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The SnoWest Show
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#128 - Arctic Cat's Andy Beavis on the Alpha One rail design history. With Kyle Huestis.
How the Alpha One monorail rear suspension was created, tested and brought to production. One amazing story with the Arctic Cat engineer behind its development--Andy Beavis. Arctic Cat backcountry athlete Kyle Huestis joins the show along with host Ryan Harris. The SnoWest Show powered by Trails...
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#127 - Carl Kuster, Nadine Overwater, Steve Martin. Ski-Doo ambassadors talk industry, riding and sleds.
Three legends of the sport join host Ryan Harris to talk about the industry. Carl Kuster, Nadine Overwater and Steve Martin. We talk new sleds, riding tips, industry news, the riding season and more. The SnoWest Show powered by Trails West RPM.
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#126 - Can GlueTread actually save your track?
Andy Auble from GlueTread joins Ryan on the show to talk about the GlueTread track repair kit. We've used it to fix torn track lugs and we get into the details of how it works and how to use it. Use code SNOWEST at gluetread.com for 20% off during the month of October. The SnoWest Show powered by...
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#125 - Brett Turcotte, Levi LaVallee and Stephen Clark - Non Compliance. Capturing Polaris' short film.
Polaris dropped its new short film edit "Non Compliance" at Hay Days. We sat down afterwards with stars Brett Turcotte and Levi LaVallee and film crew chief Stephen Clark to hear all the stories behind the scenes. The SnoWest Show powered by Trails West RPM.
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#124 - Hay Days 2026 preview - Ibexx Cat 858 TURBO updates and new mods
We talk Hay Days 2026 and get into some deep tech talk with Alex Klassen and Micheal Klassen from Ibexx about the new Polaris Matrix vent kits, updates to their M 858 Turbo system and other cool stuff in the works. If you like technical details about tuning and clutching, this is for you. Co-host...
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#123 - The untold story of SNOWEST and the start of mountain sledding - with founder Darryl Harris
SnoWest founder Darryl Harris joins the show as a guest to talk about how SnoWest was created 53 years ago and how it shaped the deep snow snowmobile segment. Hosted by Ryan Harris. The SnoWest Show powered by Trails West RPM
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#122 - 2027 Snow Shoot recap
The SnoWest test staff recaps Snow Shoot MY27 and all the mountain sleds we rode and tested. Stay tuned for more in-depth coverage on 2027 models. Hosted by Ryan Harris. Guests Rhett Clark, Broc Genta, Bruce Kerbs and Justin Stevens. The SnoWest Show powered by Trails West RPM
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#121 - 2027 Polaris RMK deep dive with the engineering team
We go deep into the '27 RMK Factory Editions, plus get into what goes on behind the scenes with Polaris' RMK engineering team. Nels Eide, Jesse Laugen, Jeff Johnson and Josh Mickelson join the show with host Ryan Harris. The SnoWest Show powered by Trails West RPM
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#120 - 2027 Ski-Doos! Full review on '27 Freeride, Expert and more. Ski-Doo engineers in studio.
Everything Ski-Doo 2027! Fred Desjardins – Ski-Doo Engineering Director and Mathieu Hamel – Ski-Doo Project Manager Deep Snow, join us in-studio along with ambassadors Tony Jenkins and Steve Martin. This is the biggest source of info you can find on the 2027 mountain lineup. SnoWest test rider...
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#119 - Peak to Peak ride event this Feb 21 - Top Of Utah Snowmobile Association
Top of Utah Snowmobile Association president Michael Bouck and board member Dean Harris join the show to talk about the upcoming Peak to Peak event. The ride event features tens of thousands of dollars in prizes up for grabs with 6 Peak locations to reach for mountain riders and 6 Family…
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#118 - HCR vs M 858. We test the 2026 Arctic Cats
Our SnoWest test riders dive into one of the biggest questions of the season (aside from "where's the snow?"): Which is the better mountain sled from Arctic Cat... the HCR or the M 858 Alpha One? Riders Rhett Clark, Justin Stevens, Bruce Kerbs and Broc Genta join host Ryan Harris in studio. The...
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#117 - 295-hp BOOST 174 – Lenny Reed's dynomite RMK
Lenny Reed of Dynomite Diesel stops in the studio. We talk early days of the diesel performance segment and dive into Lenny's crazy 2023 Polaris Boost 174 that cranks out 295 horsepower on full tune. Justin Stevens joins host Ryan Harris in studio. The SnoWest Show powered by Trails West RPM
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#116 - Cat 858 TURBO! Boost for the Arctic Cat M 858 is here
We get the full scoop on the Ibexx turbo system for the Arctic Cat 858. Also– the first 10 orders in February get a free quick-adjust wastegate ($500 value). Use code SNOWESTAlex Klassen, William Klassen and Micheal Klassen join host Ryan Harris in studio. The SnoWest Show powered by Trails West RPM
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#115 - Pro tips for getting sponsored - Jack Sarama in-studio
Jack Sarama joins the show in studio to talk about his December trip to Revelstoke. We get into what happened with Boondock Nation and talk about some tips for getting sponsored. Co-hosts Broc Genta, Justin Stevens and Bruce Kerbs join host Ryan Harris. The SnoWest Show powered by Trails West RPM
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#114 - The Polaris vs Ski-Doo debate from someone who owns both!
We talk Ski-Doo vs Polaris with a guy on our test staff who owns both brands. How does he compare the handling, power and performance of Summits vs RMKs? Nate King joins the show with host Ryan Harris. The SnoWest Show powered by Trails West RPM.
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#113 - First look at SDI's E-Click mountain snowmobile shocks
Dan Worley joins us to share all the details and info on the new E-Click mountain sled shocks from SDI (Suspension Direct). These shocks are high-tech and could revolutionize mountain riding. Nate King co-hosts with Ryan Harris on The SnoWest Show powered by Trails West RPM
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#112 - Riley Kincaid's mod Cat turbo that won the 700 Mod World Championship Hillclimb title
Riley Kincaid and Todd Tupper join host Ryan Harris to talk about the prototype sled that took Riley to his first World Championship hillclimb title in 2024. Riley rode a prototype Arctic Cat Catalyst with an early turbo system. Riley and Todd share the story behind that race and many other...
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#111 - The truth about avalanche prep and education - Mike Duffy of Avalanche One - with Tony Jenkins
Mike Duffy, Avalanche One instructor, has a no-BS approach to avalanche training, preparation and equipment. Duffy and Ski-Doo ambassador Tony Jenkins join host Ryan Harris and co-host Justin Stevens in-studio for The SnoWest Show powered by Trails West RPM.
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#110 - Dave McClure on Arctic Cat's comeback
Arctic Cat ambassador and World Champion hillcimber David McClure joins the show to talk about the Arctic Cat comeback! Justin Stevens co-hosts with Ryan Harris. The SnoWest Show powered by Trails West RPM
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#109 - Avalanche Alliance sweepstakes winners - Pro avy prep tips from Dan Adams, David McClure, Mason Rutledge - with Dustin Pancheri & Mark Staples
It's the official 2025 Avalanche Alliance sweepstakes winners podcast! Plus we get some great educational avalanche preparedness info from the pros. Dan Adams, David McClure and Mason Rutledge. Plus, guests Dustin Pancheri and Mark Staples all join the show. Hosted by Ryan Harris. The SnoWest…
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#108 - Are all 2-stroke oils the same? Everything you need to know about 2-stoke snowmobile oil with Len Groom
We get down to the details about 2-stroke oil with Len Groom of Amsoil. We go into deep detail on the chemical makeup of 2-stroke oils and what each additive does. Hosted by Ryan Harris. The SnoWest Show powered by Trails West RPM
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#107 - Know your goggles - with guest Dustin Pancheri
We talk goggles with Dustin Pancheri from Klim. Frames, foams, lens colors, helmet fitment, heated... everything you should know about before buying your next set. Hosted by Ryan Harris with co-hosts Broc Genta, Bruce Kerbs and Justin Stevens. The SnoWest Show powered by Trails West RPM
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#106 - You won't believe what we saw inside the ROTAX factory in Austria. With guest Steve Martin.
Ski-Doo ambassador Steve Martin joins us in studio to recap our all-access tour of the ROTAX headquarters and factory in Austria. From seeing the plasma cylinder coating process to machining crankshafts and E-TEC injector assembly, we tell-all. We even got a peek inside their secret R&D dyno…
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#105 - 2026 Summit X review - SnoWest test staff sled test
SnoWest test staff reviews the 2026 Ski-Doo Summit X 850 E-Tec. Rhett Clark, Bruce Kerbs, Broc Genta and Justin Stevens join host Ryan Harris to discuss our thoughts after riding the Summit X. Subscribe for upcoming tests on Arctic Cat, Ski-Doo, Polaris and Lynx mountain sleds. The SnoWest Show...
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#104 - Is this the ultimate sled hauler setup?
Arctic Cat’s David McClure joins the show to talk about his new custom-built sled deck built just he way he wanted it. Plus, talk about 2026 Cats and more. Joined by host Ryan Harris and co-host Justin Stevens. The SnoWest Show - powered by Trails West RPM
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#103 - Toby Shepherd - race talk with the son of RMSHA legend David Shepherd
Toby Shepherd joins host Ryan Harris tao talk about his career racing snowmobiles in the RMSHA circuit. Getting a late start racing and stories about his father, great RMSHA racer David Shepherd.The SnoWest Show - Powered by Trails West RPM
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#102 - ZBroz Nate Zollinger - Racing stories, re-acquisition of ZBroz
Nate Zollinger of ZBroz Racing talks about his RMSHA racing years, the tube chassis mod sleds he and his brothers raced to dominance, and the recent reacquisition of ZBroz from Hoonigan. Hosted by Ryan Harris.
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#101 - RMSHA 2026 preview! Talking with Mason Rutledge and RMSHA president Cody Spencer
RMSHA president Cody Spencer, racers Mason Rutledge and Hadley West, & announcer Tracy Davis join host Ryan Harris and co-host Broc Genta to talk about the 2026 race schedule, classes, events and more stories.
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#100 - Talking Caliber Products - cool stuff for transport and sled mobility
We get the full rundown on Caliber Products' offerings from Greg Wright and Nathaniel Christian. From sled wheels to trailer flooring.
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#99 - Racing the Iron Dog with Smasher - Kris Kaltenbacher
Kris Smasher Kaltenbacher joins host Ryan Harris to talk about his third time racing the brutal Iron Dog snowmobile race in Alaska. Candice Harris joins at the end of the show for some Q&A with Smasher.
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#98 - Tomas Berntsson - founder of TOBE - reveals his new gear company
Tomas Berntsson (founder of TOBE Outerwear) joins host Ryan Harris and co-hosts Justin Stevens and Bruce Kerbs to reveal his new outerwear clothing company and tell the story of what happened and how it happened.
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#97 - Part 2: Chris Burandt on why mod sleds work, favorite sleds, track development.
Chris Burandt joins host Ryan Harris for part 2 of our in-depth talk about everything Burandt has experienced in his pro career. We talk about the most influential mountain sleds, building wild mod sleds, lightweight philosophy and the new Camso Powlifter 310 track he helped develop. Part 2 of 2.
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#96 - Part 1: Chris Burandt on why he left Cat, other sledding conversation
Chris Burandt joins host Ryan Harris for an in-depth talk about just about everything Burandt has experienced in his career as a pro snowmobiler. We talk about him leaving Arctic Cat in 2010 for Polaris, starting Burandt's Backcountry Adventures, favorite sleds and the new Camso Powlifter 310…
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#95 - Lynx riders Ross Robinson, Cynthia Prefontaine and Product Specialist Joni Launonen
We dive into what makes Lynx such a unique brand and unique sled with riders Ross Robinson and Cynthia Prefontaine. Product Marketing Specialist Joni Launonen joins as well with some stories from Finland. Hosted by Ryan Harris and Bruce Kerbs.
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#94 - Caleb Kesterke's FACTORY MOD 9R Boost - with Nels Eide
We get all the details and the story on the backcountry Factory Mod 9R Boost that Polaris released at Hay Days. This sled is built for Caleb Kesterke and features a ton of cool factory one-off parts. Nels Eide from Polaris and Caleb Kesterke join host Ryan Harris.
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#93 - Tempest heated goggles... what's new for 2026
We go in-depth on the latest Tempest Optics heated goggles with creator Vince O'Malley. Hosted by Ryan Harris and Bruce Kerbs. See more at tempestoptics.com
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#92 - Brad Darling, Troy Halvorson: The Arctic Cat acquisition inside story.
We sat down with Arctic Cat CEO Brad Darling and director of engineering Troy Halvorson at Hay Days to get the story on how Arctic Cat was pulled from the ashes and acquired by a private investor group in April 2025. Hosted by Ryan Harris and Bruce Kerbs.
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#91 - 26 Cat HCR Twin Rail first ride - 2026 Preview Show - Boost & 9R tuning secrets with Ibexx
Lots to talk about in this episode kicking off the 2025/26 sledding season. We're just days from Hay Days. Find out how you could win an Ibexx Catalyst turbo system or $5 grand in cash at Hay Days. Plus SnoWest test rider Bruce Kerbs talks about riding the 2026 Arctic Cat HCR twin rail. We dive...
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#90 - Arctic Cat is BACK! Full 2026 lineup revealed. We discuss the recent acquisition and new development happening with Arctic Cat.
