Show Notes
Keven Hebert, a Canadian on-road racing legend, shares his journey from the early days of RC racing to becoming a top international racer. He discusses his transition from off-road to on-road racing, his sponsorship with Team Losi and Team Associated, and the challenges of racing in Canada. Keven's passion, dedication, and pursuit of excellence are evident throughout his career. Keven Hebert discusses his journey in RC racing, from learning setup skills to the shift from outdoor to indoor racing. He also shares insights on the challenges and opportunities in the RC racing industry. The conversation covers topics such as the evolution of RC racing, the impact of brand ambassador sponsorships, the challenges faced by retail stores, the role of track ownership, and the significance of key victories in Keven Hebert's racing career.
Takeaways Passion and dedication drive Keven Hebert's pursuit of excellence in RC racing. Transition from off-road to on-road racing, sponsorship with Team Losi and Team Associated, and the challenges of racing in Canada are key aspects of Keven's journey. Setup Skills Shift from Outdoor to Indoor Racing Evolution of RC Racing Impact of Brand Ambassador Sponsorships
Chapters 00:00 The Early Days and Transition to On-Road Racing 02:36 Racing Experience and Transition to On-Road Racing 05:45 Challenges and Opportunities in RC Racing 07:22 Transition to Team Associated and Racing Career 15:22 Development and Racing Strategy 25:12 Transition to Team Associated and Racing Career 28:24 Learning Setup Skills 31:17 Transition to Indoor Racing 32:41 The Decline of Outdoor Racing 33:07 The Impact of Racing Environment on Manufacturers 34:42 The Importance of Parking Lot Racing 36:33 The Role of RC Racing in the Community 37:00 Transition to X-ray and 12th Scale Racing 50:14 The Future of 12th Scale Racing 55:31 Evolution of RC Racing 57:23 Brand Ambassador Sponsorships 01:00:01 Challenges Faced by Retail Stores 01:04:28 Role of Track Ownership 01:12:49 Significance of Key Victories
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