Off the Groove

In this week's episode we catch up with Richmond, VA native Mike Turner. Though this guy has recently come on the scene, he's no stranger to the sport of flat track. Hear how this guy growing up racing with Rusty Rogers ended up owning and operating a 3-rider powerhouse of a team in the AFT Singles class. Look forward to seeing how these boys in red go in 2021!

In this week's episode, we unpack the news dropped last week regarding a big partnership for a team competing in the AFT Singles class. There is a lot to unpack here, but we get all parties on the line to better understand how it all came to be. It's awesome to see this come together, not only for Dave & Rhonda to come out of "retirement", but for motorcycle racing in Canada and the sport of flat track in general!

For this week’s episode, we bring you our second installment of awesome mothers/wives of flat track and talk to Dee Dee Kopp & Kristin Daniels. These two mothers are not only married to formal national number holders, but have sons who are already setting the flat frack world on fire! This episode hits ya right in the gut with some good ole flat track family feels!

Episode 168 - Jim Terchila & Danny Eslick by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter

This week’s episode, while a couple days late, is well worth the wait!!! We catch up with “The Wizard” Jeffrey Carver, talking 2020, what he’s been up to since Daytona, and his unfiltered thoughts at the start of 2021.

What would Christmas be without Off the Groove?!? This week's episode is special for two reasons. The first, because ITS CHRISTMAS! and the second, because we're talking to some of the most important people in the community...the wives and mothers! This is the first of several installments of conversations with the ladies you rarely hear from, but all play a HUGE role in any racers success. First up, Nichole Mees & Amber Texter!

In this week's episode, we catch up with Tony Romo from Dunlop and talk tires and testing. We talk through the new tire used in 2020, what led to the idea to test, and more details about the test itself. Great chat, with a great guy about some really cool things happening in our sport.

Before there was Briar & Bronson, there was Ronnie and David Jones. Before Ronnie and David Jones, there was Gary and Hank Scott. In this week's episode, we catch up with one old school mile-master, Hank Scott. We tap into one of the greatest memory banks in all of flat track as he walks us through his first wins, fun conversations with rookie riders, the profession he found after hanging up the steal show. This one is an instant classic that both old school and new school fans can both enjoy!

Scottie pulls one over on Carter and tricks him into being this week's guest. For the three of you out there who have ever wondered where the hell this guy came from, this episode is just for you! From doing slapstick comedy shows as a summer job while in college, to overseeing the operational side of NASCAR's International broadcasts for 7+ years, hear all about the career path that led this dude to the wonderful world of two-wheel motorcycle racing!

In this week's episode, we catch up with Terry Vance! You know him as a driving force behind Vance & Hines, the company that has been making machines go faster for over 30+ years, but little know about his own success on two-wheels! Great insight into one of the hottest topics this off-season, you won't want to miss this one!

This week's episode is a special one. After two epic episodes back-to-back, we kind of put ourselves in a tough spot. How do you top guests like Bill Werner and Mert Lawwill?!? There was only one guest who could top those legend...GRAM! The one and only Kathy Deubler joins us for a look back on the 2020 racing season. This women is like a fine wine, and her love for this sport and the people involved in infectious!

In this week’s episode, we talk with one of the most famous motorcycle riders in history, Mert Lawwill! Yes, you read that correctly, THE Mert Lawwill tells us how a little Corgi motorcycle started his two-wheel obsession, which led him to become of go the biggest names not only in flat track, but every motorcycle discipline known to man. He also talk about his life after racing, as a fabricator of motorcycles, mountain bikes, and prosthetics! 80+ years old and NO CHANCE of slowing down anytime soon, this guy is the epitome of the work LEGEND!

In this week's episode, we talk to one of the biggest names in the history of the sport, legendary tuner Bill Werner. A man who tells us his life has "been shaped by a series of random events," Bill shares how he went from accepting an entry level position with the Factory Harley-Davidson race team, to running the entire race program! This one is an instant classic! See why it has quickly become Scottie's new favorite episode!

In this week’s episode, we dive into one of the best storylines of the 2020 season, Royal Enfield. Breeann Poland and our ole pal Johnny Lewis take us through what brought this amazing team together, all the adversities they faced their first year of competition and development of their twin motorcycle, as well as what the future holds for the newest brand to enter into the series. With other projects like the “Build, Train, Race” program and Slide Schools across the globe, it seems these two don’t have any plans to be slowing down anytime soon, and I think we’re all ok with that!

