Life in the Fast Lane with Misti Hurst: Racing, Coaching & Writing with Purpose

n this episode, I sit down with Misti Hurst — former AMA Pro Supersport racer, senior California Superbike School coach, mountain bike mentor, mini-moto mom, and now… published author.

With over 20 years of experience racing and coaching riders around the world, Misti is one of the most respected voices in motorcycle education today. Now, she’s turning the throttle in a new direction with her debut book, Life in the Fast Lane: Discovering the Art of Cornering — a powerful mix of riding techniques, behind-the-scenes coaching stories, and deeply personal lessons from the road, the racetrack, and life itself.

We talk about:

Her journey from street rider to pro racer and coach
Working with Keith Code and the evolution of CSS
The psychology of fear, coaching, and breakthroughs
How she teaches kids, mountain bikers, and Moto Moms alike
What it really took to write this book — and why now
Her new Kickstarter campaign to bring Life in the Fast Lane to print

If you ride, coach, teach, or just love a good comeback story — this one’s for you.

00:00 – One Truth About Motorcycling You’d Never Coach Out
00:18 – Misti on the Inescapable Danger of Riding
00:53 – What 24-Year-Old Peg-Dragging Misti Would Say Now
02:02 – Kickstarter Goals: What Happens if It Blows Up?
02:58 – All or Nothing: How Kickstarter Actually Works
04:45 – Stretch Goals, Audiobook, and Group Incentives
06:09 – Reward Tiers: Signed Editions, Coaching, and Youth Fund
08:19 – The $5,000 Tier: Suggest a Chapter in the Next Book
10:00 – The Emotional Rollercoaster of Publishing a Book
11:34 – Investing in the Next Generation of Riders
12:37 – Quick Fire Round Begins: Most Underrated Skill?
12:51 – Hardest You’ve Ever Laughed Coaching
13:13 – Who’s Faster: Rick Rayner or Misti?
13:25 – Most Badass Coach You’ve Ever Ridden Behind
13:50 – Riding with Troy Corser: Terrifying and Awesome
14:03 – What’s More Important: Apex or Exit?
14:25 – Best Post-Ride Snack
14:55 – Wrap-Up: Why This Book Is Needed and Who It’s For
15:45 – Final Words: Gratitude and Mutual Support





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