Garage Built Podcast

Jason Hallman

The podcast of custom motorcycle aficionado, entrepreneur, motorcycle journalist and enthusiast Jason Hallman read less
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Episode 113: John from Hard Core Cycles
Apr 19 2023
Episode 113: John from Hard Core Cycles
John O'Brien is the owner of Hard Core Cycles www.hardcorecyclesinc.com in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and the former co-host of Torque Performance Television. He is also the promoter of the Hard Core Performance show in Daytona and Sturgis.This episode of the Garage Built Podcast was recorded in the Law Fran Studios call 866-LAW-FRAN AND FOLLOW @franhaaschlawgroupThe Tennessee Motorcycle and Music Revival is back at Loretta Lynns Ranch this May 18th -  21st in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. Events include the Coal Miners Hill Climb, Flat Track races and music from artists such as Nikki Lane, Whey Jennings and more. Tickets available at motorcyclesandmusic.comTeam Dream Rides in Maryville Tennessee specializes in performance engine upgrades, used bike sales, service, maintenance and repair.  Visit www.teamdreamrides.com or follow @dreamridestennessee on Instagram to keep up all the latest news.Billy Lane’s Sons Of Speed Vintage Motorcycle Racing is coming back to the Tennessee National Raceway for Memorial Weekend go to www.billylane.net and click the Event Brite link to purchase pre-sale tickets. You will also find tons of Officially Licensed Choppers Inc and Sons Of Speed Merchandise. Join Billy and the Sons Of Speed family this Memorial Day Weekend for vintage motorcycle racing.1620 Work Wear - premium “Made in the USA” work wear guaranteed for life!  Visit www.1620usa.com and use discount code to save 20% at checkout. Follow @1620usa In business, relationships are everything. As a small shop owner your suppliers are key to the relationship you have with your customers. Key benefits like parts availability and a diverse list of brands set Hard Drive apart from the crowd. While other distributors are trimming their catalog brands Hard Drive is adding new brands [almost] monthly. Hard Drive has brands like NAMZ & Letric Lighting, Hofmann Designs, Santoro Fabworx and Sawicki Speed, Racing Brothers and FOX suspensions and dozens more just to name a few. With six warehouses coast to coast, it is likely that Hard Drive has a warehouse near you that allows you to offer your customers one-day shipping in many cases.Since 2013 Hard Drive has grown to become the 1st book of choice in many independent shops and dealers due to their lightning fast shipping and excellent customer service.Visit: HDTWIN.com to find a dealer near you or to become a dealer today!
Episode 112: Inside Job with John Jessup and Jason Hallman
Apr 11 2023
Episode 112: Inside Job with John Jessup and Jason Hallman
The Inside Job Podcast is a new series from Garage Built Media co-hosted by John Jessup www.teamdreamrides.com and Jason Hallman www.cyclestopusa.com John and Jason [collectively] have nearly a half-a-century of experience in the motorcycle industry and they share that knowledge discussing the ins and outs of their business from the "Inside Out"Special thanks to Hard Drive V-Twin Distributing www.hdtwin.com for their support of this podcast and of our industry. While other distributors are shrinking their catalogs and brand offerings, Hard Drive is working to grow our industry by adding new brands and delivering excellent customer service via their 6 warehouses nationwide. Visit your local Hard Drive V-Twin dealer today!This episode of the Garage Built Podcast was recorded in the Law Fran Studios call 866-LAW-FRAN AND FOLLOW @franhaaschlawgroupThe Tennessee Motorcycle and Music Revival is back at Loretta Lynns Ranch this May 18th -  21st in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. Events include the Coal Miners Hill Climb, Flat Track races and music from artists such as Nikki Lane, Whey Jennings and more. Tickets available at motorcyclesandmusic.comTeam Dream Rides in Maryville Tennessee is located only minutes from the Tail Of The Dragon. Dream Rides specializes in performance engine upgrades, used bike sales, service, maintenance and repair.  