Ryan Thompson, you might know him as RLTPhotos on Instagram - He’s the guy behind one of the fastest-growing goggle brands in the snowmobile world: Tempest Optics.

In this episode, we unpack the story of how Tempest came to life.

And we dig into:

• what triggered the launch of their innovative heated goggle
• how their goggles actually work
• why they are so extremely unique
• the real tech inside the goggle
• proper UV protection 
• and how to pick the right goggle lens color for your type of riding

Ryan also breaks down the wild truth behind goggle pricing, how most people are overpaying, and what makes their structure so different.

So if you’ve ever fogged up mid-ride, fought with a lens change, or just want a raw look behind a startup shaking up the snowmobile world come join the conversation today with Tempest Optics.

Let’s dive into the show.

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You’ve seen the gold snowmobile shocks, but most riders don’t know the story behind them.

In this episode, we sit down with Micke Nordström, the guy leading Öhlins into the snowmobile world, alongside backcountry legend Brett Turcotte.

We get into how Öhlins built its name in motorsports, what makes their suspension tech different, and why they’re betting big on snowmobiles.

And if you’ve ever wondered what the Scandinavian Polaris Riders Club event is all about… Brett calls it one of the coolest things he’s ever experienced and gives us a taste of what it’s like.

Fair warning: you might be booking a plane ticket after this one. :-)


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On this episode of the Sledder Cast, we sit down with Matt Hamm and Tori Dibb from FXR Racing to talk shop on everything behind the gear.

We dig into the early days of FXR, stories you probably haven’t heard about founder Milt Reimer, what goes into making gear that holds up in the backcountry, and how FXR continues to stay ahead in one of the most competitive industries in powersports.

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Welcome back to another Sledder Cast podcast!

Kevin Forsythe. The brains behind the YETI snowbike. 

He’s got quite the story to tell from building YETI from scratch, selling it just a couple years later… to then watching it suddenly shut down…and shockingly buying it back.

Why, how, and what’s next - these are some of the many questions we had for Kevin.

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Todays guests have built a 5 million plus subscriber youtube channel.

They’ve sent it off rooftops, broken bones, launched brands, and built an empire from small-town Minnesota.

But behind the chaos are some pretty cool stories not told on any other podcast - until now.

In this episode of Sledder Cast, we sit down with Ryan and Micah from the Cboys and get deep into the behind-the-scenes goodies that none of us ever get to see.

Stuff like:

- How a bunch of high school and college kids started one of the largest powersport channels on YouTube

- How it almost came crashing down

- How they operate the business behind the brand

- The dumbest and greatest ideas they’ve had 

- What’s next for the Cboys which includes some crazy rumors for the snowmobile industry…

And so much more…

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Welcome back to another Sledder Cast podcast!

And.. This episode’s a big one.

We sit down with Jack Sarama,  the voice, the face, and the drive behind Boondock Nation.

Jack finally opens up about What really happened to Boondock Nation.

• Why they weren’t as consistent last season
• What went wrong behind the scenes?
• What worked for so many years…
• And what ultimately led to the end…

This is the tell-all episode we have all been waiting for.

Jack doesn’t hold back, and for the first time, we get the full story.

Plus, we get a look at what’s next for Jack, and it’s pretty rad.

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Welcome back to another Sledder Cast podcast!

We sit down with Nels Eide, the man steering the marketing ship for Polaris Snowmobiles, and pull the curtain back to get a little peek at what’s going on at Polaris HQ.

In this episode, we go over:

• The most controversial decision Polaris has had to make over the past few years

• Can the snowmobile even get any better

• What’s it like having to issue a stop ride

• How does Polaris really view their competitors

• How does Polaris decide who to sponsor

• Crazy expectations for a snowmobile manufacturer

• And we even address the Kyle Saxton story from last season…

• Plus a lot more…

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Welcome back to another season of the Sledder Cast podcast!

Today’s guest built one of the most iconic brands in snowmobile outerwear - TOBE.

He didn’t just help start the monosuit movement… he made it a culture. A movement. A lifestyle.

But in 2025, it all came crashing down. Tomas Berntsson was forced out of his own company. 

In this episode, Tomas peels back the curtain on everything.

How TOBE started, what went right, what went wrong, and how it all unraveled.

And maybe most exciting of all…

He reveals what’s coming next, and why he’s hungrier than ever.

This one’s a little raw. It’s honest. It’s a story the snowmobile industry needs to hear.

So, let’s dive in.

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In this episode of the Sledder Cast podcast, Trevor Erikson and Chet Jordan owner of backwoods bmp, sit down with Rory Edwards, General Manager of OnX Offroad, to dive into the untold story behind the app that’s changing the game for snowmobilers, and overall backcountry navigation.

From the early days of coding in a small Montana office...

To building one of the most powerful off-road navigation tools on the planet...

Rory takes us inside the tech, the mission, and the future of backcountry exploration—including features you’re probably not even using yet, but absolutely should be.

We’re talking slope angle tools, avalanche forecasts, offline maps, and what’s coming next in the world of smart goggles, AI mapping, and real-time tracking.

Here are a few specific topics we hit on:

• The OnX Offroad Origin Story

• The most important features for snowmobilers

• The future of tech in powersports

• How onx crowdsources trail mapping

• How to plan a snowmobile trip using onX Offroad

• Plus a lot more….

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Consider watching the video version on YouTube where we include a video montage tribute to Rob.

Five years after the tragic avalanche that took Rob Kincaid’s life, we sit down with those who knew him best, Riley Kincaid, Dave McClure, and Ben White, to share raw, untold stories, unforgettable memories, and the legacy he left behind. From wild adventures to emotional moments, this is a tribute to a true icon of the backcountry - Rocky Mountain Rob.

We could not have pulled this episode off without the help of Stephen Clark who was kind enough to let us film the podcast in his amazing shop at Teton Basecamp.

Stephen also provided all of the photos and videos that were used in the video tribute montage at the beginning of this episode.

The super talented Tristin Ironi (Ironi Media) donated his time, talents, and equipment to help us film multiple angles with this episode. 

Grateful to Dave, Riley, and Ben for honoring Rob Kincaid’s legacy with such meaningful stories and insight - Thank You.

Here are a few specific topics we hit on:

• What Rob said the day before he passed away and how it brought comfort to friends and family

• How Rob’s legacy sparked a massive shift in avalanche safety across the entire sled community

• What Rob was really like as a father, friend, and snowmobiler

• Snowmobiling in Japan, running traplines, wrecked sleds, and the epic memories that defined a legend

• Behind-the-scenes stories you’ve never heard — from photo shoots to hilarious PR nightmares

• Plus a lot more….

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