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Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastRain Felkl - Freedom of Splitboarding - Juneau Alaska NativeEPISODE 101
Rain Felkl is an Alaska Native born and raised in Juneau. After making the move to the Wasatch Mountains, she was quickly captivated by the freedom and adventure of human-powered splitboarding. She has had the opportunity to explore many corners of her home range as well as longer adventures in mountain ranges in Alaska and the lower 48s. When she isn’t riding powder, Rain is a rock climber and cyclist, which has naturally led her eye towards more exploratory splitboard objectives.
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Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastRuedi Beglinger - Selkirk Mountain Experience - True Man of the MountainsEPISODE 99
Ruedi Beglinger, a man of the mountains. To be more specific, the Selkirks in British Columbia, Canada where, for the last few decades, he and his family have lived, in fact, his kids grew up on the Durrand Glacier. Ruedi’s story begins in the Swiss Alps where he was born and raised. He first traveled to North America in 1978 and eventually planted roots in the Revelstoke area and began leading hut trips in the Selkirks. 37 years later he is still leading those tours and he now has 3 huts on the Durrand. His first splitboard was on...2022-12-281h 35
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastAlex Andrews - WNDR Alpine - Frothing & StokedEPISODE 98
Alex Andrews of WNDR Alpine is a rad dude with experiences ranging from skating bowls and jibbing the streets of Ogden, UT. He eventually started riding and working for Burton as a young ripper. Alex’s “powder panic” and love for the mountains have him aligned with Wonder Alpine as their snowboard marketing and product manager. His passion made this a great chat and we hope you love this one.
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Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastMcKinley Talty - Utah Avalanche Center - Know Before You GoEPISODE 97
McKinley grew up on the icy hills of New York, learning to ride in the Catskill Mountains. He made his way west in 2013 and began exploring the snow-filled mountains around Utah, Montana, and Colorado. His love of backcountry riding brought him to the Snow Science program at Montana State University, where he studied the applications of geographic information systems in identifying avalanche exposure. Since leaving Montana, McKinley now works for the Utah Avalanche Center as the Know Before You Go Avalanche Awareness Coordinator in addition to being a ski/splitboard/snowmobile guide at Monument Snowcat Skiing...2022-12-131h 43
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastLila Yeoman - Turning is a sign of fear - Freeride Junior World TourEPISODE 96
2022 Freeride World Tour Junior World Champion, Lila Yeoman.
Started snowboarding at the young age of 3, began competing at 11, and splitboarding at 14
Athlete for Jones Snowboards, ambassador for POC Sports, and snowboard instructor at Snowbird
Currently working on riding all 90 lines in The Chuting Gallery
Some would view Lila as a teen prodigy, she’s accomplished a notable list by the young age of 17. With the guidance of her Dad Jeff, she’s been on a steady path of snowboard progression since the age of 3 years old. Utilizing the Wasatch mountains as her training ground, she...2022-12-061h 23
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastAlex Gavic - Adventure Content Creator Extraordinaire @splitboardmountaineerAlex Gavic is a photographer, adventurer and splitboard mountaineer.
Discovered his love for photography over 15 years ago while skateboarding around with his friends
Skating evolved into snowboarding, and as an athlete, he started finding himself in front of the lens as much as behind it
His content drew a huge social media following, bringing many people to remote and beautiful places they could not reach on their own
For the past 10 years, Alex has been venturing into the powder filled peaks of the Western United States and sharing videos of his wild adventures. And people loved it...2022-11-301h 24
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastStratton Matteson - Bike-to-Board Cardiff AthleteStratton (a.k.a. Cascade Connections) dedicates his time in the backcountry to raising awareness of the impact of carbon emissions and the effect of increased traffic in the alpine wilderness along the Pacific coast.
Based in Bend, Oregon and calls the Cascades Volcanoes his home range
Snowboards without the assistance of any fossil fuel vehicles, using only his bike and splitboard to ride mountains
Spends 8 months of the year riding full time and creating video projects documenting his journeys
In this episode, we discuss how he arrived at splitboarding, the friends he made along the way...2022-11-221h 24
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastTaking it to the MaxAfter a long hiatus, we're back! Introducing a familiar voice back to the Dark Starts program - Maxwell J. Morrill. Max brings 3 decades of experience to the show, plus a huge rolodex of friends that he met along the way.
In this mini-episode, we chat about where the podcast came from and where it's going. One thing's for sure, we are making the split board community a better and safer place for all. Ah, it's great to be back.
