Startline Ep 19 - You just want to go again: Andy Herd
Start Line with Beth Espey
Thursday, 18 December 2025 - 22 minutes
In this episode, Andy Herd opens up about his journey into motorcycle racing, from those first formative experiences on two wheels to the realities of juggling racing with family life and work commitments.
He speaks candidly about the nerves that still hit before the visor goes down and how he's preparing mentally and physically to hopefully be at Manx Grand Prix 2026.
Along the way, Andy reflects on the vital role of community, camaraderie and sponsorship in the racing world, and the friendships that make the paddock feel like a second home.
There’s also a wry moment of reflection on how a single missed email had unexpected consequences last year...
Throughout the conversation, Andy’s passion for racing is unmistakable, underpinned by the unwavering support of friends, family and sponsors as he continues to chase his goal race the most demanding roads in the world.
You can follow Andy on Facebook here and Instagram here.
In this episode, we also hear from MGP rider Andrew Jones about what he wished he'd known before his first MGP. You can find Andrew's Facebook page here and Instagram here.
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