Ricky Carmichael on the mindgames and battles with James & Chad, Suzuki Drama and the sport changing

[@SauceyDad]

It’s literally impossible to state what this means to 2000’s moto heads…that 2.5 hours felt like 15 minutes. THANK YOU RC AND BUBBA!!! Y’all just made my entire 2023 and it hasn’t even started yet. Wow. Just wow. GOATS 1a and 1b…can’t argue that.

[@athomerecordschannel]

Until you said the length the show was I didn't even thing about it. It did seem like about 15 minutes. when I was ending I was thinking "Already?". I don't think that I have ever sat down and watch two people having a simple conversation and paid such close attention and been so vested into it. Great comment.

[@acme511]

Yup I can't add anything to what you said

[@jarrodhutton8776]

Hell yea couldn’t agree more! Goldust 🙌

[@nfgsendit]

So true

[@robcocco8648]

took me hours to digest!

[@Kampy_]

2 dudes who were so competitive, it took 10~ish years of retirement for that competitive fire to finally die down enough for a conversation like this to happen. Love it

[@thebordenasylum7726]

It took them 15 years for us to be able to sit here and watch them reflect on their time together.

[@bryanfipps9774]

@@justinclackler8990 this is by far the worst statement I’ve ever seen. You’ve never won anything and it’s very clear. Ricky said himself James was faster brain dead take

[@bradley7079]

@@justinclackler8990 bruh that's a fucked up mentality

[@johntomasik1555]

Eloquently put. Couldn't have said it better.

[@otallono]

podcasts, youtube, social media as we know it is fairly new. They've probably been having conversations off the air for awhile.

[@NoVeilAnymore]

This is probably the single most important conversation to have ever been filmed in the history of motocross. To call this video iconic would be an understatement. Thank you both SO much for this episode, not only the best riders to ever do it but literally 2 of the coolest humans as well. Truly, there will never again be legends like James & Ricky

[@doglover136_]

next we need all three james chad and ricky

[@xxxxxxxxxxxx_xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]

No question. To see inside the mind games that were going on is epic. The whole /I thought you were going to bury me/man if you only knew how dead I was/ thing is just mind blowing. Two champions doing everything they can to hide the pain and stay on top.

[@Atomic6851]

Yes. Just awesome. So glad james started this podcast.

[@xaphan8581]

Agreed, the fact that they are running back races and going threw their thoughts on each other is so damn cool.

[@jonlamb9108]

O Okooi

[@hung8969]

“I wanted you to win more than chad” Ricky said “same” without even thinking. Best pod on KZbin rn

[@codystyles3077]

That's why Chad's such an important piece to the puzzle, awesome that James also mentioned having Chad on to talk shit and past times with him also. Chad and James explaining there positions back then would be even better!

[@user-zx1ir7jt4c]

@@codystyles3077 surely that will happen soon... Hopefully!

[@waynehearst317]

If you were fortunate enough to follow these two careers, as they went down as a superfan of the sport, you're so lucky again to watch this video. This video should be archived in the motocross hisotrical archives forever. The lessons learned are incredible. Just goes to show, doesn't matter how good you are, when faced with someone who's close to your speed and competition is introduced, most people fill their heads with self-doubt and fear. Both these badasses could not believe the other feared them or thought they weren't as good....this is gold.

[@ethansaltus3912]

Save this in my own feed 👍🏾

[@ryanlorance6168]

💯

[@ayjbray]

Absolutely!

[@lylelong9530]

Perfectly stated!

[@matthunter1667]

@@EarthSurferUSA lol dude riders crash all the time and make their way back to the front , that has nothing to do with the start. Those rhythm sections most definitely don't make it easier. There's riders doubling some sections whole other will triple, alot of passes happened in those rhythm sections on way different lines through the same section. Those rhythm sections are crazy technical and have so many different lines to run them at different speeds to make a pass.

[@Kampy_]

THAT was an all-timer. RC's compliment at the end had ME choked up

[@Bodie2020]

The last minute was the best when you saw the live that they have for each other. RC was speaking the truth about how James has carried and provided not only for himself but his entire family future. What most don’t realize is that if James didn’t succeed his parents would have went bankrupt and their story would be different. That is the pressure that young man had on him. Thank you James and Ricky for the memories!!

[@athomerecordschannel]

Ricky was so humble the entire sit down. Respect.

