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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
    2024 Mugen Challenge Podiums
     Find the podiums and results from the 2024 Mugen Challenge hosted by LCRC Raceway this past weekend.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 27, 2024, 4:54 p.m. View Comments
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    New J&T Bearing Co. Aluminum Adjustable Tekno Ackerman Plates
     The J&T Tekno Adjustable Ackerman Plates are a great upgrade for durability, adjustability, and of course looks.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 27, 2024, 4:25 p.m. View Comments
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    Rheinard Claims 2024 EFRA Modified TC European Championship
     Marc Rheinard captured the win from the 2024 EFRA European Championships for Modified Touring Car ahead of Bruno Coelho and Alexander Hagberg.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 30, 2024, 5:12 p.m. View Comments
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    New Team Xray X4F'25 2.0mm Carbon Fiber Upper Deck
     The Team Xray X4F'25 one-piece carbon Multi-Flex top deck has a narrow shape for easier installation, improved handling characteristics and features 8 different flex options.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 26, 2024, 8:09 p.m. View Comments

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    New Iris Racing One.1 FWD Touring Car Kit
     The Iris ONE.1 FWD is the second-generation competition FWD touring car kit of the Iris ONE platform. Building on the success of the original IRIS ONE and ONE.05, the Iris ONE.1 FWD is the result of over two years of extensive learning.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 26, 2024, 8:31 p.m. View Comments
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    New Element Enduro Ecto Portal RTR Crawler
     A performance rig built to endure. When hitting the trail, you want to do it with confidence and the answer is the Enduro Ecto Portal RTR Trail Truck!
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 26, 2024, 8:25 p.m. View Comments
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    New Iris One.1 Touring Car Kit
     The Iris ONE.1 is the third-generation competition touring car kit of the Iris ONE platform. Building on the success of the original IRIS ONE and ONE.05, the Iris ONE.1 is the result of over two years of extensive learning, testing, and optimizing.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 26, 2024, 8:15 p.m. View Comments
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    2024 ACI Sport Italian Endurance Championship Announcement
     With the summer break coming to an end, one of the most anticipated moments of the national sports calendar of the Italian motorsport and RC Racing Federation "ACI Sport" is approaching and all is set for a spectacular 12-hour night Endurance race.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 23, 2024, 5:06 p.m. View Comments

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    New Hobbywing G4R 21.5T Motor Options
     Attention Spec Class racers: the Hobbywing 21.5 turn motor has now been upgraded to full G4R status, bringing it on par with the highly successful 13.5 and 17.5 G4R motors.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 23, 2024, 5:18 p.m. View Comments
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    2024 ROAR Paved On-Road Nationals Schedule Change
     Schedule change update for the 2024 ROAR Electric Paved Nationals hosted by N-CONTROL Racing Group located in Dale Tx.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 23, 2024, 5:36 p.m. View Comments
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    Hall Clenches 2wd and 4wd 2024 BRCA Championships
     Round 6 of the BRCA 1/10th Offroad Championship, for this year, is the final round and took place at Boughton Raceway in Norfolk. The 2024 season has been a vintage year for the series.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 23, 2024, 5 p.m. View Comments
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    New Revolution Design B7 Aluminum Servo Mount
     The Revolution Design B7 Ultra Servo Mount (RDRP0681) is an essential upgrade for your Team Associated RC10B7.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 23, 2024, 5:12 p.m. View Comments

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    New Schelle 13mm Fat Boy Pistons
     Debuted at the 1-up Challenge (Hobby Action, Chandler, AZ), Schelle is giving the “Fat Boy” piston treatment to 13mm shocks in 2-hole and 3-hole variants.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 23, 2024, 5:24 p.m. View Comments
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    New Pro-Line Racing Mirage TT Belted SC Tire
     Pro-Line is proud to announce a tire and wheel combo for your Short Course Desert Truck! The Mirage TT is inspired by full-size trophy truck tires to create a super-scale look.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 22, 2024, 4:42 p.m. View Comments
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    New Pro-Line Racing Sector 8ight-X/E 2.0 Body
     The Pro-Line Racing Sector Body features a ground-up redesign to optimize the handling of your buggy in the trickiest of track conditions.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 22, 2024, 4:03 p.m. View Comments
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    New ProTek RC Pro Pit Bags
     ProTek RC is announcing the release of two new products to support the racer’s organization, efficiency, and speed in pit lane. Now available is the ProTek RC Pro Pit Pack and the ProTek RC Fuel Gun & Fuel Bottle Holster.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 22, 2024, 8:42 p.m. View Comments

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    New Pro-Line Racing 2017 Ford F-250 12.3" Crawler Body
     Blue Oval fans rejoice! Pro-Line brings some American HD truck looks to the 1/10 Crawler scene.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 22, 2024, 4:25 p.m. View Comments
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    New JSM Hobby Titanium 48p Pinion Gears
     JSM Hobby has released brand new and highly anticipated colored/patterned 48 pitch titanium Ti-6AL-4V (Grade 5) pinion gears.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 22, 2024, 4:31 p.m. View Comments
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    New Revolution Design Pit Mat
     The Revolution Design RDRP4000 Pit Mat is the perfect workbench mat for your workshop or at the track.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 22, 2024, 4:06 p.m. View Comments
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    New TestLogger Collector Product Line Announcement
     TestLogger is excited to announce the official launch of the TestLogger Collector, a product line on providing data logging equipment for RC cars racing.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 22, 2024, 4:37 p.m. View Comments

