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We are a weekly podcast that brings the biggest names in motorcycle racing right to fans. In addition to candid interviews with top names in motorcycle racing, we provide insights into the trends and trendsetters driving the motorcycle industry.

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Des Moines, IA

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We are a weekly podcast that brings the biggest names in motorcycle racing right to fans. In addition to candid interviews with top names in motorcycle racing, we provide insights into the trends and trendsetters driving the motorcycle industry.

Language:

English


Episodes

Meet Your New Hosts - Heather and Clint

3/14/2024
Pit Pass Moto begins an exciting new chapter today as we welcome your two new hosts, Heather Wilson and Clint Esposito! They are both previous guests of the show and have varying backgrounds in the motorcycling. But, their love of the sport is matched as they open the next chapter in this podcast's history. Special thanks to Dale Spangler and Dave Sulecki for their years of service to Pit Pass Moto. In the words of AC/DC, "WE SALUTE YOU!" 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. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:30:06

Fred Bramblett - Founder of Rides4Fun

2/1/2024
This week on Pit Pass Moto by Evergreen Podcasts, Dale's guest is Fred Bramblett, Founder of Rides4Fun. They host turn-key weekend getaways for motorcyclists. But first, Dale and Producer Kevin discuss the week's events - along with the "Chiefs and Swifties." 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:34:22

Kaitlyn Jacobs – 2023 WORCS Series Women's Pro Motorcycle Champion

1/25/2024
In this episode of Pit Pass Moto by Evergreen Podcasts, Host Dale Spangler and Producer Kevin discuss the retro-themed San Diego Supercross and whether they prefer the '80s or '90s fashion and music. Then we're joined by the 2023 World Offroad Championship Series (WORCS) Women's Pro Motorcycle Champion, Kaitlyn Jacobs, who shares her plans for the 2024 offroad racing season and some longer-term goals. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:32:25

Vance Barton – Therapeutic Recreational Offroad Riding Program Founder

1/18/2024
In the latest episode of Pit Pass Moto by Evergreen Podcasts, host Dale Spangler is joined by Pastor Vance Barton, Founder of the offroad day camp and therapeutic recreational riding program concept, "Every Flower Grows Through Dirt." Barton discusses his life revolving around motorcycles and motorcycle racing, then discusses his idea for a motorcycle-themed community to help troubled youth and struggling veterans. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:33:44

Clint Esposito – Freestyle Motocross Rider Turned Stand-Up Comic

1/11/2024
In the first 2024 episode of Pit Pass Moto by Evergreen Podcasts, host Dale Spangler kicks off the new year joined by former freestyle motocross rider turned Harley-Davidson stunt jumper and stand-up comedian Clint Esposito. Clint talks about his diverse background and life centered around motorcycles and how he realized at a young age that a normal 9 to 5 wasn't for him. Learn more about his path to stand-up comedy, and hear his thoughts on how standing on a stage with every eye focused on him compares to hitting a freestyle motocross ramp on a dirt bike. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:39:09

2023 Year In Review with Producer Kevin

12/21/2023
For the final 2023 episode of Pit Pass Moto by Evergreen Podcasts, show producer Kevin Skubak of Wessler Media joins Dale to discuss some memorable moments from this season's 48 episodes. A special thanks to Kevin Skubak and Vince Tornero of Wessler Media for making the show sound incredible all season, and a huge thanks to everyone who listened in 2023. If you like what we are doing, please help us grow the show by sharing your favorite episodes with your network of motorcycle enthusiast friends. We look forward to bringing you more Pit Pass Moto in 2024! 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:33:05

Heather Wilson - Founder and CEO of High Gear Success

12/14/2023
This week's guest on Pit Pass Moto by Evergreen Podcasts is Heather Wilson, founder and CEO of motorsports communication and marketing strategy company, High Gear Success. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:30:14

Mike Hurlbert - Founder, Owner of RPM Offroad Racing Team

12/7/2023
This week's guest on Pit Pass Moto by Evergreen is the founder and longtime owner of the RPM Racing Offroad Team, Mike Hurlbert. He has dedicated over 20 years to running an offroad motorcycle race team where he's accumulated over 60 national titles in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Mike explains how and why he started his race team, the highs, lows, and logistics of managing a race team, and then shares a few of his most cherished memories. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:36:02

Skyler Howes - Monster Energy Honda Factory Rally Team Racer

11/30/2023
This week's guest on Pit Pass Moto by Evergreen Podcasts is Monster Energy Honda Factory Rally Team racer Skyler Howes. As one of only five Americans to stand atop the Dakar podium, listen as Skyler discusses his final preparations and expectations coming into Dakar 2024, set for January 5 through 19 in Saudi Arabia. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:35:48

Chris Riesenberg - Founder of AirWheeliesOnly.com

11/23/2023
This week on Pit Pass Moto, Dale interviews Chris Riesenberg, Marketing Director for legendary high-performance motorcycle suspension tuning company Race Tech and Founder of AirWheeliesOnly.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. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:34:02

