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Off the GrooveOff the GrooveOTG Episode 302 - Sammy HalbertOTG Episode 302 - Sammy Halbert by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2025-01-3133 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 244 Off The Groove - Sammy SabedraEpisode 244 Off The Groove - Sammy Sabedra by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2023-10-2751 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveOff The Groove Episode 224Off The Groove Episode 224 by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2023-05-1912 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveOff The Groove Episode 218Off The Groove Episode 218 by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2023-03-3117 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 213 - Happy 2022!We're kicking off our FIFTH year of Off the Groove and we couldn't be more excited! We're easing back into it this week as Scottie and Carter shake the cobwebs off after the holidays. No guests this week, just the two of them going through the latest press releases and news in dirt track, talking motorcycles and chili...yes you read that correctly!2022-01-0827 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 207 - Johnny Lewis & The Fall ClassicEpisode 207 - Johnny Lewis & The Fall Classic by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2021-11-121h 20Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 199.99 - Sac - Town BreakdownEpisode 199.99 - Sac - Town Breakdown by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2021-09-1729 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 198 - Damon ReamWe'rrrrrre Baaaaaaack! After a brief hiatus, Deubler and Carter and back at it! In this week's episode, we catch up with the newcomer to the Singles class, the young PA rider who shocked the world making his first two Pro main events in New York, Damon Ream. Get to know the latest addition to the Waters Autobody team and AFT and help us pick a nickname for him!2021-09-011h 09Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 197 - Jeffery LoweryIn this week’s episode, we chat with Jeffery Lowery. This instantly became Scottie’s favorite interview to date. You may have seen him spinning laps racing over the past few years, but it’s what the guy is doing outside of the race track that has the entire paddock lining up to talk to him. A great interview with a 3rd generation motorcycle racing machinist and a real feel good story proving the American dream is very much still alive and well! https://loweryracing.com/2021-08-061h 12Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 193 - Jacob VanderkooiIn this week's episode, we talk to the next up-and-coming racer from a long list of solid riders from the Buckeye state , Jacob "Killswitch" Vanderkooi. It seems the Vanderkooi family has more flat track racers, than Scottie Parker has national wins, but each one has their own bit of flare and this kid is no exception. He's not only having one of his most successful race seasons this year, but also having a ton of fun along the way!2021-07-0954 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 190 - Dairyland Weekend RecapIn this week's episode we look back on one amazing race weekend in Wisconsin. The Dairyland Classic, Carter's first road race and much, much more! We catch up with race promoter and 1/3 of the History Amigos, Bert Sumner and Main Event winner, Morgen Mischler as we recap one EPIC weekend in the cheese state!2021-06-1859 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 181 - Eddie DeublerThis week's episode is a special one. We somehow convinced Fast Eddie to take our call for a solid bench racing session! Thats right, we all know the STUD Scottie Deubler...well ladies and gentlemen, its well past time we introduced you to the Stud Maker himself! This one is up there for sure! Oh, and Carter may have decided who will finally teach him to ride a motorcycle!2021-04-171h 27Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 180 - Kevin VarnesIn this week's episode, Scottie finally chats with someone who may have more flat trackers in the family tree than the Deublers, Kevin Varnes. Former national number 89 can still rip around a short track and has a boatload of awesome stories as he walks us through his pro racing days.2021-04-0958 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 176 - Cold Calls - Part 5It's FINALLY here...RACE DAAAAYYYYYY!!! The day we've waited for since the last race day of 2020, its the first race day of the 2021 season! Scottie and I had no idea what this week would bring, so we banked another cold call episode last week...hope you enjoy this one, as well as the racing today and tomorrow from Volusia Speedway Park!2021-03-1226 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 168 - Jim Terchila & Danny EslickEpisode 168 - Jim Terchila & Danny Eslick by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2021-01-1650 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 163 - Chris CarterScottie pulls one over on Carter and tricks him into being this week's guest. For the three of you out there who have ever wondered where the hell this guy came from, this episode is just for you! From doing slapstick comedy shows as a summer job while in college, to overseeing the operational side of NASCAR's International broadcasts for 7+ years, hear all about the career path that led this dude to the wonderful world of two-wheel motorcycle racing!2020-12-041h 20Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 