Life Wide Open with CboysTV

Episode: Gavin The 3 Wheeler Guy On Being A Self-Proclaimed Redneck and His Upbringing
Date: February 7, 2023

Overview

This episode of Life Wide Open features Gavin, known as "The 3 Wheeler Guy," who is a frequent CboysTV collaborator and a self-proclaimed redneck. The conversation is a lively, candid, and often hilarious exploration of Gavin's unique upbringing, infectious energy, and his passion for three wheelers. The CboysTV crew dive into tales about meeting Gavin, their wild weekends, the culture of redneck fun, and what it really means to pursue what you love, even if you weren’t "born into" it.

Main Topics & Discussion Points

1. Gavin’s Introduction & First Meeting with CboysTV

• The crew gives insight into their first encounter with Gavin, who called out CboysTV online, then drove up to meet them in a rusty '89 Dodge Cummins with five three wheelers on a trailer.
• Gavin’s high energy, positive attitude, and lack of planning (“I had no plan. I didn’t know where I was going to stay...I could have drove to Fargo maybe, but I didn’t really tell my buddy I was coming.” – Gavin, 05:12) immediately made an impression.

Notable Moment

• Gavin demonstrates he’s “all in” for three wheeler shenanigans:
  • “I called up Gavin last week and I was like, ‘Hey, bro, we’re filming three wheelers on tracks. Do you want to come?’ And he was like, ‘Okay baby, let’s run it.’” – CJ, 07:00

2. Gavin’s Redneck Identity & Family Background

• Despite the “redneck” persona, Gavin’s family is clean-cut and not at all redneck, which surprises the crew.
  • “You don’t come from a redneck family. They’re far from it. Were you born this way?” – Ryan, 14:36
• Gavin shares how Monster Jam and childhood influences set him apart:
  • “Waking up at 5:30 when you’re in middle school to watch Monster Jam, that’ll do a lot to you.” – Gavin, 14:57

3. The Origin of His Three Wheeler Obsession

• Gavin details how he dove into the world of three wheelers at age 18, buying his first one from a “little crackhead deal” in a trailer park.
  • “She started at $500. I throw her $350. She says yes in a heartbeat.” – Gavin, 20:24
• He has since become a collector, always searching for barn finds and rare models.

4. The Three Wheeler Burn-Down Story

(22:51 – 27:35)

• Gavin recounts the disaster of his beloved three wheeler catching fire on the ice, complete with video commentary from the group.
  • “Mid-wheelie, lit on fire. Nothing we could do.” – Gavin, 24:25

Memorable Quote & Reaction:

• “How the f*** does this not have more views?” – Ryan, 25:39
• The crew critique Gavin’s YouTube thumbnail choices and encourage him to promote the video better.

5. YouTube, Brand, & Content Creation

• The group encourage Gavin’s naturally entertaining style and suggest he expand beyond just three wheelers due to his broad appeal.
  • “You could do anything and make it entertaining.” – CJ, 27:40

6. Three Wheeler Lore, Culture, and Technicals

• Detailed chats about collections, rare three wheelers, and their insane durability.
• Gavin admires machines “from the 80s” and jokes about finding a girlfriend of matching vintage for their build quality.

7. Redneck vs. Non-Redneck – A Lifestyle Choice

• The group explore the meaning of being redneck, recognizing it as more of a lifestyle than a birthright.
  • “It’s more like a lifestyle.” – Gavin, 49:52
  • “Being a redneck is better than not being a redneck.” – Ryan, 49:22
  • They contrast “real” rednecks with self-proclaimed ones and joke about their “hoodlum” qualities.

8. Gavin’s Personality and Positivity

• Gavin’s relentless positivity is celebrated:
  • “When it’s all not there or when you get 900 views, you’re like, ‘It’s still so fun though,’ and I love it.” – Ben, 31:08
  • “Just being happy, man. Having fun…that’s what it’s about.” – Gavin, 30:48

9. Behind-the-Scenes Antics

• The group trade miscellaneous weekend stories, from bar encounters to casino runs to trying to “rescue” each other from party situations.
• There’s playful banter about Gavin’s dating preferences and his sister, which result in plenty of laughs.

10. Gavin’s Future Goals

• Gavin, a recent graduate in Energy Management and Business, talks about pursuing fun and growing his YouTube presence, rather than chasing numbers.
  • “Just have as much fun as I can as possible and see where it goes.” – Gavin, 37:15

Highlighted Quotes & Moments

• On First Impressions:
  “He jumps out and he’s this ball of energy...Is this guy on drugs? …But that’s just him. Just being yourself.” – Ryan, 04:11
• On Self-Made Redneck Identity:
  “He had to work hard to get to be a redneck…other people are just born.” – CJ, 17:34
• On Three Wheeler Passion:
  “All about circumference.” – Gavin, 38:21
• On Positivity:
  “You still got to stay stoked. Even if you can just put a smile on your face, that’s fun. So do that, dude.” – Gavin, 31:00
• On Relationship Preferences:
  “Well, she ain’t 280, she ain’t a lady. Thank you, guys. Thank you, guys…Nothing wrong with the heavy.” – Gavin, 29:16; 42:04
• On CboysTV-Banter:
  “We gotta come out to your stomping grounds.” – CJ, 51:43
• On Future Content:
  “I just want to ride three wheelers and have fun.” – Gavin, 38:04

Key Timestamps

• 00:47: Gavin’s arrival, first impressions, and the legendary Dodge Cummins arrival story
• 03:10: The original YouTube “thin ice” callout that kicked off his CboysTV connection
• 14:36: Deep-dive into Gavin’s non-redneck family and how he crafted his own persona
• 18:22: Buying his first three wheeler from “crackheads” at a trailer park
• 22:51: Recounting and video-review of the three wheeler ice fire incident
• 27:40: The crew encourage Gavin’s entertainment value and branding potential
• 37:20: Gavin’s approach to his YouTube channel and having fun as a priority
• 39:13: Tales of Gunnison’s Power Stop, small-town bars, and “flipping for beers”
• 46:52: How his family reacts to his three wheeler obsession and redneck antics
• 50:59: Philosophy of the “redneck lifestyle” and who actually earns that title
• 51:43: Jokes about the crew visiting Gavin’s hometown and meeting his sister

Final Thoughts & Closing

The episode is a celebration of individuality, doing what you love, and embracing your quirks regardless of background. With genuine camaraderie and unfiltered humor, CboysTV and Gavin share stories of friendship, three wheeler adventures, and the joy of living “life wide open.”

Gavin:

“Just being happy, man. Having fun. I love being outside, man. Having fun with my friends, doing anything. That’s freaking fun. That’s what it’s about.” (30:48)

CJ:

“Gav, you’re a one of a kind, bro. We love you so much. Thanks for coming on the podcast.” (58:05)

For fans of CboysTV, three wheelers, or anyone who enjoys tales of unlikely friendship, dirt, and laughter, this episode is a must-listen.