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 the Director of Wide Open Baja, and at another being the President of Ultra 4 Racing. On a wider scale, we talk about the current impact off-road racing and the larger motorsports scene have on each other, and what that could mean for off-road racing’s future. 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 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 suspension systems; And the affect these changes have had on race-craft. Looking forward, we talk about Larry's game plan and competition for the upcoming Mint 400, as well as what he plans on racing later this year. 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 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 achievements he is still pursuing. 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 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 extensive knowledge to help develop off-road vehicles and train special operations forces within the United States military. We discuss all this, and more. 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 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 (HRC). We also talk about the current state of Moto Racing in North America, the importance of it, and our ongoing efforts to foster Moto in the Unlimited Off Road Racing series, among other topics. 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 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, and this IS the Off-Road Racer Podcast powered by Monster Energy.