161 - 2020 Recap with GramThis week's episode is a special one. After two epic episodes back-to-back, we kind of put ourselves in a tough spot. How do you top guests like Bill Werner and Mert Lawwill?!? There was only one guest who could top those legend...GRAM! The one and only Kathy Deubler joins us for a look back on the 2020 racing season. This women is like a fine wine, and her love for this sport and the people involved in infectious!2020-11-201h 14Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 159 -Bill WernerIn this week's episode, we talk to one of the biggest names in the history of the sport, legendary tuner Bill Werner. A man who tells us his life has "been shaped by a series of random events," Bill shares how he went from accepting an entry level position with the Factory Harley-Davidson race team, to running the entire race program! This one is an instant classic! See why it has quickly become Scottie's new favorite episode!2020-11-061h 19Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 155 - Riki RachtmanEpisode 155 - Riki Rachtman by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2020-10-091h 07Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 150 - Jackie MitchellIn this week's episode, we catch up with Jackie Mitchell. 60+ years young and this guy is still getting after it racing Bultacos. Hear how he got into motorcycle as a first generation rider, how he was able to still be competitive in other aspects of life after leaving racing, and hist thoughts on the current state of the sport.2020-09-041h 50Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 149 - Leah TokeloveIn this week’s episode, we recap rounds 3 & 4 from Indy, then make a long distance call to the UK for a chat with the baddest lady on that side of the pond, Hooligan racer Leah Tokelove!2020-08-281h 14Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 148 - Erik HartleyAnother example of great people doing awesome things for the flat track community. In this week's episode, we chat with Erik Hartley. A hooligan racer and former veteran, Erik recently started a non-profit to help others who have served and struggling with PTSD. Hear his own story as well as others he's helping find meaning through the sport of flat track.2020-08-2153 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 147 - Brandon KitchenEpisode 147 - Brandon Kitchen by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2020-08-1535 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 146 - Cameron SmithEpisode 146 - Cameron Smith by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2020-08-0834 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 145 - Xtreem Flat TrackBonus episode this weekend, as we put in a call to Jason Baffrey to talk about the Xtreem Flat Track Series and their upcoming events in Sturgis. Great conversation for any Sunday Fun-Day!2020-08-0230 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 144 - Kody KoppIn this week's episode, we catch up with the 2020 Nicky Hayden Horizon Award winner, Kody Kopp. He may not be able to drive a car alone, but this kid is racing and beating some of the best in our sport before even going pro! From the story of passing his father on track for the first time, to what he plans to do after retiring from flat track, we cover it all!2020-07-3138 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode - 143 - Brad BakerIn this week's episode, Scottie & Brad "The Bullet" Baker recap last weekend's events from Volusia. Hear the latest on Brad's 4-wheel adventures, his thoughts on the start of the 2020 AFT season, and what we can expect to see in the months ahead.2020-07-2446 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 142 - Chris CarrIn this week’s episode, we welcome ol’ 7-time himself, Chris Carr. Hear what brought him into the sport, thoughts on the various positions he’s held, and hear Scottie & Carr talk some dirt track just before we finally kick off the 2020 season!2020-07-1648 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 141 - 2020 CTR Team - Part2We continue interviews with the 2020 CTR Amateur Team. In this episode, we catch up with Adam Costan, Travis Horn, Ryder Reese, & Chase Saathoff.2020-07-1141 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 140 - 2020 CTRTeam - Part 1This week, we talk to 8 riders, across two episodes. The 2020 CTR Amateur team was announced earlier this week and we're bringing each and every one of them to you just before the 2020 Flat Track Grand Championships! Hear from young guns Brody Hansen, Evan Renshaw, Logan McGrane, & Aidan Brown.2020-07-1056 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 139 - ThunderIn this week’s episode, we catch up with the legend behind the lens, Thunder. If you’ve watched a flat track video in the past decade, there is a good chance this guy had something to do with it. Hear what drew him into the sport, how his role has evolved over the years, and what keeps him coming back year after year.2020-07-031h 07Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 138 - Brandan BergenIn this week's episode, we catch up former national #26, Brandan Bergen. This dude has been traveling the country with team Estenson, racing local events across the country in preparation for the start of the 2020 season. Hear what they've learned and get his thoughts on some of the newer venues on the calendar later this year.2020-06-2646 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 137 - Kevin StollingsIn this week’s episode, we catch up with the “Freak of Nature” himself, Kevin Stollings. Hear how he got into motorcycle racing, his successful amateur career, and what he and his team have been doing to prepare for the start of the 2020 season2020-06-1944 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 136 - Jared MeesThis week, we catch up with the Flat Track FITE Klub Champion himself, Jared Mees. Hear all about his take on the event, his thoughts on the competition, and plans to defend the FITE Klub title. Oh, and we also talk through the 2020 schedule and somehow convince him to call Kenny Tolbert on 3-way!2020-06-121h 02Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 135 - Jason GriffinIn this week’s episode, we welcome back “Lightning” Jason Griffin to the show. He may not be racing Grand National events anymore, but this guy hasn’t slowed down one bit. Hear all about what he is doing with RSD Super Hooligans, Shriner’s Hospital, & how he’s helping riders stay safe with some new protective gear.2020-06-0538 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 134 - Flat Track Fite KlubIn this week's episode, we catch up with big names in racing and motorcycles in general. Terry Rymer and former champions Chris Carr and Sammy Halbert join us for a round-table discussion about their Flat Track Fite Klub event next month. Hear how this all got started, what riders are involved and BREAKING NEWS!! Round 1 match-ups are revealed...you won't want to miss this one!2020-05-2948 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 133 - Rick CanodeIn this week's episode, we catch up with a guy thats been spinning wrenches for decades, Rick Canode. This guy has been around motorcycles his entire life and even raced a little himself back in the day. Hear what drew him back to the sport, how he connected with Robbie Pearson and the rest of the RJ Performance Super Twins team, and much more!2020-05-221h 12Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 132 - Jesse JanischThere was simply no other option than Jesse Janisch for our 132nd episode. Just so happens, Jesse also has some very interesting news regarding the much anticipated 2020 racing season. Hear what he's been up to since the end of 2019 season, whats in store for 2020, and details on one tour you will not want to miss!2020-05-1545 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 131 - Caleb Vick & Johnny LewisIn this week's episode, we put in a quick call to the first ever Flat Track eRacing champion, Caleb Vick. We also caught up with Johnny Lewis during his 22 hour drive up to Wisconsin to visit the S&S crew. Hear how quarantine life is treating the Lewis family, what exciting new projects JL10 is working on, and more about another upcoming flat track event later this month!2020-05-0846 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 130 - Guenther & Robby BobbyEpisode 130 - Guenther & Robby Bobby by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2020-05-0152 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 129 - Trevor Brunner & Aidan RoosEvansIn this week's episode, we catch up with two rookie AFT Singles riders, Trevor Brunner & Aidan Roosevans. These two kids have a ton of character and strong amateur stats to boot. Get to know these two before they hit the track for their first Grand National event.2020-04-2453 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 128 - RonnieJonesIn this week's episode, we catch up with Oklahoma's very own, Ronnie Jones. This guy has literally seen the sport we love from every aspect and has enough flat track experience and stories to fill 10 lifetimes. Hear how he initially caught the racing bug, stories of him racing with his favorite flat tracker and brother David, and his hopes for the future of the sport we all love.2020-04-171h 55Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 127 - Dustin Paul & Bryan SmithIn this week's episode, we catch up with Dustin Paul. A flat tracker who won rookie of the year last season racing on ice indoors. He's also the guy who started the new flat track eRacing series helping flat trackers get their racing fix during this global pandemic. We also catch up with Bryan Smith to get his thoughts on last week's interview with Howerton and give his two cents on comments Jared Mees made on Tank Slappin' Podcast a week ago.2020-04-101h 09Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 126 - Ricky HowertonIn this week's episode, we catch up with one of the best tuners in the game, Ricky Howerton. Hear him describe the first time he met Bryan Smith, the conversation they had on the victory lap after winning their first mile, and so much more. We've been wanting to chat with this dude for a while and he definitely did not disappoint!2020-04-031h 17Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 125 - Anthony BrownIn this week's episode, we head across the pond to check in on our DTRA buddy, Anthony Brown. Hear his thoughts on their 2019 season, insight on new flat track series hopefully starting up later this year, and an update from Derek Brindley, Oliver's dad.2020-03-2751 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 124 - Gram & Stoney BolognaWe're back after a series of rainouts and postponements with a new episode! With everything going on in the world, we thought it would be good to check in with some friends and family this week. We give Scottie's ole pal Stoney a call to introduce him to the OTG fam and then call everyone's favorite Gram to wish her a happy 29th birthday. A welcomed break from quarantine and one you definitely won't want to miss!2020-03-2052 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 123 - Mikey, Sammy, & KolbyCorona or no Corona, we can’t let a Friday pass by without a new episode of Off the Groove! Last week we caught up with these three to get their thoughts headed into Daytona. A lot has happened since then, but let’s forget about all that for an hour. Let us take you back when everyone was stoked to head south for the start of the 2020 season...enjoy!2020-03-1456 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 122 - Dallas, Cory, & BryanEpisode 122 - Dallas, Cory, & Bryan by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2020-03-0657 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveOTG KooziesThis week, we keep it short and sweet. We hit you with a few flat track updates, a little light banter, and plug some new merch! We both need to conserve our energy for the weeks ahead, but just couldn't break our every week streak!2020-02-2815 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 120 - Cose, Rispoli, & FisherIn this week’s episode, we’re less than a month out from the start of the 2020 season and chatting it up with three strong contenders. Hear what these they have been doing since October, what they’re working with heading into Daytona, what they think of the new track layout, and more!2020-02-2251 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 119 - A.J. KirkpatrickIn the week’s episode, we’re still on a west coast Hooligan kick. We catch up with A.J. Kirkpatrick following The 1 Race our in Portland. We talk motorcycles, sprint cars, and Super Hooligans with a dude who’s done a fair share of racing. All that along with your weekly dose of fly track news, updates, and rants.2020-02-1451 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveOTG 118 - Thor DrakeIn this week's episode, we catch up with Thor Drake. It is impossible to cover the depth of this guy's resume in this description (or the hour episode for that matter) but the conversation is definitely worth a listen. This guy is one of the most interesting and creative motorcycle enthusiasts around, but also the most humble. We chat motorcycles, fabrication, and hear what folks in the Portland can expect this weekend at the 11th annual 1 Moto Show and 1 Pro Races.2020-02-071h 02Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 117 - Jodi Johnson & Andrea WilsonIn Part 2 of our series interviewing badass women who cover the sport, we catch up with Jodi Johnson and Andrea Wilson. Both took slightly different paths into the sport, but are producing great content not just with their photography, but with the stories behind their images. Great perspective from two awesome ladies who have spent the majority of their careers bringing fans closer to the sport of flat track motorcycle racing!2020-02-011h 22Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 116 - Kristen Beat & Joy BurgessThis weekend is all about the badass women who cover the best sport on the planet, flat track motorcycle racing. We're talking to four amazing women in two jam-packed episodes. First up, Kristen Beat and Joy Burgess. Everyone knows Kristen from her outstanding coverage throughout the 2019 season. We find out some interesting facts about racing past and ask the question on everyone's mind...what is in that fanny pack??? Then, we catch up with Joy Burgess, who is a writer and social media manager for Thunderpress Magazine. We find out what drew her into the motorcycle community and get the...2020-01-311h 23Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 115 - Henry WilesIn this week's episode...we talk to a guy everyone has been waiting to hear from, Henry Wiles. In one of the most talked about moves this off-season, he is making the jump to ride a Honda in the AFT Singles class in 2020. Hear what led to the decision, his expectations for the upcoming season, and several other interesting Henry Wiles nuggets. Some solid conversation with one of flat track's most strongest personalities...you don't want to miss this one!2020-01-241h 26Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 114 - Dave ZanottiIn this week's episode, we talk with a guy who knows a thing or two about flat track motorcycles. Not only was brought up around racing, but he's spent the last two decades of his life eating, sleeping, and breathing all things two-wheels. It was an absolutely honor to talk motorcycles with a man so respected in the community. This one is bound to be an instant classic!2020-01-1754 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 113 - Kenny CoolbethIn this week's episode, we catch up with Kenny Coolbeth Jr. It has been a little over a year since he ran his last grand national, but this guy isn't showing any signs of slowing down. We talk through his transition from rider to mechanic/team manager and his newly announced plans for 2020. He will once again be teaming up with John Wise, but this season they have a new pilot, Sammy Halbert. Hear what he expects from the new rider and the possibility of he himself coming out of retirement and racing in the very near future2020-01-1040 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 112 - Bryan Bigelow & Kully MillageIn this week's episode, we catch up with Bryan Bigelow and Kully Millage. Both guys will be teaming up with James Monaco and Jeffrey Carver in their wild card efforts for 2020. Hear how they both got into the sport, what they’ve done the past couple years with different teams, and their expectations for the upcoming season.2020-01-041h 22Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 111 - James MonacoIn this week's episode we catch up with the one and only James Monaco. We discuss his recovery after the crash in Minnesota, what he has been doing to keep himself in such a positive mindset, and the team he's putting together to go wild card racing with pilot Jeffrey Carver Jr. for the 2020 Super Twins season.2019-12-2841 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 110 - Fast & Left UpdatesIn this week's episode, we take a trip around the World! First, we catch up with Evan Senn and hear what he's been up to since his first episode earlier in 2019. Then we chat with others across the globe in the UK, Greece, and Brazil. Not only are each of these guys huge motorcycle and flat track fans, but each also attended/hosted Fast & Left premieres in their respective countries. Hear their take on the film that is uniting flat track enthusiasts all over the globe!2019-12-221h 24Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 109 - Ray RizzoIn this week's episode, we talk to a man who has countless hours serving the community over the past decade, Raymond Rizzo. Hear what led him into motorcycle racing, our flat track family, and what you can do to help ensure his continued service for years to come.2019-12-1353 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 108 - Jeremy & Amber HigginsIn the week’s episode we hear from Jeremy and Amber Higgins. In their first interview since the crash in Springfield, we talk to them both about how Jeremy fell in love with motorcycles, how they fell in love over watermelon, and what life has been like since the incident. Guaranteed to become one your favorite episodes...you won’t want to miss this one!2019-12-061h 04Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 107 - Gary InmanIn this week’s episode, we catch up flat track racer, journalist, and motorcycle enthusiast, Gary Inman. Hear what led him to led to begin a career as a moto journalist, the inspiration behind him creating Sideburn magazine, and his thoughts on the recent flat track revolution.2019-11-291h 23Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 106 - Bronson BaumanIn this week's episode, we talk with Bronson Bauman. The factory Indian rider who surprised a lot of folks in the series, bringing home 3rd in points on the season, and mounting an impressive 9 consecutive races with a top 5 or better finish. He talks us through his first Grand National win in Laconia, and what it means to him to be competing with the best dirt track motorcycle racers in the world.2019-11-2258 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 105 - Epic 580In this week's episode, we hop on the party line and talk with the crew who spent the past week completing a charity bike ride down the Florida coastline. Hear how the idea started, who struggled the most, and what unexpected challenges the boys faced during their epic bike ride.2019-11-131h 07Off the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 104 - Frankie GarciaIn this week’s episode, we catch up with Super Hooligan Flat Track rider, Frankie Garcia. If the things has two wheels, Frankie loves it and has probably raced it! We talk through his extensive motorcycle resume, how he’s recovering from the back-to-back racing incidents that took him out of the season finale, and who he thinks will challenge Briar for the 2020 AFT Twins Championship. Hint, hint...its NOT Jared Mees!2019-11-0944 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveEpisode 103 - Alysha Lewis & Dalton GauthierIn this week's episode, we catch up with Alysha Lewis to talk about a painting and art auction to benefit James Monaco. Hear what inspired her to do this and get details on how you can bid before the auction ends later today! We also put in a call to the 2019 AFT Singles Champion, Dalton Gauthier. We'll walk through the 18-round season with him and try to see what is up his sleeve for the 2020 season.2019-11-0142 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveLemonadeSchedules didn't align with our Singles Champ, but we're locked in for episode 103. This week, we talk flat track, do a little planning for our interview with "Go Time," talk movie premieres, and maybe even Super Twins! When life hands you lemons...2019-10-2531 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveCory TexterIn this week's episode, we talk to 2019 AFT Production Twins Champion, Cory Texter. He takes us through his roller coaster season and the things that not only kept him going, but ultimately helped him win his first number one plate in professional motorcycle racing. 📸:Scott Hunter2019-10-1848 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveSammy SabedraIn this week's episode we preview a race weekend that will definitely go down in history, the Springfield triple-header. We talk through Singles on the short track and back-to-back miles Saturday and Sunday. Then, Scottie calls his ole pal Sammy Sebedra. We hear his story, talk more flat track, and even a little sprint car racing.2019-08-301h 07Off the GrooveOff the GrooveJames RispoliJames Rispoli by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2019-08-231h 02Off the GrooveOff the GrooveKathy Deubler - GramIn this week's episode, we catch up with the one and only, Kathy Deubler, or as she's known in the flat track community, "Gram." Since this weekend's race is right in her back yard, we thought it would be good to check in with her prior to the Super TT tomorrow. She lets us know her thoughts on the new track, the 2019 season so far, and much, much more. This episode will quickly become one of your favorites!2019-04-2736 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveTexas HMFollow Deubler through the pits post race in Texas. Hear what riders thought of Round 3 and what their plans are for Easter Sunday.2019-04-2113 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveAtlanta STAtlanta ST by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2019-03-2516 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveDaytonaTT 2019It's the first race week of 2019 and we're mixing it up a little bit. Instead of your regularly scheduled flat track interview, we thought it would be great to bring you some post-race thoughts from Daytona. Do not worry, this isn't Scottie and I blabbing for an hour, we actually walked the pits/paddock/garage and even hit up an after party at the "Ale House" following Thursday's event to hear what the flat track community had to say. Enjoy!!!2019-03-1757 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveJason GriffinJason Griffin by Scottie Deubler & Chris Carter2019-02-1541 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveBrandon PriceIn this week's episode, we put in a call to BP92, Brandon Price. He is already focused and training for the 2019 season, but took some time to talk motorcycles with Scottie. He tells us how concrete racing turned him onto flat track, we talk through his crash and recovery during the season, and even a little bit about his 2019 plans. 📸 Jodi Johnson2018-11-0936 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveScottie DeublerIn this week's episode we recap the season finale from Meadowlands and the latest announcements from the 2018 year-end banquet. We mix it up a bit as Chris Carter, the Producer of Off the Groove, hops on the mic and turns the table interviewing the interviewer Scottie Deubler. We talk about how he got into motorcycles, his racing history, and his transition from riding a bike to rockin' the mic.2018-10-121h 15Off the GrooveOff the GrooveNick DanielsIn this week's episode, we recap the two AFT events held during the Sturgis Rally in South Dakota, and talk with race mechanic, Nick Daniels. A former racer turned mechanic, Scottie and Nick talk about their racing days growing up together, his ties to several well-known racing families, and the current and future racing career of his son Dallas.2018-08-1150 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveJake ShoemakerIn this week's episode, we recap last weekend’s events from Oklahoma City, and catch up with a yet another Pennsylvania flat tracker, Jake Shoemaker. We talk about what it is like balancing a full-time job and raising a daughter as a single parent, while also trying to make the time to still come play in the dirt with AFT on the weekends. 📸 Jodi Johnson 00:24 - Oklahoma recap 01:33 - Jake Shoemaker intro 02:32 - Where were you born? 03:18 - Theory behind why riders from PA are so good at racing 04:12 - When did you get into motorcycles? 05:13 - Talks about growing up rac...2018-06-2231 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveDanny EslickIn this week's episode, we recap the Red Mile and catch up with my long-time friend, Danny Eslick. I've had the pleasure of watching this guy race since he was four years old. We talked through his first days of racing, his Daytona 200 wins, his 2018 racing seasons across road racing and flat track, and much more. 📸 Jodi Johnson 00:24 - Horizon Award & Dairyland Classic 00:40 - Red Mile recap 01:13 - Danny Eslick intro 01:48 - Whatcha been up to since Texas? 02:43 - Whats it like growing up in Tulsa? 03:08 - Scottie talks about his first memory of Slick 04:08 - Do you remember the firs...2018-06-0842 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveMax WhaleIn this episode, we recap the Sacto-Mile weekend, preview this weekend's events in Springfield, and catch up with a young Australian rider, Max Whale. At the age of seventeen, this kid's resume is already something to talk about. We talk about the differences between riding down under, and in the US, what he's learned in the six events he's competed in, and goals for the remainder of his first full season in the AFT singles class. 00:24 - Sacramento recap/Springfield preview 01:59 - Max Whale intro 02:40 - Where are you from? 03:36 - Talks working on his family’s farm 04:19 - When di...2018-05-2534 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveDave & Tommra KiesowIn this week's episode, we recap Arizona, look ahead to this weekend's mile event in Sacramento, and catch up with a race promoters of the Springfield Mile, Dave & Tommra Kiesow. We not only discover a bit more about their history, but some interesting history about this iconic race track they promote twice a race season and find out what fans attending the race next weekend can expect. 00:24 - Phoenix recap/Sacramento preview 02:07 - Dave & Tommra Kiesow intro 03:30 - Where were you guys born? 04:29 - How did you guys get involved with motorcycles? 05:27 - When did you start racing motorcycles? 06:09...2018-05-1837 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveBen EvansThis week's guest is the tuner for the #23 team in the AFT Twins class, Ben Evans. A former racer with a long flat track resume, Ben was nice enough to take time from his busy schedule to talk with us after the team's podium finish in Atlanta. We talked about how he got into the sport, the challenges that come with preparing three different brands of motorcycles for the 2018 season, and his relationship with his rider, Jeffrey Carver Jr. 