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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

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    New JConcepts B7 Axles and -2mm Shock Towers
    Development is always ongoing in the hands of racers looking to shave tenths of a second off their lap-times. The latest trend involves a lower shock position with -2mm shock towers.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 21, 2024, 8:15 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts B7 Bulkheads and Weight Plates
    JConcepts has released new durability increased B7 front bulkheads as well as different steel weight plate options.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 21, 2024, 7:50 p.m. View Comments
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    New Pro-Line Racing 2004 Jeep LJ 12.3" Crawler Body
    Pro-Line is proud to offer the unicorn of Wranglers, the venerated LJ. Known for its offroad prowess due to an extended wheelbase over the standard Wrangler, link suspension from the factory, indestructible 4.0L I6, and lightweight.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 21, 2024, 3:39 p.m. View Comments
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    New Pro-Line Racing Menace HP Belted Pro-Loc X-Maxx Tire/Wheel Combo
    Pro-Line has taken our belted tire & wheel combination for X-MAXX to the next level with their highest-performance street tire ever: The Menace HP mounted on Impulse 4.3" Pro-Loc Wheels!
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 21, 2024, 3:59 p.m. View Comments
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    2024 Florida Carpet Championships Podiums
    Check out all of the podiums from the Florida Carpet Championships held this past weekend at Beachline Raceway,.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 21, 2024, 4:16 p.m. View Comments
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    New Pro-Line Racing Bash Armor Kraton 1956 F-100 Body
    This is a Pre-Cut 1956 Ford F-100 Bash Armor Black Body for Kraton 8S.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 21, 2024, 4:08 p.m. View Comments
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    New Pro-Line Racing Arrma 3S Carbon Shock Tower Braces
    Pro-Line has Carbon Fiber Shock Tower Braces to strengthen the stock shock towers and add rigidity and performance for your 3S Arrma power.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 21, 2024, 4:20 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts B7 Hard Anodized Black Chassis Options
    The popularity of the RC10B7 | RC10B7D has driven the crew at the Speed Shop in Groveland, Florida to design and deliver a new chassis for one of the hottest vehicles in the 1:10th off-road segment.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 21, 2024, 8:26 p.m. View Comments
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    Berton Returns to Kyosho
    Riccardo Berton has rejoined the Kyosho team for the 2025 racing season.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 21, 2024, 3:54 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts Large Scale Animals Pre-Mounts
    One of the best ways to sling the dirt and sand is with the new Animal tire by JConcepts. The perfect tire to fit vehicles such as the X-Maxx, and XRT is 1:1 inspired to provide best in class looks and performance.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 21, 2024, 4:03 p.m. View Comments
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    New SCX24 2004 Jeep LJ Body
    Pro-Line's officially licensed rendition takes performance to the next level featuring a pinched front and rear and exceptional approach and departure angles. Perfectly proportioned for the SCX24.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 21, 2024, 8:01 p.m. View Comments
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    New MiniPro Engine Dyno and Break-In Bench
    MiniPro is thrilled to announce their newest R/C Car Engine Dyno; designed for break-in, tuning and testing nitro engines.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 20, 2024, 7:53 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts Large Scale G-Locs Pre-Mounts
    G-Loc is multi-surface performance from JConcepts. Now available for popular large-scale platforms, the G-Loc has all-out speed in its DNA.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 20, 2024, 7:42 p.m. View Comments
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    Industry Analytics Weekly Stats [11/13 - 11/20]
    Weekly entries continue to climb as winter begins, over 16,000 entries were categorized in the #LiveTimeScoring system with almost 1/3rd of racers taking part of 1/10th scale off-road racing! #IndustryAnalytics
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 20, 2024, 7:51 p.m. View Comments
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    New ProTek RC Competition Servo Options
    ProTek RC is announcing the release of three new high-performance 1/10 brushless racing servos. Now available is the PTK-575, PTK-815, and PTK-381.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 20, 2024, 8:06 p.m. View Comments
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    New TZO Tires 400 Tread Pattern
    The new 400 tire is crafted for maximum forward bite and side bite on loose, loamy tracks, featuring a distinctive outer row pin layout that enhances grip in challenging conditions.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 20, 2024, 7:30 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts JCI Tucked 1979 Ford F-150 Body
    JConcepts set out to add another body shape to the line-up with a Tucked version of the classic 1970’s Ford body. The iconic body style shaped and revised by Ford, specifically for the 1979 model year.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 19, 2024, 4:58 p.m. View Comments
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    Tuning With Hobbywing Softening Values With The Drake [VIDEO]
    Adam Drake took some time this week to explain HOBBYWING Softening Values and Softening Range.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 19, 2024, 4:10 p.m. View Comments
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    New OGO Racing Hats
    Ogo would like to present their new hats, produced in the best quality, with 3D embroidered logos.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 19, 2024, 4:48 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts Parts Box Option
