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Cobra Moto's American Made Mini Bikes With CEO Sean Hilbert | Midweek Podcast Oct 25, 2023

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After five years of employment with the Ford Motor Company as a Research Engineer, Sean Hilbert decided to step back from the workforce and pursue higher education through the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and MIT Sloan School of Management. During Hilbert's time at the prestigious schools, he put together a vision for the future of the powersports industry that would use "individualized focus" to make off-road motorcycles custom-built for the consumer and soon gathered business partners and financial support that made the idea a reality.

The group acquired Cobra Moto from Bud Maimone, a machinist who revolutionized amateur motocross with his American-made mini bikes, in 2003 and has spent the past twenty years growing the brand with a lineup of performance-focused models, an international dealer network, a large production facility in Michigan, and direct support for the racing families who at the track every weekend.

New Signings and Sightings on the Pro Taper Kickstart Podcast Oct 23, 2023

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Presented by Pro Taper

Three weeks into the off-season and we are still finding plenty to chin-wag over...new rider and team combos, bike tests, new gear, and more!

New Signings and Sightings on the Pro Taper Kickstart Podcast Oct 16, 2023

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Presented by Pro Taper

It's been a relatively quiet week in motocross and Supercross as the off-season is now in full effect. The big news is Guillem Farres to Rockstar Energy Husqvarna, but we've also heard and seen a few more interesting things...

Rene Garcia on his Team Guam MXoN Experience | Yoshimura Midweek Podcast Oct 11, 2023

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Presented by Yoshimura

Our long-time test rider Rene Garcia got to trade in his gloves and helmet in for a passport and a set of wrenches as he traveled with Team Guam to Ernee, France, as Joshua Varize's mechanic at the Motocross of Nations. We asked him to join us and give us some insight into what goes into getting a privateer to the biggest race of the year.

2024 250 MX Shootout Roundtable on the Yoshimura Podcast Oct 06, 2023

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Presented by Yoshimura

Yesterday, the SML testing team wrapped up its final day of comparison testing for the crop of 2024 250 MX bikes at Fox Raceway, and we gathered at the office afterward to compare our thoughts about each of the six machines from Gas Gas, Honda, Husqvarna, Kawasaki, KTM, and Yamaha. Special thanks to Fun Bike Center, Motul, and OGIO Powersports for making our comparison test possible

Welcome to the Offseason | Pro Taper Kickstart Podcast Oct 03, 2023

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We've officially had one week of the offseason and man, did it feel good! Not that we weren't busy, mind you...we had a ton of testing to do and we've been wide open as usual. Anton is leaving for France with the rest of Team USA for the Motocross of Nations, ARay is working the Chaparral Parking Lot Sale, Chase is filming a wedding in Mexico, and Donn is orchestrating the 2024 250 Shootout this coming week! Busy, busy...

Los Angeles Supermotocross Finale Recap on the Pro Taper Kickstart Podcast Sep 25, 2023

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Presented by Pro Taper

To say that the Supermotocross Finale at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum delivered would be an understatement! The inaugural SMX Championship produced some amazing racing, two new champions, and new rivalries that will keep fans entertained for years to come. Join the SML staff as we recap everything that we saw and learned at the last American race of the year.

Joliet Supermotocross Recap on the Pro Taper Kickstart Podcast Sep 18, 2023

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Presented by Pro Taper

The pass. You know; the pass everyone is talking about. What did you think of Jett Lawrence letting Ken Roczen pass him for the second moto win at last weekend's final Supermotocross Supermorocross moto? We cover that and a whole lot more in this week's Kickstart Podcast presented by Pro Taper

Tag Gasparian of Tagger Designs on the Yoshimura Midweek Podcast Sep 14, 2023

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Presented by Yoshimura

On this installment of the Yoshimura Midweek Podcast, we invited our SoCal neighbor Tag Gasparian of Tagger Designs to stop by and share his story, From his early days as a professional surfer to his current role as one of motocross' most popular helmet painters, Chances are that you have either admired some of Tag's work, owned some of it, or have something he designed on your Christmas wish list. Enjoy!

Charlotte SMX Playoff Recap with Jo Shimoda on the Pro Taper Kickstart Podcast Sep 11, 2023

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Presented by Pro Taper

Well, the Supermotocross Playoffs are finally here, and for the SML staff, the new series is everything we had hoped it would be and more! The racing in Charlotte was insane, and the results were mixed up, and that's more than we could have ever wished for. 250 winner Jo Shimoda joined us for this morning's show and added some insight and humor, too! Enjoy!

What did you think of the first SMX playoff? Comment below!

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