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history repeats itself, come September we’re swamped at OSM and under the gun with numerous projects, multiple magazines, programs and trade shows that all overlap each other over the next six months.

Haydays 2015 - we were there and the weather was as good as we could have hoped for. It wasn’t too hot, and the rain held off. As an exhibitor of Haydays, and a guy that likes touring the swap, good weather is all you can ask for… Other than that tasty taco truck, that was replaced by a donut and smoothie truck.

BBQ’s were a big hit, and we really enjoy them. If you were there, we hope you made it over to our booth.

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We recently managed to visit a few different museums like Top of the Lake, in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, and the Snowmobile Barn in New Jersey.

If you have the time or find yourself close to either of these places, it’s worth a stop, even if you have to go out of your way a little. Pat and I drove a few extra hours to check out the Snowmobile Barn on our way to the Eastern National Grass Drags. For us, it completed the road trip. It’s memorable for sure, to see that great collection of snowmobiles. We took in a lot of amazing sleds over the weekend.

Well, in this issue of OSM 30.2, you’ll find our famous, and ever so popular “Shop Motivation” article with a twist. We have great columns written by leading industry and real world snowmobile enthusiasts, and a few educational sled reviews. You’ll enjoy our usual ‘keeping it real’, fun filled, regular but never predictable, ‘Departments’. Our Pre-Season Buyer’s guide, complete with a list of pieces, parts and accessories you’ll want on your shopping list this season, is nestled between these pages. You’ll read about the upcoming 28th Annual Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV & Powersports Show, giving you the update on what’s to come and the various features of the show, such as the insane Freestyle shows, with headliners like Heath Frisby. Don’t miss it, October 23-25, 2015 at the International Centre.

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SNOWMOBILE FREESTYLE RETURNS TO WINTER X The snowmobile freestyle community let out a cheer this past September as Winter X Games announced snowmobile freestyle would return as a featured discipline for the 2016 event.

The freestyle show will join snocross and adaptive snocross as the only snowmobile events, joining five ski and six snowboard events. Winter X Games will celebrate 20-years when the festival takes over Buttermilk Mountain in Aspen, Colorado, January 28-30, 2016.

ARCTIC CAT MOVES DOWNTOWN According to an article published in the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal, Arctic Cat recently finalized a 13-year lease of a historic building in the North Loop area of downtown Minneapolis. Known as the “warehouse” district by locals, the North Loop is one of the fastest growing areas in Minneapolis and is home to the newly built Minnesota Twins baseball stadium and several condominiums that have risen from other renovated former warehouse buildings. According to the article, the former Western Container building is five times bigger than Cat’s current leased digs in Plymouth, Minnesota, and with plans to expand by 50% over the next five years, the new building will have up to 200 workers there in the near future. According to Arctic Cat president and CEO Christopher Metz, “It’s where (the North Loop) manufacturing and distribution really occurred 100 years ago, and we love the rough-and-tumble historic nature of a 100-year-old brick building, which plays very well to who we are as a company.” According to our sources, there’s also talk of a showroom/museum to be included in the design plans. There was no mention of a tentative move-in date into the new digs.

ROYAL DISTRIBUTING GIVES BACK TO THE GROWING SPORT OF SNOWMOBILING

Royal Distributing will recognize the many Volunteers at the OFSC that make snowmobiling in Ontario as great as it is by offering all 16 clubs a $500.00 cheque from Royal Distributing for a total of $8000.00. Cheques will be presented to the districts over the weekend of October 23-25, 2015 at the up coming Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV & Powersports Show. “We at Royal know the hard work and dedication that the clubs put forward to make snowmobiling great in Ontario, and we are proud to give back to each club.” - John Mochrie, CFO, Founder, Royal Distributing.

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The ProCross chassis returns and the big news for 2016 is the including of a new rear arm adjustable “Hole Shot” device to improve the all important starts in snocross racing. The “device” is not necessarily new, as it has been tested on factory mod sleds throughout last year. The spring loaded cam lever allows the rear arm to “precollapse” just as it would under heavy acceleration. Once the arm is compressed past the point where the cam is holding it in place, the motion of the rear arm returns to normal. Other improved or new bits on the 6000R SX include a new 129” x 15” x 1.65” snocross track with 20% more effective lugs; new brake pads; new lightweight stainless brake disc; and several new suspension and chassis components for improved durability.

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ARCTIC CAT ZR 6000R XC

Arctic Cat remains the only manufacturer to develop and build a factory race sled specifically for cross-country racing. This dedication shows in the results too as Cat year over year remains the dominant sled to beat in real world terrain racing. The new 6000R XC comes to the line this season with the new TEAM Rapid Response drive clutch; a new exhaust system with lightweight resonator that reduced weight by 7-pounds; new pistons for improved durability; a new ECM map for improved performance and durability; and a host of chassis and suspension improvements that all point towards improved durability for the punishing world of cross-country. The national USXC cross-country season kicks off December 19th in Gonvick, Minnesota.

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The boys and girls from Valcourt get the nod this season for the most changes to a race buggy as the new 2016 600RS will rumble to the line with a much changed engine, all new exhaust, new clutching and less weight than the previous iteration. Big changes under the hood start with new cylinders and crankshaft that are said to deliver more power and quicker revs, a key performance attribute in the snocross world. A new tuned pipe is mated to the new cylinders and is finished off with a lightweight muffler that sheds a whopping 6-pounds over the previous design. The other big change under the hood is the new pDrive clutch.

The new design is said to reduce friction, reduce weight, tighten tolerances and deliver more consistent performance with greater durability. Rollers replace the traditional slide buttons on the clutch while a compact and open design sheds weight and keeps things running cooler than the previous design. Finally a new snocross designed track sheds another 2-pounds and touts stiffer lugs and more paddles for the all-important holeshot.

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The 40th Annual North American International Motorcycle SUPERSHOW, the big one by the Airport, the only Big Show that continues to gain momentum, the only Motorcycle you’ll need to attend, North America’s Biggest Motorcycle Show will be held January 8, 9 & 10, 2016 at the International Centre. Visit www.motorcyclesupershow.ca today for advanced tickets!… Save $3.00 and beat the ticket purchasing lineups!!

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POLARIS IQ RACER

To say the IQ Racer is getting long in the tooth would be an understatement. The IQ dates back to 2004 where it was created in the Roseau race shop from the remains of a test mule IQ chassis and Fusion plastic. Obviously there has been several improvements and new technologies introduced since, and more importantly the IQ has proven to be an incredibly competent snocross sled over the past decade; with several race wins and championships to its credit.

For 2016 little has changed big picture wise with the IQ Racer. Aside from new graphics and subtle performance and durability tweaks, the biggest updates can be found inside the Walker Evans Racing shocks, where significant development and testing was employed to create a shock package that offers greater and easier adjustability for racers.

The front IFS shocks feature high speed, low speed and rebound adjustability with 28-low speed positions, 22-high speed positions and 16-clicks of rebound control. The track shocks also serve up greater adjustability and together the new shock package will make it easier for mechanics and racers to make between race adjustments.

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ARCTIC CAT/SHERCO SNOW BUGGY PEEK-A-BOOS AT HAYDAYS It was another busy and bustling weekend at Haydays with the typical big crowds, lots of beer, a hint of dust and of course a few first looks at new iron and new aftermarket trickery. Over at the big corporate Cat display, the kids from Minnesota held their annual barbeque feed a high noon and followed up the robust sauce fest with a first look at their new snocross and cross-country race sleds for the upcoming season (you can read about those else where in the News section in this issue – Ed.). Joining the engineering crew onstage for the brief run down on the new sleds was snocross king Tucker Hibbert and USXC reigning champ Zach Herfindahl and Wesley Selby.

After the covers were pulled off the new race buggies Arctic unexpectedly had one more product to show the throng of fans. As the throaty rumble of a single cylinder four stroke motor came to life, the rear lift gate of one of the transporters rose up above the backdrop and gave all of us a first look at an Arctic Cat snow bike…uhhh…cycle…ummm…buggy.

With a few revs of the motor and hundreds of cell phones at the ready, Cat brass was basically mum with details, simply saying, “…we wanted to give everyone a little taste at what we have cooking at Arctic Cat.” The obvious first thought is the Cat snow bike was a combination effort between Yamaha and Arctic Cat, with

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Yamaha supplying one of their four-stroke dirt bikes such as the WR 450 F. But after looking closer at our photos and chatting with Yamaha executives later in the day…it clearly is not. In fact, Yamaha was just as surprised as everyone else when the green colored snow bike rose to the sky.

We did a quick look around the interweb and compared the frame and side cases and castings of the engine in this photo with those of current bikes from Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Suzuki, KTM, Husqvarna, and ATK, as well as engine cases from Kymco. Nothing appeared to match. However after more digging we found a match…Sherco. Who is Sherco you ask…the company was founded by Marc Teissier and has built highly competitive trials bikes dating back to 1998. The company is based in Nimes France and has since expanded production beyond trials bikes to include a vast array of motocross, enduro and supermotard models with engines that include 250 two-strokes, and 300 and 450 four-strokes.

