principal

Dan Dixson

Born in Truckee, California and raised in Squaw Valley, skiing, running, mountaineering and backcountry adventure is ingrained in his DNA. Dan went to The University of Nevada, Reno where he was a member of the ski team while earning a degree in Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences, and minor in English Literature. Dan spent one year skiing in Japan where he happily absorbed and embraced their mountain culture, but ultimately returned home as he is a Sierra man through and through.

As the driving force of Level 8 Outdoor, Dan Dixson inspires his team with a smile, and lets his progressive actions and deep friendships throughout the outdoor industry speak for him. With over 21 years experience as a rep and with multiple sales awards accredited to Level8, Dan hasn't let off at all, he continually pushes his genuine sales approach to the next level.

Today, fatherhood is Dan's dedicated adventure. Nothing motivates Dan to succeed more than seeing the smile of his son, at the end of a big day in the mountains. Dan's success means more days in the mountains and more smiles.

partner/Sales rep

Derek Dimitri

Derek eats and breathes the outdoor lifestyle. There are not enough hours in the day or days in the week to get out on the snow, dirt, or rock.

Born and raised in the small town of Genoa, NV with the Eastern Sierras as his backyard playground. A passionate skier since the age of 3 he could almost always be found exploring Kirkwood and the surrounding backcountry during the winter and climbing or mountain biking his way throughout the basin all summer.

While pursuing a marketing degree at the University of Nevada, Reno, Derek found himself working at a small specialty outdoor shop selling climbing, kayaking, and skiing equipment. A "jack of all trades" Derek mastered everything at the retail level. As a buyer, manager, ski tech, kayak/surfboard repairman, electrician, or janitor there was no job he wasn’t willing to do.

After 10 years in retail, Derek jumped into the rep biz working for a few small ski brands during the winter months and wrenching at bike shops all summer. Joining the Level 8 team is a dream come true and he can’t wait to share his passion and knowledge for gear with everyone he encounters along the way.

Sales rep

Brian Long

Brian was born and raised in the beautiful coastal town of San Luis Obispo, California and has always had a deep connection with the outdoors. His journey into the world of outdoor adventure began in his boy scout days, where he learned the ropes of camping, hiking, and the importance of environmental stewardship.

During summers, he found himself guiding kayak tours through breathtaking sea caves, sharing the wonders of the ocean with others. When winter came around, he embraced the cold by snow camping and snowboarding. His passion for adventure led him to discover rock climbing at the young age of 13 in a small local climbing gym. The feeling of freedom was unforgettable, and he quickly developed a love for exploring the mountains and seeking new challenges and adventures in the high alpine terrain. A winter working at Mammoth Mountain marked a turning point in his outdoor journey. It was there that he delved into backcountry skiing, an experience that opened the door to ski mountaineering and the world of ultra running, and he yearned to share this passion with others. Upon returning to San Luis Obispo, he decided that I couldn't leave the mountain life behind and immersed himself in the outdoor industry by working at a specialty retail shop, honing his skills as a ski tech and boot fitter. He thrived on helping fellow outdoor enthusiasts find the perfect gear to pursue their own adventures whether it was for skiing, climbing, or any other outdoor pursuit.

Now, as a proud member of the Level 8 and Sierra Outdoor Collective teams, he is beyond excited to continue this journey. His goal is to help people achieve their next mission, whether it's summiting a peak, conquering a challenging climb, or embarking on an unforgettable backcountry adventure. He’s here to share his expertise, passion, and unwavering commitment to the outdoor lifestyle with everyone he meets. 

Sales rep

Tory Brydges

Born in the Southern California mountains, Tory was raised to love the outdoors by his family. He spent many summers at home on Big Bear Lake, SoCal deserts and the Eastern Sierra. Growing up in a resort town with a ski instructor/professional mountain bike racer as a father, many days were spent on the hill creating a deep-seated passion for action sports. 

Tory’s life has been largely influenced by the outdoor ondustry growing up with two Big Bear-based Outdoor Sales Reps—close family friend Mark Fulton and step-father Dan Miller.

Tory eventually moved from the mountains to the coast and found a love for water-sports spending most of his time spear-fishing, scuba diving and sailing. While teaching sailing at San Diego State University, the call of the outdoor industry became too loud to ignore, and he began his career as a Sales Rep with Pacific Crest Trading.

Today he’s found mostly at his desk managing orders but when not visiting accounts or pounding keys, you’ll find him in the High Sierra, on his mountain bike or in the surf with a fly rod.

Sales rep

J. Digiacomo

Having grown up in a small town in Oregon, son to a park ranger, J was spending overnights in the woods while still in diapers. That love for the outdoors followed him into adulthood. If not out rock climbing in Northern Arizona, he’s spending time with his two huskies and beautiful girlfriend mountain biking, paddle boarding, or backpacking. With adventuring always on the forefront of the brain, J never misses an opportunity to use his years of sales, retail, and guiding experience to help educate others on the benefits of getting outside and the gear that will help them enjoy their experience.