Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard Podcast

By Maxwell Morrill & Darrin MilneSports

Dark Starts Backcountry Splitboard Podcast episodes

October 27, 2020Don’t be stupid with JP Martin | currently out of Nelson BC
Episode 30
Dark 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 challenges
JP fell in love with the land of the rising sun while riding on the pro tour and bouncing between Japan and Alaska chasing snow. If you’ve ever wanted to shred in Japan, this episode is a must listen before you go! Now he runs operations and programs at Baldface, shaping the powder playground for all of us to enjoy.
Show links:
www.parkdiggers.com
@jpmartin_fun
@gentemstick
@avalon7
@_tlg8_
@bluebirdwax
@karakorambc
@patagonia_snow
@burtonsnowboards
@burton
@smithoptics
Baldface Lodge
Special thanks to:
Tahoe Lab Boards
Use promo code DS15 to get 15% off all boards
Groundswell Marketing
Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo
Follow us on Instagram:
@ Darkstarts.podcast
@ Darkstarts.media
2 hr 21 min
October 20, 2020Constantly Thinking Critically with Ryan Irvin | Splitboarder, Gardener and Photographer
Episode 29
Dark 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 backcountry
Coming from the Pacific Northwest, Ryan has a soft spot in his heart for alpine starts and long corn runs. He studied video production and outdoor education at Mount Hood Community College, where he got sucked into the obsession of splitboarding and mountaineering. He's currently living the seasonal lifestyle with time split between Oregon, Salt Lake City, Alaska, and Southwest Colorado. His passion will be your listening pleasure!
Show links:
Ryan Irvin Photography
Instagram
Venture Snowboards
Special thanks to:
Tahoe Lab Boards
Use promo code DS15 to get 15% off all boards
Groundswell Marketing
Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo
Follow us on Instagram:
@ Darkstarts.podcast
@ Darkstarts.media
1 hr 48 min
October 13, 2020Why Bamboo!!! with Abe Greenspan | of Tahoe Lab Snowboards
Episode 28
Dark 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 ever
When you love to do something, your passion becomes apparent. Starting from nothing, TahoeLab Snowboards has built literally everything from the ground up themselves. Abe and Lee pour their heart and soul into it each day so that you can get the payday after all that suffer. Introducing the Connoisseur of Suffer, Abe Greenspan.
Show links:
Instagram
TahoeLabs
Special thanks to:
Tahoe Lab Boards
Use promo code DS15 to get 15% off all boards
Groundswell Marketing
Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo
Follow us on Instagram:
@ Darkstarts.podcast
@ Darkstarts.media
2 hr 12 min
October 07, 2020Come catskiing - we have bacon! with Jeff Pensiero | owner operator of BaldFace Lodge and all around RAD DUDE out of Nelson BC
Episode 27
Dark 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 continue sharing important information and safety practices in the backcountry
Jeff is one of those solid humans we love to talk to. He rode the river of life and the flow took him to rekindle love in Nelson, B.C., make it his home, and create an amazing catskiing playground for the world to enjoy. It wasn’t easy or without risk, but soooo worth the 700 bucks and case of beer. Cheers to you, the next one’s on us.
Show links:
Baldface Lodge
Email
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/volcomsnow/
https://www.instagram.com/volcom/
https://www.instagram.com/volcomwomens/
https://www.instagram.com/skullcandy/
https://www.instagram.com/yeti/
https://www.instagram.com/traegergrills/
https://www.instagram.com/traegeroutdoors/
https://www.instagram.com/vanssnow/
https://www.instagram.com/vanscanada/
https://www.instagram.com/vans/
https://www.instagram.com/aetherapparel/
https://www.instagram.com/dangelicony/
https://www.instagram.com/unionbindingco/
https://www.instagram.com/libtechnologies/
Special thanks to:
Tahoe Lab Boards
Use promo code DS15 to get 15% off all boards
Groundswell Marketing
Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo
Follow us on Instagram:
@ Darkstarts.podcast
@ Darkstarts.media
1 hr 14 min
October 01, 2020Avalanche Hunting with Craig Gordon | of the Utah Avalanche Center...
Episode 26
Dark 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 family
Craig 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, since creating the program to raise public awareness about avalanche risks. His experience is invaluable and his tips could one day save your life. You don’t want to miss this episode!
Show links:
Utah Avalanche Center
Know Before You Go
Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/skyline_avalanche/
https://www.instagram.com/uintabrewing/
https://www.instagram.com/utavy_uintas/
https://www.instagram.com/utavy_ogden/
