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PODCAST

Why We Ride Podcast

Lucas Vaadi and TJ Leach

The Why We Ride Podcast is designed to drive stoke and exposure to the action sports industry. Each week, we engage in snowmobile related topics with a focus on bringing our personal experiences into snowmobile discussions. The podcast will include interviews into the minds of industry leaders, enthusiasts, action sports companies and action sports athletes so they can share "why they ride". So grab your headphones, connect your Bluetooth, or crank up your computer speakers and tune into each

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31:44

Jared Stock Canada ISDE Athlete Part 1

Why We Ride Podcast ·

2022/03/12

Why do we expect so much from our sponsors?Before we begin landing deals, we might think “I deserve this” But why do you deserve it over anybody else?The amount of effort you put into a sponsorship deal can result in a variety of ways. You can build a relationship, lose a relationship, or grow a relationship. It all comes down to what you are expecting to get out of the deal, and what you agree to when you sign the contract. But more often than not, the best sponsored athletes are the ones that

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49:20

Andy Messner Shredder Dad

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2022/03/10

How have you tried to connect with your audience?Is it important to connect with your followers on your social media platforms?What will it take to start connecting more?Your audience on your social media is a key source to aid you when you are looking to land sponsorship deals. The types of audiences you have and what you do with them is always watched by others learning more about you and your brand. But more than that, if you want to be sponsored, you will be representing more than yourself, you

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43:26

Julie-Ann Chapman She Shreds Mountain Adventures

Why We Ride Podcast ·

2022/03/05

What would be your dream job inside Action Sports? Have you actually met somebody living their own dream job? What if we told you that you can take your passion and turn it into a career?Discovering your dream job does not happen overnight, especially when you haven’t met the person living your dream job! But one thing we do see inside our industry is the pessimism behind others living their dream jobs. Comments like “must be nice” or “they are just lucky and I’m not” are playing mind games with

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43:36

Liam Dhillon Sponsored Backcountry Athlete

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2022/03/03

What kind of people are you surrounded by? Do you choose your friends carefully?Jim Rohn said “You are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with” So the question comes down to if this is really important or not. Surrounding yourself with like minded people, or people that make you feel slightly uncomfortable because they seem to be on another level. Hopefully you use discretion and make sure that level is above the level at which you are currently residing. If you have never attempted

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44:58

Cass Prochera Yeti Snowbike Klim Ambassador

Why We Ride Podcast ·

2022/02/26

Do we write our own destiny?Some people seem to have more advantages than others, so do we choose who we are?Does it seem that life is what we make of it?We can be whatever or whomever we decide. Today that means something different but what we are focused on is becoming that ultimate version of ourselves with the cards we are dealt. One of my favorite quotes by Earl Shoaf: “Standard education will bring you standard results”. We apply this in Action Sports by learning while we ride wherever that

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44:25

Khan Yong Gee Polaris Ambassador

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2022/02/24

Have you ever considered moving across the world to pursue your dreams?How hard are you willing to push yourself and fulfill those dreams?Do you feel that you have what it takes to take your passion to the next level?When you meet an individual that has changed their whole world just to pursue a dream is really an incredible story. If you find yourself passionate about something, then the question really boils down to what are you willing to make it a reality? We look at others in Action Sports and

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58:56

Brock Hoyer Pro Snow Bikecross

Why We Ride Podcast ·

2022/02/19

There is a lot that goes into finding success in Action Sports. It’s not all unicorns and fairies that we dream of when we are kids. It is more of a struggle especially when you are navigating alone or with others that are trying to figure it out as they go along. But one guarantee is, it can be one amazing adventure!When Brock Hoyer, a pro Snow Bikecross, gave us the opportunity to chat, we made sure it would happen. Catching Brock headed down the US for a fun ride, we talked while he just walked

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47:52

Vanessa Ruck "The Girl on a Bike"

Why We Ride Podcast ·

2022/02/17

If you let obstacles stop you from achieving your goals, then you are giving up too easily. When it comes to communication, we have many hurdles thrown in our way and we have the choice to either stop and give up, or push through and make something happen. Today's podcast was recorded from one side of the world, to the other side of the world. We didn't let an obstacle as big as the ocean stop us.Today we are stoked that Vaness Ruck was available to join us on the podcast. Known on social

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42:45

Tony Jenkins Skidoo Ambassador

Why We Ride Podcast ·

2022/02/12

There are thousands of companies inside Action Sports. All have their own uniqueness to them and each one wants to have the most exposure so at the end of the day, they convert more people to their products or brand. When it comes to the larger companies, like Skidoo, they have a budget large enough to seek out individuals to help them push and promote their products and ultimately their brand. Tony Jenkins is a Skidoo Ambassador for the last 8 years as of this episode. The journey to become an

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55:07

Curtis Howden Fitness Trainer

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2022/02/10

When it comes to training and fitness, where do you stand? Sometimes it seems that we focus on only one part of training in our lives and forget that when we do crash and burn, we need to recover, and recover quickly to get back up and keep going. We can turn to individuals that coach us to success, so we can compete, ride, and enjoy our passion without the added stress.Curtis Howden is that coach that helps athletes compete and train for recovery and performance. When it comes to fitness, Curtis