Visit www.teamdreamrides.com or follow @dreamridestennessee on Instagram to keep up all the latest news.Billy Lane’s Sons Of Speed Vintage Motorcycle Racing is coming back to the Tennessee National Raceway for Memorial Weekend go to www.billylane.net and click the Event Brite link to purchase pre-sale tickets. You will also find tons of Officially Licensed Choppers Inc and Sons Of Speed Merchandise. Join Billy and the Sons Of Speed family this Memorial Day Weekend for vintage motorcycle racing.1620 Work Wear - premium “Made in the USA” work wear guaranteed for life!  Visit www.1620usa.com and use discount code “SPEED2022” to save 20% at checkout. Follow @1620usa
Episode 111: Strike Force Energy
Apr 3 2023
Episode 111: Strike Force Energy
Strike Force Energy is an energy supplement like no other. We sat down with the company founder and talked about his unique approach to the competitive beverage industry and how his product fits so well into the Motorcycle and Military communities. Strike Force recently partnered with TMMR and the V-Twin Visionary team to bring their unique product into our events and rallys. Visit www.strikeforceenergy.com and use the code SPEEDMETAL to save on your purchase or subscription.This episode of the Garage Built Podcast was recorded in the Law Fran Studios call 866-LAW-FRAN AND FOLLOW @franhaaschlawgroupThe Tennessee Motorcycle and Music Revival is back at Loretta Lynns Ranch this May 18th -  21st in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. Events include the Coal Miners Hill Climb, Flat Track races and music from artists such as Nikki Lane, Whey Jennings and more. Tickets available at motorcyclesandmusic.comTeam Dream Rides in Maryville Tennessee is located only minutes from the Tail Of The Dragon. Dream Rides specializes in performance engine upgrades, used bike sales, service, maintenance and repair.  Visit www.teamdreamrides.com or follow @dreamridestennessee on Instagram to keep up all the latest news.Billy Lane’s Sons Of Speed Vintage Motorcycle Racing is coming back to the Tennessee National Raceway for Memorial Weekend go to www.billylane.net and click the Event Brite link to purchase pre-sale tickets. You will also find tons of Officially Licensed Choppers Inc and Sons Of Speed Merchandise. Join me, Billy and the Sons Of Speed family this Memorial Day Weekend for vintage motorcycle racing.1620 Work Wear - premium “Made in the USA” work wear guaranteed for life!  Visit www.1620usa.com and use discount code “SPEED2022” to save 20% at checkout. Follow @1620usa
Episode 108: Hot Shot and Morgan - God Speed Racing
Jan 30 2023
Episode 108: Hot Shot and Morgan - God Speed Racing
The God Speed Racing family has some of the most unique racers on its roster. Hot Shot and his [beautiful] wife Morgan are welders that moonlight as part of the God Speed Team and when they aren't welding or raising their children, they race a "Side-Hack" motorcycle in another racing circuit. They are part of Billy Lane's Sons of Speed racing and we caught up with them in January at the Gibtown BikefestThis episode of the Garage Built Podcast was recorded in the Law Fran Studios call 866-LAW-FRAN AND FOLLOW @franhaaschlawgroupFor nearly seven decades, S&S Cycles has engineered and produced the finest American Made quality aftermarket parts for American V-Twins. Whether your on the street or the track, choose S&S Cycles for your next performance upgrade. Visit SSCYCLE.COM and follow S&S Cycles on social media: @sscycleTeam Dream Rides in Maryville Tennessee is located only minutes from the Tail Of The Dragon. Dream Rides specializes in performance engine upgrades, used bike sales, service, maintenance and repair.  Visit www.teamdreamrides.com or follow @dreamridestennessee on Instagram to keep up all the latest news.Billy Lane’s Sons Of Speed Vintage Motorcycle Racing is coming to New Smyrna Speedway this March 4th go to www.billylane.net and click the Event Brite link to purchase pre-sale tickets. You will also find tons of Officially Licensed Choppers Inc and Sons Of Speed Merchandise. Join me, Billy and the Sons Of Speed family this March in New Smyrna.1620 Work Wear - premium “Made in the USA” work wear guaranteed for life!  Visit www.1620usa.com and use discount code “SPEED2022” to save 20% at checkout. Follow @1620usa
