Don’t Get Angry, Get Curious w/ Ryan Sipes | Mindset of the Racer

Most racers try to “make it happen” by forcing results, riding angry, or overriding the bike. In this episode of Seat Time, Ryan Sipes breaks down why that usually backfires, and why you should stop getting angry and start getting curious instead.

We dig into:

• The difference between trying to force speed vs. letting your riding happen
• How to notice when ego is driving your decisions on race day
• Using curiosity instead of frustration when you’re not where you think you “should” be
• Turning bad races into intentional practice plans instead of meltdowns
• The “mental tear‑off” reset Ryan uses after mistakes so he doesn’t spiral mid‑race
• Self‑talk, earned confidence, and racing on the edge without losing your head
• Flow state, breath work, and stacking the deck so you can actually access your best riding
• What Ryan is building with Moto Intelligence and how he coaches riders now

This is Mindset of the Racer – Episode 1, a 12‑episode 2026 series on the Seat Time podcast feed focused on the mental side of going faster, riding longer, and enjoying dirt bikes more.

If this conversation resonates, share it with a riding buddy who takes racing (or themselves) a little too seriously, and make sure you’re subscribed so you don’t miss the next Mindset of the Racer episode.

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