[@hughglass9618]

James is my fav rider ever, but Ricky is the GOAT

[@jonathanglover6727]

Mans the goat for a reason. Respect

[@evanburke4269]

That’s just Ricky man. He’s cocky but humble…he’s a great guy

[@jamesonclark8306]

I’ve not been a super fan of his announcing but seeing this side of him I really appreciate him

[@andrew_l1900]

You don’t have to talk yourself up when you’re so great other people do it for you

[@TheHemiphil81]

Best podcast I've ever watched. You guys could literally do this one a month and we will watch.

[@rickstorms]

This was the best thing I've probably ever watched and for so many different reasons. You two and the Reed days were absolutely amazing. I love that you guys are all getting along after all the battles and drama you've been through. You're all legends for different reasons.

[@cwpitsenbarger3295]

This is the kinda shit I'm here for. The battles, blood sweat and tears these two went through that I got to watch while growing up was awesome. Now im older and a father to its beyond awesome to watch RC and bubba talk and see how they both feared and respected each other while racing. I think the world needs more dirt bike riders!

[@mikebrown41182]

Honestly i cant get much better than this, perhaps if Chad was at the table aswell. But honestly i almost get emotional because that was my highschool era and the sport that gave me so much, and back in those days we had to wait to download the races to see them afterwards because overseas we did not have the same chanels, so we had to stay away from vital and transworld to not get the results (most of the time) we could watch the race one day after, than read the magazines. By this time now all these years later i think both Carmichael / Stew and Reed knows how much impact they had on thousands of fans worldwide, the sport was at its peak and for me personaly it helped me through some rough years. IT is so great to listen to the best the sport ever had and will have, call me biased but i dont see it the sport ever be the same again as it was in the 90´s and early 2000´s. Thanks for this Bubba.

[@44sammy4]

I would torrent download the races

[@mikebrown41182]

@@44sammy4 You and me both 👍🏼, but some of them pre 06 was before slicknick started to upload them. So i had to visit piratebay to get them. Than slicknick came in 06-07 if i remember correctly also at various torrent sites. It was the only way we could see the races, only a few had speed and those chanels abroad, it was a luxury.

[@elasticsoldier0257]

Bloody amazing ,, thanks for the memories guys.

[@thomasmautino138]

I am 53 yrs old and have seen a lot of racing in my day, but this era with you three racing in 05,06,07 was my favorite hands down. Thank You!!!!

[@TheCapixClan]

Holy shit fellas, I apologize for cussing on this one but man this is legendary. As a kid watching this unfold & still here for the sport, it’s an unexplainable moment. Like RC said, TP with you two to reunite can’t be topped!!! Keep it in mind James 😅 Love to you all, thank you for this. It’s so much more appreciated than you know 👊🏻❤️

[@fullnoyz7670]

I’m laying in bed with a jacked back, this is the best pod cast that could of ever happened! Thank you the fastest man on the planet and the goat! That was awesome!!

[@georgeherrick4530]

I'm I n bed with Covid

[@straightnobraker4677]

Ya I just broke my wrist, should be riding today but at least I found this 🤷‍♂️

[@pingpong4016]

Bringing these two together is one of the most important events in motocross history honestly. This brings me such an insane amount of joy after watching these two battle for so long. This brings my childhood and adulthood so much joy. Very well done!

[@Maczust63]

Full circle... well one more with Reed.... Then with Travis then full circle.

[@purplehead9511]

This is incredible, so thankful for this amazing insight into the best period of racing I ever saw. These two guys elevated our sport to a whole new level, thank you both so much for the amazing memories 🔥

[@jcasey2309]

I legitimately feel sorry for fans of the sport watching modern supercross and motocross. These guys (including Travis) were the only superheros I needed growing up.

[@cw3728]

I had to stop watching it because they stopped putting it on KZbin, which I think was really bad for the sport, was like it didn't exist anymore.

[@matthunter1667]

Dude a 19 yr old Australian kid is straight piping in the 250 class and watching how fast and smooth he is/ taking different lines and just straight checking out ,reminds me of these dudes so much. When the aussie wrecks, he quickly makes his way back through the pack and up front with crazy speed and line choices , it's pretty exiting to watch such a young rider control a bike like Jett.

[@cw3728]

@@matthunter1667 how do you watch it?

[@matthunter1667]

@@cw3728 I watch it on peacock

[@jordanemede]

I wouldn't go that far man damn...I feel sorry for the people who used to watch it and stopped. I'm a rider and fan for life no matter what channel or how I have to watch it. We race.

[@jonf934]

Two massive parts of my childhood and adolescence sitting at the same table having amazing conversations. I love this so, so much. James, Ricky, thank you.

[@davidj.diehlii6607]

I have been waiting for this for about 12 years! My two heroes from my childhood are absolutely epic.

[@Simpsons.R.S]

watching these two my entire life... now listening to them talk about being parents. man did this hit hard. time does fly by.

[@trockstar303]

One for the books. James, if you read these, just want to say thanks for everything you put into racing and everything you sacrificed. We're the same age, and as a rider there was no one more exciting to watch. Me and my friends were always rooting for you. You might as well of had an S badge on your chest because there was always this feeling that you could have done the impossible, because a lot of times you did. Championships are just one measure, there's a lot of champs out there, but there's only one Bubba and you changed the sport in a way that very few have. Great competitors bring the best out of each other, you and RC put on a hell of a show. Its incredible to see you guys have this conversation, and grateful for all that you both have given the sport.

[@HandsomeBeanz]

man...this sit down between two legends is a dream come true for me. I was a teenager watching these two put together the greatest era of sx/mx in history (IMO). These conversations were what I always thought each rider was thinking during those days. It feels unreal watching them finally come together to discuss some of the greatest battles I've ever witnessed, and hope to witness again someday.

[@douglassloan6831]

What an amazing conversation. There's so much posturing and chest beating in the day when you have to play the mind games. But now, it's so awesome just to hear the real feelings and commentary about what was going on. Thank you guys so much for sharing these incredible moments with us. Priceless.

[@chriscurbstompscm]

Been waiting on this conversation for YEARS... the GOAT and the Fastest Man on the Planet! Thank you both!

[@connorohagan7847]

What a trip down memory lane. I was an aussie kid cheering on the Chad but I lived for the weekend to watch the 3 of you go at it. Props to Ricky for being so humble and honest and giving credit where it’s due. Loved every minute of it

[@tannerthoos9562]

I love how detailed their memories are. You can even hear it in their voices about losses that still eat at them. Absolutely love listening to guys who are this competitive share their POV

[@hughglass9618]

We might not ever see racing like these two gave us ever again. I still re-watch old races and get just as anxious now as I did then. Freaking love it!

[@tylerannjohnson]

Best one yet. Ricky's words at the end show what kind of man he is. Awesome, loved this and hearing their respect for each other.

[@KyleSchwanz]

That has to be one of the best podcasts I’ve ever listen to. You guys were so amazing for the sport and it’s really fun listening to your stories. I hope that you do more like this in the future.

[@adzythepwcblokeinaustralia5467]

I’m an Australian and watching you three race so hard with so much passion made your time racing so good that it’s legendary stuff today .

[@SosopChabot]

I’m 40 and watched every race there talking about, you guys just made my day, love the honesty and in-depth thoughts. Thank you!

[@jeffhanson664]

The Greatest Bubba’s World so far! Two of the Best to ever race motorcycles and I am so thankful to have lived to see it. Class Acts for sure, both of you guys have been inspirational to so many over the years. Kids On The Couch 2 will Kill, the ratings will be Epic and that episode will be another one for The Vault!

[@AC-oe5jc]

You two don't know how much this means when you share actual emotions. We all put you on a super human pedestal and assumed you were just perfect. Respect.

[@rbmcrew47]

By far the best bubbas world podcast to date!

[@Wil482Senior]

OMG!!! This is by far the best moto podcast I've ever heard! This is the conversation that us hard core moto fans have been watching 15 years for. PLEASE do a part 2! We could listen to this for 6 hours.

[@craigb.5650]

This was just as good as watching these 2 battle on the track. This episode is the best moto show on YT, hands down.

[@mustafajohnson3715]

My face is literally hurting from smiling so hard from watching this. Seeing these 2 together is just awesome! Thank you for getting this done!!!

[@beagon6420]

Dude, two of the greatest athletes in the history of the world. So grateful for this.

[@boblarry7879]

This means the world to me seeing these two on a podcast together. My childhood and my shaping years that molded me into the person I am today happened when these two were racing at the same time I was racing. Easily the best time to be a part of the sport. Will always appreciate my dad for introducing me to the sport at a very young age and pushing me as hard as he did to show me what I was/am capable of at times of adversity. RIP dad I love you.

