Episode 45: The Streak Breaker, Montevarchi Slander & Our 1-Year Anniversary!

The Unsung Heroes: High Point 2026 (Featuring Gizmo Racing Yamaha mechanic Erik Kuykendall)

In this week's Unsung Heroes, Trey Stire wraps up the High Point National, covering each privateer who scored points in their respective classes. Trey chatted with Gizmo Racing Yamaha's Erik Kuykendall to gain perspective from a 450 class mechanic. Kuykendall discussed his journey to the sport, his relationship with Valentin Guillod, his responsibilities with the team and more. As always, the top 450MX, 250MX and WMX privateer performers are highlighted. This episode also marks the third anniversary of The Unsung Heroes. Thank you to all who have contributed and to all who have read and supported this series! You can find the written version of The Unsung Heroes on treystire.wordpress.com and find the audio along with The Stire Sound on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and iHeart Radio. Thank you for tuning in and we hope you spread the word! Follow us on Instagram: @tjstire3 @thestiresoundofficial @erikkuykendall @gizmoracingyamaha Timestamps: 0:00-Intro 1:52-Erik Kuykendall Interview 18:05-Top 250MX Performers 27:28-Cannon finally wins, Mayla Herrick's impressive debut and more WMX notes 33:57-Top 450MX Performers 45:02-News & Notes from outside the points, Outro

Episode 45: The Streak Breaker, Montevarchi Slander & Our 1-Year Anniversary!

In Episode 45 of The Stire Sound, the hosts celebrate the one year anniversary of the show's formation! Trey gives his observations and thoughts on High Point including dominant showings by Cole Davies and Hunter Lawrence, Jack gives his take on the action and gets worked up during the predictions again, while Ed gives his thoughts on a sweltering weekend at Montevarchi, where he hopes MXGP won't return for 2027. RedBud and Agueda predictions are also delivered before a short break for the show! Another fun episode this week folks! For all of those who have watched, listened, followed and supported, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We appreciate your support of The Stire Sound and we hope you continue to spread the word about the best kept secret in the moto podcast world. Want to hear more weekly coverage relating to AMA Supercross and MXGP? The Stire Sound is a weekly moto podcast hosted by TransWorld Motocross writer Trey Stire, Dirt Legal Dirt Bike Depot WMR KTM's Jack Noel and Cultmoto's Edward Heather. New episodes premiere every Wednesday. Like, follow and subscribe to the podcast on Trey Stire's YouTube channel and The Stire Sound's Spotify, Apple Podcasts and iHeart Radio pages. Follow us on Instagram: @tjstire3 @jacknoel35 / @jackedupsmx @edward_heather @thestiresoundofficial Timestamps: 0:00-Intro 8:20-Davies Wins First 250MX overall, more 250 class chaos 25:48-Hunter Lawrence dominates, Jett vs Deegan in qualifying 35:14-WMX Rundown: Charli Cannon Wins, Mayla Herrick's Impressive Debut 38:04-MXGP of Italy notes: The consistent Coenens are ready for America, Mikula to a factory ride?, Langenfelder's unraveling 56:30-Should the AMA loosen bike restrictions? 59:22-RedBud & Agueda Predictions 1:11:52-Outro

The Unsung Heroes: Thunder Valley 2026 (Featuring Anton Nordstrom)

In this week's Unsung Heroes, Trey Stire wraps up the Hangtown Motocross Classic, covering each privateer who scored points in their respective classes. Trey chatted with MotoWhips Racing's Anton Nordstrom, who scored his first career 450MX point on Saturday. Nordstrom discussed his journey to America, working hard to keep the dream alive and the challenges of 2026 so far. The top WMX performers and a few Americans competing in the Canadian Motocross series are also mentioned on this week's episode. You can find the written version of The Unsung Heroes on treystire.wordpress.com and find the audio along with The Stire Sound on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and iHeart Radio. Thank you for tuning in and we hope you spread the word! Follow us on Instagram: @tjstire3 @thestiresoundofficial @antonnordstrom @motowhips Timestamps: 0:00-Intro 1:18-Anton Nordstrom Interview 19:54-250 Class Points Scorers 23:46-WMX: A Gritty Podium, Arrival of a Champion 29:01-Top 450 Privateers 36:37-The Canadian Corner

Episode 44: Hogan, Hall & Nash (Thunder Valley Wrap-Up)

Episode 44 of The Stire Sound marks the official beginning of the three host era, with Edward Heather joining the show full time. The hosts give their thoughts on the Thunder Valley National, from another dominant performance from Jett Lawrence to the continued variation of the 250 class. Other topics include the Coenen brothers, penalties for Haiden Deegan, Chase Sexton's status and more! The last half of the show got a bit unhinged as the hosts gave their predictions for High Point and Montevarchi. We hope you enjoy this week's edition! Want to hear more weekly coverage relating to AMA Supercross and MXGP? The Stire Sound is a weekly moto podcast hosted by TransWorld Motocross writer Trey Stire, Dirt Legal Dirt Bike Depot WMR KTM's Jack Noel and Cultmoto's Edward Heather. New episodes premiere every Wednesday. Like, follow and subscribe to the podcast on Trey Stire's YouTube channel and The Stire Sound's Spotify, Apple Podcasts and iHeart Radio pages. Follow us on Instagram: @tjstire3 @jacknoel35 / @jackedupsmx @edward_heather @thestiresoundofficial Timestamps: 0:00-Intro 4:24-Jett Wins Again, Deegan & Others Penalized, Lucas Coenen's American Debut 23:58-Shimoda Takes Thunder Valley Overall, Pro Circuit's Continued Strength 41:53-Chase Sexton Update 47:56-High Point & Montevarchi Entry List First Look 56:16-Our High Point & Montevarchi Predictions

The Unsung Heroes: Hangtown 2026 (Featuring Mason Semmens)

In this week's Unsung Heroes, Trey Stire wraps up the Hangtown Motocross Classic, covering each privateer who scored points in their respective classes. Trey chatted with NGPC regular Mason Semmens about his two weekends racing AMA Motocross, differences and similarities between track prep and intensity, as well as discussing his NGPC season to date. Some top performers from the first WMX round of 2026 and a few Americans competing in the Canadian Motocross series are also mentioned on this week's episode. You can find the written version of The Unsung Heroes on treystire.wordpress.com and find the audio along with The Stire Sound on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and iHeart Radio. Thank you for tuning in and we hope you spread the word! Follow us on Instagram: @tjstire3 @thestiresoundofficial @masonsemmens @rpmracingteam Timestamps: 0:00-Intro 1:16-Mason Semmens Interview 23:20-250 Class Top Performers 34:05-WMX Round 1: Great Battles & New Faces 39:00-450 Points Scorers 47:20-The Canadian Corner