    JConcepts has set out to bring a new parts box option to the market and The Speed Shop has delivered once again.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 19, 2024, 5:15 p.m. View Comments
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    New Power Star HV Digital Servos
    POWERSTAR has released three new HV digital standard servos, PM-2806/ PM-3508 /PM-3510.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 19, 2024, 4:41 p.m. View Comments
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    New Wild Turbo Fan 30mm Fan
    Wild Turbo Fan has released a new light weight full metal 30mm fan.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 18, 2024, 4:21 p.m. View Comments
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    New EcoPower Servo Release
    EcoPower is pleased to announce the addition of three new servos to its vast servo lineup. Now available are the ECP-200T, ECP-200T-TI, and ECP-832, bringing the total number of EcoPower servos on the brand roster to 17.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 18, 2024, 4:34 p.m. View Comments
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    New Team Associated DC10 RTR
    Since 1964, Team Associated has proven to be the leader in the world of competition racing, and now they pushing the envelope even further with their RC drift car: the DC10.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 18, 2024, 4:06 p.m. View Comments
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    Power HD Sign Alexander Landin
    Power HD have signed the Nordic driver Alexander Landén to their team.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2024, 7:17 p.m. View Comments
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    New Avid RC B7 Titanium Ball-Studs
    Avid Titanium Ball Stud Kit for the Team Associated B7 which includes 12 pieces and developed to minimize weight without sacrificing strength.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2024, 7:33 p.m. View Comments
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    New Klinik RC Small Folding Car Stand
    The new Klinik RC innovative folding car stand is precision CNC laser cut from 4.4mm acrylic in various colors to match your livery, laser engraved with the Klinik Racing checkers logo on both side panels.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2024, 7:24 p.m. View Comments
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    New Donathen RC USB Charge Adapters
    Donathen RC has released some new charge adapters to allow for more usb ports on your charger.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2024, 7:29 p.m. View Comments
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    New Upgrade RC Aluminum Hex Adapters and Wheel Nuts
    UpGrade RC today announced the release of a series of aluminum wheel nuts and hex adapters for a large variety of popular vehicles.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2024, 7:43 p.m. View Comments
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    New MTTR Racing TT02 Roll Bar Set
    MTTR Racing has produced an anti-roll bar kit for TAMIYA TT02 SRX/S/SR that is constructed of high-quality aluminum and comes with three wire sizes (1.1mm, 1.3mm, and 1.5mm) for precise adjustments to enhance your car's maneuverability.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 14, 2024, 7:38 p.m. View Comments
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    New 2025 Ogo Racing Clothing Line
    OGO Racing presents their new T-shirt and Hoodie line for 2025.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 14, 2024, 7:49 p.m. View Comments
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    2024 Xray XB4'25 4wd Buggy Presentation
    The full presentation for the 2025 Team Xray XB4 is live showing all the new features.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 14, 2024, 7:45 p.m. View Comments
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    Top25rc Rankings: Post 2024 AMS
    Check out the Top25rc Rankings following the 2024 Alabama Manufacturer Shootout.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 13, 2024, 7:07 p.m. View Comments
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    New Factory Team CS-1 Drift Gyro
    The Factory Team CS-1 Drift Gyro is a high-performance steering gyro suitable for first-time enthusiasts all the way up to highly skilled pros.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 13, 2024, 7 p.m. View Comments
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    2025 Mudboss Shootout Event Update
    Scotty Ernst has added SC Modified, 13.5 Sprint, and 13.5 Late Model to the Mudboss Shootout lineup, find out more here.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2024, 4:23 p.m. View Comments
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    New Upgrade RC Arrma 3S Series Chassis Protectors
    UpGrade RC is releasing a new series of chassis protector designs for the ARRMA line of vehicles. This uniquely designed high-strength 3M laminate chassis protector is precision cut for application to the ARRMA ARA320608 chassis.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2024, 4:29 p.m. View Comments
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    RC Discharger Regenerative Discharger and Car Stand
    Elevate your RC experience with the RC Discharger versatile RC Car Stand, meticulously designed to integrate seamlessly with the Regenerative Discharger V2 or the 12V Option.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2024, 4:19 p.m. View Comments
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    New Avid RC Schumacher Chassis Protectors
    Avid RC has released new chassis protectors for the Schumacher L1R and LD3 manufactured by Stickit1Racing.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2024, 4:14 p.m. View Comments
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    Tuning With MIP Pistons With The Drake [VIDEO]
    Adam Drake took some time this week to explain how he tunes his 1/8th scale vehicles with MIP pistons.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 12, 2024, 4:07 p.m. View Comments
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    New L1R Option Rear Hub and Drive Shafts
    The L1R Optional Alloy Hub and driveshaft set moves the driveshaft joint outboard 2mm, moving it further out into the wheel.  This will soften the car in roll and reduce on power understeer and improve bump handling.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 11, 2024, 4:59 p.m. View Comments
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