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NM Speedshop: High Performance Harley - EP91 06/17/2025

NM Speedshop: High Performance Harley - EP91 On this episode of the Rust is Gold Coffee and Racing Podcast, hosted by Steven "Fenix" Maes, and Thaison " Hollywood" Garcia, the guys visit NM Speedshop, a high-performance motorcycle garage specializing in Harley Davidson builds and repairs. While their expertise centers on performance Harley Davidson motorcycles, their shop welcomes all motorcycle types for both custom performance builds and general repair services, creating a community hub for motorcycle enthusiasts of all kinds. Owners, Nick and Mike talk Harley's, racing and early riding experiences on two wheels - conversation flows with a little beer and pizza and everyone has a great time. Music by: Steven Lane "American Rocker" Video and Sound recording: Tom Figueroa FCD Productions, LLC Albuquerque, NM /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/37047260

The Litas: Albuquerque - EP90 05/22/2025

The Litas: Albuquerque - EP90 The Litas Albuquerque join the RIG guys in the season 7 premiere of the Rust is Gold Racing Podcast. Fenix and Hollywood sit down with Cristin Shea and Crystal Hatcher to talk about Litas history, women riders and upcoming events. The podcast is also now a webcast so check us out on YouTube at: for the entire podcast the day after the audio release. Theme song: American Rocker Written and performed by Steven Lane /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/36670115

NEW - Season 4 Update 05/03/2025

NEW - Season 4 Update MAY 1. 2025 -- We know it's been a little quiet the last few months but we've got lots of news and updates! More RUST IS GOLD RACING PODCASTS are on the way - bigger and better with some great new guests and more video. We're back from Biltwell 100 in Ridgecrest, CA we'll be dropping lots of new content May 7, 2025. /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/36421865

Bagger Daddy: Caleb Dante - EP88 09/30/2024

Bagger Daddy: Caleb Dante - EP88 Harley enthusiast and aspiring writer, Caleb Dante, joins the RIG guys in the shop to talk about motorcycle culture. Caleb shares his experience in MC culture from growing up around the clubs to writing and interviewing members for Live Forever Die Whenever magazine. Photo: Daniel Alexander Nicholson Hosted by: Steven 'Fenix' Maes & Thaison 'Hollywood' Garcia Theme Music "American Rocker" Written and performed by Steven Lane Social Media: @rustisgoldcoffee @rustisgoldracing Youtube: www.youtube.com/rustisgoldgarage /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/33262027

Jerrett Martin: Vintage Triumph Racer & Enthusiast - EP87 07/10/2024

Jerrett Martin: Vintage Triumph Racer & Enthusiast - EP87 After a short hiatus the Rust is Gold Racing Podcast is back! Joining Fenix and Hollywood at the coffee shop is friend and fellow vintage enthusiast Jerrett Martin. Jerrett is a vintage Triumph builder and racer who relocated to Albuquerque, New Mexico from Dallas, Texas in the last few years. He shares his experiences growing up in motorcycle shops, racing roadbikes and his new love for desert racing. Hosted by: Steven 'Fenix' Maes Thaison 'Hollywood' Garcia Music Theme: "American Rocker" Steven Colby Social Media: @rustisgoldcoffee @rustisgoldracing /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/32080772

Biltwell 100: RIG Postrace Podcast - EP86 04/08/2024

Biltwell 100: RIG Postrace Podcast - EP86 We did it! The Rust is Gold Racing Crew wraps up the Biltwell 100 on the road home to Albuquerque. After a grueling cold, windblown pre-race day, the guys hit the course and recount the highs and lows, lost parts, bruises and how the desert makes you dig deep and find the grit to finish this incredible desert race. Huge thanks to Biltwell for putting together a great time! Huge thanks to: and for pit crewing and being the media support and especially the friendship and camaraderie. Special Thanks to: Joe 'Sykey' Chavez and Tom Antreasian Music: American Rocker - Steven Colby @MotopiaNM @AllstateCreasemanAgency /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/30735813

