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Kevin Backstrom, a style icon in snowboarding and founder of Beyond Medals, shares his journey from competition to creating streetwear. He candidly discusses the challenges of brand evolution, including a legal battle with the Olympic Committee. Blue Montgomery from Capita joins to explore craftsmanship in snowboard production, emphasizing collaboration and innovation. The duo reflects on exhilarating moments on the slopes and the culture of snowboarding, highlighting the importance of community and memorable adventures.

Jill Perkins is BACK with her second interview on The Bomb Hole. We catch up on everything that's happened since her last interview; all her latest video projects, sponsor changes, and more. If you live under a rock and somehow don’t know who Jill Perkins is, go watch her previous interview. And then watch this one. She’s a kind human, she's a good friend, and she’s a ripper, putting down insane street footage year after year. She’s an inspiration and is here to drop some facts. So let's get into it, the Jill Perkins episode 2.0.Follow JillInstagramFollow Chris, Jules & SILKChris GrenierJules SpadaroSILKFor all things Bomb HoleWebsite | https://thebombhole.com/Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thebombhole/YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@thebombholeTikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@thebombholeThis episode is sponsored byBubs Naturals (Use BOMBHOLE at checkout for 20% off)HerschelKodiak CakesGozney (Use BOMBHOLE20 for 20% a Gozney ROCCBOX)Mammoth MountainAutumn HeadwearCAPiTA SnowboardsUnion Binding CoPub BeerYetiSupport the show through Patreon Special thank you to our Patreon Members for making our show possible! Ask us questions and suggest topics for guests and Group Chat when you become a member. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/thebombholeChapters00:00 Intro4:12 Search Party15:06 Will It Ever Be Enough?25:41 Ads (CAPiTA, Pub Beer, Union)28:50 A Visit From Sam Taxwood32:02 Rapid Fire Questions37:35 A Serious Conversation With Jill Perkins1:15:59 Ads (Autum, Gozney)1:18:08 Creating A Comfortable Workplace1:25:31 Being Good At The Thing / Relationships1:43:01 Ads (Bubs Naturals, Yeti)1:44:50 RTAWT1:50:42 Round Up1:53:31 A Board For Everyone1:57:28 Switching to Rockstar1:58:50 More Personality2:05:42 NTVP2:08:52 Ads (Herschel, Mammoth, Kodiak Cakes)2:11:36 Getting Things Done / Staying Present2:18:58 Hot Takes2:24:24 Set Ups / Thank Yous / What’s Next?Copyright Bomb Hole Media Inc. 2024

Today we’ve got a real doozy for you. Sean Miskiman is in studio and he shares some incredible stories. He’s a little newer into the backcountry scene but is making his name known quickly and powerfully. He’s already had to perform some intense rescues and suffered some serious injuries, but that hasn’t slowed him down one bit. His style is perfect and he’s fitting in nicely with the rest of The Manboys crew. We talk insane tricks, gnarly back country stories, and so much more. So let’s just get into it: the Sean Miskiman episode.Follow Sean MiskimanInstagram | https://www.instagram.com/seanmiskiman/Follow Chris, Craig & SILKChris Grenier | https://www.instagram.com/grendiesel/Craig McMorris | https://www.instagram.com/craigmcmorris/SILK | https://www.instagram.com/silk.daze/Show NotesBackyard Session with Sean MiskimanRussell ChaiDarcy SharpeMikey Ciccarelli Bomb Hole EpisodeThe Risk Maturity CollectiveSean's part from THE KING SNOW MOVIEWatch Sean's part in FIXINThe ManboysJody Wachniak Bomb Hole EpisodePowder Hounds Volume 2This episode is sponsored byBubs Naturals (Use BOMBHOLE at checkout for 20% off)SHREDBOTSCAPiTA SnowboardsUnion Binding CoAutumn Headwear10 Barrel's Pub BeerWoodward Park CityMammoth MountainYetiSpecial thanks to our Patreon MembersSubmit questions for guests, suggest topics for Group Chat, and get the inside scoop to show when you become a Patreon member. Learn more and sign up at: https://www.patreon.com/thebombholeFor all things Bomb HoleWebsiteInstagramWatch on YouTubeChapters00:00 Intro4:02 Finding Snowboarding In Saskatchewan9:47 Sharpening Teeth15:52 Switching to Backcountry22:54 Dangers of The Backcountry33:00 King Snow: First Movie33:10 Ads (CAPiTA, Union, Pub Beer)36:16 King Snow: First Movie (Cont'd)53:13 Switching From Burton to Nitro54:20 RTAWT: Presented by Airtime Podcast1:01:20 Ads (Mammoth, Bubs Naturals)1:03:12 Filming In The Backcountry1:17:01 Style1:22:40 Serious Injuries1:31:11 NTVP1:33:20 Ads (Yeti, Woodward, Autumn)1:36:19 The Manboys1:44:11 Mindset & Pressure1:58:45 Lessons From The Mountain2:02:08 Hot Takes2:09:14 Set Ups / What's Next / Thank YousCopyright Bomb Hole Media Inc. 2024

