Show #350 – The No Name RC Podcast | Paul Wynn of JConcepts
In this episode, Lefty sits down in person at the JConcepts warehouse with Paul Wynn—national champion, former Schumacher USA team manager, and a key figure behind the growth of JConcepts.
From 1980s Florida parking lot racing to competing at the World Championships and helping build one of the biggest brands in RC, Paul shares an incredible journey through the evolution of RC racing. The guys dive into old-school racing culture, the legendary rivalries, the shift to modern high-tech racing, and what it really takes to support top drivers today.
They also break down body design, aerodynamics, tire choices, racer mentality, and the future of RC racing—plus why grassroots racing might be the key to growing the hobby again.
If you love RC history, behind-the-scenes insight, and real talk from the industry—this is a must-listen.
⏱️ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 – Intro & JConcepts HQ
00:21 – Meet Paul Wynn
01:01 – Getting into RC (80s parking lot racing)
02:12 – Early Florida RC scene
03:24 – First big races & Winter Champs
04:31 – Turning serious & sponsorship
07:37 – Influences & early legends
10:10 – Associated vs Losi rivalry
12:48 – Early 90s racing grind
15:23 – On-road success & podiums
16:31 – National title & Schumacher
18:32 – World Championships experience
22:14 – Working at Schumacher USA
27:06 – Touring car boom & decline
31:17 – Grassroots racing importance
36:26 – Joining JConcepts
41:30 – Learning body design & molds
43:40 – 3D printing & modern production
47:12 – Aerodynamics in RC
51:47 – Racing vs basher market
56:00 – Tire choice & driver support
59:30 – Racer mentality & aggression
1:03:05 – Young drivers vs pros
1:06:30 – Modern track trends
1:10:18 – Entry-level challenges
1:12:27 – Are cars too fast?
1:17:00 – Old school vs modern RC
1:19:53 – Growth of JConcepts
1:21:56 – Paul’s current role
1:23:50 – Life outside RC
1:26:00 – Outro
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