[@doglover136_]

now we need all three james chad and ricky, that should be a very long but legendary podcast

[@jacksondaniels8169]

Two of the most pure hearted people in racing. This was a great interview. I’m honored that my 2 sons and I were able to see these 2 race at Washougal during those golden years. By the way, James I’d like to say thanks again for signing a pair of your goggles for my son between races at the 06 Washougal race. We still have them today.

[@lylelong9530]

I grew up watching motocross in the era of DeCoster, Lackey, Mikkola, Hannah, Marty Smith, DiStefano etc. I got to see those legends race in person as a teenager. 50 years a fan of MX & SX. McGrath is the King of SX. These two men right here are the gold standard of American Motocross. Game changers!! I loved watching you two race and I love what you both have done for the greatest sport ever created. This conversation is a pure pleasure to witness. The fire between you both was nuclear! Two badasses that became great men. Thank you for taking the time do share this & when do you get together again? I would love to hear about the perfect seasons and MXoN stories! You guys ROCK!!

[@lylelong9530]

@@EarthSurferUSA I rode but not at a level worth mentioning. Professional guitarist by calling. MX is my favorite sport. Got my first bike as a kid.

[@pseitz]

Literally my childhood hero’s sittin down chattin. Definitely the dudes that got me to love dirt bikes. Dream come true podcast. Please keep doing these!

[@raymondharold5973]

The memory’s of you and Ricky from mini’s to professional racing are implanted in so many people’s lives, your dedication to being the best has changed our sport FOREVER! Thank you for bringing us down memory lane! We love you you’ve become the men our kids can strive become on and off the track! GOD BLESS YOU! 🙏❤️💪🇺🇸😁

[@johnthompson5302]

I’m 15 mins into this and I had to stop and rewind it because this is the greatest conversation Ive ever had the privilege of listening to! Kids today just can’t comprehend the level these two guys were on! This is like Jordan and Kobe, Ali and Tyson, Brady and manning! Rog over there on the left is literally the luckiest person ever! I hope every kid that’s into racing watches this and takes as much as they can from it. This is what perfection is! I love this so much….

[@bigcncguy]

Add Chad and you have the greatest SX podcast of all time, never to be beaten

[@jbx804]

First time in a while I actually sat through an entire 2 hour podcast

[@danieldinatale9414]

That was the best video I have ever watched on KZbin. I love this podcast. James and Ricky are like no other. LEGENDS FOREVER

[@FlowJunkie65]

This is such an awesome and enlightening discussion about all kinds of stuff that we, just fans, were never privy to. Pretty cool knowing that these guys raced as KIDS and hung around and were friends all these years. Outstanding episode, guys. 🤜🤛

[@xaphan8581]

Not even half way in and this is so amazing. I always wanted to hear these two look back on these races. Just amazing.

[@dekancaine]

Probably my favorite pod cast of all time. These 2 where my whole childhood / early adult life. These guys were so good and so much better. They def changed the sport

[@FalseHope61]

When Ricky said, when he retired, he felt like it took something out of James. I’ve said that for years. Like it killed james’ motivation or drive to beat the older big brother.

[@King-ch1bi]

I agree fully with this... I don't think nobody push him like ricky

[@rcafmaintainer3723]

Yup; I think that is what happened. They brought out the best in each other.

[@jtb0883]

I always wondered what really happened to James after RC retired. Didn't realize the Yamaha was that bad of a bike. Hard to believe Cooper Webb has as many 450 SX championships as Stewart.

[@FalseHope61]

@@jtb0883 I know James claims it was the bike. But man for a talent of that nature. Wouldn’t you expect him to just figure out how to ride around those issues? It wasn’t like he hopped on the Suzuki and all of a sudden was winning titles. He was still crashing and hurting himself. Ricky did. You ever seen that 2002-2003 Honda? Good god. Gotta be one of the worst bikes to ever hit a dirtbike track.

[@AB-ud1hi]

Watching in 90s and 00’s and thinking “wtf are they thinking about”. Same as the rest of us. Except the part where you guys can actually ride that is. Ditto on the felt like 15 min. Thanks for this.

[@texasturbo14]

This one of the greatest interviews I've ever watched involving motocross. Two of the fastest guys on the planet that revolutionized the sport to what it is now. I really Hope you interview Chad and TP as well!!!!