In the long awaited, highly anticipated, return of Group Chat, the crew dives into some of the most pertinent and pressing topics in the snowboard world. We talk about the revival of Videograss and their new film: Search Party. We call Todd Richards to talk about halfpipe snowboarding and the return of Morrow Snowboards. We make our guesses as to why Line Skis made a snowboard and figure out what makes a snowboard so expensive. And of course we discuss some of the latest heater clips and answer tons of your viewer submitted questions. Oh, and did we mention everybody is wearing costumes for this? All this and more on episode 13 of The Bomb Hole: Group Chat!Keep up with the crewChris GrenierJustin ClarkReid SmithJustin MeyerNirvana OrtanezPatrick McCarthySilkThanks to our call in guestTodd RichardsMark DanglerCurtis CiszekShow NotesReid Smith's Slush Magazine CoverVideograssVideograss' Search Party TrailerMorrow SnowboardsLine Skis snowboard announcement postBUCC AS FUCC by BUMFUCC686's ATLAS4D ExperimentalSpecial thank you to our Patreon Members for making our show possible! Ask us questions and suggest topics for Group Chat when you become a member. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/thebombholeFor all things Bomb HoleWebsiteInstagramYouTubeThis episode is sponsored byBubs Naturals (Use BOMBHOLE at checkout for 20% off)Woodward Park CityMint ToursAutumnCAPiTA SnowboardsUnion Binding CoYetiChapters00:00 Intro1:38 Search Party16:29 Trivia23:05 Ads (Autumn, Bubs Naturals)24:50 A Call With Todd Richards: Morrow Re-Launch & Halfpipe43:16 Ads (CAPiTA, Mint Tours)45:49 Ski Companies Making Boards58:59 Why Are Snowboards So Expensive?1:25:06 Heater Clips1:31:44 Ads (Woodward, Union, Yeti)1:34:49 Nirvana & Sarge Join The Show1:42:56 Product Talk1:58:28 Industry News2:10:53 More Product Talk2:24:38 Answering Your Questions2:29:04 Call With Curtis Ciszek: Pub Beer LodgeCopyright Bomb Hole Media Inc. 2024