Episode 107: Fast Freddie Bollwage
Jan 19 2023
Episode 107: Fast Freddie Bollwage
"Fast" Freddie Bollwage is the co-founder of the God Speed Racing, a vintage motorcycle team that races in Billy Lane's Sons Of Speed racing series. The Sons Of Speed are coming back to the New Smyrna Speedway this March 4th. Enjoy!This episode of the Garage Built Podcast was recorded in the Law Fran Studios call 866-LAW-FRAN AND FOLLOW @franhaaschlawgroupFor nearly seven decades, S&S Cycles has engineered and produced the finest American Made quality aftermarket parts for American V-Twins. Whether your on the street or the track, choose S&S Cycles for your next performance upgrade. Visit SSCYCLE.COM and follow S&S Cycles on social media: @sscycleTeam Dream Rides in Maryville Tennessee is located only minutes from the Tail Of The Dragon. Dream Rides specializes in performance engine upgrades, used bike sales, service, maintenance and repair.  Visit www.teamdreamrides.com or follow @dreamridestennessee on Instagram to keep up all the latest news.Billy Lane’s Sons Of Speed Vintage Motorcycle Racing is coming to New Smyrna Speedway this March 4th go to www.billylane.net and click the Event Brite link to purchase pre-sale tickets. You will also find tons of Officially Licensed Choppers Inc and Sons Of Speed Merchandise. Join me, Billy and the Sons Of Speed family this March in New Smyrna.1620 Work Wear - premium “Made in the USA” work wear guaranteed for life!  Visit www.1620usa.com and use discount code “SPEED2022” to save 20% at checkout. Follow @1620usa
Episode 105: Irish Rich - Shamrock Fabrication
Dec 19 2022
Episode 105: Irish Rich - Shamrock Fabrication
Irish Rich was one of our earliest guests and one of a small handful that have appeared more than once. Born in 1952 in Daytona, Florida, Rich now resides in the Black Hills, South Dakota. He isn't showing any signs of slowing down either. Among his builds are two of the most recognizable [non-shopp built] West Coast Choppers; White Heat (which had an appearance in Jesse Jame's "History of the Chopper") and the Chrome Nun. Enjoy!This episode of the Garage Built Podcast was recorded in the Law Fran Studios call 866-LAW-FRAN AND FOLLOW @franhaaschlawgroupS&S Cycles.  Since 1958 S&S has led the V-twin aftermarket. From innovative new ways to get air and fuel into your performance twin, to big bore kits for all Big Twins, Sportsters and M8’s to todays must have exhaust components…choose S&S Cycles for your next performance upgrade. Visit SSCYCLE.COM and follow S&S Cycles on social media: @sscycleTeam Dream Rides in Maryville Tennessee is located only minutes from the Tail Of The Dragon. Dream Rides specializes in performance engine upgrades, used bike sales, service, maintenance and repair.  Visit www.teamdreamrides.com or follow @dreamridestennessee on Instagram to keep up all the latest news.The High Seas Rally 2023 sets sail from Tampa Florida for the ONLY motorcycle rally on a cruise ship. Join me and 3500 bikers as we sail the high seas for a 7-day cruise!  Follow @highseasrally on Instagram to find out the latest information. 1620 Work Wear - premium “Made in the USA” work wear guaranteed for life!  Visit www.1620usa.com and use discount code “SPEED2022” to save 20% at checkout. Follow @1620usa
Episode 104: Revolution Performance
Dec 12 2022
Episode 104: Revolution Performance