Dr. Jay Cavanaugh - Founder of Random Acts of Kindness Racing

11/16/2023
This week's guest on Pit Pass Moto is Dr. Jay Cavanaugh. He's the mental skills coach for Motocross, Supercross, F1, and MotoGP athletes and the Founder of Random Acts of Kindness Racing. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:38:23

Adam Dick - Founder, and Creator of DMADA Creative

11/9/2023
This week's guest on Pit Pass Moto by Evergreen is Adam Dick, entrepreneur, founder, and creator of adventure-driven goods company DMADA Creative. Adam talks about the risks, rewards, and challenges of running his business over the last eight years, where he produces hand-crafted, small-batch packs and specialty adventure goods focused on quality and attention to detail over quantity. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:27:57

Rich Maychrich - Founder of MX Sponsor, BrandEcation

11/2/2023
This week's guest on Pit Pass Moto by Evergreen Podcasts is Rich Maychrich, Founder of the online motocross sponsorship connection platform MX Sponsor and the Founder of the powersports brand and dealership training platform, BrandEcation. Hear some of Rich's story about his path in the powersports industry as he's grown his two businesses over the past 20 years. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:34:53

Brooke Stewart - Director of Operations, Team Manager for Ronnie Stewart Racing

10/26/2023
On this episode of Pit Pass Moto, Dale talks to Brooke Stewart, Director of Operations and Team Manager for Ronnie Stewart Racing. Ronnie is now entering his 16th year as a professional rider. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:31:32

Frank Vrettas - GM of the Legends and Heroes Motocross Tour

10/19/2023
This week's guest on Pit Pass Moto by Evergreen Podcasts is Frank Vrettas, General Manager of the Legends and Heroes Motocross Tour and Founder of the soon-to-be Legends and Heroes Motocross Museum, set to open sometime in 2024 in Ocotillo, California. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:26:39

Shane Doyle - Founder and CEO of CONVRG Media Digital Marketing Agency

10/12/2023
This week's guest on Pit Pass Moto by Evergreen Podcasts is Shane Doyle, Founder and CEO of CONVRG Media Digital Marketing Agency. Listen in as Shane shares his story of founding a motorsports-focused content marketing business and what it's like to work with top athletes, brands, and racing series. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:29:02

Brian Pierce - Founder of Seat Time, Purveyor of Awesome

10/5/2023
On this episode, hear from Brian Pierce, Founder of Seat Time, Purveyor of Awesome, and Entrepreneur and Founder of the Utility Can Caddy. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:36:12

Scott Lukaitis - Director of Sales and Marketing Manager for Engine Ice at Kost USA

9/28/2023
This week's guest is Scott Lukaitis, Director of Sales and Marketing Manager for Engine Ice at Kost USA and longtime powersports industry Photographer, Writer, and Content Producer. 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 and Wessler Media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:30:09

Wesley Schultz on Motorcycles and Music (Read Aloud)

9/21/2023
On this episode of Pit Pass Moto by Evergreen Podcasts, Dale shares his experience meeting Wesley Schultz of The Lumineers at a show in Bend, Oregon. Then Dale reads aloud the story he wrote back in 2020 about Wesley and how motorcycle riding has become a part of his songwriting process. MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by Moto America. See the fastest racing on two wheels; it's MotoAmerica Superbikes at New Jersey – September 22nd through the 24th – with six classes of racing, including Superbikes and the ever-popular King of the Baggers National Championship. Meet the riders in the open race paddock, or choose from available VIP and camping packages for the ultimate fan experience. It's MotoAmerica Superbikes in New Jersey – September 22nd through the 24th. Reserve your tickets and camping spot today by visiting MotoAmerica.com. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts and Wessler Media. A special thank you to Tommy Boy Halverson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:21:49

Mike Witkowski - Professional Off-Road Racer for the Phoenix Racing Honda Team

9/14/2023
This week's guest on Pit Pass Moto by Evergreen Podcasts is Mike Witkowski, professional off-road racer for the Phoenix Racing Honda Team. MotoAmerica is the OFFICIAL Sponsor of Pit Pass Moto This episode is brought to you by Moto America. See the fastest racing on two wheels; it's MotoAmerica Superbikes at New Jersey – September 22nd through the 24th – with six classes of racing, including Superbikes and the ever-popular King of the Baggers National Championship. Meet the riders in the open race paddock, or choose from available VIP and camping packages for the ultimate fan experience. It's MotoAmerica Superbikes in New Jersey – September 22nd through the 24th. Reserve your tickets and camping spot today by visiting MotoAmerica.com. Get your PPM swag at our Pit Pass Moto online store! Pit Pass Moto is a production of Evergreen Podcasts and Wessler Media. A special thank you to Tommy Boy Halverson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Duration:00:27:27