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: Losi TEN-SCTE Troy Lee Designs SCT

Review: Losi TEN-SCTE Troy Lee Designs SCT

Losi’s fabulous TEN-SCTE 2.0 has seen quite a bit of success on the battlefield, winning everything from club races to National Championships. When it came ... Read More

Review: HPI E-Firestorm Flux Stadium Truck

Review: HPI E-Firestorm Flux Stadium Truck

I’ve always been a pretty big fan of HPI vehicles, continually looking forward to what they have to offer and what I can add to ... Read More

Review: Traxxas Slash with OBA and TSM

Review: Traxxas Slash with OBA and TSM

The Slash has seen quite a few years of service, with Traxxas introducing something new with each release. It’s progressed from a pretty basic 2WD ... Read More

RC Screw Types Explained + How to Measure Them

RC Screw Types Explained + How to Measure Them

When I first started out in RC, I didn't have much of a background in building things. Sure, as a kid I disassembled all my ... Read More

Team Associated T5M Online Build

Team Associated T5M Online Build

It was only a matter of time until the brilliant mid-motor design of Team Associated’s B5M made its way to their Stadium Truck. This truck ... Read More

Review: Team C TM4 2WD Buggy

Review: Team C TM4 2WD Buggy

One of my favorite 1/10-scale classes is 4WD buggy. These little ground-level fighter jets can turn almost any track into a fun-filled playground, carving corners ... Read More

Review: Team Associated PROSC 4×4 Short Course Truck

Review: Team Associated PROSC 4×4 Short Course Truck

Let’s face it; our industry has been overrun with Short Course trucks. Why is that, you might ask? I chalk it up to a few ... Read More

Review: Tamiya Fighting Buggy

Review: Tamiya Fighting Buggy

If you’ve been around a spell, you’ll know that Tamiya's Fighting Buggy was once called the Super Champ. This vehicle was released back in 1982 ... Read More

Axial Yeti XL Online Build

Axial Yeti XL Online Build

Axial has done a great job at focusing their efforts towards scale releases. Their line of scale trail trucks has been hugely popular, so it ... Read More

Review: Losi XXX-SCT Brushless RTR with AVC

Review: Losi XXX-SCT Brushless RTR with AVC

You might look at the Losi XXX-SCT on these pages and think “great, another 2WD Short Course truck”. In some respects, you’re right on target. ... Read More

What Does C Rating Mean on a LiPo Battery?

What Does C Rating Mean on a LiPo Battery?

If you’ve ever looked at a LiPo battery, you’ve probably seen something like “5000mAh 50C” printed on the label. Most people understand the mAh part ... Read More

How to Clean RC Car Bearings

How to Clean RC Car Bearings

RC car bearings are small parts that make a big difference. When they’re clean, your car runs smooth, fast and efficient. When they’re dirty, everything ... Read More

Team C TM4 Online Build

Team C TM4 Online Build

When you think of 1:10 scale 4WD buggies, your mind probably heads right for big dogs like Team Associated, TLR, Kyosho and maybe even XRay. ... Read More

How to Set Your RC Slipper Clutch

How to Set Your RC Slipper Clutch

What Is a Slipper Clutch? A slipper clutch is a small but critical part of your RC car’s drivetrain. It is connected to the spur ... Read More

Review: Serpent F110 Formula 1

Review: Serpent F110 Formula 1

I was really excited when I got my hands on my first Formula 1 car. That all changed, however, the moment I put it on ... Read More