The Steve Matthes Show on RacerX
Steve Matthes covers the sport of supercross/motocross from all angles, this is the feed for the Racer X podcast show, Pulpmxfantasy.com show, FXR One on One, and the post-race Pulpcasts.
Episodes
TLD/Race Tech The Blair Matthes Project "We'll Race'em When its Time"
It's The Troy Lee Designs Race Tech Blair Matthes Project where industry insiders Daniel Blair and Steve Matthes dig in on a multitude of topics. In today's episode, we break down Jett Lawrence's return to form, what happens as the Coenen brothers join in on the fun, and much more. Let's dive in!
FXR One on One: Ken Essex
Save at FXRRacing.com with Pulpmx30 code and also thanks to Firepower Parts and Maxxis Tires. Kawasaki Sr Manager of Marketing gets on the podcast to talk about the new KX327 two-stroke, why the delay, the innovations, when it's coming out and more. Then we talk about RV going back green, MC being an ambassador, 2026 SX and more
PulpMX Fantasy: Thunder Valley MX 2026
Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing & 100%
Leatt presents: LVK: More Than Moto "Coenens Incoming"
It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In this episode, we preview what to expect from Lucas and Sacha Coenen electing to race the Thunder Valley Pro Motocross National as the championship leaders in MXGP. It's all brought to you by Leatt, Alpinestars, ICON Meats,
Hangtown MX 2026 Review
Wrapping up action from the race weekend, covering all the scoops, with the normal cast of characters.
TLD/Race Tech The Blair Matthes Project "Round One!"
It's The Troy Lee Designs Race Tech Blair Matthes Project where industry insiders Daniel Blair and Steve Matthes dig in on a multitude of topics. In today's episode, we talk about Hunter Lawrence's performance, Eli Tomac missing time, Haiden Deegan's debut, and more. Let's dive in!
PulpMX Fantasy: Hangtown MX 2026
Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing, & 100%
Guest: Kenny Day
We talk to Kenny Day about his big move to Alpinestars, what led to that, what happened his first time around at A Stars, his days at Fox, getting into the industry, Traders Racing and more. Thanks to Fly Racing, use the code Pulpmx to save there, Renthal, Maxxis, Race Tech, Motosport.com, On-X Maps, Brunt Work Wear- use the code Pulpmxshow to save there
Leatt presents: LVK: More Than Moto "No Time For Hangovers"
It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In this episode, we react to things we saw at the opening round of Pro Motocross and lay out some key storylines to follow moving forward. It's all brought to you by Leatt, Alpinestars, ICON Meats, and Partzilla.
Pala MX 2026 Review
Wrapping up action from the race weekend, covering all the scoops, with the normal cast of characters.
Pala 2026 MX Post-Race Interviews
Post-race interviews brought to you by Pro Circuit.
Guest: Kevin Windham
KW takes time out from the Intense Cycles demo day to talk about his interest in the company, e-bikes, thoughts on Pala, his own career and more.
PulpMX Fantasy: Fox Raceway MX 2026
Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing, & 100%
TLD/Race Tech BMP VS Leatt LVK!
It’s the ultimate motocross talk show crossover! Jason Weigandt hosts as Steve Matthes and Daniel Blair of The Blair Matthes Project go head-to-head with Lewis Phillips and Kellen Brauer from Lewis vs. Kellen: More Than Moto. In a format inspired by Around the Horn, Weigandt dishes out hot topics, awards points for the best takes, and crowns one winner at the end. This time we're diving into hot b
FXR One on One: Jesse Wentland
Save at FXRRacing.com with Pulpmx30 code and also thanks to Firepower Parts and Maxxis Tires. Dunlop's Jesse Wentland talks about the new MX54 and the development of that, his job at Dunlop, how long a tire takes to develop, his racing days, scoop tire talk and more.
2026 250MX Preview
JT, Weege and Matthes look ahead to the 2026 250MX season and preview it.
2026 450MX Preview
Matthes, JT and Weege get together to talk about what we think is going to happen in the 450MX this summer.
Renthal Reaction: Coenens Coming to America
Matthes calls up Jason Thomas to chat about the news that Lucas and Sacha Coenen coming to Lakewood national, their potential, other races they might do, will they be here in 2027 and more.
