Kyle Saxton
GGB Pro Athletes
Name:Kyle Saxton
Age:25
Location:Bigfork, MT
How did you get started sledding?
I got started riding an old Yamaha Phaser with my Dad before growing into a full size sled
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite thing about snowmobiling is the absolutely epic places they can take you.
Any advice for new riders?
Advice for new rider would be take advantage of riding as much as you can!
Favorite food:
Burritos
Favorite quote:Be Savage, Not Average
Age:25
Location:Bigfork, MT
How did you get started sledding?
I got started riding an old Yamaha Phaser with my Dad before growing into a full size sled
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite thing about snowmobiling is the absolutely epic places they can take you.
Any advice for new riders?
Advice for new rider would be take advantage of riding as much as you can!
Favorite food:
Burritos
Favorite quote:Be Savage, Not Average
Riley Suhan
Name:Riley Suhan
Age:30
Location:Golden, BC
How did you get started sledding?
I was introduced to sledding very shortly after I was born by my parents taking me out on their sleds riding around Golden! I haven’t missed a winter on a sled and I don’t plan on letting that streak run out any time soon
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favourite thing about snowmobeel 🤘🏻 ing is simply the freedom it can create. Whether it’s the terrain you would never be able to access on anything else that you seem to have basically to yourself or the ability to push your self to try jumps and tricks that you never thought you were able to learn as an individual. But with that soft white pow sometimes anything feels possible.
Any advice for new riders?
Have fun! Just seriously have all the fun everyday and the rest will all work out
Favorite food:
Mustard 🤤
Favorite quote:Great success 👨🏻
Age:30
Location:Golden, BC
How did you get started sledding?
I was introduced to sledding very shortly after I was born by my parents taking me out on their sleds riding around Golden! I haven’t missed a winter on a sled and I don’t plan on letting that streak run out any time soon
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favourite thing about snowmobeel 🤘🏻 ing is simply the freedom it can create. Whether it’s the terrain you would never be able to access on anything else that you seem to have basically to yourself or the ability to push your self to try jumps and tricks that you never thought you were able to learn as an individual. But with that soft white pow sometimes anything feels possible.
Any advice for new riders?
Have fun! Just seriously have all the fun everyday and the rest will all work out
Favorite food:
Mustard 🤤
Favorite quote:Great success 👨🏻
Andy Messner
Name:Andy Messner
Age: 37
Location:Coquitlam, BC
How did you get started sledding?
My dad and his good friend Jack Barnett found me a kitty Kat sled for my 2nd birthday and that was the start. Where I grew up in 100 Mile House there was a large snowmobile community and a very active snowbile community that built trails and hosted snow cross races so we all pitched in and it was big part of lives. I'm thankful to grow up and such a strong snowmobile community.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite thing about snowmobiling is the freedom I get when on the mountains. I can go anywhere and can do anything I want in the mountains. That is the ultimate freedom for me.
Any advice for new riders?
My advice to new riders is to make sure you are prepared for any situation when travelling in the back country. Get the training, get the gear and make sure you have a crew of riders that you can trust your life with.
Favorite food:
My favorite food is anything that grows in my garden. I can never get enough of the fresh produce that grows in my backyard.
Favorite quote:
"Not all those who wander are lost." J. R. R. Tolkein
Age: 37
Location:Coquitlam, BC
How did you get started sledding?
My dad and his good friend Jack Barnett found me a kitty Kat sled for my 2nd birthday and that was the start. Where I grew up in 100 Mile House there was a large snowmobile community and a very active snowbile community that built trails and hosted snow cross races so we all pitched in and it was big part of lives. I'm thankful to grow up and such a strong snowmobile community.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite thing about snowmobiling is the freedom I get when on the mountains. I can go anywhere and can do anything I want in the mountains. That is the ultimate freedom for me.
Any advice for new riders?
My advice to new riders is to make sure you are prepared for any situation when travelling in the back country. Get the training, get the gear and make sure you have a crew of riders that you can trust your life with.
Favorite food:
My favorite food is anything that grows in my garden. I can never get enough of the fresh produce that grows in my backyard.
Favorite quote:
"Not all those who wander are lost." J. R. R. Tolkein
Maverick Walker
Name:Maverick Walker
Age:25
Location:Spokane, Washington
How did you get started sledding?
I am blessed to have the raddest dad in the world he got me into sledding when I was 2 yrs old on a kitty Kat. I could only push the throttle in since I was not strong enough yet to turn the handlebars. So I would hold the throttle pinned as he would sprint behind me and grab my rear bumper turning me before hitting anything out in my grandpas field.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite thing about snowmobiling would have to be the adrenaline after stomping a gap jump but a close runner up would be the all the good and wild times we have up in the mountains.
Any advice for new riders?
First thing, Get all the proper sledder equipment.
Second, If you want to go into the backcountry and are new possibly try to find an avalanche class of some sort to attend and learn to how use all of the stuff we carry.
Third, Make sure to ALWAYS HAVE FUN RIDING !!!!
Favorite food:
Italian Beef Sandwich dipped @portillos
Favorite quote:
“Do what you have to do when you have to do it whether you like it or not”
- Grandma Walker
Age:25
Location:Spokane, Washington
How did you get started sledding?
I am blessed to have the raddest dad in the world he got me into sledding when I was 2 yrs old on a kitty Kat. I could only push the throttle in since I was not strong enough yet to turn the handlebars. So I would hold the throttle pinned as he would sprint behind me and grab my rear bumper turning me before hitting anything out in my grandpas field.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite thing about snowmobiling would have to be the adrenaline after stomping a gap jump but a close runner up would be the all the good and wild times we have up in the mountains.
Any advice for new riders?
First thing, Get all the proper sledder equipment.
Second, If you want to go into the backcountry and are new possibly try to find an avalanche class of some sort to attend and learn to how use all of the stuff we carry.
Third, Make sure to ALWAYS HAVE FUN RIDING !!!!
Favorite food:
Italian Beef Sandwich dipped @portillos
Favorite quote:
“Do what you have to do when you have to do it whether you like it or not”
- Grandma Walker
Curtis Gage
Name:Curtis Gage
Age:31
Location:Surrey, BC
How did you get started sledding?
Bought my first sleds with plans to have it as sled access to ski in the backcountry, as soon as i started to learn how to ride. I realized i enjoyed being on a sled alot more then on skis.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
It's hard to pick one thing as my favourite, but breaking trail into your favourite zone on a blue bird day is pretty hard to beat.
Any advice for new riders?
As a new rider, first off take the time to educate your self on backcountry saftey, and how to handle different situations, like avalaches or getting stuck over night, after that find the right riding partners that you can rely on and also push you to progress, the possibilities
are endless out there and if you have the right crew to watch your back and push your riding it will make for a wicked time.
Favorite food:
Pasta
Favorite quote
“Suffer the pain of discipline or suffer the pain of regret”
Age:31
Location:Surrey, BC
How did you get started sledding?
Bought my first sleds with plans to have it as sled access to ski in the backcountry, as soon as i started to learn how to ride. I realized i enjoyed being on a sled alot more then on skis.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
It's hard to pick one thing as my favourite, but breaking trail into your favourite zone on a blue bird day is pretty hard to beat.
Any advice for new riders?
