Zero to Hero: Justin Gibbs 646 [S2E1]

If you have never seen an R1 speed out of turn 16 going down the front straight at Chuckwalla, you are just in the wrong place. If you haven't seen Justin Gibbs ripping a wheelie out of T16 and fly down the front straight off of pure drive, you might have blinked.

In this episode, I sit down with Justin Gibbs, also known as racer #646, to explore his journey into the world of motorcycle road racing. What started as hesitation and anxiety around getting on a bike has evolved into a full-blown passion for the track.

Justin opens up about how he went from a reluctant teen to an aspiring MotoAmerica competitor and a Top 5 contender in the 2025 CVMA championship. We talk about overcoming fear, finding confidence, and the grit it takes to climb the ranks in competitive racing.

If you’ve ever second-guessed yourself or wondered what it takes to go all in on a dream—this one’s for you.

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