"Our Van Caught FIRE, exhaust FELL OFF & We Still Raced World Cups" | Johann Potgieter
The journey of Johann 'Pottie' Potgieter: From South African MTB Legend to YT Mob CoachIn this episode, we dive deep into the life and career of Johann 'Pottie' Potgieter, a South African mountain biking legend and 9 time national champion. Johann shares stories from the early days of his career, racing events in Europe, his journey with YT Mob, and his transition from a professional rider to a lines coach. He also reflects on his experiences racing World Cups, the evolution of downhill mountain biking, and the challenges and triumphs he encountered along the way.00:00 Intro04:52 Pottie's MTB Beginnings09:39 Racing Progression and Achievements14:11 Overseas Racing Challenges19:25 Crazy van life year in 201132:32 A Hilarious Car Mishap35:05 Van Troubles and Creative Fixes39:22 Unexpected Wins and Podiums42:37 Challenges and Triumphs in Racing47:59 Reflections on Racing Career01:03:53 Reflecting on a Year Without Training01:04:29 Advice for Junior Riders01:05:19 Journey with YT Industries01:08:30 Role Transition: From Racer to Coach01:20:14 The Evolution of Downhill Racing01:36:09 Success and Personal Reflections01:39:19 Conclusion and FarewellWatch on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HmCWjd2gq98Follow Logan:https://www.instagram.com/johannpotgieter_downhill/Follow me:https://linktr.ee/stefangarlicki74
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Logan Karnow's INSANE Journey to Professional Supercross and ONLYFANS!
In this episode, professional Supercross racer and social media personality Logan Karnow shares his experiences and insights into the world of Supercross racing. He discusses the challenges and safety aspects of motocross vs. Supercross, his unconventional path to becoming a pro, and the impact of factory bikes on performance. Logan also opens up about his experience dealing with injuries, including a severe ankle dislocation, and how he navigated sponsorships, notably being the first Supercross racer sponsored by OnlyFans. The discussion covers various topics from the intense competition within the sport, the physical and mental demands on athletes, to the strategic decisions involved in racing. Tune in for an engaging conversation that highlights the highs and lows of life as a Professional Supercross racer.00:00 Intro01:46 Motocross vs. Downhill03:56 BMX Influence on Supercross08:25 2025 Season12:13 Privateer Life21:12 OnlyFans Sponsorship29:08 Racing and Partying31:14 European and Continental Racing Events31:27 Comparing Supercross and Motocross Schedules32:02 Off-Season Racing and World Supercross32:13 Declining Racing Opportunities for Time Off34:18 Becoming a Supercross Racer39:16 Challenges and Injuries in Racing39:52 The Skill and Technique of Whoops43:23 Comparing Riders and Racing Styles45:59 Dealing with Injuries and Recovery57:07 Reflecting on the Risks of Racing01:03:59 Mentality and Risk Assessment in Extreme Sports01:06:07 The Pressure of Limited Practice 01:07:42 Comparing Mountain Biking and Motocross01:09:23 The Physical Demands of Motocross01:15:38 Financial Realities of Privateer Racing01:16:46 The Role of Sponsors and Prize Money01:23:06 The Impact of Social Media 01:28:19 Future Plans 01:34:55 Defining SuccessWatch on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BHwNRVQZEjcFollow Logan:https://www.instagram.com/logankarnow/Follow me:https://linktr.ee/stefangarlicki74
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The REAL Reason Tennis STAR Alex Müller Switched to OnlyFans After DEATH THREATS
In this episode, French professional tennis player Alex Miller, ranked 41st in the world, discusses his unique partnership with OnlyFans, the intense pressures of professional tennis including dealing with death threats from bettors, the realities of prize money and expenses, and his thoughts on gender prize money equality. Alex opens up about his career challenges, training regime, and his goal to have no regrets by the end of his career. He also talks about his admiration for tennis legends like Roger Federer, and shares some fascinating insights on the importance of entertaining behaviors in tennis, like breaking rackets. The episode dives into the impact of social media on athletes and intriguing stories about betting scandals in tennis.00:00 Intro00:44 OnlyFans Sponsorship07:48 Nick Kyrgios and entertainment11:55 The Finances of Professional Tennis15:45 Prize money gender equality 17:50 The Journey to Becoming a Pro24:30 How to win a Grand Slam26:50 Roger Federer is the GOAT29:31 Upcoming Tennis Stars30:42 Facing Novak Djokovic34:52 Training Regime36:30 Advice38:00 The Impact of Starting Young in Sports40:17 Drugs in Tennis44:29 Do Tennis Players Party48:54 The Role of Social Media in Modern Sports55:16 Life Beyond Tennis: Future Plans 59:43 Final Thoughts on successWatch on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vK6IpdnB4hgFollow Alex:https://www.instagram.com/alex2mumu/?hl=enFollow me:https://linktr.ee/stefangarlicki74
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Aaron Gwin's SHOCKING Departure from YT and the Secret DOMINATING UCI World Cup Downhill!