Rude Choppers: Alex Vasquez Custom Builder - EP85 03/21/2024

Rude Choppers: Alex Vasquez Custom Builder - EP85 Hollywood and Fenix take the podcast on the road to Los Lunas, New Mexico. Rude Chopper Garage owner, builder and all-around moto-enthusiast Alex Vasquez shares some stories, insight and his love for two-wheels with the RIG Racing Boys. The new season of the show is being filmed for YouTube and released shortly after the Podcast airs. Hosted by: Steven 'Fenix' MaesThaison 'Hollywood' Garcia Filmed by: Tom Figueroa (FCD Productions) Music Theme: "American Rocker" Steven Colby /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/30488758

Evan Senn: Fast and Left Film - EP84 01/17/2024

Evan Senn: Fast and Left Film - EP84 Steven "Fenix" Maes, and Thaison "Hollywood" Garcia of The Rust is Gold Coffee & Racing Podcast are pretty stoked to have award winning filmmaker - Evan Senn, on the show to kick off 2024! Evan's short film documentary, Fast and Left - A flat track film, is a great intro to the world of flat track racing for the unitiated. Even more captivating than the bikes and the speeds however are the people that make up this exciting sport. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico and Motopia New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/29530878

Rachel Lepley: An Englishwoman in America - EP83 10/28/2023

Rachel Lepley: An Englishwoman in America - EP83 Moto-enthusiast, Rachel Lepley, rides 48 states in 48 days on her Royal Enfield Interceptor 650. She makes time to stop in to Rust is Gold Coffee and have a sit-down with Steven 'Fenix' Maes and Thaison 'Hollywood' Garcia to share some stories from the road give a the lads an English lesson! SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico and Motopia New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/28447193

Mikayla Moore: Road Racing's Newest Boss Girl - EP82 08/15/2023

Mikayla Moore: Road Racing's Newest Boss Girl - EP82 The guys welcome 19-year-old professional motorcycle road racer, and youngest member of the Royal Enfield - Build, Train, Race program to the show. Having grown up in her dad's garage turning wrenches and riding on the track since she could walk, Mikayla was a shoo-in for the cutting edge race program and has proved she's the one to beat on the track. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico and Motopia New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/27763497

Cassie Maier: Taking on the Biltwell 100 - EP81 06/21/2023

Cassie Maier: Taking on the Biltwell 100 - EP81 In the Season 6 Premiere of the RIG Racing Podcast a good friend of the shop, Cassie Maier, drops by to talk about competing in the Biltwell 100 Desert Race in Southern California. The guys sit down with Cassie in the first ever VideoCast and talk about the trials and tribulations of completing in the 100 mile desert race. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico and Motopia New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/27230256

Scott & Jeremy: Mama Tried Show / Flat Out Friday - EP80 04/08/2023

Scott & Jeremy: Mama Tried Show / Flat Out Friday - EP80 Scott Johnson and Jeremy Prach of the Mama Tried Motorcycle Show and Flat Out Friday join Fenix and Hollywood remotely for the last podcast of Season 5! Saving the best for last, the RIG crew gets the scoop on the Mama Tried and Flat Out events - how it all started, what it takes to put the events on and the importance of continuing the moto build and race traditions. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico and Motopia New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/26483874

Dave Swope: NM Motorsports Report - EP79 03/17/2023

Dave Swope: NM Motorsports Report - EP79 ESPN Radio 101.7FM Radio Personality, Dave Swope, joins Fenix and Hollywood on the podcast. As a motorsports enthusiast, racer and publisher of the New Mexico Motorsports Report Magazine, Dave brings some cool history and stories to the show. The guys talk about Albuqerque racing dynasty the Unser Family, Sandia Speedway history and the new racing news section that Rust is Gold Racing will be writing monthly for the New Mexico Motorsports Report Magazine. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico and Motopia New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/26257389

Bryan Ames: Flat Bastard Racing - EP78 02/17/2023

Bryan Ames: Flat Bastard Racing - EP78 New Jersey native and vintage motorcycle enthusiast, Bryan Ames gives Fenix and Thaison the lowdown on The Race of Gentlemen. Following his 2016 entry into the racing world through The Race of Gentlemen. Riding a borrowed 1941 Indian Scout, he was hooked, buying his beloved 1942 Harley-Davidson WLA a month later. The following year, FBR was born. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico and Motopia New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT IN THE RIG ONLINE STORE /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/25969947