Husband and wife team, Rodney and Melissa Shrum are the "horsepower" behind Millennium Technology's Revolution Performance division specializing in V-Twin performance.  Their two-decades long career has taken them to places in the industry that most never get a chance to experience. We met two-years ago in Sturgis but we REALLY connected on the High Seas Rally. We talked about the industry and how we could all make it a better place to do business and the challenges of bringing manufacturing back in country during the last two-years. Their incite was refreshing and I think you'll really learn a few things about the behind the scenes of manufacturing.Enjoy!This episode of the Garage Built Podcast was recorded in the Law Fran Studios call 866-LAW-FRAN AND FOLLOW @franhaaschlawgroupS&S Cycles.  Since 1958 S&S has led the V-twin aftermarket. From innovative new ways to get air and fuel into your performance twin, to big bore kits for all Big Twins, Sportsters and M8’s to todays must have exhaust components…choose S&S Cycles for your next performance upgrade. Visit SSCYCLE.COM and follow S&S Cycles on social media: @sscycleTeam Dream Rides in Maryville Tennessee is located only minutes from the Tail Of The Dragon. Dream Rides specializes in performance engine upgrades, used bike sales, service, maintenance and repair.  Visit www.teamdreamrides.com or follow @dreamridestennessee on Instagram to keep up all the latest news.The High Seas Rally 2023 sets sail from Tampa Florida for the ONLY motorcycle rally on a cruise ship. Join me and 3500 bikers as we sail the high seas for a 7-day cruise!  Follow @highseasrally on Instagram to find out the latest information. 1620 Work Wear - premium “Made in the USA” work wear guaranteed for life!  Visit www.1620usa.com and use discount code “SPEED2022” to save 20% at checkout. Follow @1620usa
Episode 103: Episode 103 - The Inside Job #1 with John Jessup and Jason Hallman
Dec 7 2022
Episode 103: Episode 103 - The Inside Job #1 with John Jessup and Jason Hallman
For episode 103, John and Jason have decided to share their industry experiences with the listeners of the Garage Built Podcast. If you have ever wanted to know about the pitfalls of running your own motorcycle shop, well here you go!This episode of the Garage Built Podcast was recorded in the Law Fran Studios call 866-LAW-FRAN AND FOLLOW @franhaaschlawgroupS&S Cycles.  Since 1958 S&S has led the V-twin aftermarket. From innovative new ways to get air and fuel into your performance twin, to big bore kits for all Big Twins, Sportsters and M8’s to todays must have exhaust components…choose S&S Cycles for your next performance upgrade. Visit SSCYCLE.COM and follow S&S Cycles on social media: @sscycleTeam Dream Rides in Maryville Tennessee is located only minutes from the Tail Of The Dragon. Dream Rides specializes in performance engine upgrades, used bike sales, service, maintenance and repair.  Visit www.teamdreamrides.com or follow @dreamridestennessee on Instagram to keep up all the latest news.The High Seas Rally 2023 sets sail from Tampa Florida for the ONLY motorcycle rally on a cruise ship. Join me and 3500 bikers as we sail the high seas for a 7-day cruise!  Follow @highseasrally on Instagram to find out the latest information. 1620 Work Wear - premium “Made in the USA” work wear guaranteed for life!  Visit www.1620usa.com and use discount code “SPEED2022” to save 20% at checkout. Follow @1620usa
Episode 102: Episode 102 - Keith Terry of Terry Components
Nov 28 2022
Episode 102: Episode 102 - Keith Terry of Terry Components
Keith Terry has had several amazing careers. From Major League Baseball, to import and domestic fuel systems and components, to his world famous electronics and starting systems for the V-Twin aftermarket. We caught up with Mr. Terry on the High Seas Rally to chew the fat and hear his amazing story. Enjoy!This episode of the Garage Built Podcast was recorded in the Law Fran Studios call 866-LAW-FRAN AND FOLLOW @franhaaschlawgroupS&S Cycles.  Since 1958 S&S has led the V-twin aftermarket. From innovative new ways to get air and fuel into your performance twin, to big bore kits for all Big Twins, Sportsters and M8’s to todays must have exhaust components…choose S&S Cycles for your next performance upgrade. Visit SSCYCLE.COM and follow S&S Cycles on social media: @sscycleTeam Dream Rides in Maryville Tennessee is located only minutes from the Tail Of The Dragon. Dream Rides specializes in performance engine upgrades, used bike sales, service, maintenance and repair.  Visit www.teamdreamrides.com or follow @dreamridestennessee on Instagram to keep up all the latest news.The High Seas Rally 2023 sets sail from Tampa Florida for the ONLY motorcycle rally on a cruise ship. Join me and 3500 bikers as we sail the high seas for a 7-day cruise!  Follow @highseasrally on Instagram to find out the latest information. 1620 Work Wear - premium “Made in the USA” work wear guaranteed for life!  Visit www.1620usa.com and use discount code “SPEED2022” to save 20% at checkout. Follow @1620usa
