Pit Pass Moto

This week, Clint and Heather are joined by Scott Lukaitis, Director of Sales and Marketing at Engine Ice and owner of Lukaitis Consulting. The three chat about the evolution of Scott’s career and the importance of archiving motocross history through photography. Find Scott on Instagram: @scott_lukaitis MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

Heather and Clint are joined this week by Ryan Frazee, Market Segment Manager for MX and Offroad Racing at Automatic Distributors. Ryan elaborates on the company's focus on hard parts and the development of new product lines. The three talk about the competitive spirit among young racers, and the life lessons that come from the sport. But first, Heather and Clint look back at the results of the 2024 Motocross of Nations.  Find Automatic Distributors on Instagram! @automatic_distributors Connect with Ryan on Instagram! @ryan_frazee MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

This week, Clint and Heather are joined by Kevin Bailey, Marketing Manager at Race Winning Brands. Kevin discusses his background and involvement with local racing groups, as well as some of the technical aspects of piston engineering and advantages of Rekluse clutches. Find Kevin on Instagram: @kbailey_33 MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

This week, Heather and Clint are joined by Kane Wagner, owner of Appalachian ADV. Kane discusses the challenges he experienced when learning to ride later in life. He also elaborates on the various events and clinics he organizes, aimed at both beginner and intermediate riders! Follow Kane on Instagram @kane.appalachianadv and find Appalachian ADV on Youtube! MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

This week, Clint and Heather are joined by 10-year-old Gabe Datis, the Stock 110 Champion at the 2024 MotoAmerica Mini Cup National Final! Gabe joins us, along with his parents Amanda and Jason, to discuss their experience as a family in racing and their plans for the future. Follow Gabe on Facebook and Instagram! MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

This week, Clint and Heather are joined by Erin Sills of Hunter Sills Racing! Erin discusses her participation in the Bonneville Motorcycle Speed Trials and the meticulous preparation required for land speed racing. She also talks about her involvement with Women Riders Now and her role in the FIM Women in Motorcycling Commission. Follow Hunter Sills Racing on Facebook! MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

This week, Clint and Heather are joined by Kenny Held, owner of Row 5 Productions, AMA Off-Road Commission member, and AMA Referee. Kenny provides valuable insights into organizing motorcycle events and emphasizing the importance of youth programs. They also discuss the rising presence of electric bikes in off-road racing and the challenges that come with trying to integrate them into the current format. Follow Row 5 Productions on Facebook! MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

This week, Heather and Clint are joined by Brian Holmes, owner of Infamous Adventures. Brian has mapped several adventure routes in West Virginia for people to explore and provides guided tours in his home state. Visit iadv.info to learn more and find details about the upcoming adventure rides. Follow Infamous Adventures on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/infamousadventureroutes MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

This week, Heather and Clint chat with Mark Burkhart, a 2x AMA Supermoto Champion and X Games gold medalist! The three discuss Mark’s racing career, as well as what he’s doing in the industry now. MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

This week, Clint and Heather chat with Kurt Diserio! Kurt is a designer and the organizer of the Glory Daze Bike Show in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This year, the event will be on September 21st, 2024. Kurt shares some insights on the event as well as some of the other projects he’s working on! Learn more about Glory Daze here: https://www.glorydazepgh.com Find Kurt on Instagram and at kurtdiserio.com! MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

This week we’re joined by Rodney Carrier who competed at the AMA Amateur National Motocross Championship, aka Loretta Lynn’s, this past week! Rodney shares his journey from drag racing motorcycles into motocross. He discusses his experience racing on a vintage 1981 Maico 490 during the event and shares his plans for future bike builds and races. Follow Rodney on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok! MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

Heather and Clint are joined by Pete Day, co-founder and crash-tester of Mosko Moto! Pete tells the fascinating origin story of Mosko Moto and their commitment to creating dependable adventure ride gear and luggage. He shares his experiences in international adventures and some of his favorite places to visit.  Follow Mosko Moto on Instagram: @moskomoto Follow Pete on Instagram: @moskopete MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

