Re-Cycle Garage in Santa Cruz
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The Motorcycles and Misfits Podcast is how we share our passion for all things two-wheeled. We ride street, dirt, ADV, track, touring, vintage and scooters, and we wrench, ride, race and attend events year round. We share our stories and interviews every week from the Re-Cycle Garage in sunny Santa Cruz, Ca.
Based on 6 episodes we listened to · September 2026
Motorcycles & Misfits turns motorcycle culture into an informed garage conversation about riding judgment, mechanical curiosity, travel, events, and memorable mishaps.
Motorcycles & Misfits treats motorcycling as a social world built from machines, travel, shared knowledge, and stories polished by retelling. Liza often steers a crowded garage conversation, moving between guest interviews and the regulars' jokes without sanding away their…
A Honda riddle detours into paint colors at the Recycle Garage; you might feel right at home.
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A loose garage-table interview about stunt craft, quick reactions, and the art of falling well.
Debbie Evans comes across as technically sharp and easy to listen to, with the kind of comfort around stunt work and motorcycle life that keeps the conversation moving.
A loose, gear-minded walk through the One Show's Portland motorcycle scene.
The episode tracks Eliza, Stumpy John, and Neil through the One Show in Portland, an annual stop that gathers bikes, art, food, music, and a steady flow of people-watching.
A garage hangout that turns bike trivia into an easy, teasing visit.
McCall stays in familiar ground here, with motorcycles treated as part of a social scene rather than just a pile of parts. The talk moves from sunny weather and visitors from New Hampshire to cookies and a Quail-themed bike riddle, and the easy answers keep it light.
Sunny garage banter, listener stories, and grounded bike talk, with a loose, familiar rhythm.
Set at the Recycle Garage in sunny Santa Cruz, this episode leans into listener stories, shop talk, and easy teasing without trying to dress itself up.
Practical trail-safety advice, carried by a loose conversational delivery.
Practical trail-safety advice anchors this piece. It stays focused on first-aid basics, scene safety, and the simple rule that nobody should make a bad situation worse when a rider is hurt in the backcountry.
A warm, hectic travel story with enough grit to make the next ride feel close.
The piece opens in Pakistan and moves quickly into Wendy Crockett's world, where a Vintage Rides tour in Nepal, an all-women's group, and the welcome presence of Wendy's daughter Monte give the conversation an easy, lived-in charge.
Pop culture trivia, argued fast and with affection.
Pop culture, personal stakes, and room for a tangent.
A Brazilian journalist spends years reinvestigating unsolved child disappearances in Paraná.
Cris Bartz and Juva Lauer alternate debate and interview episodes on Brazilian social issues.
The hosts and guests recap the Misfits rally, sharing stories of rattlesnake encounters, mechanical fixes, and off-road mishaps.
Host Liza interviews Stunt Misfit Wendy Crockett about her recent all-women Vintage Rides tour in Nepal, featuring guest Heather Gillihan who shares her challenging off-road experiences.
The hosts interview Gordon McCall, founder of the Quail MotoFest, discussing the event's evolution from the Legend of the Motorcycle, its inclusive community vibe, and featured attractions like Yoshimura's historic bikes.
The hosts cover the 2025 One Moto Show in Portland, interviewing builders like Teresa Contreras on pinstriping and Don Neely on a mini bike build, while exploring gear tech and vintage motorcycle stories.
Host Liza interviews legendary stuntwoman Debbie Evans, focusing on her motorcycle stunts in films like The Matrix and Fast and Furious.
The hosts discuss a busy day at the garage, including Doug's new Kawasaki project bike, then share a detailed ride report from a Moon Rocks off-road trip with tips on camping and safety.
A group of motorcycle enthusiasts gather in a garage to chat about riding, events, and their shared passion for two-wheeled vehicles.
The hosts chat about the weather and introduce themselves in a casual motorcycle garage setting.
The host introduces a motorcycle rally at Hollister Hills, welcoming attendees and introducing a riding coach.
A group of motorcycle enthusiasts gather in a garage to share stories, banter, and discuss their passion for two-wheeled vehicles.
A group of motorcycle enthusiasts chat humorously in their garage about a rally and personal anecdotes.
A group of motorcycle enthusiasts gather in a garage to share stories, discuss upcoming events, and introduce a podcast newcomer.
The hosts banter about a co-host's new quad purchase and introduce guests in a casual motorcycle garage setting.
The hosts thank Patreon subscribers and introduce a new segment called 'Emma Explains' where Emma admits she doesn't understand how a slipper clutch works.
The hosts and guests share stories and experiences from a motorcycle rally weekend.
A group of motorcycle enthusiasts gather in a garage to chat about riding, wrenching, and their shared passion for all things two-wheeled.