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Real Riders. Real Days. Real Track.

Stories and moments from the people who've actually thrown a leg over a bike with us — shared with their permission.

Darren Hillstead, founder of Throttle Relief Motorsports, standing with his red Honda CRF motocross bike, number 253

Owner Bio

Darren Hillstead

Founder · Throttle Relief Motorsports

I’m the founder of Throttle Relief Motorsports, built on the belief that motorcycles can do more than get you from point A to point B — they can change your life.

I got sober on February 2, 2020. That decision forced me to take ownership, get honest, and build my life around what truly matters: faith, family, discipline, and serving other people. With 23 years of experience in sales and management, I understand that leadership is not about titles, it is about showing up, doing the work, and helping others win.

In September 2025, I was at my heaviest weight: 355 pounds. I made another decision to take control of my health, and by September 2026, I had lost 100 pounds. The mission is not finished. My goal is to reach 210 pounds or below and return to competitive racing in 2027.

Born and raised in Washington State, I spent time in Arizona before making Texas home and opening Throttle Relief Motorsports. This company is not about me being the face of a brand. It is about creating a real community — people connected by moto who show up for each other, face challenges head-on, and refuse to do life alone.

Throttle Relief is a place to ride, connect, build discipline, and find purpose, one throttle twist, one conversation, and one day at a time.

Marty of Punx Moto standing with his motocross bike, bib number 333, at an AZ Open event
Riding has become more than just a part of my mental health and sobriety — it is part of who I am and the one thing that keeps me grounded in the life I have fought so hard to build. When I'm on my bike, it's not about outrunning my past or escaping my problems; it allows me to face them with a clear mind, the desert in front of me, and nothing standing between me and the person I've worked so hard to become. Riding isn't just a hobby — it's a way of life.
Marty · Punx Moto Rider & Team Mechanic

More Stories, Coming Soon

We're gathering more rider stories as new events wrap up. If you've ridden with us and want to share yours, tell us on the contact form — with your permission, we'd love to feature it here.

From The Track

Community In Motion

Unscripted moments from the pits, the staging area, and the track — this is what a real event looks like.

Staging up before a session — riders of every age, side by side
Two riders sharing a fist bump on their bikes before heading out A moment before heading out
Rider number 756 sitting on a dirt bike facing the open desert track Taking in the track before a ride block
Two riders catching air off a jump, one performing a whip Dialed in and sending it
The crew resting together in the pits under a red canopy The pit crew, mid-day
A young rider staged at the starting line at a motocross event Every age, every background — open to everyone

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