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A MOMENT WITH MIKE: Calendar clashing

After a Thanksgiving break spent over eating and scrolling through social media, Mike has chosen to discuss the topic of "calendar clashing" between competing tracks and events. He has shared his opinion on nearby tracks scheduling their bigger event

Mike Garrison Nov. 27, 2017, 8:25 a.m. View Comments

LRC: Have a happy and safe Thanksgiving holiday weekend

LiveRC will be closed from November 23-27 so that our staff can celebrate with their families.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 22, 2017, 3:44 p.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: Complaining from the comfort of one's couch

Despite, and perhaps because of, unprecedented publicity, one of the RC industry's most important events was subject to a near-constant stream of criticism of the event from those a half a world away.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 22, 2017, 8:01 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: One of the most exciting IFMAR Worlds to date

Mike spent his Monday morning reflecting on the 2017 IFMAR 1/10-scale Off-Road World Championships, congratulating the newly crowned champion Ryan Maifield, and saying thank you to everyone involved for provided what he considered to be one of the mo

Mike Garrison Nov. 20, 2017, 11:19 a.m. View Comments

Cody King to Serpent? [UPDATED]

While the electric off-road world competes at the IFMAR Worlds in China, a rumor has surfaced that former nitro off-road world champion Cody King has signed with Serpent.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 17, 2017, 1:42 a.m. View Comments

9 tips for winter R/C racing from A Main Hobbies

A Main Hobbies has put together a list of 9 helpful tips as winter approaches to ensure a successful season of racing.

Mike Garrison Nov. 17, 2017, 8:45 a.m. View Comments

WORLDS: Watch a replay of the opening ceremonies [VIDEO]

Watch the incredible pageantry of the IFMAR Electric Off-Road Worlds Opening Ceremonies from Xiamen, China, where each of the national teams were introduced and the crowd was addressed by race and government officials.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 16, 2017, 5:52 a.m. View Comments

Watch how to clean and service CVA driveshafts with Adam Drake [VIDEO]

Adam Drake from Mugen Seiki Racing shows you how clean and service CVA driveshafts.

Mike Garrison Nov. 14, 2017, 11:32 a.m. View Comments

New ArndtCraft brand and product line

After a life changing injury, Michael Arndt found an escape by racing R/C cars. Combining his knowledge of full-size cars, his passion for R/C, and his desire to "tinker and design", Arndt has launched his own aftermarket R/C brand known as ArndtCraf

Mike Garrison Nov. 14, 2017, 9:50 a.m. View Comments

POLL: Which car brand will win the IFMAR 4WD World Championship?

What 4WD buggy brand do you think will be the first to cross the finish line in the finals on Saturday evening?

Aaron Waldron Nov. 13, 2017, 6:38 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: To bump or not to bump

This week Mike has discussed the topic of race format for 1/10-scale off-road racing, and has his opinion as to whether or not events such as the ROAR Nationals and IFMAR Worlds should allow bump-ups into the triple A-Mains.

Mike Garrison Nov. 13, 2017, 12:02 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: 2WD qualifying day threatened by rain

When the racers in Xiamen, China woke up Monday morning to board the bus for the start of 2WD Qualifying at the 2017 IFMAR Worlds, they found the city — and the proposed timetable - soaking wet.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 12, 2017, 5:27 p.m. View Comments

WORLDS: 2017 IFMAR Electric Off-Road World Championships broadcast schedule [UPDATED]

Want to watch this week's IFMAR Electric Off-Road Worlds live from the ARC International in Xiamen, China? Here's when you'll need to log on and tune in.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 11, 2017, 2:19 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Every IFMAR Electric Off-Road Worlds winner in history

Although the electric off-road scene isn’t quite as old as 1/8-scale nitro or 1/12-scale electric on-road, the biannual event which determines the world champions for the 1/10-scale electric 2WD and 4WD buggy classes is perhaps the most prestigious a

Aaron Waldron Nov. 10, 2017, 2:55 a.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: 1up Racing grease and bearing oil Pro Pack

For this week's Thursday Testimonials product review, Mike had the opportunity to try out the latest in high performance grease and bearing oil from Randy Caster's growing brand - 1up Racing.

