Welcome to another exciting episode of the Minibikin' Ain't Eazy Live Podcast! This time, we have a special guest joining us all the way from North of Toronto, Canada – Sam Mantini from Mantini Motors! Sam flew in to share some exclusive insights about his new minibike product launch, the MBK-1. We'll dive deep into the Canadian minibike scene, discuss how Sam keeps his new company thriving, and chat about all things minibikes. In this episode, you'll hear about: The inspiration behind the MBK-1 and what makes it unique Challenges and triumphs in the Canadian minibike industry Tips for maintaining and enjoying your minibike Behind-the-scenes stories from Mantini Motors Be sure to follow Sam's journey by subscribing to his YouTube Channel, Instagram, and Facebook. @mantinimotors

Talking with the FASTEST MINIBIKE DRAG RACER in the WORLD!!! Change our mind!

Minibikin' Ain't Eazy Live Podcast with Devon Marinez on Thursday, July 11th, 2024

We talk about the future of Minibike drag racing with our friends CFour and Misty.

Join us live on the Minibikin' Ain't Eazy Podcast with special guest Flacco, as we discuss the upcoming 2024 Pull Start Picnic and the GPS 660 Minibike Drag Race! Tune in for a fun and entertaining conversation with Flacco and the hosts.

In this episode of Minibikin’ Ain’t Eazy, we had Joe and Jason from Build Break Repeat come down to the GPS Studios to talk about their experiences on Mini Bike YouTube and how the Bolt-On Go Kart Kit came into being. We also talked with them about:

How they feel about the GPS180.

What do they do when they’re not making content?

What are the scariest crashes they’ve had?

Where do they see their YouTube channel going?

How did they get started building and filming?

How do they feel about going 100 MPH on a Mini Bike?

Let’s try this again! Resident TrailMaster Guru, Foodie, and MySpace Top 8 Legend…

Tune in to the Minibikin' Ain't Eazy Podcast LIVE with guest Jack Ramsey from the Mini Bike Coalition. We'll be chatting about all things minibikes and having a great time!

Jack Ramsey, founder of the Mini Bike Coalition, is joining us on this podcast episode to talk about his passion for all things minibikes and the community he has built. From tips and tricks to fun stories, this podcast is a must-listen for all minibike enthusiasts! Don't miss out on this fun and informative episode!

In the next episode of Minibikin' Ain't Eazy, we sit down with Flacco and ‪@inthelifewithdaedae‬ to discuss the highly anticipated GPS660 Minibike Drag Race at Yello Belly Dragstrip. We'll also be diving into the details of the new Rascal GT Minibike Frame, so don't miss out on all the exciting news and updates.

The ever-smiling Arizonan, David Black (of ‪@Black66‬ ), and his son, Allen, joined us in the studio before the 2023 GPS180. As genuine as they come, David loves wrenching on projects and driving on two wheels. When he says he’s doing it just for fun… that’s all there is to it. In this video: - When and how did he start the YouTube Channel? - Which bike are they riding in the GPS180? - What’s his favorite mini bike to ride? - Where does he see the channel going in the next few years? - What’s the fastest he’s gone on a minibike? - Why is it so hard to get a mini bike registered with the DMV (or MVD, in his case)? All this and more in this episode of Minibikin’ AIn’t Eazy!

Finding the Right Level of Confidence with McKenzie Kaufman | Season 2 Episode 5

Welcome back to Minibikin’ Ain’t Eazy! This episode, we’re talking with the solo-riding woman on wheels, McKenzie Kaufman, from the Minibike Misfits! She talks about how she walks the line between fear and overconfidence, as well as:

- Her thoughts on the GPS180 and how she trains.

- What’s her favorite kind of riding?

- What’s it like “being one of the guys”?

- How does her minibike collection keep growing? (Hint: Mason)

- Where does she see minibike racing going in the future?

- What is her main motivator on the track?

Plus, much more! Come along, laugh, cry, and learn a little about McKenzie and yourself.

Saint of Misfits feat. Mason Pittman of Minibike Misfits | Minibikin’ Ain’t Eazy Season 2 Episode 4

While prepping for the GPS180, Mason Pittman ‪@MiniBikeMisfits‬ (Minibike Misfits fame) dropped by the studio to rap with us about all things minibike. We talk about how two friends riding along some power lines turned into one of the most recognizable teams in the Minibike community.

We also talk about:

- How does the GPS180 compare to other races?

- What should people interested in starting races in their town do?

- What kind of racing is Mason’s favorite?

- What was his first minibike?

- Where does he see this sport going?

- Why is it important to be part of a great team?

But that’s only part of it.

No Holds Barred feat. Busted Knuckles Builds | Minibikin' Ain't Eazy - Season 2 Episode 3

Two of our favorite individuals, Rick and Brandi Watson (@bustedknucklesbuilds), stopped by the studio before the GPS180 2023 to sit and chat with us. We talk about the upcoming GPS180 race, as well as:

What is Rick and Brandi’s workflow to create consistently entertaining content?

How does Rick train for races?

Will we ever learn how Big Daddy does it?

What is the bike Rick’s always on the lookout for?

How did Rick and Brandi meet?

And (as always), how does Rick feel about going 100 MPH on a Minibike?

All that and so much more!

What do minibikes and a non-profit focused on our teenagers' mental health and wellness have in common? Nothing! And that's the point according to Chris Robey (CEO, TeenLife NGO), our guest this week.

GoPowerSports is a proud sponsor of TeenLife's mission, and 100% of the proceeds from last year’s raffle bikes went to support their mission.

We talk about how you (yes, you!) can get involved and help out in your community, as well as:

- Why are programs like TeenLife necessary?

- How can everyone be a better listener to the teens in their lives?

- What exciting developments are coming down the pipeline for TeenLife?

- How does Chris feel about going 100MPH on a minibike?

Welcome back for another season of minibikes, go-karts, and everything in between!

In this episode, we were lucky to sit down with the chronicler of Compton minibikes, DaeDae (@inthelifewithdaedae). He breaks down some of his experiences, as well as:

- What’s special about the race scene in Compton?

- What’s he excited about the minibike scene in Texas and the rest of the US?

- Where does he see mini-biking going in the next decade?

- Why doesn't he want to go 100 MPH on a minibike?

Minibikin’ Ain’t Eazy comes full circle to close out Season 1. Since he was there at episode 1, it seemed only right that we’d end the current season with our first guest: Taylor Yochum! In this episode, we talk about:

- Our takeaways from the 1st Annual Pull Start Picnic: What would we change and why?

- How will the course change at the 3rd Annual GPS 180?

- What’s coming down the R&D pipeline at GoPowerSports?

All good things must end, so we close the books on Season 1 of Minibikin’ Ain’t Eazy. But as every beginning has an end, every ending is a beginning of its own. After a brief hiatus, we’ll be back with Season 2 of Minibikin’ Ain’t Eazy. So stay tuned, stay fast, and as always…

Ride on.

Howdy, partners. Come on down to this week's Minibikin' Ain't Eazy episode, where we're joined by GoPowerSports Co-Owner (and 2nd Generation Kart and Bike Rider): Tim Yochum. He's shootin' from the hip about:

- How his business decisions are guided by faith.

- What is GoPowerSports doing to help the community?

- What was his first minibike?

- How did a go-kart track evolve into GoPowerSports and Karting Distributors?

- What's his goal with collecting bikes these days?

Andrew Porter, one of the fastest racers on minibikes right now, sat down to share his experiences riding and how he got into the sport. Tune in to hear more, including:

- What was it like riding in the GPS 180 and Lime 100?

- How does he train for endurance races?

- How does he feel about going 100mph on a mini bike?

- What would he like to see in the sport over the next few years?

Minibike enthusiast, collector, and all-around Odd-Fellow Harley Rangel stopped by to share his history with Minibikes and his perspective on some of our new merch.

Also discussed in this episode:

- What is the Endgame for Collectors?

- Why does Harley prefer vintage bikes to modern ones?

- How can minibikes be used to promote community spirit?

In this Minibikin' Ain't Eazy episode, Mark Smith (Race Director, Lime 100) sits down to share what he's learned from the past few years running the Lime 100. Jason, Zane and Bernie also pick his brain about:

- Setting Standards across Minibike Races.

- Is it more fun to ride a big bike slow or a small bike fast?

- Why do people's foot pegs keep coming off?

- Why mini biking may be as popular (if not more) than it was in the '60s and '70s.

In this episode of Minibikin' Ain't Eazy, we're joined by Isaac from Cars and Cameras for our final episode filmed at Pate Swap Meet 2023.

If you're interested in cool builds, or mechanics, or mechanics who make cool builds, then you're going to love this episode! Isaac chats with us about:

- What's his favorite build on the channel?

- When he first got his hands dirty working on vehicles.

- What was the most dangerous thing he's done on Cars and Cameras?

- What's he bringing to this year's GPS180?