Ryan Thompson, you might know him as RLTPhotos on Instagram - He’s the guy behind one of the fastest-growing goggle brands in the snowmobile world: Tempest Optics. In this episode, we unpack the story of how Tempest came to life. And we dig into: what triggered the launch of their innovative heated gogglehow their goggles actually workwhy they are so extremely uniquethe real tech inside the goggleproper UV protection and how to pick the right goggle lens color for your type of riding ...

You’ve seen the gold snowmobile shocks, but most riders don’t know the story behind them. In this episode, we sit down with Micke Nordström, the guy leading Öhlins into the snowmobile world, alongside backcountry legend Brett Turcotte. We get into how Öhlins built its name in motorsports, what makes their suspension tech different, and why they’re betting big on snowmobiles. And if you’ve ever wondered what the Scandinavian Polaris Riders Club event is all about… Brett calls it one of the ...

On this episode of the Sledder Cast, we sit down with Matt Hamm and Tori Dibb from FXR Racing to talk shop on everything behind the gear. We dig into the early days of FXR, stories you probably haven’t heard about founder Milt Reimer, what goes into making gear that holds up in the backcountry, and how FXR continues to stay ahead in one of the most competitive industries in powersports. -------------------- SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Sledder Cast content: https://www.youtube.com/user/...

Welcome back to another Sledder Cast podcast! Kevin Forsythe. The brains behind the YETI snowbike. He’s got quite the story to tell from building YETI from scratch, selling it just a couple years later… to then watching it suddenly shut down…and shockingly buying it back. Why, how, and what’s next - these are some of the many questions we had for Kevin. Let’s dive in. -------------------- SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Sledder Cast content: https://www.youtube.com/user/sledwraps?sub...

Click Here for the Deviant Ink Black Friday Early Access + Goodies Todays guests have built a 5 million plus subscriber youtube channel. They’ve sent it off rooftops, broken bones, launched brands, and built an empire from small-town Minnesota. But behind the chaos are some pretty cool stories not told on any other podcast - until now. In this episode of Sledder Cast, we sit down with Ryan and Micah from the Cboys and get deep into the behind-the-scenes goodies that none of us ever get t...

Welcome back to another Sledder Cast podcast! And.. This episode’s a big one. We sit down with Jack Sarama, the voice, the face, and the drive behind Boondock Nation. Jack finally opens up about What really happened to Boondock Nation. Why they weren’t as consistent last seasonWhat went wrong behind the scenes?What worked for so many years…And what ultimately led to the end… This is the tell-all episode we have all been waiting for. Jack doesn’t hold back, and for the first time, we ge...

Welcome back to another Sledder Cast podcast! We sit down with Nels Eide, the man steering the marketing ship for Polaris Snowmobiles, and pull the curtain back to get a little peek at what’s going on at Polaris HQ. In this episode, we go over: The most controversial decision Polaris has had to make over the past few years Can the snowmobile even get any better What’s it like having to issue a stop ride How does Polaris really view their competitors How does Polaris decide who to sp...

Welcome back to another season of the Sledder Cast podcast! Today’s guest built one of the most iconic brands in snowmobile outerwear - TOBE. He didn’t just help start the monosuit movement… he made it a culture. A movement. A lifestyle. But in 2025, it all came crashing down. Tomas Berntsson was forced out of his own company. In this episode, Tomas peels back the curtain on everything. How TOBE started, what went right, what went wrong, and how it all unraveled. And maybe m...

In this episode of the Sledder Cast podcast, Trevor Erikson and Chet Jordan owner of backwoods bmp, sit down with Rory Edwards, General Manager of OnX Offroad, to dive into the untold story behind the app that’s changing the game for snowmobilers, and overall backcountry navigation. From the early days of coding in a small Montana office... To building one of the most powerful off-road navigation tools on the planet... Rory takes us inside the tech, the mission, and the future of backcountr...

Consider watching the video version on YouTube where we include a video montage tribute to Rob. Five years after the tragic avalanche that took Rob Kincaid’s life, we sit down with those who knew him best, Riley Kincaid, Dave McClure, and Ben White, to share raw, untold stories, unforgettable memories, and the legacy he left behind. From wild adventures to emotional moments, this is a tribute to a true icon of the backcountry - Rocky Mountain Rob. We could not have pulled this episode off ...

