Episodes
Better late than never! We continue our discussion on the whitewater industry, from there we get into some pre-Green Race banter, listener email and epic rants! Enjoy! Hammer Factor Subscription Options: Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/amongstit-inc/id1095013227?mt=2 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-grace/the-hammer-factor?refid=stpr RSS Direct Feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/HammerFactor Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfNW1jev8xx84dc05QZGqKA Facebook:...
Published 11/22/19
We got us a hell uva’ show lined up. Industry news, CO water rights with Dan Niemala and Kristina Wynne, Gore Race wrap-up with Hattie Johnson, and double rants and raves. Yes that’s right, we had several folks complain about rants and raves not being in the last show so we’re gonna open with rants […]
Published 09/06/19
In this episode, we get Scott Byers, brand manager at Confluence Outdoor, on the show to set the record straight on rumors of trouble at Dagger Kayaks. Next, we dive back into Swiftwater Rescue. Lastly, we get Great Falls Race organizer, Geoff Calhoun on the show to talk about this year’s event. Enjoy! ***Dagger Outburst […]
Published 08/22/19
In this episode, we auction off a Dagger Outburst to raise money for the Boise Whitewater Park and Outdoor Alliance!  Of course we hit listener mail, rants and raves and more! ***Dagger Outburst Auction***: https://www.ebay.com/itm/Hammer-Factor-Dagger-Outburst-Strategic-Reserve-Release/264421585415   Hammer Factor Subscription Options: Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/amongstit-inc/id1095013227?mt=2 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-grace/the-hammer-factor?refid=stpr...
Published 08/09/19
In this episode, we have two-time world champion on the show, Mariann Saether to discuss her recent win at the prestigious North Fork Championship.  Enjoy and thanks for listening!   Hammer Factor Subscription Options: Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/amongstit-inc/id1095013227?mt=2 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-grace/the-hammer-factor?refid=stpr RSS Direct Feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/HammerFactor Youtube:...
Published 06/21/19
Special thanks to The Oh-Be-Joyful Race for sponsoring the show! In this episode, we bring Tom Sherburne from Shred Ready Helmets on the show to discuss helmet technology.  In particular to answer why MIPS technology is not used in whitewater helmets?  From there we, unfortunately, had to dig into a little paddle offset and feather […]
Published 05/14/19
Check out the incredible, Ekstremesportveko ! Enjoy Part 2 of this show! The Hi-N-Dry Hammer Factor Subscription Options: Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/amongstit-inc/id1095013227?mt=2 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-grace/the-hammer-factor?refid=stpr RSS Direct Feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/HammerFactor Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfNW1jev8xx84dc05QZGqKA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hammerfactor/?
Published 03/13/19
Check out the incredible, Ekstremesportveko ! In this episode, we discuss the historic public lands package that just passed through Congress.  American Whitewater, Outdoor Alliance and a host of other agencies along with millions of Americans are responsible for protecting hundreds of miles of river and millions of acres.  Congrats to all involved.  From there […]
Published 03/08/19
Check out the incredible, Ekstremesportveko ! In this first episode of the New Year, we bring editor of Banks Mag, Ryan Bailey on to discuss the Midas Gold Stibnite site in the headwaters of the South Salmon and the origins of Banks Mag. From there we make our New Year’s resolution of no more paddle […]
Published 01/21/19
Check out the incredible, Ekstremesportveko ! In this first episode of the New Year, we bring editor of Banks Mag, Ryan Bailey on to discuss the Midas Gold Stibnite site in the headwaters of the South Salmon and the origins of Banks Mag. From there we make our New Year's resolution of no more paddle feather talk. Shane Benedict comes on to answer the question of why boats break more than they used. Of course, we cover listener mail and everyone's favorite rants and raves!  As always...