In this episode, Clint Esposito and Heather Wilson are joined by Paul Taublieb. Paul recounts the challenges of organizing the first Freeride Moto X Championship and bringing freestyle motocross to the X Games. He discusses his Emmy-winning documentary, “Unchained: The Untold Story of Freestyle Motocross” and soon-to-be-released “Pay Dirt: The Story of Supercross”, highlighting the importance of storytelling and the human element in his films.  Learn more about Paul’s work at: https://www.taubliebfilms.com/ Find Paul on Instagram: @paultaublieb MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

Heather Wilson and Clint Esposito are joined by Chuck Aksland and Cory Texter this week! The four discuss MotoAmerica’s upcoming Mini Cup National Final at Road America in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin. The Mini Cup Series provides an accessible entry into roadracing and allows young racers to develop technical skills and sportsmanship. For registration and more information on the Mini Cup, visit https://www.motoamerica.com/mini-cup/ Follow the Mini Cup Series on Instagram: @motoamericaminicup Find Cory on Facebook and Instagram MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

Heather Wilson and Clint Esposito are joined this week by Mike Witkowski! Mike is a GNCC XC1 Class competitor for Phoenix Racing Honda. He shares how he is always eager to learn and improve, and that includes trying new disciplines of racing – like AMA Pro Motocross -- during the GNCC summer break. Find Mike on Instagram: @mike_witcowski MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

Clint Esposito and Heather Wilson are joined this week by Carl Schlacht! As a former Supercross racer, Carl shares his experience with transitioning into road racing. He details his bike modifications and the attention to detail needed to be a competitive racer in Bagger Racing League. He also discusses his ventures as a photographer and videographer, as well as being a riding coach with The Speed Farm. But first, Heather and Clint take a look at the results from X Games Ventura! Find Carl on Instagram! @carlschlacht MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

Heather Wilson and Clint Esposito are joined this week by Craig Johnson, the co-founder and owner of Wild Ass Motorcycle Seats. Craig shares his experience completing the Hoka Hey Motorcycle Challenge in 2022 and his love for long-distance riding. He also gives insight into the history and creation of Wild Ass Motorcycle Seats! But first, Clint and Heather chat about the 2024 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame inductees. Listen to The Wild Ass PodcASSt here! Find Craig on Instagram: @wildasscraig MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Rewatch every round of the 2023 series and revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

This week, Heather Wilson and Clint Esposito speak with Ava Silvestri, the 2022 and 2023 AMA West Hare Scrambles Pro Women Champion! Ava shares insight into her training and competition goals in the future, as well as her upcoming participation in the 2024 ISDE. Find Ava on Instagram and support her travel to the ISDE! @avasilvestri MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Rewatch every round of the 2023 series and revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

On this week’s episode, Clint Esposito and Heather Wilson chat with Scottie Deubler! Listen in to hear how Scottie got behind the mic, his perspective from the announcer’s booth at races, and how he keeps up with the action on the track! Check out Scottie’s podcast about flat track: Off The Groove Find Scottie on Instagram: @scottiedeubler MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Rewatch every round of the 2023 series and revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule to be announced soon over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.

This week, Heather Wilson and Clint Esposito are joined by Jason Gearld. In addition to being the Business Development Manager at Motorcycle Industry Jobs, Jason is also the founder and owner of Phoenix Handlebars! He talks through his journey to this position and shares his insights of how integral connections and relationships are to finding employment in the industry. MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by MotoAmerica, home of AMA Superbike racing and North America's premier motorcycle road racing series. Rewatch every round of the 2023 series and revisit all the season's action with the Moto America Live+ video-on-demand streaming service. Or visit the Moto America YouTube Channel for race highlights and behind-the-scenes video content. Look for the 2024 race schedule to be announced soon over on the motoamerica.com website, and be sure to follow MotoAmerica on social media for real-time series updates and original content. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts.