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The Trail Talk Podcast

27 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratings

Anything and everything snowmobiling. We interview people from across Upstate New York that are big in the snowmobile community and discuss our favorite winter pastime.

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Episodes

Trail Talk 27 - Darrin Harr

January 18, 2022 21:59 - 36 minutes - 35.2 MB

It is #trailtalktuesday and this week we have the one and the only, king of snowmobiling in the Adirondacks for over 20 years, fellow Meteorologist, snowmobile buddy, and most importantly, friend. Please welcome back Darrin Harr from ilsnow.com to the podcast! To become a MEMBER, drop me $10, and you’ll get name recognition, or if you wish not to use your name, recognition to your favorite snowmobile club or where you live. To become a SPONSOR, drop me $60 and I’ll put up a link to...

Trail Talk 26 - Dave Gleasman

January 11, 2022 20:45 - 16 minutes - 16.4 MB

To become a MEMBER, drop me $10, and you’ll get name recognition, or if you wish not to use your name, recognition to your favorite snowmobile club or where you live. To become a SPONSOR, drop me $60 and I’ll put up a link to your business, Facebook page or snowmobile club!   Click below to get started paypal.me/lupiallc www.venmo.com/u/Richard-Lupia THANK YOU to our faithful sponsors and members! SPONSORS Southern Tug Hill SnoRiders Saratoga Snowmobile Association Ohio Ridge...

Trail Talk 25 - Help!

December 28, 2021 18:55 - 8 minutes - 7.78 MB

We need your pictures and videos for upcoming Upstate Snow Promo Videos! Please send google drive link to [email protected]. Please submit by January 8, 2022. All items used will be given name recognition/credit and will only be used by Upstate Snow. To become a MEMBER, drop me $10, and you’ll get name recognition, or if you wish not to use your name, recognition to your favorite snowmobile club or where you live. To become a SPONSOR, drop me $60 and I’ll put up a link to your bus...

Trail Talk 24 - Rich Lupia gives THANKS to everyone!

December 21, 2021 11:21 - 10 minutes - 10.1 MB

This is my annual Christmas episode to give THANKS to everyone for supporting Upstate Snow and give you all an update on some of the goings on behind the scenes. If you listen to this podcast, especially all the way through, you are a true Upstate Snow FAN!!! To become a MEMBER, drop me $10, and you’ll get name recognition, or if you wish not to use your name, recognition to your favorite snowmobile club or where you live. To become a SPONSOR, drop me $60 and I’ll put up a link to ...

Trail Talk 23 - Chris Rinck

December 07, 2021 02:30 - 15 minutes - 15.4 MB

It's finally #trailtalktuesday and time to get back into the swing of things with Chris Rinck - President of the Southern Tug Hill Sno-Riders. In this conversation we discuss trail issues, lack of snow, and an interesting concern he has for the club and region going forward in this 15 minute podcast episode. If you enjoy our weather reports, podcasts, videos, and features, say thank you by becoming a SPONSOR or MEMBER of Upstate Snow! For just $60, sponsors receive a hyperlink to y...

Trail Talk Podcast 22 - Turin Ridge Riders

September 21, 2021 16:24 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MB

In this edition of the Trail Talk Podcast, we talk to Chris Skipper from the Turin Ridge Riders at their brand new groomer barn just up from Timberview, high up on the Tug Hill Plateau. We talk about the construction of the groomer barn, the new (to them) groomer recently purchased, and why you should join their club, especially if you ride up on Tug Hill at all. Especially if you ride in from Brantingham to get up to the hill! www.jointrr.com www.facebook.com/TurinRidgeRiders htt...

Trail Talk 21 - John Bates @ Ohio Ridge Riders and Snow Bash

September 14, 2021 12:30 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

In this first episode of Season 3 of the Trail Talk Podcast, we talk to John Bates of the Ohio Ridge Riders. Snow Bash is the big event this weekend and we talk a lot about it! We also go into how the club has survived lack of Snow Bash last year and the previous winter. We also discuss work on great trails in the Ohio system that are truly backcountry expeditions and amazing places few ever get to see at any time of the year. If you are looking for a unique ride idea you probably h...

Trail Talk 20 - Shout outs and thanks

January 20, 2021 12:59 - 20 minutes - 47.5 MB

In this episode I give thanks for all of you, share a few stories and shout outs to the many whom have supported and encouraged me and Upstate Snow throughout the years.

Trail Talk 19 - Jim Rolf 2020

December 23, 2020 03:55 - 37 minutes - 86.7 MB

NYSSA Website https://nysnowmobiler.com/ Join a club (Uh... Multiple clubs as we say!) https://membership.nysnowmobiler.com/ Download the NYSSA Interactive Trail Map, the best one out there!

