Why We Ride Podcast

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode we dive into Pine Lake 2025. Super excited to get this race in before the new year. With crazy wind and snow, the schedule got condensed from two days into one jam-packed Sunday. A great learning experience and a solid preseason race.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s podcast, we dive into the upcoming Pine Lake race as the season gets closer and prep mode is officially on. We talk through everything we’re doing to get ready and make sure nothing gets forgotten. Plus, we switch things up with a unique "Would We Run It" segment this week not a product, but something worth thinking about.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail  On this weeks episode we finally got our 2026 snowmobiles. We both got to dive into these new builds. Tune in to see what we do when we get a new sled. Pine Lake is only 2 weeks away so we are in full prep mode.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode we’re back from Thanksgiving break. Snow is in the air and finally starting to accumulate. Lucas is three weeks out from the first race of the season and the boys are in full work mode getting everything ready. Tune in as we get closer to the start of winter.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode we dive into the 2026 season. We talk about new sponsors, fresh opportunities, and where we think the sport is headed. Tune in for all the updates as we get closer to winter.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s episode, we dive into how the sport is evolving and what the future could look like. We talk about the next generation of racers entering the scene and how we can help grow and support youth involvement in snowmobiling.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Hope everyone had a good Halloween and is adjusting to the clock change. We gained an hour of sleep, but that is not what we are excited about. The clock change means we are getting closer to winter. This week we dive into sponsors and the upcoming race season.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week we’re diving into the newly released schedules across every series. While things are still tentative, we’re talking about what stands out, what we’re excited for, and how it’s all shaping up as the season gets closer. Let’s take a look at what’s ahead for 2026!  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week we’re talking about the Epping Grass Drags,  Race Into Winter . We break down some of the top social media posts from the week, catch up on the latest news in the powersports industry, and wrap things up with our Would We Run It segment, presented by DS Racing.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail We’re back! This week we dive into the biggest news from the past two weeks: snowmobiles are officially returning to the X Games. We also honor Scott Preston for his huge impact on cross-country racing in New England, and spotlight a New Hampshire company, Ruffian, that’s building brand-new snowmobiles. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week we dive into championship weekend at the sawdust pit. TJ recaps his experience racing a snowmobile on sawdust. Fall is here, and winter is right around the corner. Support the show

Send us Fan Mail  This one’s special 52 weeks, a full year of content! In this episode we look back on our Hay Days experience. From the long trip in and out, to the wild moments at the campground, to all the booths, sleds, and surprises we saw at the event, we cover it all. A milestone episode about one of the biggest weekends in snowmobiling.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Lucas and TJ take on Hay Days in their first-ever in-person podcast. Recorded outside the camper Lucas rented, this episode captures the energy of the weekend. With it being Lucas’ first time at the legendary event, the guys dive into different aspects of Hay Days — from the atmosphere to standout moments — and share their raw take on what makes it such a bucket-list experience. ...

Send us Fan Mail The preseason buzz is here and Hay Days is just around the corner. In this episode, we break down the ultimate preseason checklist every racer needs from sled prep to training to gear must-haves. We catch up on new sponsor updates, swap the craziest preseason stories we’ve heard, and debate some wild “Would You Run It?” ideas.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s episode we dive into the off-season and how snowmobilers can keep their edge year-round. We kick things off with a story from the job site, where a homeowner laid out his “three staples for success”: grind mentality, higher education, and experience.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week we dive into what racers call silly season . The time when riders switch teams, sign with new sponsors, and shake things up before winter. Out west, team moves are big news, but in the east, we don’t talk about them nearly as much. We ask why that is, and how more coverage could help fans connect with racers.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week we share what’s been going on off the track with a mix of stories and life updates. From weather predictions to fitness, nutrition, and our working life.  Catching-up before the season kicks into gear.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This week we’re talking about the part of snowmobiling that holds it all together, trail riding. We get into why trails are the heart of the sport, how changing rules and land use impact everyone, and what riders need to know when it comes to etiquette and respect. From grooming to the volunteers behind it all, this episode is about riding smarter, keeping trails open, and keeping...

Send us Fan Mail This week’s episode is all about getting creative. What if there was a snowmobile race for every style of riding? We spitball a full series that covers every discipline we can think of. Tune in and let us know  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail This weeks episode features Buddy Collins, the owner of the Sawdust Pit. We caught up with Buddy to talk about his summer adventures and how he is getting ready for the upcoming winter season. Buddy shares his story of building the track, riding in Presque Isle, and preparing for pro class snowmobile cross-country racing. Join us as we explore how summer riding fuels winter racing...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into the strategy behind snowmobile racing and how to read terrain like a pro. From the frozen flat-out speed of ice Le Mans to the unpredictable lines of terrain racing, we break down what it takes to choose the right line, react in real time, and stay ahead of the pack. Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen your instincts, this one’...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we break down what perfect riding technique really means and why it changes between ice and terrain. From body position to throttle control, we compare what works where, what falls apart fast, and why consistency matters no matter what you ride.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail  We’re deep into summer, but winter is never far from our minds. In this episode, we talk about the quads, dirt bikes, and summer toys keeping us busy during the off-season and how they always seem to bring up snowmobile stories. From sketchy trail moments to race-day memories, it all ties back. We also dive into ceramic brake setups in our “Would We Run It” segment and are they w...

Send us Fan Mail On this week’s podcast, we’re diving into summer sled projects and how we’re getting ready for winter. It’s the hottest day of the year, so we figured we’d focus on some cool things to do in the garage. Winter’s less than 6 months away, and we’re already itching to get back on the gas.  Support the show

Send us Fan Mail Big News: We Finally Have Cameras! This week we’re taking a look at the 2026 snowmobile lineups from Polaris and Arctic Cat, breaking down what stands out. We dive into the mountain sled segment, which is outside our usual cross-country world here in the East, and give our take on what works, what’s wild, and what we’d love to try.  We also just leveled up with our first-ever vide...