Leatt presents: LVK: More Than Moto "MX Predictions"
It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In this episode, we lay it on the line and try to predict some wild things we expect to happen for the 2026 Pro Motocross season. It's all brought to you by Leatt, Alpinestars, ICON Meats, and Partzilla.
Guest: Fly Proving Ground Opening Day
Matthes spends the day up at WPS/Fly Racing HQ as they open their new Proving Ground track next door to their buildings and talks to JT, Cole Siebler, Dalton Braun, Trey Turner and THE Damon Bradshaw about that, bench racing, industry stuff and more.
PulpMX Fantasy: 2026 SX SLC/SZN Review & Winner interview
Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing, & 100%
Leatt presents: LVK: More Than Moto "SX Season Reaction"
It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In this episode, we go back to what we thought might happen at the beginning of the season and react to our preseason thoughts. It's all brought to you by Leatt, Alpinestars, ICON Meats, and Partzilla.
FXR One on One: David Kaiser
Save at FXRRacing.com with Pulpmx30 code and also thanks to Firepower Parts and Maxxis Tires. After forty years in the motocross business and most recently with Renthal, David Kaiser talks about retirement, working for Renthal, his path from Chicago to SoCal, Pro Taper/Answer days, Eddie Cole, Jim Hale, how to survive in the industry and more.
Salt Lake City SX 2026 Review
Wrapping up action from the race weekend, covering all the scoops, with the normal cast of characters.
Salt Lake City 2026 SX Post-Race Interviews
Post-race interviews brought to you by Pro Circuit.
TLD/Race Tech The Blair Matthes Project "One Point!"
It's The Troy Lee Designs Race Tech Blair Matthes Project where industry insiders Daniel Blair and Steve Matthes dig in on a multitude of topics. In today's episode, we discuss this close 450SX title fight, what happens with the Rockstar Husqvarna shut down, and more. Let's dive in!
Renthal Reaction: Rockstar Husqvarna Folding Up
Perebijnos and Matthes get on the phone to discuss Husqvarna folding uo the factory team end of 2026, what it means for other teams, Hampshire and Stewart questions, J Coop talk and more!
PulpMX Fantasy: Salt Lake City SX 2026
Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing, & 100%
Leatt presents: LVK: More Than Moto "The Decider"
It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In this episode, we try to predict how things will go down at the Salt Lake City finale between Ken Roczen and Hunter Lawrence, Jorge Prado's defensive tactics, what's eating at Lewis, and much more. It's all brought to you b
Denver SX 2026 Review
Wrapping up action from the race weekend, covering all the scoops, with the normal cast of characters.
Denver 2026 SX Post-Race Interviews
Post-race interviews brought to you by Pro Circuit.
TLD/Race Tech The Blair Matthes Project "CR is right"
It's The Troy Lee Designs Race Tech Blair Matthes Project where industry insiders Daniel Blair and Steve Matthes dig in on a multitude of topics. In today's episode, we pick who will win this 450SX title, break down Cole Davies' rise to the top, and more. Let's dive in!
Leatt presents: LVK: More Than Moto "Performance Markers"
It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In this episode, we hand out end-of-season grades to some of the biggest names in the sport. Who passed, who barely survived, and who completely flunked? We also dive into one of the most interesting questions in the paddock
PulpMX Fantasy: Denver SX 2026
Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing, & 100%
Philly SX 2026 Review
Wrapping up action from the race weekend, covering all the scoops, with the normal cast of characters.
Philadelphia 2026 SX Post-Race Interviews
Post-race interviews brought to you by Pro Circuit.
TLD/Race Tech The Blair Matthes Project "Bam's Back!"
It's The Troy Lee Designs Race Tech Blair Matthes Project where industry insiders Daniel Blair and Steve Matthes dig in on a multitude of topics. The rumor mill is swirling with some Chase Sexton talks, a bunch of options of Star Yamaha's 250 program, and much more. Let's dive in!
PulpMX Fantasy: Philly SX 2026
Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing, & 100%
Leatt presents: LVK: More Than Moto "Phil the Mediator"
It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In Episode 100, Phil Nicoletti joins us to settle some of our debates, talk moto, and much more. It's all brought to you by Leatt, Alpinestars, and Partzilla.
Cleveland SX 2026 Review
Wrapping up action from the race weekend, covering all the scoops, with the normal cast of characters.
2026 Cleveland SX Post-Race Interviews
Post-race interviews brought to you by Pro Circuit.