In this week’s episode, we’re talking Harley-Davidson Motorcycles! We put in a quick call to catch up with Jarod Vanderkooi to hear about his solid race weekend in Daytona, then switch gears from talking XG’s to talking about one of the greatest flat track motorcycles ever made...the XR-750. Our favorite filmmaker Evan Senn gives us an inside look on his latest project. Hear all about the movie everyone will be talking about later this off-season!

In this week's episode, we catch up with newly crowned 2020 AFT Singles, Dallas Daniels. We recap each race weekend and get to hear his perspective and insights on his historic 2020 season that still is not even over yet! Plus, you won't want to miss what he's got planned this offseason!

Episode 155 - Riki Rachtman by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter

In this week's episode, we just HAD to catch up with Bugs after his success in Dallas. Hear Pearson's take on what happen and what the future holds for this Illinois native.

In this week's episode, we chat with young gun Trent Lowe. In his second full season of running as a pro, Trent is improving race after race and has a ton of momentum heading into Texas. Catch up with the kid and prepare for the showdown in the Lone Star (makes me want some Beef Jerky)state!

In this week’s episode, we chat with former Singles Champion, Dan Bromley. Hear all about his family’s deep roots in racing and his thoughts on last weekend’s races from Williams Grove.

Quick turn-around this week following the long Labor Day weekend. We put in calls to one rider from each of the classes. Hear from Trevor Brunner, Ben Lowe, and Jake Johnson. Yes, we said Jake Johnson! A great recap of the weekend that was Springfield and the weekend ahead out at Williams Grove.

In this week's episode, we catch up with Jackie Mitchell. 60+ years young and this guy is still getting after it racing Bultacos. Hear how he got into motorcycle as a first generation rider, how he was able to still be competitive in other aspects of life after leaving racing, and hist thoughts on the current state of the sport.

In this week’s episode, we recap rounds 3 & 4 from Indy, then make a long distance call to the UK for a chat with the baddest lady on that side of the pond, Hooligan racer Leah Tokelove!

Another example of great people doing awesome things for the flat track community. In this week's episode, we chat with Erik Hartley. A hooligan racer and former veteran, Erik recently started a non-profit to help others who have served and struggling with PTSD. Hear his own story as well as others he's helping find meaning through the sport of flat track.

Episode 147 - Brandon Kitchen by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter

Episode 146 - Cameron Smith by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter

Bonus episode this weekend, as we put in a call to Jason Baffrey to talk about the Xtreem Flat Track Series and their upcoming events in Sturgis. Great conversation for any Sunday Fun-Day!

In this week's episode, we catch up with the 2020 Nicky Hayden Horizon Award winner, Kody Kopp. He may not be able to drive a car alone, but this kid is racing and beating some of the best in our sport before even going pro! From the story of passing his father on track for the first time, to what he plans to do after retiring from flat track, we cover it all!

In this week's episode, Scottie & Brad "The Bullet" Baker recap last weekend's events from Volusia. Hear the latest on Brad's 4-wheel adventures, his thoughts on the start of the 2020 AFT season, and what we can expect to see in the months ahead.

In this week’s episode, we welcome ol’ 7-time himself, Chris Carr. Hear what brought him into the sport, thoughts on the various positions he’s held, and hear Scottie & Carr talk some dirt track just before we finally kick off the 2020 season!

We continue interviews with the 2020 CTR Amateur Team. In this episode, we catch up with Adam Costan, Travis Horn, Ryder Reese, & Chase Saathoff.

This week, we talk to 8 riders, across two episodes. The 2020 CTR Amateur team was announced earlier this week and we're bringing each and every one of them to you just before the 2020 Flat Track Grand Championships! Hear from young guns Brody Hansen, Evan Renshaw, Logan McGrane, & Aidan Brown.

In this week’s episode, we catch up with the legend behind the lens, Thunder. If you’ve watched a flat track video in the past decade, there is a good chance this guy had something to do with it. Hear what drew him into the sport, how his role has evolved over the years, and what keeps him coming back year after year.

