The Ski Show Podcast - Austin Walstad (EP 127) | Ski Dox, Skiing Pro, Team USA, Starting a Ski Biz

Today we feature Austin Walstad, a little news, and a couple of hot takes from Matt and Adam. In our main interview, Austin Walstad shares his journey from a young skier in Rochester to a professional skier and member of Team USA. He discusses his early influences, the importance of mentorship, and his experiences in various skiing disciplines, including barefooting and jumping. Austin reflects on his time skiing at Bartlett's, Legoland, and Sea World, highlighting the unique aspects of each location. He also shares memorable moments from his time on Team USA, including a heartfelt proposal to Gabbie Tash in Australia. Austin also shares the journey of establishing Legacy Skis, a brand that emerged from the legacy of Connelly. He discusses the challenges faced in rebranding, the production process, and the excitement of expanding their product line. The conversation also highlights upcoming community events and Austin's aspirations in the skiing world, showcasing his dedication to the sport and the legacy of water skiing.

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0:00 Intro
1:31 Ski Season Kicks off
2:13 Bittersweet Reflections on Show Skiing for Adam
3:43 Upcoming Events and Highlights
6:50 Hot Takes
12:15 The Journey Begins: Austin's Early Skiing Days
16:30 Mentorship and Influences in Skiing
18:03 Diving into Barefooting: Skills and Development
21:00 Going Pro: Austin's Transition to Professional Skiing
25:28 Team USA: Experiences and Memories
27:08 Dual duty in Team USA shows - Skier and Driver
28:30 Memorable Moments on Team USA
30:05 2025 Team USA Memorable Moment - Adventures and Proposals
31:54 The Birth of Legacy Skis
37:09 Challenges in Rebranding and Production
41:45 Expanding the Product Line
43:15 Upcoming Events and Community Engagement - Water Ski Days
45:33 Future Aspirations in Skiing
46:38 Thank you's and Recap