North Country

[@jonbrown9490]

Here's an idea...instead of buying online this winter, buy at least one piece of gear( assuming you're buying anything) from your local shop. This proves local ski shops are vital to our communities and to our culture. 2020 sucks, let's make it suck a little less

[@ST-kr7hz]

I'm going to be doing this when I get my board this summer

[@yonatanhaim5692]

This is skiing! Forget the 3 sec clips of backflips that weren't landed or the heli ski runs that 99% of us will never have the luxury to enjoy. Great doc! thank you TGR!

[@secondunitmedia4863]

fully agreed!

[@lahouts]

Thank you!

[@seanfitzgerald8191]

This is my local shop and I couldn’t be prouder of it! Lahouts is the best

[@johnclunan4488]

I love this story and I will definitely be buying something at Lahout's this season. My first ski trip was to Mittersill when I was probably 6 or 7, we drove by Cannon and it was very scary. Sixty years later and having raised my 3 sons to become ski racers in Vermont, we recently moved to North Conway area and I am determined to get to Cannon this winter. Thanks again to sharing this wonderful story, your grandfather was quite a man!

[@blackfly29er]

Deeply touching. My first skis came from Lahout's, and I terrorized Cannon every time I stayed with my grandparents in Whitefield. After living and skiing out West the North Country spirit never fades.. RIP Joe Lahout

[@ashleyohara4405]

Authenticity in skiing at its finest. Growing up in New England enjoying snow sports and now living in Colorado for the past 15 years, I appreciate this short film. The focus on family and perseverance is clear. Well done!

[@lahouts]

Thank you Ashley!

[@ST-kr7hz]

TGR films just move me deeply. I love the vision you all have, the stories you tell.

[@ttruong225]

my favorite ski movie! I hope TGR does more movies like this.

[@jonathancaplan4444]

My family would make the pilgrimage too Lahouts every year. Making the long journey from St. J. Joe Sr and Gladys would always be there for us. In later years it was Joe Jr and Herb. Love this story so much. Hope you have another 100 yrs!!

[@theuhlanddoddamaniclan5351]

Best ski movie of the year. This is the one! Well done. Thanks.

[@RyanSymancek]

This is hands down the best ski film and story telling I've seen in a long long time. It always gives me hope when I see brands backing honest, long form story for films, and not just assembly lining cheap concepts to funnel traffic and turn profits. I'm just blown away by the work from Stept Studios and all involved here. It appears this took at least four years to film, edit, and release. That's a ton of time to sit on a project. It was well worth the wait. Thank you.

[@elmgrover]

I am a skier, but growing up in WV, the sport came to me later in life. The footage around 9-10 minutes takes me back to my own childhood with my Polish grandmother. A ski film, but so much more! Thanks TGR.

[@billmichaud]

Was not ready for that gutshot at the end. But so happy I found this. And will make the road trip to Lahouts on my next trip to home Vermont, summer or winter. With my dad, of course.

[@freelancing_101]

This will be my first year skiing. So excited and this video just brought me to that next level!

[@__andrew_romano__8140]

hell yea dawg!

[@DEBCO5]

Nice man! I've been skiing for 10 years and im 13! Have an awesome season!

[@SureRon]

It’ll change your life, I always struggles to find the right hobby for me and this is it.. after the first time I fell in love :) be confident and don’t be scared to fall!

[@freelancing_101]

Thanks for all the encouraging comments. Let’s ski boys!!!!

[@dougdavis8986]

Figured I'd watch 5 minutes, watched the whole thing. Very good.

[@troyfrazer8653]

This is a amazing tribute to a family who loved one another, cares about others and community along with appreciating the gift of the outdoors. Watching this documentary resurfaced joyful emotions from my past of learning to ski in the 70's, working in the industry, snowboarding in 80's, teaching my now adult boys who live in Colorado to ski and board, and lastly so many beautiful winter and outdoor activity memories. This movie puts into perspective that life is special, goes by quickly and can be enjoyed with practicality. Thank you for sharing.

[@ziggymatuszewski2803]

What a story !!! I wish there was a lot more films made this way to remind us what is important in our lives instead of constant idiocy and absurdity we are bombarded with every day. Great job and thank you very much.

[@sarahlachapelle825]

Thank you for showcasing my home in such a beautiful way

[@justinfewkes9313]

the people who made this did so good its like a movie

[@markjones3425]

GREAT story!1 Thanks for bringing it to light. As a life long dedicated skier I hear and see the same bit of history repeating itself again and again in all the great ski stories and this is one of them.

[@1DirtyKnuckle]

What a great film. Always makes me happy to see a family business with soul still surviving in corporate America.