[@G-TownJoker]

If you’re talking about revolutionized the sport , and I know he wasn’t on the show but in terms of guys that revolutionized the sport Jeremy McGrath had as big of an impact as RC and JS7 , maybe even bigger. Bringing his skills from BMX and staying low and fast over jumps changed everything. Ricky changed everything with how hard he trained off the bike , and Stewart came in and took staying low and fast over a Jump to a whole new level with the scrub. Nobody even today can scrub a jump like JS7. But the way guys raced until MC came in arguably had a bigger change as far as revolutionizing the sport.

[@kcj1017]

I think it’s awesome 15 years later they both still remember each corner they were battling and what their mind set was. They both have crazy respect for each other! This is what racing is all about.

[@mann277]

RC pumped JS the whole interview. He’s definitely an encourager. Lots of good memories, thanks for hosting it Bubba. Btw, your hosting skill are top notch 👌🏼

[@jtb0883]

He doesn't give himself enough credit honestly. Yeah, James was the fastest guy ever in supercross, no denying that but he also wasn't one to ever settle for second. "IF" RC happened to be faster on a given night, James was either going to match his pace or crash trying. So i don't really agree with RC saying he never beat James straight up (no slight against James), it's just James never really gave him many opportunities.

[@Drtbykr1]

I was a huge Bob Hannah fan, shows how old I am. Then JS7 became my fav. athlete ever! RC and Chad, I didn’t like but you had to respect RC’s abilities! I saw them race TO 2005, RC said on the podium, “he was toying with me”, exactly like he said on the broadcast. Made my week.

[@4spbiz]

Can't wait for kids on the couch. The Moto world rarely talks about that moment but it's always been one that stood out in my mind that the three of you were all revolutionary game changers. Ricky brought a new level of focus and intensity in prepping for racing, James you brought an entirely new style of riding that everybody does now, and of course you were the first prominent African-American Motocross rider in the United States and you dominated. I've often said you are to Motocross as a black man what Eminem is to rap as a white man. And Travis changed everything helped create a brand new sport and made himself a worldwide celebrity still going strong today. So grateful that I got to be fans of and watch all three of you do your thing. I'm still a fan too.

[@ronk6553]

Wtf 😂😂

[@ronk6553]

You think Eminem is the best rapper ever? Because James is by far fastest ever. Don’t make it racial bro damn.

[@jimmyseedarsan111]

Rc was the best all Mx racer ever.. Mc was the best Sx racer ever.. Bubba yes was the fastest ever… What’s your point @ronk6553

[@suprakc1]

Gosh this means the world to so many of us. Thank you guys.

[@BennyBen9]

This is absolute motocross gold. I've watched you whole carriers from start to finish , every race every interview. I could never get bored of this. Great to hear the Insights from both of your sides. Its really interesting hearing what you each did to beat the other. I live the detail and all the intricacies. You both chnaged the games completely. No era had lived up to what you 2 and Chad did . I'm glad to be witness to it from uk. Definitely have to recreate the kids on the couch that would be epic!! The only thing RC knows is where the gas and the water goes 🤣. And what happened to dede burns !!

[@chasincreationz9364]

This was the best moto podcast episode I’ve ever listened to. And I’ve listened to A LOT.

[@kevingatlin3466]

I waited years for this. Simply awesome. Two of the best.

[@Flexyhead]

Thanks from all us mx addicts. Pure gold. James you have jumped in where you left off, bloody legend and a game changer, no other podcast has what you have, and thats you

[@smogmanvaldez]

I was flagging that San Francisco Mud fest , I couldn’t believe the speed the both of you had in that down pour. I remember flagging in the whoops section and in the main event pouring rain and Chad goes down almost right in front of me he was so muddy and frikin pissed . Definitely Not ideal race conditions but you guys were still ripping on the track . Thank the both of you and Chad when you guys came to race in NorCal awesome time and thanks for the memories!

[@socaljimmyd]

This is why I absolutely love SX! I went to my first SX as a kid in the 70’s and I’ve been hooked ever since! Spent lots of time at the LA Coliseum, Rose Bowl, and of course Angels stadium. I never miss going to A-1 and have been going for decades. Seeing RC and James battle was some of the best racing I’ve ever witnessed! James was insanely fast in SX and RC was the outdoor master! Glen Helen was one race I’ll never forget! Those two had battles both motos! To listen to two of the greatest riders sit back and reminisce about their old racing days! In 2005 when James moved up and challenged RC showed us some of the best racing ever! Would be cool if Reed was at the table as well. So much respect between those two on the track, and they didn’t like each other back then but the respect was there! I hope they do a part 2-3-4-5 I could listen to the two of them for hours and hours about racing! Thank you James for this! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@OnlyZigg]

What a podcast! Such a pleasure to hear these two talk about things I grew up watching. Maybe in the future there could be a podcast with the 3 guys of that era; Ricky, James, and Chad???