In this in-depth podcast episode, we sit down with downhill mountain biking legend Aaron Gwin. This comprehensive conversation covers Aaron's incredible career, from his beginnings in BMX and motocross to his transition into downhill biking where he quickly made a name for himself by securing a top 10 at his first ever World Cup! Gwin shares the highs and lows of his career, including his numerous accomplishments like winning 8 US National Championships, 5 World Cup overall titles, and achieving 20 World Cup victories—including a remarkable win without a chain. The episode dives into his unique approach to racing, the evolution of his bike setups over the years, and the physical and mental challenges he's faced. Gwin also discusses his recent entrepreneurial venture of taking over the Windrock Bike Park, his perspective on the future of the sport, Ken Roczen making the switch to DH and much more. Fans of mountain biking and sports enthusiasts will be inspired by the resilience and dedication that Aaron Gwin brings to the sport.00:00 Intro02:21 Top 10 at first world cup05:29 Childhood Passion for Two Wheels 08:56 Transition from BMX to Motocross 11:28 Downhill Mountain Biking: The New Path13:01 Racing Under Pressure 16:10 The secret to winning 21:51 The last 5 years25:29 Recent Injuries and bad luck 36:08 Racing in 202538:22 Comparing downhill from 2011 to 202542:06 the comeback in 2024 48:30 Thoughts on Warner bros and modern downhill58:40 Red Bull Hardline and Crankworx01:06:09 Prize Money 01:12:34 Comparing Downhill to Motocross01:13:17 Ken Roczen's Potential Move to Downhill01:18:58 First time riding downhill01:26:19 The Next Gene of racers01:29:37 Dakota Norton01:33:48 Motocross retirement 01:36:15 Sam Hill01:41:10 Race run mindset 01:45:38 Best bike 02:01:23 What happened with YT in 201802:07:06 Intense deal02:10:06 Windrock Bikepark02:17:32 Definition of SuccessWatch on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9DX1NacMC8Follow Aaron:https://www.instagram.com/aarongwin1/https://www.youtube.com/@GwinnerTubeFollow me:https://linktr.ee/stefangarlicki74
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Travis Pastrana's Rally Co Driver Shares Horrific 180kph Tree Crash Story! Rhianon Gelsomino
In this episode, Rhiannon Gelsomino, a professional rally co-driver for action sports icon Travis Pastrana, shares her journey through the exhilarating and dangerous world of rally racing. She discusses the intricacies of co-driving, the unique bond between a driver and co-driver, her experiences with injuries, and the dynamics of rally racing in America versus the world stage. Rhiannon also opens up about her personal milestones, including partnering with her husband Alex in rallying and their collaborative venture, Oz Rally Pro. The episode delves deep into the importance of hard work, the impact of Ken Block on the sport, and the intriguing crossover between various motorsports disciplines. Don’t miss her motivational insights and stories of resilience and passion in one of the most challenging sports there is.00:00 Intro02:00 Getting in a car with Travis Pastrana14:26 Travis Pastrana's Work Ethic and Versatility20:33 Hitting a tree at 180kph25:51 School teacher to Rally Racing28:00 Motivation in Rally Racing36:07 WRC vs F1 vs Nascar 41:55 Brandon Semanuk 46:20 Cross over into Rally49:07 The Decline of X Games 53:20 Prize money and sponsorships56:44 Australian vs American Rally01:07:45 Thoughts on Ken Block01:15:56 Ken Block's Gymkhana 01:20:17 Goals in WRC 01:32:00 Future plans01:36:25 Meaning of SuccessWatch on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KEmiFpbEI7EFollow Rhianon:https://www.instagram.com/rhianongelsomino/Follow me:https://www.instagram.com/stefangarlicki/
NEW EPISODES EVERY OTHER SATURDAY 5PM CET.ICONS UNCOVERED takes a deep dive into the minds and lives of iconic figures in sport from around the world. I have been a Professional Downhill Mountain biker for over a decade and I love all things actions sports so naturally this will be the focus. Although being a pro athlete may seem like the dream, it's not always an easy path. My name is Stefan Garlicki and the goal of this podcast is help inspire, motivate and teach people how to chase their dreams in all aspects of life by learning from the best. We discuss each guests journey, motivation, challenges, injuries, training, mindset and more! If this sounds good to you then please do me a favour and hit the subscribe button, you have no idea how much impact this has on growing the channel and being able to bring you bigger and better guests in each episode! Love you all!Follow me: https://linktr.ee/stefangarlicki74Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iconsuncoveredpodcast/
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