Episode 101: Episode 101 - Larry Curik Lone Star Choppers
Nov 21 2022
Episode 101: Episode 101 - Larry Curik Lone Star Choppers
Larry Curik is one of those guys that has "forgotten more than you have learned". We met on the High Seas Rally and became fast friends. I couldn't pass up the opportunity to talk motorcycles with Larry one more time before we disembarked from the ship for the good. I am happy to share that conversation with you here. Enjoy!This episode of the Garage Built Podcast is brought to you by the Law Fran Studios call 866-LAW-FRAN AND FOLLOW @franhaaschlawgroupS&S Cycles.  Since 1958 S&S has led the V-twin aftermarket. From innovative new ways to get air and fuel into your performance twin, to big bore kits for all Big Twins, Sportsters and M8’s to todays must have exhaust components…choose S&S Cycles for your next performance upgrade. Visit SSCYCLE.COM and follow S&S Cycles on social media: @sscycleTeam Dream Rides in Maryville Tennessee is located only minutes from the Tail Of The Dragon. Dream Rides specializes in performance engine upgrades, used bike sales, service, maintenance and repair.  Visit www.teamdreamrides.com or follow @dreamridestennessee on Instagram to keep up all the latest news.The High Seas Rally 2023 sets sail from Tampa Florida for the ONLY motorcycle rally on a cruise ship. Join me and 3500 bikers as we sail the high seas for a 7-day cruise!  Follow @highseasrally on Instagram to find out the latest information or go to www.highseasrally.com to book!1620 Work Wear - premium “Made in the USA” work wear guaranteed for life!  Visit www.1620usa.com and use discount code “SPEED2022” to save 20% at checkout. Follow @1620usa
Episode 100: Episode 100 - Live on the High Seas with Brian and Vanessa Klock
Nov 15 2022
Episode 100: Episode 100 - Live on the High Seas with Brian and Vanessa Klock
We made it to 100 episodes and we wanted it to be a special guest, so we got two! Brian and Vanessa Klock are the proprietors of Klock Werks in Mitchell South Dakota. Over the last 25 years Klock Werks has evolved into a multi-faceted motorcycle conglomerate. Their innovative designs have proven that Klock Werks is a staple in the custom motorcycle industry while their ethics and morals have lead to success both in and out of their business. It has not been without challenges. In 2019 a 100-year flood almost took them down but their faith, hard work, resiliency and belief in their team brought them back stronger. I warn you, this one gets heavy at times but it was a sincere joy to hear their story. Enjoy!The Garage Built Podcast is brought to you by the Law Offices of Fran Haasch. Call 866-LAW-FRAN and follow online @franhaaschlawgroupS&S Cycles.  Since 1958 S&S has led the V-twin aftermarket. From innovative new ways to get air and fuel into your performance twin, to big bore kits for all Big Twins, Sportsters and M8’s to todays must have exhaust components…choose S&S Cycles for your next performance upgrade. Visit SSCYCLE.COM and follow S&S Cycles on social media: @sscycleTeam Dream Rides in Maryville Tennessee is located only minutes from the Tail Of The Dragon. Dream Rides specializes in performance engine upgrades, used bike sales, service, maintenance and repair.  Visit www.teamdreamrides.com or follow @dreamridestennessee on Instagram to keep up all the latest news.The High Seas Rally 2023 sets sail from Tampa Florida for the ONLY motorcycle rally on a cruise ship. Join me and 3500 bikers as we sail the high seas for a 7-day cruise!  Follow @highseasrally on Instagram to find out the latest information. 1620 Work Wear - premium “Made in the USA” work wear guaranteed for life!  Visit www.1620usa.com and use discount code “SPEED2022” to save 20% at checkout. Follow @1620usa