[@krissyfoster8005]

what amazes me is how these guys recall every race!?!? do they have help? because i didn't get to race nearly the years they did and i have trouble remembering every single detail of every race!!! lol. but I LOVED watching every second of you guys' battles!!

[@donnyvedder3260]

Thank you guys, this was a great Christmas present! Thanks Cole

[@colebeachphoto27]

Thanks for watching! 👊

[@MegaStreet11]

Ricky is the GOAT because of how humble he is. He knows he doesn't need to say anything. And I think its cool to see Stewart get some validity for how fast he was even when he didn't cash in as much as he could have.

[@byrd955]

Great to see these 2 guys talking.......get Chad on and you get the HAT TRICK.................... Merry Christmas to all.!!!!!!!!!!!

[@fzrd400]

I feel like all my time growing up watching you guys race is now complete. Best thing I've seen in a very long time. THANK YOU.

[@Thehennyshow]

You can’t write this shit… what a story these two have shared. Just epic! Can’t wait for kids on the couch 🤙🏼

[@tkoking2010]

Thank you guys. I've been watching moto x since 1978 and I say honestly that the intensity and integrity that you two brought to the game is the pinnacle of the sport for me. I got to shoot a SX race in Vancouver in Ricky's final full season where James won and it absolutely blew my mind to witness it at track level. Thanks again for sharing your honest insights and reliving those races with us fans. Maximum respect.

[@lifeisgood3589]

What's so fascinating is you have not arguably but the fastest SX rider of all time and the fastest MX rider of all time in the same room talking about the best riding indoors and Outdoors in the history of the sport. JS races a long time so the new generations know how talented he really was. But they dont realize why RC is called the goat. Amazing to finally get this. And RC is just so humble even after knowing he had JS covered outdoors and humble enough to admit JS greatness in doors and the same for Stewart, I love it

[@ronk6553]

James was fastest ever. Not winningest but fastest and most talented by far.

[@lifeisgood3589]

@@ronk6553 James was the fastest ever on a Supercross track. You can watch 05-07 Outdoors to clearly see RC dominance of James and everyone else. Its all over youtube. James beat RC outdoors just a couple of times and 2 out of 3 RC either wrecked or lost a google lense. The rest of the time he either took off and never looked back or he would pass him then gap him. RC fell a few times and still caught and gapped James. And this was when he was on a 4 stroke. You can blame it on the 2 stroke in 05 but not gonna fly in 06 and 07. James admitted in the pod cast RC had him second guessing himself out doors. Im a fan of both of them but you JS fans kill me with this same thing and all the excuses of why he's really faster although RC beat him outdoors 99 % of the time.

[@830Moto]

This is Literally the first podcast I’ve ever watched the whole thing. Watching used to race through the years was the best time for Moto in my opinion. Also, growing up in Annapolis and racing with Travis when we were kids is something I’ll always remember. Can’t wait to see kids on the couch, I think that takes us back to the best time for most of us

[@GixrGuy]

Peace be with you James😌 SUPER GREAT!!! Amazing interview/conversation. Merry Christmas!

[@nastystang113]

This was such an amazing podcast. It’s exactly why Ricky and Bubba are the GOATs. PS: James, we rode together at Bithlow in Orlando in probably ~2004? I have a photo of us in a turn. It’s hilarious because we both were wearing exactly the same gear minus the helmet (and bike lol). You came with another guy and he was riding one of your bikes. I think you were driving a Silverado. I really appreciate how nice you were to me. I was a young kid and I looked up to you both.

[@rickperez3238]

That was the best Christmas present ever , Awesome show , Cool to see two of the most talented riders reminisce about old times, That the best thing about our sport, The memories, especially with two icons of the sport , Man this was priceless, Thank you guys again .

[@philipk3454]

That was AMAZING!! Thank you! That was and forever will be my most favorite time in the sport. Just the best. You guys gotta get Chad and RC on at the same time! Hell I almost teared up at the end. Just epic.