Peace!2022-11-1115 min
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastWill Kovacic - Foot Powered - Guide, Athlete and Film producerEpisode 90Guide and Athlete Will Kovacic talks foot powered filming and backcountry safety with Chad & Darrin.For the full show notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/guests Special thanks to: Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors: www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketing www.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo www.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us: www.darkstarts.ca @ Darkstarts.podcast https://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/ @ Darkstarts.media https://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.media/2022-03-011h 50
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastZeal Optics - Mike Lewis - Marketing DirectorEpisode 90Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Split Decisions, with Mike Lewis of Zeal Optics.For more information, visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/zealSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/2022-02-2244 min
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastShawna Paoli - Health, life & lines - She just gets after it!Episode 89 Sponsored Athlete Shawna Paoli talks about health, life and lines with Chad & Darrin. For the full show notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/shawna-paoliSpecial thanks to: Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors: www.darkstarts.ca/partners Groundswell Marketing www.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/ Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo www.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/ Follow us: www.darkstarts.ca @ Darkstarts.podcast https://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/ @ Darkstarts.media https://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.media/2022-02-161h 58
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastPhantom Snow Industries - John Keffler - Owner & lead engineerEpisode 88 Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Split Decisions, with John Keffler of Phantom Snow Industries. For more information, visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/phantom https://www.phantomsnow.com/ Special thanks to: Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors: www.darkstarts.ca/partners Groundswell Marketing www.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/ Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo www.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/ Follow us: www.darkstarts.ca @ Darkstarts.podcast https://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/ @ Darkstarts.media https://ww...2022-02-081h 39
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastChris Christenson - Shaping his Lifestyle - Surf & Snowboard Shaper he has spend his life sanding sidewaysEpisode 85Surfer, splitboarder & board shaper Chris Christenson chats shapes with Chad & Darrin.For full show notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/guestsSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/@ Darkstarts...2022-02-011h 28
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastBackcountry Access - Jack Beighle - Marketing SpecialistEpisode 86Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Split Decisions, with Jack Beighle of Backcountry Access.For more information, visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/bcaSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/2022-01-251h 06
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastIsaac Laredo - Elevated education - AERIE Instructor and GuideEpisode 85Splitboard Guide Isaac Laredo from Truckee California educates Chad & Darrin.For full Show notes please visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/guestsShow links:https://www.instagram.com/ilaredo/https://www.instagram.com/alpenglowexpeditions/Special thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:...2022-01-181h 30
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastBlake Keogh - Decision fatigue is real - Ski guide & POW AmbassadorEpisode 84Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents ski guide & POW Ambassador Blake Keogh.For full show notes and details on the products visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/blake-keoghSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram...2022-01-112h 20
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastSans Meal Bar - Corey Caffrey - Co-founderEpisode 83Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Split Decisions, with Corey Caffrey of Sans Meal BarFor full show notes and details on the products visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/sans-meal-barsSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcast...2022-01-0444 min
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastTemple Cummins - Empty chairs - Four time Mt. Baker Legendary Banked Slalom ChampEpisode 82 - Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents snowboard legend, Temple Cummins.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/temple-cumminsSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/@ Darkstarts.m...2021-12-281h 57
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastThirty Two Boots - Jon Takao - Foot wear designerEpisode 81Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Split Decisions, with Jon Takao of Thirty Two BootsFor full show notes and details on the products visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/thirty-twoSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcast...2021-12-211h 22
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastJoel Loverin - Riding the slide - A Whistler local wild manEpisode 80 - Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents legendary rider Joel Loverin of Whistler, BC.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/joel-loverinSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.c...2021-12-141h 58
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastBig Sky Mountain Products - Jackson Keogh - OwnerEpisode 79Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Split Decisions, with Jackson Keogh of Big Sky mountain products.For full show notes and details on the products visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/big-skySpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcast2021-12-0751 min
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastManuela Mandl - Just be you - Freeride World Tour AthleteEpisode 78Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Freeride World Tour athlete Manuela Mandl.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/manuela-mandlSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/...2021-11-302h 10
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastWolverine Snow Products - Joey Vosburgh - Owner & designerEpisode 77Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Split Decisions, with Joey Vosburgh of Wolverine Snow Products.For full show notes and details on the products visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/wolverineSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcast...2021-11-2350 min
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastTodd Heath - Get One - Owner of Bomb Snow Magazine!Episode 76Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Todd Heath of Bomb Snow magazine.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/todd-heathShow links:https://www.instagram.com/bombsnow/https://bombsnow.com/Special thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.d...2021-11-091h 40
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastSomewear Labs - Jonathan Besquin - Marketing ManagerEpisode 75Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents a Split Decisions episode, with Jonathan Besquin of Somewear Labs HotSpot Device.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/somewear-labsSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www...2021-11-0249 min
