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Adventure riding is about more than dirt roads, gravel routes and challenging terrain. It’s about the people you meet along the way. In this episode, host Heather Wilson Schiltz talks with Kane Wagner, owner of Appalachian ADV and host of the Appalachian ADV Community Podcast.

Kane shares the story behind the Fool’s Ride, how it has grown from a small gathering into Appalachian ADV’s flagship event and why he wants his rides to feel more like a reunion than just another motorcycle event. He also talks about building routes, managing permits, creating safety plans, leading clinics and helping riders gain confidence on adventure and dual sport bikes.

From community-building and coaching to calculated risk and the phrase “Have fun. Take chances”, this conversation gives a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to create meaningful riding experiences.

🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• How the Fool’s Ride grew from a small early-season event into a 150+ rider gathering
• Why unpredictable spring weather is part of the challenge and appeal
• What riders can expect from Appalachian ADV events, clinics and guided rides
• The behind-the-scenes work involved in scouting routes, permits, insurance and safety planning
• How Kane approaches coaching riders from different backgrounds and skill levels
• Why community is at the center of Appalachian ADV
• The story behind the phrase, “Have fun. Take chances.”
• Where riders can connect with Appalachian ADV and follow upcoming events

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From watching Supercross on TV to standing on top of the podium at Loretta Lynn’s MX, Carter Gray is already building a serious motocross résumé at just 13 years old. In this episode, host Heather Wilson Schiltz talks with Carter about how he got started in racing, what it felt like to finally win at Loretta’s after years of chasing that goal, and the work that happens behind the scenes to compete at a high level.

They also talk about racing for Team USA in France, learning how to stay calm under pressure and the role his coach and training program have played in his success. Plus, he provides insight into what recovery looks like after a back injury. Carter also shares what he enjoys outside of racing and which pros he looks up to.

🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• How Carter got his start in riding and racing
• What it meant to win Loretta Lynn’s (AMA Amatuer National Motocross Championship) with his family waiting at the finish line
• His experience racing for Team USA in France and how different that track felt
• Why breathing and staying calm are such a big part of how he races smart
• What fans do not always see about the training and work behind the big moments
• How Driven MX and his support system have helped shape him as a racer
• What recovery looks like after breaking his back and having surgery
• The goals keeping him motivated as he works to get back on the bike
• Why Jett Lawrence and Eli Tomac are two riders he studies closely
• What Carter likes to do when he is not racing, from golf to basketball

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Grant Harlan has built a professional racing career through persistence, adaptability and a deep understanding of what it takes to keep showing up. In this episode, host Heather Wilson Schiltz talks with Grant about his path from amateur racing to Supercross and Pro Motocross, what life looks like as a privateer racer and how he manages the mental and physical demands of competition.

They also talk about bike setup, suspension, recovery from injury, and the behind-the-scenes reality of making a racing program work with limited resources. Grant also shares how his perspective on success has evolved and why seeing Supercross in person gives fans a completely different appreciation for the sport.

🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• How Grant went from riding in Hawaii to chasing a professional racing career
• What it’s really like living the privateer lifestyle in Supercross
• Why suspension setup matters so much, especially in Supercross
• How Grant manages confidence swings, bad weekends and long recoveries
• What success looks like for him now compared to earlier in his career
• Why he considers himself an outdoor motocross guy at heart
• What fans may not realize about the work it takes to keep a team going
• A look at what Grant enjoys outside of racing, including time around horses

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Larry Lawrence has spent decades documenting the people, moments and milestones that shaped motorcycle racing in the United States. In this episode, host Heather Wilson Schiltz talks with the longtime journalist, historian and RiderFiles.com owner about preserving the sport’s past, the challenges of keeping records accessible, and why so much of racing history is still at risk of being lost.

They also dig into the evolution of media, the value of physical archives, and Larry’s newly released book: The Immortals of American Motocross.

🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• How Larry’s work writing AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame bios launched his deep dive into motorcycle history
• Why Rider Files started with digitizing Larry's own race photos and grew into a much bigger archive project
• What it takes to identify and organize decades of racing images and why social media has helped fill in missing details
• How race coverage changed from print deadlines and airport film handoffs to today’s nonstop digital cycle
• The difference between feeding the content machine and creating journalism that lasts
• Why Larry believes more motorcycle racing history needs to be preserved before it disappears
• How local and regional racing communities can start documenting their own history
• The challenge of ranking motocross legends for his new book: The Immortals of American Motocross

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From early memories of seeing a turquoise and white Harley-Davidson as a child to hosting more than 465 episodes of Motorcycle Men Podcast, Ted Kettler has built a life around motorcycles, storytelling and staying curious.

