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May 26, 2025 62 mins

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Freestyle Motocross icon Vicki Golden joins Basement Talk to share the wildest moments from her career — including the crash that almost cost her a foot. She compares the danger of moto to fighting in the UFC, reveals what it takes to throw the perfect whip, and explains why personalities and drama are the key to growing the sport. From world records to wild crashes, this episode is a masterclass in grit, progression, and passion.

Timestamps:
00:37 – How podcasts help grow moto and mix fanbases
01:13 – Why moto is misunderstood until you ride
03:06 – Moto vs UFC: which is more dangerous?
04:58 – Vicki’s worst crash: shattered foot and near amputation
07:46 – Emergency surgery & flying home to save her career
10:39 – First ride post-injury: the relief of still having a foot
14:37 – Why she left racing for freestyle full-time
25:56 – Mentorship from Twitch, Taka, and other freestyle legends
28:31 – Breaking a world record riding through fire
33:49 – Drama in moto: why it’s good for the sport
36:46 – Racers fear ramps? Why freestyle is a different kind of wild
39:09 – The “hollow head” mindset: shutting off fear
49:54 – The pressure of training kids too young
52:54 – Toxic moto parents & screaming at 8-year-olds
57:54 – The future: electric bikes, hoverbikes, and evolving tracks
59:30 – Talking dirt bikes with UFC champ Sean Strickland
1:00:17 – Meeting Miesha Tate & respect among elite athletes
1:02:29 – Final thoughts + Kyler promises to backflip if this hits 1,000 likes

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