We are thrilled to sit down with Jason Pridmore for episode 22 of Pipe Dreams Podcast. Jason is a legend in the world of motorcycle racing, with a career spanning over two decades at the forefront of the sport, now bringing his expertise as a main voice on MotoAmerica’s TV broadcast. Born in Goleta, California, and based in Ventura, Jason shares stories from his career, including two AMA titles, 21 AMA national wins, and FIM Endurance World Championships in 2003 and 2012. Guided early on by his father, Reg Pridmore—a three-time AMA Superbike champion—Jason dives into the discipline, resilience, and his keen ability to network that have defined his journey. Whether you’re a fan or rider, Jason’s wisdom offers a unique glimpse into the world of racing both in the past and present that many don’t have access to. As always, we hope you enjoy. Follow ⁠@pipedreams_pod⁠ on social media! ____________________________________________________________________________________ Please support our partners: Law Tigers Motorcycle Attorney's: If you ever find yourself in an incident that may or may not require legal representation please call 1-800-Law-Tigers. - No recovery, no fee for personal injury claims, and no expenses unless there is a recovery. - Fees calculated as a percentage of the gross recovery. - FREE representation for motorcycle property damage claims - FREE advice on all motorcycle matters For more info visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lawtigers.com/⁠⁠ ____________________________________________________________________________________ Yuasa Battery: Setting the standard for powersports batteries since 1979. Each and every day, it starts with us. - Find Your Battery: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/#batterysearch - Find Your Local Yuasa Dealer: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/find-a-dealer/ - Purchase Online: https://www.yuasabatteries.com/how-to-buy/where-to-buy/ For more info visit https://www.yuasabatteries.com

Loris Baz is one of France’s most exciting motorcycle racing exports. Known for his towering presence on the bike and his fearless style, Loris has competed at the highest levels, including World Superbike and MotoGP, before making waves in MotoAmerica. With victories and podiums across multiple championships, Baz has earned a reputation for pushing limits and never backing down from a challenge.
Beyond the racing, Loris is a true character in the paddock—his laid-back, yet passionate approach to life and racing makes him one of the most interesting personalities in MotoAmerica.
In this episode, we dive into Loris’ journey from growing up in France to competing with the world’s best, his transition to MotoAmerica, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

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Ben Spies is celebrated as one of America's greatest motorcycle roadracing talents. The Texan's illustrious career includes multiple AMA Pro championships, a World Superbike Championship in his rookie year, the MotoGP Rookie of the Year award, six MotoGP podiums, and numerous other accolades. He will be remembered as one of the last Americans to reach MotoGP the untraditional way, embodying the “Good Ole’ Days” of American motorcycle road racing.

Despite his incredible achievements, Ben was often seen as introverted or standoffish, perhaps misunderstood by many. Now, a decade into retirement, the new and improved Ben 2.0 has resurfaced in the MotoAmerica paddock full-time as a team principal (or "mascot," as he humorously claims).

Nowadays, he can often be found with a smile on his face, enjoying life with his wife and two daughters. In this episode, we dive into Ben’s story, exploring the journey that shaped him into a fierce competitor and what he’s learned about life since hanging up his leathers. We hope you enjoy and gain insights into one of the greats of our sport.

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Hailing from Owensboro, Kentucky, Hayden Gillim grew up in a racing family of three boys and cousin to Nicky, Tommy, and Roger Lee Hayden. His journey began at just three years old and has led to more than two decades of racing, securing multiple national championships in both road-racing and flat-track disciplines.

Typically very reserved, Hayden opens up in this episode about his entire life and the challenges that led him to question his passion for racing. Learn about the pivotal moments that made him step back from full-time racing and what inspired his return to the track instead of a career behind a desk. Join us for an honest conversation about the highs and lows of racing and Hayden’s journey back to his true passion.

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Chuck Aksland, the COO of MotoAmerica since its inception, is a driving force behind the current revival of American motorcycle road-racing.

Due to his low-key persona, many overlook Chuck’s extensive history and heritage as both a racer and a team manager at the highest levels of the sport for over two decades.

We believe it’s crucial not only to share his story but also to gain insights into the current state of MotoAmerica and what the future may hold for the sport.

This episode aims to offer a deeper understanding of one of the key decision-makers shaping the future of American motorcycle racing and the pedigree that justifies those decisions. We hope you enjoy!

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Current factory MotoAmerica Superbike racer Cameron Petersen's quest began at a very young age and has spanned the globe from his birthplace in Spain, childhood upbringing in Zimbabwe, to his current residence in Southern California.

The claimed South African grew up around racing under the tutelage of his father, ex-Grand Prix racer Robbie Petersen and moved to the US after achieving success in the early 2010's in the South African championship.

Cameron is currently in his third year of racing for one of the most coveted Superbike teams in the series and is a multi-time race winner. This achievement, which seemed like an unattainable dream just a few short years ago, was made possible by the immense sacrifices Cameron and his entire family made to pursue his dreams. We hope you enjoy learning more about Cam and just how tumultuous his journey has been.

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At 22 years old, Sean Dylan Kelly (@seandyankelly) has a motorcycle road-racing resume that has taken him and his family from their home base in Miami around the world and now back again. Despite his young age, Sean is very wise and has experienced some of the extreme highs and lows of racing that we consistently talk about throughout our various episodes. Sean's highs include racing in the Moto2 World Championship, while his lows involve facing the reality that he will have to put his dream of racing abroad on hold. In 2024, he will return home to race in MotoAmerica Superbike as a rookie. Sean shares his childhood experiences with us, detailing his time in Europe racing Moto2 and how it has shaped him both as a racer and a human being. We hope you enjoy this episode of Pipe Dreams!

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