Arctic Cat dropped a full 2026 lineup this morning with the snowmobile media. Here's everything that's going on with the recent sale and acquisition of Arctic Cat and all the info on the new 2026 models and changes. SnoWest test riders Justin Stevens, Broc Genta and Rhett Clark join host Ryan...
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#89 - 2026 Ski-Doo Summit Review with ambassadors and development team
We dive deep into the 2026 Ski-Doo Summit X, Summit Expert and Freeride (among other models) with guests Carl Kuster, Steve Martin, Jeremy Mercier and Dave Norona from the Ski-Doo ambassador team, as well as Frederic Desjardins and Vincent Duschenes from the Ski-Doo engineering team. We took...
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#88 - LYNX 2026 - Everything you need to know. With LYNX engineers and Andreas Bergmark
We dive deep into the 2026 LYNX Snowmobiles lineup with guests Janne Tapio (Snowmobile Project Manager), Hannu Harkonen (Global Product Manager), Pascal Vincent (Director Global Product Strategies BRP) and Andreas Bergmark (LYNX Ambassador and RedBull athlete) and host Ryan Harris. We focus…
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#87 - FOX 2026 New Product Launch – Chris Burandt, Carl Kuster, David McClure, Tony Jenkins, Rick Stroble
We catch up with a wild crew at the 2026 FOX Factory product launch. Guests Rick Stroble (Race Manager for Fox Factory), Chris Burandt, Tony Jenkins, David McClure and Carl Kuster join host Ryan Harris.
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#86 - Timbersled Shutting Down - Our Reaction
Polaris announced to SnoWest this morning that it would be ceasing operations at its Timbersled facilities and would stop producing the snow bike conversion systems effective immediately. What does that mean to you as a snowbike fan? Snowbike World's Nate King joins host Ryan Harris.
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#85 - Live with Ski-Doo engineering team - 2026 lineup Q&A
We held a live question-and-answer podcast where listeners could ask the Ski-Doo engineers anything they wanted to know about the 2026 lineup. Guests Frederic Desjardins (Ski-Doo Project Manager), Mathieu Hamel-Gagnon (Ski-Doo Project Manager Deep Snow), Vincent Duschenes (Ski-Doo Product…
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#84 - 2026 Ski-Doo Summit Expert First Ride - S32 front end
SnoWest test riders Bruce Kerbs and Justin Stevens join host Ryan Harris to talk about riding the new 2026 Ski-Doo Summit Expert with its new S32 front suspension. We got all the details from Ski-Doo engineers and rode both the 850 and Turbo R 2026 Summit Expert.
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#83 - We Ride (and weigh) the 2026 Ski-Doo Summit X
SnoWest test riders Bruce Kerbs and Justin Stevens join host Ryan Harris to talk about the 2026 Ski-Doo Summit intro, all the new changes and updates, and our first ride experiences.
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#82 - What it's like Owning a Snowmobile Dealership - Curt Friede of Kurt's Polaris
Curtis Friede of Kurt's Polaris in Seeley Lake, Montana, shares some experiences about owning a snowmobile dealership for decades. Justin Stevens and Ryan Harris in-studio.
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#81 - 850 NA Test Part 3: Follower Q&A. We answer questions about these sleds from social media followers.
Part 3 of our 850 NA review podcast. We compare the 2025 Arctic Cat M 858 154 3.0, Polaris 850 Khaos RMK 155 3.25 and Ski-Doo 850 Summit X 154 3.0. This Part 3 episode is all about random questions about these sleds from followers on social media. We talk about what our test staff has felt riding...
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#80 - 850 NA Test Part 2: Ride Reviews. Technical mountain riding, singletrack moguls, ergos and more.
Part 2 of our 850 NA review podcast. We compare the 2025 Arctic Cat M 858 154 3.0, Polaris 850 Khaos RMK 155 3.25 and Ski-Doo 850 Summit X 154 3.0. This Part 2 episode is all about ride reviews. We talk about what our test staff has felt riding these sleds since February of 2024. Stay tuned for...
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#79 - 850 NA Test Part 1: Weights. Non-turbos, naturally aspirated, whatever you call them. Here's how our test staff breaks them down.
Part 1 of our 850 NA review podcast. We compare the 2025 Arctic Cat M 858 154 3.0, Polaris 850 Khaos RMK 155 3.25 and Ski-Doo 850 Summit X 154 3.0. This Part 1 episode is all about weight. We fill each sled up with gas, oil and a spare belt--just how you would start a ride--and put them on the...
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