As a new rider, first off take the time to educate your self on backcountry saftey, and how to handle different situations, like avalaches or getting stuck over night, after that find the right riding partners that you can rely on and also push you to progress, the possibilities
are endless out there and if you have the right crew to watch your back and push your riding it will make for a wicked time.
Favorite food:
Pasta
Favorite quote
“Suffer the pain of discipline or suffer the pain of regret”
Brody Fourchalk
Tomorrow isn't guaranteed, so live life to the fullest
Name:Brody Fourchalk
Age:28
Location:Squamish but should say Revelstoke
How did you get started sledding?
My dad got me into snowmobiling when I was 4.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
I love the adrenaline rush/ getting away from everyone going deep into the mountains.
Any advice for new riders?
If it's a drop, don't think about it. Just go for it.
Favorite food:
Any food at a cabin is my favorite.
Favorite quote:
Tomorrow isn't guaranteed, so live life to the fullest.
Name:Brody Fourchalk
Age:28
Location:Squamish but should say Revelstoke
How did you get started sledding?
My dad got me into snowmobiling when I was 4.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
I love the adrenaline rush/ getting away from everyone going deep into the mountains.
Any advice for new riders?
If it's a drop, don't think about it. Just go for it.
Favorite food:
Any food at a cabin is my favorite.
Favorite quote:
Tomorrow isn't guaranteed, so live life to the fullest.
Duncan Lee
Name:Duncan Lee
Age:45
Location:Truckee, CA
How did you get started sledding?
Well I have pics as a 2year old on some old iron, but I didnt actually drive a sled til I was about 12. My dad, Rick Lee, being a motorsports and watersports guy some how acquired two polaris indy 500's. My older brother and I would ride them around the neighborhood in Tahoe when the winters came and the roads were so snowy. Fast forward to 2001, I was still working as a ski and snowboard technician and I scraped enough cash together to buy a Polaris RMK 144 800. The first couple rides my good buddy Ken Evans took me out at night in 2-3 feet of pow and I was seriously wondering what I had done buying this machine, which I thought would take me to the further locations to snowboard. Well I tuffed it out and kept at it, then after a few months, What snowboard? hahaha I found that my snowmobile could jump higher, go farther faster and was an insane amount of fun!! That was the last season I got over 100 days snowboarding. These days I snowmobile around 3,000 miles a winter, and snowboard about 10 days. Of course I have made riding sleds apart of how I make a living so there is a reason I have to be out riding!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite thing has to be the locations. I have been fortunate enough to get to ride some amazing locations, such as: Sweden, Revy, Whistler, Kamtchacka Russia, and almost all of the western USA. Getting to go to remote mountains that are blasted with snow, frozen in time, showing how raw nature can be, and how desolate these remote locations are really make you have to be dialed with your gear, knowledge, skill and crew. You cant just wing it or things wont go very well. Its a triumphant feeling when you get to ride somewhere nobody has been and find amazing features to get sendy on, and stomp some rad lines then come home on empty and make it back to the family.
Any advice for new riders?
Go take an avalanche class on the snow!!!!!!!!!! Not only will you gain life saving information and knowledge on how to avoid avalanches, but you will also get to ride with seasoned instructors that are usually a total blast! You will test your skills, gain new riding techniques, and learn a lot about proper procedures, backcountry safety, learn how to use your transceiver probe and shovel, and understand how to read an avalanche forecast or learn about how the snow layers work together to make instabilities and how to read them. Not to mention how to pay attention to natures red flags that avalanches are possible or not likely. Its not rocket sience and I thing every rider out there needs formal education. Just experience alone is not enough if you ask me, and I used to think I knew enough before I took my first class..... and now Im an instructor, pro instructor, and instructor trainer. It changed my life when I learned what I didnt know I didnt know.......
Favorite food:
My wife calls me the garbage disposal...... because I like it all and finish every ones plate.... but if you were trying to sweet talk me and take me out on the town, then lets go for good sushi, and saki!
Favorite quote
"Make today better than yesterday" - Unknown........ But its actually part of my email signature.
Age:45
Location:Truckee, CA
How did you get started sledding?
Well I have pics as a 2year old on some old iron, but I didnt actually drive a sled til I was about 12. My dad, Rick Lee, being a motorsports and watersports guy some how acquired two polaris indy 500's. My older brother and I would ride them around the neighborhood in Tahoe when the winters came and the roads were so snowy. Fast forward to 2001, I was still working as a ski and snowboard technician and I scraped enough cash together to buy a Polaris RMK 144 800. The first couple rides my good buddy Ken Evans took me out at night in 2-3 feet of pow and I was seriously wondering what I had done buying this machine, which I thought would take me to the further locations to snowboard. Well I tuffed it out and kept at it, then after a few months, What snowboard? hahaha I found that my snowmobile could jump higher, go farther faster and was an insane amount of fun!! That was the last season I got over 100 days snowboarding. These days I snowmobile around 3,000 miles a winter, and snowboard about 10 days. Of course I have made riding sleds apart of how I make a living so there is a reason I have to be out riding!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite thing has to be the locations. I have been fortunate enough to get to ride some amazing locations, such as: Sweden, Revy, Whistler, Kamtchacka Russia, and almost all of the western USA. Getting to go to remote mountains that are blasted with snow, frozen in time, showing how raw nature can be, and how desolate these remote locations are really make you have to be dialed with your gear, knowledge, skill and crew. You cant just wing it or things wont go very well. Its a triumphant feeling when you get to ride somewhere nobody has been and find amazing features to get sendy on, and stomp some rad lines then come home on empty and make it back to the family.
Any advice for new riders?
Go take an avalanche class on the snow!!!!!!!!!! Not only will you gain life saving information and knowledge on how to avoid avalanches, but you will also get to ride with seasoned instructors that are usually a total blast! You will test your skills, gain new riding techniques, and learn a lot about proper procedures, backcountry safety, learn how to use your transceiver probe and shovel, and understand how to read an avalanche forecast or learn about how the snow layers work together to make instabilities and how to read them. Not to mention how to pay attention to natures red flags that avalanches are possible or not likely. Its not rocket sience and I thing every rider out there needs formal education. Just experience alone is not enough if you ask me, and I used to think I knew enough before I took my first class..... and now Im an instructor, pro instructor, and instructor trainer. It changed my life when I learned what I didnt know I didnt know.......
Favorite food:
My wife calls me the garbage disposal...... because I like it all and finish every ones plate.... but if you were trying to sweet talk me and take me out on the town, then lets go for good sushi, and saki!
Favorite quote
"Make today better than yesterday" - Unknown........ But its actually part of my email signature.
GGB Athletes
Brandon Arnott
Name:Brandon Arnott
Age:28 years old
Location:Donnelly, Idaho
How did you get started sledding?
I first got started riding snowmobiles when I was a younger kid going on rides with my dad. Years of riding with him led to me wanting to ride solo. Then years of riding solo got me into watching the backcountry riders and wanting to do that. Finally got my own first mountain sled and it all started there.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite element of riding snowmobiles is the stress free, care free enjoyment. I enjoy ripping through the trails or launching hits or rallying with my good buddies. The community I’ve come across in the sport has pretty much shaped my life to what it is now.
Any advice for new riders?
If I was to have any advice to new coming riders it would be to have as much possible fun, don’t stress, don’t get aggravated and stay humble and smart.
Favorite food:
Favorite food is steak tips.
