Talk about rugged American individualism, this dude Josh Randich has it in heaps. He lives a pretty quintessentially Alaska lifestyle. Grind in the summer and play in the winter. Really cool the PBS show Indie Alaska is providing profiles on characters like this. FIND MORE HERE.

Speed riding: Extreme skiing in the sky | INDIE ALASKA

INDIE ALASKA is an original video series produced by Alaska Public Media in partnership with PBS Digital Studios. The videos capture the diverse and colorful lifestyles of everyday Alaskans at work and at play. Together, these stories present a fresh and authentic look at living in Alaska.

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture....