Corey MacDonald, longtime mechanic and now team manager at AmPro Yamaha, joins host Heather Wilson Schiltz to talk about life behind the scenes of one of off-road racing’s most established teams. Owned by AMA Hall of Famer Randy Hawkins, the team competes in the GNCC, National Enduro, U.S. Sprint Enduro, and J-Day Offroad series. From racing to wrenching on championship bikes, Corey shares what goes into supporting elite riders on their path to the podium.
🎧 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- Corey’s path from racer to mechanic to team manager
- How technology like e-bicycles and radios have changed race day strategy
- The importance of loyalty, mentorship and finding joy in the job
- Funny stories, hunting tales and reflections on building a racing family
📲 Connect with Corey on Instagram: @circle_m_racing
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