Favorite quote:
“Success is based on doing whatever you want everyday”
Age:28 years old
Location:Donnelly, Idaho
How did you get started sledding?
I first got started riding snowmobiles when I was a younger kid going on rides with my dad. Years of riding with him led to me wanting to ride solo. Then years of riding solo got me into watching the backcountry riders and wanting to do that. Finally got my own first mountain sled and it all started there.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite element of riding snowmobiles is the stress free, care free enjoyment. I enjoy ripping through the trails or launching hits or rallying with my good buddies. The community I’ve come across in the sport has pretty much shaped my life to what it is now.
Any advice for new riders?
If I was to have any advice to new coming riders it would be to have as much possible fun, don’t stress, don’t get aggravated and stay humble and smart.
Favorite food:
Favorite food is steak tips.
Favorite quote:
“Success is based on doing whatever you want everyday”
Braydn Adams
Name:Braydn Adams
Age:24
Location:Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, Canada
How did you get started sledding?
Started sledding on the farm when i was a little kid, maybe 3 years old
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
I love the adrenaline & adventure that comes with riding different mountains
Any advice for new riders?
Save up your money, buy yourself a new or good used sled, grab a couple buddies and rent a place in your desired destination, take an avalanche course and put in the seat time ! push yourself past your limits in a safe matter and be confident in what you're doing 🤘🏼
Favorite food:
Seafood but love all food
Favorite quote:
If you're gonna be dumb, you gotta be tough.
Age:24
Location:Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, Canada
How did you get started sledding?
Started sledding on the farm when i was a little kid, maybe 3 years old
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
I love the adrenaline & adventure that comes with riding different mountains
Any advice for new riders?
Save up your money, buy yourself a new or good used sled, grab a couple buddies and rent a place in your desired destination, take an avalanche course and put in the seat time ! push yourself past your limits in a safe matter and be confident in what you're doing 🤘🏼
Favorite food:
Seafood but love all food
Favorite quote:
If you're gonna be dumb, you gotta be tough.
Bridger LaBau
Name:Bridger LaBau
Age:24 years old
Location:Eagle, ID
How did you get started sledding?
My Dad put me on a sled at the age of 3 and I've been riding ever since.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite part about riding is the feeling of doing pow turns on a bluebird day. There is something that is so freeing and peaceful about being on a sled in the mountains covered in a blanket of fresh snow.
Any advice for new riders?
Advice for new riders is to practice while you go ride. If you want to learn a new skill you need to not just play in the game, but you need to practice outside of the game. Get in good physical shape and practice while you go ride.
Favorite food:
Chinese food for sure!
Favorite quote:
I wish there was a way to know you were in the good old days before you've actually left them -Andrew Bernard
Age:24 years old
Location:Eagle, ID
How did you get started sledding?
My Dad put me on a sled at the age of 3 and I've been riding ever since.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite part about riding is the feeling of doing pow turns on a bluebird day. There is something that is so freeing and peaceful about being on a sled in the mountains covered in a blanket of fresh snow.
Any advice for new riders?
Advice for new riders is to practice while you go ride. If you want to learn a new skill you need to not just play in the game, but you need to practice outside of the game. Get in good physical shape and practice while you go ride.
Favorite food:
Chinese food for sure!
Favorite quote:
I wish there was a way to know you were in the good old days before you've actually left them -Andrew Bernard
Brent Little
Name:Brent Little
Age:41
Location:McCall, Idaho
How did you get started sledding?
I was introduced to sledding through backcountry skiing. It went from that to sled skiing, to just sledding and leaving the skis home.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite thing about snowmobiling is the physicality and challenge it takes to be good. It makes me feel like I always have lots of room to improve. I also love how it takes the most miserable time of the year and transforms it into by far my favorite season.
Any advice for new riders?
My advice for new riders is to have fun not being good. Ride with shredders who can show you what's up. And just have fun. We have it better than anyone ever has in this sport with respect to the equipment available!
Favorite food:
My favorite food is meat!
Favorite quote:
A wise man once said, "man with itchy bum will wake up with stinky finger". Lol
Age:41
Location:McCall, Idaho
How did you get started sledding?
I was introduced to sledding through backcountry skiing. It went from that to sled skiing, to just sledding and leaving the skis home.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite thing about snowmobiling is the physicality and challenge it takes to be good. It makes me feel like I always have lots of room to improve. I also love how it takes the most miserable time of the year and transforms it into by far my favorite season.
Any advice for new riders?
My advice for new riders is to have fun not being good. Ride with shredders who can show you what's up. And just have fun. We have it better than anyone ever has in this sport with respect to the equipment available!
Favorite food:
My favorite food is meat!
Favorite quote:
A wise man once said, "man with itchy bum will wake up with stinky finger". Lol
Cayden Martens
Name:Cayden Martens
Age:24
Location:Burns Lake, B.C.
How did you get started sledding?
I have always had a passion for motor vehicles, growing up on a farm twenty minutes of town gave me endless areas to explore. My first snowmobile I believe was a 70s arctic cat lynx, shortly after I got it we had a huge snow storm in 2006. I remember going up and down the highway in front of our house having dad pull me every 5 feet so I could keep going. I'm sure that's where my passion for chasing pow came from. Bouncing on and off our trampoline since the snow level was the same height "we did not have one that summer ;) " . In grade 4 Dad bought me a 96 Polaris Indy sport touring and man did I fall inlove with that snowmobile. I would rush home every day off the bus throw my snow gear on then ride into the hills. Usually, I'd run out of fuel within a couple of hours until I figured out how to syphon Mom's car. I'll admit the spachula to the rear was worth the extra hours enjoying the snow. All in all I guess what fueled my passion would be my parents getting me my first snowmobile, Grandparents subscribing me to snow west magazine and countless adventures.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
Meeting new people. Exploring places with my family and friends. Endless limits
Any advice for new riders?
Never be afraid to meet new people everyone wants to get out and have a good time. I have met countless people in this industry from parking lots, to the mountain top, from social media, to riding clinics that make the sport more enjoyable while visiting new riding areas. Can't go wrong with having too many friends.
Favorite food:
Slow cooked sweet n sour sausages straight from Mom's kitchen
Favorite quote:
That's deadly
Age:24
Location:Burns Lake, B.C.
How did you get started sledding?
I have always had a passion for motor vehicles, growing up on a farm twenty minutes of town gave me endless areas to explore. My first snowmobile I believe was a 70s arctic cat lynx, shortly after I got it we had a huge snow storm in 2006. I remember going up and down the highway in front of our house having dad pull me every 5 feet so I could keep going. I'm sure that's where my passion for chasing pow came from. Bouncing on and off our trampoline since the snow level was the same height "we did not have one that summer ;) " . In grade 4 Dad bought me a 96 Polaris Indy sport touring and man did I fall inlove with that snowmobile. I would rush home every day off the bus throw my snow gear on then ride into the hills. Usually, I'd run out of fuel within a couple of hours until I figured out how to syphon Mom's car. I'll admit the spachula to the rear was worth the extra hours enjoying the snow. All in all I guess what fueled my passion would be my parents getting me my first snowmobile, Grandparents subscribing me to snow west magazine and countless adventures.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
Meeting new people. Exploring places with my family and friends. Endless limits
Any advice for new riders?
Never be afraid to meet new people everyone wants to get out and have a good time. I have met countless people in this industry from parking lots, to the mountain top, from social media, to riding clinics that make the sport more enjoyable while visiting new riding areas. Can't go wrong with having too many friends.
