Author: Mike Shaw

In The Paddock – Episode 5 Featuring Alex & Rhianon Gelsomino!

Mike Shaw

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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadThis week Mike and Ian had the pleasure of speaking with two of America’s most experienced and successful co-drivers, Alex and Rhianon Gelsomino.  These two have traveled the world competing in the WRC, BRC, ARC, ARA, NASA Rally Sport, Rally America, you name it, sitting in the right seat (or sometimes left seat).  Additionally they’ve formed OZ Rally Pro, a program designed to teach teams how to create and use proper pace notes and the keys to becoming professionals just like themselves.  Sit back…

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OpenPaddock RallyCast Episode 20

Mike Shaw

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Podcast: Play in new window | Download3 shows in 3 weeks! We’re on a roll!  This time Ian and Mike discuss WRC Finland and other news from the WRC.  Silly season appears to be starting already and as usual too few seats for the drivers capable of filling them.  We give our opinions and change our minds frequently as to who is going where.   Watch the Day 3 WRC Finland recap on RedBull.TV

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In The Paddock – Episode 4 Featuring Jeremiah Johnson of SOFR

Mike Shaw

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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadIn this episode Mike and Ian chat with Jeremiah Johnson, the head organizer for the revived and successful Southern Ohio Forest Rally.  Jeremiah tells us what went into bringing a rally classic back from the dead.       Follow SOFR on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube

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OpenPaddock RallyCast Episode 18

Mike Shaw

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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadRallyCast Episode 18 from Wednesday, July 14, 2017.  A much shorter episode where Mike and Ian catch up on what the heck we’ve been doing these past couple months since the last podcast.     And if you haven’t seen it yet, here’s Travis Pastrana’s record run at the Mt. Washington Climb to the Clouds.

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In The Paddock – Episode 3 Featuring DiRT 4 Game Designer Paul Coleman

Mike Shaw

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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadIt’s all about the DiRT! Nerd out with Mike Shaw & Matt Kalish as they talk with Codemasters’ Chief Game Designer of DiRT4, Paul Coleman.  Paul tells us about the new DiRT4 title, their revolutionary new dynamic stage system, and his quest to create the most realistic yet still playable Rally / Rallycross game.   Buy your copy here:           

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In The Paddock – Episode 2 Featuring Erick Nelson of the ARA

Mike Shaw

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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadIn this episode Mike Shaw chats with Erick Nelson the Competition Director of the American Rally Association.  Erick tells us about his background, how the inaugural season is going so far, and goes into detail about the recently announced Junior Championship set to start in 2018.   Official ARA Junior Championship Press Release    

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OpenPaddock RallyCast Episode 17.2

Mike Shaw

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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadRallyCast Episode 17.2 from Monday, May 1st 2017.  As stated in our previous episode, we haven’t been on the air in quite a while and talked so much we found it fit to split the podcast in two.  In this episode Mike, Ian, and Matt review that latest USA rallies with a heavy focus and Mike’s admittedly biased review of the Oregon Trail Rally.    ARA App Links: Apple / Google Play ARA Oregon Trail Rally Facebook Video Links: Pre-event Press Conference PIR Super…

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OpenPaddock RallyCast Episode 17.1

Mike Shaw

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Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadRallyCast Episode 17.1 from Monday, May 1st 2017.  In this episode Mike, Ian,and Matt review all kinds of WRC stuff because we’ve been away for a while. We also discuss the impact of the new WRC 2017 aero devices and ponder why it is the camaraderie in rally seems superior to that of other forms of motorsport.    WRC Mexico Results WRC Corisca Results Video of Evo crash into church WRC Argentina Results / Standings RedBull.TV video links Day 1 Recap Argentina Live Super Special…

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Red Bull GRC Memphis Preview

Mike Shaw

The 2017 Red Bull Global Rallycross season kicks off at Memphis International Raceway with a brand new event. Volkswagen Andretti Rallycross driver Scott Speed aims to start his bid for a third straight championship on a high note, but a deep field, led by teammate Tanner Foust, will be looking to make a statement with a strong showing in the opener. TUNE IN INFORMATION: Supercar Round 1 Finals: April 30, 1PM ET, NBC Simulstream Link:http://liveextra.nbcsports.com Full Event Replay Link:http://stream.nbcsports.com/nbc/?pid=32206 NBC Sports will broadcast the Red Bull Global Rallycross event from…

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