About Kyle Hilson
Kyle Hilson is the founder and chief editor of SwellRC, a hands-on RC car enthusiast who’s spent over a decade testing, tuning, and reviewing remote control cars for every skill level. Known for his genuine, data-backed approach, Kyle combines technical expertise with real-world experience to help hobbyists make smarter buying and upgrade decisions.
Latest Articles
OS Model Airplane Engines: Expert Tips and Tricks
												
												RC Airplanes											
											
												The first time I spooled up an OS Max on the bench, the throttle felt like it was on rails—silky,…											
										Unlocking Flight Adventure with a 6 Ch Remote Control Quadcopter
												
												RC Quadcopters											
											
												After countless evenings of testing, logging battery cycles, and replaying flight footage frame by frame, I realized why a 6…											
										Gartt 450L Review: A Comprehensive Guide for RC Helicopter Enthusiasts
												
												RC Quadcopters											
											
												After countless hours tuning different 450-class helicopters, I kept hearing the same whisper on the flight line: “Try the Gartt…											
										The Ultimate Guide to Truggies: Speed, Stability, and Fun
												
												RC Cars											
											
												The first time I pinned the throttle on a 1/8 truggy across a dusty fire road, the chassis just hunkered…											
										Aeroscout S 2 1.1M RTF Review: A Beginner-Friendly RC Plane
												
												RC Airplanes											
											
												The first time I saw the Aeroscout S 2 1.1M RTF cruising low over a grass field, I instantly knew…											
										Skytech H100 Review: A Beginner-Friendly RC Speed Boat
												
												RC Quadcopters											
											
												I stumbled onto the Skytech H100 on a breezy Sunday at the pond I use to trim new RC helis.…											
										Fast RC Cars 100 MPH: The Ultimate Guide to Reaching Triple Digits
												
												RC Cars											
											
												I still remember the jolt of adrenaline the first time my GPS flashed 100.0 mph on my speed-run RC car.…											
										The Most Realistic RC Cars: A Guide to Authentic Miniature Machines
												
												RC Cars											
											
												I’ll never forget the moment a particular RC car caught me so off guard, I literally did a double-take. It…											
										Mastering F3A RC Planes: A Guide to Precision Aerobatics
												
												RC Airplanes											
											
												My first close encounter with an F3A RC plane was on a blue-sky afternoon when a local ace carved ruler-straight…											
										Maximizing Long Range Remote Control Boat Performance
												
												RC Boats											
											
												I fell down the long range RC boating rabbit hole the first time I watched a sleek catamaran slice across…											
										