Take a look at this, Life After NPK: Ryan Martin & Murder Nova Reveal THE TRUTH About Outlaw Syndicate!
When Street Outlaws and No Prep Kings stopped filming, fans immediately started asking the same question:
What’s next for Ryan Martin and Murder Nova?
According to both Ryan Martin and Shawn Ellington, the answer wasn’t retirement—it was getting back to the type of racing they love most: small-tire racing and grassroots events.
The Truth About Life After NPK
Ryan Martin explained that after No Prep Kings ended, he quickly jumped into promoting and racing small-tire events across the South, while Murder Nova focused on Pro Mod competition and other racing opportunities. Both drivers felt the need to stay active in racing rather than waiting for another television project.
Murder Nova admitted that the smaller events reminded him of the early days of racing:
- Simpler atmosphere
- More interaction with fans
- Racing with friends
- Less pressure than a national touring series
That experience became one of the foundations for Outlaw Syndicate.
Outlaw Syndicate Was Born From a Simple Idea
According to Ryan and Shawn, Outlaw Syndicate started after seeing the success of smaller grassroots races and realizing there was still strong demand for that style of competition.
The goal was to create a series that offered:
- Competitive small-tire racing
- Affordable participation
- Fan accessibility
- Strong payouts
- A season championship
Instead of building another massive NPK-style tour, they wanted something more manageable and racer-friendly.
Ryan Martin Revealed the Business Side
One of the most interesting comments came from Ryan Martin, who openly discussed the business reality of life after Street Outlaws.
He explained that racing had become their livelihood for years, and when that opportunity changed, they needed another way to remain involved professionally in the sport they know best. Outlaw Syndicate became both a racing project and a business venture.
Why Smaller Tracks Matter
A major focus of the series is visiting tracks that many national tours overlook.
Ryan and Shawn specifically targeted:
- Smaller venues
- New markets
- Areas where fans rarely saw Street Outlaws stars
Their goal was to bring major names back to local tracks and create a more personal experience for racers and spectators.
Not Just Small Tire Racing
The Outlaw Syndicate Series features multiple classes, including:
- Small Tire
- Lil Gangstas
- 6.50 Index
- Daily Driver
- Junior Dragsters
Both drivers emphasized that they wanted the series to appeal to racers of all experience levels, not just elite small-tire competitors.
The Future of Outlaw Syndicate
Ryan Martin stated that one lesson learned from No Prep Kings was the danger of overscheduling racers.
Rather than running 15-18 events per season, Outlaw Syndicate plans to stay around 8-10 races annually, making it easier for racers with regular jobs to compete for a championship.
Murder Nova also hinted that expansion into Canada and additional venues could happen in future seasons if the series continues to grow.
Final Thoughts
The biggest revelation from Ryan Martin and Murder Nova is that Outlaw Syndicate isn’t trying to replace No Prep Kings.
Instead, it’s an attempt to return to what made outlaw racing exciting in the first place:
- Smaller tracks
- More fan interaction
- Affordable competition
- Grassroots racing culture
For Ryan Martin and Murder Nova, life after NPK isn’t about looking backward.
It’s about building the next chapter of outlaw drag racing themselves. 🚀🏁
