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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
    2021 JConcepts NCTS Finals Results
     The 2021 NCTS3 Series has come to a close and JConcepts celebrated the finale at Thunder Road RC Raceway this past weekend. Find the results here.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 28, 2021, 12:28 p.m. View Comments
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    The Factory RC Raceway Dirt Oval Track Announcement
     The Factory RC Raceway now has a loose dirt oval being put in and is almost ready to race.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 28, 2021, 11:59 a.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts S2 Cougar LD2 Body
     The popular S2 JConcepts body design is now available for the Schumacher Cougar LD2.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 28, 2021, 11:48 a.m. View Comments
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    Sousa Wins 2021 Provincial Championships
     This weekend Centre Du Hobby hosted their Provincial Championship, check out the results here.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 28, 2021, 11:54 a.m. View Comments

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    Team Trinity Teases New Speed Controls
     Team Trinity have announced that they will be releasing 1/10th scale capable and 1/8th scale capable speed controls coming in December.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 27, 2021, 12:04 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    TWR Modelsport 2wd Buggy Prototype Announcement
     TWR Modelsport shared some photos and information about their prototype 2wd buggy.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 27, 2021, 12:40 p.m. View Comments
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    2021/2022 XRS Off-Road Greece Round 1 Results
     Click here to find the results of the first round of the 2021/2022 XRS Greek Series.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 27, 2021, 11 a.m. View Comments
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    Lugz Truggy Tires Releasing Soon
     Lugz RC would like to announce their new Proto & TQ Truggy tires, after many months of testing and R&D they are happy to announce that the first batch of production truggy tires are being completed now and will be available for purchase the beginning
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 27, 2021, 4:38 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [10/20 - 10/27]
     2wd stock buggy was the biggest class in our system this past week with almost 2,000 entries. Click here to find out what everyone was racing in this 10,000 entry week.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 3, 2021, 12:20 p.m. View Comments
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    New Vision Racing Universal 4wd Slipper Eliminator
     The Vision Racing 4wd slipper eliminator is perfect for the spec racing scene. The steel drive cups accept standard bones or the puck system depending on your needs.  This unit fits the TLR 22-4, Team Associated B74.1 and Xray XB4 2021.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 27, 2021, 12:55 p.m. View Comments
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    New Reds Racing 721 Scuderia Pro Engine
     Reds Racing is happy to announce that the new 721 Scuderia Pro off-road engine is now available.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 27, 2021, 11:53 a.m. View Comments
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    2021 RSRC Rush Results
     This past weekend, Reno Savoya and the RSRC team put on the RSRC Rush, check out the results and see how the event went here.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 27, 2021, 11:13 a.m. View Comments

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    New Team Associated Pro2 Method Race Wheels RTR
     Team Associated's Pro2 SC10 Method Race Wheels is a Ready-To-Run RC electric truck based on the 10-time R.O.A.R. winning Short Course National Champion.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 27, 2021, 11:26 a.m. View Comments
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    Exotek Drag Slash Steel Axles
     Put down huge power with the Exotek heavy duty hardened steel complete CVD axle set and diff cups for the Drag Slash.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2021, 12:47 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    1up Racing and Stealth Builds Partner Up
     1up Racing is excited to announce the Stealth Builds website is coming soon and will include products from RC Maker, 1up Racing and MR33.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2021, 1:51 p.m. View Comments
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    Baruffolo Moves to Reds Racing
     Marco Baruffolo was photographed this past weekend in Reds Racing clothing, still unsure what car brand he will be running but it appears Reds Racing will bring the power.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 3, 2021, 12:20 p.m. View Comments

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    Ravaglia Signs With WRC Racing
     Marco Ravaglia has signed with WRC Racing for 2022.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2021, 1:17 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Orlowski is 2021 GT12 European Champion
     This past weekend saw Italy hosting the GT12 European Championship at the beautiful indoor facility of RC Landia in Scandiano. Check out the full results here.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2021, 11:25 a.m. View Comments
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    The Drakes Dominate The 2021 Pro-Line Nitro Explosion
     Adam and Ronda Drake were able to grab multiple wins at the 2021 Pro-Line Racing Nitro Explosion at Thunder Alley Raceway.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2021, 1:31 p.m. View Comments
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    Drake Explains MBX8 Narrow Rear Pivot Options [VIDEO]
     Mugen Seiki Racing's Adam Drake talks about his MBX8 with narrow rear pivots and MBX6 rear arms.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2021, 11:45 a.m. View Comments

