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As a company built on supporting the active and travel space, we’re excited to launch a new grant program that offers Spot employees $1,000 to put toward their next trip. Adventure is at the core of everything we do, so we want to encourage our employees to explore new places and experiences. Any full-time Spot employee can apply, and one employee will be awarded per quarter.⁠
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To kick things off, we're stoked to name Lacey Rivette as the first recipient—she put the grant toward her recent trip to the Dolomites. “I’ve been obsessed with the Dolomites for a very long time, in large part because of the hiking pictures showing up in my Instagram feed. It was just as incredible as I imagined it would be.”

Happy National Dog Day from your human friends at Spot!

Spot has been partnering with Berkshire East to provide their riders with injury insurance for years—so when recent travels brought Spot’s copywriter to New England for the summer, she jumped at the chance to give downhill mtb a shot at their .

Their 101 Learn to Ride Lesson is an incredible program for anyone who’s new to the sport—it’s an all-inclusive entry package to downhill mtb that includes a lift ticket, rental bike, body armor, helmet and a two-hour lesson.

In addition to Thunder Mountain Bike Park, Berkshire East offers 180 acres of skiable terrain, whitewater rafting, plus plenty of other experiences, making it a haven for year-round outdoor adventure in Western Massachusetts.

Read more:
https://www.getspot.com/journal/downhill-mountain-biking-101-with-our-partner-resort-berkshire-east

Tanner Stofferahn runs marketing and communications for the , where he has the opportunity to directly impact the preservation and restoration of the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway. He’s also a fly fishing guide with a background rooted in visual design—he’s created for brands like Routine Baseball, adidas and Rawlings to name a few.

We chat with Tanner about the uniqueness of the Riverway, how the Wild Rivers Conservancy is working to save the local mussel population from extinction and the art of catching an elusive musky with the help of a well-designed fly.

Read more:
https://www.getspot.com/journal/on-off-over-and-under-the-water-with-tanner-stofferahn

Spot has been partnering with USA BMX to provide their riders with injury insurance for several years, so we were stoked to have the opportunity to document the Lone Star Nationals in Houston.

One thing we really love about BMX is that while every race takes place on the same track, each heat is completely different—it’s unpredictable and chaotic, yet requires skilled precision and timing.

We couldn’t end our road trip to Denver without a final stop to ride Captain Jacks with Team Spot member and Colorado Springs local . Shoutout to .outfitter for dialing in our bikes—a great way to wrap up our journey!

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Made a pit stop in Basalt, Co on our way to Denver to connect with the talented crew to fish their local waters (caught some, lost more). We ended the night over fish tales and the infamous trout dip from .

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Truckee River scramble with .⁠
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No matter where your travels take you, there's an adventure waiting for you.⁠
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We’re stoked to announce our partnership with Jackson Hole Mountain Resort!

Skiers and riders can shred harder than ever on the mountain. Even send it down Corbets Couloir–if you dare.😉 Just make sure to add Spot to your season pass!

Visit: https://shop.jacksonhole.com/s/spot/p/spot-insurance


Image courtesy of Jackson Hole

Help us send Greg Lutzka good vibes for a speedy recovery as he recovers from surgery to repair his EPL tendon in his thumb.

Greg, get well soon! We're stoked to have your back during tough times. ❤️

Find yourself outside and imagine what’s possible. ✨

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Don’t look down. We dare you.

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In honor of , we're sharing 5 of our favorite mountain biking trails that will test your limits in our home state. Comment your favorite MTB trails below 👇

https://www.blog.getspot.com/post/our-5-favorite-mountain-biking-trails-in-texas

Our 5 Favorite Mountain Biking Trails in Texas Check out our top choices for the best mountain biking trails in Texas.

We’re beyond excited to announce that we’ve raised a Series A funding of $25 million, led by Ensemble VC. Tens of millions of people will now have access to simpler, more affordable coverage through our partners. And we have no intention of slowing down.

A huge thank you to our team at Spot, investors, collaborators, advisors, and everyone who has supported us along the way!

Here's the full story on how we're building the alternative to a broken US health insurance system: https://www.bizjournals.com/austin/inno/stories/fundings/2022/06/01/insurance-startup-raises-millions.html?cx_testId=40&cx_testVariant=cx_21&cx_artPos=2

Austin startup Spot Insurance raises $25M to cover injuries at ski resorts, sporting events, elsewhere This startup that offers short-term insurance — used, for example, by skiers hitting the slopes for a dew days — just scored $25 million.

At Spot, we know a thing or two about going headfirst over the handlebars of a bike. So, we put together some safety tips to give you the ultimate peace of mind when you're on two wheels!

https://www.blog.getspot.com/post/8-bike-safety-tips-for-ultimate-peace-of-mind-in-the-saddle

8 Bike Safety Tips for Ultimate Peace of Mind in the Saddle Eight bike safety tips to help you stay worry-free, avoid injury and make the most of your ride.

The unofficial kick-off to summer is here! Check out our easy tips to keep you and your loved ones safe this Memorial Day weekend. 🇺🇸

https://www.blog.getspot.com/post/memorial-day-saftey-tips

Memorial Day Saftey Tips Safety tips to keep you and your loved ones safe this Memorial Day weekend.