In this week's episode, we catch up former national #26, Brandan Bergen. This dude has been traveling the country with team Estenson, racing local events across the country in preparation for the start of the 2020 season. Hear what they've learned and get his thoughts on some of the newer venues on the calendar later this year.

In this week’s episode, we catch up with the “Freak of Nature” himself, Kevin Stollings. Hear how he got into motorcycle racing, his successful amateur career, and what he and his team have been doing to prepare for the start of the 2020 season

This week, we catch up with the Flat Track FITE Klub Champion himself, Jared Mees. Hear all about his take on the event, his thoughts on the competition, and plans to defend the FITE Klub title. Oh, and we also talk through the 2020 schedule and somehow convince him to call Kenny Tolbert on 3-way!

In this week’s episode, we welcome back “Lightning” Jason Griffin to the show. He may not be racing Grand National events anymore, but this guy hasn’t slowed down one bit. Hear all about what he is doing with RSD Super Hooligans, Shriner’s Hospital, & how he’s helping riders stay safe with some new protective gear.

In this week's episode, we catch up with big names in racing and motorcycles in general. Terry Rymer and former champions Chris Carr and Sammy Halbert join us for a round-table discussion about their Flat Track Fite Klub event next month. Hear how this all got started, what riders are involved and BREAKING NEWS!! Round 1 match-ups are revealed...you won't want to miss this one!

In this week's episode, we catch up with a guy thats been spinning wrenches for decades, Rick Canode. This guy has been around motorcycles his entire life and even raced a little himself back in the day. Hear what drew him back to the sport, how he connected with Robbie Pearson and the rest of the RJ Performance Super Twins team, and much more!

There was simply no other option than Jesse Janisch for our 132nd episode. Just so happens, Jesse also has some very interesting news regarding the much anticipated 2020 racing season. Hear what he's been up to since the end of 2019 season, whats in store for 2020, and details on one tour you will not want to miss!

In this week's episode, we put in a quick call to the first ever Flat Track eRacing champion, Caleb Vick. We also caught up with Johnny Lewis during his 22 hour drive up to Wisconsin to visit the S&S crew. Hear how quarantine life is treating the Lewis family, what exciting new projects JL10 is working on, and more about another upcoming flat track event later this month!

Episode 130 - Guenther & Robby Bobby by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter

In this week's episode, we catch up with two rookie AFT Singles riders, Trevor Brunner & Aidan Roosevans. These two kids have a ton of character and strong amateur stats to boot. Get to know these two before they hit the track for their first Grand National event.

In this week's episode, we catch up with Oklahoma's very own, Ronnie Jones. This guy has literally seen the sport we love from every aspect and has enough flat track experience and stories to fill 10 lifetimes. Hear how he initially caught the racing bug, stories of him racing with his favorite flat tracker and brother David, and his hopes for the future of the sport we all love.

In this week's episode, we catch up with Dustin Paul. A flat tracker who won rookie of the year last season racing on ice indoors. He's also the guy who started the new flat track eRacing series helping flat trackers get their racing fix during this global pandemic. We also catch up with Bryan Smith to get his thoughts on last week's interview with Howerton and give his two cents on comments Jared Mees made on Tank Slappin' Podcast a week ago.

In this week's episode, we catch up with one of the best tuners in the game, Ricky Howerton. Hear him describe the first time he met Bryan Smith, the conversation they had on the victory lap after winning their first mile, and so much more. We've been wanting to chat with this dude for a while and he definitely did not disappoint!

In this week's episode, we head across the pond to check in on our DTRA buddy, Anthony Brown. Hear his thoughts on their 2019 season, insight on new flat track series hopefully starting up later this year, and an update from Derek Brindley, Oliver's dad.

We're back after a series of rainouts and postponements with a new episode! With everything going on in the world, we thought it would be good to check in with some friends and family this week. We give Scottie's ole pal Stoney a call to introduce him to the OTG fam and then call everyone's favorite Gram to wish her a happy 29th birthday. A welcomed break from quarantine and one you definitely won't want to miss!

Corona or no Corona, we can’t let a Friday pass by without a new episode of Off the Groove! Last week we caught up with these three to get their thoughts headed into Daytona. A lot has happened since then, but let’s forget about all that for an hour. Let us take you back when everyone was stoked to head south for the start of the 2020 season...enjoy!

Episode 122 - Dallas, Cory, & Bryan by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter