Stephen Koch Interview – Big Mountain Snowboard Legend You Most Likely Don’t Know About

Mike Hardaker

Mike Hardaker brings a lifelong passion for outdoor pursuits, honed through years of surfing in Orange County, California, and later expanded to snowboarding in the mountains after a stint on Maui. This diverse experience led him to found Mountain Weekly News. A dedicated gear tester, Mike spends his summers evaluating e-bikes, hunting equipment, and backpacking gear, transitioning to winter sports gear reviews, including splitboards and snowboards, during the colder months.