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Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode, it’s just TJ and Lucas. We catch up on the last couple of weeks and talk about everything that’s been going on as we get ready for the fast-approaching winter.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode, we have Gene Bouthiette on the podcast. Gene is part of the DS Racing team and is originally from the western Connecticut area, now located in Massachusetts. Gene’s original passion was hockey, but he has since gone full force into snowmobile racing. Gene has been racing for the last two seasons in both ADXC and NSCC, and this year he’s making the jump to Semi-Pro. We talk about his journey into snowmobile racing, his time with DS Racing, and everything that’s to come as he takes the next step in his racing career. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode, we do our yearly recap of the unofficial start of winter, Hay Days. Another great year is in the books, with a lot of new innovations coming to the snowmobile industry. With Arctic Cat and Ski-Doo coming out with new motors for cross-country racing, we are extremely excited to see what happens this coming season. We talk about some of the biggest things we saw at Hay Days and what we’re looking forward to as we head into another race season. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode, we have Travis Barron on the podcast. Travis is a New York native who grew up in snow country and developed a passion for machines and the great outdoors. After spending years in places that didn’t have much snow because of work, Travis eventually found himself stationed in the mecca of snowmobiling. Not long after, he found a real community within the snowmobile world. Travis started racing later in life, but once he got into it, he became fully invested in every aspect of racing. We talk about his journey, how he found his place in the snowmobile community, and what keeps him coming back for more. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail  On this week’s episode, we have Doug Runne on the podcast. We talk about Doug’s journey and how he got to where he is today. We also dive into all the different aspects of what Doug does at Buffalo Mountain Sports. Buffalo Mountain Sports is a proud Arctic Cat dealer based out of Hardwick, Vermont. It was great getting to hear Doug’s story and learn more about everything that goes on behind the scenes at the dealership and in the snowmobile industry.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode, we sit down with Randy Wiler from Western New York as he heads into his second full season of cross country racing. After learning a lot during his first season on the ADXC circuit, Randy joins us to talk about how he got into the sport and how his passion for racing continues to grow. We’re excited to see where the future takes him in cross country racing!  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode, it’s just Lucas and TJ for the first time in a long time! 🎙️ We’re talking about one of the most important parts of growing snowmobiling today: creating content and getting the sport in front of more people. TJ has put together a FREE guide on how to get started creating content in the snowmobile industry. We go step by step through the process and talk about how you can start creating content of your own. Whether you’re a racer, rider, brand, or just someone who wants to get more involved in the sport, this guide is a great place to start! Check out the free guide here:  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F6K-BKtsOTLfFpzdgH5vg6R1p5Ers41vWsEx1pjj_18/edit?usp=sharing  Join the Action Sports Club https://theactionsportsclub.com/club-request?am_id=ttle214 Support the show

Send us Fan Mail  On this week’s episode, we have Mike Young back on the podcast for the third time! Mike may not be originally from Vermont, but he now proudly represents the Green Mountain State and Arctic Cat. We catch up with Mike to hear what he’s been up to this summer, talk about his racing program, and look ahead to the upcoming season.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode, we sit down with Chris Carroll to learn how he became deeply involved in the North Star Cross Country racing circuit. Chris shares his lifelong passion for snowmobiling, his connection to the community, and the journey that led him to take on a larger role within the sport.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode, we welcome back the 872, Dylan Thompson. As one of our earliest guests, Dylan returns to reflect on the 2026 season. We break down the highs and lows, the lessons learned, and the moments that defined the year.  It's a great conversation with one of the sport's longtime competitor.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode, we welcome Pro racer Eric Gliech to the podcast. After completing his first season on a Polaris, Eric joins us to break down the highs and lows of the year, what he's learned throughout his professional racing career, and the adjustments that come with switching manufacturers. It's an episode you won't want to miss.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode, we sit down with Owen Taylor. Owen has progressed through the ranks and recently completed his rookie season in the Semi-Pro class. He has been working hard both on and off the track. We catch up with Owen to talk about his past season, what he learned along the way, and what he's doing to prepare for the year ahead.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Jumping into a blast from the past! We dive into one of our favorite conversations as we discussed the future of snowmobile races. From hypothetical ideas to dreaming up the ultimate cross country race, we share our thoughts on how the sport can continue to evolve.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode, we catch up with Nick Harrington to explore his passion for motorsports. Nick began his racing career by taking on one of the toughest endurance races in all of motorsports, the Iron Dog. We also dive into his love for jet skis during the off-season. Lastly we talk about how he and his daughter, Kenzie, have fully embraced the North Star Cross Country circuit.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode, we welcome Wyatt Keegan to the podcast. Wyatt began his racing career in motocross before making the transition to cross country snowmobile racing. His time at the Sawdust Pit and on the race circuit, he has experienced the strong community that makes cross country racing so special. After completing his first full season in the Semi-Pro class, Wyatt is excited to see what next year has in store. We discuss his racing background, lessons learned, and how gaining experience each season continues to build confidence on the track.  Support the show