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastHampus Cederholm - Cutting Edge - Owner & co-founder of Furberg snowboards.Episode 74Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Hampus Cederholm, owner and co-founder of Furberg snowboards.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/hampus-cederholmSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/2021-10-261h 51
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastSpark R & D - Will Ritter - Owner Lead EngineerEpisode 73 Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Split Decisions, with Will Ritter of Spark R&D.For full show notes and details on the products visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/sparkranddSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasth...2021-10-2052 min
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastRyan Hudson - Streets 2 Peaks - A splitboarders story that will inspire you!Episode 72 Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents pro snowboarder, Ryan Hudson.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/ryan-hudsonShow links:https://www.instagram.com/rhudsonsb/https://www.instagram.com/patagonia_snow/https://www.instagram.com/jonessnowboards/https://www.instagram.com/kodiakcakes/https://www.instagram.com/sierranevada/https://www.instagram.com/tetongravity/https://www.instagram.com/powderbirdheliski/https://www.instagram.com/snowbird/https://www.instagram.com/jeremyjones/Special th...2021-10-122h 08
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastAlenka Mali - Keeping Her Heritage - Splitboarder & photographerEpisode 71 Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding Podcast Presents Freeride snowboarder, splitboarder & photographer Alenka Mali.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/alenka-mali Show links: https://www.instagram.com/alenkaamali/ https://www.instagram.com/spline_snowboards/ https://www.instagram.com/pocsports/ https://www.instagram.com/ortovox/ https://www.instagram.com/beaverwax/ https://www.instagram.com/suntribesunscreen/ https://www.instagram.com/resolvecbd/ https://www.instagram.com/stokedoats/ Special thanks to: Visit our website for great deals from our sp...2021-09-281h 29
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastSimone Le Grand - It’s a lifestyle - Swiss splitboarder and big aspect riderEpisode 70 Swiss splitboarder and big aspect rider, Simone Le Grand. For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/simone-legrand Show links: https://www.instagram.com/le_grand/ https://www.instagram.com/le_grand_design/ https://www.instagram.com/haglofs/ https://www.instagram.com/jonessnowboards/ https://www.instagram.com/karakorambc/ https://www.instagram.com/shadesofloveproject/ https://www.instagram.com/protectourwintersswitzerland/ Special thanks to: Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors: www.darkstarts.ca/partners Groundswel...2021-09-141h 57
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastMax Holzman - From the ground up - founder of MTN Local SnowboardsEpisode 69 Founder of MTN Local Snowboards, Max Holzman.Show Notes: www.darkstarts.ca/max-holzmanShow links:https://mtnlocalsnowboards.com/https://www.instagram.com/mtnlocalsnowboards/Special thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/@ Darkstarts.mediahttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.media/2021-08-312h 08
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastZak Mills - Captain Crunch - Splitboard athlete & lover of everything that nature offers!Episode 68 Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents splitboard athlete Zak Mills.For full show notes visit: www.darkstarts.ca/zak-mills Special thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/@ Darkstarts.mediah...2021-08-172h 41
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastTaylor Godber - Do Your Homework - Lifelong pursuit of standing sideways and eating cleanEpisode 67 Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Taylor Godber from Whistler BC. Full show notes at www.darkstarts.ca/taylor-godber Show links: https://www.createtravelinspire.com/ https://thedrawout.com/ https://www.jonessnowboards.com/ www.thenorthface.com/ https://rpmtraining.com/ https://snowboardcanada.com/whatcha-doing-taylor-godber/ Special thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors: www.darkstarts.ca/partners Groundswell Marketing www.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/ Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo www.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/ 2021-08-032h 01
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastJordan Keeth - Shredding the bar - Splitboarder and all around shredderEpisode 66Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Jordan Keeth from Mammoth California.For show notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/jordan-keethShow links:https://www.instagram.com/jordankeeth/https://www.instagram.com/endeavorsnow/https://www.instagram.com/sandboxland/https://www.instagram.com/airholefacemasks/https://www.instagram.com/beaverwax/https://www.instagram.com/ridge_merino/https://www.instagram.com/rhythmsnowboardshop/https://www.instagram.com/firestonewalker/https://www.instagram.com/805beer/https://www.instagram.com...2021-07-202h 09
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastNick LaToof - Dirt Bagging it - Splitboarder, filmmaker, authorEpisode 65 Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Mr. Relentless himself, Nick LaToof. Full show notes at https://www.darkstarts.ca/nick-latoofShow links: https://www.instagram.com/nlatoof/ http://www.nicklatoof.com/ Special thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors: www.darkstarts.ca/partners Groundswell Marketing www.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/ Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo www.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/ Follow us: www.darkstarts.ca @ Darkstarts.podcast https://www.instagram.com/darksta...2021-07-061h 38
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastScott Seward - Behind the scenes - Burton’s one & only board engineerEpisode 64Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Scott Seward, Burton’s one and only board engineer for the family tree line.For full show note visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/scott-sewardShow links:https://www.instagram.com/burtonsnowboards/Special thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:...2021-06-222h 21
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastMegs Pischke "Porcheron" - Pura Vida - Wellness & Community Director for Boarding for Breast CancerEpisode 63Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Megan Pischke of Boarding for Breast Cancer.For full show note visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/megan-pischkeShow links:https://www.instagram.com/megsporcheron/https://www.instagram.com/b4bc/https://www.instagram.com/gnusnowboards/https://www.instagram.com/libtechsurf/https://www.instagram.com/coalheadwear/https://www.instagram.com/dakine_snowboarding/https://www.rdsteps123.com/meditation-room/Special thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:2021-06-151h 01
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastJudson Wright - It's not if! It's when! - Founder and owner of Kootenay Backcountry Guides.Episode 62Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Judson Wright, founder and owner of Kootenay Backcountry Guides.For full show notes visits https://www.darkstarts.ca/judson-wright Show links:https://kootenaybackcountryguides.com/https://westonbackcountry.com/https://www.roamshop.com/https://www.stateofthesnowpack.com/https://tributeboardshop.ca/Special thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The A...2021-06-082h 27
