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#9 Kush Climbing - From Dirtbagging to Custom Hemp & Recycled Crash Pads - Founder Kim & Kyle Vines Sharing Their Story Sep 27, 2016

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Josh sits down with Kush Climbing cofounders Kyle and Kim Vines. Kush Climbing is a company that makes crash pads, but where they stand out is in their incredible commitment to sustainability and offering the option to customize the design of your crash pad. Kush Climbing crash pads are made from hemp, and donate 2% of their sales to nonprofits to give back to nature and the community that both help support this startup. After an incredibly successful Kickstarter we are extremely excited to have the chance to find out more about a company that has gained an incredible traction in a short amount of time.

#8 NWT3K Outerwear: Custom Ski & Snowboard Jackets, Pants, and Bibs – founder Nick Marvik sharing his story Sep 23, 2016

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Northwest Tech is a ski and snowboard brand that specializes in outerwear. However, where they truly excel is their extensive customizable features, colors, and accessories, while delivering quality 20K waterproof jackets, pants and powder bibs at competitive prices.

Founded in 2012 by ski junkie and former Western Washington University student, Nick Marvik, Northwest Tech stands out by offering a product that is 100% customizable to ensure a unique design that abides to your style.

We had the pleasure of speaking with Nick Marvik and asked him some questions that our readers put together.

#7 Slap Bag: The glove compartment your bike always wanted – founder Chris Boyd sharing his story Sep 13, 2016

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Josh sits down with Slap Bag founders Chris Boyd to discuss where the idea of Slap Bag came from and where his company is headed. SLAP BAG is a Simple small Accessory Pouch that mounts to the handlebars and stem of your road, mountain, cruiser, fixie or kids bike. It opens and closes with one hand for quick snacks for long hauls and to carry your gear from point A to point B like a charm. Where you’re out for a quick trip or a long journey, Slap Bag will ensure that everything you bring is on hand and accessible, while on the go.

#6 Boulder Denim: The most comfortable, versitile, jeans ever – Co-founders Taz Barrett & Bradley Spence sharing their story Sep 06, 2016

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Josh sits down with Boulder Denim co-founders Taz Barrett and Brad Spence to talk fashion, functional fashion. Boulder Denim is a climbing apparel company that makes jeans using elastic material that ensures maximum mobility. Their jeans are not only hyper-elastic, but are stain resistant and hydrophobic as well Perfect for climbing, hiking, or just lounging around; Boulder Denim Jeans will save you time when heading or leaving the gym and have you ready for any adventure.

#5 Give’r Lifestyle: World’s most comfortable, versatile, & Durable Pair of Waterproof gloves – Co-founder Bubba Albrecht sharing his story Aug 30, 2016

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Josh gets a chance to talk to Give’r cofounder, Bubba Albrecht about Give’r gloves, specifically highlighting their four-season glove, one of the toughest gloves on the market. Not only are Give’r gloves 100% water-proofed leather, they have reinforced stitching on palms and fingertips for added extra durability. These bad boys are not only built for the most treacherous adventures but are also built to handle jobs around the house, on the worksite, or barreling down a mountain with three feet of snow underfoot. Hell, these bad boys can even protect your hands from fire. Give’r gloves will keep your hands warm and last through the toughest tasks or adventures. Give’r all you got.

#4 Char Ski Poles: Film. Fix. Function - Founder Alex Carr sharing his story Aug 23, 2016

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Josh chats with Char Poles CEO and founder, Alex Carr. Char poles is a pole manufacturer that was created when Carr was touring in the backcountry and was in dire need of a screwdriver to adjust his bindings to fit his boots. While hiking back down he realized the potential his ski poles had for storing basic, but dire tools needed for skiing, particularly screwdrivers. Shortly after, he got to work on prototypes and eventually shaped his vision into the utility pole brand, Char Poles.

As the sport progressed and filming became a more dynamic factor in the sport, Alex added gopro/action cam attachments to his pole, which can be fully integrated into a monopod. Char Poles is still working to perfect their poles and make sure every nook and cranny of their ski poles is the epitome of optimal functionality.

#3: Grayl, Worlds fastest Water purification + filtration bottle, Co-founder Travis Merrigan Sharing Their Story Aug 16, 2016

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Josh gets a chance to talk to Grayl cofounder, Travis Merrigan about Grayl water bottle purifiers. With a built-in water press, Grayl water bottles are simple, easy to use, and incredibly efficient. Grayl originally got it’s start when Nancy Weston, Grayl’s other co founder and avid adventurer, wanted to step away from single use water bottles and improve on an idea that already existed.Their design keeps Grayl bottles ultralight, and by combining a purification system and water bottle you will be able to save space when you travel. In one press you can filter and purify life giving water to be safe to drink and the perfect container to carry it to the next stop on your on-going adventure.

#2: Hemetic Trading Co., American Carry Goods, Co-founder Matt McGinnis Sharing Their Story Aug 08, 2016

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Josh interviews Hemetic Trading Co. cofounder Matt McGinnis who talks about the inspiration for starting Hemetic, as well as the culture that drives his business. Hemetic Trading Co. is an American carry good and lifestyle brand based out of Burlington, VT, dedicated to quality and functionality. Hemetic was initially co-founder by Matt McGinnis and Jake Caggige as a response to poorly made bags that were marketed as American companies and manufactured elsewhere. With both Matt and Jake’s background in design and history of entrepreneurship, they collaborate with ease and not only created a driven, detail oriented company, but also a lifestyle brand that practices what it preaches: authenticity, modesty, and above all, quality

#0: The ReddyYeti Story, Who We Are, What To Expect Aug 08, 2016

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DID YOU KNOW THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF NEW STARTUPS IN THE ACTION SPORTS INDUSTRY EVERY YEAR? HOW MANY OF THEM DO YOU KNOW?

To provide better background and insight on ReddyYeti, Cofounders Josh Salvo and Drew Pfundstein sit down and talk about what ReddyYeti.com is, how it was created, what’s in store for it’s future, and everything in between.

#1: Hummingbird Hammocks, Lightest Pack Hammock On The Market, Founder Chris Loidolt Sharing His Story Aug 05, 2016

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In this episode, Josh interviews Chris Loidolt, founder of Hummingbird Hammocks, which currently holds the unofficial title of the lightest and most compact hammock on the market. Chris utilizes his experience as a retired professional Skydiver and parachute rigger to build hammocks from Parachute Industry Association certified parachutes. After amazing success from his Kickstarter campaign Chris and Hummingbird Hammocks press on, constantly evolving to minimize size and weight, while maximizing strength comfort

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