"Gimbal God," Spencer Whiting
Episode 23

Show Notes

Spencer Whiting is better known by his viral Instagram handle, Gimbal God, a staple account for video content across the ski and snowboard scene. Known for buttery smooth follow-cam clips in the terrain park with the biggest names in the sport, Spencer (or Spenny) is a reputable videographer with his eyes set on large-scale film projects.

Backcountry Podcast host Nils reflects on the pair’s recent trip to Bald Face Lodge with Spencer, who also gives his introspective take on risk assessment and work ethic. This episode shares how Spencer optimizes his creativity to pump out content—it’s a must-listen!

Watch Venture Beyond | Ep. 5 | Mind The Gap

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 – Intro
1:03 – Backcountry Riding
6:11 – Getting Started With Snow Safety
10:17 – Becoming Proficient In The Backcountry
13:49 – The State Of Snowboarding
19:16 – Value Of Film Projects
26:00 – Snowboarding's Cultural Challenge
31:12 – Risk Assessment & Mental Health
35:00 – Putting In The Hours
39:25 – Becoming Gimbal God
52:08 – What's Next

The Backcountry Podcast (Backcountry.com) is a collection of conversations with influential members of the outdoor community, including our athletes and ambassadors. We dive deep into widespread topics from guests’ perspectives, ranging from film projects to personal pursuits and outdoor industry news. The Backcountry Podcast is hosted by Backcountry athlete, professional snowboarder, University of Utah Mechanical Engineering graduate, and all-around mountain guy, Nils Mindnich.

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