The bike seen here in the Arctic Cat snow bike…umm buggy project appears to be a Sherco SEF 450 R. As a result, the brief glimpse of the Arctic Cat snow buggy leaves all of us with more questions than answers. Has Arctic Cat entered into a new partnership with Sherco? More importantly, does this put the Arctic Cat/Yamaha relationship on thin ice? Talk amongst yourselves.

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A NEW AND MUCH IMPROVED TERRACROSS TRACK WAS THE CENTRAL GATHERING SPOT FOR MANY. THE ACTION WAS INTENSE, AND DESPITE A SMALL FOOTPRINT, FEATURED SEVERAL LINES AND PLENTY OF PASSING.

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Haydays 2015 The kick off to the season happened in grand fashion this past September, on the outskirts of Minneapolis/St. Paul. With perfect weather, 80-acres of field and woods was once again transformed into the ultimate snowmobile festival. Haydays delivers a sensory shock to every nerve in your body, and reaffirms that snowmobiling passion knows no bounds.

CHICKS DIG OSM… YA BETTER GET YOUR OWN IF YOU WANT TO ATTRACT THE HOTTIES.

THE DUCK DYNASTY BOYS HAVE NOTHING ON THE RUMPELSTILTSKIN OF DRAGS.

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BUMPY THE DIRT CLOWN… YOU CAN’T MAKE THIS STUFF UP KIDS.

TUCKER HIBBERT…HEARD THIS KID IS KIND OF A BIG DEAL?

KLIM HELD THEIR FIRST ANNUAL ARMPIT-SNIFFING CONTEST. THERE WERE PLENTY OF HANGERS, BUT FEW SNIFFERS

AS WE MENTIONED IN OUR LAST ISSUE, THIS SNOW-BIKE THING IS TAKING OFF. OUR PALS FROM RAPTOR PERFORMANCE WERE AT DIRT DAYS WITH THEIR NEW TWIN SKI CONVERSION. THE DESIGN IS SAID TO DRAMATICALLY TRANSFORM HARD PACK PERFORMANCE.

ARCTIC CAT DID THEIR ANNUAL “PULL THE SHEET” AND ATTRACT A CROWD REVEAL ON SATURDAY. THE NEW SNOCROSS AND CROSS-COUNTRY SLEDS WERE ON DISPLAY. WE SNAPPED THIS ONE PHOTO, BUT ADMITTEDLY, WE WERE THERE FOR THE FREE BARBEQUE.

WE LONG FOR THE DAY WHEN THE OPEN FACE HELMET MAKES A TRIUMPHANT RETURN. THINK OF HOW MUCH FREEDOM YOU WILL HAVE FOR ACTIVITIES.

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ROSS MARTIN, ISOC SNOCROSS CHAMPION AND DAN ADAMS, BACK COUNTRY, FREAK OF NATURE BOY.

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NO MATTER THE BRAND OR THE TIME OF DAY, DISPLAYS AND BOOTHS ACROSS THE SITE WERE TEAMING WITH SNOWMOBILERS AMPED UP FOR THE SEASON TO COME.

THE BOYS FROM ROX SPEEDFX ONCE AGAIN HAD A BITCHIN’ DISPLAY ON HAND, HIGHLIGHTED BY THIS ON-POINT ACE.

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CUTTING EDGE DESIGNS, OR THE RESULT OF TOO MANY HOT DOGS AND BEERS THE NIGHT BEFORE…YOU BE THE JUDGE.

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AT MILE MARKER 6, WHILE CRUISING THE SWAP, WE ORDERED OUT FOR PIZZA…AND THEY DELIVERED.

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LAWN MOWER DRIVING TIPS WERE HELD ON THE HOUR IN THE SWAP.

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FORTUNATELY, IT LOOKED AS IF HE GOT A GOOD LIE AFTER A BAD BOUNCE OFF A 74 CHEETAH.

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BIG TRUCKS WERE THE IN THING THIS YEAR…NONE WERE AS BIG AS THE MOTORFIST F650.

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THESE TWO FRIENDLY FELLERS STOPPED BY THE OSM BOOTH, LOOKING TO GRAB A FEW COPIES FOR THEIR BUDS…YOU SHOULD SEE THEIR LAWN MOWER. IF IT MAKES NOISE WITH GAS, YOU’LL FIND IT AT HAYDAYS.

THE BOYS FROM COMPOSIT TRACKS WERE CAMPED OUT NEXT TO OUR BOOTH THROUGHOUT THE WEEKEND. NEEDLESS TO SAY, WE GOT THE INSIDE TRACK (NO PUN INTENDED) ON THEIR LATEST OFFERINGS, AND HINTS OF COOL THINGS TO COME. WATCH FOR IT IN A FUTURE ISSUE. 40

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BOBBY MENNE’S OSM SPONSORED SOO-500 SLED WAS ON HAND; WATCH FOR A FULL STORY ON MENNE’S SOO EXPERIENCE IN THE NEXT ISSUE.

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Anchor of the Month Ski-Doo Stratos NAME: ________________________________________________________

Blueberry Blue COLOR: _______________________________________________________ Valcourt, Quebec BIRTHPLACE: __________________________________________________ Blue Lagoon FAVORITE MOVIE: ______________________________________________

Wood paneling and low racing windshield.

ACCESSORY I WISH I HAD:_______________________________________ Genesis – Land of Confusion; Elton John – FAVORITE SONG: _______________________________________________

I ______________________________________________________________ Guess That’s Why They Call It the Blues; Fats Domino – Blueberry Hill

SCHOOL YARD BULLY:____________________________________________ The Polaris Indy

To be the vehicle of choice for the blue Telletubby.

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“You think you hate it now…wait till you drive it.”

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“Is that a windshield from a Buick?”

THINGS OVERHEARD AT THE LOCAL WATERING HOLE:_____________________________ Bridge Rebar IF I WEREN’T A SNOWMOBILE I’D BE:_____________________________ There perhaps was never a more awkward time for Ski-Doo snowmobiles than during the late 1980’s, when the Quebec based manufacturer was desperately trying to find its way with quirky models and over the top engineering exercises. Few of those unusual models rivaled the “oddness” of the 1987 Stratos and its two-up sibling, the Escapade. Keep in mind, this was the era of independent front suspension design. Every manufacturer knew leaf springs were soon to be dead and the company who came up with the best and most affordable independent design stood a strong chance at gaining major sales and market share over the next decade plus. Ski-Doo already had an independent suspension (the Positive Reaction Suspension PRS) in their Formula models, but the end target for the future was still moving. What’s more, Ski-Doo as a company lacked direction and had a knack for doing things their own way. The Stratos is a prime example of this. The PSS (Positive Steering Suspension) had a strut similar to the Yamaha design of the day, hidden beneath the rubber boot delivering a meager 5-inches of travel. The sled was also shaped like a watermelon, with a wide bulbous front hood and matching bubble windshield that protected Ski-Doo’s telltale buckhorn handlebars. With two fan-cooled engine options, the Stratos wasn’t a performance sled, but it did prove to be durable. Along with the unusual design, quirky front suspension, the sled looked to add way more comfort than other sleds of the day by providing a ridiculous amount of wind protection as well as directing hot air from the motor into the rider “cockpit” area. The Stratos in many ways represents the last of the misfit models from Valcourt. The sled was gone after the second model year as Ski-Doo began to streamline their overall lineup. The Formula design was soon spread across much of the line and kept the brand in the mix until 1993 when they launched the Direct Shock Action (DSA) MXZ. TORONTO SNOWMOBILE, ATV & POWERSPORTS SHOW • OCT 23-25, 2015 • TORONTO INTERNATIONAL CENTRE • www.torontosnowmobileatvshow.com

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BOATS MERCURY BOATEL

Based in the small town of Mora, Minnesota, Boatel was known for their houseboats and pontoons, but in an effort to diversify their manufacturing capabilities they entered the snowmobile business in 1965 by purchasing the Abe Matthews Manufacturing Company and rebadged the already existing Trailmaker model.

A few years later, Boatel decided to jump all-in, leaving behind the boat business and introducing the luxurious and very pricey Grand Prix model. A few years later, the Boatel run was over.

In the 1960s Mercury was a dominant player in the marine industry. They had the resources and the performance to mop up other boat motor brands of the time. So it was disconcerting to the Mercury crew to see their marine competitors not only enter the snowmobile fray, but start to have some success as well.

That didn’t sit well with the highly competitive Mercury brand, thus in 1966 they acquired several top snowmobile models, tore them down, dissected them and shortly after launched their first snowmobile model in 1968. Those early Mercs were quirky compared to others, but eventually the competitive fuel was fully ignited and Mercury became a dominant force with their low slung Trail Twisters and Sno-Twister snowmobiles.

LARSON

Ironically before Larson Boat Works of Little Falls, Minnesota manufactured their first snowmobile for the 1967 model year, the company owned a major interest in Polaris Industries. Of course at the time, Polaris was still a small northern Minnesota company that had yet struck gold with their sleds. In fact it was during this time that Polaris launched the Comet, a sled that nearly forced the company to close its doors. Thus Larson sold its shares in Polaris and set out to produce their own snowmobiles. It was a short lived venture lasting only three model years, ending with the Larson Hawk in 1969

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The Outboard Marine Corporation (OMC) was a major player in the blossoming snowmobile industry in the late 1960s and early 70s. In fact they manufactured sleds under three different brand names: Evinrude, Johnson and Snow Cruiser. The models were basically the same between brands, with each having distinct colors and graphics. The Evinrude Skeeter was the debut sled for OMC, hitting the snow for the 1964-65 winter season. The Snow Cruiser was built for Canadian sales but was discontinued after 1971. From that point on Johnson and Evinrude were sold on both sides of the border until OMC ceased snowmobile production at the close of the 1976 model year.

While most snowmobilers will never associate the Glastron name with snowmobiles, the company was actually a major player in the snowmobile industry after they purchased Sno-Jet in June of 1968. Under Glastron’s guidance, Sno-Jet flourished.

Of course, like most snowmobile manufacturers of that time, poor snow, brutal competition from nearly 100 other brands, and the oil embargo in 1974, forced Glastron to look for a way out of the snowmobile business. Ironically Kawasaki wanted to get in on the action, and Sno-Jet was sold to them in 1976.

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MYSTIK MANGLER HANG UPS Getting my fix jumping the RZR 1000 as I wait for the snow to fly!

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aydays…it’s fun just to say it!

Everything about Haydays gets me jacked up; the sleds; the gear; Terracross racing; grass drags; freestyle; cool trucks…you name it and it’s there. If you’ve ever walked the swap meet, you also know that everything including the kitchen sink (literally) is there.

We had so much fun again this year at Haydays, having the new FOX “Signature LaVallee” QS3 shock launched at Haydays was an awesome bonus. I am so pumped about the new QS3 shocks because now it’s faster and easier to tune the shock for your kind of riding. I had them on my Polaris AXYS this past season, and they make it so easy to have the right suspension set-up for whatever the conditions. Cruise the trails with a plush set up when “Quick Switch” is on the soft setting, then switch the Quick Switch to the firm setting and you can blast the ditches like a snocross racer! I’m so excited to go out and do some on and off-trail riding this winter with them.

Another thing I was excited about this year at Haydays was Terracross.

This type of racing has been a learning experience for me, being I have very minimal time on four wheels, let alone trying to go fast in one. This year I spent a little more time behind the wheel, and although I didn’t always keep it on all four, I learned a lot about driving, and overall, the Haydays TerraCross race

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went pretty well. In the first heat race I was able to pass for the lead after a few laps and go on for the win. I was the 2nd qualifier going into the final, so I was pretty excited! In the final I was in second off the start and was in the position I wanted to be...but as we came around on the second lap, I ran into the leader as we went over the “Mystik Mangler” causing me to get hung up on top of the tires. I sat there highcentered on the tires and went from 2nd to around 10th until someone bumped

My daughter Liv digging the new “Levi 2” XCS C&A Pro ski.

Had my new Signature “LaVallee” FOX QS3 shock on my Polaris AXYS at Haydays.

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LEVI LAVALLEE

DISTANCE WORLD RECORD HOLDER FOR SNOWMOBILE JUMPING

Whether it’s launching his sled 412 feet to a new world record or conquering gravity to land gold medal-winning tricks year after year, Team Mystik rider Levi LaVallee shows the world how to dominate. And Mystik® Lubricants is by his side for every RPM. We’ll be by your side too, providing the very same extreme performance, wear protection and long engine life. No matter what kind of machine you ride, count on our custom-formulated engine oils and greases to experience Lubrication Domination.® For exclusive videos and content from Team LaVallee and Mystik, visit MYSTIKLUBES.COM or check out Facebook.com/MystikLubes .

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My buddy Joe Wiegele and I saying hi as we film for the new “Winterruption” series coming out this winter.

into the back of me which got me moving again. I was able to pass a handful of drivers, eventually finishing 5th. I was disappointed I made that rookie mistake, but was excited about my speed and consistency after I got going again.

The second round of racing started off a little rough as I made some big mistakes in my qualifying heat, causing me to have to go to the LCQ. Fortunately, I was able to win the LCQ, giving me the 14th qualifying position for the final. It’s super hard to pass on the tight Terracross tracks, so I was so pumped to be able to move my way through the pack, finishing in 5th place.

Later I found out I had the fastest lap of the race, which lets me know I have the speed, I just need to get more consistent and I will be in good shape!

Once again Haydays didn’t disappoint and it fully engaged my WFSS (waiting for snow syndrome)... Check out the WFSS video http://on.fb.me/1MADWqa on the Polaris Snowmobile Facebook Page to learn about my struggles.

Hopefully, I can make it through this fall until the snow starts flying! Wish me luck! J

If only that was snow dust.

Zak Mason surfing during our last lake session of the year!

Cole Cottew and I at Terracross.

Kyle prays for his life as I “send it” off a jump in the RZR 1000! LOL!

-Levi

The Team LaVallee rig was loud and proud at Haydays.

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Liv hanging with the guys at the shop.

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t’s easy to lump Roll-O-Flex in with the countless snowmobile manufacturers who came and went in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Most of those companies were looking to get their foot in the door of the snowmobiling world and make a quick buck on the booming sport. RollO-Flex may have started on this trajectory, but they quickly changed and emerged as an innovative player in the industry, even if for only a short period of time.

Based in Regina, Saskatchewan, Roll-O-Flex got its start as a maker of farm equipment. Seeing a chance for a cash flow stream in the winter months, they started re-branding Boa Ski snowmobiles for the 1968 model year. That year Roll-O-Flex sold four models - the Apache, Cherokee, Comanche and the Wild One; model names that the company would stick with for its tenure in the industry.

Sales were good, and by 1970 the company’s president, Herb Padwick, pulled some strings with contacts he had in the Canadian government, and secured a government grant for $2-million dollars (interest free) for Roll-O-Flex

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to begin production of snowmobiles of its own design. This money was part of an employment incentive, and was contingent on Roll-O-Flex dumping its farm equipment business and moving strictly to snowmobile production. It was a daring move, but one the company felt would pay off.

Roll-O-Flex started production of its own snowmobiles in 1970, and rolled out a new line of sleds for the 1971 model year. Everything was designed in-house, and manufacturing of the sub-assemblies was farmed out to vendors, with the exception of the wiring harnesses which they did themselves. By the summer of 1973, as the company ramped up production for the 1974 model year, RollO-Flex had refined its design and even had a compelling marketing strategy behind its sleds. They called it “The System.”

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were calibrated in-house; a frontmounted Kohler engine; zinc-plated bulkhead; “no torque distortion” motor mounts; wide-stance skis; aluminum chassis; a die-cast and adjustable chaincase; disc brake and an innovative rear suspension called the “SuperFlexion, Super-Ride, Super-System. One thing not called out in The System was the exhaust, which was also developed in-house, primarily by a guy named Gene Glaze.

Glaze had been a field tester for Bombardier when he was hired by RollO-Flex as an engineer, mostly in charge of exhaust and clutching. Glaze quickly became a vice president within the company and owned a minority share Padwick owned 51-percent, Padwick’s son owned 40-percent and Glaze owned the balance. Glaze was a self-confessed workaholic, and would often spend all night in the R&D room located in the basement of the factory.

Roll-O-Flex started with CCW engines, but was unhappy with them. Working directly through Yamaha Motorsports in California, Roll-O-Flex secured Yamaha engines for its snowmobiles, starting in 1972. The Glaze-tuned Yamaha engines, combined with the company’s innovative Super-Flexion suspension and rubber track, made the sleds formidable competitors in the performance world. In fact, they were giving production Yamaha and Yamaha-powered Sno*Jets a run for their money on the trails.

As the company was poised to head into the 1974 model year, it announced its plans to go Sno Pro racing. Yamaha, already faced with competition on the racetrack from its own engines with Sno*Jet, declined Roll-O-Flex’s request to supply race engines. This was at a point when both production and race machines had already been calibrated for the Yamaha engines. Scrambling, Roll-O-Flex was able to land Kohler as a race engine

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supplier, but it left virtually no time to develop exhaust and calibrate clutching.

While this was going on, International Harvester had visited Roll-O-Flex in the summer of 1973, and the two were talking buyout. With International Harvester nearly set to write the check and purchase Roll-O-Flex, it backed out, supposedly due to reports of widespread track failures in Massey-Ferguson snowmobiles. On top of this, a change of government in Canada left Padwick without the friends in high places that he once had, and the new government came to collect on its grant. Eventually, the company went into receivership and held a bankruptcy auction April 19-20, 1974.

Seemingly against all odds, Glaze managed to build three Sno Pro machines, basing the look of the machines straight off the production Wild One. Glaze fabricated an aluminum chassis with an offset front end, combined with the company’s Super-

Flexion rear suspension. With little snow that winter, Glaze made the decision to stay home from big events such as Beausejour and Eagle River, choosing to race closer to home. Lack of proper gears for the double roller chain setup meant he struggled with speed and blown belts on the longer, half-mile tracks, but on shorter tracks the sled was tough to beat.

Facing bankruptcy, Roll-O-Flex produced less than 500 production Wild One snowmobiles for 1974. Equipped with Kohler race engines, there were

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290cc, 340cc, 400cc and 440cc models available. All 1974 Wild Ones came with twin Mikuni carburetors, CDI ignition, temp gauges, tach, shocks and hydraulic brake. Tuned racing pipes were optional.

Out of all 1974 Wild Ones built, most were burgundy and gold, and only 20-25 were white and red. The 1974 Roll-O-Flex Wild One was a hint of what might have been for the company, had bankruptcy and low snow not shot them down.

The sled pictured is owned and was meticulously restored by Randy and Teresa Holland, along with their son Ross. While the white color alone makes it a rare find, reports of even fewer white Wild Ones outfitted with the 340cc freeair Kohler makes this particular Wild One truly wild and ultra rare.

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Each issue, head chefs Steve Hannah (Fluffy) and Darren Desaultels (Desi) will share their favorite recipes and Muff Pot techniques to help you create a trailside feast. Got a Muffpot recipe of your own that you’d like to share with our Muff Masters? …email us at mom@osmmag.com

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Of course, as a regular reader of OSM and Muff of the Month, you know one of those key elements is cooking delicious meals in our exhaust heated pots. What started out as only one or two cooking buggies has now turned into a full team effort. In fact, there isn’t a single sled in our group of riding buds that doesn’t sport an aluminum cooker, and usually every one is stuffed with something tasty for later in the day.

this instalment of M.O.M., we travel to the east to a secret hangout south of Bancroft, for a little get down with the Old Hastings trails.

This area is really special to the Muff gang because of its mostly empty trails and really nice topography. Its also a great area to find a scenic vista and enjoy a nice hot lunch.

If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a hundred times, anything we can do to make our rides more interesting, only increases my desire to get out and ride our old iron even more.

The headline alone caught my attention, and after giving this recipe a sample, it’s been deemed a “keeper” for future Muff rides.

INGREDIENTS: 1 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves of garlic 2 large Yukon potatoes 10oz of kolbassa sausage –halved and sliced thin 1 cup of frozen, canned or fresh corn ½ cup of red or yellow peppers, chopped salt and pepper to taste PREPARATION: Warm the oil in a large skillet. Once hot, stir in the onions and cook them for 3 or 4

minutes. Add the garlic and potatoes, mix them up in the oil, and let them heat for a few minutes. Now is a good time to throw some salt and pepper on them while they’re cooking. Now introduce the sausage to the mix and cook it all up until the taters are soft. Stir in the roasted peppers and corn and heat until everything is cooked through.

We made this recipe at the cottage, the night before our ride. On a level of difficulty, this one is relatively low. Even the Yamaha riding newbs in our group were able to follow along through the entire process. I only pick on our blue friends because they can’t mount a pot on their sleds, due to the rear exiting exhaust. They’re kind of like seagulls on a plowed field when the lunch stop happens. We now make them carry buns and other snacks to complement our meals. On occasion, I’ve been known to throw the newly unsealed ketchup and mustard bottles in their sled for the ride home. Because you’re savvy to the tips from last month’s article, you know we don’t want that in our tunnel bags. “Umm,

Heated up and ready to serve…the best part about cooking with a pot is there’s no limit to what you can do…let your imagination run wild and toss it in.

We often bring along bread, or better yet, some type of “classy” bun to serve up the “piping” hot meal.

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Our good friend Randy from New York State was showing us how to set a trap for a Yeti by using cheese, water and some of the leftover, crisped kolbassa from the corners of the pot.

You know you did well when the trail side lunch stop is filled with only the sound of happy eating. hey guys could you carry this out for us,” like offering a fat kid candy… they take it every time.

As previously mentioned, the gang is really starting to up the ante when it comes to the recipes, meals and flavours that are coming out from under the hood. On this particular ride, one of our cohorts made apple crisp in his pot. Following in our new found tradition of not telling others what you are packing for the ride, he somehow kept it under

wraps the entire day, until it was time to eat.

Finally, when lunch was almost over, our buddy Bruce saunters over and releases the latches on his pot and pulls out a gloriously baked apple crisp. Hey, nobody can refuse fresh baked apple crisp. The entire group, including another one not associated with us at the trail intersection, stood up and took notice. Damn! Nice work Bruce.

Bruce topped off the meal with his secret, pot baked apple crisp.

Another successful muff pot adventure. Do you have a favorite pot recipe you’d like to share? We’d love to hear about it. Drop us an email at mom@osmmag.com

Till next time…Keep Muffin’

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his installment of Roots comes to us from Jeff Supinski, President of Erlandson Performance Incorporated (EPI). Now, most of us identify with the company as being one of the preeminent performance shops when it comes to clutching either your stock or modified snowmobile, ATV or side-by-side. The EPI name has been associated with performance clutch kits since 1991, so it’s no surprise that the folks behind the name have been life long snowmobilers. Jeff recently came across a collection of photos from his snowmobiling youth. While growing up in St. Paul Minnesota didn’t provide Jeff and his parents the opportunity to ride out of their “backdoor”, his family and friends hauled their sleds to Luck, Wisconsin nearly every weekend during the winter months. From the looks of things, Jeff’s parents had a lot of snowmobiling friends, and they weren’t afraid to skip a little water on occasion. Jeff has many fond memories of riding with his parents, and this collection of old iron and vintage apparel brought a smile to his face (and ours) as he recalled his personal snowmobiling “roots”.

Do you have an early snowmobiling “roots” memory and photo you’d like to share with us? We’d love to see it and share it with the OSM family. Email us at editor@osmmag.com

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SHOP HUSTLE

Most carb issues can be found in the float bowl. This Mikuni round slide from a forgotten in the weeds ZRT 800 was victim of badly degraded ethanol fuel resulting in a thick dark sludge covering all of the internal brass.

Toilet Bowl Envy Carbureted sleds are a dwindling breed.

But if you’re like most snowmobilers you’ve likely “hung-on” to a few faves from the past that still employ the round slide Mikuni or other similar carb. If so, you likely know all too well how the ravages of time, lack of use, and today’s ethanol spiked fuel work together to create a green, hardened funk inside the float bowl and other fuel passageways.

When it does, removing, dismantling and cleaning the carb and associated brass parts is the only way to get your scooter up and running again. Over the years, the shop monkeys here at OSM have tried virtually every off-the-shelf carb cleaner and chemical dip we could find, all with varying results. That is until we found our favorite blend of cleaning solutions at our local grocery store and our brass has never looked better.

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If you don’t know your way around the inside of a carburetor ask someone who does or simply go online and you’ll quickly find an exploded view of a carb schematic. If the carb is a basket case, remove every hunk of brass you can find. If it just needs a quick clean, go for the top of mind items like the main jet and the always prone to plugging pilot jet.

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Toilet Bowl Envy

You can reuse the solution more than once; a discarded pickle or mayonnaise jar with lid is an ideal cleaning/soaking container. Simply drop the dirty brass into the mixture, give it a swish and set it aside. Depending upon how dirty the brass is, you’ll want the parts to soak for a minimum of an hour. For really dirty items, we typically let the solution work overnight.

Part one of our magic carb cleaning formula can be found in the cleaning aisle of most grocery or big box stores. Toilet bowl cleaner does an amazing job on brass parts but it MUST BE the right kind. Stay away from the newer gel type cleaners; it needs to be a pure liquid cleaner. Our favorite is “The Works” brand, it has the same consistency as water and is generally the cheapest one on the shelf…bonus!

We removed all of the brass from the bottom of the venture to the float bowl. Make sure to remove any rubber or fiber type gaskets that might be used, they will not survive the toilet bowl cleaner bath. Also pay attention to what kind of fuel inlet needle your carburetor has, some have a rubber tip and must be cleaned with more conventional cleaning solutions.

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After soaking in the toilet cleanser overnight, your brass parts should come out looking shiny.

Before you reinstall you’ll need to neutralize the toilet bowl solution. We’ve tried spraying carb cleaner and a vinegar soak, both with mixed results. A solution of pure lime juice or lemon juice turns out to work the best. Not only does it remove any remaining toilet cleaner residue, but it also leaves your jets smelling great. After the soak, dry the parts using compressed air.

Boom…more often than not the jets and associated brass parts go back into the carb looking better than they ever did…even new.

Don’t forget to reinstall any removed rubber or fiber gaskets; refuel with treated, nonoxygenated fuel, and fire that buggy up.

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he summer hunt for lawn ornaments continues and more and more of you have taken to the back yards, forgotten tree lines and that cluttered mess called your neighbor’s lawn, to seek out and photograph forgotten snowmobiles. What’s more…with fall upon us, those hunks of iron and plastic will become more prevalent than ever. So get out and find those “ornaments” and send us your best shots.

Remember, every issue one lucky lawn ornament submission will win a newly screened OSM #RUNSONSPRAY t-shirt.

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very new model year, the manufacturer line-ups are comprised of a large majority of warmed over sleds, ranging from fresh graphics to a smattering of new tech features. But let’s face it, what every good snowmobile junkie wants to know is what’s really new, and more importantly, is it worthy of plunking down your hard earned cash. So, with no fluff, no filler and no cheerleading…here’s our cut on four fresh hunks of snow borne metal for 2016, and where they’ll be in our stable for the coming season.

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Cool name, dig it or don’t earth tone color, (also available in black) and a top combination of features and technology. Yeah, so maybe when you dissect this sled down to the stand-alone components, it might appear to be just another Renegade, but this combo platter works. The brush dozer image conveyed by the burly, wrap around tubular front bumper allows you to make your own parking spot - front and center at the local watering hole while you enjoy a greasy, double bacon bypass burger.

With four engine packages to choose from, (800 E-TEC, 600 HO E-TEC, 900ACE and 1200 4-TEC) there’s power for everyone. Plus, with the new Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC) technology found on both four-stroke models, power delivery can be custom tuned as well.

The big story with the Enduro is found out back where the rMotion suspension has been mated to the cab adjustable Air Ride suspension. We’ve raved about the rMotion since it first hit the snow, and now with an air sprung rear arm shock, adjustments to this broad shouldered suspension just got easier. There are five pre-set air-spring levels, all of which can be selected from a handlebar mounted rocker switch and displayed on the gauge.

While the Air Ride set-up in the touring segment makes sense, we weren’t so sure about the application in the more aggressive riding ranks of the Renegade. Turns out the convenience of the saddle adjustability mates well with the rMotion’s “works everywhere” characteristics. In fact, unless you’re charging big trail junk at big digit speeds, the Enduro air setup performs incredibly well, mimicking the performance of a Gade-X model in most situations.

The Enduro also comes standard with Pilot TS adjustable ski blades, Ice Ripper XT track, and well appointed finishing touches like an Enduro embossed seat and added wind protection of the REV-XS platform, which for 2016, now also wraps around 1200 4-TEC power. While most Enduro models will likely never leave the trail, we see ours being equipped with quick release storage accessories, a dash mounted GPS, and an oversized brush cutting machete, affixed to the running board side for true grit offtrail riding. See you in the swamp.

Your shop floor will hate ‘em, but your high-speed trail loving throttle thumb will be digging the pre-studded, Ice Ripper XT track that comes standard on the Enduro.

This model year, the 1200 4-TEC is wrapped in the REV-XS skin, which touts better air deflection and slightly better warmth.

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BELOW: One of our favorite features of the Enduro is the brush friendly front bumper.

The dial adjustable ski runners found on the TS Pilot skis could change ski technology in the very near future. The idea is simple and more importantly, it really works. The large top mounted dial adjusts the amount of carbide blade protrusion below the ski keel, and features a handy, spindle reference mark.

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Finishing touches like the Enduro’s embossed seat cover has been one of the many things that have set Ski-Doo apart from the other brands in the showroom for several years. The stuff just looks tight.

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Crisp Cuts BIG ADVENTURE We like storage on our sleds, and more times than not we will sacrifice looking cool for cubic volume, all in the name of riding more and riding longer, even when the mercury dips to below-stupid. For this reason alone, we were attracted to the Polaris Adventure when it first hit the snow pack in Pro-Ride chassis architecture. Three glorious storage compartments hung from the back of that sled, and what’s more, you could easily remove them and look hip enough to have a latte at the clubhouse.

There was however, one big problem; the motor. Oh, we don’t mean the little 600 Liberty mill has flaws; quite the contrary, she’s a ripper. But when we load up and hit the big white ribbons, we want the big pull and the bigger digit speeds that only an 800 mill can deliver. Finally, in 2016 we have it, and not just any 800, but the new arm-yanker 800 H.O. Does the 800 Adventure combo work? As they say in northern Minnesota, you betcha! The beauty of the Adventure platform is beneath those creature comforts and luggage; there resides the heart of a Switchback Pro-S in virtually every shape and form…need we say more? The Pro-S Switchback is a beast, especially on high speed, twisting trails. Hammer down…find your rhythm and the Adventure rails corner with a level of precision the Pro-Ride chassis could never emulate…even on paper. More importantly, the fresh from the case 800 H.O Liberty mill pulls harder and longer than a dentist on a wisdom tooth.

But there’s more to the 2016 Adventure big bore than just the motor; the Polaris kids decided to bonus the suspension with easy to adjust FOX Quick Switch 3 coil-over dampers up front, and a new spring/air combo shock at the rear. The addition of an air spring to the rear shock is said to allow you to make quick adjustments on the trail to accommodate the added load of passenger or gear. Throw in a burly bumper, mirrors, tall window and blacked out tunnel, and you have a knockout combination of power and glory.

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The new FOX Quick Switch 3 shocks are featured on three of four manufacturer sleds this winter, and the Adventure gets the nod for Polaris. The ‘keep it simple’ adjustment allows anyone to effectively tune the front suspension.

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A simple, above the tunnel valve port allows you to increase or decrease the air spring rate of the rear track shock, complementing the traditional coil over spring found there as well. The jury is still out on this one, as we did not have the time to adequately ride and adjust during our late season romp.

The true genius and appeal of the Adventure is found outback where two removable hard-side bags and a top mounted soft-sided bag are secured to a rear, trellis style tubular frame.

Don’t let the softer side of the Adventure fool you. Beneath the luxury and the luggage lurk all the makings of a Switchback Pro-S.

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VECTOR REBORN Lately, when the conversation turns to Yamaha, the Viper is the first and last sled mentioned in the conversation. In fact, many times it’s the only sled. But this year Yamaha has given us several bold reminders that they continue to build some amazing snowmobiles on their side of the globe - none more so than the dramatically refreshed Vector XTX. With a new engine management system; new rear suspension; new rear FOX shock; new 1.75” track; and the addition of FLOAT 3 front suspension shocks and factory installed Performance Damper on the spring LE model, the crossover Vector is practically more new than old.

We’ve always had a warm spot for the Vector, even if the riding position is a throwback to the days before rider forward/upright seating. The motor is butter, and now with the introduction of the Yamaha Chip-Controlled Throttle system, where riders can select from one of three computer, servo controlled throttle actuation modes, the power delivery is both more precise and dare we say, smoother.

This is way more than a rev limiter type system; it’s a true, multi-dimensional design, taking input cues from several sensors and then applying the proper fuel and air flow for your choice of a Sport (S) Mode, Touring (T) Mode, or Entry (E) Mode. While you might think the Sport Mode is all you’ll ever want or need, we found ourselves dipping into the touring mode when running smooth and winding trails. The power delivery is ultra smooth and predictable, and regardless of mode, the system has no lag or detectable inaccuracies. This is next level stuff that will only expand from here, so stay tuned.

The other big “newness” is found to the rear, where a much lighter and more traditional rear suspension delivers a dramatically improved ride over the previous mono-shock design. The new skid serves up more consistent track tension, but the big pay-off is the skid’s vastly improved ability to eliminate or reduce the spine tingling effects of those unexpected “G-Outs”. Part of this can be attributed to the new FLOAT 3 XV shock, which as the nomenclature implies, has added air spring volume to better control those types of bumps.

We found the new Vector XTX so good, we had to have one for our fleet, and we went all in and opted for the Spring only LE version, with added bump control and adjustment capabilities of FLOAT 3 shocks up front, and weird science harmonics of the Performance Damper factory installed at both ends.

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The new Chip-Controlled Throttle engine management system features a dash mounted button where you can cycle through the three distinct modes.

The new 1.75-lug track delivers amazing lift in the powder, yet still has admirable on-trail manners.

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There’s a lot going on with the new YCCT engine management system, with a computer capturing data from several retrieval points, including your thumb, and then instructing the small servo motor located at the bottom of the throttle body rack to do the rest.

