Exclusive access to private mountain: Thunderstruck Adventures’ unmatched winter wonderland

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The exhilaration of snowmobiling is an intoxicating blend of adrenaline, freedom and the appeal of pristine winter landscapes. It’s about the roar of the engine beneath you, the rush of cold air against your face, and the thrill of carving tracks through the untouched powder. 

But, as the world becomes more crowded and wild spaces harder and harder to find, the quest for unique and exclusive experiences in snowmobiling has never been more intense. At the heart of this crest is 26-year-old Clay Hockel, professional snowmobile rider-turned-entrepreneur behind Thunderstruck Adventures. 

With a spirit as free as the snowflakes that grace the slopes of Steamboat Springs, Clay has successfully harnessed his passion for this extreme sport and entrepreneurial flair to create a snowmobiling experience that’s truly a cut above the ordinary.

Thunderstruck Adventures was born out of Clay’s insatiable desire to keep exploring the unspoiled winter wonderlands and his desire to provide others with the same experience.

“We’re not just offering a snowmobile ride. We’re offering an adventure into the heart of winter,” Clay shares. “A chance to go beyond the well-trodden path, into a world where nature’s beauty is still raw and unspoiled.”

Unlike other companies that are either limited to national forests or private properties like pastures, what sets Thunderstruck Adventures’ offer apart is its exclusive private mountain tours.

The private mountain tour is truly an experience like no other. Clay reveals that the terrain is incredibly diverse, accommodating everyone from beginners who want to ride the trails to some of the industry’s best riders who desire a brand-new thrill. 

“It’s truly a league of its own. We’ve had world-champion hill climbers and industry professionals film multiple movies on our mountain,” Clay says. “We’ve also filmed videos of professional riders riding some of the best backcountry riding on our mountain. 

Opposed to the well-trodden trails of national forests, where snowmobilers must often follow in the wake of others, the private mountain tours provide a rare chance to carve fresh tracks, allowing riders—guided by Olympian and X Games veterans of snowmobiling—to chart their own course based on their level of experience and sense of adventure.

The tours’ exclusivity is another critical aspect of their allure. Here, people aren’t just one rider among many – they’re part of an elite group of explorers who have been granted access to an enchanting winter wonderland.

The state-of-the-art snowmobiles provided by Thunderstruck Adventures add another layer of excitement. These modern machines, fitted with the latest technology and safety features, ensure that riders not only enjoy the thrill of the ride but also feel secure as they explore the private mountain terrain.

“We are one of the few companies that invest in new sleds every single year. Many other companies run their sleds for five to seven years, but they can’t match the quality or performance of a new sled,” Clay states.

From the cliff drops and the pristine powder of the privately leased mountain terrain to the expert guidance of professional riders – each element adds to Thunderstruck Adventures’ secret sauce to success. 

Under Clay’s visionary guidance, the company has undoubtedly become an irresistible ticket to an untamed winter wonderland in Steamboat Springs, bringing the joy and the exhilaration of an unmatched snowmobiling experience to their ever-increasing number of patrons.

As Clay says, “We don’t just offer trails. We’re here to offer memories that last a lifetime.”