Eagles Of Death Metal drummer and Vintage Desert Racer, Jorma Vik, joins Hollywood and Fenix - along with special guest host Daniel Humphrey at Rust is Gold Coffee Shop. Jorma talks about California desert racing, building vintage motocross bikes and balancing music and riding. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” Franco (@ridgebackracing) Featured Music – ...
Dec 06, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 4Ep. 61
Art Director and Industrial Designer, Stacie B. London, has pushed the limits on her Vintage Honda Road Racer and Aermacchi Land Speed bike for over 10 years. Setting her sights on another path off the track, Stacie looks forward to pushing herself in new directions and new challenges. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” Franco (@ridgebackracing) Featured ...
Nov 14, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 4Ep. 60
Rust is Gold Coffee regular and Air Force Veteran, Liz Ames, talks about the long road to Babes Ride Out. The conversation gets deep when the RIG Crew and Liz talk about motorcycle events, gender acceptance, and what makes a rider feel safe at a big motorcycle gathering.
Oct 16, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 4Ep. 59
With just a couple mishaps along the way, the RIG Racing Team make the trek to El Paso City by the Rio Grande, and experience the thrill of Flat Track racing on concrete. The guys talk about the 4:44 Motorcycle Show bikes and event, and wrap up the road racing and flat track season at Sandia Speedway. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” Franco (@ridgebackr...
Sep 22, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Finally, all in one place - Fenix, Hollywood and Sparky sit down with vintage motorcycle racer Dennis Parrish. The twelve-time AHRMA national champion, Dennis Parrish, shares his passion for racing and some of his favorite bikes. The guys pick his brain on some of their favorite tracks around the county. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” Franco (@ridgeba...
Sep 08, 2021•54 min•Season 4Ep. 58
Fenix and Hollywood discuss the upcoming 4:44 Motorcycle Show in El Paso, Texas on September 10-11 with founders Joe Castillo and Bryan Trippe. Epic Railyard Event Center will host the one-of-a-kind motorcycle show in the South Western region, showcasing a variety of unique, custom and unconventional bikes, while serving as a gathering place for motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the South West. 4:44 Motorcycle Show SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by...
Aug 27, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 57
☕🏍️ 𝗖𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗘 𝗕𝗥𝗢𝗦 & 𝗠𝗢𝗧𝗢𝗦 🏍️☕ Fellow Coffee Aficionado and Moto Enthusiast - Michael Gonzales of Cafe Bella Coffee in Rio Rancho, joins Fenix and Hollywood at Rust is Gold Coffee. Michael Gonzales, owner of Cafe Bella Coffee and NM Motor Events, shares his passion for Coffee, love of cars and motorcycles and talks about his upcoming event - NM Cruise 2021! The guys also talk Northwest coffee history, RIG Events, Benefit Coffee drinks and small towns in New Mexico. SPONSORED BY...
Aug 10, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 5
In this episode Fenix & Hollywood discuss the trials and tribulations of keeping vintage race bikes on the track. The guys are joined by legendary builder, painter and fabricator, JP Rodman, from his shop in Raton, New Mexico. Builder JP Rodman talks about his early start in painting and fabricating, traveling to moto-shows and putting on the Run to Raton event. RUN TO RATON: July 22-25, 2021 www.runtoraton.com SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: S...
Jul 22, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 56
HARLEY DAVIDSON'S ALL NEW PAN AMERICA - RIG RACING REVIEW! The Rust is Gold Racing Crew share their views on the all new Harley Davidson Pan America. Taking a close look at all aspects of the new adventure bike from a vintage motorcyclist and racer perspective - including handling, weight, speed and looks. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” Franco (@ridge...
Jul 03, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 4Ep. 55
In this special Father's Day episode, five of the shops regulars stop by to share insights and stories about being fathers. Caleb Chavez, George Evans, Mike Prieur, Jacob Smith and Jimmy Vigil talk about raising their kids, what motivated them to be good fathers and what their dreams are for the children's futures. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” Franc...
Jun 14, 2021•1 hr 36 min
The Godfather of the Southern California Cafe Racer and Orange County 59 Club, Steve 'Carpy' Carpenter, talks about his early inspiration, the Vintage Moto resurgence and keeping the Rocker Culture alive. After a few technical difficulties and a Royal entrance, Carpy shares some great stories with the RIG Racing Crew - and the pleasure is all ours! SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisg...