📸 Jodi Johnson 00:24 - Scottie Update 02:56 - Ben Evans intro 03:57 - “…not a lot of TV watchin’ or movie watchin’ for me…” 04:18 - Quick overvie...2018-04-2744 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveKenny Coolbeth Jr.This week, we catch up with Kenny Coolbeth Jr., a flat track legend who recently announced he'd be retiring at the conclusion of the 2018 race season. We talked about what led him to a career racing motorcycles, take a look back on his twenty-five years of flat tracking, and talk about what is next for him after he hangs up the steel shoe. 📸 Flat Trak Fotos 00:24 - Scottie Update 01:03 - Kenny Coolbeth Jr. intro 02:17 - Scottie rambles off an insane amount of stats 03:16 - How tough was it to make the decision to retire after the 2018 season? 04:05 - Where were you...2018-04-2055 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveJarod VanderkooiWe caught up with Jarod Vanderkooi prior to last weekend's race in Atlanta. We talked about his expectations heading into the second round of the 2018 season, what its like to have an opportunity to ride an Indian and Harley-Davidson factory bike in a six month span, and his love for B-Dubs. 📸 Jodi Johnson 00:24 - Scottie Update 01:03 - Jarod Vanderkooi intro 01:32 - Who the hell is this? 01:55 - Where did the new nickname come from? 02:49 - How did you get into motorcycles? 03:36 - Talks of his family of racers 04:06 - The tale of ole Kill-switch Vanderkooi 05:12 - Talks about the first mot...2018-04-1338 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveStevi SmithThis week we caught up with Stevi Smith. We talked about her own racing career and what its like growing up in a flat track family. Balancing a full-time job while managing her fiance J.R. Addison's race team, she still makes time to contribute to several others in the flat track community each race season. 📸 Jodi Johnson 00:24 - Scottie Update 01:53 - Stevi Smith intro 02:56 - Whats it like growing up in Michigan? 03:36 - Talks of growing up with Scott Parker & Jay Springsteen 04:06 - How did you get into motorcycles? 05:06 - What was the first bike you rode? 05:26 - Talks of...2018-04-0640 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveJake JohnsonCaught up with 2-time Singles champion and 2-time Grand National Champion, Jake Johnson. We talked about what brought him into the sport, his extensive resume (including his brief hiatus from flat track), and his transition to Estenson Racing for the 2018 season. 📸 Jodi Johnson 00:24 - Scottie Update 00:59 - Jake Johnson intro 01:41 - Jake talks moto 02:59 - Where were you born? 03:31 - How’d you get into motorcycles? 04:27 - Did you know you always wanted to race? 05:00 - Do you remember your first win? 06:02 - Was there a racer you looked up to growing up? 07:21 - Do you feel like one of the o...2018-03-3045 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveDave & Rhonda WatersThis week we catch up with Dave and Rhonda Waters. A great conversation with two great people who have been supporting flat track for decades. We talked about how they met, why they became team owners, and the challenges that come with balancing a full-time business along with two race programs. 00:24 - Scottie Update 00:42 - Dave & Rhonda Water intro 02:21 - Dave’s flat motorcycle racing background 03:21 - When Rhonda met Dave 03:40 - “I was too good, so they made me race with the guys…” 05:03 - What drew Rhonda into motorcycle racing 06:04 - Dave talks of current state of the sport 07:06 - What m...2018-03-2333 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveBronson BaumanCaught up with Bronson Bauman this a week before the season opener in Daytona. We talked about what its like racing for legendary tuner Bill Werner, his girlfriend (who also races), and his expectations for the upcoming season. 📸 Jodi Johnson 00:24 - Scottie update 01: 52 - Bronson intro 02:15 - What have you been doing since winning Flat Out Friday? 04:12 - Talks of being a take-charge kinda guy 04:52 - What is it like to race for Bill Werner? 07:12 - How did you get into flat track racing? 08:46 - How is Illinois livin’ different from California 10:22 - Bronson walks us through his Flat Out Frida...2018-03-1634 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveMichael LockThis week, we put in a call to the man at the top, the CEO of American Flat Track, Michael Lock. We get to know the man behind the flat track resurgence, what drew him to the series and motorcycles in general, and expectations for the upcoming AFT season. 00:24 - Scottie update 00:47 - Michael Lock intro 01:30 - Talks of Flat Out Friday event 04:38 - Where are you from originally? 05:20 - How did you get into motorcycles? 09:05 - Talks of what inspired him to become a leader 10:55 - Talks of how his relationship with American Flat Track began 14:00 - What were...2018-03-0953 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveJohnny LewisCaught up with THE Johnny Lewis last week. We talked about the inspiration behind JL10 Training, his supermoto days, and his passion for motorcycles and the sport that has had an enormous impact on his life. This man has his hands in just about every aspect of flat track racing and loves to share his knowledge. 00:24 - Scottie update 01:20 - Johnny Lewis intro 02:40 - what have you been up to since Perris? 03:32 - “it’s one of those roller coasters you don’t ant to get off of...” 04:42 - what is the story behind JL10 Training? 