Mike Garrison Nov. 9, 2017, 8:14 a.m. View Comments

FUTURE STARS OF RC: AJ Schumacher

At just fifteen years old, Schumacher has climbed the ranks of the southwest RC scene and emerged as one of the top young nitro racers in the U.S.

Tyler Hooks Nov. 8, 2017, 4:05 p.m. View Comments

WHERE'S WALDO: Who to watch at the Worlds

The 2017 IFMAR Electric Off-Road World Championships in Xiamen, China kicks off this weekend with registration on Saturday. To get ready for the race, I dug through past Worlds results as well as this year’s Reedy Race, ROAR Nationals, EFRA Euros and

Aaron Waldron Nov. 7, 2017, 11:33 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Yokomo US team manager Joe Pillars

Silly season got off to an early start this year with a handful of drivers making moves before the end of the 2017 season, but the biggest surprise so far came when Joe Pillars, a staple in the Kyosho pits for over a decade, made the jump to Team Yok

Aaron Waldron Nov. 6, 2017, 6:41 p.m. View Comments

POLL: Who will win the IFMAR 4WD world championship?

The start of the IFMAR World Championships in China is less than a week away. Who is your pick to win the 4WD title?

Aaron Waldron Nov. 6, 2017, 10:14 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: Top 5 things to watch for at the IFMAR Worlds

We are exactly one week away from the start of 2wd buggy qualifying for the 2017 IFMAR 1/10-scale Off-Road World Championships, held in Xiamen, China. As with any World Championship event, there is a long list of things to keep an eye on, however, Mi

Mike Garrison Nov. 3, 2017, 9:24 a.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Kinwald and Hirosaka won 1997 IFMAR Worlds [VIDEO]

This year’s IFMAR World Championship, to be held in Xiamen, China, will mark the 20th anniversary of a special highlight in the RC world, particularly for two of the biggest stars the RC world has ever known: Brian Kinwald and Masami Hirosaka.

Aaron Waldron Nov. 2, 2017, 7:52 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: ReCharge RC mobile game app

For this week's Thursday Testimonials review, Mike fires up his phone to play and review what could be the most talked about R/C racing mobile game app on the market today - ReCharge RC.

Mike Garrison Nov. 1, 2017, 10:20 p.m. View Comments

FUTURE STARS OF RC: Lee Setser

The East Coast is a booming place for new young drivers looking to make a name for themselves on a national scale. Lee Setser is a perfect example, with solid showings in both 1/8-scale and 1/10-scale at some of the biggest races in the country. Tyle

Tyler Hooks Nov. 1, 2017, 4:31 p.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: Are touring car racers tired of rubber tires?

Until the 2009 season, touring cars prepared for carpet racing in the U.S. were predominately fitted with foam tires. Prolevelrc owner Drew Ellis thinks that a new foam formula — with spec tires and easy-to-follow rules — could help spark growth in t

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2017, 9:07 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: Pillars split from Kyosho

Shortly before 7:30 PM CT, Kyosho America posted a note on its Facebook page acknowledging that long-time team manager Joe Pillars had resigned.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 31, 2017, 8:16 p.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Jennifer Lathrop

Not only has Jennifer Lathrop been racing off-road with her husband, Randy, for six years, but she's also one of the fastest dirt oval racers in the country. Learn more about Jennifer "Sippy Cup" Lathrop in this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 30, 2017, 10:55 p.m. View Comments

POLL: Which car brand will win the IFMAR 2WD World Championship?

As the countdown to the Worlds in China continues, what team do you think will win the coveted 2WD title?

Aaron Waldron Oct. 30, 2017, 10:12 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: 13.5 4wd buggy class - good or bad?