Favorite food:
Slow cooked sweet n sour sausages straight from Mom's kitchen
Favorite quote:
That's deadly
Chase Masson
Name:Chase Masson
Age:20 years young
Location:Revelstoke in the winter central Alberta in the summer!!
How did you get started sledding?
My dad got me into sledding when I was 10 with my first sled a 2000 skidoo 600. I rode that around for two winters just around home in the fields until he told me that we should make a trip out to golden and see how I do out in the mountains. The rest is history I've been hooked on it ever since!!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
How intense it is getting a rush of adrenaline when you stomp that trick or make that line you've been trying hard to nail. I also really enjoy all the different people that I get to meet while out on the mountain. I always like to meet new people that share the same passion for the sport!! Let's not forget those pow days either!!
Any advice for new riders?
Confidence is key, you will always want to have confidence in yourself. Also It's all about your technique, not about how strong you are. Practice your technique and you will get better.
Favorite food:
Big plate of spaghetti and meal balls!!
Favorite quote:
"Passion first and everything will fall into place"
Age:20 years young
Location:Revelstoke in the winter central Alberta in the summer!!
How did you get started sledding?
My dad got me into sledding when I was 10 with my first sled a 2000 skidoo 600. I rode that around for two winters just around home in the fields until he told me that we should make a trip out to golden and see how I do out in the mountains. The rest is history I've been hooked on it ever since!!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
How intense it is getting a rush of adrenaline when you stomp that trick or make that line you've been trying hard to nail. I also really enjoy all the different people that I get to meet while out on the mountain. I always like to meet new people that share the same passion for the sport!! Let's not forget those pow days either!!
Any advice for new riders?
Confidence is key, you will always want to have confidence in yourself. Also It's all about your technique, not about how strong you are. Practice your technique and you will get better.
Favorite food:
Big plate of spaghetti and meal balls!!
Favorite quote:
"Passion first and everything will fall into place"
Chris Coosemans
Name: Chris Coosemans
Age:24
Location:Brighton, Ontario
How did you get started sledding?
Started with my first sled when i was 8, watching the freestyle guys on slednecks and 509 (now some of my good friends!) I always had an interest in jumping, so i build a ramp when i was 14 and started learning the art of freestyle.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
I always enjoyed being my own entity. No coaches or teammates, you’re free to do what you want how you want. 100% of the blame but 100% of the reward. Its all you!
Any advice for new riders?
Find the balance between starting slow and pushing your comfort zone. Always be aware of your skill level but be confident!
Favorite food:
Any meat and pretty much anything full of sugar
Favorite quote:
I fly through the air, live in the sunlight and enjoy life as much as I possibly can -Evel Knievel
Age:24
Location:Brighton, Ontario
How did you get started sledding?
Started with my first sled when i was 8, watching the freestyle guys on slednecks and 509 (now some of my good friends!) I always had an interest in jumping, so i build a ramp when i was 14 and started learning the art of freestyle.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
I always enjoyed being my own entity. No coaches or teammates, you’re free to do what you want how you want. 100% of the blame but 100% of the reward. Its all you!
Any advice for new riders?
Find the balance between starting slow and pushing your comfort zone. Always be aware of your skill level but be confident!
Favorite food:
Any meat and pretty much anything full of sugar
Favorite quote:
I fly through the air, live in the sunlight and enjoy life as much as I possibly can -Evel Knievel
Daniel Tucker
Name: Daniel Tucker
Age: 32
Location:Vernal, Utah: Ride most all of the Rocky Mountain range.
How did you get started sledding?
First time I was 14 riding with my dad on a snow checked M8. Fell in love with the sled, even though I couldn't ride well. I wanted more and after seeing an experienced rider send a cornice jump, I was sold. Since then I've been trying to learn technical tree riding and getting into jumping.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
First thing is meeting the awesome people in the sport and industry. The bond with fellow riders is hard to beat. Also the places we get to go and see that we otherwise wouldn't, it's unlike anything else on earth!
Any advice fornewriders?
Keep with it, enjoy the process, it only gets better. Ride with others who push you out of your comfort zone. Don't overlook avalanche safety and having good gear. You'll grow and develop with seat time, no other way!
Favorite food:
A good ribeye steak or Lobster, I'm a dang carnivore!
Favorite quote: "When opportunity doesn't knock, build a door" meaning, if the opportunity hasn't presented itself, put in the work, prepare yourself, set goals and make it happen. hez nous c'est Skidoo!"
Age: 32
Location:Vernal, Utah: Ride most all of the Rocky Mountain range.
How did you get started sledding?
First time I was 14 riding with my dad on a snow checked M8. Fell in love with the sled, even though I couldn't ride well. I wanted more and after seeing an experienced rider send a cornice jump, I was sold. Since then I've been trying to learn technical tree riding and getting into jumping.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
First thing is meeting the awesome people in the sport and industry. The bond with fellow riders is hard to beat. Also the places we get to go and see that we otherwise wouldn't, it's unlike anything else on earth!
Any advice fornewriders?
Keep with it, enjoy the process, it only gets better. Ride with others who push you out of your comfort zone. Don't overlook avalanche safety and having good gear. You'll grow and develop with seat time, no other way!
Favorite food:
A good ribeye steak or Lobster, I'm a dang carnivore!
Favorite quote: "When opportunity doesn't knock, build a door" meaning, if the opportunity hasn't presented itself, put in the work, prepare yourself, set goals and make it happen. hez nous c'est Skidoo!"
David Deschesnes
Name: David Deschesnes
Age: 34
Location:Saguenay, Canada
How did you get started sledding?
I built a nice cabin in the mountains for my friend and he told me that I needed to buy a Sled for the winter! And that's how I started.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
Discover new spots, go where we can't go in summer
Any advice fornewriders?
Don't give up
Favorite food:
Chicken skewer
Favorite quote: Chez nous c'est Skidoo!
Age: 34
Location:Saguenay, Canada
How did you get started sledding?
I built a nice cabin in the mountains for my friend and he told me that I needed to buy a Sled for the winter! And that's how I started.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
Discover new spots, go where we can't go in summer
Any advice fornewriders?
Don't give up
Favorite food:
Chicken skewer
Favorite quote: Chez nous c'est Skidoo!
Deegan Holland
Name:Deegan Holland
Age:9
Location:Alaska
How did you get started sledding?
My dad started me off at 2 years old on a 1985 Kitty Cat with a rope attached and ran circles in the lawn until the snow came. After that I was hooked. I started racing at the age of 4. Once I was comfortable on the sled I began hitting front yard booters on my 120. Fast forward 5 years and am now I am hitting booters in the backcountry.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
Everything from the places you get to see, the people you get to meet, the challenges you face, the grit you put in for a successful day of riding, and the feeling you get when you push the limits and accomplish your goals. There is literally nothing better.
Any advice for new riders?
Young or old there is no better time to start then now. Always be safe and be educated about where you ride and have the proper riding gear. Ride with experienced riders who can help you to grow as a rider. If you see deep pow don’t be afraid to get stuck that’s what shovels and friends are for. If you spot a jump send it! Also, make sure you know where your brake is.
Age:9
Location:Alaska
How did you get started sledding?