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40:38

Andy White FXR Brand Manager Moto

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2022/02/05

There are jobs in our industry that take substantial amounts of passion to work your way to the top. We all know brands that started out small, maybe in somebody's garage or a grandmother's basement and today are a monster of a company that you see in every dealership or mom and pop shop. These brands do not get where they are without passion.Andy White joins us on the podcast to share more insight of his life. This man is fueled by passion for racing on 2 wheels, primarily dirt bikes

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62:32

Brett Turcotte X-Games Snowmobile Freestyle

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2022/02/03

We are stoked to have a legend like Brett on the podcast today. With a background of racing basically Brett's entire life, he had so much to share about his life's lessons. We are more than thrilled to share some of them in this episode!Brett is a Canadian hailing from British Columbia. Like so many athletes in the Motorsports Industry, he started out on a dirtbike and progressed from there. Canada is known for it's long winters and it was clear that Brett would be passionate about

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38:20

Max Gerston Pro Off-Road Racer

Why We Ride Podcast ·

2022/01/29

Social media has become one of, if not the number one source companies use when they are searching for talent in Action Sports. Not only do they consume social media, but they are watching how enthusiasts and athletes alike present themselves when they are not in the spotlight. This can be challenging for many individuals, and you may feel that posting pictures or videos may not be your true authentic self. Max Gerston is a great example we can all follow after. With his authentic self, and pushing

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43:03

Jadian Pfaff Pro Snowmobile Hill Climber

Why We Ride Podcast ·

2022/01/27

Surrounding yourself with like minded people can either get you into some serious trouble, or wild success. It's like the saying goes, "You are the company you keep". So if you surround yourself with other athletes and compete and push themselves to break boundaries and push the limitations on what we believe to be reality, it's likely your skills will increase as a result. Jadian Pfaff didn't grow up racing, but she had family that did race and loved the racing lifestyle

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65:58

Travis Alley Polaris Ambassador

Why We Ride Podcast ·

2022/01/22

What is your strategy with your social media accounts? Do you have a vision of what you want to produce and share with the world? Do you think your accounts can actually help you land sponsorships, get paid, and ride more? So many things to think about when it comes to your social media accounts! And if you haven't noticed yet, social media is helping thousands of enthusiasts, pros, and athletes alike to grow their sponsorships relationships! We are in an era where social media is becoming the

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58:11

Geoff Kyle Owner MTN MOTO Slednecks Rider

Why We Ride Podcast ·

2022/01/20

Today we seem to push ourselves to our limits in Action Sports. From bigger drops in the backcountry, to breaking speed records on the salt flats. It seems that within the last few centuries, we are striving to go bigger and go farther. Our guest today has pushed himself to the limits, and he has been recognized as one of the best backcountry snowmobile freerider. Geoff Kyle kicked off his career and passion for the backcountry 30 years ago! Through his own determination, resilience, and many

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45:08

Nick Thompson Endurocross Pro

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2022/01/15

One sport that has always caught my eye is Endurocross. The terrain and obstacles are so challenging plus there is the feeling of Arenacross mixed in to give it a little flare. The sport is just so fascinating to watch!Nick Thompson has competed in Motocross and transitioned over to Endurocross to continue his progression and passion for riding on two wheels. Raised in a small town in Utah, Nick has pushed himself to compete in every fashion. When talking with Nick you can sense his fire towards

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36:05

Stef Dean Skidoo Ambassador

Why We Ride Podcast ·

2022/01/13

Dreams do come true! But they don't come true unless you set yourself up for them to come true! You know the story of Pinocchio, an old man wanted a son, he made a puppet, wished and dreamed for it to become real, then POOF! A magic fairy turns the wooden puppet into a live creature! Wow what a dream come true!The point is, you have to take the steps towards your dreams and do whatever it takes to obtain your dreams. Our guest had a dream, but what came true wasn't quite what she had

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37:20

Jesse "Showtime" Kirchmeyer Pro Snow Bike Racer

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2022/01/08

Life takes us on a good ride throughout our existence here on earth. Each one of us will have different journeys and have completely different experiences. We really cannot predict the future, and I sure don't have a magic 8 ball that will give me that answer! Today's guest found himself on one journey then spun 180 degrees which landed him in a completely different direction. Jesse "Showtime" Kirchmeyer has taken his skills on a bike to a whole new level, and from dirt to snow

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49:37

Mary Rinell MJ's Moto Photos

Why We Ride Podcast ·

2022/01/06

When you capture a moment in time, we can look back on the photo five years from now and feel nostalgia for that time in our lives. But what about all of the photos that were not taken? What about all of those memories slowly forgotten? Not trying to sound bleek and sad, it's just unfortunate how much we take moments for granted.BUT, not today's guest! MJ is an amazing photographer that runs with the bulls. Literally she is running around taking photos of top athletes and a few of them are

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