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Traditional in design, the SingleShot continues to use only one shock to control suspension movement, and includes the use of a drop link with front and rear couplers.

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CROSS TREKKING Splitting hairs in the crossover segment has been a trend as of late, as the segment continues to morph and change with more models and more spin-off varieties being developed each model year. Case in point is the new for 2016 CrossTrek. Dimensionally speaking, the CrossTrek is a ZR Sno Pro dressed in gentleman’s clothes. The performance tuned 137-inch Slide-Action rear suspension, wide stance ARS front suspension and premium FLOAT 3 shocks at the front, and internal floating piston gas shocks at the rear are equal to the Sno-Pro ZR in every way. Even the seat and handlebar configuration is the same.

So what makes the Trek…trek? It comes down to the more versatile 1.5-inch lug Cobra track and convenience details. The added lug height and slightly less aggressive side-bite when compared to the ZR’s RipSaw II delivers greater powder snow performance, without sacrificing much in terms of on-trail bite and big lake speed. Then come the details of standard mirrors, a taller window and “smallish” rear saddlebags.

While the differences may seem subtle, the all-around performance advantage of the Cobra track is more noticeable, especially if you ride paths less travelled.

If bombing logging roads, ditches, meadows, and brushed over ditch grades are part of your riding repertoire, then the CrossTrek should get the nod over the ZR. The beauty here is once you return to the trail, the CrossTrek gives up little in terms of trail ripping.

Then there’s the all-important intangible ingredient known as image. Where the ZR screams racer, the CrossTrek speaks more softly, thanks to its more sophisticated graphics and standard creature comforts. But with the same four engine options as the ZR, ranging from the sophisticated 6000 two-stroke twin, all the way up to the hyper speed, turbo charged 9000 series four-stroke, the CrossTrek most definitely carries a big stick.

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Bigger window and standard mirrors represent the “other” differences beyond the Cobra track when it comes to comparing the CrossTrek to a ZR. Is it enough to warrant another model? Time will tell.

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Like nearly every 2016 Arctic Cat model, the CrossTrek will come shipped with the new TEAM Rapid Response drive and driven clutch system. Developed jointly by Arctic Cat and TEAM, the new secondary sheds weight by eliminating the inner steel hub and using the shaft itself as the sliding surface.

Another key feature of the TEAM design is the complete assembly steel spider with a 30% wider roller and 70% increase in button surface area. In total, the new TEAM system is said to dramatically extend both clutch and belt life by a significant amount.

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Storage is becoming a bigger priority with new sled buyers, and while the CrossTrek side bags are small compared to other offerings, they are standard equipment and easily removed.

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this issue’s installment of Future Tense, Charles Bombardier and his team of designers have dreamt up a new take on the fully enclosed, over the snow vehicle. Inspired by the 1940 Bombardier B7, (the B was for Bombardier and 7 represented the number of passengers the vehicle could hold) one of the first snowmobiles ever designed and produced by Joseph-Armand Bombardier, the Mirage, appears on the snow swirled horizon like a futuristic dream.

About Charles Bombardier

The grandson of Joseph-Armand Bombardier, Charles has a wealth of experience in the design and engineering of vehicles during his time at BRP including the Can-Am Traxter, the second generation Ski-Doo Elite and the Can-Am Spyder Roadster. In 2008 Bombardier founded a private Research and Development Center and developed electric urban transporters and electric ATV prototypes.

With a passion for innovation, Charles is deeply involved within the design community and acts as an expert and a consultant to support inventors, companies and basically anyone interested in new applications for mechanical engineering. His website www. charlesbombardier.com promotes open innovation and along with a team of designers they are constantly dreaming, innovating, and creating new concepts and publishing them for all to see.

As Charles puts it, “Our mission is to inspire kids, students, inventors and tinkerers to improve existing modes of transportation and imagine what the future holds for us. We share our concepts with the world so they can grow faster, evolve and become a reality one day.”

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From the mind of Charles Bombardier and his team of “dreamers”, this season we take a look at the ‘not so out of this world’ future of snowmobiles. From the probable to the seemingly impossible, could these ideas end up on a future trail near you?

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The Mirage was inspired by the very first over the snow vehicle designed and built by Joseph-Armand Bombardier in 1940…the B7.

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In the 1970s, Ski-Doo’s Research and Development center built two advanced snowmobile prototypes under the project name Mirage. The vehicle had no relationship to the like named, and more traditional Moto-Ski Mirage snowmobile. Instead, the R&D developed Mirage was a fully enclosed snowmobile equipped with a steering wheel, four seats and sharp geometric forms, (as Charles puts it) similar to exotic cars of the time.

The Mirage concept shown here is a hybrid blending of the original Bombardier B7 snow vehicle and those two Mirage skunk works vehicles from the 1970s.

More than just an elegant design, Charles and his team gave additional thought to the “guts” of this machine. Built upon an aluminum frame, it’s designed to be powered by a 240-horesepower, Volkswagen Touareg Turbo Diesel engine. Known for its durability, power and torque, the turbo diesel would allow the fitment of tracks at the front of the vehicle as well as the back, giving the Mirage the ability to become a true workhorse.

The Mirage shown here however, has skis affixed to the front, and an “oversized” 150-amp alternator would deliver enough power to the electrical system to employ the use of an electric power assist steering system, easily turning the large skis, which are mounted to a strut type suspension.

Configured to carry up to six people in a 3+3 design, the internal layout could also be changed to garner more room for cargo.

According to Charles, his team of designers developed several iterations with varying track and ski options, including an extended track version for additional flotation.

Large windows on all sides of the vehicle deliver a wide field of vision, and an electric powered sunroof incorporates a modern automotive feel to the vehicle. The overall look was inspired from art deco and automotive design cues from the 1950s.

The Mirage concepts shown here were designed by Boris Schwarzer.

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Already beaten down by your half-wit boss and catching grief from your (ahem) better half as you point the tow rig north, your pupils are dilated and your lids feel like steel shutters. Determined to press on regardless, here are ten gas station goodies that may help get you there, or get you sick trying.

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5-HOUR ENERGY SHOT

Sure, you could chug a 32-ounce Frankenstein or Purple Cow, but why fill up on all that “other crap” when you can inject the good stuff in one little 2-ounce bottle. Available in a bunch of flavors, we tend to grab the extra strength stuff because…well…why wouldn’t we. The little bottles allow you to chug the acidic mix like Joey Chestnut eats hotdogs.

While it’s the double shot of caffeine that likely gives the juice a kick, we keep telling ourselves it’s the ridiculous 2,000mg B-vitamin shot and amino acids that help as well… albeit doubtful.

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Bits, pieces, end cuts…call it what you want but when we see one of these non-descript jumbo bags of locally smoked and seasoned beef at our nearby fuel and fill, we immediately grab a few pounds. Sure, the national stuff like Jack Links grabs all the headlines and funny commercials, but it’s WAY overpriced.

Heck, we’ve considered offing our own cow and smoking the entire 1,800-pounds rotisserie style, in revolt of Jack’s egregious pricing. While smoked meat won’t prop your eyelids like caffeine, the annoying chunks of grizzled and sinewy fat stuck between your teeth for the next three hours will.

DOUBLE GLAZED DOUGHNUT

Who doesn’t love a sugar-bombed doughnut, especially the gas station variety? Fresh? If you consider being baked in a factory six states away, two weeks ago and injected with enough preservatives to embalm your grandmother, then we’d say…fresh enough. The key here is the sugar overload that will have you twerking behind the wheel for another solid hour, and your dentist grinning with dollar bill signs in his eyes when you return for your six-month check up.

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We know you’ve seen that little packet of Horny Goat Weed in the bathroom vending machine and thought to yourself…hmmm what could it hurt. Well we tried it and lived to tell about. Each little magical box, which features a smitten goat ready for action, has two blue caplets inside.

As any good snowmobiler would, we took them both, sticking to the old motto “more is more”.

After another hour of driving, we felt only a slight tingle in the nether regions, which turned out to be nothing more than a needed bathroom break, followed by an upset stomach.

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RED MAN CHEWING TOBACCO Down the road from our family farm, a neighboring farmer drove a rusted out Dodge Power Wagon that featured a distinct, paintless and rusty patch of corrosion from the top edge of the driver’s window to the rocker panels. It was the result of years of chewing and spitting the chewing tobacco for real men…Red Man. Each pouch is packed with sticks, stems, and probably dirt, and will have non-chewers hurling on the shoulder in under ten miles. That should keep you awake.

END OF THE DAY COFFEE If your sledding travels are anything like ours, planning is for quitters. Unlike some of our riding buddies who come prepared with a fresh thermos of coffee for the late night road hours, or worse yet, spend valuable beer money on one of those foo-foo whipped creamy dreamy coffee drinks, we like to take our chances with the potent stuff. Bust through the doors of any off the beaten path gas station past 9:00pm and chances are the coffee in the pot has been steaming for the better part of six hours. That means all the worthless water has evaporated, leaving you with a pure shot of black beans and caffeine…lots and lots of caffeine. Two packs of sugar to kill the bite and you’re good.

