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Minibikin' Ain't Eazy episodes
- Episode 8: Of GoKartGods and Men w/ Eric (@GoKartGod)
During Pate Swap Meet 2023, the heavens opened up, and we were graced by a visit from THE GoKartGod, Eric. He enlightened us on the following topics:
- How does he explain his success?
- Why he wants to make go-karts affordable for everyone.
- What did he do before his GoKart ascension?
- What projects does he have coming down the pipeline?
- What’s the best advice he’s ever received?
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This Episode's Links
Our Website
GPS180 2022 Video
GPS180 2023 Entry
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Upcoming Events
GPS180 2023 - Saturday, November 11th, 2023 @ 10am
1 hr 4 min - Episode 7: C&C YouTube Factory w/ John Inzerillo (from Cars and Cameras)
This week we take a trip to Pate Swap Meet 2023, and have our friend and YouTube royalty John Inzerillo in the hot seat. He raps with us about:
- The start of CarsandCameras (it wasn’t always go-karts and minibikes).
- Which is more popular on YouTube: Minibike or Go-Kart content?
- What’s his favorite (and least favorite) project they’ve worked on?
- His hot takes on the eternal question: pie or cake? The answer may surprise you.
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Our Website
GPS180 2022 Video
Pull Start Picnic
Temple Harley Drags
GPS180 2023 Entry - Saturday, November 11th, 2023 @ 10am
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Upcoming Events
Race of Honor (Temple, TX) - May 19-21, 2023
Pull Start Picnic (Fort Worth, TX) - May 20, 2023
1 hr 7 min - Episode 6: Paul’s To The Wall (w/ Paul Crafton)
This week we have Engine Builder Extraordinaire Paul Crafton stop by to share his origin story (hint: he was bit by a radioactive engine) and talk with us about:
- How he got into dirt oval racing, and why he still works on engines for racers.
- How “Stock” is Stock Racing?
- The love and time he pours into every engine.
- Why you should ALWAYS wear a helmet.
P.S.: Congrats to the Craftons, and welcome to their new baby!
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Our Website
GPS180 2022 Video
Pull Start Picnic
Raffle Bike #10
GPS180 2023 Entry - Saturday, November 11th, 2023 @ 10am
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Upcoming Events
Race of Honor (Temple, TX) - May 19-21, 2023
Pull Start Picnic (Fort Worth, TX) - May 20, 2023
1 hr 7 min - Episode 5: It's All About Family (w/ Dave Merrell)
Episode 5: It’s All About Family (w/ Dave Merrell)
GoPowerSports Co-owner, Veteran, Amateur Golfer, and Jason's Dad, Dave Merrell, sat down to talk with us about how he went from Air Force NCO to GoKart entrepreneur. Themes explored in this episode include:
- Fostering independence and initiative in your employees and children.
- Memories from his days at Rockwood GoKart Track.
- Thoughts on the relationships between American and Chinese businesses.
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This Episode's Links
Our Website
Pate Swap Meet
Pull Start Picnic
Temple Harley Drags
GPS180 2023 Entry - Saturday, November 11th, 2023 @ 10am
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Upcoming Events
Pate Swap Meet (Fort Worth, TX) - April 27-29, 2023
Race of Honor (Temple, TX) - May 19-21, 2023
Pull Start Picnic (Fort Worth, TX) - May 20, 2023
59 min - Episode 4: I Love the Smell of Nitrous in the Evening (w/ Jebb Trione)
Jebb Trione from Temple Harley Drags stops by the studio to share some hard-won wisdom from the track. Themes explored in this episode:
- The support and camaraderie found in the drag racing community.
- The importance of supporting younger and first-time riders who are interested in the sport.
- How minibike drag racing is a gateway hobby for all sorts of automotive and mechanical pursuits.
- Why you need to come and check out the sights, sounds, and smells of a nitro-burning drag race!
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This Episode's Links
Our Website
GPS180 2022 Video
Pate Swap Meet
Pull Start Picnic
Temple Harley Drags
GPS180 2023 Entry - Saturday, November 11th, 2023 @ 10am
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Upcoming Events
Pate Swap Meet (Fort Worth, TX) - April 27-29, 2023
Race of Honor (Temple, TX) - May 19-21, 2023
Pull Start Picnic (Fort Worth, TX) - May 20, 2023
55 min - Episode 3: Evan's Essence (with Evan Speir)
We sit down with salesman extraordinaire Evan Speir to rap about how he got started with minibikes, why he loves vintage Hornets, and what he’s got in the works for the Pull Start Picnic.
Also, learn about how fishing and working on minibikes relate in his life and why you better keep your vintage bikes vintage (or else!).
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This Episode's Links
Our Website
GPS180 2022 Video
Pate Swap Meet
Pull Start Picnic
GPS180 2023 Entry - Saturday, November 11th, 2023 @ 10am
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Upcoming Events
Pate Swap Meet (Fort Worth, TX) - April 27-29, 2023
Race of Honor (Temple, TX) - May 19-21, 2023
Pull Start Picnic (Fort Worth, TX) - May 20, 2023
57 min - Episode 2: Rushing AND Dragging (with Jimmy "Flacco" Hall)
Episode 2: Rushing and Dragging (with Jimmy “Flacco” Hall)
In our second episode, we chat with drag racer/salesman/welder Jimmy Hall (known to most as “Flacco”).
He discusses why minibike drag racing is his passion, how he preps before races, and gives us a sneak peak at the Drag Lil’ Rascal (Dragscal) he and Taylor are building.
We’ll also explore why the drag racing community is so welcoming and inclusive, how to grow your passion into your career, and what Stu Pickles has to do with Flacco’s life philosophy.
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This Episode's Links
Our Website
GPS180 2022 Video
GPS180 2023 Entry - Saturday, November 11th, 2023 @ 10am
Follow our guest at:
@fast_by_flacco on Instagram
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Upcoming Events
Lime 100 (Mannsville, OK) - March 04, 2023
Pate Swap Meet (Fort Worth, TX) - April 27-29, 2023
Race of Honor (Temple, TX) - May 19-21, 2023
Pull Start Picnic (Fort Worth, TX) - May 20, 2023
1 hr 3 min - Episode 1: Of Minibikes and Shared History (with Taylor Yochum)
Episode 1: Of Minibikes and Shared History (with Taylor Yochum)
Welcome to the first episode of the GoPowerSports Podcast "Minibikin' Ain't Eazy!" In this inaugural episode, host Jason Merrell discusses minibikes and the history of GoPowerSports with R&D Lead Taylor Yochum.
They also explore growing up around small-motor vehicles, their shared love of all things fast, and some upcoming product releases and events fans can look forward to.
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This Episode's Links
Our Website
GPS180 2022 Video
Starbird Rod & Custom Show
GPS180 2023 Entry - Saturday, November 11th, 2023 @ 10am
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1 hr 2 min
About Minibikin' Ain't Eazy
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The Official GoPowerSports Podcast where we talk about Minibikes, Go-Karts, and anything Powersports related.