Who’s ready to explore the great outdoors?
Let’s go.

📸 Savannah Cummins

A big congrats to our ambassador Adrian Ballinger for completing the first recorded ski descent on Makalu- the world’s fifth-highest peak with a true summit of 27,766-feet.

Adrian and his climbing partners reached the peak on Monday morning at 9 AM in whiteout conditions. They’re the first team to reach the peak's summit this year.

We’re so proud to have such a hardworking and dedicated elite athlete on our team who sets records and pushes the limits of exploration!

We are honored to be listed as one of Forbes Top 100 Most Customer-Centric Companies of 2022! A big shout out to our customers who inspire us every single day.

https://www-forbes-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.forbes.com/sites/blakemorgan/2022/05/01/the-top-100-most-customer-centric-companies-of-2022/amp/

The Top 100 Most Customer-Centric Companies Of 2022 Customer experience is the great leveling field of business. These 100 companies stood out for their commitment to creating a customer-centric business, during COVID and today.

Big changes are happening in the ski and snowboard industry—and we’re stoked to play a part in it all! See how we’re changing the game for riders across the country. Spoiler alert: it involves peace of mind for more guests on more mountains—whether they’re just learning to ski or dropping into a double black diamond.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/michellebruton/2022/04/27/how-the-ski-and-snowboard-industry-is-changing-in-2022-and-what-comes-next/

How The Ski And Snowboard Industry Is Changing In 2022 (And What Comes Next) The 2021-22 ski and snowboard season was marked by industry shifts, from resort openings and closings due to Covid-19 to sustainability initiatives. On the retail side, new innovations like Step On bindings and wearable tech have pushed the sports. What will the ski industry look like in the future?

captured riding on an epic barrel wave that is usually impossible to ride by .

This might be our favorite pipe shot ever! 🤩

Pedal harder this season knowing we’ve got your back. Sign up for Spot’s on-the-bike injury coverage, available through several of our partners including Vermont Mountain Bike Association—a nonprofit organization that serves as the unified voice for mountain biking in Vermont.

VMBA members—purchase Spot for coverage anytime you’re on your bike. For $69/year, you'll get:
• Up to $25k coverage for out-of-pocket medical expenses for
sudden injuries on the bike
• $0 deductible
• Coverage that works with or without health insurance

Get the peace of mind you need to ride harder and go longer on the trails, with Spot. Learn more about the Spot x VMBA partnership at VMBA.getspot.com

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Did you know that bicycling leads to the highest number of sport and recreation-related emergency department visits for traumatic brain injuries in the US?

Find out how injury coverage can give your riders peace of mind when they're on the bike with Spot:
https://www.blog.getspot.com/post/why-your-biking-organization-needs-spot-insurance

Why Your Biking Organization Needs Spot Insurance Find out how Spot can add unparalleled value beyond great accident coverage to BMX, cycling, and mountain biking organizations.

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If you have a Spot policy and get injured on the mountain, follow these 6 easy steps:

https://www.blog.getspot.com/post/follow-these-6-steps-after-an-accident-on-the-mountain

6 Steps to Follow After an Accident on the Mountain We created 6 steps to follow if you get hurt on the mountain to make your accident as painless as possible.

Did you know Greece has become one of the world's most beloved destinations for climbing enthusiasts?

Matt Segal recently took a trip to Leonidi, Greece to scale some massive rocks with jaw-dropping views in every direction.

📸 Tyler Allen

Injuries put riders on the sidelines. Medical bills keep them there. That's why Ikon Pass has partnered with Spot and raised the bar on what it means to be a premier ski resort.

Learn more about the Spot | Ikon Pass partnership here: https://www.blog.getspot.com/post/ikon-pass-spot-injury-coverage

Why Ikon Pass Chose Spot as their Official Insurance Provider Ikon Pass partnered with Spot Insurance to offer their pass holders peace of mind and financial protection at any Ikon Pass destination mountain.

We are pumped to announce our partnership with VMBA and provide their members with our injury coverage!

Spot Injury Insurance | Get Your Medical Bills Paid For Medical bills suck and so do high-deductible health insurance plans. If you get injured, whether you’re on a grand adventure or just in your kitchen, you can get your medical bills paid for whether you have health insurance or not. Spot is used by and trusted by top athletes like Travis Rice.

Thank you for the shoutout Coltech Global. We're so grateful to have such a talented and hard-working team helping us change the way people live forever. Stay tuned- we have some big plans for 2022! 🙌

A big shout-out to Spot Insurance this week! 🚑

If you haven't already heard about Spot, they are an insurance company with a difference. They are changing the way we think about insurance by continually revisiting, redesigning, and reimagining how it can be a force for better living.

So how was Spot created?

Good friends friends Maria Goy and Matt Randall got together for dinner one evening and were discussing everything insurance. An idea was created, a team was built and Spot was finally born with a mission to change the way people live, forever.

We can't wait to hear more about what Spot Insurance have in store for us in 2022! 👏🏻

To find out more about what Spot are about, check out their website: https://www.getspot.com/our-story

climbing desert ice in Zion National Park, Utah 🧗‍♀️

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