Life Wide Open with CboysTV

Episode: Inside The Lifestyle of a Professional Dirtbiker
Date: August 20, 2024

Episode Overview

This episode dives deep into the unconventional, high-adrenaline lifestyle of professional dirtbiker Spencer Wilton ("Spenny"). The Cboys join Spenny to swap wild stories—from riding dirt bikes across Pizza Ranch rooftops to hustling Monster Energy and even the struggle to balance racing, injuries, and the business side of motocross. Listeners get an inside look into the technical and chaotic world of endurocross, the behind-the-scenes business of being a professional rider, and plenty of signature CboysTV banter about friendship, high school hijinks, and questionable health fads.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Spenny’s Introduction and CboysTV Shenanigans

• Late-Night Grind & Studio Life (00:43)
  The crew jokes about filming podcasts till 2am, impromptu naps, and unexpected onlookers during studio tours.

  • "Spenny, this is my first one ever... with you." – Spenny (03:14)
  • Evan on Micah’s sleep schedule: "I got a picture of you 40 minutes ago sleeping in the Sprinter van." (02:47)

• Riding Dirt Bikes Where You Shouldn’t (04:16–06:59)

  • Spenny is known for technical riding—climbing and jumping over absurd obstacles, recently the roof of Pizza Ranch.
  • Evan: "Spenny is the best at riding over things that should not be ridden over." (04:16)
  • The crew jokes future escapades, like wheel-tapping KFC buckets and championship stints on Target rooftops.
  • Cops arrived repeatedly during the Pizza Ranch shoot; at least one officer was a fan. (05:49)

• Destruction as Content (06:42–09:07)

  • The Cboys recount "de-renovating" a bowling alley–slash–Pizza Ranch combo destined for demolition: smashing, bowling, rooftop riding, ricocheting golf balls off walls, and filming the carnage.
  • Memorable Moment: Dalton, the filmer, takes a golf ball to the nuts:
    "I'm on the ground, Dalton's on the ground, and the ball is nowhere in sight." – Evan (08:53)

The Cormorant Mayor Saga—Ken vs. the Dogs

• Ken's Campaign for Mayor Against Dogs (10:46–18:21)
  • In Cormorant, MN, Ken ran for mayor against dogs; the campaign grew social-media hype, a billboard, and a satirical news segment.
  • The community wanted another canine mayor, so Ken’s votes were thrown out for being human.
  • "You spent campaign dollars, dude—bought a billboard!" – A (13:08)
  • "All I know is that dog is not my mayor." – A (17:29)
  • The segment includes a hilarious mock-serious newscast covering the saga. (13:26–15:48)
    • "Who's not going to vote for Khaleesi? Sorry, Ken." – News Reporter (15:48)

Realities of YouTube, Security, and Small Town Life

• Data Breaches & Security Tips (19:00–21:03)

  • The group riffs on Social Security number hacks and Ken’s advice to freeze your credit.
  • "I don't have any credit… Nobody's more locked down and secure than Ken." – A & D (20:08)

• Behind the Scenes of CboysTV: Cameras, Chairs, Set “Upgrades” (21:14–25:18)

  • Good-natured teasing about podcast filming budgets—Ken still being filmed on a GoPro, cheap Amazon chairs, and the set comprised of “junk found around the shop.”
  • "Next thing you know, we're gonna… have the cheapest podcast set ever." – A (24:30)

Youth, Embarrassment, and Wild Antics

• Middle School Memories: Fruit Booting & Underwear Stories (25:26–32:20)

  • Evan is roasted for old YouTube videos featuring rollerblading (fruit booting) and rocking a Speedo; he admits to wearing the same pair of “lucky” Old Navy underwear for 45 days straight as a kid.
    • "I didn't change my underpants for 45 days." – Evan (30:06)
    • "The undercarriage of them literally just blew out… It was like some misshapen thong." – Evan (31:04)

• Locker Room Stories (34:44–36:00)

  • Classic tales of getting stuck in lockers, the perils of Axe body spray, and pranks in the school locker room.
  • "I made the horrible mistake of under my own will, just seeing if I could fit into a locker." – Evan (34:44)

Spenny's Origin Story: From Hustler to Professional Dirtbiker

• Early Hustle: Monster Energy & Chew (36:50–40:35)

  • Spencer shares about selling Monster drinks and U.S. tobacco at a markup in Canadian schools, funded by winnings from races and his parents’ support.
  • "Dude, I was hustling Monster in Red Bull… stuffing my boots full with [chew]." (36:57–38:14)

• Choosing Between Ski and Moto: Path to Pro (42:03–53:22)

  • Grew up riding, briefly raced ski, but chose bikes.
  • Joined a U.S. KTM satellite team at 17, specialized in Endurocross and hard enduro.
  • "At 16, 17, I was like, should I go pro skiing or should I go pro dirt biking?" – C (52:14)
  • Endurocross explained: "16 riders on a stadium track… rocks, logs, cars, water crossings, cars." – C (53:23)
  • Achieved U.S. championship, then sidelined by illness, pivoted to YouTube and vlogging.

