Author: Tony Phalen
As an avid RC enthusiast, Tony has been building, bashing and racing RC Cars for over 30 years. He has participated in every kind of surface racing events - 1/18 scale trucks, 1/10 scale TC, Rock Racers, Rally - if it had wheels, he's raced it! He's also worked on both sides of the industry fence; collaborating with many major manufacturers (as well as being a sponsored driver) to working for a high-profile industry magazine. During this time he has learned many tricks, tips and techniques and is sharing that knowledge on CompetitionX - the most informative RC website on the internet!
Review: HoBao Hyper MT Sport Plus Monster Truck
Being a racer, there are times when I just want to set aside all my competition Touring Cars, Short Course trucks and 2WD buggies and ... Read More
Review: Team Associated TC7 Touring Car
I'm a big touring car fan - I love the speed, the door-to-door racing and the precision driving it takes to make a pass with ... Read More
Review: Kraken RC VEKTA.5 Class 1500 Unlimited 4WD Buggy
If you're into large scale RCs, I'm sure you've heard about the upcoming release of Kraken RCs new VEKTA.5 4WD 1/5 scale buggy. This is ... Read More
Team Associated TC7 Online Build
The TC7 is Team Associated’s latest asphalt blazer, and we got our hands on one to do a full online build. Included in this build ... Read More
Review: HPI Jumpshot MT
If you're new to this fantastic hobby, you'll be happy to know that there are quite a few options when it comes to your first ... Read More
Project Traxxas Stampede 4×4 MTV (Multi-Terrain Vehicle)
MTV = Multi-Terrain Vehicle We do lots of projects all the time, and some take quite a while to ‘put together’. Your initial idea ends ... Read More
Keep the Front End Down on my Traxxas Stampede Wheelie Machine
Question: Hey Doc- I recently bought a Dynamite 15T brushed motor and a Dynamite brushed ESC for my modified Traxxas Stampede. My problem is that ... Read More
Hey LRP, Where’s My Reverse?
Question: Hi Doc- I recently purchased a second hand car with the LRP IPC V6 ESC installed in it. My problem is that there is ... Read More
Wiper Speed Control Not Powering Motor
Question: Hey Doc- I have an older Tamiya Blackfoot that uses a wiper speed control. When I turn it on, the servo moves the wiper ... Read More
Review: Axial Yeti SCORE 4WD Trophy Truck RTR
When Axial's Yeti hit the market, the rock racing scene exploded as everyone rushed out to get this awesome rig. It showed that there is ... Read More
Hobbywing V3 – Huh, Yeah, What is it Good For?
Question: Hiya Doctor- Hi guys, great site!!!! I have certainly learned more about motors, ESC's, Kv etc. while being here. My question is this: I ... Read More
HPI 5B AVC (or DBox-2)
Question: Hi Doc- Can I use a Spektrum DX2E and SRS4200 (AVC) Receiver on my HPI Baja 5B? I was thinking it might make it ... Read More
DHK Wolf – Steering But No Motor
Question: Hiya Doc- I have a DHK Wolf with a brushless motor and when I turn my car on, it recognizes the but the motor ... Read More
How To: Install a Screen Protector on your Transmitter
Most of today's high-end computerized radio systems come with large function screens that allow you to filter through their menu systems. It's great having the ... Read More
How To: Apply a FreqEskinz Wrap to Your Transmitter
As RC enthusiasts, we're always finding ways to customize our gear to make it our own. We add flashy paint on our cars, mark our ... Read More
