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastMark Fawcett - Look ahead - Two time Olympian, guide & currently Canada Snowboard CoachEpisode 61Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents a snowboarding Legend Mark Fawcett.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/mark-fawcettSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/@ Darkstarts...2021-06-012h 14
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastKrister Kopala - Shredding in Hard Boot - Furberg Ride from Tromsø in Northern NorwayEpisode 60Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Krister Kopala from Tromsø in Northern Norway.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/krister-kopalaShow links:https://www.instagram.com/kriskopa/https://www.furbergsnowboards.com/https://www.instagram.com/furbergsnowboards/https://www.instagram.com/vertical_playground/https://www.instagram.com/blueiceclimbing/https://www.instagram.com/julbo_eyewear/https://www.instagram.com/g3gear/https://www.instagram.com/rab.equipment/Special thanks to:2021-05-251h 46
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastNick Russell - The Mountain Man - Backcountry shredder out of Truckee CaliforniaEpisode 59Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Nick Russell backcountry backcountry shredder and lover of the mountains out of Truckee California.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/nick-russellShow links:https://www.instagram.com/nick_russelll/?hl=enhttps://www.instagram.com/jonessnowboards/https://www.instagram.com/karakorambc/https://www.instagram.com/smartwool/https://www.instagram.com/patagonia/https://www.instagram.com/onxbackcountry/https://www.instagram.com/redbullsnow/https://www.instagram.com/arcadebelts/2021-05-182h 06
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastAntti Autti - Turns for the soul - Professional Snowboarder & creator of Artic Lines Video seriesEpisode 58Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Antti Autti, Professional Snowboarder from Finland and the creator of Artic Lines Video series.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/antti-auttiSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcast...2021-05-111h 53
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastJake Sullivan - Free your hands - Owner of Hand Out GlovesEpisode 57Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Jake Sullivan, owner of Hand Out Gloves.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/jake-sullivanSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/2021-05-041h 53
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastBriony May Johnson - Mother Nature Always Wins - Out of Australia, Pro YES Rider & Guides in JapanEpisode 56Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Briony May Johnson rider for the YES snowboards on the Tasman Team.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/briony-may-johnsonSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www...2021-04-272h 21
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastAdam Zok - Powder Hound - ACMG Splitboard guide out of Revelstoke BCEpisode 55Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Adam Zok ACMG splitboard guide out of Revelstoke BC.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/adam-zokSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts...2021-04-202h 04
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastMikey Franco - Discover your shape - Owner of Franco Snowshapes - Snowboard Coach & GuideEpisode 54 Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Mikey Franco, shaper and owner of Franco Snowshapes. For full show notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/mikey-francoSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/...2021-04-132h 30
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastRafael Pease - Respect the mountains - Pro Snowboard, documentary filmmaker.Episode 53Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Pro Snowboard mountaineer and filmmaker Rafael Pease.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/rafael-peaseSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/2021-04-062h 15
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastKate Ediger - The flow state - Founder of Pit and Peak Avalanche Training, Tail Guide & Burton AmbassadorEpisode 52Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Kate Ediger, founder of Pit and Peak Avalanche Skills Training.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/kate-edigerSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com...2021-03-302h 13
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastTy Mills - Wherever it's snowing! - All Aspects Alpine Guides & Avalanche Training out of Gold BCEpisode 51 Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Ty Mills, founder and owner of All Aspects Alpine. For full show notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/ty-millsSpecial thanks to: Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors: www.darkstarts.ca/partners Groundswell Marketing www.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/ Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo www.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/ Follow us: www.darkstarts.ca https://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.media/@ Darkstarts.podcast https://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/ @ Darkstarts.media https://www.in...2021-03-232h 02
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastBrittney Dickson - Dig Deep! - Owner operator of Stay Wild Backcountry Avalanche Skills TrainingEpisode 50Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Britteny Dickson founder of Stay Wild Backcountry.For full show notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/britteny-dicksonShow links:https://www.staywildbackcountry.cahttps://www.instagram.com/stay_wild_backcountry/https://www.facebook.com/StayWildBackcountry/Cool books:Deep Survival: https://amzn.to/30JFqtCLet It Ride: The Craig Kelly Story: https://amzn.to/3qPOdoiBuried: https://amzn.to/2OXEcbGSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals...2021-03-162h 29
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastJon Miller - The mountains connect us all With - Developer of Backcountry UnitedEpisode 49Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Jon Miller of Backcountry United Foundation.For full show notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/jon-millerSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/...2021-03-092h 28
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastChandler Kane - It's Cheating! - Owner of Stealth Backcountry Tours out of JapanEpisode 48Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents the owner of Stealth Backcountry Tours, Chandler Kane.For full shot notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/chandler-kaneSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/2021-03-021h 35
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastCorey Stecker - Manager of getting after it! - Smartwool's International, Global Sales managerEpisode 47Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents splitboarder Corey Stecker of Smartwool International, global sale manager.For full show notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/corey-steckerSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts...2021-02-231h 51
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastJonathan Penfield - Bell to Bell - Freeride World Tour CompetitorEpisode 46Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Jonathan Penfield, Freeride World Tour Competitor.For full show notes visit https://www.darkstarts.ca/jonathan-penfieldSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/...2021-02-162h 08
