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For a deep dive into any of the sled-friendly communities mentioned in the episode, click any of the links below:
Timmins
Cochrane
Smooth Rock Falls
Kapusasking
Hearst
Interviewed in this episode:
Renee Vezzel Bol-Yu, Owner & General Manager of the Best Western Swan Castle Inn AND President of the Cochrane Tourism AssociationMarc LaPalm at the Cedar Meadows ResortJean-Marc Berube, Club President of the Arctic RidersSylvain Guay, Groomer operator in KapuskasingMichel Garon, OFSC District President of the Northern CorridorGino Bourdages of the Companion HotelJulie Roy of Vayeux Camping and MarinaCrystel Vallee, snowmobilerMentioned in this episode:
OFSC Trails and volunteersBest Western Swan Castle InnJ R Bar-B-Q RanchCedar Meadows ResortAbitibi CanyonRaxfinGaston's Sport and Marineladies group rides -
For a deep dive into any of the sled-friendly communities mentioned in the episode, click any of the links below:
North Bay
Temagami
Temiskaming Shores
Kirkland Lake
Black River-Matheson
Iroquois Falls
Interviewed in this episode:
Jennifer Bernardi, Club President of the North Bay Snowmobilers
Mark and Stephanie Wagner, long time local Temagami snowmobilers
James Franks, Economic Development Officer City of Temiskaming Shores
Sean Mackey, President of M and M Hospitality
Mike âGee-Moâ, President of the Golden Corridor Sno-Drifters
Roger Gelinas at Rollyâs Restaurant and Motel in Ranmore
Keith Holmes and Carmen Girard, Directors for the Jack Pine Snowmobile Club
Gaston Girrard, one of the Jack Pine groomer operators
Mentioned in this episode:
OFSC Trails
RAN Tour
RAP Tour
Whiskeyjack Beer Company
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Summer is on. Time to get out of town. Unfortunately, we're hearing that everywhere you look, accommodations are full through to September. But do not despair. For those of you willing to expand your horizons and maybe go a little further than you've been before, to where the air is clear, and the roads are wide, there are still beds available in Northern Ontario.
This week we talk with life-long moto enthusiast and motorcycle instructor at Georgian College, Jenn Martin, on how to get riding. If you're just starting out, you're going to want to hear this.
Next, we dive deep into the world with cheese with Guy of the legendary Lavigne Tavern. Why do riders love this place so much?
We hear from Stephanie Reid who's an expert on the City of Thunder Bay and what to look for and what to expect for anyone doing the North Shore of Lake Superior ride. Check out her fun new Youtube channel, Travellin' & Eatin' with Steph & Jamie.
And last but not least, we catch up with Jess Kline, an Ontario rider of all things. She's been living in the desert in the Southern U.S. for the last two years and what she's looking forward to this summer and what she's missing about Ontario.
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In this episode we talk with:
Martin Lortz about where he'll be motorcycling when things open up, road conditions on some of Ontario's best roads, and the upcoming Vroom Zoom with Explorersâ Edge.Oliver âBrokentoothâ Solaro to hear about his latest (mis)adventure: refurbishing and riding out the rest of the pandemic in a 1973 Alaskan camper. Where heâll be riding in North America and here in Ontario.James "Wobblycat" Bai, who was in Mexico on Friday the 13th of March 2020 (do you remember where you were that day?) and how he had to scramble to get a plane home and leave his bike in Texas.âRandomâ Ryan Tarrant about exploring private camping when the provincial parks are full and his ideas on where to go boating this summer, the little-known places on Georgian Bay, and dreaming of boating in the Lake of the Woods area.Neil Lorenzen of the beloved Muddyâs Pit BBQ why his restaurant is pandemic-ready. While indoor dining is nothing like it was, riders still making their way to this Keene, Ontario spot for great takeout. This summer's menu will include all the standards like ribs and brisket, and pulled pork but theyâre always looking to new ways to serve smoked meat with dishes like pit meat jambalaya, smoked baloney, gumbo, and stuffed Jamaican patties (youâve got to listen to hear what theyâre putting in there!). And whatâs to come for BBQ culture in Ontario. -
Aaaaand we're back! Thanks to everyone who's been asking about the What A Ride podcast. The last episode we did was in 2016. While a lot has changed since then, this is still the best place to talk motorsports of all kinds here in Ontario.