My dad started me off at 2 years old on a 1985 Kitty Cat with a rope attached and ran circles in the lawn until the snow came. After that I was hooked. I started racing at the age of 4. Once I was comfortable on the sled I began hitting front yard booters on my 120. Fast forward 5 years and am now I am hitting booters in the backcountry.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
Everything from the places you get to see, the people you get to meet, the challenges you face, the grit you put in for a successful day of riding, and the feeling you get when you push the limits and accomplish your goals. There is literally nothing better.
Any advice for new riders?
Young or old there is no better time to start then now. Always be safe and be educated about where you ride and have the proper riding gear. Ride with experienced riders who can help you to grow as a rider. If you see deep pow don’t be afraid to get stuck that’s what shovels and friends are for. If you spot a jump send it! Also, make sure you know where your brake is.
Favorite food:
Cheeseburgers
Favorite quote:
Cheeseburgers
Favorite quote:
“Hard work outweighs talent-every time.” Kobe Bryant
Elliott Dionne
Name:Elliott Dionne
Age:40
Location:Pemberton, BC
How did you get started sledding?
I moved to Whistler in 2002 to snowboard. When I arrived in Whistler, I met some friends who snowmobiled! I would hear the stories of how sick backcountry shredding was and was so hyped on it, but sledding is a rich man's sport. Working at Misty Mountain Pizza, I didn't have that type of cash to buy a truck and sled! I moved to Pemberton, where there was a local TV station that played the local sled videos, and I couldn't stop thinking about wanting to be a sledder! I built up my credit and went into heavy debt buying a new truck and sled in 2007. That was the start of the future of bad financial decision's to snowmobile on money I didn't have. The rest is history.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
That's a hard question. For me, it's all about shredding with your friends! There's seriously nothing better than slaying a sunny pow day with your homies!!! My life has forever been changed since discovering the backcountry!
Any advice for new riders?
Before even attempting to jump on a sled, go hard in the gym! It is not a walk in the park out there; it's extremely physical! Cardio helps me a ton in the pre-season. If you're in good shape, it will be much easier to learn. Get educated! It's serious business out there, and if you're ignorant to the dangers, it could be life or death! Avalanches and stupid mistakes can be fatal!
Age:40
Location:Pemberton, BC
How did you get started sledding?
I moved to Whistler in 2002 to snowboard. When I arrived in Whistler, I met some friends who snowmobiled! I would hear the stories of how sick backcountry shredding was and was so hyped on it, but sledding is a rich man's sport. Working at Misty Mountain Pizza, I didn't have that type of cash to buy a truck and sled! I moved to Pemberton, where there was a local TV station that played the local sled videos, and I couldn't stop thinking about wanting to be a sledder! I built up my credit and went into heavy debt buying a new truck and sled in 2007. That was the start of the future of bad financial decision's to snowmobile on money I didn't have. The rest is history.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
That's a hard question. For me, it's all about shredding with your friends! There's seriously nothing better than slaying a sunny pow day with your homies!!! My life has forever been changed since discovering the backcountry!
Any advice for new riders?
Before even attempting to jump on a sled, go hard in the gym! It is not a walk in the park out there; it's extremely physical! Cardio helps me a ton in the pre-season. If you're in good shape, it will be much easier to learn. Get educated! It's serious business out there, and if you're ignorant to the dangers, it could be life or death! Avalanches and stupid mistakes can be fatal!
Surround yourself with capable riders who are patient and willing to babysit you. There's nothing worse than being in trouble on a pow day with no friends in sight! Have all your safety gear prepared; it goes a long way in a tough situation. Use your gear and know it before attempting to go shredding.
Bring food and water! Fast carbs really keep me performing when it gets rough out there. And most importantly, have fun; that's what it's about. Ohh yea, get insurance and enough money saved up to heli your sled out of the backcountry. Stuff can go sideways!
Favorite food:
I gotta go with Sushi! If your ever in Whistler hit up Sushi village, it will change your life!
Favorite quote:
Favorite food:
I gotta go with Sushi! If your ever in Whistler hit up Sushi village, it will change your life!
Favorite quote:
A wise man doesn't know everything, only a fool knows it all!
Hayden Troop
Name:Hayden Troop
Age:
Location:
Coeur d'Alene, ID
How did you get started sledding?
Got started sledding with my dad when I was a kid
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite thing about snowmobiling is the adrenaline and the places it takes you.
Any advice for new riders?
My advice for new riders would be to learn the basics really well before you try more complicated things and to not rush the learning curve. Also to just get out and have fun!
Favorite food:
Favorite food is lasagna
Favorite quote:
Favorite quote, motivation comes and goes but you must preform anyways.
Age:
Location:
Coeur d'Alene, ID
How did you get started sledding?
Got started sledding with my dad when I was a kid
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite thing about snowmobiling is the adrenaline and the places it takes you.
Any advice for new riders?
My advice for new riders would be to learn the basics really well before you try more complicated things and to not rush the learning curve. Also to just get out and have fun!
Favorite food:
Favorite food is lasagna
Favorite quote:
Favorite quote, motivation comes and goes but you must preform anyways.
Janey Rivard
Name: Janey Rivard
Age: 27
Location: Red Deer, Alberta
How did you get started sledding?
I grew up riding on my family farm in Alberta and got into backcountry riding when I was about 18!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling? I love pushing myself and exploring new areas! Sledding allows me to see the most beautiful places on the planet.
Any advice for new riders?
Ride with people who support you and take the time to help you learn!
Favorite food:
Probably a cheese burger 🍔 ❤️
Favorite quote :
If you can get 1 percent better each day for one year, you'll end up thirty-seven times better by the time you're done.
Age: 27
Location: Red Deer, Alberta
How did you get started sledding?
I grew up riding on my family farm in Alberta and got into backcountry riding when I was about 18!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling? I love pushing myself and exploring new areas! Sledding allows me to see the most beautiful places on the planet.
Any advice for new riders?
Ride with people who support you and take the time to help you learn!
Favorite food:
Probably a cheese burger 🍔 ❤️
Favorite quote :
If you can get 1 percent better each day for one year, you'll end up thirty-seven times better by the time you're done.
Jeffrey Dennis
Name:Jeff Dennis 'aksledjunkie'
Age:32
Location:Alaska
How did you get started sledding?
I've been riding sleds since I was 3 years old. It was a passion of my Dad's and he passed it on in the form of an obsession 😂
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
It's changed over the years. I used to love the speed and adrenaline. Now I love the challenge of getting into or through terrain that you might have thought impossible before and thus raising your own bar.
Any advice for new riders?
What I tell newer riders often is this, pick a sled to help you build confidence. If you are confident, you will have more fun. And fun is why we all started down this path.
Favorite food:
Gas station food
Favorite quote:
"Don't worry when you are not recognized, but strive to be worthy of recognition." -- Abe Lincoln
Age:32
Location:Alaska
How did you get started sledding?
I've been riding sleds since I was 3 years old. It was a passion of my Dad's and he passed it on in the form of an obsession 😂
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
It's changed over the years. I used to love the speed and adrenaline. Now I love the challenge of getting into or through terrain that you might have thought impossible before and thus raising your own bar.
Any advice for new riders?
What I tell newer riders often is this, pick a sled to help you build confidence. If you are confident, you will have more fun. And fun is why we all started down this path.
Favorite food:
Gas station food
Favorite quote:
"Don't worry when you are not recognized, but strive to be worthy of recognition." -- Abe Lincoln
Joe Adams
Name: Joe Adams
Age: 22
Location: Roslyn, WA
How did you get started sledding?