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastErika Vikander - ECO Friendly is the future! - Pro rider on the Freeride World TourEpisode 45Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Erika Vikander splitboarder and Freeride World Tour snowboarder.For full show notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/erika-vikanderSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/2021-02-091h 54
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastKelian Duplain - Have a Plan B - Avalanche awareness instructor out of Whistler BCEpisode 44Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents avalanche safety instructor Kelian Duplain.For full show notes visit : https://www.darkstarts.ca/kelian-duplainSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/@ Darkstarts...2021-02-021h 55
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastLeo Tsuo - Can’t we all just sled along? with - Owner of Weston BackcountryEpisode 43Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Leo Tsuo, owner of Weston.For full show notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/leo-tsuohttps://www.instagram.com/westonbackcountry/https://westonbackcountry.com/Special thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts...2021-01-262h 25
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastMeg Matheson - Fake it 'til you make it! - Cardiff athlete & aspiring backcountry guideEpisode 42Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Cardiff Athlete Meg Matheson.For full show notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/megan-mathesonSpecial thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/@ Darkstarts.media2021-01-191h 51
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastAaron Lebowitz - 10 Feet Further - Owner, Shaper of Elevated SurfcraftEpisode 41Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents the man with the ‘stache - Aaron Lebowitz, owner of Elevated SurfCraft. A surfer in the making, transplanted to Montana before hitting his prime. Riding in Ja-pow with Alex, sold everything he had to bring back a powder board to the States with him. Started making local powder boards for himself, and people wanted them. He really had no choice but to evolve his hobby into a Microboardery™.What a rad human! We were 100% captivated by Aaron as he took us through the awe of seei...2021-01-122h 33
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastDave Downing - 30 years of split with - The ever-humble, super rep of all things BurtonEpisode 40Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Burton rider - Triple D Dave Downing. Riding at Big Bear, he became a rep for Burton and has enjoyed a 30 years partnership with them, influencing their start in making splits. A Transworld trip to Italy changed his life, where he met his future wife and proved he had what it took to get a Burton rider contract. Rode and filmed with some of the greats, mentored by Craig Kelly himself.We learned so much about Tahoe and Burton in this episode. Dave discovered splitboarding...2021-01-051h 41
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastDropping out to Drop in with Gareth Van Dyk | Ex-Big Mountain competitor turns powsurfer & SplitboarderEpisode 39Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents ex-big mountain competitor and Jones ambassador Gareth Van Dyk. Moving from Wisconsin to West Africa to New Mexico, Gareth developed a unique perspective and appreciation of life. He gave it the old college try, but quickly learned that his student loans would be better used to fund his big mountain adventure education. He competed many years in Big Mountain, pulled in K2 and Jones sponsorships, then turned to judging events after blowing out his knee.Big mountain has never really received the same attention as freestyle in the snowboard world, but these are...2020-12-292h 19
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastRight in your backyard with Bjorn Leines | brand & business development manager at Cardiff SnowcraftEpisode 38Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents brand and business development manager at Cardiff Snowcraft and global athlete Bjorn Leines. Winters in Utah with his family led to local competitions, X Games, Olympics, sponsorships and shredding lines with some of the greats. Now calling Utah home, he discovered splitboarding in order to gain access to the nearby mountains that had been calling him for years. As an ambassador for Cardiff Snowcraft, he’s constantly feeding Sam with the ammo to build better rides.When we chatted with Bjorn, one of the snowboarding greats, one thing was crystal clear: in order to...2020-12-221h 39
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastThe oh shit puffy with Izzy Lazarus | Wyoming mountain guideEpisode 37Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Wyoming mountain guide Izzy Lazarus. She grew up outside in the NE States, helping her lay a solid foundation to become a climber, rider and instructor. Started her AMGA education in 2015 working towards her full IFMGA certification, and picked up a few sponsors along the way. Currently works as a guide out of Jackson WY, teaching Split 101 and women’s specific courses and shredding endless powder lines in the Tetons.Izzy got her first taste of powder when a friend brought her to Cement Creek in...2020-12-152h 14
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastSmashing Boards with Dave Crerar | ACMG Guide & Owner of Golden Powder Guides, out of Golden BCEpisode 36Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents owner of Golden Powder Guides Dave Turner-Crerar. Dave Turner-Crerar immigrated to Canada from Ireland to follow his passion for the outdoors. After a few years of travelling between kayaking the Ottawa River and ski patrolling at Big White Ski Resort, he landed a job with the Edmonton Fire Department. The compressed shift schedule gave him the chance for getting after it in the backcountry. He headed back to school and is now only one small hurdle away from completing the ACMG ski guide program… entirely on a sp...2020-12-081h 54
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastThe Process with Jessa Gilbert | Epic Artist, tail guide & currently out of Revelstoke BCEpisode 35Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents backcountry artist and tail guide Jessa Gilbert. As one of the few women who grew up shredding the slopes in New York, there was lots of room for improvement in how women were perceived and portrayed in snowboarding Forayed into environmental art when she received a mural grant for a creek underpass in Whistler, turned her passion into a living Landed in Nelson BC and turned on to guiding by Jeff of Baldface, not too shabby having Buff as your mentor!We had a blast...2020-12-012h 21
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastWe are just tobogganing with Christine Feleki | The first woman to pass her ACMG exam on a splitboardEpisode 34Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents the first female to examine on a splitboard to a guide Christine Feleki. Growing up in Canmore, AB, Christine learned to be faster by riding with both skiers and boarders, eventually discovering the backcountry She’s the first female splitboard guide to pass the ACMG exam, putting down fresh tracks for other women who are brave enough to follow Her growing list of sponsors includes Pallas, Arc’teryx, and Phantom - all stemming from her chance meeting with Steph Nitsch through She Jumps Working as a guid...2020-11-241h 56
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastTASTING Snow with Don Schwartz | Former Snowboarding Pro, Powder Mountain Guide and all around bad ASS.Episode 33Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Powder Mountain Guide Don Schwartz. Don fell in love with snowboarding in the early days, bought his first one from Ken Achenbach’s home shop in Calgary, AB He got involved in the competitive circuit and lived the life as a pro in the famed snowboard house of Whistler, BC Took a job as a guide while working for Transworld Magazine, which evolved into a 30 year career, eventually co-owning Powder Mountain ResortWe were blown away by Don! His stories of the early days of sn...2020-11-171h 59
