For The Ride

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Eric Hendrikx (Motorcycle Life) Oct 18, 2026

Show notes

Best known for his biographical work in Revolver Magazine and Men's Journal, author Eric Hendrikx has just publish his largest work ever, Motorcycle Life: Stories, Wisdom, and Obsession from Riders Around the World. The hardcover masterpiece profiles over 100 riders from around the world, with a forward by Norman Reedus. In this episode, Eric shares his motivation and approach to creating this ode to motorcycles.

Episode Links:

Instagram: @EricHendrikx

Book: Motorcycle Life

Website: EricHendrikx.com

News: 2027 Triumph Bonneville T40

Free MSF eCourse: TriumphRider.com

Events Schedule: TriumphOnTour.com

For The Ride theme song by Sam Pace

For The Ride podcast produced by Hisonni Johnson

Brock Gill Returns (Moto Mission) Sep 27, 2026

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After completing a 50 State in 50 Days motorcycle ride, Brock Gill returns to share stories from the adventure. In this episode Brock talks about the challenges, life-changing experiences and the 50 people he met on his 50 day journey. He also offers some behind the scenes insight about the feature length documentary The Ripple Effect, which is an inspirational film about the lives touched along the route.

Episode Links:

Instagram: @BrockGill

Documentary: The Ripple Effect

Website: MotoMission.com

News: 2027 Triumph TXP Range

News: Farres Wins FIM MX2 Championship

News: 2026 Isle of Triumph at Barber Vintage Festival

Free MSF eCourse: TriumphRider.com

Events Schedule: TriumphOnTour.com

For The Ride theme song by Sam Pace

For The Ride podcast produced by Hisonni Johnson

Brian Case (Barber Motorsports Museum) Sep 11, 2026

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Barber Motorsports Museum's Executive Director, Brian Case, shares the history of the museum, honoring the legacy of George Barber. He also tells how his background in design and as the founder of Motus Motorcycles led him to Barber, and shares some of the vision for the world's largest motorcycle museum and motorsports park.

Episode Links:

Instagram: @Case_Moto76

Instagram: @BarberMotorPark

Website: BarberRacingEvents.com

News: Triumph Originals Custom Contest

News: 2026 Vahna Motorcycle Film Festival Screenings

News: 2026 Isle of Triumph at Barber Vintage Festival

Free MSF eCourse: TriumphRider.com

Events Schedule: TriumphOnTour.com

For The Ride theme song by Sam Pace

For The Ride podcast produced by Hisonni Johnson

Jordon Smith (Triumph Factory Racing) Feb 19, 2026

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Triumph Factory Racing's, Jordon Smith, made history in 2025 as the first to secure a Triumph Supercross win, and is preparing to make his debut in the 450 class. In the episode Smith talks about growing up in the competitive world of youth motocross racing, the decision to transition to the 450 class, and being a contender for top golfer on the grid.

Episode Links:

Instagram: @JordonSmith.20

News: Triumph FELD VIP Experiences

News: Triumph Racing Contingency

Free MSF eCourse: TriumphRider.com

Events Schedule: TriumphOnTour.com

For The Ride theme song by Sam Pace

For The Ride podcast produced by Hisonni Johnson

Jess Stone (Ruffly - K9 Cockpit) Jan 23, 2026

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World traveler, Jess Stone, is best know for her social media channel, GoRuffly, which she and her husband use to market their motorcycle dog carrier, the K9 Cockpit. After spending a few years in Guatemala and completing a Pan-American Highway trip, including the Darien Gap, Jess is back in the United States completing her first book and making appearances to raise funds and awareness for the charity Girl Up.

