In this episode of BigMx Radio, host Brad Gebhardt sits down with former Canadian professional motocross racer Brock Leitner for an honest and in-depth conversation about racing at the highest level in Canada—and what comes after the gate drops stop.

Brock shares his journey through Canadian motocross, from the grind of chasing results and sponsorships to managing injuries, pressure, and the realities of life as a professional racer north of the border. This episode pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to race pro in Canada and how those experiences shape life beyond the track.

🏁 Topics covered in this episode:

• Growing up racing motocross in Canada
• Making the leap to professional racing
• The difference between Canadian and U.S. motocross
• Sponsorships, finances, and career sustainability
• Injuries, mental battles, and burnout
• Life after racing and transitioning away from competition

Whether you’re a current racer, aspiring pro, or lifelong motocross fan, this episode delivers real insight, perspective, and stories you won’t hear anywhere else.

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00:00 – Intro
01:45 – Brock Leitner’s early motocross years
06:20 – Moving through the Canadian amateur ranks
12:10 – Turning pro in Canadian motocross
18:45 – Racing realities vs expectations
25:30 – Sponsorships, money, and survival as a pro
33:10 – Injuries and mental challenges
40:05 – Comparing Canadian and U.S. motocross
47:20 – Stepping away from racing
54:00 – Life lessons motocross teaches you
59:30 – Advice for young Canadian racers
1:04:15 – Final thoughts & wrap-up