Enter THE MTN OPS Strength Bundle (x2) Giveaway: https://deviantink.com/content/sledder-cast-giveaways/ Welcome back to another Sledder Cast podcast! I’ve got a question for you today… What does it take to build a brand that fuels adventure and feeds millions? In this episode, MTN OPS co-founder Trevor Farnes gets real about building purpose-driven companies, overcoming massive failures, and why sticking to your core values is the ultimate power move. If you’re out there in the middl...

Welcome back to another Sledder Cast podcast! Today, we’re diving into the real-world experience of a hands-on 3-day avalanche training course with certified instructor Jack Simonds and his student Kody Kirkland. Jack breaks down the essentials of avalanche education, while Kody shares firsthand insights on what it's like to take the course! Here are a few specific topics we hit on: Inside look at a 3-Day Avy Course – Real-world rescue drills, snow analysis, and lessons lea...

Welcome back to another Sledder Cast podcast! Today, we’re sitting down with our good friends at AMPL—Advocates for Multi-Use of Public Lands—for a conversation that every snowmobiler needs to hear. We’re diving into what it really takes to keep our public riding zones open and accessible, how land access gets taken away, and most importantly—what we can all do to help. Spoiler: It’s easier than you think! If you love riding untouched backcountry and don’t want to see more zones...

Welcome back to another Sledder Cast podcast! On today’s show, we’re coming to you from the Alberta Snowmobile Show, where we had the chance to sit down with Muskoka Freerider and the Freerider Filmz crew for an inside look at their world (Matt Doetsch (muskoka), Matt Dubois, Jason McMurray, Hugo Drarig, Dawson Shuflita, and Jordan Janke) We went beyond what you see in their YouTube videos and had a great conversation about what it likes riding snowmobiles in Revy all winter. Here...

Welcome back to another Sledder Cast podcast! We’ve got a unique episode lined up for today and we’ve officially dubbed this episode… the wives of REVY. While at the Alberta snowmobile show a few months ago, we sat down with the wives (Chloe, Dana, and Leah) of Freerider Filmz athletes, Matt Doetsch (muskoka), Matt Dubois, and Jason McMurray. I asked the ladies if they had some serious dirt to spill on their men and the response was very positive. So, the only option we had was to mic u...

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Today, we’re stoked to sit down with Nik Pahno for his first-ever in-person podcast. We go deep into all things Alaska and get an inside look at his wild, adventurous mindset. Nik’s a super fun, high-energy guy, and you’re definitely in for a treat! In this episode, we’ll chat about: What it takes to safely perform a backflip in the backcountry Pivotal moments that helped Nik take his riding to the next level The worst and best parts about living in Alaska How he became sponsored by Sk...

Welcome back to another Sledder Cast podcast! In today’s episode, we sit down with Jake Dahl and Mason Zak, two fellow sledders who were caught in an avalanche earlier this year and were lucky enough to survive and tell their story. In this episode, we’ll chat about: The firsthand account of two sledders who survived being buried in an avalanche A couple mistakes that were made that could have been fatal How proper training, skills, and know-how saved Mason’s life Mason’s experience comi...

Welcome back to another Sledder Cast podcast! Today, we’re stoked to have one of the biggest names in snowmobiling joining us—Brett Turcotte. From dominating the backcountry to throwing down insane tricks on the freestyle track, Brett has been pushing the limits of snowmobiling for over two decades. In this episode, we talk about how: Brett got his start in the snowmobiling world his epic days filming with Slednecks, and how things have changed in the industry since then Brett shares th...

Enter Carbon Pursuit Headlight Delete Kit Giveaway: https://deviantink.com/content/sledder-cast-giveaways/ Before we dive into today’s show with Frank from Carbon Pursuit , we’ve got an awesome giveaway for all you Sledder Cast listeners! We’re giving away a carbon pursuit headlight delete kit compatible on the matryx, catalyst, gen5 chassis. All you need to do to get entered is click the first link in the episode description — takes just 20 seconds! We’ll be announcing the winner before t...