauce. Is tire sauce a risk of physical harm and/or illness? Should it be banned?

Mike Garrison Feb. 5, 2019, 10:20 a.m. View Comments

FUTURE STARS OF RC: Tommy Hinz

With his current accolades it is hard argue the "future" aspect of Tommy Hinz's top level driving, but none the less we caught up with him about his life and recent Reedy finish.

Tyler Hooks Feb. 4, 2019, 4 p.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: Which 1/8-scale buggy do you prefer - nitro or electric?

For this week's Monday Morning Poll we ask 1/8-scale buggy racers which you prefer - nitro power or electric power in your buggy, and why? Take the poll and share your thoughts, comments, and opinions below!

Mike Garrison Feb. 1, 2019, 1:44 p.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: Cars or Confidence - Which One Wins Races?

Mike conducts yet another experiment to prove the power of confidence in racing, and questions whether it is car or confidence that is holding drivers back from the results they are looking for.

Mike Garrison Jan. 29, 2019, 11:51 a.m. View Comments

How to remove unwanted play in T4 steering with Alexander Hagberg [VIDEO]

In his latest tech tip video, Alexander Hagberg shows step-by-step how to eliminate unwanted play in the XRAY T4 steering system.

Mike Garrison Jan. 28, 2019, 1:02 p.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: Who's Reedy Race win was the biggest surprise?

For this week's Monday Morning Poll we ask who's Reedy Race win was the biggest surprise? Take the poll and share your thoughts, comments, and opinions below!

Mike Garrison Jan. 28, 2019, 9:25 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Reedy Race History of Champions

Did you know that no other 4wd buggy has won at the Reedy Race as Yokomo, or that OCRC Raceway has hosted this event more than any other track in history? For this week's Flashback Friday we've put together a list of stats, fun facts, and the most wi

Mike Garrison Jan. 24, 2019, 10:14 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: Smash the Clock, Let's Go Heads Up

After attending a race this past weekend which used a similar heads up racing format as the upcoming Reedy Race, Mike explains why he believes it is time to "smash the clock", eliminate so much time and focus spent on qualifying, and race the competi

Mike Garrison Jan. 22, 2019, 9:48 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: 1/10 4wd Truggy Talk with Eric Fletcher and Chris Baumgartner

After experiencing the 1/10-scale 4wd Truggy for the first time in person at the 2019 Off-Road JAM event, Mike Garrison sits down with Tekno RC's Eric Fletcher and Velocity RC's Chris Baumgartner to discuss the growing class, the different trucks, th

Mike Garrison Jan. 21, 2019, noon View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: Who do you want to see interviewed at the Reedy Race?

For this week's Monday Morning Poll we what drivers you want to see interviewed at this week's Reedy Race of Champions? Take the poll and share your picks and questions for the drivers below!

Mike Garrison Jan. 18, 2019, 11:01 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: The Greatest Battle in Reedy Race History [VIDEO]

For this week's Flashback Friday we revisit perhaps one of the most exciting, clean cut, and adrenaline pumping battles in Reedy Race history as Ryan Cavalieri and Atsushi Hara go wheel-to-wheel right down to a mind blowing finish in 2012.

Mike Garrison Jan. 17, 2019, 10:55 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Exotek Racing EB410 7075 Alloy Wing Mounts

For this week's Thursday Testimonials Product Review, Mike Garrison tests out the new Exotek Racing EB410 7075 Alloy Wing Mounts.

Mike Garrison Jan. 16, 2019, 11:41 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: Then and Now R/C Photo Challenge

With the latest Facebook craze being the "10-year Photo Challenge", Mike wants to start an R/C version of this challenge! Share in the comments below the oldest and newest photo you can find of yourself with your R/C car listing the year and car you

Mike Garrison Jan. 15, 2019, 12:47 p.m. View Comments

Ryan Lutz tells the story of where it all began

In his most recent blog post, Ryan Lutz travels back in time to tell the story of when, where, how, and why he started R/C car racing.