This month, we talk with Lisa Stackhouse, Manager of Marketing and Communications for the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs, about the 2020-21 snowmobile season and what effect COVID will have on new and seasoned riders.
Then life-long sledder, Ryan Tarrant, tells us about some of the massive differences between snowmobile technologies of the '90s vs what's being released today. Sledders who are coming back to the sport this year should pay attention because a lot has changed!
Jeff McGirr tells us about his COVID summer, riding VMUTS and what his Magic 8 Ball is predicting for the 2020/21 snowmobile season.
Lastly, we hear from Sharon Mahussier, owner of the incredibly beautiful and motorsports-friendly Spectacle Lake Lodge in Madawaska, and one of the people responsible for the creation of the Round Algonquin Park tour, to hear what she's been experiencing during the pandemic.
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In this episode we talk about:snowmobiling during COVIDOntario Federation of Snowmobile ClubsOntario Snowmobile Trail Permit2020/21 snowmobile seasonmodern snowmobile technologyfamily snowmobilingreturning to snowmobilingnew ridersliving in Northern Ontarioboating this summerdirt biking this summerVMUTSwinter weather forecastSpectacle Lake LodgeRound Algonquin Park (RAP) tour -
In this episode, Jess Kline and her inner circle of motorheads highjack the podcast and get revved up about the 2016 season!
In this episode we talk about:The Round Algonquin Park Snowmobile LoopSnowmobiling in EspanolaSnowmobiling French RiverVintage Motorcycles in OntarioThe Honda Nighthawk 4502011 Harley-Davidson SuperglideNiagara Mother-Daughter Motorcycle CruiseGetting Your Motorcycle License in OntarioThe Blizzard of â77Snowmobiling as a Way of Life in the North1998 Harley-Davidson Wide GlideFriday the 13th in Port DoverCVMG National Rally in Paris, OntarioS02, E04 - Jess Kline and her inner circle of motorheads highjack the podcast and get revved up about the 2016 season -
Welcome to the What A Ride Podcast, Season Two, Episode Three. The way we see it there have been two kinds winters in Ontario this year and which one you got all depends on what kind of sledder you are. If you feel you got cheated then listen on, thereâs still time to #saveyourseason.
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In this episode we talk about:Jeff McGirrâs Winter Forecast for 2015-16
The Groomer Guyâs take on sledding in the North
Late Season Riding in Northeastern Ontario with Klim
Long Track Snowmobiling in Wawaâs Deep Pow
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You don't need a philosophy to ride. You can have something completely unconscious going on in your head that gets you out of bed in the morning and gets you on the seat of your motorcycle, or in your boat, or on your snowmobile. It's totally fine. But if you're like me ...
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S02, E02 - 'Tis the Season for Scheming
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S01, E07 - Find your waterway. Stories, inspiration, and boating tips from all around Ontario.
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S01, E06 - A Special WAR Podcast. We join The Sault Trailblazers on their winning Yamaha PowerTour Ride through Algoma.
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S01, E05. Part 2 of our annual Snowmobiling Roundup.
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S01, E04. Part 1 of our annual Snowmobiling Roundup.
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Season 1, Episode 3. Merry Christmas from the World of What A Ride! We pose the age-old question to the greatest minds in motorsports: What are YOU buying YOURSELF this Christmas?!
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Season 1, Episode 2. The 2014 Braap-up. We countdown the best ATV stories of 2014, get an update on the progress of Side-By-Side legislation, and talk about the #winthebraap contest with MMA star Mitch Gagnon.
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Season 1, Episode 1. Goodbye to the 2014 motorcycle season! Stories, guests, the "Name That Ride" contest, plus a visit by Mysterious G.