[@anthonymacaluso1488]

These guys brought Soo much to the sport

[@nate2838]

Something that occured to me while watching this awesome conversation - you cant be competitive (mental attitude) with someone you don't respect. To be competitive with someone that has to be a significant level of respect. I'm grateful we get to see these guys hang out together relax.

[@CaddyJim]

From 2001 through 2022 every Supercross champion had been part of the baker training program except for Reed & Eli. So with 2 championships each means 17 out of 21 were

[@Thefloridaman850]

Growing up and watching these guys go head to head was the reason I started racing dirt bikes. So awesome to see these two swap stories about these iconic battles!

[@CaddyJim]

Only pic that competes with a young *RC Bubba & Pastrana* on the couch. Is *2006 Phoenix* with *4* greats on the Podium *RC* (1st) *Bubba* (2nd) *CR* (3rd) & *MC* (Holeshot) award but finished (4th)

[@brettcrawford4215]

Man, I've wanted to hear these two talk for so long. Always wondered what they really thought of each other. Both of them changed the sport and pushed like I've never seen before. We all knew watching that they were riding at such dangerous speeds and got a lot of crap for being out of control or crashing a lot, but when your pushing your body, engine, suspension, and tires that hard, your gonna get out of control. I remember a fellow employee complaining that she hates watching the races since these two won everything but she didn't understand that it was racing we'll probably never see again. Also, they were racing by themselves because no one else could physically go that fast or were willing to take the same risks to win. These two rarely lost and it wasn't in their nature to lose. You are both GOATS in my mind and did so much for the sport in so many ways. Thank you for all the great racing and risking your lives for our entertainment (as bad as that sounds).

[@michaelgrubbs1618]

If you two guys want to break the internet. Do Play Riding day at James Stewart's house and film it

[@rcafmaintainer3723]

They will end up breaking themselves!! They don’t give it half ass lol

[@michaelpowell628]

I've been waiting for this for over 10 years. Super stoked

[@ps3glichers]

King of Supercross vs King of Motocross

[@yamac488]

MC is there too?

[@ps3glichers]

@@yamac488 RC handled

[@rowieg2172]

Thanks so much for the best racing ever and the best ridding most entertaining battles in history . . 🍾

[@brettgravlin579]

71-76 caprice or impala is the OG donk

[@lamontrichmond4609]

And caprice

[@terryfonz4603]

That was so great! Talking about the battles and the corners they remembered every little detail! Such a great time fun interview! Thanks guys

[@toddshagena4360]

Thank you Bubba and Ricky, this is priceless to those of us who watched all those years. I appreciate how sincere you both are and the respect you both have always shown to each other! You both have elevated our sport, have been, and still are, great role models for current and upcoming racers. I hope to continue seeing both of you, being an active part of our sport for years to come, and continue to share your stories with us! You both have given this sport so much! THANK YOU!!!

[@jakk9278]

Best podcast up to date! Much respect to both, especially the part when you said Ricky yourself and Travis change the sport, in diff ways. I’ve been saying that for years. Now every determined racer follows suit. 💯 I’m so thankful to watch you folks do it live!

[@bsgolf8343]

I enjoyed this podcast more than anything I have watched in a long time. This was great to hear these two and how much they respect each other.

[@dalemerwin2622]

Be nothing but a huge smile on my face listening to this one. Golden! You’re both so humble…the greatest ever!

[@chriswright6218]

Podcast of the year …Thankyou James and crew doing that’s made my Christmas 💪🏻🤘🏼

[@bryanminter15]

This was maybe the best Moto podcast I’ve ever listened to. Epic stories!

[@jamesoconnor1081]

Two legends of the sport. Thank you both for all the great years of racing. And thank you for staying involved in the sport and sharing a conversation like this so openly. It’s amazing to hear the stories, your shared experiences, the strategy, and most of all for you guys to celebrate the success & memories together. It would be awesome if you did this again and talked about the newer legends of the sport. I’d love to hear what you feel has evolved, what they progressed, and talk about the nuances of their riding.

[@jamesoconnor1081]

I’ll add - part of what drove my last statement was JS’s commentary during Budd’s Creek. The analysis was incredible and I’d love to hear the two of you discuss this about other riders. Also what would it be like racing Sexton and Tomac? Totally theoretical of course, but would be super interesting.

[@urbanadventurer5]

It’s so good to see these two together chatting it up. 👍🏾👏🏾