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The Big Access Podcast is all about access control and what ProdataKey (PDK) can provide in this industry. With new innovation and principles, we believe that the best type of access control is one that gives peace of mind, protecting life and property. Listen in as we discuss various topics on this type of business and industry and how you could get started! Not only that, but how you could also become a partner with PDK! Our main goal is to be able to provide people with the best informati ...
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Hugh Miller, a renowned paraglider pilot, has recently transitioned to flying sailplanes, capturing interest with his first competition experience. His journey highlights the challenges and excitement of learning a new aviation discipline. The piece reflects on the differences between paragliding and gliding and explores the unique skills required …
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Gavin McClurg, an accomplished extreme sports athlete and Patagonia ambassador, discusses his experiences with risk, flow, and mentorship in extreme sports on the Exit Point Podcast. He covers his history in ski racing, close calls in kayaking, and confidence-building from sailing around the world, emphasizing his expertise in paragliding.…
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Welcome back to another amazing episode of The Big Access Podcast, thanks for following along! In this episode, Brach was joined by Cole Nebeker (Training and Events Manager), Jeromy Stokes (Tech Support Manager), Dallan Labrum (Exec VP of Sales), and Tim Baker (Director of Operations) to talk all about ProdataKey’s unique approaches to tech suppor…
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Mathew Fiddes, a relatively new pilot, set out to win the Australian XC league in the 23' XContest season. Despite early challenges, he aimed for 52 100 km flights in a season and achieved this goal by traveling extensively. A discussion at the Red Rocks Wide Open covers his journey and future aspirations.…
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Welcome back to another excellent episode of The Big Access Podcast, thanks for tuning in! This week Brach was joined by members of the PDK sales team, Dallan Labrum, Tanner Bengtzen, and Sean Blaisdell to talk all about system design! PDK is all about supporting partner success. Part of that is by providing partners with the tools and resources th…
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Peter Von Känel and Chrigel Maurer embarked on the Xpeaks 82 summits project, becoming the first to link all 82 of the 4,000-meter peaks in the Alps using only their feet and paragliders. Despite weather challenges, they completed the mission in a remarkable 51 days through teamwork, expert skills, and careful resource management, and "embracing un…
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Welcome back to another fantastic episode of The Big Access Podcast, thanks for tuning in! This week Brach was joined by PDK Regional Sales Director, Marshall Burton and Jared from Brownies Lock and Security, to talk all about the ProdataKey partner program! Initially, Brownies Lock was focused primarily on locksmithing, but over the last few years…
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The episode features Benni Bölli, the inventor and designer behind Flare kites, discussing "flaring" or parakiting, a sport combining kitesurfing and paragliding elements. He explains the Flare system's dynamic nature, emphasizing safe handling, training, and the significant differences and benefits between parakites and traditional paragliders for…
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Welcome back to another fantastic episode of The Big Access Podcast, thanks for tuning in! In this episode, Brach was joined by Dallan, Marshall, and Benji Bolick aka The Door Dork! Exciting news… Benji just joined the ProdataKey outside sales team and will be covering the PNW Region! In this episode, we talk all about PDK’s diverse hardware option…
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In this Ask Me Anything episode, three main questions from Patreon supporters are addressed. Topics include the new class of C wing 2-Liners with insights from SIV expert Malin Lobb, tips for a first bivvy in the Alps, and advice on assessing readiness for big challenges such as new lines or expeditions.…
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Mike Vergalla, founder of the Free Flight Lab, delves into his paragliding journey and highlights the lab's pillars: climate science, conservation, and safety. He discusses paragliding's potential in research and environmental conservation, emphasizing the need for more data. The conversation also covers the environmental impact, community responsi…
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Welcome back to another awesome episode of The Big Access Podcast. In this week’s episode, Brach was joined by members of PDK’s Integrations Team, Billy and TJ, to talk all about the Open API, integrations, and PDK’s overall approach to connecting with 3rd-party platforms! If you’re into software, get ready to nerd out! PDK takes on a unique approa…
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Welcome back to another episode of the Big Access Podcast! This week, Brach and Marshall were joined by Daren Egan, Sales Manager at Peak Alarm! Peak Alarm is one of the Mountain West region’s most prominent integrators, SDM’s 2023 Dealer of the Year, and one of PDK’s strongest partners. In this episode, they talk about the rise of Peak Alarm, recu…
