Athlete Information

  • Name: Chris Burandt
  • Age: 46
  • Home Town: Buena Vista, CO
  • Years Riding: 30+ years
  • Social Handles: Instagram- @chrisburandt211 | FaceBook- @chrisburandt
  • Snowmobile Brand: Polaris
  • Major Accolades/Accomplishments: 2007 Winter X Games Gold Medalist
  • Fav Sled: 1997 Indy 700 Rmk with the entire SLP catalog on it!
  • Fav Riding Area: Any steep north facing slope with trees on it!
  • Fav KLIM Gear: Klim F3 Carbon Helmet. Because I know when I have one on I'm doing something awesome!
  • Hobbies & Interests: Dirt biking, Bow hunting and shed hunting.
  • Unique thing people don't know about you: I've never broke a bone...yet.
  • Bucket List: Go hunting in Alaska or the Yukon, and ride my snowmobile everyday of the year. It's doable!

Meet the Backcountry team

Fueled by grit. Defined by performance. These are the riders who live KLIM every day by pushing boundaries, chasing elevation, and redefining what’s possible. From snow-covered peaks to rugged trails, they rely on world-class gear to match their world-class talent. Explore the full KLIM Athlete Team and get inspired by the spirit that drive our elite riders forward.