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastWhy he is the fastest with Neil Provo | the snowboarding half of the infamous Provo Brothers out of Salt Lake City UtahEpisode 32Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Neil Provo. Outdoor enthusiast and photographer whose sponsor resume includes Voile, Technine, Rossignol, Grass Roots (Powsurfer) and Cardiff Snowcraft. Breaks down his gear and shares what his field tested preferences. When you tour with your brother, you need to be fast - if not to keep up at least to keep the sibling rivalry alive.Him and his brother have logged many, many days in the backcountry. Since his brother was skiing and he was splitboarding, it pushed him to find ways to speed up...2020-11-102h 04
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastSpark your stoke with Will Ritter | founder of Spark R&DEpisode 31Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Will Ritter, founder of Spark R&D. Fell in love with the rockies while on spring break, and shortly after discovered the backcountry (the hard way). Started Spark R&D in 2006 when his curious engineering mind wanted to build a better splitboard binding than what was available on the market. Got a less than perfect sense of direction? Will has pro tips for navigating your next dark start. Impressive gear and nutrition knowledge too.There’s no question, powder runs through Will’s veins. Few peop...2020-11-032h 19
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastDon’t be stupid with JP Martin | currently out of Nelson BCEpisode 30Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Baldface Ops Manager and ex-pro boarder JP Martin. Pro riding has its perks! Shredding days away and partying all night results in epic stories for your listening pleasure Planning a tour in Japan? JP lived there for 7 years and has great tips on when to go and the state of the snow Managing ops at Baldface during the building of the Supernatural and Ultra Natural events wasn’t without sweat and its own challengesJP fell in love with the land of the rising sun wh...2020-10-272h 20
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastConstantly Thinking Critically with Ryan Irvin | Splitboarder, Gardener and PhotographerEpisode 29Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents splitboarder and photographer Ryan Irvin. Discovered he preferred still life to the monotony of video editing, picked up a DSLR instead and now shoots epic pics Rides for Venture Snowboards, because they are solidly handcrafted by shredders for shredders in the USA Tried and tested gear rundown, and deep knowledge of snow that only comes from years of experience in the backcountryComing from the Pacific Northwest, Ryan has a soft spot in his heart for alpine starts and long corn runs. He studied video...2020-10-201h 48
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastWhy Bamboo!!! with Abe Greenspan | of Tahoe Lab SnowboardsEpisode 28Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Abe Greenspan, co-founder of TahoeLab Snowboards. Built his skills competing all over the world with the US national snowboard team, built his education after surviving an avalanche Amazing passion for building better boards, by riders, for riders If you ever tour with your dog, you’ll want to hear these great tips Pro tips on tuning and waxing to get the best day everWhen you love to do something, your passion becomes apparent. Starting from nothing, TahoeLab Snowboards has built literally everything from th...2020-10-132h 11
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastCome catskiing - we have bacon! with Jeff Pensiero | owner operator of BaldFace Lodge and all around RAD DUDE out of Nelson BCEpisode 27Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Jeff Pensiero, owner and co-founder of Baldface Lodge. When he discovered the Ski Area & Resort Management program, all he knew is that he liked the idea of taking people out and giving them access Learn about how the powder playground that we know as Baldface Lodge came to be, with some help from awesome humans The resort would eventually become the prime location for the Natural Selection Event, marrying together the best riders and snowboard film Runs an annual Risk Maturity program with Pat Moore to...2020-10-071h 13
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastAvalanche Hunting with Craig Gordon | of the Utah Avalanche Center...Episode 26Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Craig Gordon of the Utah Avalanche Center. Over 20 years experience forecasting avalanches for the Utah Avalanche Center Founded the Know Before You Go program to educate people after a tragic accident in 2003 took the live of 3 young men His philosophy is simple, respect the mountains and practice avalanche avoidance so you make it home to your familyCraig enrolled in the college of snow 37 years ago and never looked back. He is often referred to as the know-before-you-go guy, and sometimes the original manbun guy...2020-10-011h 22
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastTeaching Next Gen with Justin Lamoureux | 2x Olympian, ACMG guide and owner of Spline Snowboards out of Squamish BCEpisode 25Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents pro rider, AMCG guide and owner of Spline Snowboards Justin Lamoureux: His early days as a pro boarder led him to become a World Champion, compete in the 2006 and 2010 olympics, and 3x canadian national halfpipe champion His experience working at K2 and background as a mechanical engineer inspired the founding of Spline Snowboards, creating unreal boards As a certified Accredited Canadian Mountain Guide, he shares awesome tips on gear, safety, terrain and what to pack on your next tourJustin knew he loved snow at...2020-09-292h 49
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastThe Snoda with John Buffery | snow safety Wrangler, ACMG guide and much more out of Nelson BC.Episode 24Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents avalanche expert and mountain guide John Buffery. Guide, educator, film consultant, speaker, writer, avalanche expert, mountain guru Pioneer splitboarder, advocated the adoption of snowboarding into guiding for the growing number of snowboards in backcountry Spent years as a personal guide for the godfather of freeriding, Craig Kelly His avalanche experience and education catapulted his career in film consulting, the founding of Baldface Lodge and keeping roads safe in BC.His roots run as deep as his chakras. We loved talking to Buff about his...2020-09-241h 30
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastYES. we have splitboards with DCP | summers surfing in Costa Rica, winters riding in Squamish, British Columbia - could life get any better!Episode 23Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents the legend himself, DCP. Father, husband, pro snowboarder, skater, surfer, adventurer Star of many classic powder flicks that we got frothy watching Co-owner of Yes Snowboards, now sporting a wicked split Discovered CBD when his wife Megan was battling breast cancer, also found it to be useful for aging athletes, so he started a companySummers surfing in Costa Rica, winters riding in Squamish, British Columbia - could life get any better? We dropped in with DCP and listened to his amazing stories of...2020-09-221h 33