The Physical & Mental Toll of Pro Moto Life

• Injury, Crohn’s Disease Diagnosis & Recovery (76:23–79:47)

  • Spenny recounts developing Crohn’s after overtraining, losing 40 lbs, being bedridden, and learning to manage with medication.
  • Shares a TMI but relatable story about a date gone wrong during a Crohn’s flare-up:
    "I turn to her, I'm like… I got this really bad stomach problem… I gotta rip into the woods. I'll be back in five or ten." – C (77:51)
    • "Probably just a t-shirt… it was my favorite Fox Honda t-shirt." – C (78:11)

• Training, Injuries & Moto Myths (69:36–83:05)

  • Discusses the pain and wear from racing: hernia, tendinosis, chronic aches.
  • "I wake… out of bed, I need ratchet straps to pull my body out… my hips hurt, my back hurts, my neck hurts, my shoulders hurt." – C (69:39)
  • Training is 100% for functional strength, not for looks. "I've never worked out for looks… I'm function-working out... for a purpose." – C (82:52)

The Moto Van: Living on the Road

• Nomad Racing Life (61:00–63:39)
  • Spenny describes living out of his moto van—sleeping, cooking, and traveling to races across North America.
  • Moto community is likened to a surf or skate lifestyle, centered on friendships and shared couch-surfing hospitality.

Electric Dirtbikes, Sponsorships, and Future Goals

• The Rise of Electric (72:14–75:45)

  • Spenny rides a Stark Varg (electric dirtbike) but doesn’t see electric overtaking gas bikes; they’ll remain parallel worlds.

• On Sponsors & Taking Risks (60:18–62:23 & 66:05–68:03)

  • Racing sponsors tend to be conservative; Spenny now partners mainly with brands who appreciate his wild style and social media reach.
  • "I cater my whole sponsorship program to suit what I’m gonna do." – C (60:47)
  • Cboys note how rare it is for a pro with Spenny’s credentials to keep riding wild stunts for fun.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (with Timestamps)

• On Cboys' Unique Challenges:
  "Spenny is the best at riding over things that should not be ridden over or jumping over things that shouldn't be jumped over." — Evan (04:16)

• The Mayor Race Debacle:
  "You spent campaign dollars, dude—bought a billboard!" — A (13:08) "All I know is that dog is not my mayor." — A (17:29)

• On the Moto Pro Lifestyle:
  "Next weekend, I'm racing a Red Bull race, and I just came and rode on the roof of a pizza ranch... No other pro is doing that." — C (59:35)

• Coping With Illness During Dating:
  "I got this really bad stomach problem... I gotta rip into the woods. I'll be back in five or ten." — C (77:51)

• On the Pain of Moto Life:
  "I wake... out of bed, need ratchet straps to pull my body out... my hips hurt, my back hurts..." — C (69:39)

• On Picking a Sport for Chicks:
  "Dirt bike guys don’t get chicks. Bro, they think moto guys are the creepiest dudes." — C (68:33; 71:10)

Highlighted Segments by Timestamp

• 00:43–06:59: Studio shenanigans, why Spenny is the Cboys’ technical dirtbike king, riding on rooftops, evading cops.
• 10:46–18:21: Ken’s mayoral race against dogs, billboard campaigns, news coverage.
• 21:14–25:18: Bizarre podcast studio setup, the legend of the GoPro camera.
• 25:26–32:20: Evan’s embarrassing middle school, rollerblading, and a 45-day underwear streak story.
• 36:50–40:35: Spenny’s early hustle selling Monster and chew in Canadian schools.
• 42:03–53:22: Spenny’s decision between skiing and moto, becoming a pro, endurocross explained.
• 76:23–79:47: Coping with Crohn’s disease, wild dating stories.
• 60:18–62:23: Life in the moto van, the family-like spirit of the moto community.
• 66:05–68:03: On risk, confidence, and why most pro riders stick to “current formulas.”

Tone & Personality

This episode is punchy, irreverent, and genuine—catching both the comedy and grit of CboysTV and their guests. Banter is fast-paced and full of inside jokes, but the group pauses for real talk when discussing health, the business of racing, or life on the road. Spenny balances humility and bravado, making it clear why he’s beloved: technical prowess, a wild streak, but down-to-earth sensibilities.

Where to Find Spenny (and the Cboys)

• YouTube: Spencer Wilton
• Instagram: @spencerwilton17

Recommended for listeners if…

You want:

• The untold story behind high-stakes dirtbiking
• Laugh-out-loud group chemistry from the CboysTV crew
• Real advice for aspiring riders or anyone dreaming of a nontraditional career in action sports