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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
    Amain Hobbies/Silver Dollar Raceway to Host 2023 ROAR 1/8th Nitro Off-Road Nationals
     Amain Hobbies’ Silver Dollar RC Raceway in Chico, California has been selected as the host track for the 2023 ROAR Fuel Off-Road 1:8 Scale National Championships, June 1-4.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 21, 2022, 7:58 a.m. View Comments
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    New Serpent SRX8 GT'23
     The SRX8GT ‘23 has been re-worked from the ground up. Customer and racers alike wanted a faster, lighter, more nibble and reliable race car heading into the new racing season.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 19, 2022, 6:31 a.m. View Comments
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    New SMJ Racing Thin Foam Car Stand
     SMJ Racing has released a new 20mm thick car stand recommended for 1/10 GP pit work and engine adjustment.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 18, 2022, 6:18 a.m. View Comments
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    New Pro-Line Racing 1/8th Buggy Vandal Tire
     Introducing the Pro-Line Racing Vandal 1/8 Buggy race tire, an evolution of our legendary Hole Shot tire engineered for hard-packed, dusty, blown-out track conditions.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 19, 2022, 6:15 a.m. View Comments

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    Team Xray Signs Ben Cosgrove
     Team Xray is happy to announce that multi national UK champion Ben Cosgrove is joining the Team to race the X4 & X4F platforms.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 18, 2022, 6:14 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Ielasi Tuned Cavalieri Edition Engines
     Check out all the information regarding the new Ielasi Tuned Cavalieri Edition Dusty R off-road engines.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 18, 2022, 6:24 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Top25rc Post AMS 2022 Ranking List
     Here are the new Driver Rankings following Alabama Manufacturer Shootout from top25rc.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 18, 2022, 6:09 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New 1up Racing Aluminum Fan Teaser
     Randy Caster and 1up Racing have teased a new aluminum fan option on Facebook this week.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 16, 2022, 7:29 a.m. View Comments

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    Florida Carpet Championships Battle Begins
     The Florida Carpet Championships kick off tomorrow with check-in taking place today. A large contingent of American and International Factory drivers will contest the championships in 2022.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 16, 2022, 7:36 a.m. View Comments
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    AMS 2022 Podium Results
     Check out all of the podiums and podium finishers from the 2022 Alabama Manufacturer Shootout!
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 23, 2022, 8:14 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Urbain Grabs MRC Longwy Winter Series R1 Win
     Lucas Urbain grabbed the modified TC win at the MRC Longwy series this past weekend ahead of star studded competition.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 16, 2022, 7:10 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Maifield Departs Mugen Seiki Racing
     Mugen Seiki Racing would like to make Ryan Maifield’s exit from the factory team official ahead of the 2023 season.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 25, 2022, 9:04 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [11/9 - 11/16]
     In this week's #IndustryAnalytics, 1/10th scale off-road and dirt oval reign supreme in the Livetime Database for the 2nd week of November.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 23, 2022, 8:13 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    The Drake Talks AD3 Carb Settings [VIDEO]
     Adam Drake took some time this week to show the proper carburetor settings for the OS Engines AD3 engine.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2022, 8:09 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    Ran Out of Talent: Episode 114
     On this episode of Ran Out of Talent, Corey and Allec join Joe in the first half of the episode to talk about their experience at the Team Associated race at Trackside.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2022, 7:29 a.m. View Comments
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    2022 XRS Malaysia On-Road Report
     The 2022 XRS Malaysia was held during the weekend of 11-13 of November at the nice facilities of SACC R/C Park in Shah Alam, near Kuala Lumpur.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2022, 7:16 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    New Team Associated Reflex 14R RTR Hoonicorn Edition
     Team Associated is excited to partner with Hoonigan(R) to bring you their world-famous Hoonicorn in radio-controlled form. Built on an updated and improved Reflex 14 chassis, the Team Associated Hoonigan(R) Hoonicorn is a tire-slaying beast!
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2022, 7:52 a.m. View Comments
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    2022 MICC On-Road Results
     Team XRAY were in attendance this past weekend at round 2 of the MICC Series in Telford, UK, check out the results here.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2022, 7:56 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Ultimate 1/8th Scale Springs
     These are new optional 70mm and 86mm Front and Rear Shock Spring Set options from Ultimate Racing.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2022, 7:43 a.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts NMB 8ight-X 2.0 and NB48 2.1 Bearing Kits
     The JConcepts Radial bearing kits are built to last with NMB bearing quality, stainless steel materials, and precise tolerances.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2022, 9:57 a.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    Batlle Departs From Mugen Seiki
     Robert Batlle has announced on social media that he will no longer be racing for Mugen Seiki, the most likely place for him to race in the future appears to be Mayako.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 21, 2022, 7:52 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    2022 Swiss Off-Road Series Indoor Cup Round 1
     The 1st round of the Swiss off-road series indoor cup took place in a triple gymnasium in Andelfingen this past weekend.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2022, 7:38 a.m. View Comments
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    Ruddog Racing RS160 Mobile Soldering Iron
     The RUDDOG Products RSI60 is a convenient high-performance soldering iron that can easily be stowed away or carried to the track.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2022, 7:32 a.m. View Comments
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    Boda Doubles at 2022 French Champions Cup
     This weekend the Champions Cup took place in France where the best in the region battled it out in 2wd and 4wd.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 15, 2022, 7:24 a.m. View Comments