I grew up around the sport of snowmobiling and I quickly grew a passion for it.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling? My favorite this about snowmobiling is the freedom and creativeness it brings followed by amazing views and people!
Any advice for new riders?
Keep your head up and don't give up
Favorite food:
Ice cream
Favorite quote :
"Passion overcomes everything because when you truthfully love something, it's hard to stop you from doing it and it's hard to stop you from doing your best at it." - Mark McMorris
Age: 22
Location: Roslyn, WA
How did you get started sledding?
I grew up around the sport of snowmobiling and I quickly grew a passion for it.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling? My favorite this about snowmobiling is the freedom and creativeness it brings followed by amazing views and people!
Any advice for new riders?
Keep your head up and don't give up
Favorite food:
Ice cream
Favorite quote :
"Passion overcomes everything because when you truthfully love something, it's hard to stop you from doing it and it's hard to stop you from doing your best at it." - Mark McMorris
Joey Fay
Name: Joey Fay
Age:37
Location:Seattle,WA
How did you get started sledding?
I got started sledding riding with my family out of the cabin in eastern washington when i was a little grom, just sittin squirrel holdin onto the bars. decided enough was enough and graduated to a snowscoot, the rest is history.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
The best part about sledding is the time with the budz, the bond created. wether its conquering a feature, pushing new terrain or just making the best of a subpar snowday with laughs and views. that what makes sledding the best hobby or lifestyle out there, always changing environments with the ones that got your back. Cause whos riding with people that wont put their life on the line for you?
Any advice for new riders?
A tidbit of advice for new riders is to stick with it. failing and getting stuck is part of sledding. we learn from failing. if your not getting stuck your not pushing your limits.
Favorite food:
Candy! All things sugar n sweets! Sour gummies to be specific!
Favorite quote:
"I'm not here to fit in, I'm here to stand out"
Age:37
Location:Seattle,WA
How did you get started sledding?
I got started sledding riding with my family out of the cabin in eastern washington when i was a little grom, just sittin squirrel holdin onto the bars. decided enough was enough and graduated to a snowscoot, the rest is history.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
The best part about sledding is the time with the budz, the bond created. wether its conquering a feature, pushing new terrain or just making the best of a subpar snowday with laughs and views. that what makes sledding the best hobby or lifestyle out there, always changing environments with the ones that got your back. Cause whos riding with people that wont put their life on the line for you?
Any advice for new riders?
A tidbit of advice for new riders is to stick with it. failing and getting stuck is part of sledding. we learn from failing. if your not getting stuck your not pushing your limits.
Favorite food:
Candy! All things sugar n sweets! Sour gummies to be specific!
Favorite quote:
"I'm not here to fit in, I'm here to stand out"
Justin Ponsor
Name: Justin Ponsor
Age:28
Location:Idaho
How did you get started sledding?
My dad brought home a 1970 Ski-Doo Elan when I was 6 years old and grew up riding ditches in Iowa. Went on my first snowmobile trip out west around 14 years old and was hooked on backcountry riding!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
The progression and technical driving aspect of backcountry riding is my favorite thing about snowmobiling. Introducing new riders to the sport and helping them advance their skills is also one of my favorite things about the sport!
Any advice for new riders?
Don't be afraid to get stuck when trying new things! Just go for it and keep trying it until you get it! It's easy to get frustrated at first, but consistency and a good attitude goes a long way!
Favorite food:
Filet Mignon
Favorite quote:
If you're not living on the edge, you're taking too much space.
Age:28
Location:Idaho
How did you get started sledding?
My dad brought home a 1970 Ski-Doo Elan when I was 6 years old and grew up riding ditches in Iowa. Went on my first snowmobile trip out west around 14 years old and was hooked on backcountry riding!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
The progression and technical driving aspect of backcountry riding is my favorite thing about snowmobiling. Introducing new riders to the sport and helping them advance their skills is also one of my favorite things about the sport!
Any advice for new riders?
Don't be afraid to get stuck when trying new things! Just go for it and keep trying it until you get it! It's easy to get frustrated at first, but consistency and a good attitude goes a long way!
Favorite food:
Filet Mignon
Favorite quote:
If you're not living on the edge, you're taking too much space.
Justin Rhenlund
Name: Justin Rhenlund
Age: 30
Location: Hastings, MN
How did you get started sledding?
My father, he had me on a snowmobile before I could walk (probably a “Yooper” thing). It’s been a lifelong addiction since.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
The freedom of an open canvas on a perfect mountain side. It’s an art pushing yourself and boundaries with a precision machine and learning new skills.
Any advice for new riders?
Master the basics and be comfortable being uncomfortable. If able, spend extra on your gear and equipment.
Favorite food:
A nice T- Bone steak
Favorite quote: If you’re going to be dumb, you better be tough.
Age: 30
Location: Hastings, MN
How did you get started sledding?
My father, he had me on a snowmobile before I could walk (probably a “Yooper” thing). It’s been a lifelong addiction since.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
The freedom of an open canvas on a perfect mountain side. It’s an art pushing yourself and boundaries with a precision machine and learning new skills.
Any advice for new riders?
Master the basics and be comfortable being uncomfortable. If able, spend extra on your gear and equipment.
Favorite food:
A nice T- Bone steak
Favorite quote: If you’re going to be dumb, you better be tough.
Kyle Nicoll
Name: Kyle Nicoll
Age: 42 Young
Location: Alaska
How did you get started sledding?
Father, Grandfather, and Uncle all raced as I grew up. Decided to take a different path and push into the backcountry. Its that technical life for me!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
There is not just one thing but Freedom is up there! Also love how this sled community becomes a family so quickly, nothing else like it...
Any advice for new riders?
Keep pushing, but be smart about it. You do not want any of this cut short...
Favorite food:
Pizza, is that really a question? But in the end, I like food!
Favorite quote:
Sorry Not Sorry.... I usually feel bad about it but going to do it anyways
Age: 42 Young
Location: Alaska
How did you get started sledding?
Father, Grandfather, and Uncle all raced as I grew up. Decided to take a different path and push into the backcountry. Its that technical life for me!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
There is not just one thing but Freedom is up there! Also love how this sled community becomes a family so quickly, nothing else like it...
Any advice for new riders?
Keep pushing, but be smart about it. You do not want any of this cut short...
Favorite food:
Pizza, is that really a question? But in the end, I like food!
Favorite quote:
Sorry Not Sorry.... I usually feel bad about it but going to do it anyways
Linden Boulet
Name: Linden Boulet
Age: 24
Location: Grande Prairie (Northern Alberta, Canada)
How did you get started sledding?
When I was a kid we always had older sleds around But my cousins started sledding in the mountains and said it was the best thing ever. I had the opportunity to join them on one of they extra mountain machines for a weekend and I was 100% hooked!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite thing about snowmobiling is the endless opportunities to turn a snow covered hill into a wicked jump, especially with good friends and deep snow!
Any advice for new riders?
The best way to learn and progress in technical skills is to ride with new people. Make friends that you’re comfortable to ride with and everyone holds skills you can learn from!
Favorite food:
Burgers!
Favorite quote:“Had er screaming 9000 all the way through that pow field there” - Turkey Reinheardt
Age: 24
Location: Grande Prairie (Northern Alberta, Canada)
How did you get started sledding?
