Gareth Bemister

The Grasstrack Banter Podcast

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An informal, fun-filled look at the wonderful world of motorcycle Grasstrack racing. With latest news, in-depth views and special guest interviews, it's your insight into the sport.

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Gareth Bemister

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Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 74- British Championships!!! 03.07.2025

Gareth is joined by Mitch and Paul to talk through a drama-filled international meeting in Zweibrucken, Germany. Ryan looks forward to competing in the British Championships this weekend. And Clare Humphreys makes her debut on the podcast, telling us all about the Sussex Super and adding her predictions to the British Championship sweepstake. We also play the exclusive TGS Remix of Simon and Finn...

Episode 73- DR Events Review 26.06.2025

Host Gareth is back with a jam-packed episode diving into all things grasstrack! We break down the results and feedback from the recent Chaddesley Grasstrack, before launching into a full review of the brilliant DR Events meeting with special guests Mark Headling, Mitch Godden, and Luke Russell. Mitch also brings us bang up to date with the European grasstrack scene, sharing insights and stories f...

Episode 72- Dalton Delight! 12.06.2025

Gareth is joined by Liam Ashcroft, fresh from a great day's racing at Dalton Grasstrack Club last Sunday as we reflect on a fantastic day for the sport. Matt Fumarola joins us to talk through an amazing sidecar competition. And we look forward to the Chaddesley Chaser this weekend and make some predictions (which we'll most likely get wrong!)

Episode 71- Euro Round-Up 11.06.2025

The grasstrack world has so much going on at the moment that we can't squeeze everything into one episode! So this is the first of 2 podcasts this week! Trevski and Simon join to talk us through a drama-filled European Semi in Saint Macaire. Then Mitch and Paul join us to talk us through another awesome win in the Netherlands.

Episode 70- A Packed Weekend! 05.06.2025

Wow, this was a busy one! Gareth is joined by Mitch, Paul, Ryan, Ben and Mark to review Frittenden's Battle of Britain. Mitch and Paul tells us all about their European adventures, and we preview a bumper weekend of grasstrack coming up.

Episode 69- Dirty Dutch, and McLovin Returns 23.05.2025

Strap in (or strap on, if you're feeling adventurous) for Episode 69 — the episode that’s longer, harder, and more action-packed than ever. We’re not just teasing — this one goes all the way. We’re joined by the dynamic duo of Mitch Godden and Paul Smith, fresh from coming first at the Dutch Championships (they really know how to perform under pressure). Simon Field also pops in, having given it h...

Episode 68- Ledbury Diary and Dutch Open Championship Predictions 15.05.2025

It's another bumper episode this week as we hear Ryan's Ledbury diary....come to an abrupt stop when due to losing his phone! We break down all of the results of an excellent Herefordshire Grand Prix before having a look at this weekend's Dutch Open at Joure where our very own Mitch Godden, Paul Smith and Simon Field will all be competing.

Episode 67- Live from La Rèole 09.05.2025

This week’s episode kicks off with Mitch and Paul, live from La Réole, just hours after clinching the French Sidecar Championship title. Then it’s over to Simon, Gareth, Ryan, and debutant Adam Hawker as they break down the action from last weekend’s Track Racing Team Tournament. We also chat with Adam about the upcoming Ledbury Herefordshire Grand Prix, taking a deep dive into the lineups and sha...

Episode 66- Zolder and Track Racing Team Tournament 01.05.2025

Gareth is joined by Mitch, Paul and Simon to discuss their participation in Zolder last weekend. Then we are joined by Ryan and Mark as we run through our predictions for the Track Racing Team Tournament this Sunday.

Episode 65- Tallington Review 25.04.2025

This week Gareth is joined by three riders from Sunday's Titans of Tallington event to break down the competition. Mitch Godden also joins to fill us in on the Dutch Grasstrack season getting started in Balkbrug.

Episode 64- Titans of Tallington Preview 18.04.2025

This week, a bumper crew discuss the season opener results at Ledbury. Despite the meeting being abandoned halfway through, there was plenty for everyone to talk about with some stand out performances. We also looked ahead to this weekend's Titans of Tallington event.

Episode 63- Live at Ledbury 13.04.2025

We are live for the opener of the year at Ledbury. Sadly it all ended when the heavens opened, but there was some terrific racing beforehand.

Episode 62- Where Did It All Begin? 11.04.2025

The season is just around the corner! Gareth, Mitch, Ryan and Simon Field discuss thoughts on last weekend's participants at the training day, and look forward to the season opener on Sunday. We all discuss our very first meeting that we all competed in and how it never seems to go to plan!

Episode 61- Practice Day Paddock Talk 06.04.2025

This week, Mitch Godden sends several very special interviews from trackside at the Herxheim Longtrack practice in Germany, whilst Mark Headling sends us chat from trackside at Swingfield. This is a really intriguing listen and a great reflection of the weekend's action.

Episode 60- Looking at Ledbury 04.04.2025

This week Gareth, Mitch, Ryan and Mark look towards the season opener at Ledbury on 13th April; The Herefordshire Grand Prix. We also take a look at the Track Racing Team Tournament squads and try to make some predictions! We also discuss the exciting plans of DR Events for this season, with them offering a two round event at Dig Dog Lane.

Episode 59- Medical Cover 27.03.2025

This week, Gareth is joined by Matt Fumarola, Mitch Godden and Ben Ilsley as they take a deep dive into medical cover at grasstrack events.

Episode 58- Looking Ahead to 2025 20.03.2025

Gareth rides solo this week as he delves into more preparations and news for the coming season. There is so much to look forward to in 2025! GTSA plans, TRTT big weekend, Titans of Tallington and all of the upcoming meetings!

Episode 57- 15 Reasons to be Excited for 2025 14.03.2025

Gareth, Mitch, Ryan, Liam and Mark all come to the table with their reasons why they are excited by the 2025 season. We cover so much ground in this one, covering a whole spectrum of subjects relating to Grasstrack racing. We discuss the latest news too.

Episode 56- The 2025 Fixtures 21.02.2025

This week we are having a good look through the 2025 fixture list. There are plenty of clubs and meetings ready to host Grasstrack this season, including several new or returning clubs for 2025. We also talk about the seeming passenger shortage and why that might be.

Episode 55- The Art of Passengering 07.02.2025

This week, Gareth, Mitch and Mark are joined by 4x British Champion passenger Paul Smith to talk about his career and also passengering a 500cc sidecar.

Episode 54- Sidecar Q and A 30.01.2025

This week Gareth is joined by Mitch, Matt and Mark as they discuss the main subjects from last weekend's ACU Forum and Mark poses some questions to the other lads about sidecars.

Episode 53- 2025 Season Shaping 23.01.2025

This week, Gareth is joined by Matt Fumarola, Ryan Ashcroft, Ben Ilsley and special guest Trevski Steward as they discuss the big news items of the week from the wonderful world of grasstrack racing!

Episode 52- Youth Championship 17.01.2025

With this week's news regarding the British Youth Championships, Gareth, Mitch, Ryan, Liam and Mark discuss what it means for the sport. We also delve into the virtual mailbox and answer some of your questions.

Episode 51- British Championship Deep Dive 10.01.2025

Gareth, Mitch and Ryan have an in-depth chat about the British Grasstrack Championships and discuss the changes being made to the 2025 British Masters.

Episode 50- New Year's Quiz Special 04.01.2025

Something a bit different this time for our 50th episode. Gareth hosts a special New Year's party quiz as all of the lads put their Grasstrack knowledge to the test whilst taking on light refreshments and getting themselves permanently banned from various clubs around the country!

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