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    New T-Works BD10 +1mm Hub Axle
     T-Works has released a new +1mm hub axle for the BD10 including all the necessary bearings and spacers.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 26, 2021, 12:38 p.m. View Comments
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    New T-Works Power Boost OS Backplate
     T-Work's Power Boost Back Plate is designed to increase middle to high range power on OS .21 based engines.  It is also designed to increase fuel efficiency and return to idle quicker.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 25, 2021, 12:01 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Ran Out of Talent: Episode 87
     On this episode of The Ran Out of Talent Podcast, Joe and Ryan started the episode talking about the Jconcepts Midwest Carpet Nationals that were held at Thunder Road, they also talk about a new track in Minnesota, expensive shocks, and Joe makes up
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 25, 2021, 11:49 a.m. View Comments
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    New Tekin Racing Power Cell Batteries
     Tekin Racing is ready to release their first line of batteries including 1S-4S HV LiHv packs for surface applications.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 25, 2021, 11:29 a.m. View Comments

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    New Arrma Vendetta 1/8th Scale 3S On-Road RTR
     The ready-to-run, 1/8 scale ARRMA VENDETTA 4X4 3S BLX Speed Racer makes it easy for any driver with intermediate experience to enjoy the thrill of blasting at incredible speeds over on-road and light off-road surfaces.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 22, 2021, 11:36 a.m. View Comments
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    Flashback Friday: 2015 Beach RC Masters of Dirt Mains
     In 2015 Steven Hartson was crowned the Master of Dirt at Beach RC at the first edition of the Masters of Dirt. Check out some main event footage from the race that year. #FlashbackFriday
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 1, 2021, 11:35 a.m. View Comments
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    New Pro-Line Racing 1/24th Scale Crawler Options
     Pro-Line Racing has released a new body and tire for 1/24th scale crawlers with the 1978 Chevy K-10 body and Hyrax 1.0 tires.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 22, 2021, 11:07 a.m. View Comments
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    KWR Engineering Now Carries Solaris Tires
     KWR Engineering is proud to announce that they are now the exclusive distributor for Solaris wheels and tires in Australia.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 22, 2021, 10:59 a.m. View Comments

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    New T-Works Team Associated Steering Plate and LRC C/D Blocks
     T-Works has released new low roll center C and D blocks for the Team Associated 1/8th scale buggies as well as a new aluminum steering plate for the cars.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 22, 2021, 11:20 a.m. View Comments
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    New Xray X4 Presentation
     Team Xray has released the presentation for the forthcoming X4 which is the next generation of their touring car program.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 22, 2021, 12:08 p.m. View Comments
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    Marco Baruffolo Leaves Team Xray
     Marco Baruffolo has started silly season off by announcing that he is leaving Team Xray and will announce his next move soon.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2021, 2:15 p.m. View Comments
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    2021 Swiss On-Road National Finals Results
     The last round of the Swiss electric on-road nationals took place in Chiasso, find the results from pro stock, formula 1, and FWD.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2021, 11:25 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Pro-Line Racing Hexon 1/10th Front Tire
     The Pro-Line Racing Hexon front tire features a hexagon pattern of uniquely shaped pins combined with Wedge style outer pins that provide longer-lasting tread and more consistent performance than previous generations of carpet tires.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2021, 12:09 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Exotek DR10 Alloy Diff Gear
     Exotek has released an alloy diff case for the DR10 to replace the plastic stock case.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2021, 11:36 a.m. View Comments
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    The Unprofessionals: 2021 United States Truggy Ranking List
     We compiled a list of the 7 biggest Truggy races this year, check out how the top racers in the country stack up all 2021.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 28, 2021, 12:29 p.m. View Comments
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    New S-Workz S35-4 C-Plate
     The latest SWORKz option part is the new rear front lower suspension plate made from thicker 7mm T7075 aluminum.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2021, 11:47 a.m. View Comments

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    New Pro-Line Racing 1972 Plymouth Barracuda Motown Missile Edition Body
     Pro-Line is proud to introduce one of the most iconic Pro Stock bodies of all-time: the Motown Missile! In 1972, fully backed by Chrysler, MOPAR began to secretly develop a Barracuda into the ultimate Pro Stock drag car and "The Missile" was born.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 21, 2021, 1:47 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New JConcepts Rehabs Silver Compound Available
     The popular JConcepts Rehab tire is now available in the Silver compound.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2021, 11:14 a.m. View Comments
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    JConcepts 2021 Kinwald Klassic Report and Tire Guide
     The Kinwald Klassic is a race to remember Brian Kinwald who played a major role in the RC industry and community. Find the results and some extra information about the event here.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2021, 11:41 a.m. View Comments
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    New Capricorn RC Lab GT2 1/8th Electric GT Chassis
     Italian manufacturer Capricorn have widened their platform range, delving in to the 1:8th GT world. Offering a unique design to rivals on the market that will come in a GP and EP platform.
    Tyler Hooks Oct. 20, 2021, 12:10 p.m. View Comments

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