Shred MX Shop Talk

Episode 19: RACE RECAP - Ironman: Loretta Lynns Mid-East Regional

This week, we're recapping our wild weekend at Ironman—including the good, the gritty, and the downright frustrating.
From bike problems to unpredictable motos, we’re talking about how racing doesn’t always go to plan and what to do when things go sideways. Plus, we’re sharing behind-the-scenes stories, standout moments, and the overall vibe from one of the gnarliest rounds of the season.
Whether you were there or just love a good race recap, you’ll want to tune in for this one.
🎙 Hit play, laugh with us, learn from the chaos—and remember why we keep showing up every weekend.
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Episode 18: FULL SEND, Full Time: Our RV Life Begins!

Listen in as Phil and I discuss the reason behind selling our house and the transition into full time RV life. While most people say we are living the dream, and we sure are, there are plenty of challenges (and adventures) that have come along with this decision! 

Episode 17: GUEST SERIES - Daniel Blair on Supercross University

We had the pleasure of speaking with Danial Blair to talk about his Supercross University program and what he's doing to help riders. Phil and Daniel had similar experiences in the transition from amateur to pro in moto, which made for a great conversation! If you are or have a rider who is looking to make it to a pro level, take a listen and reach out to Daniel! 

Episode 16: RACE RECAP - Summit Indoors MX Rd 1

Phil and Ashlee discuss racing at round 1 of the Summit Indoor MX series including good battles, swapping suspension, 450 vs 250 indoors, and being older and wiser when it comes to racing. This is a quick one - tune in and enjoy! 

Episode 15: RACE RECAP - Route 62 Indoor State Championship

Phil and I raced the State Championship round at Route 62 Indoor on December 8th. We talk about the race itself, indoor riding, making progress and general racing mindset. PLUS we discuss the takeout that was put on Phil while he was leading the Open A main! 

Episode 14: TECH TIPS - Stretching and Mobility for Motocross

Another Tech Tip coming at you! Phil and Ashlee discuss the importance of stretching in Motocross, what to do before you ride as a warm up and what your stretching should look like after. We also discuss some popular tools including foam rollers and massage guns, and how stretching helps prevent injuries. Turn it up and enjoy! 

Episode 13: TECH TIPS - Cardio for Motocross

Tech Tips are short podcasts with info regarding riding, fitness & nutrition as it relates to motocross. These are meant to provide you with bite sized pieces of information that you can apply to your own moto lifestyle! 
In this episode we talk about Cardio for motocross, including why that's not the only thing you should be doing for training, different energy systems our body uses, how to train each and why it even matters. 
This one is short and sweet - give it a listen and let us know if you'd like to hear more! 

Episode 12: RACE RECAP - WMX Rounds, Pro Ams, Chasing points & Embracing the SUCK

We discuss our recent races at Red Bud Vet Fest, Ironman Pro National, Baja Brawl, and Doublin Gap. From our finishes, struggles, misadventures and areas we felt we excelled, our moto travels are never lacking entertainment! 
 
We also dive into Phil’s decision to go after his Pro License at 36 years old, how NOT to get deterred from one race and Embracing the Suck of not doing as well as you want. 
 
Finishing off with some updates for Shred MX, this is one you don’t want to miss! 

Episode 11: RACE RECAP - 2024 Loretta Lynns Amateur National & Pax Trax Summer Camp

In this episode we chat about our experience racing the 2024 Loretta Lynn's Amateur National, including motos, heat exhaustion, learning the track, first turn crashes, the event overall, and a whole lot more in between! 
I raced the WMX class with Kyleigh Stallings, Jordan Jarvis, Lachlan Turner, and many other fast women! Phil competed in Vet 30+ Sportsman and Junior 25+ classes alongside Brandon Haas, Broc Peterson, Jlaw, Jacob Hayes, Jeff Gibson, and a whole slew of other fast old guys.
We also discussed the Summer Camp we attended as coaches at Pax Trax before we went to Tennessee as a kick off to our 3 week adventure-cation. Tune in and enjoy! 
 

Episode 10: TECH TIPS - First Lap Intensity & Why Carbs Matter in Moto

This is a NEW series we are recording called Tech Tips, which include tips related to riding, fitness, and nutrition as it relates to Moto. These are meant to be short podcasts offering bite sized pieces of information that you can apply to your own moto lifestyle! 
In this episode we talk about first lap intensity in a race, as opposed to riding timid while you check out lines and jump faces, how to maintain that intensity throughout the entire moto, and how carbohydrates are essential to that sustained intensity.