May 18, 2021•58 min•Season 4Ep. 54
Native New Mexican and longtime motocross racer, James Wagner, talks with the RIG Racing Crew about growing up riding the southwest desert, racing motocross and building a family focused racing series. Webe Racing is a family-friendly hare scramble off-road series with races in Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” ...
Apr 30, 2021•46 min•Season 3Ep. 53
Growing up around motorcycles, racing and gear heads, Rori Simpson and Kaylee Dons were inspired to race at a young age. The RIG Racing Crew sits down with Rori and Kaylee to talk about #FlatTrack Racing in New Mexico and Arizona. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at: Rust is Gold Coffee Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” Franco (@ridgebackracing) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT...
Apr 01, 2021•44 min•Season 3Ep. 52
In this BONUS Episode, the RIG Racing Crew Google Meet with META Magazine founder - Andrew Campo. In the opening of the episode the guys cover the "art" of coffee roasting, drinking terrible coffee and what inspires the coffee shop. The episode segues into a Google Call with META founder, Andrew Campo, and what inspired the publication. Andrew discusses the vision and the goal of keeping print alive. In the outro, Sparky goes off the rails and gives Hollywood and Fenix an Ancestry Lesson. SPONSO...
Mar 05, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 511
Chris & Rich have been married for 31 years and love riding Motorcycles and Camping all over the US. After selling their home in they have spent the last few years traveling the country and living life the the fullest. In this episode Chris & Rich talk about their decision to live on the road, how to deal with relationships and why they have an appreciation for the people and places they have seen along the way. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico
Feb 12, 2021•55 min•Season 3Ep. 51
The RIG Racing crew heads out from the new MOTOPIA (Formerly Triumph Albuquerque) for a test ride of the new Royal Enfield Continental GT, Intercepter 650 and the Himalayan. Sparky talks about the new SMRI Board and upcoming racing season, and Thaison and Steve give an update on the Kings of Speed Raffle Bike, Coffee Shop and Kids giveaway bike. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at Motopia (Formerly Triumph Albuquerque) Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” G...
Jan 29, 2021•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 52
Triumph Albuquerque has taken the huge step of rebranding the business and bringing the new Royal Enfield line to New Mexico. The RIG Crew sit's down with co-owner, Scott Cloninger, and talks about the shop, Royal Enfields and pokes a little fun at racer Jesse Beck. **In the BONUS follow-up to this episode the guys review the Royal Enfield Intercepter 650, Continental GT and Himalayan. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at Motopia (Formerly Triumph Albuquerque) Hosted by: Steven “Fenix...
Jan 15, 2021•45 min•Season 3Ep. 50
Fabricator and builder, Jason Rockwell, has fought an uphill battle most of his life - moving cross country, family and personal tragedies and losing businesses to hard times. Through it all he has never stopped dreaming of better times and bigger things. With a positive attitude and an optimistic outlook Jason is moving forward and things are starting to go his way. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at the all new Rust is Gold Coffee Shop Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), T...
Jan 01, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 49
Former Litas New Mexico Founder and Vintage enthusiast, Jessica Lynn Bell, joins the RIG Racing Crew in the brand new Rust is Gold Coffee Shop. In episode 48 of the #RustIsGoldRacing Podcast - Hollywood and Fenix give an update on the new coffee shop, Sparky becomes a live-wire and Jessica Bell talks about her love of old things, route 66 and starting a new women's riding group. Hosted by: Steven 'Fenix' Maes, Thaison 'Hollywood' Garcia and Chris 'Sparky' Franco Recorded at: Rust is Gold Cofffee...
Nov 28, 2020•59 min•Season 3Ep. 48
Fenix & Hollywood join Steve Brown in the King's of Speed garage to set the record straight on race season, the coffee shops and future of Rust is Gold. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at the RIG Coffee & Garage Lounge 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
Nov 08, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 47
Flat track racer, James Hosier, talks about his start in flat track racing later in life, how the flat track scene is on the rise. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at the RIG Coffee & Garage Lounge Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” Franco (@ridgebackracing) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT IN THE RIG ONLINE STORE
Oct 21, 2020•49 min•Season 3Ep. 46
Audio from the Caffeine & Gasoline Facebook Livecast #2 featuring Benny Bassett & Kirk Matthews. Recorded at the Rust is Gold Coffee & Garage Hosted by writer/director Steve ‘Fenix’ Maes, with producer and featured cast member Thaison Garcia.