Mike is an avid fan of anything 4wd, and personally he welcomes the growing 13.5 4wd buggy class in 1/10-scale off-road racing. In this week's Moment with Mike, he wants to hear your opinion of the class, and offered up a poll of his own as to whethe

Mike Garrison Oct. 30, 2017, 8:25 a.m. View Comments

LRC: Newest MyLaps firmware update adds features, disables MRT transponders

The latest MyLaps decoder firmware is compatible with new drone racing transponders as well as newer model car transponders — but the black MRT units won't work. Here's what you need to know to get ready for the switch.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 27, 2017, 2:28 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: Cavalieri made history with double win at 2011 Worlds [VIDEO]

Get ready for the upcoming IFMAR Worlds in China by re-watching what went down in Finland six years ago, where Team Associated star Ryan Cavalieri joined the most elite company in the RC racing record books.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 26, 2017, 4:55 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: Exotek Racing Flite black POM 17.5 racing pinion gears

For this week's Thursday Testimonials product review, Mike hit the track with the all-new Exotek Racing Flite Series black POM (plastic) pinion gears. Mike has shared his thoughts, his opinions, and even a short clip highlighting how his day at the t

Mike Garrison Oct. 25, 2017, 11:37 a.m. View Comments

New Exotek Racing XT6 laydown chassis conversion for the T5M

Exotek Racing has released their new XT6 laydown chassis conversion kit for the Team Associated T5M stadium truck.

Mike Garrison Oct. 24, 2017, 10:25 a.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: Could an RC version of the Red Bull Straight Rhythm work?

The Supercross world has been using our “triple A-Main” format for the Monster Energy Cup for years — so why not borrow one of their ideas?

Aaron Waldron Oct. 24, 2017, 7:05 p.m. View Comments

BREAKING: King let go by HB Racing and Team Orion

HB Racing and Team Orion terminated its contract with former world champion Cody King earlier this month. HB Racing/Team Orion president Philippe Neidhart confirmed the details of the split.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 23, 2017, 6:11 p.m. View Comments

POLL: Who will win the IFMAR 2WD world championship?

With less than three weeks left until the start of the IFMAR Electric Off-Road Worlds in China, who is your pick to win the 2WD class?

Aaron Waldron Oct. 23, 2017, 11:05 a.m. View Comments

A MOMENT WITH MIKE: The new year models are coming soon...well, maybe.

To kick off the week, Mike has questioned the way R/C car manufacturers title, release, and present their new car kits in a comparison to the full-size automotive and motocross industry. Read Mike's opinions of new car releases, comment, and shar

Mike Garrison Oct. 23, 2017, 8:35 a.m. View Comments

TALK IT UP TUESDAY: Shane Kelly

Australian Team Losi Racing off-road racer Shane Kelly scored a career-best second place finish at the FEMCA Championship in Perth, Australia a few weeks ago. Learn more about the TLR Australia driver in this week's Talk It Up Tuesday.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 23, 2017, 4:56 p.m. View Comments

FLASHBACK FRIDAY: What happened to ROAR's Clubman Series concept?

Tomorrow marks the one-year anniversary of ROAR announcing that it had teamed up with three awesome racing facilities — Hobbytown USA HobbyPlex, Fastlane Raceway, and The Track — to promote a cost-controlled series using handout motors. Here's what t

Aaron Waldron Oct. 19, 2017, 6:58 p.m. View Comments

THURSDAY TESTIMONIALS: VRP Clicker rotating magnetic ride height gauge

For this week's Thursday Testimonials, Mike measured up the all-new VRP Clicker rotating magnetic ride height gauge. Perhaps one of the most unique designs on the market, but does it work as well as it looks?

Mike Garrison Oct. 19, 2017, 8:19 a.m. View Comments

WHERE’S WALDO: The social network of RC racing

Stick around any group with whom you share a common interest, and you’re likely to forge friendships. For the vast majority of those to ever wheel an RC car, these interactions will likely be the most valuable trophies taken from RC.

Aaron Waldron Oct. 18, 2017, 12:42 a.m. View Comments

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