In this episode, host Heather Wilson Schiltz talks with Ted about his connection to Harley-Davidson, what he has learned through podcasting and why he decided to write The Road Most Traveled.

They also talk about the challenges of booking podcast guests, what makes an interview work, and why documenting an interstate motorcycle trip felt worth turning into a book.

🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Buying his first bike while serving in Guantanamo Bay
• The story behind working 18 months in exchange for a Harley-Davidson Sportster
• What inspired him to start Motorcycle Men Podcast
• Lessons learned from recording more than 465 podcast episodes
• How his ride from New Jersey to the Florida Keys became The Road Most Traveled

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Instead of host Heather Wilson Schiltz interviewing a guest on Momentum: A Motorsports Podcast, she joins The Visible CEO Crissy Conner on The Visibility Impact Show for a conversation centered on motorsports event organizers.

They dig into why great events still struggle, where marketing and operations often fall apart, and what organizers can do to build more sustainable, memorable events. From branding and budgeting to surveys, staffing, photography and implementation, this episode gives event organizers a practical look at how stronger systems and better visibility can support long-term success.

🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• The common issues Heather sees when motorsports events are struggling to survive
• How outdated pricing and lack of budgeting can hurt event sustainability
• What poor branding looks like and why memorable event identity matters
• Heather’s four-step process for evaluating, planning, implementing and assessing an event
• Why post-event surveys are a most valuable tool that organizers can use
• How testimonials and participant feedback can strengthen future marketing
• Why trust matters when event organizers are deciding whether to invest in outside help
• The difference between strategy and implementation and why both matter
• Why marketing and operations work best as part of a full ecosystem, not in isolation

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Backcountry Discovery Routes has become one of the most recognizable names in adventure riding, but behind every route is years of planning, volunteer efforts and a bigger mission tied to access, education and community.

In this episode, host Heather Wilson Schiltz talks with Inna Thorn, Executive Director and VP of the Backcountry Discovery Routes Board, and Tim James, Board President and Creative Director, about how BDR grew from one route into a nationwide network of backcountry motorcycle adventures. They also share how routes are developed, how the films and dealer screenings help grow the sport and why protecting public lands is a critical part of the organization’s future.

🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• How Backcountry Discovery Routes got started in 2010
• The difference between a traditional cross-state BDR and a shorter BDR-X loop
• What goes into route development, from early map research to final filming expeditions
• How riders can download GPS tracks, use maps and tap into route-specific resources
• Why BDR routes are making a real economic impact in small rural communities
• How documentary films, dealer screenings and live broadcasts have helped grow awareness and community
• The challenges tied to public land access and why advocacy partnerships matter
• What new BDR routes and projects riders can look forward to next

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When Kristen Almer lost her 11-year-old nephew Logan in a tragic ATV accident, her family’s life changed forever. She then turned unimaginable grief into a mission to help prevent similar tragedies for other families. In this episode, host Heather Wilson Schiltz talks with Kristen about how that devastating loss led to years of research, difficult questions, and eventually the creation of the RideSafe Foundation.

This conversation goes far beyond statistics. Kristen explains the common patterns she has uncovered in youth ATV and UTV tragedies, why so many families don’t recognize the risks until it’s too late, and how RideSafe is working to reach kids directly through schools and community partnerships. From industry blind spots to practical ways communities can help, this episode offers an honest look at a problem that affects far more families than many realize.

🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• The story of Logan and the tragedy that changed Kristen’s life
• What Kristen uncovered after years of researching youth ATV and UTV incidents
• Why many families using these vehicles recreationally don’t see themselves in traditional powersports safety messaging
• The common mistakes and overlooked factors that show up again and again in youth tragedies
• How RideSafe Foundation works with schools and communities to create hands-on educational events
• Why racers, athletes, and the broader powersports industry may be part of the solution
• How parents, schools, companies, and local communities can support the mission

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