Kickstart Crisis

5 Episodes
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By: Baja or Bust

Join two complete beginners on our adrenaline-fueled journey as we document every step of our transformation from dirt bike novices to contenders in one of the world's most grueling races—the Baja 1000. With no prior experience, we’re diving headfirst into the world of moto, training, overcoming challenges, and learning from top experts along the way. Whether you’re a dirt bike enthusiast, a racing fan, or someone looking to be inspired by a true underdog story, Baja Bound is your front-row seat to the adventure of a lifetime.Each episode brings you closer to the highs, lows, and everything in bet...

Off to The Races
#5
06/16/2025

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The race is on! Tom and Paul prep for their dirt bike race careers, figuring out what it means to go fast on a motorcycle. Can they keep up with the other amateurs? Will racing put an end to Baja dreams? Find out what happens when the green flag drops and going slow is not an option. 


The Moab Trip
#4
06/03/2025

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Tom, Paul, and their family and friends head out to the desert for some dry trails to train on. They discover more about the desert, the cold, their abilities, and their tolerance of technology. 


The Setback: Midlife Injuries
05/19/2025

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Crashing is a part of any sport on two wheels, but when Tom takes a major spill on his dirt bike he didn't realize how far it would set him back. Does the Kickstart Crisis have what it takes to even get to the starting line of the Baja? What challenges and obstacles are going to test the resiliency of Tom and Paul? 


The Research: A Call From An Old Friend
05/06/2025

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Tom decides we should call his old high school pal, Trevor, because he knows a thing or two about the Baja 1000. Does he think we have what it takes to race? 


The Genesis: How It All Began
#1
04/09/2025

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Tom and Paul sit down to discuss how this kickstart/midlife crisis came to be. They examine their past, present, and future of sports, which now includes dirt biking. All roads lead to the Baja 1000 in a few years.