The Dirt Bike Journals

I get to sit down with Sam Bennion for this episode!  Sam is a cool dude and a dang good rider! Listen as we talk about balancing life and hobbies, saving our trails, and running into weird stuff out on the trail. Check out his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SOBchannel

This time I chat with Brandon.  He's been there, done that and has gained some wisdom along the way.  I even learned a couple catch phrases along the way...

Today we hear from Jason Bohac, the creator of Crash Hard Enduro. He shares one of his gnarliest wrecks on the freeway!  Find his Instagram page here:  https://www.instagram.com/crashhard_enduro/ Lots of cool content with Jason, be sure to check our his youtube channel and get some sweet merch!

Today I chat with Mike about his love of dirt bikes.  Also, we talk about his injuries that should get a guy down, but Mike is staying positive.  Check out his Instagram page here:  https://www.instagram.com/plushenduro/

On this episode of The Dirt Bike Journals, Rob and I talk about back packs, restyling ideas, last year's trails, and the potential demise of some of our favorite trails in the beautiful state of Utah.  Listen to this and the other episodes on Apple, Spotify and Amazon music. PLEASE subscribe... it makes me feel better. Watch the youtube version here: https://youtu.be/Z3zEWADVKJs

Today I dive just a little, into the history of Hard Enduro and Enduro racing.  I also ask a reflective question, Why are dirt bikes so addictive in the best way? Check out the link to really understand what Hard Enduro racing is all about. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WILZvYqlnbM

Matt joins me on the podcast to talk about his journey with dirt bikes.  Warning: trigger alert for Sherco riders... Check out Matt's Instagram and Youtube channel.  It's pretty cool content. https://www.instagram.com/stillcantride/

Sasha tells the story of swimming with his KTM.  Video available at this link:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/Ck0JLbJgYI2/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Today I fly solo.  Talking about hitting obstacles. What's your method? Do you stop and think, or glance and dance. Check out the video of the latest DBJ ride down in southern Utah. https://www.instagram.com/reel/CkugLTlOU2w/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Today we hear from Jonah.  He recently got high sided off his KX and got slapped onto the track...  As he explains, injury is part of the sport.. Gotta get back on...

Every now and then you meet a guy that seems to be chill, normal, quiet, subdued even... Then you ride with him and learn he's a freaking animal!  Alan has an amazing history with motorcycles and an addiction to speed.  Listen as he describes some brutal injuries sustained while going fast and pushing the limits. Find the photos on Instagram @thedirtbikejournals http://www.facebook.com/thedir...

Today we talk with Matt, a motorcycle enthusiast (to say the least).  His passion is the Yamaha TW 200.  Find his youtube channel and subscribe! Link below. https://www.youtube.com/c/MOBStreet83

Have you ever had a moment of quick panic or adrenaline?  Do you remember looking back and having a conversation with yourself about how to handle the situation?  It's amazing what goes through our brains as we assess an intense situation.  The amount of information and decisions we make are impressive.  This is a scenario in which Brennan found himself as he sailed through the air on a 110ft...

Picture the gnarliest slickrock trail...Now times that by.. 6! Just kidding, but seriously, the roughness of this trail is hard to describe.  Go look it up.  Pritchet Canyon, Moab, UT. And to break a foot miles into this canyon is unimaginable to me... Get ready to squirm a bit in this tale about flexibility where there shouldn't be.

Campfire edition!  This episode Rob and I dive into what we've done to our pair of YZ 250X dirt bikes while sitting by the campfire enjoying the desert.

This episode is all about the issues that come with buying a used dirt bike.  And of course I explain what happened when my gut said something and I ignored it.  Just me this week, talking about lessons learned when buying a dirt bike and the knowledge and benefit of having to dig in and get my hands greasy.

Have you ever had to battle addiction?  For some it is a never ending struggle, for others it can be a tough but short bout.  James shares his struggle with alcohol addiction and the ways he has learned to overcome it.  You guessed it, one of those ways is dirt bikes!  Join us today in a bare your soul edition of DBJ.  Lets get real and talk about the hard stuff-no pun intended.   EMAIL: betterver...

Monica, a track racer in California shares her story of being clotheslined off her bike in a pretty brutal way.  Find pictures of the carnage and Monica in the race on the Facebook and Instagram page.

Rob is back as a guest on this episode.  We go over the infamous 5 Miles of Hell trail.  He and I rode it with some buddies and we talk about the trail, it's obstacles and the general brutal nature of the trail. We see what happens when you get arm pump and all the fatigue that comes with this particular ride. 5 Miles of Hell is an unrelenting difficult trail.  YouTube has lots of carnage vid...

Sorry everyone…sorry. 

Some absolutely amazing terrain, scenery and good company a couple weeks ago as I rode the Hole in the Rock Road in Southern Utah.  Check out the video link below to see some of what the Mormon pioneers traversed in wagons back in 1860. This was a super fun trail I would recommend to any off road enthusiast. Be warned, it is quite rough... Hole in the Rock Road video: https://youtu.be/2DEQbD7VuPQ

The YZ 250: https://www.instagram.com/p/CVDZm4XgDur/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link This episode will list all the issues and problems found on the old 1992 WR250.  Also, Rob and I ride up the canyon in the rain and some neighborhood boys (14yrs old) decide to come along and test their skills.  They got a little more than they bargained for and basically pushed as much as they rode.  But determinatio...

Everybody has broken something out on the trail.  From a crank case to a lever, you need to have a fix ready.  Eric is the guy you want on the trail with you.  He can rig up whatever he's got and get the job done.  Eric share a few of his favorite trail hack/fixes.  Check the facebook page for pics of the hack final product. https://www.facebook.com/thedirtbikejournals/?show_switched_toast=1&...

My apologies for the long delay between episodes.  Just listen and I'll explain...

Today we break down an intense, high speed wreck.  Landyn gives us a play by play as he bit the dust and still thrashed the competition. The wreck: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CPyvgnxAcG-/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link