Episode 300 Off the Groove

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Scotty Dubler hits episode 300 and recounts his trip to World Championship Ice Racing in Sioux City.

The episode opens with host Scotty Dubler celebrating the 300th episode milestone and thanking listeners. He recaps his recent trip to Sioux City, Iowa, for World Championship Ice Racing, detailing winners in Unlimited Outlaw Quads and Manufacturer's Cup Pro Motorcycles. Dubler shares American Flat Track news, including Justin Jones joining First Impressions KTM, Kelly Bell's tentative Daytona Bike Week dates, and new national numbers for riders like Brayden Fanders. The interview with Briar Bauman begins, marking his appearance on episodes 1, 100, 200, and 300. Bauman discusses his off-season hunting and training, including preparing for a half marathon. He reviews his 2022 and 2023 seasons, highlighting challenges with rule changes and switching from factory Indian to KTM. Bauman explains his split from crew chief Dave Zanotti after 2023 and working with Kenny Coolbeth in 2024 on a Howerton chassis. He describes the 2024 season, including wins at Peoria and Ventura, and difficulties at races like Rapid City. Bauman talks about the Sturgis TT event, suggesting improvements for the dirt section. He previews the 2025 season, noting many short tracks and the new Triple Challenge format. Bauman reveals he will return to Dave Zanotti and Michelle DeSalvo for 2025 but won't be on a KTM, staying with Rick Ware Racing. He discusses competition with Dallas Daniels and the upcoming Winter Throwdown, including the one-versus-one race. Bauman answers technical questions about the KTM's fly-by-wire throttle and shares favorite bikes, trophies, and career pride. The episode ends with Dubler's upcoming events, a stat on national number three holders, and thanks to patrons and listeners.

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A 300th episode built around Sioux City ice racing, KTM setup logic, and the memory behind the results.

Episode 300 treats the milestone as a chance to move through the texture of the sport. Scotty Hollywood Dubler reflects on starting the project with Chris Carter in December 2017, then shifts to Sioux City for round two of World Championship Ice Racing.

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You can mark episode 300 with Sioux City ice racing, a close-to-home quad win, and a national number three history dig.

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