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    Pro Performance RC Customer Contingency Program
     Pro Performance RC has released a customer contingency program. Check out how you can join in on the action.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 11, 2022, 6:24 p.m. View Comments
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    2022/23 Schumacher Indoor Masters R1 Results
     This past weekend was round one of the Worksop Masters series, following on from the very successful recent EOS event at this venue, lots of people were excited to get back on track again.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 11, 2022, 11:52 a.m. View Comments
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    New VP Pro Bull Dog Evo MT Tire
     Following the release of 1/8 Buggy Bull Dog VP-807G and 1/8 Truggy Bull Dog VP-907G Recreational tires, VP-PRO has announced the addition of the VP-1107, 1/8 Monster Truck Recreational Tire.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 11, 2022, 11:45 a.m. View Comments
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    New Beach RC Hat Options
     The all new Beach RC hats have finally arrived. With the holidays coming up there is no better way to spoil your special someone than with some rad #BeachNation apparel.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 11, 2022, 6:16 p.m. View Comments

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    New Locked-In RC Wheel Grips
     Locked-In RC announces availability of their newly formulated neon steering wheel grips.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 10, 2022, 3:48 p.m. View Comments
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    New Element Enduro SE Trail Truck Sendero
     The original Element Enduro is back with a fresh new look! Inspired by 80s and 90s truck styling, the Enduro SE, Sendero boasts detailed and realistic-looking features.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 10, 2022, 4:04 p.m. View Comments
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    New Ruddog RS565 Soldering Iron
     Ruddog Products' RSS65 is a versatile soldering station for avid RC hobbyists.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 10, 2022, 4:24 p.m. View Comments
  • Media
    New Factory Team 3.5mm Titanium Turnbuckles
     Now available from Factory Team are 3.5mm Titanium Turnbuckles for your Team Associated vehicles.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 10, 2022, 4:17 p.m. View Comments

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  • Media
    2022 NSW 1/8th Off-Road Titles Results
     The 2022 NSW Off-Road 1/8th titles were hosted by IRC this past weekend.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 10, 2022, 3:38 p.m. View Comments
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    First Look: New HB Racing 1/8th Buggy Front Arms, Caster Blocks and Spindles
     HB Racing's Phi Long Nguyen has posted a photo today of his 1/8th Scale electric buggy featuring new front arms, spindles, and caster blocks.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 18, 2022, 6:14 a.m. View Comments
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    New Schumacher RC Lightweight Rear Axle Spool Set
     New for the Schumacher RC Icon and Icon 2 is this lightweight rear axle spool set.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 10, 2022, 4:10 p.m. View Comments
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    Knopp Joins Team Xray
     Team Xray is happy to announce that young Czech driver Maty Knopp is joining the Junior Team to race the Xray X4 platform.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2022, 7:52 a.m. View Comments

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    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [11/2 - 11/9]
     Entries this past weekend for the first weekend of November jumped to nearly 13,000 entries as we head into the winter season. #IndustryAnalytics
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 16, 2022, 7:41 a.m. View Comments
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    New Ultimate Racing 16mm Conical Shock Pistons
     Ultimate Racing have added 7 new shock pistons to the already existing range of shock accessories.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2022, 7:27 a.m. View Comments
  • Media
    King of Clubs Documentary Announcement [VIDEO]
     Check out the trailer for the King of Clubs documentary from Peter J Hayes and Greg Cruttwell.
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2022, 7:58 a.m. View Comments
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    New RSRC MP10 Wing Spacer
     RSRC have designed a wing spacer for the MP10 in 3D printed TPU (rubber).
    Tyler Hooks Nov. 9, 2022, 7:19 a.m. View Comments

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