Off-road Historian, John Elkin, On Episode 274 Conversations With Big Rich podcast

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Off-road historian, John Elkin, on Episode 274

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In this riveting episode of Conversations with Big Rich, host Rich Klein delves into the fascinating world of off-road racing and rallying with the esteemed John Elkin. John, a renowned off-road historian and writer, shares his journey from family adventures in Death Valley to becoming a pivotal figure in off-road motorsports journalism.

Episode Highlights:

Early Off-Road Influences: John recounts his early exposure to off-road adventures with family trips to Death Valley, setting the stage for his lifelong passion for the sport.
Racing and Writing Journey: Discover how John transitioned from being an off-road enthusiast to a respected writer and historian in the off-road community. He shares anecdotes about covering iconic races and the people he met along the way.
Navigating Challenges: John opens up about his battle with melanoma and how it shifted his focus from racing to preserving the history of the sport through writing.
Impact of the Off-Road Motorsports Hall of Fame: Explore John's contributions to the Hall

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