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MAGNA-RXTRA The way we figure it, if “he’s up” you will be too.

According to the back of the provocative packet, this stuff is made by “real doctors” for real results. Who’s gonna argue? The supplement facts reads like a packet of organic fertilizer purchased down at the farm supply store with more bark, grass, roots, seeds and ground up leaves than a compost pile. Our friend the horny goat weed is in there, as too is Oyster meat…Oyster’s have meat? We took both pills on an overnight pull last winter, and while we can’t say for certain if it worked, the fact that everyone else in the truck kept asking if I was “up” kept me awake.

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The Tropical Edition HOT BREWED BEERS FOR COLD WINTER NIGHTS The way we look at it…shop time is beer time, and after enduring a full winter of cheap swill from last season’s Shop Motivation featuring the cheapest beers we could find, this season’s beer review had to be different, our innards demanded it. As much as we love snow, cold and the winter season, we admit the nights get long and endless hours of wrenching in the shop has us thinking of warmer days, sandy beaches, clear blue water and especially the beer. From Hawaii to Mexico to the Caribbean, there’s just something tasty about those golden lagers. This winter we’re bringing the beach to the shop and we’re doing the hard work for you by tipping back 12 tropical inspired beers…all in the name of research.

Kona Longboard Island Lager ORIGIN: HAWAII (THE BIG ISLAND)

The Hawaiian Islands are out there, I mean there’s a lot of water between those lumps of hardened lava and the mainland. Knowing this, it only makes sense they brew their own golden thirst quencher. The Kona Brewery sipped from its first batch of Big Wave Golden Ale back in 1995, and now brews more than 12 varieties and is the top selling craft beer on the islands. The Longboard Lager we selected doesn’t feature a twist off cap, so you know it’s legit, I mean they clearly don’t want just any redneck shop monkey sipping these suds. It’s pleasantly smooth and bold at the same time, and doesn’t have any hints of that uptown, overly hoppy craft beer snob flavor either. The Longboard is the right blend, so you can keep ripping caps and chugging suds as your twisted crank rebuild project slips deep into the night.

Landshark Lager

ORIGIN: ST. LOUIS MISSOURI Nothing could be more tropical or beach inspired than St. Louis right? With Jimmy Buffet cranking on the big shop speakers, the Landshark brew is sort of like that homeless vagrant hitchhiking his way to the Gulf of Mexico…he knows where he wants to be, but right now smells a lot like he’s been sleeping under an overpass. Like any “good” skunky beer, proper chilling is a must with the “Shark”. A few degrees above freezing, and Landshark turns into a not so affordable sink drain cleaner. Drink carefully.

Victoria

ORIGIN: MEXICO This beer is old, as in the oldest beer brand in Mexico, but it doesn’t taste old. Victoria was first produced in 1865, and was later acquired by the Modelo brewing company in 1935. A Vienna style lager, we can honestly say this might be one of the best Mexican brewed beers we’ve sampled. While nearly every beer produced in Mexico claims they start with pure filtered water, (which is always a good thing in Mexico) we actually believe it when it comes to Victoria. The brown bottle hints old school cool, as does the large script logo, making it the perfect beer for podium celebrations and bench racing wins. Unlike other “poser” imported beers from Mexico, Victoria specifically states their beer should NOT be served with a lime…we couldn’t agree more.

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The Tropical Edition

ORIGIN: MEXICO

Tecate

ORIGIN: MEXICO If you like your beer open and cold…here’s your nectar. In our book, the big T is the ideal tropical themed sledder shop beer. They already are big time sponsors of Indy, Grand Prix, SCORE Off-Road and most recently, dropped down nearly $6 million to be the exclusive beer sponsor for the Mayweather-Pacquiao fight. The beer is a bit bold, and like any Mexican beer, ya gotta make sure its cold so you can overlook anything foreign that might be floating near the bottom.

Just like a knockout punch from Mayweather, Tecate can sneak up on you. The first one goes back at a nice trail pace, but soon the magical, Mexican brew fever creeps into the picture. Like the time you lost your pants in Cancun, you’ll loose count of how many Tecate brews you’ve tipped back, at what is now a fever pitch. Soon you’ll be doing podium interviews with yourself and feeling like Mayweather was using your melon for target practice.

Amigo Grande ORIGIN: WHITE BEAR LAKE, MINNESOTA

Hailing from the Big Wood Brewery in Minnesota, the Amigo Grande is bigger than most “authentic” tropical beers.

Tipping the scales at a full 16-ounces, (better known as a pounder in the shop) the friendly Amigo does go down smooth like a well-balanced lager should, and the bigger size means less trips to the fridge for a refill. Now, while the Amigo might not hail from warmer waters, Minnesota does have a lot of lakes and plenty of heat and humidity during the summer months, which is close enough for us. The Amigo only comes in a can, which eliminates that beach side feeling of gripping a cold bottle with sand covered hands. It’s not the best lager, it’s not the cheapest, but it is the biggest…we call that a win.

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Corona Light

Know this…Corona only made our list because we knew our email would light up if we didn’t include it. Probably the most popular of all Mexican beers, at least in the United States and Canada, the reasons for this remain a head scratcher for us.

Whether it’s the light version we sampled here or the fuller bodied regular style, both are served with a slice of lime. Tradition you say? We say a requirement. If you ever get a chance to drink a Corona without a squeeze of lime…just don’t. We call it the poser beer of the tropics, because only the wannabe beach bums are drinking it with their oversize board shorts and hockey flow hair cuts.

Dragon Stout

ORIGIN: JAMAICA Ok, so if you’re not really into stouts, but just want to give one a taste, here’s some free advice…make sure it’s cold and in a glass! Second, don’t drink one after a vigorous workout. In fact, a better choice of rehydrating would be a talk glass of warm, expired milk. For the sake of good editorial, we included this Jamaican Stout, and as soon as you handle this bottle, you’ll feel in control… or more like a giant, since the bottle only contains 300ml, maybe less after you spill a few drops upon opening.

Our first attempt at Dragon Stout had us wishing that we followed the sound advice above. Served correctly, this stout is good. It pours dark with little head, there isn’t much carbonation, and has a sweet bitterness. One or two of these bad boys and you feel full; no need to buy a six pack.

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Carib Lager ORIGIN: TRINIDAD

Open this bottle and it screams Caribbean.

Order one of these bad boys at the bar while on vacation, and the bartender may shoot you a look of approval and give you a nod, leaving you feeling smug and secure that you belong there, even though you look like a hunk of white Wonder Bread that got too much sun. Easily put, it’s refreshing as hell and we know cause numerous times we’ve had large quantities of this exceptional brew. A box of Carib on ice says you’re here to party, but still a gentleman that appreciates his beers.

Don’t believe us? Buy a few cases, put them on ice on a hot day, and soon your jokes are funnier, you’re better looking, and your wife just got hotter. A few points of safety, if you’re serving up Carib to friends, make sure it’s really cold. Any Carib served with warmth comes with a free skunk aftertaste. If need be, buy a few extra cases for hot days and drink half bottles. This works especially well for slow drinkers.

Sol

ORIGIN: MEXICO Dating back to 1899, when a German brewmaster wanted to leave something behind while vacationing at an all-inclusive resort in Mexico. He gave them El Sol, which was the original name of this crisp, clear brew. Sol makes a statement from the moment you open the case. It has a classic vintage look, thanks to a painted label right on the bottle in red and white, with a neck that is literally ribbed with class. Sol’s a solid beer that doesn’t require fruit to make it appealing, but some will argue otherwise, so it’s best to have a few slices of limes cut up on the side. Great accompaniment to any Beach Party! It’s so authentic, the only thing on this bottle is the expiry date, and we think it’s only there to satisfy the lawyers.

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Modelo Especial ORIGIN: MEXICO

It’s good to be the king. Any beer that comes in a fancy bottle, finished with a gold foil wrapper over the cap is not just good, but good enough for any fridge. The Modelo definitely stands out in the shop fridge. This can be a good thing, but sooner or later it gets plucked, and after numerous Modelos, the over the top packaging tends to get in the way. One of our shop viewing party regulars dubbed “Sparky” for his electric personality, is a thirsty connoisseur. His need for more beer, soon had him frustrated with the foil removal process. Instead, he was cracking caps and the foil became a lip-cutting hazard. This beer is not a nail biters best friend. It does however, have a smooth taste of power, and we found it to be a conversation starter. It’s made with filtered water, which is a good thing, being that it’s brewed in Mexico.

