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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
    Tebo Signs With Nova Engines
     Nova Engines has signed World Champion, Jared Tebo, to the team for 2025.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 16, 2024, 9:14 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Team Xray X1'25 F1 Kit
     Team Xray has released the presentation for the 2025 X1 F1 racing kit.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 16, 2024, 8:40 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    2025 Silver State Nitro Challenge Update
     The Dirt has updated the schedule for the 2025 Silver State Nitro Challenge to Wednesday through Sunday, find all the details here.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 16, 2024, 8:47 p.m. View Comments
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    New 1up Racing M4 Lockdown Aluminum Wheel Nuts
     Introducing 1up Racing 7075 Aluminum Lockdown M4 Wheel Nuts, 1up's lightest and most colorful wheel nuts to-date!
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 12, 2024, 8:38 p.m. View Comments

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    New JConcepts Dirt Bite and Falcon 1/8th Buggy Pre-Mounts
     The super popular Dirt Bite and Falcon tread patterns from JConcepts are now available as pre-mounts for 1/8th buggy applications.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 12, 2024, 4:20 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts RC10 Series Servo Mount Bracket
     JConcepts introduces the servo mount bracket for the RC10, RC10T, RC10DS, and RC10GT line of vehicles.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 12, 2024, 8:44 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    2024 US Carpet Championships Results
     Find all the podiums from the 2024 US Carpet Champs held this past weekend in Ohio!
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 27, 2024, 2:31 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts B7 Steering Rack
     The JConcepts steering bellcrank system for the RC10B7 | RC10B7D allows the driver to adjust the height of the steering rack ball-stud instead of the bellcrank system.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 12, 2024, 4:31 p.m. View Comments

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    Ruddog Now Distributes Matrix and Xtreme Aerodynamics
     New to RUDDOG distribution's portfolio are the multiple world championship-winning products from Xtreme Aerodynamics and Matrix Racing Tires.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 12, 2024, 4:26 p.m. View Comments
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    2024 Fall Brawl Race Results
     Check out all of the podiums from the 2024 Fall Brawl held this past weekend in North Carolina.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 11, 2024, 8:59 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Redcat Racing Ascent-18 International Scout II Rock Crawler
     The Ascent-18 International Scout II is an affordable, highly detailed rock crawler that's equally at home on rugged rocks or smooth trails.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 11, 2024, 8:30 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts Magma Rustler Pre-Mount
     The Magma tire by JConcepts is an all-around performer for bashing and thrashing RC drivers looking to conquer the toughest terrain while driving at incredible speeds.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 11, 2024, 8:23 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [12/04 - 12/11]
     Winter Racing is in full swing and 1/10th scale electric off-road is reigning supreme with over 35% of last week's entries. #IndustryAnalytics
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 27, 2024, 2:30 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts Switchback Rustler Pre-Mount
     The Switchback is a tire built on a low-profile carcass for high-speed running and occasional running in dirt, gravel, and grass surfaces.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 11, 2024, 8:36 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Picco DIX 10-Port Off-Road Engine
     From the rolling Italian hills where precision meets passion, Picco proudly introduce the DIX, a masterpiece of engineering designed to redefine nitro engine performance.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 10, 2024, 9:32 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Baruffolo Signs With Kyosho
     Marco Baruffolo posted on Facebook today that he will be joining the Kyosho team for 2025.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 10, 2024, 9:21 p.m. View Comments

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    Drake Talks OS Carb Rebuild Kit and Tools [VIDEO]
     Adam Drake talked about OS Engine Carburetor Rebuild Kits as well as the tools needed.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 10, 2024, 9:50 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Lee Martin Joins Team Xray
     XRAY is happy to announce that the EFRA European Champion Lee Martin has joined the XRAY factory team to race the 1/10 off-road classes.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 10, 2024, 9:14 p.m. View Comments
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    New Aerox Bat-Safe
     Now available from Aerox is this super cool looking BAT-SAFE LiPo charging box. All the great features from the original BAT-SAFE, but now with a more appealing design for serious racers.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 10, 2024, 9:43 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New ProTek RC 40x40mm Cooling Fan
     ProTek RC is announcing its largest cooling fan yet with the release of the PTK-2115 40x40x10 Aluminum High Speed HV Cooling Fan in black with silver accent.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 9, 2024, 9:29 p.m. View Comments

