Seat Time | A Dirt Bike Podcast

Seat Time
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Seat Time creates entertaining and educational content to get your prepared for the single track, and keep you riding longer once on the bike. 

  1. Jul 3

    Ricky Russell on J Day GPs, West Hare, NORCS and Future Dad Life

    Ricky Russell “retired” from pro racing at the end of 2025 and moved back home to Washington, but he’s somehow busier – and faster – than ever. In this episode we talk about how less pressure and more fun turned into him leading J Day Off Road GPs on a used Kawasaki he bought off Nick DeFeo, then flying back West to win AMA West Hare Scrambles rounds and stack NORCS overalls on a Lynnwood Motoplex / Team Green KX450X. It’s a wild contrast: day job, new baby on the way, and still showing up to beat guys who are actually chasing championships. We get into how Ricky found his way back to the East Coast for J Day, what it’s like lining up at iconic venues like Bostwick Creek and Budds Creek, and how the viral FPV drone clips barely keep up with him through the woods. Then we talk West Coast: Timber Beast, The Great Escape in Washington, and the kind of late‑race pass on Mateo Oliveira that proves he didn’t lose anything when he stepped away from full‑time GNCC and National Enduro racing. Even with a few technical glitches, we still dive into GNCC‑style pit stops, hydration and nutrition, and what Ricky likes in his pit bottles – including when he reaches for a Coke for that last‑lap push. We wrap it up by talking about him becoming a dad, why being intentional with your time matters, and how I’m juggling my own recovery from a 50‑mile ultra and back issues while still trying to get more seat time. Utility Can Caddy: https://www.ebay.com/itm/188461696146 Enjoy #GettingSeattime & Stay #Stoked! 🤘🏻🤙🏻⚡️  Support the show

  2. May 1

    Bark Busters & Timekeepers: Enduro Evolution with 8‑Time Champ Mike Lafferty

    Eight‑time National Enduro Champion Mike Lafferty joins Brian to kick things off with old‑school timekeeping enduros, why he believes the restart format “saved” national enduro, and how NEPG‑era changes grew rider numbers and simplified the sport. They move into how reading trail shaped his speed, what GNCC taught him about real race pace, and the timekeeping tricks, route sheets, and “race within the race” details he picked up from Alan Randt, Randy Hawkins, and his dad. From there, Mike looks back on his 1997–2007 championship run, near‑miss titles decided by a single point, and the KTM years working side‑by‑side with Alan and Melissa Randt as his mechanic, agent, and de‑facto team. The conversation then shifts to bike choice and feel—why he’s always preferred 250s over 300 two‑strokes, how the KTM 400 four‑stroke changed his career, and how sprint enduro in the U.S. has helped riders better prepare for ISDE. In the final part of the episode, they dig into the evolution from full‑wrap bark busters to modern flag handguards, Mike’s philosophy on plowing through trees versus steering around them, and his new chapter as a Sherco ambassador and East Coast sales manager, including why the mid‑size four‑stroke and carb’d two‑strokes grabbed his attention after knee replacement. ------ If this conversation resonates, share it with a riding buddy who takes racing (or themselves) a little too seriously, and make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss the next Mindset of the Racer episode. Support the show Support the show

  3. Apr 21 ·  Bonus

    Did the FARM14 Two‑Day Enduro change American Enduro?

    The Farm14 National Enduro was the ANEC's first attempt at a two-day enduro format. They split up the classes between Saturday and Sunday, as well as added in a few extra tests for the A racers. In this Seat Time Podcast Roundtable, we discuss if the format worked and if the racers are looking forward to another one. The guests in this episode are Ryan Moss, Liam Capodice, and John Yantek. Ryan and Liam were Saturday racers, while John was a Sunday racer. The Seat Time Host is of course Brian Pierce. If you were at the American National Enduro Championship two-day enduro in Mississippi, what did you think of the enduro and Kevin Windam's property? Would you attend another one? Should this be the American National Enduro format for all races? What did we miss when it comes to progressing the national enduros here in America? Support the show

  4. Apr 6

    Throttle Therapy Keeps Andrew Short on the Fun Program

    In this episode of the Seat Time Podcast, Andrew Short joins me to talk about “throttle therapy” and why throwing a leg over a dirt bike can make everything else just disappear. We dig into how Enduro racing helps him reset his mind, what flow state really feels like, and why he thinks fun has to stay at the center of riding, even when the stakes are high. Andrew also breaks down his go-to FX 350 setup, how he approaches nutrition and hydration as a lifestyle, and what it is really like navigating at rally speeds with Seth Quintero when big money is on the line. We get into parenting and moto, internal versus external motivation for kids, the pressure on today’s pros, and why the lack of young riders and club volunteers genuinely worries him. If you love dirt bikes, Enduro, rally, or just need a reminder of why this sport grabs us so hard, this conversation with Andrew is a rad mix of honesty, perspective, and stoke that keeps building on the “fun program” idea we started with Ryan Sipes. ------ This is Mindset of the Racer – Episode 3, a 12‑episode 2026 series on the Seat Time podcast feed focused on the mental side of going faster, riding longer, and enjoying dirt bikes more. If this conversation resonates, share it with a riding buddy who takes racing (or themselves) a little too seriously, and make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss the next Mindset of the Racer episode. Support the show