Mystic Moto: Smells Like Team Spirit - EP77 01/26/2023

Mystic Moto: Smells Like Team Spirit - EP77 Graphic designer and moto-enthusiast, Molly Sunday, is a firm believer in the magic of motorcycles. She has turned her passion of two wheels and mysticism into a growing business featuring moto-themed candles that have a true retro vibe and smell like winning! SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico and Motopia New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT IN THE RIG ONLINE STORE /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/25736271

Luke Van Veghel: Cross Country Chase Youth Rider - EP76 01/02/2023

Luke Van Veghel: Cross Country Chase Youth Rider - EP76 24 year old, Luke Van Veghel of Little Chute, Wisconsin grew up helping his dad in the garage learning how to fix small engines and restore cars. He's always been fascinated with Route 66 and anything vintage transportation related. His dream was realized after winning one of four spots in the Cross Country Chase Antique Motorcycle ride on Route 66 from Illinois to California. The RIG Crew was able to meet Luke as he passed though Albuquerque, New Mexico on an antique Harley Davidson. Help support the show thought our Patreon, and get bonus content and extras! SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT IN THE RIG ONLINE STORE /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/25484334

Jaycee Jones: Riding the Royal Wave - EP75 12/14/2022

Jaycee Jones: Riding the Royal Wave - EP75 Royal Enfield brand ambassador and champion racer, Jaycee Jones, joins Fenix and Hollywood on the show to talk racing, builds and the the future of womens flat tracking. Jaycee is a member of the Royal Enfield – Build, Train, Race program – the first all-woman initiative teaching women to build and race their own motorcycle. Help support the show thought our Patreon, and get bonus content and extras! SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT IN THE RIG ONLINE STORE /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/25325490

Rob Root: Seattle Cossacks Stunt Team - EP74 11/07/2022

Rob Root: Seattle Cossacks Stunt Team - EP74 Since 1938 the Seattle Cossacks stunt and drill team have entertained motorcycle enthusiasts from around the world. Current member, Rob Root, joins Fenix and Hollywood at the Rust is Gold Coffee shop to share some history, behind the scenes stories and the future for the the oldest stunt riding teams in the country. PATREON SPONSORSHIP: https://www.patreon.com/RIGPodcast Help support the RIG TEAM Hosted by: Steven 'Fenix' Maes, Thaison 'Hollywood' Garcia Sponsored by: Law Tigers New Mexico and Motopia NM Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT IN THE RIG ONLINE STORE /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/24933600

Dana Perri: Battling On The Concrete - EP73 10/09/2022

Dana Perri: Battling On The Concrete - EP73 Fenix and Hollywood sit down with veteran flat track racer, Dana Perri, before the Battle on the Concrete indoor race in El Paso, TX. Dana shares his experiences on the track with some racing legends, and his passion for the sport. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico and Motopia New Mexico HOSTED BY: Steven 'Fenix' Maes and Thaison 'Hollywood' Garcia Recorded at the El Paso County Colosseum - Battle on the Concrete Race Day /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/24631392

Jason: Sims: The Cross Country Chase - EP72 09/13/2022

Jason: Sims: The Cross Country Chase - EP72 When Hollywood and Fenix find out that the Motorcycle Cannonball Run / Cross Country Chase is coming through Albuquerque featuring rare and vintage motorcycles - they have to track down organizer Jason Sims for a podcast. SPONSORED BY: Law Tiger New Mexico and Motopia New Mexico HOSTED BY: Steven 'Fenix' Maes, Thaison 'Hollywood' Garcia /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/24356295

The Pre-Race Show: Battle On the Concrete -EP71 09/07/2022

The Pre-Race Show: Battle On the Concrete -EP71 Fenix and Hollywood give a pre-race rundown of the Battle on the Concrete indoor flat track race in El Paso, Texas. A few of the racers drop in to the "green room" for some quick conversation about the track, their thoughts on racing and what to expect race night. PATREON SPONSORSHIP: Help support the RIG TEAM Hosted by: Steven 'Fenix' Maes, Thaison 'Hollywood' Garcia Sponsored by: Law Tigers New Mexico and Motopia /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/24300063

REK Kustoms: Keeping it Old School Cool – EP70 07/29/2022

REK Kustoms: Keeping it Old School Cool – EP70 Brothers Richard and Eddie Keller love the old school custom car culture - and as they say they have been, "Building cool crap since 2001." Their Bosque Farms Car Show is going on 23 years and only getting bigger and better. The brothers sit down with Fenix and Hollywood to talk classic cars and vintage style. Help support the show thought our Patreon, and get bonus content and extras! SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT IN THE RIG ONLINE STORE /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/23895423