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    Absolute Hobbyz Crime Dayz Sale [CONTINUES]
     Absolute Hobbyz Crime Dayz sale is upon us with prices so low, they are a crime, Crime Dayz has been extended through 12/22/2024.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 9, 2024, 9:05 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New TZO Tires 500 Tread Pattern
     Introducing the new 500 TZO 1/8th buggy tire, engineered for peak performance on high-bite East Coast-style tracks.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 9, 2024, 9:02 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts Dirt Trac Mini Tires
     JConcepts adds mini options to the tire line-up with the introduction of the Dirt Trac tires specifically designed for dirt oval applications.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 9, 2024, 9:19 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Gonzales Joins Team EAM
     Team EAM is proud to announce the addition of Matthew Gonzales to their Team
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 9, 2024, 9:50 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Noha Ben Mohamed Joins Schumacher RC
     Schumacher Racing would like to welcome French driver Noha Ben Mohamed to the team.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 9, 2024, 9:12 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Nicholas Lee Joins Team Xray
     XRAY is happy to announce that one of the World’s top drivers Nicholas Lee has joined XRAY factory team to race the 1/10 TC class.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 9, 2024, 8:58 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Jeff Hamon Joins RC Maker
     RC Maker is extremely excited to announce that Australian superstar Jeff Hamon is on board with RC Maker.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 9, 2024, 9:24 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Reedy Zappers SG6 Battery Line
     Reedy’s Zappers SG6 HV-LiPo batteries incorporate new advancements in cell manufacturing and battery construction to improve power output, lower internal resistance, and increase durability.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 5, 2024, 4:43 p.m. View Comments

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    New Schumacher RC Cougar 2 Works Edition
     The Cougar 2 Works was the ultimate development of the Schumacher aluminium pan chassis 2WD buggies of the late 80’s and early 90’s.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 5, 2024, 4:50 p.m. View Comments
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    2024 US Indoor Champs Results
     Check out all of the results from the 2024 US Indoor Champs with full reports from Scotty Ernst Productions.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 23, 2024, 8:05 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts B7 Front Upper Wing
     JConcepts, together with their pro racing team of drivers, developed a new high-performance front wing for the Team Associated RC10B7 | RC10B7D.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 5, 2024, 9:02 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Infinity Parts and Oil
     Infinity are glad to introduce you the latest parts they have develop to raise the competitiveness of your INF1NITY platforms, sway bar stoppers, steering plates, and shock oil.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 5, 2024, 5:03 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Boda Returns to Team Associated
     Team Associated is delighted to announce the return of French Ace, Clément Boda.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 4, 2024, 5:42 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Marco Baruffolo Moves On From WIRC
     Marco Baruffolo has announced on social media that he will not be continuing with WIRC in 2025.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 4, 2024, 5:39 p.m. View Comments
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    New Reds Racing Xtract Engine Sleeve Removal Tool
     REDS Racing is proud to unveil the REDS Xtract Tool, the perfect companion for nitro engine enthusiasts looking for a hassle-free and efficient way to remove engine cylinders.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 4, 2024, 5:35 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts RC8B4.1 P2 Body
     JConcepts has released their newest popular 1/8th scale body design, the P2, for the Team Associated RC8B4.1.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 3, 2024, 4:29 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Adam Drake: Tuning With Hobbywing Throttle Rate [VIDEO]
     Adam Drake took some time to explain tuning with Hobbywing's Throttle Rate Control setting.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 3, 2024, 4:19 p.m. View Comments
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    2024 USIC Rising Star Program Awards
     The USIC Rising Star program started in 2019 to help racers get an edge with a full upgrade of equipment. Check out the 2024 winners and what they received.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 3, 2024, 4:51 p.m. View Comments
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    New RC Discharger 12V Power Supply Option
     This compact power supply is engineered to fit seamlessly under your Regenerative Discharger V2, providing reliable power to essential accessories like tire warmers, diff checkers, and more.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 3, 2024, 4:36 p.m. View Comments
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    American RC Rankings 2024 Top 10 Truggy and Ebuggy Drivers
     The American RC Ranking page has posted a top 10 list for Truggy and Ebuggy after all the major races in 2024. See how your favorite drivers faired this year.
    Tyler Hooks Dec. 3, 2024, 4:58 p.m. View Comments

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