07:51 - Talks of Cole Zabala ...2018-03-0252 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveKolby CarlileLast week, while everyone else watched some other "flying tomato" capture gold in the 2018 Winter Olympics, I spent my time catching up with the 2017 AFT Singles Champion, Kolby Carlile. We got his take on last year's roller coaster season, talked about what he's done to build upon that success for 2018, and even discuss future plans of a possible twins ride for 2019. 00:24 - Scottie update 02:06 - Kolby Carlile intro 02:43 - What the heck were you doing in North Dakota? 03:46 - Talks about his move out to Phoenix 04:19 - Have you been riding a lot this off-season? 05:26 - How’d you get st...2018-02-2331 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveRyan WellsCaught up with Ryan Wells earlier this week during his drive home. We talked about the sequence of events that led him to Richie Morris Racing, his rookie season racing twins, his new home in Michigan, and his new love for ice racing. 00:24 - Scottie update 01:59 - Ryan Wells intro 02:49 - ice riding talk 05:39 - “I get my groove on” 07:42 - “ice riding is such a killer workout” 08:27 - how’d you get into flat track? 09:21 - talks about his bigger little brother 10:33 - “I love doing non-nationals...” 11:25 - talks about the timeline for his move to singles 13:26 - do you feel your...2018-02-1633 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveMikey RushThis week, we catch up with Mikey Rush. We talked about his privateer effort with G&G Racing, lessons learned from the 2017 season, and goals his for 2018. 00:24 - Scottie update 02:26 - Mikey Rush intro 03:44 - How’d ya get started in flat track? 04:35 - Why is flat track addicting? 05:41 - Rush talks about his team, G&G Racing 07:22 - Talks about preparation for the 2018 season 08:21 - Talks about privateer life 09:49 - Daytona 2017 11:30 - Is there one race that stands out to you? 12:08 - Talks of learning to ride miles on a twin 13:17 - Do riders help you with mile drafting or...2018-02-0925 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveHeather DeBeauxThis week, we catch up with NBCSN pit reporter, Heather Debeaux. We talked about how she got involved in racing, working in television, and of course...flat track. 00:24 - Scottie update/Heather intro 01:35 - The “girl in the purple shirt” 02:38 - When Scottie met Heather…her intro to flat track 05:19 - Heather talks about her introduction to racing and on-air reporting 08:13 - talks about her first on-camera interview with Jimmie Johnson 12:18 - “…I could be a mechanic” 12:50 - Suggestions from the “King of Cool” 14:21 - “Shayner Texter” 15:44 - Kenny Roberts nuts 16:36 - Heather talks about her love for flat track 18:48 - What are your favo...2018-02-0235 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveChad CoseCaught up with this "California Kid" earlier this week. We talked briefly about his 2017 season, the big announcement he made during his "off-season," and his goals for the 2018 season. 00:24 - Scottie update/Cose intro 01:14 - What have you been up to since the end of the season? 02:27 - talks of signing 2018 deal with Indian Motorcycle Motorcycle of OKC 04:27 - Thoughts on the people involved with Indian Motorcycle of OKC 05:48 - Talks of Tom Englehart’s involvement in his program 08:52 - How did you get into motorcycles? 11:55 - Cose talks about announcing during Springfield ST in 2017 13:05 - Talks take-aways from 2017 14:24 - “It’s...2018-01-2633 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveOliver BrindleyMade a call across the pond and caught up with Oliver Brindley prior to his 19th birthday. We talked about how he got into motorcycles, his 2017 season, and how he plans to build upon his successful first full season racing in the AFT Singles class. OLIVER BRINDLEY 01:06 - Oliver intro 01:55 - Quick get-to-know Old 02:41 - What have you been doing since you went back to England? 04:00 - When did you first get into motorcycles? 05:00 - Differences in racing England/US 05:43 - Talks of his father racing side-cars 06:48 - Oli talks of taking notes after each session 08:42 - What made you...2017-12-2940 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveJeffrey Carver Jr.Caught up with Jeffrey Carver Jr. a few weeks back, prior to him announcing his partnership with Indian Motorcycle. We talked through his 2017 season, his relationship with tuner Ben Evans, and get to know the rider behind what is shaping up to be one of the most interesting privateer racing efforts for 2018. 01:06 - Carver intro 01:48 - Carver talks yoga and how it benefits his program 03:57 - Carver tells us what he’s been up to since Perris, CA 06:15 - Carver’s thoughts on 2017 Daytona TT 09:03 - What changes would you make to the track in Daytona? 10:30 - Carver talks battery issu...2017-12-2240 minOff the GrooveOff the GrooveBriar BaumanCaught up with #14 Briar Bauman about a month ago, prior to him receiving the news he'd be competing in the 2017 Superprestigio in Spain. We talked about his 2017 season, what he has been up to since the finale, and plans for the 2018 season. 01:06 - Briar intro 01:50 - What have you been up to since the end of the 2017 season? 02:22 - Briar talks of his 2nd passion, hunting 05:06 - Thoughts on racing in the inaugural Daytona TT 06:15 - Issues in Daytona 08:05 - Any ideas for changes this year for Daytona? 11:01 - Do you stay and watch after mechanicals? 12:34 - Talks race in...2017-12-1642 min