Trail Talk 18 - Dave Gleasman

December 18, 2020 04:50 - 21 minutes - 48.7 MB

Dave Gleasman is the owner of Mapledale Motors in Barneveld, NY. He has been a friend of my family for 20 years. In December 2014 when I had to step back from Upstate Snow due to work reasons, Dave bought it from me and continued to grow it until the summer of 2019 when situations changed and I was able to buy back. Without him, there would be no Upstate Snow today. We share lots of fun snowmobile stories, how he got involved with Penn Mountain and what snowmobiling means to him now...

Trail Talk 17 - John Bates from Ohio Ridge Riders

December 09, 2020 05:10 - 23 minutes - 54.6 MB

https://www.facebook.com/OhioRidgeRiders https://www.facebook.com/ohiosnowbash

Trail Talk 16 - Rory Nortz from Valley Snow Travelers

December 02, 2020 02:10 - 24 minutes - 56 MB

https://www.facebook.com/ValleySnowTravelers https://valleysnowtravelers.org/

Trail Talk 15 - Chris Skipper from Turin Ridge Riders

November 24, 2020 04:44 - 29 minutes - 66.8 MB

https://turinridgeriders.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TurinRidgeRiders https://adirondackstughill.com/

Trail Talk 14 - Roseanne Warner, President of NYSSA

November 17, 2020 21:58 - 25 minutes - 59.3 MB

https://www.nysnowmobiler.com/ https://www.ridetughill.com/

Trail Talk 13 - Jason & Stephanie Larson - Hamburg Snowmobile Club

November 05, 2020 17:29 - 27 minutes - 63.9 MB

https://www.hamburgsledheads.com https://www.ridetughill.com https://www.upstatesnow.com

Trail Talk 12 - Kyle and Rocco from KDK

October 28, 2020 02:02 - 33 minutes - 29.7 MB

Special thanks to the Southern Tug Hill Sno-Riders and KDK Sports for your support of the snowmobiling community and Upstate Snow www.ridetughill.com www.kdksports.com

Trail Talk 11 - Deb from Sledfreak

October 28, 2020 02:00 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MB

www.sledfreak.com www.thesledfreakstore.com

Trail Talk 10 - Chris Cawley

October 13, 2020 00:16 - 12 minutes - 15 MB

This is a special interview with Meteorologist Chris Cawley, long time friend of Rich Lupia, whom did the weather on Upstate Snow from the end of 2014 until this past March. He has an interesting snowmobile story and we chat about a few other things.

Trail Talk 9 - Chris Rinck

October 13, 2020 00:15 - 22 minutes - 28 MB

Great podcast with Chris Rinck, President of Southern Tug Hill Sno-Riders. You’ll want to listen to the whole thing. Great discussion on riding the hill, issues you’ve always wondered about, and what you can do to make your Tug Hill experience the best…

Trail Talk 8 - Cody Schuster

October 13, 2020 00:13 - 15 minutes - 19.6 MB

This edition of the Trail Talk Podcast we go into why it’s important to have the best equipment for your sled, especially skis! If you have thought about aftermarket skis or don’t really think it will be worth the investment, listen to the podcast as Cody Schuster makes some great points as to why you

Trail Talk 7 - Darrin Harr 4

October 13, 2020 00:12 - 8 minutes - 13.2 MB

This was just two good snowmobile buddies having conversation after recording our previous podcasts. File this under good advice for snowmobiling and life…

Trail Talk 6 - Darrin Harr 3

October 13, 2020 00:11 - 26 minutes - 42.7 MB

This one is Darrin Harr from ilsnow.com and I sharing more stories of snowmobiling and life in general…

Trail Talk 5 - Chris Skipper

October 13, 2020 00:09 - 18 minutes - 15.7 MB

This podcast was recorded Saturday December 7, 2019 at Timberview Lodge in Turin with Chris Skipper, president of the Turin Ridge Riders. The message: Communicate with clubs! Ask questions. Don’t assume. And join where you ride!

Trail Talk 4 - Jim Rolf 2

October 13, 2020 00:08 - 20 minutes - 33.3 MB

Jim Rolf, Trail Coordinator for the NYS Snowmobile Association (NYSSA) goes in depth on his work for NYSSA, legal issues, working with NYS Parks & Rec and more!

Trail Talk 3 - Darrin Harr 2

October 13, 2020 00:06 - 24 minutes - 40.3 MB

In the second part of our interview with Darrin Harr we talk more about snowmobile issues including safety on the trails and lawsuits pending in the Adirondacks regarding snowmobile use and trails.

Trail Talk 2 - Jim Rolf 1

October 13, 2020 00:04 - 24 minutes - 28 MB

This edition of the Trail Talk Podcast is part 1 of my interview with Jim Rolf, Trail Coordinator for the New York State Snowmobile Association (NYSSA)

Trail Talk 1 - Darrin Harr 1

October 12, 2020 19:56 - 38 minutes - 47.1 MB

Darrin goes in depth into his life, growing up into snowmobiling, how ilsnow.com started and much more!