When I was a kid we always had older sleds around But my cousins started sledding in the mountains and said it was the best thing ever. I had the opportunity to join them on one of they extra mountain machines for a weekend and I was 100% hooked!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favorite thing about snowmobiling is the endless opportunities to turn a snow covered hill into a wicked jump, especially with good friends and deep snow!
Any advice for new riders?
The best way to learn and progress in technical skills is to ride with new people. Make friends that you’re comfortable to ride with and everyone holds skills you can learn from!
Favorite food:
Burgers!
Favorite quote:“Had er screaming 9000 all the way through that pow field there” - Turkey Reinheardt
Matt Dubois
Name:Matt Dubois
Age:36 feel like 21 lol
Location:Wakefield Quebec,Canada
How did you get started sledding?
My Dad always had old sleds that you could not pull me off of growing up. bombing fields jumping snowbanks, towing snowboards from sun up to sun down i was during gas.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?Freedom. Being able to explore new areas and the rush that comes with it pushing your limits daily.
Any advice for new riders?
Having Fun, sledding is going to kick your but more times than not. The ability to have fun and not let that get you down is the key!
Favorite food:
Poutine lol
Favorite quote:
If your going to be dumb you gotta be tough
Age:36 feel like 21 lol
Location:Wakefield Quebec,Canada
How did you get started sledding?
My Dad always had old sleds that you could not pull me off of growing up. bombing fields jumping snowbanks, towing snowboards from sun up to sun down i was during gas.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?Freedom. Being able to explore new areas and the rush that comes with it pushing your limits daily.
Any advice for new riders?
Having Fun, sledding is going to kick your but more times than not. The ability to have fun and not let that get you down is the key!
Favorite food:
Poutine lol
Favorite quote:
If your going to be dumb you gotta be tough
Meg Cumming
Name: Meg Cumming
Age: 25
Location: Whistler, BC
How did you get started sledding?
I bought one, I tried to jump it, I broke my sternum, and then I was in too deep
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
Beating people to the best zones, only for them to break in and see you've already trashed the place...
Any advice for new riders?
Make your friends buy a sled after you've already had 5 days on one. That way you are always better than them
Favorite food:
Anything cooked on my friends' exhausts (I would never let my beautiful can get messy)
Favorite quote:
If you're not pink, you're last
Age: 25
Location: Whistler, BC
How did you get started sledding?
I bought one, I tried to jump it, I broke my sternum, and then I was in too deep
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
Beating people to the best zones, only for them to break in and see you've already trashed the place...
Any advice for new riders?
Make your friends buy a sled after you've already had 5 days on one. That way you are always better than them
Favorite food:
Anything cooked on my friends' exhausts (I would never let my beautiful can get messy)
Favorite quote:
If you're not pink, you're last
Mike Kokko
Name:Mike Kokko
Age:33
Location:Chilliwack, British Colombia
How did you get started sledding?
I have always wanted to try snowmobiling, and in 2015 my dad and I went and bought our first snowmobile. That moment changed my life for riding and haven’t looked back.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favourite thing about snowmobiling is early mornings to get that fresh track to the alpine.
Any advice for new riders?
My advice to new riders would be always have a positive attitude, and starting in the deep end is a good picture to see if this is what you want to experience.
Favorite food:
My favourite food is pizza
Favorite quote:
Let’s go for an adventure!
Age:33
Location:Chilliwack, British Colombia
How did you get started sledding?
I have always wanted to try snowmobiling, and in 2015 my dad and I went and bought our first snowmobile. That moment changed my life for riding and haven’t looked back.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favourite thing about snowmobiling is early mornings to get that fresh track to the alpine.
Any advice for new riders?
My advice to new riders would be always have a positive attitude, and starting in the deep end is a good picture to see if this is what you want to experience.
Favorite food:
My favourite food is pizza
Favorite quote:
Let’s go for an adventure!
Monica Rosenberg
Name: Monica Rosenberg
Age: 35
Location:Sicamous,BC
How did you get started sledding?
I wanted to challenge myself to a new winter sport
What is your favourite thing about sledding?
The beautiful places it takes me in the mountains
Any advice for new riders?
The quicker you learn to get yourself out, the faster you learn to not repeat the mistake that got you stuck
Favourite food:
Pho Soup
Favourite quote:
La Vie Est Belle! ( Life is beautiful )
Age: 35
Location:Sicamous,BC
How did you get started sledding?
I wanted to challenge myself to a new winter sport
What is your favourite thing about sledding?
The beautiful places it takes me in the mountains
Any advice for new riders?
The quicker you learn to get yourself out, the faster you learn to not repeat the mistake that got you stuck
Favourite food:
Pho Soup
Favourite quote:
La Vie Est Belle! ( Life is beautiful )
Nick Campbell
Name: Nick Campbell
Age: 26
Location:Sunderland Ontario
How did you get started sledding?
I got started sledding through my father. He has been sledding his whole life, so I have been around it for a long time and he got me hooked. I didn’t buy my first sled until I was about 17 but after that I have rode pretty much every weekend. My dad has ran a long track sled since the early 2000’s in Ontario. So I kind of skipped the trail scene all together and started backcountry riding from the start.
What is your favourite thing about sledding?
My favourite thing about sledding is the community and having fun with your friends and family. There is something special about being in the backcountry with your best friends having the time of your life. I am very lucky to be able to take a month off work each year and ride out west everyday. That being said you get to meet a lot of people along the way. Weather it is making new friends at the cabin, finding new zones with your buddy’s, meeting a guy in a parking lot who has parts for you to get back on the snow the next day, or hitting some new pow at a spot you have rode 100 times. There is always a smile on my face and everybody else’s. this sport brings so many people together in such a positive way it’s incredible. I really enjoy watching people progress as well. It is really cool to see how far we can push each other.
Any advice for new riders?
My advice to new riders is to get educated, and push all your friends to do so as well. At the end of the day snowmobiling is the most rewarding sport but it is also dangerous. It is very easy to get caught up in social media watching all these incredible riders do all these crazy jumps/ drops and pulls ect. But what you dont see is the behind the scenes. These riders are educated in the terrain, the conditions, and the avalanche risks. For new riders backcountry snowmobiling can be very overwhelming. It’s important to take things slow and learn in a safe manner. It is also important to push your friends/peers to do so as well. At the end of the day if you are in trouble you rely on the people with you to rescue you. So it is important for everyone in your group to be trained. Ask questions, don’t be afraid to meet new people in cabins or parking lots. The snowmobile community is very friendly.
Favourite food:
Exhaust cooked chicken wings on the mountain
Favourite quote:
Don’t look at the trees 😉
Age: 26
Location:Sunderland Ontario
How did you get started sledding?
I got started sledding through my father. He has been sledding his whole life, so I have been around it for a long time and he got me hooked. I didn’t buy my first sled until I was about 17 but after that I have rode pretty much every weekend. My dad has ran a long track sled since the early 2000’s in Ontario. So I kind of skipped the trail scene all together and started backcountry riding from the start.
What is your favourite thing about sledding?
My favourite thing about sledding is the community and having fun with your friends and family. There is something special about being in the backcountry with your best friends having the time of your life. I am very lucky to be able to take a month off work each year and ride out west everyday. That being said you get to meet a lot of people along the way. Weather it is making new friends at the cabin, finding new zones with your buddy’s, meeting a guy in a parking lot who has parts for you to get back on the snow the next day, or hitting some new pow at a spot you have rode 100 times. There is always a smile on my face and everybody else’s. this sport brings so many people together in such a positive way it’s incredible. I really enjoy watching people progress as well. It is really cool to see how far we can push each other.