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastAlpine punk riding with Mats Drougge | of Stranda Snowboards out of Engelberg, Switzerland!Episode 22Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Mats Drougge, owner of Stranda Snowboards. Riding sideways since the 70’s, calls Sweden home Crafts premium freeride snowboards for powder and groomers, available in Europe and North America Walks us through the materials and techniques to build these powder beasts When riding in the alps, you can encounter ice, powder and chop all in the same run - he makes boards that can power through all 3 without losing edgeMats is the MAN! When he couldn't find any boards around that were built for bi...2020-09-172h 01
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastSeb Grondin - Without A Paddle - A crazy Quebecer who relocated to Revelstoke BCEpisode 21Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents adventurer and ACMG guide in training Seb Grondin. Quebec born now calls Revelstoke home, with annual poutine pilgrimage Most recent adventure? Paddled 140 km down the Columbia river from Mica to Revelstoke winter camping and splitting along the way Accepted into AMCG program and completing courses while guiding for K3 Cat Ski and working summers rock scaling mountainsMan, we love Quebecers - they’re the good kind of nuts. It takes a special kind of person to paddle down a river in the middle of Ja...2020-09-151h 06
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastAnkle Deep in Hard Boots with John Keffler & Alex Gelb | of Phantom Snow IndustriesEpisode 20Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents John & Alex of Phantom Snow Industries. John’s an engineer, Alex is a finance guy - and it works beautifully He developed and refined a boot/binding system that he loves, and proudly shares with others in the splitboard community through Phantom Go deep into what makes their system unique, giving you amazing tours and pure powder pleasure Follow Phantom and find out where they are doing their next demo dayWhen you are thinking about what gear to get next, you want to ge...2020-09-102h 17
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastTo the CORE with Steph Nistch | Owner of Pallas Snowboards out of SLC UtahEpisode 19Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Steph Nistch of Pallas Snowboards. Copywriter, creative, editor, photographer to pay the bills Co-founder of Pallas Snowboards, crafted with love for smaller riders Took lessons from learning how to splitboard and the challenges she faced to build a better board Takes us deep into board construction, cool new emerging tech, and the inspiration for the wicked designs Pallas summer sale is on now! Join their mailing list for exclusive dealsSteph is passionate about supporting women in sports. Her vision shifted from mountain...2020-09-081h 36
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastStuck in winter with Seth Wescott | Partner/shaper at Winterstick Snowboards and 2x Olympic Gold medalistEpisode 18Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents 2x gold medalist Seth Wescott. Husband, father, snowboarder, permaculture farmer Entered in the golden age of snowboarding, riding and challenging his heroes in New England and after gain athletic accomplishments worldwide White knight owner of Winterstick snowboards, keeping founder Dimitrije’s legacy of quality and innovation alive Learn Seth’s body positioning pro tip that brought him goldSeth is living life how it should be. After fighting his way to the pinnacle of snowboarding glory, he turned his focus to creating amazing snowboards. Golf...2020-09-032h 29
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastThe Wasatch Wolf with Maxwell Morrill | of Cardiff Snowcraft out of UtahEpisode 17Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Splitboard Explorer Maxwell Morrill of Cardiff Snowcraft. 26 years of splitboarding - Pioneering the growth experiments & industry USSA racing team, passed on 1998 Olympics Director of Events, Outreach and Education at Cardiff Snowcraft Get the goods on the different boards from Cardiff, and which bindings are the bestMax learned at an early age that he would rather carve epic lines then grab huge air. This propelled him into racing for the USSA team, where he discovered his love for the backcountry. As one of the...2020-09-012h 04
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastEmbrace the Suffer with Cam Fields | Founder of Front Country Foundation out of Jackson Hole WYEpisode 16Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Cam Fields of Frontcountry Foundation. Former Marine who found a way out of his darkness and brings light to other vets Founded Frontcountry Foundation and gives back to those who gave for their country Spends over 200 days a year in the backcountry, find out which gear passes his endurance test Also works quality control for Give’r gear.When people do good for humanity, we gotta give ‘em props. Cam shares how his struggle with PTSD turned into the creation of the Frontcountry Foundation that...2020-08-271h 30
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastBorn into Guiding with Marty Schaffer | 2nd generation guide & Owner Operator of CAPOW GuidesEpisode 15Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Captain CAPOW Marty Shaffer. Owner of CAPOW guiding based out of Revelstoke, British Columbia Passionate about guiding and taking his tours to find the best snow Offers some wicked courses to take your decision making and terrain knowledge to the next level Planning some really cool tours for this winter, get a sneak peek before they launch in September 2020Marty loves guiding and taking people to get the best snow possible. I guess that’s what happens when you’re born into the Blanket Glacier Chal...2020-08-251h 24
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastJoey Vosburgh - Hard Boot'n - ACMG guide out of Revelstoke BCEpisode 14Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents ACMG guide Joey Vosburgh.For the full show notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/joey-vosburghSpecial thanks to: Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors: www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketing www.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo www.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us: www.darkstarts.ca @ Darkstarts.podcast https://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/ @ Darkstarts.media https://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.media/2020-08-231h 35
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastJeremy Jensen - Surf the pow! - Owner of Grassroots Powsurfing (all handcrafted original Powsurfers)Episode 13Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents powder pioneer Jeremy Jensen, creator of Grassroots Powsurfers.For the full show notes visit: https://www.darkstarts.ca/jeremy-jensen Show links:Grassroots PowersurfersPowsurf IGPowsurf FBGrassroots YouTubeJeremy JensenSpecial thanks to: Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors: www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketing www.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo www.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us: w...2020-08-181h 13
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastMichael Wigley - Broken Bones & Bike Riding - The Splitboarding GypsyEpisode 12Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents splitboard gypsy, avalanche instructor, and guide in training Michael Wigley.- If you want to become a ski mountaineer, this is what you gotta do- Broken bones are just a minor setback, determination is the key to success- Right place, right time, Mountain Mike knows how to trust his gut to find theperfect pow and stay safe- Plant based living, cooking and fantastic gear roundupMichael Wigley is on track to becoming a splitboard...2020-08-132h 10