Episode Links:

Instagram: @GoRuffly

Instagram: @K9MotoCockpit

Website: GoRuffly.com

YouTube: @GoRuffly

News: Montana BDR

News: Updated Trident 660 & Tiger Sport 660

Free MSF eCourse: TriumphRider.com

Events Schedule: TriumphOnTour.com

For The Ride theme song by Sam Pace

For The Ride podcast produced by Hisonni Johnson

Jeremy Abbott (jeremyXplores) Jan 04, 2026

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After many years as a drummer with a heavy tour schedule, Jeremy Abbott was ready for a change and shifted his focus to telling in depth stories of abandoned places via his YouTube channel, JeremyXplores. In this episode, Jeremy reflects on the past year, which included the lifechanging experiences of suffering a motorcycle accident and witnessing the frontline of Ukraine.

Episode Links:

YouTube: JeremyXplores

Instagram: @JeremyXplores

News: Triumph Unleashed Tour

News: New Thruxton 400 & Tracker 400 motorcycles

Free MSF eCourse: TriumphRider.com

Events Schedule: TriumphOnTour.com

For The Ride theme song by Sam Pace

For The Ride podcast produced by Hisonni Johnson

Chastin Brand (Pinstriping & Lettering) Nov 22, 2025

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Georgia Pinstripe and Lettering artist, Chastin Brand, is a familiar face at many well know rider gatherings. When he's not busy with commercial work or live painting at events, Chastin spends his time enjoying off-road riding adventures with friends, and hosting an annual event on his property, The Wildsville Scramble.

Episode Links:

Instagram: @ChastinBrand

Instagram: @Wildsville.GA

Website: ChastinHandPainted.com

Website: WildsvilleGA.com

News: New Tiger Alpine & Desert Editions

Free MSF eCourse: TriumphRider.com

Events Schedule: TriumphOnTour.com

For The Ride theme song by Sam Pace

For The Ride podcast produced by Hisonni Johnson

Bryan Thompson (Thompson Cycles) Nov 08, 2025

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Skateboarder and BMX rider turned motorcycle racer, Bryan Thompson, is now known for his custom motorcycle builds with Thompson Cycles. In this episode Bryan shares how he found his into building customs and setting land speed records, and reflects on some full circle moments building custom bikes for legends in the skateboarding world, Steve Caballero and Van Doren.

Episode Links:

Instagram: @ThompsonCycles

VANS Bike Video: Vimeo

805 Speed Record Coverage: Article

News: Tiger 900 BRD "Founders Edition" Custom Fundraiser

Free MSF eCourse: TriumphRider.com

Events Schedule: TriumphOnTour.com

For The Ride theme song by Sam Pace

For The Ride podcast produced by Hisonni Johnson

Jake Kiszka (Mirador & Greta Van Fleet) Sep 20, 2025

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Talented guitarist, Jake Kiszka, is best known for co-founding and performing in Greta Van Fleet. In this episode I joined Jake at the Gibson Garage, where he spoke about his parallel journeys of discovering motorcycling and creating a new band MIRADOR, in which he is the co-founder, guitarist, and vocalist, all while juggling tour duties with GVF. We also dive deep into some technical guitar questions, and end with the first MIRADOR single, "Feels Like Gold".

Episode Links:

Instagram: @JakeKiszka

Instagram: @MiradorMiradorMirador

Website: MiradorBand.com

Spotify: Mirador Album

News: New Cross Country Models

Free MSF eCourse: TriumphRider.com

Events Schedule: TriumphOnTour.com

For The Ride theme song by Sam Pace

For The Ride podcast produced by Hisonni Johnson

Simon Cudby (MX Photographer) Sep 01, 2025

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For decades, the hero images seen in Racer X magazine have been captured by veteran MX photographer Simon Cudby. After many years traveling to each race of the season, Cudby is enjoying a more balanced career with a new focus on adventure bike travel coverage. Most recently the new Triumph off-road models have been on the other side of his lens, shooting both press rides and new model launch assets.

Episode Links:

Instagram: @Cudby

Instagram: @OffroadUnderground

Website: CudbyPhoto.com

Website: OffroadUnderground.com

News: International Six Day Enduro

Free MSF eCourse: TriumphRider.com

Events Schedule: TriumphOnTour.com

For The Ride theme song by Sam Pace

For The Ride podcast produced by Hisonni Johnson