TLD/Race Tech The Blair Matthes Project "Two Mains?"
It's The Troy Lee Designs Race Tech Blair Matthes Project where industry insiders Daniel Blair and Steve Matthes dig in on a multitude of topics. Weather is slated to hit the Cleveland area and we discuss whether they will stick to the Triple Crown format, how much this could affect both championships, and much more!
FXR One on One: Julien Perrier
Save at FXRRacing.com with Pulpmx30 code and also thanks to Firepower Parts and Maxxis Tires. We talk to the Partzilla PRMX owner about his season so far, the new partners he has, 2027 thoughts, why he's a bit bitter at Simonson and Yoder, his budget to go racing, being based at Chambers place, Chase Sexton, Chiz and more.
Leatt presents: LVK: More Than Moto "Future Projections"
It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In Episode 99, we discuss whether these struggles for Eli Tomac change his plans to continue racing, what KTM might do with their program when the Coenen's come, and much more. It's all brought to you by Leatt, Alpinestars, a
PulpMX Fantasy: Cleveland SX 2026
Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing, & 100%
Nashville SX 2026 Review
Wrapping up action from the race weekend, covering all the scoops, with the normal cast of characters.
Nashville 2026 SX Post-Race Interviews
Post-race interviews brought to you by Pro Circuit.
TLD/Race Tech The Blair Matthes Project "Jett's Level"
It's The Troy Lee Designs Race Tech Blair Matthes Project where industry insiders Daniel Blair and Steve Matthes dig in on a multitude of topics. Five points in it with five rounds to go and nobody has answers on what is really going on! Sounds like a perfect time to dive in!
PulpMX Fantasy: Nashville SX 2026
Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing, & 100%
Leatt presents: LVK: More Than Moto "We're Tied!"
It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In Episode 98, we break down a long conversation with the AMA, try to figure out what's going on with Eli Tomac, discuss Haiden Deegan's second 250SX title, and more. It's all brought to you by Leatt, Alpinestars, and Partzil
St Louis SX 2026 Review
Wrapping up action from the race weekend, covering all the scoops, with the normal cast of characters.
St Louis 2026 SX Post-Race Interviews
Post-race interviews brought to you by Pro Circuit.
TLD/Race Tech The Blair Matthes Project "Devin's Back!"
It's The Troy Lee Designs Race Tech Blair Matthes Project where industry insiders Daniel Blair and Steve Matthes dig in on a multitude of topics. Now that the 450SX championship has been flipped upsidedown again, we try to figure out whether there are more problems than meets the eye with the title contenders. Let's dive in!
FXR One on One: Payton Stevenson
Save at FXRRacing.com with Pulpmx30 code and also thanks to Firepower Parts and Maxxis Tires. We talk to Ken Roczen's practice bike guy for 10 years now about the season #94 is having, how he got his job, week to week life in a practice bike guy, his race record, working with factory Honda and Pipes Suzuki and more.
PulpMX Fantasy: St. Louis SX 2026
Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing, & 100%
Leatt presents: LVK: More Than Moto "The Turning Point?"
It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In Episode 97, we dive into a chaotic night in Detroit, who has the momentum now, and what is going on in MXGP. It's all brought to you by Leatt, Alpinestars, and Partzilla.
Detroit SX 2026 Review
Wrapping up action from the race weekend, covering all the scoops, with the normal cast of characters.
TLD/Race Tech The Blair Matthes Project "Yogi Quits!"
It's The Troy Lee Designs Race Tech Blair Matthes Project where industry insiders Daniel Blair and Steve Matthes dig in on a multitude of topics. Some breaking news this show after a tough weekend for the AMA, but we also get to look forward to Chase Sexton and Dylan Ferrandis coming back for Detroit. Let's dive in!
PulpMX Fantasy: Detroit SX 2026
Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing, & 100%
Leatt presents: LVK: More Than Moto 'And I can't see!"
It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In Episode 96, we go hard at the AMA's confusing decisions of late, break down Hunter Lawrence's recent success, and more. It's all brought to you by Leatt, Alpinestars, and Partzilla.
Birmingham SX 2026 Review
Wrapping up action from the race weekend, covering all the scoops, with the normal cast of characters.
TLD/Race Tech The Blair Matthes Project "Stat Guy!"