Sep 29, 2020•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Lifelong Taos, New Mexico resident, Ashley Rolshoven, shares her love for motorcycles, horse riding and passion for her Native American culture with the RIG Racing Crew. SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Recorded at the RIG Coffee & Garage Lounge Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” Franco (@ridgebackracing) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT IN THE RIG ONLINE STORE...
Sep 16, 2020•49 min•Season 2Ep. 45
Audio from the Caffeine & Gasoline Facebook Livecast Q&A. Recorded at the Rust is Gold Coffee & Garage featuring live performances from Lucky Mays, Jimmy Deveney and Eddie Brewer. Q&A with film score writer and arranger, Ciano Maes, and live performances from Jimmy Deveney and Lucky Mays. Hosted by writer/director Steve 'Fenix' Maes, and featured cast member Thaison Garcia.
Aug 29, 2020•1 hr 43 min•Season 2Ep. 44
Sandia BMW Motorrad Sales Manager, Dave Harlan, stops in to the RIG Lounge to talk BMW Adventure Bikes, serving the Corp and harvesting scallops. Fenix and Hollywood give an update the Youth Bike build/giveaway and the flat track racing at Sandia Motor Speedway. Recorded at the RIG Coffee & Garage Lounge SPONSORED BY: Law Tigers New Mexico Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” Franco (@ridgebackracing) Featured Music – “A...
Aug 09, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 44
Adventure bike rider and world traveler, Will Courtney, stops in to the RIG Coffee & Garage to talk motorcycle travel adventure with Hollywood and Fenix. Having traveled hundreds of miles, Will shares some uniques stories, tips and advice for traveling the American country-side. Recorded at the RIG Coffee & Garage Lounge Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” Franco (@ridgebackracing) Featured Music – “American Rocker”...
Jul 21, 2020•43 min•Season 3Ep. 43
New Mexico raised motorcycle enthusiast, Shane Coca, joins Fenix and Hollywood in the the RIG Garage. As a long time rider and dirt bike lover, Shane talks about growing up dreaming of having a dirt bike, and what it means to give back to the community. The RIG Crew talk about Shane's donor bike for the new Youth Bike Giveaway from Rust is Gold and how the community can come together to help a deserving youth receive this cool bike build. Recorded at the RIG Coffee & Garage Lounge Hosted by:...
Jun 24, 2020•52 min•Season 3Ep. 42
Rust is Gold Coffee #barista and #Motorcycle enthusiast, Shelbe Sheppard joins Fenix, Hollywood and Sparky in the RIG Lounge. Casual conversations about coffee, naming your motorcycle and what COVID-19 has done to the coffee shop business. Recorded at the RIG Coffee & Garage Lounge Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” Franco (@ridgebackracing) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT IN THE RIG O...
Jun 15, 2020•45 min•Season 3Ep. 41
In this Season 2 Wrap up - Jimmy Vigil of Graywolf Motorsports joins Fenix, Hollywood and Sparky in the RIG Lounge. The guys talk about the highs and lows of last season and the impact of COVID-19 on the Rust is Gold Coffee Shops and delay of SMRI Race Season. Recorded at the RIG Coffee & Garage Lounge Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” Franco (@ridgebackracing) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lan...
May 20, 2020•45 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Desert racer and dirt bike enthusiast, Emily Romero joins Hollywood and Fenix in the RIG Lounge. Emily shares stories of growing up in Taos, New Mexico, learning to ride and her passion for riding the dusty southwest desert. Recorded at the RIG Coffee & Garage Lounge Hosted by: Steven “Fenix” Maes (@grafenix), Thaison “Hollywood” Garcia (@rustisgoldantiques), Chris “Sparky” Franco (@ridgebackracing) Featured Music – “American Rocker” Performed by Steve Lane BUY IT IN THE RIG ONLINE STORE...
Apr 15, 2020•51 min•Season 2Ep. 39
