Off-Road Racer Podcast

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with Pearse Umlauf, CEO and President of Jeep Jamboree USA, a company that hosts 50+ off-road events a year, both domestically and internationally and has been instrumental in keeping the legendary Rubicon trail open for all to enjoy. Pearse and I discuss the company's history and its founder, Mark A. Smith, who was inducted into the Off-Ro...

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with off-road champion and badass Sara Price. We talk about her off-road career starting in motocross, and how her experiences in motocross set her up to excel in every other racing discipline she has done since. We then talk about her most recent accomplishment, winning a stage and finishing the Dakar rally in 4th place. Making here the fi...

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with off-road racer Dan Myers. The Myers family has been in off-road racing for decades, now spanning three generations. Dan talks about the significance of off-road racing for his family, and how they have stayed in it for so long. Dan also gives a unique perspective on the evolution of off-road from the perspective of being a second-gener...

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with game-changing off-road builder Neal Mason. Neal and I talk about his history in off-road vehicle building, starting as a self-taught fabricator, and working his way all the way up to building his Mason All-Wheel Drive truck, the most advanced racing machine platform on the planet. We discuss his drive to be constantly developing and mo...

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with Class 1 champion and businessman Mario Fuentes. Mario talks about growing up in the off-road scene in the Juarez/El Paso area, and how it has fostered his obsession of off-road racing. Mario and I then talk in depth about class 1, and the significance of a high-level buggy class, compared to the other truck classes. We also discuss Mar...

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with Jerry Zaiden, co-founder of Camburg Engineering. Camburg Engineering is an industry leader in off-road suspension systems for the consumer market, with a history of testing their products in off-road racing. Jerry and I discuss the edge Camburg has gained from their involvement in off-road, and the history of Camburg's own race program...

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I once again am joined by Jim Beaver, and we sit down with the Polaris Factory Race Team general manager, Ryan Thomas. The three of us sit down to talk about the program, some of the members/racers in the program, and their rise to one of the top premier race teams. We also discuss Ryan’s involvement in off-road before the program, at one point being...

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with 2020 ORMHOF Inductee Bob Bower. Bob has participated in nearly every facet of off-road culture, from pit volunteering to co-driving and driving, managing pit and race teams, and TV color commentary. In nearly all of the things Bob has done, he has contributed massively to the off-road culture; His most well-known accomplishment is the...

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I get to talk with recent Parker 400 Winner Larry Heidler. Larry talks about his extensive race history leading into the Pro Open UTV Class and his new Lonestar Racing build. We also discuss the evolution of Off-Road technology, such as the UTV's progression into the race-machines they are today, as well as the impressive capabilities of modern suspen...

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with two-time Dakar Rally Champion Ricky Brabec. We discuss the differences between the rally format and North American off-road racing, and the importance of American representation within rally. Ricky then shares his personal and gnarly experiences in rally over the past few years. We also discuss what lies in Ricky's future, and what ach...

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with off-road engineering genius and Off-Road Hall of Fame Inductee Tommy Morris. Tommy's career in off-road motorsports has been nothing short of incredible, spanning decades. He has been the backbone of many culture-shaping off-road programs, most notably Wide Open Baja and the PPI/Toyota Factory off-road race team. Now, he uses his exten...

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with Red Bull Athlete Mia Chapman. We talk about the Red Bull Scramble series, Mia's start in off-road at just 6 years old, and the significance of the increase of women on motorsports. I’m your host Matt Martelli, and this IS the Off-Road Racer Podcast powered by Monster Energy.

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with off-road racing champion Justin Davis. We discuss Justin's start in off-road with his father, the many classes Justin has raced, and how his history has shaped his driving style and career. I’m your host Matt Martelli, and this IS the Off-Road Racer Podcast powered by Monster Energy.

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with Baja Champion and Off-Road Hall of Fame Inductee Johnny Campbell. The main subject we discuss is the upcoming Dakar Rally, one of the longest and most brutal off-road races on the planet. Johnny talks about his extensive history with the race, and his current involvement training some of the athletes for the Honda Racing Corporation (H...

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with Honda Racing Racing Team Principal Jeff Proctor. We discuss the return of the manual transmission in UTV's, Honda's take on the trophy truck platform, and their philosophy on picking up new racers. I’m your host Matt Martelli, and this IS the Off-Road Racer Podcast powered by Monster Energy.

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with my partner and brother Josh Martelli as well as my cousin and Unlimited Off-Road Racing event director Kilian Hamlin and we discuss the coming Parker 400 race and new Unlimited Off-Road Racing Series. We shed a little light on the history of off-road racing and our future plans for Unlimited Off-Road Racing. I’m your host Matt Martelli...

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with successful Australian businessman turned off-road racer Brett Comiskey. We talk about how he got started in off-road racing in Australia and then coming to race in America, winning the UTV World Championship, and moving up to Unlimited Trophy Trucks. I’m your host Matt Martelli, and this IS the Off-Road Racer Podcast powered by Monster...

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with multi-time engine builder of the year and merchant of horsepower Kevin Kroyer. We talk about Kevin’s humble beginnings and becoming the premiere off-road drivetrain builder. I’m your host Matt Martelli, and this IS the Off-Road Racer Podcast powered by Monster Energy.

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with Filmer, Editor, Producer, Director, and Parker, Arizona native John Tuba, and talk about how he got started in media, being creative, and what motivates him to this day. I’m your host Matt Martelli, and this IS the Off-Road Racer Podcast powered by Monster Energy.

In this episode, the Off-Road Racer Podcast teams up with Jim Beaver at SEMA 2023, and sits down with Slipknot member Sid Wilson and Drummer BC Vaught. The 4 talk about Sid's participation in the UTV World Championships, Sid's vehicle collection, and some misadventures from live shows and tours.

In this episode, the Off-Road Racer Podcast teams up with Jim Beaver at SEMA 2023, and sits down with Off-Road Racer Christopher Polvoorde. The 3 discuss Chris' early start in racing, his progression through short course into desert racing, and all of the logistics and planning that go into racing the Baja 1000.

In this episode, the Off-Road Racer Podcast teams up with Jim Beaver at SEMA 2023, and sits down with Entrepreneur and vehicle Builder Chloe Yonker. Matt, Jim, and Chloe talk about vehicle culture in Texas, Chloe's start in truck building, and her plans for SEMA 2024.

In this episode of the Off-Road Racer Podcast, I sit down with young hard charger and off-road racing champion Conner McMullen. We talk about his career, what it has been like moving up the ladder to Unlimited Spec Trucks, working in the off-road industry, the comradery of off-road culture, and making memories of a lifetime. I’m your host Matt Martelli, and this IS the Off-Road Racer Podcast power...

In this episode, the Off-Road Racer Podcast teams up with Jim Beaver at SEMA 2023, and sits down with Entrepreneur and recently debuted off-road racer C. J. Faison. The three discuss C. J.'s history in other forms of racing, his recent debut at the Mint400, and getting his family involved in off-road racing.

In this episode, the Off-Road Racer Podcast teams up with Jim Beaver at SEMA 2023, and sits down with master engraving artist Hank "Hanro" Robinson. They discuss Hanro's military background, his transition into engraving, and take a peek into his creative process.