It's The Troy Lee Designs Race Tech Blair Matthes Project where industry insiders Daniel Blair and Steve Matthes dig in on a multitude of topics. Coming off the weekend off, we have special guest Nick Taylor on to break down some really cool statistics from the first half of Supercross. Let's dive in!
Guest: Dave Muye
Feld Motorports VP of Global Partner Relations, Dave Muye, talks about the selling of SMX, the new sponsors this year, working on getting partners for the sport, combining MX and SX, landing a partner, working with riders and teams and more.
Renthal Reaction: Romano to PC/Bogle to PMS
In this Renthal Reaction, Matthes and Perebijnos discuss Nick Romano to Pro Circuit Kawi and Justin Bogle to PMS Suzuki, how they'll do, the mindset of each and more. Then we break down the upcoming Showdown.
Leatt presents: LVK: More Than Moto "You Get a Bink"
It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In Episode 95, we welcome special guest Steve Matthes in to debate 250 showdown, rider movement market, and more. It's all brought to you by Leatt, Alpinestars, and Partzilla.
PulpMX Fantasy: Birmingham SX 2026
Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing, & 100%
FXR One on One: Chris Wheeler
Save at FXRRacing.com with Pulpmx30 code and also thanks to Firepower Parts and Maxxis Tires. The Motorsports Manager of Suzuki talks about the success of Roczen on the bike, working wth PMS, his history with Suzuki, the RCH/Yosh Suzuki days, future racing plans for Suzuki, drag racing, road racing and more.
Guest: Andrew Hopson
Hoppo talks about his time at Pro Circuit and Honda HRC, coming over from Aussie, the art of the cone pipe, what he's doing now, Dave Feeney, stories from the road and much more.
Renthal Reaction: MXGP Opener Thoughts
Lewis Phillips gets on the line to talk about the MXGP opener, the surprises, the panic buttons, the big man, Jeffrey, Jeremy and more.
Leatt presents: LVK: More Than Moto "Lowkey Stacked"
It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In Episode 94, we dig into what Eli Tomac and Cooper Webb had to say about lappers in Indianapolis, recap round one of MXGP, and much more. It's all brought to you by Leatt, Alpinestars, and Partzilla.
Indy SX 2026 Review
Wrapping up action from the race weekend, covering all the scoops, with the normal cast of characters.
Indy SX 2026 SX Post-Race Interviews
Post-race interviews brought to you by Pro Circuit.
TLD/Race Tech The Blair Matthes Project "Percent Pie"
It's The Troy Lee Designs Race Tech Blair Matthes Project where industry insiders Daniel Blair and Steve Matthes dig in on a multitude of topics. Eli Tomac has won the Daytona Supercross again but he still isn't leading the points. Are we in for an epic title showdown between Eli and Hunter? Let's dive in!
FXR One on One: Frank Kelleher
Save at FXRRacing.com with Pulpmx30 code and also thanks to Firepower Parts and Maxxis Tires. The President of Daytona Speedway sits down to talk about hosting the Daytona SX, Daytona as an SMX round, what his day to day job is like, getting the job as president and more.
PulpMX Fantasy: Indy SX 2026
Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing, & 100%
Daytona SX 2026 Review
Wrapping up action from the race weekend, covering all the scoops, with the normal cast of characters.
Daytona 2026 SX Post-Race Interviews
Post-race interviews brought to you by Pro Circuit.
TLD/Race Tech The Blair Matthes Project "Beast Mode"
It's The Troy Lee Designs Race Tech Blair Matthes Project where industry insiders Daniel Blair and Steve Matthes dig in on a multitude of topics. With the Daytona Supercross coming up, there are some big favorites going for the win but so much parody in the 250 class might provide a new winner. Let's dive in!
Leatt presents: LVK: More Than Moto "Comeback Kids"
It's the Leatt LVK: More Than Moto show where Start Your Systems' Kellen Brauer and Vital MX's Lewis Phillips debate current SX/MX/MXGP topics as well as general life itself. In Episode 93, we discuss a couple of feel good wins from Arlington, the red cross flag and red light chaos, and more . It's all brought to you by Leatt, Alpinestars, and Partzilla.
PulpMX Fantasy: Daytona SX 2026
Discussing the scoops that affect your PulpMX Fantasy picks before you make them. Thanks to Motosport.com, Fly Racing, & 100%
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