Published 01/21/19
Get your Whitewater Journal here!  https://squareup.com/store/hammerfactor In this episode, we bring J.T. Hartman on the show to discuss his advanced biomechanics research on the “Differences in Core Rotation and Maximum Forward Reach between Whitewater Kayakers using Feathered and Unfeathered Paddle Blades”.  See the results of the study below!  As well we have American Meteorological Society Award winner […]
Published 12/12/18
Check it out, The Whitewater Journal! So many rivers, so many places, such good people!  Our experiences on the river are so treasured, but all too often some of the most precious details slip away from our memories.  Give yourself or that special paddler in your life The Whitewater Journal to act as a keep […]
Published 12/06/18
In this episode, we discuss the Green Race and the new Green Race Conservation Project (GRCP). From there we segway into our back pain discussion with advice from Dr. Liz Koch, PT, DPT. Finally, we bring in a relationship expert to cover the finer points of maintaining a relationship while paddling. As always we have […]
Published 10/24/18
This episode is brought to you by 8 Weeks Out Whitewater Race Training Plan. Sign up here: https://hammerfactor.com/ In this episode, we bring Bren Orton back on the show to discuss his epic at Alexandria Falls. Joining this discussion is world record waterfall holder, Tyler Bradt. We dig deep into whether running waterfalls is an […]
Published 09/24/18
This show brought to you by Shred Ready! https://www.shredready.com/ Tdub4eva promo code at Shredready.com! In this episode we dig deep into the Nouria Newman story and discuss her recent 400km solo trip ending in the Indus River. From there we discuss epic crashes on Alexandria Falls, policy updates, listener mail and epic rants and raves! […]
Published 08/28/18
Top Of Show Sponsor: CKS Online Get in touch with Dr Hetzler at: 831 458 6272 In this episode we discuss exostosis or abnormal bone growth within the ear canal. This is a common problem many kayakers face due to the exposure of cold water getting in the ear. Our celebrity guest, Dr. Douglas Hetzler, […]
Published 08/09/18
Top Of Show Sponsor: CKS Online The band is back together in this episode as we catch up with Kevin Colburn from American Whitewater after the recent success passing Wild and Scenic Designation for East Rosebud Creek. President Donald Trump on Thursday signed into law a bill protecting 20 miles of East Rosebud Creek as […]
Published 08/03/18
Top Of Show Sponsor: Badfish SUP Erik Boomer takes us on a wild ride during this hour long, in-depth ‘Hot Seat’ interview! From eating wild rabbits for survival to first descents in the Arctic we dig deep with one of the world’s truly great explorers. You can follow Erik on Instgram: @eboomer and as always […]
Published 07/13/18
Top Of Show Sponsor: https://badfishsup.com/ In this second episode of a two part series Aniol Serrasolses takes us through his winning run at The North Fork Championship held on the iconic North Fork of the Payette River. Enjoy and thank you for listening. Subscription Options: Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/amongstit-inc/id1095013227?mt=2 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-grace/the-hammer-factor?refid=stpr RSS Direct Feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/HammerFactor...
Published 06/28/18
Top Of Show Sponsor: https://badfishsup.com/ In this episode we discuss two of the ‘toughest’ races in kayaking with the winners of each race. Aniol Serrasolses takes us through his winning run at The North Fork Championship held on the iconic North Fork of the Payette River. As well Andrew McEwan fills us in on what...Continue reading
Published 06/26/18
Top Of Show Sponsor: https://www.riversports.com/ In this episode: – Weld has a big anouncement – ABRG fills us in on the new Cocaine – Kevin Colburn sets us straight on packrafts – Viewer Mail – Rants and Raves and so much more… Subscription Options: Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/amongstit-inc/id1095013227?mt=2 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-grace/the-hammer-factor?refid=stpr RSS Direct Feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/HammerFactor Youtube:...
Published 05/28/18
Top Of Show Sponsor: 4 Corners Riversports Rants And Raves Sponsor: Liquidlogic Kayaks   Subscription Options: Itunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/amongstit-inc/id1095013227?mt=2 Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/john-grace/the-hammer-factor?refid=stpr RSS Direct Feed: http://feeds.feedburner.com/HammerFactor Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfNW1jev8xx84dc05QZGqKA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hammerfactor/?   Hollllly frijoles peeps…Its episode 50 of the Hammer...
Published 05/11/18
Top Of Show Sponsor: https://www.riversports.com/ Rants And Raves Sponsor: https://www.liquidlogickayaks.com/   Show notes April 27 2018 WOW. What a show we have today. Celebrities, schemes, shark v bear, the roll out of Hammer Factor VM, and much much more. So lets catch up shall we? What have we been up to? Lots of love on Nicole, Some...Continue reading
Published 04/27/18