In a monumental episode of The Bomb Hole, we’ve got Eero Ettala in the booth. With an incredible resume of video parts with Standard Films and Mack Dawg Productions, Eero has been an elite pro for decades. He’s pioneered new tricks and constantly aims for progressing the sport. With the extremely recent release of his latest video project “Milestone” he’s proved to us once again that he is somehow still at the top of his game. He’s navigated insane injuries and is balancing a life with his kids and still makes time for follow his passions. This episode is a special one. So let's just dive into it, the Eero Ettala interview.Follow Eerohttps://www.instagram.com/eeroettala/Follow Chris, Knut & SILKChris GrenierKnut EliassenSILKFull show notes on our sitehttps://thebombhole.com/blogs/episodes/eero-ettala-the-bomb-hole-episode-205For all things Bomb HoleWebsite | https://thebombhole.com/Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thebombhole/YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@thebombholeTikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@thebombholeListen on Apple Podcast | https://apple.co/3UEm0l5Listen on Spotify | https://sptfy.com/BombHoleSpotifyThis episode is sponsored byBubs Naturals (Use BOMBHOLE at checkout for 20% off)Mint ToursWoodward Park CityNideckerGozney (Use BOMBHOLE20 to save 20% off a Roccbox)Autumn HeadwearCAPiTA SnowboardsUnion Binding Co.10 Barrel's Pub BeerYetiPatreonSpecial thank you to our Patreon Members for making our show possible! Ask us questions and suggest topics for guests and Group Chat when you become a member. Learn more and sign up hereChapters00:00 Intro4:13 Milestone18:13 Learning New Tricks23:13 40 Years Old26:09 Ads (Yeti, Mint Tours, Pub Beer)28:42 Finding Snowboarding37:07 Filming With Standard & Mack Dawg1:05:55 Ads (CAPiTA, Woodward, Union)1:09:31 Accessibility & Finnish Invasion)1:15:18 Contests1:28:04 Moving to Digital1:33:25 NTVP1:35:34 Ads (Autumn, Bugs, Gozney)1:38:43 Dealing With Injuries1:57:28 Ender2:04:09 Being A Dad2:08:18 Finnish TV Fame2:17:02 The Making of Milestone2:21:19 Hot Takes2:30:58 Set Ups & Advice2:37:54 Giveaway2:38:33 Fond Memories2:47:55 Thank Yous / What’s NextCopyright Bomb Hole Media Inc. 2024

Mark Sollors, a talented Canadian snowboarder known for his unique backcountry style, shares his journey from street footage to exploring untouched snow. He discusses the importance of safety and discovering new zones in the backcountry. The conversation also touches on mentorship's role in the snowboarding community, facing fears while riding, and balancing authenticity with industry demands. Additionally, Mark shares hilarious anecdotes about snowboarding with celebrities and his passion for community-driven projects.

Benny Pellegrino knows what snowboarding is all about. His love for the culture bleeds through with every word he says. He comes from skating, with his roots well dispersed through the Bay Area in the early 80s. He loves a good punk show and like many of us, will go crazy if we don't get a board under our feet as often as possible. His experience running Milo Sport gives him a unique perspective on the industry and fuels his passion to support shops. Now, using this experience and perspective, he is a power house over at Nitro Snowboards and he continues to be an essential pillar in the snowboard industry. All this and much more on this week's episode of The Bomb Hole!Follow Benny PellegrinoInstagramFollow Chris, Jeremy & SILKChris GrenierJeremy JonesSILKShow NotesAndy HetzelLegendary Banked SlalomLizard King's Bomb Hole EpisodeMilo SportNitro SnowboardsGeorge JohnstonInterlude Snow ShowTrevor BradyNitro Snowboards YouTubeCasey Willax's Bomb Hole EpisodeCraig McMorris YouTubeMark McMorris YouTubeSage Kotsenburg YouTubeSnowbirdNitro LayersThis episode is sponsored byBubs Naturals (Use BOMBHOLE at checkout for 20% off)NideckerAutumn HeadwearPub BeerGozney (Use BOMBHOLE at checkout for 20% a Roccbox)PatreonSpecial thank you to our Patreon Members for helping make our show possible! Ask us questions and suggest topics for guests and Group Chat when you become a member. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/thebombholeFor all things Bomb HoleWebsiteInstagramWatch on YouTubeListen on Apple PodcastListen on SpotifyChapters00:00 Intro2:19 Skating In The Early 80s10:55 Never Stop17:48 The Bay Area Punk Scene23:10 Skate Sponsors & Banked Slaloms33:49 Ads (Gozney & Pub Beer)35:45 Run Through A Wall Trivia41:43 Moving to Salt Lake47:54 Milo Sport / The Importance of Shops1:19:31 Ads (Autumn & Bugs Naturals)1:21:15 Culture & Industry2:08:22 Snowbird2:17:57 NTVP2:22:54 A Connector2:28:27 Trip Stories2:39:36 Nitro Snowboards2:54:40 It Was Better When They Hated Us2:55:38 Giveaway!2:57:37 Hot Takes3:04:57 Set Ups / What's Next / Thank YousCopyright Bomb Hole Media Inc. 2024

Jeremy Jones, a trailblazer in big mountain snowboarding and founder of Protect Our Winters, shares gripping tales of his relentless pursuit of new lines and first descents. He reflects on the evolution of snowboarding from its 1980s roots, emphasizing mentorship and community values. Jeremy also discusses the intersection of snowboarding and environmental advocacy, inspiring listeners to engage in climate action. With personal anecdotes from harrowing Himalayan adventures to family dynamics in sports, this conversation is as enlightening as it is thrilling.

