Bas could easily be considered one of the most core riders out there - he hd a pro model on Gnu snowboards almost 30 years ago - and still works at, and rides Mt. Baker multiple days each week. He also started a board company - sold exclusively in the Northwest, featuring local artists to give Baker lots the opportunity to get a high quality constructed board for a reasonable price. Anyway you cut it, Bas not only 'gets it' he has the experience and perspective to influence change - one baby step at a time.

Sangye Namdrol has led two different lives - the first was as a kids who grew up in Connectecut, who developed a reputation for being fearless in any kind of bike or snowboarding situation. Then he picked up Buddhism and you might say the rest is history, starting out at Boulder, Colorado’s Naropa University, after a few semesters, he made his way to Nepal and never looked back. We talk about the journey - in snowboarding and in pursuit of spiritual fulfillment. Sangye has a different perspective on life snowboarding and the grand scheme of things - something we find pretty refreshing here.

Nate ' Dogggg' Nadler is not your typical person we feature on he show - and that's what makes this episode special. You see, Nate Dogggg has gotten the first chair in North America every year, for the past 25 years.

Mason Aguirre was one of the most celebrated halfpipe riders in the world, he had X-Games and Dew Tour Medals, got 4th at the Olympics and even beat Shaun White. Consistent results  along with being an original member of the Frends crew along with Kevin Pearce, Scotty Lago, Kier Dillon, the Mitrani brothers and Danny Davis opened the door to big time deals with sponsors.  Then the double cork changed everything. Soon Mason found himself on the outside looking in. When the contracts dried up, the substance abuse began. This week we go deep with Mason - about his rise - his…

Erik is an amazing rider - originally from Riverside, he cut his teeth on the Big Bear scene. Soon he was spending his summers at Hood and began riding for Airblaster and Arbor.  He has gone on to see the world - and considers Japan his favorite spot. With a pro model binding on Flux and upcoming signature gear from Arbor and Airblaster, Erik has arrived. 

Bjorn Leines is a super pro - from riding for HOT snowboards to the Forum 8, Rome Snowboards and most recently with Cardiff Snowcraft. He has done it all - from the streets to Alaska and all points in between. In this first of two parts, we cover Cardiff, trends in the sport, the Forum 8 and the characters behind it, as well as the challenges of starting his own glove brand Celtek. Bjorn is a true inspiration for those who seek a long term career in the sport.