Roger Goldammer: Championship Builder & Speed-Obsessed Customist | One Gang Worldwide Ep 120 One Gang Worldwide podcast

Roger Goldammer: Championship Builder & Speed-Obsessed Customist | One Gang Worldwide Ep 120

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In this episode, listeners are introduced to Roger Goldammer, a three-time AMD World Champion and a land speed record holder renowned for his influential custom motorcycles. The discussion covers Roger's unique approach to motorcycle design and craftsmanship, his early influences, and the principles that guided his career. He delves into the specifics of some of his most iconic builds, like the Dyna Glide with a panhead engine, sharing insights on maintaining traditional techniques in a highly digitized world. Roger also reflects on the importance of hard work and passion in achieving success, balancing creativity with business demands, and the sacrifices necessary for reaching the pinnacle of one's craft. Despite opportunities for more widespread fame, Roger chose to stay grounded, focusing on pure innovation and mastery in motorcycle building. He offers valuable advice to aspiring builders and shares his future aspirations, all while emphasizing the significance of authenticity and passion in any creative pursuit.

00:00 Introduction to Roger Gold

01:23 Break the Ice: Rapid Fire Questions

07:17 Early Life and Influences

12:24 Starting Gold Am Cycleworks

15:04 Building Custom Motorcycles

20:09 The World Championships and Beyond

30:43 Challenges and Innovations

37:47 The Inspiration Behind the Build

39:37 The Sacrifices of Mastery

43:42 Walking Away from the Spotlight

48:03 Balancing Passion and Business

50:33 Legacy and Influence in Custom Bike Building

01:02:49 Advice for Aspiring Builders

01:12:09 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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