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Exhaust #210: Supercross Mega Preview Dec 30, 2022

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Jason Weigandt, Steve Matthes, Jason Thomas, and Kris Keefer dig in deep for our annual Monster Energy Racer X Supercross Season Preview Shows, and we've provided the audio-only version here for those who don't want to spent two hours watching on YouTube. The boys talk 450s and 250s here, from top riders to privateers to Matthes' annual rant on 250 riders not declaring coasts (BUT the 250 teams actually did declare since we recorded these shows!).

The biggest fights? Is Chase Sexton now at the top tier of the group and ahead of a previous champion like Cooper Webb in the preseason favorites list? Matthes and Weigandt fight on that one, and then Matthes and JT argue about the 2023 Yamaha YZ450F and how that might impact Eli Tomac and more. Oh, and Ken Roczen on a Suzuki! Much to talk about.

The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Leatt.

Exhaust #209: Man Work with Jeff Stanton Dec 19, 2022

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When Jeff Stanton wants to talk, we listen, because few people in this world are more straightforward and no-nonsense than the six-time AMA National Champion. On a cold December Monday morning in Michigan, we caught him working (of course) but also looking to do some bench-racing. Stanton has had a relationship with Triumph for several years now as part of his Jeff Stanton Adventures bike riding tours, but now that brand is planning to race supercross and motocross. We talk to Stanton about that, 2023 Anaheim, Chase Sexton, Eli Tomac, and more, plus get some tips on how a man's man lives his life.

The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Leatt.

Exhaust #208: Meet Team Triumph Dec 14, 2022

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Triumph's heritage in street and road motorcycles is paving the way for an entry into motocross and supercross, with new bikes and a new team for 2024. The brand announced the key players in the race team last week, and Jason Weigandt went to Angel Stadium to talk to them, including Ricky Carmichael, who sees himself as a general manager in picking talent, team principal Bobby Hewitt, and team manager Stephen "Scuba" Westfall, AMA Hall of Fame inductee Dave Arnold as lead chassis engineer, and Dudley Cramond joins as lead powertrain engineer. Jeremy Appleton, the global racing manager, joins Weigandt as well. We haven't seen the bikes yet, and the team isn't racing until 2024, but when you get to know the people behind the project, it becomes clear how seriously Triumph is taking this project.

The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Leatt.

Racer X Read Out: "Fun's Up!" Dec 09, 2022

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All fun, no turns: Red Bull Straight Rhythm is back, and we were there to check out the event's big move to Huntington Beach. Jason Weigandt reads his feature "Fun's Up!" from the February 2023 issue of Racer X magazine.

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Exhaust #207: Cameron McAdoo Never Settles Dec 02, 2022

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Cameron McAdoo wants it bad. He might want it too much! His process of improvement means he has to keep the drive and desire that brought him from unknown to factory rider and race winner, but also refine his riding to avoid mistakes. He was looking good last year while fighting for the 250SX East crown until a crash on press day, when he wasn't even pushing, cost him big. He hopes to do better this year. If you want to hear about mixing the drive, ambition, and emotion of wanting to win in the worst way, and what goes on in the mind of a young racer, listen in on this conversation with McAdoo and Jason Weigandt.

The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Leatt.

Exhaust #206: Meet Caden Braswell Nov 29, 2022

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Caden Braswell took the industry by storm at the Monster Energy AMA Amateur National Motocross Championships over the summer, when he won the 250 Pro Sport division and took second in Open Pro Sport, finishing on the podium in five of six motos. He did it the hard way, too, overcoming some big names in his consistent charges from the middle of the pack to the front. Loretta's longer, rougher motos (they increased to 25 minutes this year) helped showcase his skills and strength—the kind of stuff that matters more at the pro level compared to the sprint speed that defines a lot of amateur racing.

Then there's the personality! Caden has a unique, deep outlook on life and doesn't sound like the typical racer. Jason Weigandt gets down to it in this interview with Braswell. They talk about his new deal with Phoenix Honda, racing the Mini O's to get his supercross points, and even some AMA Arenacross, all in prep for supercross in 2023.

The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Leatt.

Exhaust #205: Why JGRMX Mattered Nov 11, 2022

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The sudden passing of Coy Gibbs on Sunday morning has given the entire motocross industry a chance to reflect on the legacy of Coy and the team he founded, JGRMX, which raced from 2008–2020. When the team was first announced in the summer of 2007, it seemed primed to dominate, with the Gibbs family's sterling reputation in both the NFL and NASCAR, as well as the resources it could pour into the team. Well, the revolution Coy Gibbs planned actually did come to the sport, as his Eastern-based team concept is now commonplace with other successful teams in the industry. JGRMX itself, however, won a few races but never the expected titles. This leads to two questions: Why did it not win more? And why does the legacy of this team, and its owner, feel much stronger than their results would indicate? Anyone who knew Coy and his team personally could tell you. This was an experience unlike any other.

Jason Weigandt dives in with this episode of the Racer X Exhaust podcast.

The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Leatt.

Racer X Read Out: "About Damn Time!" Nov 04, 2022

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After more than a decade of defeat, Team USA's improved organization and effort—along with three great riders—got back on top at the 2022 FIM Motocross of Nations. Is this sustainable? Jason Weigandt reads his feature "About Damn Time!" from the January issue of Racer X magazine.

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Exhaust #204: Forward March (w/ Shane McElrath) Oct 27, 2022

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Two years ago, Shane McElrath was battling Chase Sexton for a 250SX Regional Championship. Today, Sexton is a bright shining star in the sport with multiple 450 wins and championship potential of the highest order. McElrath, meanwhile, has been battling just to get a ride, anywhere. He missed most of the '21 season with a back injury, riding for SmarTop/Bullfrog Spas MotoConcepts Honda. Then he ended up on four different teams in 2022, including one that folded, two fill-in rides, and then a a shot at building a team with Rick Ware Racing for the new World Supercross Championship. It was thrown together quickly, but Shane emerged with the SX2 Championship. Now, finally, he thinks he has some stability for the future, and a chance to show what he can do. Jason Weigandt chats with Shane in this podcast.

The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Leatt.

Exhaust #203: Worst and Best (w/ Colt Nichols) Oct 25, 2022

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Colt Nichols might have experienced more highs and lows than anyone in the game right now. Coming off last year's 250SX East Supercross Championship, he never even scored a point in 2022, crashing out of his Anaheim 1 heat race while running in 250SX West. The injuries were bad, and Colt never made it back to a race. Then came more pain: an injury clause meant he wasn't getting paid, then he asked to get out of his Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing contract early so he could get a head start with a new 450 team. Then that team closed. Then he tried to rush together an effort to race FIM World Supercross. He was running out of time and that wasn't working as he had hoped. Then, when it seemed like everything was going wrong, something went right: after parting with Ken Roczen, Honda had a 450 opening in supercross. Just like that, Nichols got a supercross deal with a highly coveted factory squad. Now he's betting on himself for 2023, looking to make an impact in his rookie 450 season.

Jason Weigandt rings up Colt to learn the details, including the injury timeline, pay, home sales, training, prep, and so much more.

The Racer X Exhaust podcast is presented by Yoshimura and Leatt.

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