https://www.instagram.com/outdoorresearch/
https://www.instagram.com/skiutah/
Special thanks to:
Tahoe Lab Boards
Use promo code DS15 to get 15% off all boards
Groundswell Marketing
Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo
Follow us on Instagram:
@ Darkstarts.podcast
@ Darkstarts.media
1 hr 23 min
September 29, 2020Teaching Next Gen with Justin Lamoureux | 2x Olympian, ACMG guide and owner of Spline Snowboards out of Squamish BC
Episode 25
Dark 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 tour
Justin knew he loved snow at an early age. And he loved it hard. He even reworked his college schedule and put every penny he had into chasing it. It brought him fame, glory, and a great career. His engineering background led his curious mind to start building his own boards, and his ability to push the edge created the most unique boards we’ve ever seen. He’s also inspiring his young son to follow in his skin tracks. We’re inspired too!
Show links:
Spline Snowboards
Spline Instagram
Justin Instagram
Time Bomb Trading
Rudeboys Shop
Clif Bar
Thirty Two Boots
Spark R and D
Arc'teryx
Justin Lamoureux.com
Special thanks to:
Tahoe Lab Boards
Use promo code DS15 to get 15% off all boards
Groundswell Marketing
Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo
Follow us on Instagram:
@ Darkstarts.podcast
@ Darkstarts.media
2 hr 50 min
September 24, 2020The Snoda with John Buffery | snow safety Wrangler, ACMG guide and much more out of Nelson BC.
Episode 24
Dark 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 amazing stories and over three decades of experience in backcountry and avalanche safety. An avalanche in a helicopter, playing chess with Craig Kelly, the origins of Baldface Lodge - this episode has got it all! We still don’t know if he really invented the first splitboard. Listen in and let us know what you think.
Show links:
Safety Wrangler Website
John Buffery Instagram
IMDB Credits
@depthperceptionfilm
@baldfacelodge
Special thanks to:
Tahoe Lab Boards
Use promo code DS15 to get 15% off all boards
Groundswell Marketing
Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo
Follow us on Instagram:
@ Darkstarts.podcast
@ Darkstarts.media
1 hr 31 min
September 22, 2020YES. we have splitboards with DCP | summers surfing in Costa Rica, winters riding in Squamish, British Columbia - could life get any better!
Episode 23
Dark 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 company
Summers 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 getting started in snowboarding, going pro, getting dropped, getting buried and starting his own ventures with the connections he made along the way. The man is a legend!
Show links:
Yes Snowboards
NOW Bindings
Rip Curl
Globe
Zeal Optics
Empire
Deeluxe Boots
YES on Life
CBDayz
DCP Instagram
Special thanks to:
Tahoe Lab Boards
Use promo code DS15 to get 15% off all boards
Groundswell Marketing
Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo
Follow us on Instagram:
@ Darkstarts.podcast
@ Darkstarts.media
1 hr 34 min
September 17, 2020Alpine punk riding with Mats Drougge | of Stranda Snowboards out of Engelberg, Switzerland!
Episode 22
Dark 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 edge
Mats is the MAN! When he couldn't find any boards around that were built for big carves and speed, he just made his own. His labour of love turned into Stranda Snowboards and he now makes amazing surf style boards that are both sustainable and built to last. We were not at all disappointed! We hope you will enjoy this episode as much as we did.
Show links:
Stranda Snowboards
Instagram
Facebook
YouTube
Special thanks to:
Tahoe Lab Boards
Use promo code DS15 to get 15% off all boards
Groundswell Marketing
Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo
Follow us on Instagram:
@ Darkstarts.podcast
@ Darkstarts.media
2 hr 2 min
September 15, 2020Seb Grondin - Without A Paddle - A crazy Quebecer who relocated to Revelstoke BC
Episode 21
Dark 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 mountains
Man, 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 January in search of fluffy pillows and undiscovered lines. That’s a film we’re all gonna want to see! Find out what made Seb fall in love with Revelstoke 13 years ago and check out his many adventures since then. Grab yourself a Labatt's 50, get comfy, and enjoy this awesome episode!
Show links:
Seb Grondin
Nitro Squash Split
Board Butter Wax
Without a Paddle Film
Revelstoke Society Hotel
Village Idiot Grub
Wast3d Youth
Society Snow & Split
K3 Cat Ski
GoPro Grill Mount
@almondmfg
Special thanks to:
Tahoe Lab Boards
Use promo code DS15 to get 15% off all boards
Groundswell Marketing
Valerie Black The Artist Behind The Logo
Follow us on Instagram:
@ Darkstarts.podcast
@ Darkstarts.media
1 hr 7 min

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