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
Why 1/5 Scale RC Cars Are the Ultimate Hobby Upgrade
RC Cars
There I was, ears perked at the unmistakable bark of a two-stroke engine roaring to life nearby. The ground beneath…
The Ultimate Guide to Gas Powered F1 RC Cars
RC Cars
The first time I squeezed the trigger on a gas powered F1 RC car, the engine barked to life, the…
F3A Pattern Planes for Sale: Expert Insights and Buying Tips
RC Airplanes
My first real “aha” moment with F3A RC plane happened on a dead-calm morning, pulling a perfectly vertical line and…
Mastering RC Boat Racing: Tips, Tricks, and Techniques for Speed and Success
RC Boats
The first time my RC boat blew past 60 mph and carved a perfect arc through wind-chopped water, I felt…
The Ultimate Guide to 1/76 RC Drift Cars
RC Cars
I didn’t expect a car this small to drift like a pro—until I laid down a tape-lined course across my…
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Helicopter Toy Helicopter for Beginners
RC Helicopters
I still remember the first evening I spun up a tiny RC helicopter in my living room and watched it…
Traxxas Spartan Wrap: Customization, Protection, and Performance
RC Quadcopters
I still remember the first time a wrapped Spartan screamed past me at the lake—mirror-carbon sides cutting clean water, custom…
RC Airwolf Black Bell 222 Electric Scale 1:3.5 Review
RC Airplanes
The first time I saw the RC Airwolf Black Bell 222 Electric Scale 1:3.5 taxi out of the pits, I…
The Fastest 1 5 Scale Gas RC Cars: Unleashing Speed and Performance
RC Cars
I had to know what these beasts could really do. The first time I lined up a properly tuned 1/5…
The Ultimate Guide to Remote Control Jet Engines
RC Helicopters
I still remember the first time a mini turbine spooled up just a few feet from me—the whistle rose to…
