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Author: Lucas Vaadi and TJ Leach

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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!

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Send us a text 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 we’re just glad the event wasn’t canceled. Up next on the circuit is the first ditch race in over three years, so nobody really knows who the guy to beat will be.
Send us a text 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.
Ottertail Opener

Ottertail Opener

2026-01-1445:21

Send us a text 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 strong start, and TJ is getting ready to launch his season opener this coming weekend.
Ep. 62 Pine Lake Recap

Ep. 62 Pine Lake Recap

2025-12-3101:05:16

Send us a text 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.
Send us a text 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.
Send us a text 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.
Season Prep

Season Prep

2025-12-0344:04

Send us a text 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.
Ep. 59 2026 Details

Ep. 59 2026 Details

2025-11-1944:04

Send us a text 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.
Send us a text 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.
Ep. 57 Gained A Hour

Ep. 57 Gained A Hour

2025-11-0538:30

Send us a text 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.
Send us a text 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!
Send us a text 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.
Send us a text 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.
Ep. 53 Sawdust-Cross

Ep. 53 Sawdust-Cross

2025-09-2438:55

Send us a text 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.
Send us a text 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.
Send us a text 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.
Ep. 50 Hay Day Prep

Ep. 50 Hay Day Prep

2025-09-0335:13

Send us a text 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.
Send us a text 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.
Ep. 48 The New New

Ep. 48 The New New

2025-08-2039:21

Send us a text 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.
Ep. 47 Summer Update

Ep. 47 Summer Update

2025-08-1337:22

Send us a text 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.
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