Any advice for new riders?
My advice to new riders is to get educated, and push all your friends to do so as well. At the end of the day snowmobiling is the most rewarding sport but it is also dangerous. It is very easy to get caught up in social media watching all these incredible riders do all these crazy jumps/ drops and pulls ect. But what you dont see is the behind the scenes. These riders are educated in the terrain, the conditions, and the avalanche risks. For new riders backcountry snowmobiling can be very overwhelming. It’s important to take things slow and learn in a safe manner. It is also important to push your friends/peers to do so as well. At the end of the day if you are in trouble you rely on the people with you to rescue you. So it is important for everyone in your group to be trained. Ask questions, don’t be afraid to meet new people in cabins or parking lots. The snowmobile community is very friendly.
Favourite food:
Exhaust cooked chicken wings on the mountain
Favourite quote:
Don’t look at the trees 😉
Niclas Mader
Name:Niclas Mader
Age:30
Location:Grande Prairie, Alberta
How did you get started sledding?
I started sledding when I was 10 years old on a 1972 skidoo elan 250. It was a gift from my grandpa for my 10th birthday. From that day on I was addicted to the sport.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favourite part about sledding is probably the freedom you have in the backcountry. Going out with your buddies and exploring new areas while pushing your limits just gives you an adrenaline rush like no other. I love the sledding community and all the new people you meet along the way.
Any advice for new riders?
An honest piece of advice would be to never give up on your goals/ dreams and to be yourself/ humble.
Favorite food:
Elk roast and mashed potatoes with bacon/cheese.
Favorite quote:
Success isn't just about what you accomplish in your life, it's what you inspire others to do.
Age:30
Location:Grande Prairie, Alberta
How did you get started sledding?
I started sledding when I was 10 years old on a 1972 skidoo elan 250. It was a gift from my grandpa for my 10th birthday. From that day on I was addicted to the sport.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
My favourite part about sledding is probably the freedom you have in the backcountry. Going out with your buddies and exploring new areas while pushing your limits just gives you an adrenaline rush like no other. I love the sledding community and all the new people you meet along the way.
Any advice for new riders?
An honest piece of advice would be to never give up on your goals/ dreams and to be yourself/ humble.
Favorite food:
Elk roast and mashed potatoes with bacon/cheese.
Favorite quote:
Success isn't just about what you accomplish in your life, it's what you inspire others to do.
Rick Schroeder
Name: Rick Schroeder
Age: 42
Location:
How did you get started sledding?
I started riding sleds at a younger age on old 340 fan cooled sleds that had to stop once in a while to put snow on the motor to cool down and from that point on I was hooked.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
Any advice for new riders?
My advice for new riders is that if you get that chance to ride don't pass up the opportunity even if you're unsure about it. You won't regret it.
Favorite food:
Pizza/Lasagna
Favorite quote:
“Surround yourself with people that will fight for you even if you're not in the room" Fit to Fight Fire
Age: 42
Location:
How did you get started sledding?
I started riding sleds at a younger age on old 340 fan cooled sleds that had to stop once in a while to put snow on the motor to cool down and from that point on I was hooked.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
Any advice for new riders?
My advice for new riders is that if you get that chance to ride don't pass up the opportunity even if you're unsure about it. You won't regret it.
Favorite food:
Pizza/Lasagna
Favorite quote:
“Surround yourself with people that will fight for you even if you're not in the room" Fit to Fight Fire
Ryan Moeglein
Name: Ryan Moeglein
Age: 24
Location: Kenai, Alaska
How did you get started sledding?
My grandpa bought me a 120 when I was 4 and I’ve been hooked and haven’t stopped since!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
The adrenaline rush and freedom is unmatched. I really enjoy challenging myself to always progress and it’s so rewarding to see progress season after season.
Any advice for new riders?
Just go out and have fun, push the limits to get better and remember wherever you’re looking that’s where your sled is going to go.
Favorite food:
I love a good sushi roll
Favorite quote:
“Great things don’t come from comfort zones”
Age: 24
Location: Kenai, Alaska
How did you get started sledding?
My grandpa bought me a 120 when I was 4 and I’ve been hooked and haven’t stopped since!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
The adrenaline rush and freedom is unmatched. I really enjoy challenging myself to always progress and it’s so rewarding to see progress season after season.
Any advice for new riders?
Just go out and have fun, push the limits to get better and remember wherever you’re looking that’s where your sled is going to go.
Favorite food:
I love a good sushi roll
Favorite quote:
“Great things don’t come from comfort zones”
Scott Eyer
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Teagan Dubois
Name: Teagan DuBois (Teags)
Age: 19
Location: Invermere B.C
How did you get started sledding?
Riding the trap line with my grandpa and dad!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
What I like most about sledding is the freedom to explore and challenge yourself!
Any advice for new riders?
My advice to new riders is, ride it like a bike! Gain momentum before the hill/obstacle and glide up it rather than wide open and out of control!
Favorite food:
A pulled pork bun from Smoke House in Invermere. (Not a sponsor or anything it’s just THAT FREAKIN GOOD)
Favorite quote:
“Skrill buddy”
Age: 19
Location: Invermere B.C
How did you get started sledding?
Riding the trap line with my grandpa and dad!
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
What I like most about sledding is the freedom to explore and challenge yourself!
Any advice for new riders?
My advice to new riders is, ride it like a bike! Gain momentum before the hill/obstacle and glide up it rather than wide open and out of control!
Favorite food:
A pulled pork bun from Smoke House in Invermere. (Not a sponsor or anything it’s just THAT FREAKIN GOOD)
Favorite quote:
“Skrill buddy”
Travis Alley
Name:Travis Alley
Age:38
Location:Truckee, CA
How did you get started sledding?
Our family was big into sleds as a kid, I got my first sled on Christmas morning (85' Yamaha Bravo). Growing up in upstate NY sledding was mostly trail riding and ditch banging. I moved to Lake Tahoe in 2007 and had my mind blown experiencing big mountain riding. I have an appreciation for all aspects of riding, but big mountain riding is my true passion.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
Exploring new zones, and that feeling of weightlessness in deep powder.
Any advice for new riders?
Ride More, Worry Less. Enjoy all the moments, even the stucks. Try and ride with guys better than you, and do your best to keep up!
Favorite food:
Lobster
Favorite quote: Don't take life too serious, you'll never get out alive.
Age:38
Location:Truckee, CA
How did you get started sledding?
Our family was big into sleds as a kid, I got my first sled on Christmas morning (85' Yamaha Bravo). Growing up in upstate NY sledding was mostly trail riding and ditch banging. I moved to Lake Tahoe in 2007 and had my mind blown experiencing big mountain riding. I have an appreciation for all aspects of riding, but big mountain riding is my true passion.
What's your favorite thing about snowmobiling?
Exploring new zones, and that feeling of weightlessness in deep powder.
Any advice for new riders?
Ride More, Worry Less. Enjoy all the moments, even the stucks. Try and ride with guys better than you, and do your best to keep up!
Favorite food:
Lobster
Favorite quote: Don't take life too serious, you'll never get out alive.