AVANTS PODCAST
It's Party on the Bottom and Business on the Top with Krissy!
Krissy Wells joins us back in the studio to talk about the massive amount of Avants events coming up as well as the secret to finding all those elusive Avants Off-Road stickers!
The Wagon Invasion Begins
Justin Osmer is back this week and he’s taking Wagon Fest to the next level!
More Wagons Please!
Here at Avants we have one major complaint with car manufacturers and what they choose to sell in the US…they never give us enough wagons!
Rami Atherton - Quirky McLarens, LM002 Tires, and Everything You Should Know About Buying a Supercar
We sit down and talk with Rami Atherton, brand manager for McLaren Seattle. McLaren might not be new to the area at this point, but OpenRoad Auto Group has recently massively expanded the dealer and we talk to Rami about daily driven McLarens, racing, and the quirks that come with McLarens.
The Alpha of Alfas: Fred Russell
For the first official Avants Podcast, we bring in the Alpha of Alfas, Fred Russell!
Announcing The Avants Podcast!
In news that will probably shock almost no one, The Rain City Supercars Podcast is now officially the Avants Podcast.
Episode 213 - The Life, Times, and Adventures of Otis Porsche
You’ve probably heard that name before - Otis Porsche. If you’re like us, you probably didn’t realize Otis is actually the name of Richard and Dolores Ranhofer’s Porsche Cayenne, which sat on the dock of a bay a little too long. We meet with the elusive couple who have truly been pioneers in getting the Cayenne it’s off-road credit it actually deserves.
Episode 203 - Circuit of the Northwest Update! YES, IT IS HAPPENING!
We welcome Brian Nilsen with Circuit of the Northwest back as he confirms the track is coming! We also talk about customer service during COVID, DSRP vs MSRP, and welcome Daniella Lewis - head of membership for Circuit of the Northwest. We are very excited to have another track that's really happening, but it's going to be so much more than just another track!
Episode 196 - It's Krissy from Avants!
It’s so weird to say “Krissy from Avants” when we’ve known Krissy as our girl at LeMay for so long. We are so excited to see where she takes Avants and how Avants is going to grow from Adam bringing her onboard. Krissy adds a wealth of knowledge and experience in the car world and we catch up with her and what she’s got planned.
Episode 194 - You Down With BBP?
Dan’s out and Branden Ben Powell is in! Nick and Branden talk building an off-road community, building the Pinzgauer, magnets (how do they work?!), and even have a GIVEAWAY! Tune and be sure to leave us a comment! Follow BBP on IG at Sarpinz!
Episode 189 - The Boys Are Back In Town
Dan’s back and in a new place! Krissy is now with Avants! Covid rules have been lifted! FREEDOM! Yes, it’s also the 4th of July episode and we discuss which cars the MOST American you can buy. Some are surprising, some are not, but we had a great time making this episode.
Episode 183 - Sound Advice from Sound Wheel Works
On this episode we talk with Corey Youngren, owner of Sound Wheel Works. Corey has been in the wheel repair business for over 30 years and knows more about wheel repair than anyone we know. Almost all the local shops use his services and we have been customers ourselves since they opened, long before their Avants partnership. If you want to fix your wheels, change the color, or restore an older set, these are the ones to go to! Find out more about them at SoundWheelWorks.com
Episode 167 - Monkeys, Movie Cars, Vectors, and Off-Road Events!
In this Dan and Nick episode we talk about riding Monkeys, movie cars we can’t think of, Mr. Feeny, Vectors, and the return of the extremely popular Avants Off-Road Events that we will be at, handing out prizes!
Episode 160 - Snow Wheeling; Our Cure for Covid Boredom
In this shorter episode we discuss our latest little adventure and a few highlights from the week. We have a lot of new and interesting guests coming up in the next few episodes we know you’re really going to enjoy. For now, enjoy this short take!
Episode 159 - The RCS School for People Who Don't Off-Road Good
We get asked all the time, so we made it a highly controversial episode so you can yell at us while listening in your car!
Episode 158 - A Snowy Stampede and Another Lockdown
Covid may have locked us all down again, but there’s no restrictions off-road! We went up to Stampede Pass last weekend for some snow-wheeling and of course came back with more stories. This episode is all about driving in the thick stuff and settling that AT vs MT tire debate! Also, check out this awesome product for airing up and airing down! We consider this a must have for offroading and they’re made by a guy down in Oregon. We don’t get anything from this, but we are happy to promote it because it just works so well - https://morrflate.com/
Episode 156 - Picking The Right Off-Road Vehicle
When it comes to picking the right off-road vehicle, what you want may not be the right tool for the job. Raptor? Terrible for trails. 4Runner? Not exactly built for Baja. Jeep? Not exactly built for… asphalt. That said, all are recognized as some of the best in their class. Then there’s Subaru, which keeps defying the odds with just a little bit of work.
Episode 148 - CAGS is a Crock, Rally Time, and the Avants Magazine Launch!
In this short episode we talk about CAGS, the RCS Rally, and the new Avants Magazine! This is a shorter episode, but stay tuned, we are heading out on our 2020 Rally and the stories will be coming!
Episode 141 - From Motorhomes to Minis with Greg Birch
In this especially interesting episode we talk to Dr Greg Birch, the grandson of Alex Birch, one of the lead engineers on the coolest vehicles of it’s kind, GMC Motorhome! Greg is also an accomplished driver, mechanic, and Mini collector who is exceptionally knowledgeable in all things he’s interested. Tune in to this really interesting episode full of fun information! Also, be sure to check out the gallery for this episode! Karl took some amazing photos as usual and Greg was kind enough to share some really great photos of the motorhomes his grandfather helped create.
Episode 137 - Driving Discussions with Doug of Drivers Club
In this fun episode we talk about snorkels, diff breathers, 3rd row seating, bad coil overs, and how in the world did BMW get a factory roll cage in a car?! If you know the answer to that one, let us know!
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