Cameron Smith: Humble Beginnings and High Hopes - EP69 06/28/2022

Cameron Smith: Humble Beginnings and High Hopes - EP69 Coatesville, Pennsylvania native - Cameron Smith is a rising young star on the American Flat Track race scene. Not just a talented racer, with a passion for the sport, Cameron is a humble young man with a solid foundation. Help support the show thought our Patreon, and get bonus content and extras! SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT IN THE RIG ONLINE STORE /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/23571299

Matthew Ortiz: Swerve Custom Motorcycles - EP68 06/17/2022

Matthew Ortiz: Swerve Custom Motorcycles - EP68 Albuquerque custom motorcycle builder Matthew Ortiz joins Fenix and Hollywood at the Rust is Gold Coffee shop. Matthew loves motorcycles and has created some really beautiful bikes. His passion for taking his time and really focusing on the build one bike at a time is a refreshing change in these fast-paced times. Help support the show thought our Patreon, and get bonus content and extras! SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT IN THE RIG ONLINE STORE /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/23455922

Dustin Kott: The Urban Cafe Cowboy - EP67 05/16/2022

Dustin Kott: The Urban Cafe Cowboy - EP67 Custom moto-builder and early cafe racer enthusiast, Dustin Kott, joins Fenix and Hollywood on the podcast for a look at the current state of moto-builds, the cafe racer scene and resurrecting old bikes. Help support the show thought our Patreon, and get bonus content and extras! SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT IN THE RIG ONLINE STORE /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/23129717

Gary Inman: Sideburn Magazine - EP66 04/21/2022

Gary Inman: Sideburn Magazine - EP66 Steve and Thaison are stoked to have Sideburn Magazine founder and publisher - Gary Inman on the show. Gary gives some great insight in to the UK flat track racing scene and the slow growing interest in the sport. Help support the show thought our Patreon, and get bonus content and extras! SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT IN THE RIG ONLINE STORE /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/22871111

Tom Antreasian: Art and the Zen of Motorcycle Building – EP65 03/18/2022

Tom Antreasian: Art and the Zen of Motorcycle Building – EP65 Motorcycle collector and Museum Curator, Tom Antreasian, joins Hollywood and Fenix in the Rust is Gold Coffee Shop for a conversation on history, art and the zen of motorcycle building. As a graphic designer and a vintage motorcycle collector - Tom has a unique perspective on the history of racing in the southwest and what it means to share the knowledge gathered over the decades with the next generation of motorcycle enthusiasts. /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/22492199

Jim "Gumby" Langwell: Building Bikes Better - EP64 02/18/2022

Jim "Gumby" Langwell: Building Bikes Better - EP64 Custom Moto Builder and Flat Track Racer, Jim "Gumby" Langwell joins Hollywood, Fenix and Graywolf at the Rust is Gold Coffee Shop. The guys talk Sturgis racing, Indian Motorcycles and early New Mexico racing. Help support the show though our Patreon, and get bonus content and extras! https://www.patreon.com/join/RIGPodcast /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/22177577

RIG: Look Mom I'm on YouTube - EP63 01/16/2022

RIG: Look Mom I'm on YouTube - EP63 It's a new year and a new season! The Rust is Gold Racing Crew (Hollywood, Fenix, Sparky, Speedshark and The Barista Buddha), talk about the goals for season 2022 and all the YouTube shows and content that is available this year including - The Rust Is Gold Coffee Shop Web Series, Rollin' with RIG Car Show, The Moto Meetup Motorcycle Show and Sparky's Bench Electrical Tip and Tricks. /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/21790316

John Ryan Hebert: Through The Camera Eye - EP62 12/22/2021

John Ryan Hebert: Through The Camera Eye - EP62 Los Angeles based motorcycle and lifestyle photographer, John Ryan Hebert, joins Hollywood and Fenix - along with guest host and RIG barista Daniel Humphrey. John talks about capturing images for META magazine, the art of photography, racing motorcycles and his passion for riding. /episode/index/show/rustisgoldracing/id/21574751

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