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    New Mon-Tech Racing P963 LMH 1/12th Scale Body
     After the amazing success of the LMH series in 1/10 scale Mon-Tech Racing now proposes the same series for the 1/12th Scale Pan Cars.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 21, 2024, 2:58 p.m. View Comments
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    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [8/14 - 8/21]
     In the last week, Dirt Oval regained top honors in the #IndustryAnalytics list ahead of 1/10th Scale Off-Road, find out by how much and where your favorite genre slots in. #LiveTimeScoring
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 28, 2024, 6:55 p.m. View Comments
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    New Exalt RC Charge Cables
     These Exalt RC charge leads were designed in the USA with durability, reliability, and Quality all factored in.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 20, 2024, 4:59 p.m. View Comments
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    New Avid RC Ringer Shock Collar Sets
     Avid RC has released new spring collars for use with AE/TLR/Schumacher 13mm Shock Bodies which allow the ability to use 12mm and 13mm springs.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 20, 2024, 4:52 p.m. View Comments

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    2024 Gas Truck Nationals Recap Video
     Adam Drake has shared his recap of the 2024 Gas Truck Nationals in video form this week, check it out here.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 20, 2024, 4:47 p.m. View Comments
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    New Upgrade RC Tool Options
     UpGrade RC is announcing the release of four different products, headlined by a multi-tool with shock shaft pliers, tire punch, ball link pliers, and wire crimp.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 19, 2024, 8:40 p.m. View Comments
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    2024 ROAR 1/10th Electric Carpet Off-Road Nationals Results
     Check out the results from the 2024 ROAR 1/10th Scale Carpet Electric Off-Road Nationals hosted by Coastal Speedway.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 30, 2024, 5:12 p.m. View Comments
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    New VP-Pro IFB8 Air Filter
     VP-Pro is excited to announce the release of their air filter, AF-017, intended for use with the Infinity IFB8 1/8th nitro buggy.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 19, 2024, 8:04 p.m. View Comments

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    New MiniPro Motor Dyno V2
     It's been almost 8 years since MiniPro released the Motor Dyno V1 and they are thrilled to announce an updated version: the Motor Dyno V2.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 19, 2024, 8:18 p.m. View Comments
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    New Serpent F190 1/8th Electric F1 Kit
     With the excitement and growth of the Formula 1 sport and racing scene, as it continues to soar across the globe, Serpent introduces the brand new and innovative F190 1/8th electric F1 kit.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 16, 2024, 9:43 p.m. View Comments
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    New JConcepts NT48 2.0 Fin Titanium Turnbuckles
     The JConcepts Fin turnbuckles for the 1:8th trucks are heavy-duty, lightweight, and the original design brings out the glamour and quality that makes titanium one of the most sought-after exotic materials in the world.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 16, 2024, 9:50 p.m. View Comments
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    New Pro Motion Viper Carpet Tires
     Pro Motion is proud to introduce their first effort into the competitive world of Off-Road RC Carpet racing. Introducing the Viper Carpet tire line up, as well as their carpet specific C compounds.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 16, 2024, 10 p.m. View Comments

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    New Team Associated MT12 Lux Monster Truck
     Get ready for heart-pounding excitement at a stadium near you with the MT12+ Lux 4x4 Monster Truck.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 16, 2024, 9:32 p.m. View Comments
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    Tekno RC 2.2 New Parts Update With Jared Wiggins [VIDEO]
     Jared Wiggins takes a moment to explain everything you need to know about the updates on the new Tekno RC NB48 2.2.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 15, 2024, 3:52 p.m. View Comments
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    New Upgrade RC Ceramic and Rubber Seal Bearing Kits
     UpGrade RC is announcing the release of both ceramic and rubber sealed bearing sets for the most popular RC vehicles in the industry, including ARRMA™, Traxxas™, Kyosho™, and Tamiya™ cars.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 15, 2024, 3:38 p.m. View Comments
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    New Element Enduro Portal Axle Conversion Kit
     Element RC has released a new high clearance portal axle kit for their 1/10th scale crawlers and trail trucks.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 14, 2024, 4:34 p.m. View Comments

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    Industry Analytics: Weekly Stats [8/7 - 8/14]
     Another week is complete in the #LivetimeScoring system, over 12,000 entries raced across a multitude of different classes. Check out what everyone raced. #IndustryAnalytics
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 21, 2024, 3:10 p.m. View Comments
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    ROAR Racing and Gravity RC USGT/VTA Rules Updates
     Both ROAR Racing and Gravity RC have posted an update on what the rules for USGT and VTA will be for this years paved nationals and in the future.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 27, 2024, 4:15 p.m. View Comments
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    2024 D&J Raceway Historical Big One Event Announcement
     Saturday, August 24th is the D&J Raceway Historic Big One set to be hosted on their outdoor dirt oval track.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 13, 2024, 3:07 p.m. View Comments
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    Shutting Engines Off With The Drake [VIDEO]
     Adam Drake shared his preferred method for shutting off nitro engines in his video this week.
    Tyler Hooks Aug. 13, 2024, 3:32 p.m. View Comments

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