There’s no need to overcomplicate things. Lolo rips. It’s just the truth. And just like her, we’re going to tell it to you how it is. She’s blunt. She’s fearless. She’s got high expectations and boy can she take a slam. Lolo’s been paving her way through the snowboard scene without looking back and is here to stay. Filming incredible street parts and coming off a heater of a video project “Buster,” it sounds like she’s sitting on some footy. So keep your eyes peeled. All this and more on this week’s episode of The Bomb Hole!Follow LoloInstagramFollow Chris, Zak, and DannyChris GrenierZak HaleDannyShow NotesSlush's Rookie of the YearUninvited Invitational 2023D. Baxter the Bobcat mascotArizona DiamondbacksHORSEPOWER starring Henna Ikola and Lauren DerminioBUSTERSleeper aka Dillon HenricksenBlender aka BenderZak Hale's TRASHDIYX CSTL JAM 2023Annika MorganSpecial thank you to our Patreon Members for supporting the show! Submit questions for our guests, suggest topics for Group Chat, and score Patreon-exclusives when you become a member. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/thebombholeThis episode is sponsored byNidecker SnowboardsBubs Naturals (Use BOMBHOLE at checkout for 20% off)Evo HotelFor all things Bomb HoleWebsiteInstagramYouTubeChapters00:00 Intro2:26 Partying in New York5:00 Finding Snowboarding in Arizona19:06 The UnInvited26:33 Ad (Evo Hotel)27:42 Juiced Up / Music29:53 Run Through A Wall Trivia36:58 Baseball42:50 Call With Hailey Langland: Golf50:04 The Gym / Slams / New Project1:01:10 Fear & Confidence1:17:30 Ad (Bubs Naturals)1:18:43 Buster1:28:50 NTVP1:31:44 No Gloves1:37:58 Living In New Zealand / DIYX1:50:02 Sponsors1:53:00 Hot Takes1:56:53 Set Ups / What’s Next / Thank YousCopyright Bomb Hole Media Inc. 2024

After recording Episode 200, Chris sat down with SILK to answer every Patreon question that he was asked for his episode. For those of you who don't know, we provide our Patreon members with early access to information regarding upcoming guests. Then, they are given an opportunity to ask the guest a question. We usually only pick a couple questions that our Patreon members ask in each episode but for episode 200 we decided to saddle up, long format, and give each question the time it deserves.If you haven't seen Chris' episode yet, make sure you check it out!Follow Chris and SILK on social mediaChris | https://www.instagram.com/grendiesel/SILK | https://www.instagram.com/silk.daze/Thanks again to our Patreon Members for helping make our show possible! Ask us questions and suggest topics for guests and Group Chat when you become a member. Learn more and sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/thebombholeEpisode 200 is sponsored byNidecker Snowboards | https://www.nidecker.com/en/Bubs Naturals | https://www.bubsnaturals.com (Use BOMBHOLE at checkout for 20% off)Woodward Park City | https://www.woodwardparkcity.comEvo Hotel | https://www.evohotel.comGozney | https://us.gozney.com (Use BOMBHOLE20 at checkout for 20% off your Roccbox)Crab Grab | https://crabgrab.comThirtyTwo | https://thirtytwo.comCAPiTA | https://capitasnowboarding.comStance | https://www.stance.com (Use THEBOMBHOLE at checkout for 20% off)For all things Bomb HoleWebsite | https://thebombhole.com/Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/thebombhole/YouTube |  @TheBombHole  Copyright Bomb Hole Media Inc. 2024