[@jestertryna8956]

Die hard Snowboarder here, This is bad ass. I've been working at a 40 year old family owned Shop in Park city, Utah for going on 4 seasons now. I love the history and culture so much. I'm praying this is a good season so I can enjoy many seasons to come. Vail bought the resort a few years ago and ruined everything. We are one of the only family owned shops left. P.s. This is the season yer boi gets on some Ski's. yeeewwww

[@joemaxie4468]

a fantastic story....perfect for the Holiday's....the family bond is vital, needed more than ever now...Joe and all of you are an inspiration.... thank you for sharing this wonderful & touching look into the life of a true "hero" and family man...ps: we're planning a trip to the North Country for sure!

[@johnbarnes164]

This is a great tribute to Joe Lahout Snr and the store and his story is greatly received, long may the store run, keeping it real. RIP Joe Snr From a nobody snowboarder in the UK.

[@bigwave7207]

Thanks TGR for documenting this side of snow sliding. So much of our sport is done by humble and hardy athletes, at the end of a dirt road, in far from ideal conditions. The community and shared bonds we have as mountain people is so valuable.

[@TrillMurray]

This is cam and Nick from stept productions

[@MrBlackbergk]

Proud to say I've spent at least $1000 at Lahouts over the years❤ New Hampshire is my home

[@jeffdworkin1025]

Thanks, Anthony and the Lahout Family. This is not just a great story about your Family or the North County.....this is a great, American story. In the crazy divided times, we're currently living in, we need more stories like this.

[@jordanlaboucane3215]

What an incredible story, told and captured so well through this film. That human connection, family ties and a love for skiing that so many of us all share. Thank you TGR!

[@johnmumby7954]

An amazing piece of film-making that encapsulated the true spirit of skiing. Thanks for making it and putting it out there!

[@andyhart4329]

Im so happy this is where im able to ski every weekend.. Truly magical in the north country... Theres nothing else like it

[@andrews6161]

New England breeds 'em different! RIP Joe Lahout Sr. Didn't even know you but was touched by this film. All love

[@justinroland9266]

I’m always encouraged to hear stories of men and woman who share their memories of the ones who have shaped them and those individuals are always solid hardworking and loyal folks. Thanks for sharing your families story.

[@JenkinsB]

Deep shit right there, privileged to have seen and learned about this family & story. Keep kickin' ass.... - from VA

[@robertvargajr8736]

This....is...AMAZING!!!!!! Great story. THIS is what its all about!! Thank you for sharing.

[@powderbeast5598]

Beautiful story , thank you. Wishing all a good season. RIP Mr. Joe Lahout Sr.

[@OneEclecticStyle]

Fantastic Documentary! Just got me thinking about how many millions of people this one family has helped along over the years and impacted their lives in a positive way!

[@TrillMurray]

BANGER OPENER. "93 years old and I was born in this apartment" Nick and Cam still bringing the 🔥

[@ethankinsey6925]

Damn. Damn... just good shit. Almost cried but we're all not here forever. This man will forever be in my thoughts.

[@TheVillageCollector]

Wow, what a flood of memories this inspired! Thank you so much for making and posting this. A great tribute to a great man at the heart of the "Golden Age of Skiing".

[@keenanmanlove5241]

Man. I grew up near Laramie, Wyoming, and my family has owned a small cabin right near the Snowy Range Ski Resort in the northern part of the Rockies in the Snowy Range (hence the name haha). This video made me so emotional. The resort is right near the town of Centennial, Wyoming, where many local businesses and families have been since I can remember. It’s those kind of people that give these special, independent, small town Ski resorts the vibrance, life, and uniqueness that I grew up around and treasure. I hope that this part of Skiing never loses its soul!

[@StephBakerRealtor]

Love Love Love. Lahouts was my go-to. Mr. Lahout and his sons were always there.

[@elburns64]

Cool video. Small world. I recognized Anthony. Met him at Kingdom trails mountain biking at a trailhead on Columbus Day weekend.

[@Treepole]

Oh man!!! Our grand fathers were Grand!!! Thank you See you this winter!!!

[@mtadams2009]

Thank you TGR for making this beautiful video, it was truly beautiful. I have been skiing, hiking, climbing and backpacking the Whites for decades. I also have been shopping there for the same amount of times. I am a flat lander from the hills of Ma. and the Whites have always been there for me and so has Lahouts. I never knew the history and now its going to be even more special shopping there. I never purchase ski gear on line, ever. The Whites are special place and so is Lahouts, again thank you TGR

[@bastiian]

This is such a good watch! Heartwarming, real, sad, joyous and inspiring all at the same time. Well done TGR!

[@caleb5882]

been waiting for this! edit: watched it just now and its amazing

[@tjdad13]

TGR...once again you nail it! a story told so well.

[@XxNINJAxPRIMExX]

I live in New Hampshire and have actually shopped at lahouts and this just is great story and is so touching for the for sport of skiing 🤙 Great job TGR

[@kevinyoung5841]

What a wonderful story to share. I spent my working life in ski shops and still wok in the industry after more than 30 years, the best people in the industry are people like the Lahoots. They do it for the love of the mountains. I wish them all the very best for the future generations.