  5. Mar 2

    Trey Canard: Injuries, Lawrence Brothers & the Motocross Mindset

    Trey Canard has broken just about everything you can on a dirt bike, retired young, and somehow found peace with it. In this conversation we talk injuries, identity, the Lawrence brothers, and what it really means to have a strong motocross mindset. We cover: Retirement and identity: going from “I’m a dirt bike racer” to “I’m a human who rides dirt bikes” without feeling empty when racing stops.Injuries, trauma, and faith: spinal cord damage, compound fractures, therapy, shame, and why he says you don’t have to be defined by what happened to you.Failure and effort: why focusing on results held him back, how he learned to focus on effort, and what he wishes someone had told him earlier.Working with HRC & the Lawrences: what he’s learning from Jett, Hunter, Chance and Joe about failure, persistence, and playing the long game.The “complete athlete”: why cookie‑cutter programs, short‑term thinking, and “you’re only as good as your last race” are hurting riders.If you’ve ever been hurt, burnt out, or felt like results are the only thing that matter, this episode is for you. ------ This is Mindset of the Racer – Episode 3, a 12‑episode 2026 series on the Seat Time podcast feed focused on the mental side of going faster, riding longer, and enjoying dirt bikes more. If this conversation resonates, share it with a riding buddy who takes racing (or themselves) a little too seriously, and make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss the next Mindset of the Racer episode. Sponsor Links: BikeGraphix: Fully Custom Bike Graphics, 15% off w/ code seat15.Two Sponsor Spots Left (Please reach out)Episode Links: Trey Canard TedTalkSupport the show

  6. Feb 2

    The Dirt Bike Training You’re Missing | Alex Martin – Troll Training

    Most racers try to fix their problems by just riding more, swapping parts, or blaming “arm pump,” but never really look at their weakest links. In this episode of Seat Time, former factory pro and Troll Training coach Alex Martin breaks down why your real gains probably aren’t on the track, and how to build the aerobic base, strength, and fueling habits that actually move the needle on race day. We dig into: Why the “ride more” mentality holds most riders back and how periodizing your year (strength, cardio, sprint, technique phases) unlocks real progress.How to honestly identify weaknesses you’ve been avoiding (starts, sprint speed, technique, fitness) and bake them into your weekly routine without killing the fun.Trusting the bike: understanding setup limits, making smart changes, and taking responsibility instead of blaming suspension, engines, or frames.Arm pump fixes that go beyond gimmicks: strength, aerobic fitness, technique, bike setup, and the mental side of pushing past your usual practice intensity.Alex’s “big 5” strength moves for riders (deadlifts, single‑leg work, squats, and key upper‑body presses) and why dumbbells often beat machines.Using wearables (Whoop, Oura, Garmin) and blood work the right way—getting helpful data without letting HRV scores or recovery numbers wreck your head.Practical race‑day and training‑day nutrition: carbs per hour, sodium, training your gut, and simple rules so normal humans can fuel like serious racers.Why investing in quality food, sleep, and long‑term health is one of the most underrated performance upgrades in dirt biking.This is Mindset of the Racer – Episode 2, a 12‑episode 2026 series on the Seat Time podcast feed focused on the mental side of going faster, riding longer, and enjoying dirt bikes more. If this conversation resonates, share it with a riding buddy who takes racing (or themselves) a little too seriously, and make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss the next Mindset of the Racer episode. Sponsor Links: Koch Consulting Firm - Claim Consultants and a Licensed Public AdjusterTwo Sponsor Spots Left (Please reach out)Episode Links: The Ride More MentalityTroll TrainingSeat Time exists to keep you stoked on two wheels! We create entertaining and educational content to get your prepared for the single track, and keep you riding longer once on the bike.🤘🏻🤙🏻⚡️  Support the show

  7. Jan 22 ·  Bonus

    The Secret Hard Enduro Suspension Setup?! KOM Preview

    Tyler Baumann is the younger brother to Mathew Baumann, and it sounds like they have an awesome 2026 lined up. Tyler shares how they plan to tackle the 2026 US Hard Enduro Series, as well as a few hard enduro suspension setups tricks I hadn’t heard before. We look forward to seeing which brother comes out on top in Johnson Valley. These King of the Motos preview interviews are to try and build hype around the 2026 King of the Motos and the US Hard Enduro Series. Share with your riding buddies so they can enjoy the good times while listening or watching.  Sponsor Links: Motorcycles & CoffeeSeat Time exists to keep you stoked on two wheels! We create entertaining and educational content to get your prepared for the single track, and keep you riding longer once on the bike.🤘🏻🤙🏻⚡️  Support the show

  8. Jan 22 ·  Bonus

    Moto Madness GPS Training to the PRO class - King of the Motos Preview

    Tobin Miller is an up and coming young hard enduro racer. He’s excited for the support from Championship Brick Racing for the 2026 US HArd Enduro season. With GPS training out of the way from last years Moto Madness, he’s ready to take on the terrain that Johnson Valley has to offer.  These King of the Motos preview interviews are to try and build hype around the 2026 King of the Motos and the US Hard Enduro Series. Share with your riding buddies so they can enjoy the good times while listening or watching.  Sponsor Links: Motorcycles & CoffeeSeat Time exists to keep you stoked on two wheels! We create entertaining and educational content to get your prepared for the single track, and keep you riding longer once on the bike.🤘🏻🤙🏻⚡️ Support the show

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Seat Time creates entertaining and educational content to get your prepared for the single track, and keep you riding longer once on the bike. 

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  • Creator
    Seat Time
  • Years Active
    2011 - 2026
  • Episodes
    315
  • Rating
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