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Chris Burandt talks backcountry snowmobiling, off-road and hunting adventures, plus custom Burandt Built vehicles with industry leading parts and accessories.

Chris Burandt


    • Sep 16, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    Ep.40 | We're Back!!! Surprises From The 24 Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 54:33


    Lots of stories told on this one! From the backcountry to the table we bring it to you!

    Ep. 39 | The Legend Tucker Hibbert

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 71:03


    Tucker comes to BBA, Chris and Tucker discuss his dominance in the snowcross world and how that translates to backcountry riding.

    Ep.38 | Dale Yeah

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 47:51


    Long time Client Dale Ray sits in on the Wide Open Podcast.

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    Ep. 37 | Fundamentals of Technical Riding

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2024 43:10


    Chris, Ryan, and Blaine go over what it takes to ride in technical terrain.

    Ep.36 | Kyle's Back... Kinda

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 54:48


    We go over injuries, the future, and sled setup.

    Ep.35 | Hotline Request [Shit Creek]

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2023 32:59


    You guys chimed in and we listened. Stories from the past, gnarly lines, and a determined crew brought to you by Blaine and Burandt.

    Ep.34 | Daddy Daughter Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 30:31


    Teach em' young folks!

    Ep. 33 | 23-24 Season Opener, Must Haves

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2023 46:39


    We kick off the 23-24 Sled season with what we have to have on our sleds. From backcountry guide to content creator, we cover it all!

    Ep. 32 | Arctic FX comes to BBA

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2023 70:09


    Jordan owner of Arctic FX and Chris sit down to talk about how they got their start.

    Ep. 31 |$h!t Creek

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 66:43


    Last guide group of the year was one for the books.  Taylor was upside down, TJ was in a creek, and the rest were buried in April Snow!

    Ep. 30 | Q&A Polaris 9R

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 38:25


    Blake and Chris go over the most common questions we have gotten since the release of the new Polaris 9R.

    Ep. 29 | Burandt's Lightweight 900 Matryx

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 49:10


    A look into what it takes to make the gnarliest lightweight sled on the mountain!

    Ep. 28 | Jackson Hill Climb Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 81:28


    Following up from Part 1 Kyle talks about his experiences at the 2021 Jackson Hill Climbs.

    Ep. 27 | Jackson Hill Climb Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 63:18


    Kyle talks about near death experiences and how he prepped for Jackson Hole Hill Climbs last year!

    Ep. 26 | Sled Platforms 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2021 46:54


    On this episode of the Wide Open Podcast; Kyle, Chris, and Ryan talk about the new sled platforms and which ones they love riding. Follow Chris: www.instagram.com/chrisburandt211 Follow Kyle: www.instagram.com/kylepulsifer217 Follow Ryan: www.instagram.com/mc_ryan_ Follow Blake: www.instagram.com/blake_media  

    Ep. 25 | Polaris MY22 Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2021 86:33


    On this episode of the Wide Open Podcast, Kyle, Bubba and I talk about then new Polaris MY22 Snowmobiles. We go over the new chassis, the Patriot BOOST, other changes and our first impressions.   Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburandt211 Follow Bubba on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bubbasellars Follow Kyle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylepulsifer217

    Ep. 24 | Breakdowns and Essential Tools

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2020 45:35


    On this episode of the Wide Open Podcast, Kyle, Bubba and I talk about break downs in the backcountry, plus tools we see as essential the you are snowmobiling.   Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburandt211 Follow Bubba on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bubbasellars Follow Kyle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylepulsifer217

    Ep. 23 | Backcountry Injuries

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2020 55:18


    On this episode of the Wide Open Podcast, Kyle, Bubba and I talk about injuries that happened while snowmobiling in the backcountry. Kyle HIT A DEER on a snowmobile? We've got to hear this. Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisburandt211 Follow Bubba on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bubbasellars Follow Kyle on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylepulsifer217

    Ep. 22 | Snowmobile Technique

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 42:17


    Better technique makes for better days in the mountains! Chris, Ryan and Bubba talk about proper technique for the best experience in the backcountry.   Watch Episode 22 and subscribe for more madness on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLo765iKLb4SJhxyn6zV-tfkir7Sv8DHVA ————— Follow Chris on Instagram:www.instagram.com/chrisburandt211 Follow Ryan on Instagram:www.instagram.com/mc_ryan_ Follow Bubba on Instagram:www.instagram.com/bubbasellars

    Ep. 21 | 2020 Elk Hunt (Part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 55:19


    Chris, Bubba and Ryan talk hunting and how Chris got into the sport. Watch Episode 21 and subscribe for more madness on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLo765iKLb4SJhxyn6zV-tfkir7Sv8DHVA ————— Follow Chris on Instagram:www.instagram.com/chrisburandt211 Follow Ryan on Instagram:www.instagram.com/mc_ryan_ Follow Bubba on Instagram:www.instagram.com/bubbasellars

    Ep. 20 | 2020 Elk Hunt (Part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2020 46:01


    Chris, Bubba and Ryan talk hunting and how Chris got into the sport. Watch Episode 20 and subscribe for more madness on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLo765iKLb4SJhxyn6zV-tfkir7Sv8DHVA ————— Follow Chris on Instagram:www.instagram.com/chrisburandt211 Follow Ryan on Instagram:www.instagram.com/mc_ryan_ Follow Bubba on Instagram:www.instagram.com/bubbasellars

    Ep. 19 | Are you prepared for the backcountry?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 43:42


    Chris Burandt sits down with Ryan McConnell and Bubba Sellars to talk about getting mentally and physically prepared for the backcountry. Watch Episode 19 and subscribe for more madness on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLo765iKLb4SJhxyn6zV-tfkir7Sv8DHVA ————— Follow Chris on Instagram:www.instagram.com/chrisburandt211 Follow Ryan on Instagram:www.instagram.com/mc_ryan_ Follow Bubba on Instagram:www.instagram.com/bubbasellars

    Ep. 18 | Snowmobile Essentials

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 65:57


    Chris Burandt sits down with Ryan McConnell and Bubba Sellars to talk about trusted and essential products to set up your snowmobile for the backcountry. Shop These Products:www.burandtsbackcountryadventure.com/shop Watch Episode 018 and subscribe for more madness on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLo765iKLb4SJhxyn6zV-tfkir7Sv8DHVA ————— Follow Chris on Instagram:www.instagram.com/chrisburandt211 Follow Ryan on Instagram:www.instagram.com/mc_ryan_ Follow Bubba on Instagram:www.instagram.com/bubbasellars

    Ep. 17 | Mod Sleds

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 47:22


    Burandt and Rosco talk about some of the ridiculous mod sleds they have been working on this season and in seasons past. 

    Ep. 16 | Sled Talk with Kyle Pulsifer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 48:09


    We sit down with our good buddy and BBA employee, Kyle Pulsifer to talk about sledding mindset and some of favorite moments riding together.

    Ep. 15 | Film Stories with Phil Yribar

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 38:27


    Sitting down with our good friend Phil Yirbar, the man behind 208 Productions and a guy who has filmed with us from the beginning. Enjoy the stories as we reflect on some awesome times in the backcountry! 

    Ep. 14 | Suspension Set-up & Fox Shocks

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 8:40


    Chris and Ross chat about how they choose to set up their suspension on sleds from bone stock suspension to industry leading technology with Fox IQS. They also dive into why buying good suspension is the best investment you can make in your machine and even though it's expensive, it's worth every penny.

    Ep. 13 | Instagram Q&A

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 48:29


    Chris and Ross Dive into a few Instagram questions including the new RMK EVO that Chris built for his son, trucks they drive, the path they have taken, and what its really like to film snowmobiling.

    Ep. 12 | Behind the Madness with Ryan McConnell (Part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 48:58


    We sit down with Ryan Mcconnell who is the man behind so much here at BBA, from booking to marketing and guiding, Ryan is the guy behind the scenes and doesn’t receive enough recognition for the work he has put in for so many years.

    Ep. 11 | Behind the Madness with Ryan McConnell (Part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 43:54


    We sit down with Ryan Mcconnell who is the man behind so much here at BBA, from booking to marketing and guiding, Ryan is the guy behind the scenes and doesn’t receive enough recognition for the work he has put in for so many years.

    Ep. 10 | About the Klim – 20 years

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 45:57


    On Episode 10, we interview John Summers about the beginnings of Klim and how the company has evolved into the outerwear leader over the last 20 years.

    Ep. 09 | Haydays with Keith Curtis, Dan Adams, Andy Thomas

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 64:16


    We have some living legends on this episode. Coming to you from the Klim booth at Haydays.

    Ep. 08 | Snowmobiling in Chile

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 51:55


    How did BBA end up guiding snowmobiles down in South America? Chris tells some of the origin story about how he put this program together. Then he and Ross share some of their favorite sledding adventures from the time they have spent in South America.

    Ep. 07 | Future Snowmobiles & June Riding

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 47:28


    Chris Burandt and Ross Robinson talk about Burandt's latest adventure and June ride with over 2 feet of fresh snow, along with the future of snowmobiles and some of our thoughts on Electric snowmobiles. 

    Ep. 06 | Snowmobile Set-up (Part II)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 44:45


    In episode six, we continue on the topic of snowmobile set-up and the importance of suspension, clutching and gearing. Chris talks about a few of the most common set up mistakes we see here at Burandts Backcountry Adventure. Take some of these tips into consideration when setting up your sled for next season to make 2020 the best winter yet.

    Ep. 05 | Proper Snowmobile Set-up (Part I)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 49:03


    Chris Burandt and Ross Robinson cover a few things regarding proper set up for your mountain sled to help you have a better experience in the backcountry. We share stories about  how certain sleds taught us lessons about setting things up properly; setting up a stock rear skid, front suspension and handle bars are three of the most important parts.

    Ep. 04 | Comfortable being Uncomfortable?

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 46:18


    We talk fitness mentally and physically on the sled and how becoming comfortable being uncomfortable can elevate you're riding in the backcountry. We also talk about self motivation and why taking the hard line is important to becoming a better rider. At Grizzly Lodge in B.C., Chris takes a client into a situation where he must use the skills he had been practicing with us; when you're the last one riding with us things get a little technical but no better way to push yourself.

    Ep. 03 | Becoming a Better Snowmobiler

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 51:42


    Chris and Ross Sit Down and talk about how Burandt's Backcountry adventure works, what it is like to come ride with us and some things you can do to become a better rider.

    Ep. 02 | How We Got Our Jobs at Burandt's Backcountry Adventure

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 41:09


    Kyle Pulsifer joins Chris Burandt and Ross Robinson as they talk about how they got their jobs and what it takes to be a professional snowmobiler.

    Ep. 01 | Snowmobilers Listen Up & Polaris Khaos

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 45:06


    Welcome to episode one! We talk about the new Chris Burandt Podcast. We are excited to bring you everything sled related. In episode one we cover the details on the new Polaris Snowmobiles Khaos sled for 2020. We answer some important questions and let everyone know what sleds we will be ordering for the upcoming snow season.

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