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Jeremy Wilstein discovered breathwork, inspired by Wim Hof, and has been teaching it for 8 years, benefiting performance, safety, mental stability, and well-being. His exercises, enhancing sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, aid decision-making, reduce anxiety, improve physical recovery, and simulate altitude training. Breathwork is pi…
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Welcome back to another episode of the Big Access Podcast! This week, we were joined by John Taschetta from Structured WNY to talk about why PDK is an excellent fit for warehouses and manufacturing facilities! Warehouse and manufacturing spaces usually have wide open spaces, steel construction, high ceilings, and exterior spaces that need security—…
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Dick Jackson takes on his remarkable journey as an alpinist and paragliding pioneer, covering his early expeditions, the evolution of paragliding in Aspen, and technological advancements in free flight. He reminisces about adventurous flights, the camaraderie in the sport, and reflects on grief, spirituality, and the profound impact of mountains on…
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My neighbor and mentor Nate Scales has been flying paragliders at a high level for over 30 years. He competed in the 2007 Red Bull X-Alps. Owned the US foot launch record out of Idaho, where conditions can be about as rough as it can get. He has been flying 2 liners since their inception in 2009. But until this week had never done an SIV, and never…
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Martin Scheel was one of the best climbers in the world when he discovered paragliding and the sky crack immediately became his new passion. His images and videos have entertained and awed for several decades across the free-flight spectrum. In the mid 90's he helped create the Swiss League and has headed it up since. His collaborative efforts with…
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n this episode Bill takes us on a deep dive into the physiology of hypoxia, sleep and aging and what we can (and should) do to help combat the effects of each when it comes to flying. Hypoxia can greatly reduce our mental acuities, often without our knowledge. It can be sudden and can be radically different from day to day. The bottom line- when op…
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We know this is a hot topic… access control for enterprise installations. Jose Saavedra, System Integration Designer/Engineer at Bravas, joins the Big Access Podcast to break it down and debunk some of the myths out there. Bravas shares their insight with their experience working with a variety of security projects and end-user applications. Brach …
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John Heiney started hang gliding in 1978 and he's still going strong today. His photographs of free flight have been on more than 50 magazine covers. He broke the Guinness World Record for looping in 1988. And then he broke his own record again ten years later! He was crowned the world aerobatics champion four times. He's a machinist; diesel rabbit…
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Jake Voll and Chris Ray from SS&SI join the Big Access Podcast! The SS&SI Dealer Network is a value-added security and smart home products distributor, but like PDK, they go above and beyond just order taking and box moving. This episode talks about personalized sales support, building customer relationships, setting yourself apart from the competi…
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Kinga Masztalerz gets after it. She picked up paragliding not too long ago, but has been pretty fierce about chasing it hard from the beginning. She's tackled the Red Bull X-Alps twice, flown all over the world, runs her own hike and fly race in New Zealand, and instructs at home in New Zealand and in places like Bir, India. But her journey has had…
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Tom Peghiny's lifelong passion for flying, beginning with hang gliders at age 13, progressed the sport significantly. A key figure in early hang gliding, he competed in the first US Nationals and World Championships, advocating for safety and design innovation. Now into paragliding, Tom's enduring enthusiasm has been central to his life's work, inf…
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Winner, winner! ProdataKey was recently awarded Best Sales Support 2023 by ADI Global Distribution! Garrett Savage, ADI Director of Category Strategy, and Tanner Bengtzen, PDK Distribution, join the Big Access Podcast to discuss partnership, company culture, and what it means to win this award. Read more about this story: https://www.prodatakey.com…
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The US competition scene is thriving, led by women like National Champion Galen Kirkpatrick. Gavin McClurg interviews the leading US Women's team members (Alexia, Violeta, Jenny and Galen), discussing their impact and inclusive approach in paragliding. They share insights on competitions, advice for newcomers, and the importance of visibility and s…
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Galen Kirkpatrick rose from a beginner to the 2023 US National Paragliding Champion in seven years, becoming the first female champion. Her journey from fear of flying to the pinnacle of the sport involved intensive training, overcoming a significant fear, and a shift in mindset to prioritize fun and creativity. Her success has been a mix of person…
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