[@michaelmccann9358]

Awesome film that personifies the Heart of Skiing that is in all of us that love the sport, great work TGR !

[@shortginger88]

I wasn’t ready to cry but man did it feel good. Goosebumps through the whole thing, makes my heart ache and burst with joy simultaneously. The North Country is my home.

[@kidkazma5118]

I'm not crying, you're crying!

[@GrimBanana42]

Not you!

[@jasonbean4895]

This is an outstanding film! Thanks so much...

[@Tahoebobby]

What an epic and exceptional story. Thank you for sharing!

[@kodiak4240]

A great film of family and this great country! Thank you for reminding us of what made this north country.

[@selfcoachedrunner]

NH Native living in Idaho and riding a pair of skis my wife bought me as a wedding present from Lahout's before moving out!

[@nute8494]

I remember the store in Littleton, NH!

[@jediknight737]

What a fantastic story! Nice job Mr. Nick Martini!

[@MountainLust]

Beautiful edit, I ❤ Lincoln been hiking the Whites and riding Loon n Cannon since I was a kid, actually I bought my first pair of Martens at Lahouts in 97 I think

[@helgarivers6281]

This was fuckin amazing, pardon my French. The oldman lives in you boy, you can't help but carry on his legacy.

[@markleblanc291]

So powerful!! Even though he’s gone, What a huge inspiration!! Put the God damn skis on and go like hell!!

[@gordyharris]

This brought some tears to my eyes

[@zoso2o5o]

The heart of skiing.

[@MrGogogordo]

That was frickin sick! Thank you TGR!!

[@Sirskibumsalot]

Great story , great video ..... Im glad i found and watched it.... Thank you !! from just another ski bum ....

[@badcid1362]

Thank you man, thank you... This is amazing

[@thierryfossemalle7393]

Fantastic story and people, thanks

[@ryangaughan4173]

Well I didn’t cry like a baby watching this.............Legend

[@petercogan3396]

"I put the goddam skis on and got out there and did it." FuckinA Joe. That's a life. thanks for this documentary.

[@vtrider82]

Wicked awesome. I bought my first Burton snowboard jacket there in 1996.

[@jakobmackanych4685]

Thank you.

[@lukasblum8051]

What the hell!?! A commercial break every 2 minutes!?? Brave new world??

[@chucks263]

A beautiful story! Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@johnforbes86]

Brilliant just brilliant

[@deerhunter7482]

Video him as much as possible ,we lost our father in law at 95 . Great story !

[@realgoodmind]

Great story! Wish there were more places like this left. This is added to the winter vacation list when travel is safe.

[@Lizmilano1]

Great family history - love the ending track!

[@taylathomas32]

Dang. He passed away the exact date my grandma did. Can’t wait to go snowboard there one day and stop by the shop 🙏🏼

[@lahouts]

Hope to see you this winter.

[@lucasgibbonsmedia]

Such a rad movie! So much heritage

[@AndrewCDangler]

Awesome film and story!!

[@markymarkpowpow]

so well done! excellent story! just loved it!

[@mopahls]

Amazing story. Thanks for sharing.

[@elizabethmarcumparker2128]

Very moving film and family history

[@henryjones7879]

I have a personal connection with the owners and because of the pandemic for the first time since they opened there doors they have been closed for over a month.

[@nickpelland74]

Does anyone have the song name and artist for the last song about the notch and cannon? That hit right at home being from new hampshire and stopping at lahout's time to time.

[@anthony-j-alibrandi-369]

Wicked ! Awesome! Eternal life Blessings

[@MultiAz21]

Wow I live literally 2 h driving away from this place ! I definitely go there to ski when borders will open !

[@Thomas_Kha]

I would love to connect with the Lahouts! I've recently immigrated from Lebanon and there are Lahouts at my small hometown there.

[@lahouts]

come and visit cousin.

[@joelahout2091]

We are from Blouza in the Cedars.

[@Thomas_Kha]

@@joelahout2091 awesome! I’m very familiar with Blouza. The Lahouts I know live in chekka on the coast but come from Blouza (30 minutes away)

[@DragoFrench]

What a beautiful story, rest in peace Grandpa

[@williamkinzel3635]

WHAT A GREAT FILM. MORE OF THIS!

[@Dan-hn1lx]

The mountains do strange things to people.....The lure of the wild is insatiable.....

[@ivyholubar9191]

This is amazing it really made me feel hope

[@1972Konaboy]

What a beautiful story!!!!

[@cannon29]

Such a great video..

[@stuntboiz1017]

This is awesome!

[@kerrysupporter]

Nice video

[@Genepifilm]

Damn it , you made me cry

[@SolaceEasy]

Ski 'em like you stole them!

[@area51r]

What an awesome awesome family.

[@justinburgan]

Bravo, bravo.