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastKen Talks! Meet Ken Achenbach | The man who brought snowboarding to Canada!Episode 11Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents snowboard legend Ken Achenbach.- Known by many as the father of Canadian snowboarding- Founded the first snowboard shop in the world from his mom’s basement when he was 16- Key influencer at ISM magazine, the first snowboard magazine- Founded the Camp of Champions and inspired kids for over 25 years to become the next generation of artists and entrepreneurs- Co-owner of Powder Mountain Cat Skiing- His amazing life experience in business, friendship and sn...2020-08-111h 11
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastFighting to be a Guide with Matt Haines | CAPOW Tail Guide and Fire Fighter!Episode 10Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents CAPOW tail guide & Firefighter Matt Haines.- When he was 10, his dad gave him a Beach Boys album that sparked a love forskateboarding and snowboarding- He picked up a trade as a carpenter, then a full time job as a firefighter, allleading up to finally becoming a chalet caretaker and tail guide for CAPOW- His years of experience offers many great tips on gear, training and packing- He was blindsided by an avalanche...2020-08-061h 35
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastShoot'n & Split'n with Mark Tremblay | Pro Snowboarder out of Whistler, BCEpisode 9Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents pro boarder Mark Tremblay.- Started snowboarding after watching the local boarders build redneck ramps- Competed in local contests to land his first sponsorship- Went pro after winning the 2013 showcase showdown in Whistler BC- First hand witness account of avalanche burial during heli filming sessionMark got in early and got in deep. From his first sponsor to his stories of backcountry riding, safety and hunting, this episode is sure to entertain and inform. Listen a...2020-08-031h 23
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastBindings built by Bulawa | Ross Bulawa of Karakoram talks bindingsEpisode 8Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Ross Bulawa of Karakoram splitboard bindings.- Wears many hats at Karakoram, today he digs deep into their binding lineup- Learn about the different models and sweet accessories- Pack your Bivvy bag, if not for you, at least for your dog- Even though you can do Mt. Adams in a day, things can still go insanely wrongRoss switched paths in life in college to follow his passion. He started like many of us, hounding shop owners...2020-07-301h 34
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastPlanning your next mission with Sean Callan | Jackson Hole Splitboarder and world TravelerEpisode 7Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Sean Callan of Jackson Hole Wyoming.- 3D animation instructor that works to fuel his passion to travel and snowboarding more than 150 days a year- Discovered back/side country riding while living abroad in Switzerland then met his future housemates while Heli Skiing in Alaska- Learn about avalanche training around the world, avi etiquette and timing snow conditions- Great tips on getting gear cheap and networking in the communityIf you’re anything like Sean, you find a...2020-07-281h 13
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastGoing Postal with Erik Traulsen | of The FNRad Snowboard Podcast out of Vancouver, BCEpisode 6
Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Erik Traulsen of FNRad snowboarding podcast.
- Created the FNRad Snowboard podcast in 2015
- Interviewed some of the biggest names in snowboarding
- Avalanche safety philosophy evolved from ‘look for a big tree and take cover in a slide’
- Still drives up the Baker Road Gap thinking roadkill
Erik discovered backcountry when a broken femur ended his run for the pros. His mission to have the best snowboarding podcast on the planet. I guess we’ll settle for second place...2020-07-211h 58
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastStoke is Stoke! With Valerie Black | Artist, Nomad, Splitboarder, Lover of winter and Happy Joy POW!Episode 5Dark Starts backcountry snowboard & splitboard podcast presents Valerie Black.Her spirit is free and untamed, just like the backcountry. Her soul is reflected in her art. Splitboarder and artist Valerie Black shares how she frees the trees when she surfs POW on uncharted mountains.- Artist and lifetime backcountry snowboard junkie- Her dad inspired her love of surfing mountains- Give great tips on where to go, what to pack, how to stay safe and top gear- Frees the trees suffocating from snow, cause...2020-07-211h 18
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard Podcast20 Years of Gear with Dean Whitehead | Owner Operator of The Splitboard ShopEpisode 4Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Dean Whitehead owner of The Splitboard Shop. Dean started splitboarding during the days of “shoot a gun at the mountain side and if it didn't slide then it was safe to ride” After building his own Voile DIY splitboard his engineering education kicked in and he couldn’t stop himself from getting involved building splitboards and working with companies to further advance the gear. Dean talks about products from SP, Voile, Burton and Gnu. He breaks down how the products work and why he chooses to sell them.Dean graduated college in Arizona with a...2020-07-211h 07
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastCarving her Own Path With Abby Cooper - Pro Snowboarder, Photographer & Chief Editor of SBC MagazineEpisode 3
There’s nothing that warms Abby’s heart more than bringing together the splitboard community. In this episode, Abby shares her stories and great tips on gear, training, keeping up-to-date on snowpack and more. Her love of the sport runs deep. Listen and learn how she carved her own path in life and survived an avalanche with her boyfriend, a.k.a. her G3 Axle.
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Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastAvalanche Safety with Guillaume Otis | of Coast Mountains Guides in the Sea to Sky areaEpisode 2Dark Starts backcountry splitboarding podcast presents Guillaume Otis owner and head guide at Coast Mountain Guides. Guillaume and his father founded one of the first guiding companies in Whistler, BC. After a close encounter with an avalanche he became dedicated to learning more about guiding in the backcountry. He breaks down the processes he uses to assess the risks of touring and shares with us what you need to know before you go into the mountains.Guillaume moved out west as a teen searching for bigger mountains with deeper powder. The...2020-07-091h 17
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastWho are Darrin and Chad and why did they create the Dark Starts podcast? Find out here as Scott Martin | founder of Heliskiing Canada and Catskiiing Canada interviews us!Episode 1Darrin and Chad share why they love backcountry snowboarding and splitboarding, how they got started and why they created the Dark Starts podcast. Interview hosted by Scott Martin of Groundswell Marketing Podcast. Scott has been a marketer for 25 years across branding, strategy, advertising, and execution. After working with various high-profile national brands, he shifted his passion to working with businesses that are focused on purpose and making more impact on the planet. Scott also created Heliskiing Canada and Catskiing Canada to help market those industries and to experiment with producing content through blogging, social media and...2020-07-0742 min
Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard PodcastThe Trailer | Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboarding PodcastThe Trailer!Special thanks to:Visit our website for great deals from our sponsors:www.darkstarts.ca/partnersGroundswell Marketingwww.instagram.com/groundswell_fm/Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logowww.instagram.com/valerieblack.art/Follow us:www.darkstarts.ca@ Darkstarts.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.podcast/@ Darkstarts.mediahttps://www.instagram.com/darkstarts.media/2020-04-2801 min