Digging in... The Blade Dive Podcast, Episode 2, we are joined by an industry lifer, Mr. Ryan Gage .

• An Oregon native, Ryan Gage grew up in “Govy”; Government Camp, OR with enviable access to a resort, right outside his front door. Taking advantage of the mountain playground that Gage found himself in, from a very young age (literally, 12 years old) he saw and sought opportunities to build relationships with the resort operations teams, to not only get free go cart track laps, but to learn the ins and outs, why’s and why nots, cutting his teeth on resort equipment operating. This early access and interest in snow, showed no boundaries and at a very young age, Gages passion for ski racing and the skill and thrill that comes with that pursuit continued to engage and challenge him as both a competitor and later as an alpine race coach.

• Learning the ins and out’s of the construction industry from his father, Ryan Gage saw himself pursuing a career with family, within that field, however a man driven by passion, Gage soon found himself more interested in moving to Bend, Oregon where his career path would take a turn or perhaps lean into his true destiny? It’s here that Gage applied his on snow and ‘in the cab’ skills he had obtained in the early years, to a resume, and quickly sought out Grooming and Snow Removal positions, at the local resort. Successfully landing the job, which, if you’re fortunate enough to know Gage, one of the most determined and steadfast beings, there was no other option, Gage had finally figured out a way to combine his love for skiing and working construction, by operating equipment at night.

• Ryan Gage is like a fine Red Wine... left open to breathe and only getting better with age, over time, Gage continued  to combine his passion for ski racing  with his improved skill and expertise of operating Snowcats. Throw in his Snow Science knowledge and the man becomes an asset and an influencer within the industry! Traveling the region and the country as an athlete, coach and operator, Gages career continued to chug along like a trusty LMC 3700 , stacking street cred and skill, climbing the ranks to where he is today.

Ryan Gage is an incredible human being, both professionally and personally. A low tolerance for bullshit, calls it as he sees it and fiercely loyal, if you are fortunate enough to make his acquaintance or call him a friend or colleague, you would know just how much Gage treasures his relationships that he has inside and outside of the industry and as a leader in the industry says “he would never ask someone to do something he wouldn’t do himself” attitude and approach. In this heart felt- skill heavy- industry rooted episode, we are graced with Gages unique and engaging storytelling as we learn what it takes to be literally, one of the best in the business.

Enjoy...  and if you're in the machine, go ahead and TURN THE VOLUME UP!

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