Mike Garrison Jan. 10, 2019, 10:29 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: 2015-2016 Reedy Race Heritage Videos

For this week's Flashback Friday we re-visit the 2015 and 2016 Reedy Race Heritage videos featuring some of the most prolific drivers in R/C history, and hearing what they have to say about Mike Reedy and this legendary race.

Mike Garrison Jan. 10, 2019, 1:19 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Factory RC EB410 Carbon Parts

For this week's Thursday Testimonial, Tyler Hooks tested out the Factory RC Tekno EB410 carbon fiber line of parts.

Tyler Hooks Jan. 9, 2019, 7:25 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: The Many Meanings of R/C

The meaning of R/C is unique to each person’s perspective of the hobby, their goals within it, and their reasons for doing it. Mike reaches out across the industry and gathers what R/C racing means to local racers, top professionals, industry workers

Mike Garrison Jan. 8, 2019, 11:21 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Cody King

For this week's Talk It Up Tuesday we join the 2010 IFMAR World Champion, Cody King, as he discusses his departure and return to R/C, his recent life journey, and his plans for the future.

Mike Garrison Jan. 8, 2019, 10:10 a.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: Where do you sell your old R/C equipment?

For this week's Monday Morning Poll we ask where you prefer to sell your old R/C equipment?

Mike Garrison Jan. 7, 2019, 11:02 a.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: Should tire sauce be banned in R/C racing?

For this week's Monday Morning Poll we bring back the age old debate - should tire sauce be banned in R/C racing? Take the poll, and share your thoughts, comments, and opinions below!

Mike Garrison Jan. 4, 2019, 12:08 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: 2013-2014 Reedy Race Heritage Videos

This week we re-visit the 2013 and 2014 Reedy Race Heritage videos featuring some of the most prolific drivers in R/C history, and hearing what they have to say about Mike Reedy and this legendary race.

Mike Garrison Jan. 3, 2019, 11:14 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: I Got Fake Sponsored

After conducting an experiment of applying for sponsorship with a fictitious racer and race resume, Mike discusses his concerns for the credibility of sponsorship today and well being of tracks and hobby shops.

Mike Garrison Jan. 2, 2019, 8:59 a.m. View Comments

Happy New Year from LiveRC.com!

The ball has dropped and the new year has arrived! From all of us at LiveRC.com we wish you and your families a happy, safe, and prosperous new year ahead!

Mike Garrison Dec. 31, 2018, 2:58 p.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: Which R/C race format do you enjoy the most?

For this week's Monday Morning Poll, we want to know which R/C racing format do you enjoy the most - IFMAR style with timed qualifying and heads up racing in the mains, or Reedy Race format with no timed qualifying and all heads up racing?

Mike Garrison Dec. 28, 2018, 10:18 a.m. View Comments

Yuichi Kanai discusses new Kyosho MP10 design

In an interview with Kyosho Style, Yuichi Kanai discusses his concepts and design ideology behind the creation of the new MP10.

Mike Garrison Dec. 28, 2018, 9:43 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: 2011-2012 Reedy Race Heritage Videos

This week we flashback and re-visit the 2011 and 2012 Reedy Race Heritage videos featuring some of the most prolific drivers in R/C history, and hearing what they have to say about Mike Reedy and this legendary race.

Mike Garrison Dec. 27, 2018, 2:13 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS [VIDEO]: Pilot RC Carbide Shock Piston Drill Bit Kit

After struggling to work with his previous R/C shock piston drill bit set, for this week's product review Mike Garrison tests out the new Pilot RC Products Carbide Shock Piston Drill Bit Kit.

Mike Garrison Dec. 27, 2018, 11:38 a.m. View Comments

MONDAY MORNING POLL: What team will Ryan Lutz join for 2019?

With his shocking departure from Tekno RC, where do you think Ryan Lutz will go for 2019? Take the poll and share your thoughts, opinions, and comments below!

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2018, 11:26 a.m. View Comments

Merry Christmas from LiveRC!

From everyone at LiveRC, we wish you and your families a very Merry Christmas! We will be out of the office December 24-25th, 2018 to spend time with our families on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and will be returning with regularly scheduled

Mike Garrison Dec. 21, 2018, 12:06 p.m. View Comments

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