Why We Ride Podcast
The Why We Ride Podcast is designed to drive stoke and exposure to the action sports industry. Each week, we engage in snowmobile related topics with a focus on bringing our personal experiences into snowmobile discussions. The podcast will include interviews into the minds of industry leaders, enthusiasts, action sports companies and action sports athletes so they can share "why they ride". So grab your headphones, connect your Bluetooth, or crank up your computer speakers and tune into each episode. Thank you for listening!
Episodes
241 episodes
Winning with Tucker Westney
On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Pro Rookie Tucker Westney. With a strong motocross background, Tucker has quickly proven that those skills translate well into the world of cross country racing. Hailing from southern Vermont, Tucke...
Via Edgecomb
On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Via Edgecomb, a Junior Novice women’s rider who has been making a name for herself in cross country racing. We dive into her past season, balancing both dirt bikes and snowmobiles, and what she’s lo...
Brennan Comeau
On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Brennan Comeau, a young racer who’s been in the sport for years. Alongside his father, a longtime announcer, Brennan has deep roots in cross country snowmobile racing in the Northeast. We look back ...
Buddy Collins: Run What You Brung
On this week’s episode, we catch up with Buddy Collins to talk about the 2026 cross country season. He shares insights on the upcoming year with North Star Cross Country and what to expect at the Sawdust Pit.
Behind the Scenes with Dan Edgecomb
On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Dan Edgecomb. From getting his start in cross country racing to becoming a key part of race day safety, Dan breaks down what it takes to keep the circuit running.
EP. 76 The Last Stretch
Life hasn’t slowed down one bit for the Why We Ride Podcast. TJ has been busy on the ski hill testing as we prepare for the final race of the year. It’s crazy to think we’ll be racing the last weekend in April. In this episode, we dive into str...
Ep. 75 Year End
On this week’s episode, we dive into the final race of the COR Powersports circuit in Houghton, Michigan. Racing through the mine was an unreal experience with big jumps, elevation changes, and tight tree sections that made for a true test....
Ep. 74 Ironwood Recap
On this week’s episode, we dive into the second-to-last weekend of the COR Powersports racing series in Ironwood, Michigan. This marked the first ski hill race of the year, and it did not disappoint. Warm weather brought out a great crowd...
Ep. 73 Championship Weekend
On this week’s episode, we dive into the final race of the year for the NEXC circuit. It was a great way to close out the season with a fun and competitive weekend. Tune in to hear how it all went down and wrap up the year with us.
Ep. 72 Naytahwaush Splash
On this week’s episode, we dive into Lucas’s race in Naytahwaush. Warm weather brought a big shift in conditions over the weekend. Saturday was one of the nicest races of the year with pure ice and no snow dust. Then Sunday brought a completely...
Ep. 71 Everyone Races
On this week’s episode, both Lucas and TJ were back on the track. TJ stepped outside his usual circuit to race terrain with ADXC, competing in what might be one of the first true cross country races held in New Hampshire in a long time. Meanwhi...
Ep. 70 South Branch Lake
On this week’s episode, we break down the fourth round of the NEXC circuit at South Branch Lake. Racing is all about managing the highs and the lows. Sometimes it’s about going for the win, and sometimes it’s about managing a championship...
Ep. 69 Valentine’s 500
On this week’s episode, Lucas finally breaks the Vaadi curse and conquers the GG 500. Deep ditches, brutal road approaches, and zero room for mistakes. This one was a battle from start to finish. It’s one of the most intense races of the season...
Ep. 68 The Midway Point
On this week’s episode, we break down the third race of the NEXC circuit as the season hits its midway mark. TJ recaps his action-packed weekend and walks us through how everything unfolded on race day. Out in the Midwest, the Soo 500 has wrapp...
Ep. 67 Double Header Weekend Recap
On this week’s episode, we dive into TJ’s race in Morgan, Vermont with NEXC and recap Lucas’s first-ever ditch race in Manvel, North Dakota. TJ hit the ice for the second race of the season, while Lucas and the COR Powersports series took on th...
Ep. 66 Surviving the Cold | Park Rapids Recap
On this week’s episode, we dive into the Cor Powersports race at Park Rapids. With temperatures dropping as low as negative 25 degrees and even colder with the windchill, we still managed to go racing. The schedule was adjusted for safety, and ...
Ep. 65 Presque Isle NEXC Opener
On this week’s episode, we dive into the NEXC season opener. The first East Coast race of the year was held in Presque Isle, Maine. TJ recaps his exciting weekend, putting his Arctic Cat on the Pro Stock podium.
Ep. 64 Ottertail Opener
On this week’s episode, we dive into Lucas’s first Cor Powersports race of the year at Ottertail. It was a wild weekend with constantly changing conditions, from complete whiteouts to bright, sunny skies. Lucas kicked off the season with a stro...
Ep. 63 Pine Lake Recap
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 pr...
Ep. 62 The Road to Pine Lake
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 ...
Ep. 61 New Sleds, New Season
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.
Ep. 60 Season Prep
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...
Ep. 59 2026 Details
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.