Bush Light

ORIGIN: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA What…Busch Light isn’t an island beer….well, hell it outta be. Let’s just be clear…Bush Light is probably one of the biggest overlooked good time brews in the known world. While many flock to the tropics for some relaxing down time, some of us still vacation in four inches of water in a plastic pool on the back deck. If that’s the case, you’re not gonna splurge for a few cases of imported lager…nope, you wanna vacation on a budget. This beer simply kicks anyone’s ass, and is the biggest bango for your bucko. We don’t think we even need to talk about it, it’s that good. Not just good, but a truly reliable brew, so if your vacation is at the Backyard Sandal and not “the Sandals” grab a plastic chair, remove your shirt, lean back and grab a sixer of the Bush Leger (French for light). Your beach vacation just got a whole lot more affordable.

Red Stripe ORIGIN: JAMAICA

We sampled these all night and by the wee morning hours, we loved the way these stubby little bottles made us look. The taste isn’t necessarily over the top great, but it’s definitely ‘ok’, especially if you’re in a back alley, looking for directions in Kingston, Jamaica. Take our word for it, if you’re going to polish off some of these old fashioned stubbies, beware that after five you’ll find your swagger. Your hands may appear to look like those of Zeus, and your witty personality will be firing on all cylinders.

But easy there tiger…It’s all an illusion, so don’t go spouting off anything that your sled or your ass can’t back up in the morning. That 1989 Mach 1 you got behind the shop…nope it will not…we repeat, will not compete, win, or finish Cain’s Quest.

Just sit back and have another “Stripe”.

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his is the time of year most snowmobilers are lookin’ to sell their stuff. This seems backwards, what with winter coming and all, but in the snowmobile world, it’s all about movin’ on to bigger and better things, so sellin’ your junk for someone else’s junk that’s in a whole lot better shape is a step up for most of us. We’re not afraid to buy someone else’s failed project, especially after they sunk a bunch of money into parts, trying to get it going and are lookin’ to sell it for a huge loss. Heck, the way we see it, we’re doin’ that guy a favor by takin’ a headache off his plate.

Now, ‘ol Beerstein, he’s got a system when it comes to swap meets and sellin’ stuff. One thing we learned over the years is you can’t just park your junk any old way at your swap spot and expect to get top dollar.

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the first swap of the season the other day, loadin’ up the trailer and whatnot, and we got to talkin’ - what if we could help some of the youngsters out there with their sellin’ and swappin’? You know, share some of the secrets? Beerstein, he’s usually pretty tight-lipped when it comes to this kinda stuff, unless he’s way deep into the cold barley hydration, but this time he was all for it. Heck, he likes hagglin’ more than anyone, so the more people out there willin’ to dicker on price with him, the better as far as he’s concerned. And hey, he’s always had a soft spot for the kids comin’ up in the sport.

So here goes, some of Beerstein’s best buyin’ and sellin’ tips.

One thing about Beerstein, him just ownin’ stuff makes it more valuable. Take two sleds, one is Beerstein’s and one is just some ‘ol sled; well, even if they’re the exact same shape and exact same model, that

one Beerstein’s owned is gonna be worth more. Not only that, Beerstein can make any ‘ol sled sound like it’s the sled the entire industry was built around. He does his research and you gotta give the guy credit, he can rattle off facts about pretty much any sled on the planet, especially ones he owns and especially about ones he’s trying to sell. That ‘ol sled? Well, that was the first and only year that model came with the black stripe around the hood graphic. By the time Beerstein’s done givin’ his sales pitch, either the guy’s eyes have glazed over, or he’s knockin’ people over trying to get to the cash machine to give Beerstein full askin’ price. Know the back-story… that’s what ol’ Beer says.

Speakin’ of knowin’ stuff, you gotta know your market when you go into some of these swaps. We’ll be the first ones to admit that some of these vintage swaps

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can be dangerous cuz these guys know their stuff. We don’t try to sell stuff by sayin’ it’s somethin’ it’s not, but lettin’ a person think it’s a little more than it is? Well, that’s all fine and dandy. I mean, carve-it emptor or something like that. Some of these big industry swaps where you’re seein’ guys selling fridges and kitchen sinks and skateboards with tracks, well, a sucker’s gonna come by every minute at one of those. But you go to one of those big vintage events, those ones where you got the guys in the fur hats riding around smoking a cigar, lookin’ like they were born with it hangin’ outta their pie-hole?

Ya better know your stuff or you’ll get schooled, which Beerstein says means you’re taking way less than asking price.

Here’s one most people don’t think of - if you got somethin’ real good, like hen’s tooth rare, don’t set that thing out for everyone to see. Keep it back somewhere like it’s not for sale. One year we parked at the swap and Beerstein, well he was wantin’ to part with his ‘ol factory race sled from his oval racin’ days. Now, we sorta stumbled on this hot trick by accident, see because Beerstein didn’t want it to get all dusty and well, he still wasn’t quite sure he wanted to sell it. So there it sat in the trailer, just the nose sticking out of the trailer door.

You wouldn’t believe how many people asked about that sled. Better yet, it kept the tire kickers away and those fellers who wanted to know more about it, well they just kept bringing over free beers for me and Beerstein. According to Beerstein, the only thing better than a cold and open beer is a free one.

Ok, so here’s another tip that really gets Beerstein’s Carharts knotted up…checks. Now having a pocket full of cash seems pretty obvious, since we’re talkin’ swaps. Now you want to see ol’ Beer get heated up? Offer him a checks for that 1972 chaincase, complete with rusted-on secondary. Heck, I bet even if you offered him a free beer with it he’d still go off. There’s a few things ya gotta know about seasoned swap guys. First, a lot of them are married, and that means they told the Misses they’re there to get rid of junk and maybe get enough money together to buy her that new shiny silver, twin door ice box. Now if one them guys comes home with a checks…well she’s gonna find out. What’s more…a swap meet is just as much about buying more junk as it is about getting rid of it. Ya can’t do that with a checks. Now old Beerstein, he takes nothing but cash, partly because he likes to frequent the club run beer gardens, and more so because his gal won’t know. Cash is king and easier to hide.

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swappers. I mean there was this one time when this young, flat brim wearing kid was thinking he was putting the drop on ol’ Beer. If I remember, he was selling some hot buggy that had more stickers than paint, and about 22-inches of bar riser. I’m not sure why Beerstein wanted that sled.

Anyways, the kid was too busy sucking on a can Chugger energy drink, and showing off his tats to even notice ol’ Beerstein giving his buggy the eye at first. When he finally did, he made some crack about Beerstein’s age, but ol Beer he wasn’t biting. Instead, he offered up a ridiculous low-ball offer, and then just stared the kid down like he was in some Clint Eastwood movie or something. Next thing ya know, the kid starts dropping the price and before ya know it, ol’ Beerstein is loading that contraption up in the back of his Studebaker. Best offer means offer lots less, and once you do…shut the hell up. Beerstein calls it the paws of death or something like that.

So there ya go kids…just a few of ol’ Beerstein’s buying and selling tips…learn ‘em and use ‘em, and we almost garan-tee swap success. J

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From the makers of the Biteharder, this carbide sharpening tool comes with a 12v Carbide Grinding motor.

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We at OSM use this tool a lot so we felt it our duty to include it in this buyer’s guide. Dayco has a sh#t-ton of belts. The product list is mind-boggling. Ladies looking for an inexpensive gift that is sure to make your favoritehow sledder this Holiday season? The new Switch Dayco makes belts for practically every sled, so you can imagine manyhappy belts they goggle from Triple 9 is going to set you back around $80.00, but carry. With this new app for your smart phone you can literally scan your VIN number with he’ll think you blew the budget on them. With standard features your phone and it will spit out what exact Dayco belt your sled needs. Just think how cool like new and improved foam (which allows the goggles to breath you will look at the parts counter when you throw that down.

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Side Support Pole Here is a unique new product that falls into the category of, “why did it take so long for someone to come up with this.” The Side Support Pole allows you to simply and effectively hold your sled securely on its side. The fully adjustable locking mechanism gives you the flexibility to tip any sled over so you can get to the bottom of your skis…say to sharpen your carbides.

The Biteharder Side Support Pole also features a universal handle bar adapter, and a rubber tipped bottom for pavement or garages, a removable snow basket that allows for use in packed snow. Convenience, simplicity, safety and performance!... Just what you’d expect from Biteharder. For complete details check out: www.biteharder.com

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Mini 120 High Performance Speedshop Exhaust Race Kit Looking to shave a little weight and add a few more ponies this year? Speed Shop Inc. has a very cool line of Titanium and Stainless Steel exhaust for most of the recent models. The Arctic Cat 800 and 6000 mufflers only weigh 2.5 lbs in Titanium and only 4.75 lbs in Stainless Steel. The Polaris AXYS 800, Etec 800, Etec 600, and Polaris 800/600 (non AXYS) all only weigh 2.8 lbs in Titanium and 5.35 lbs in Stainless. Not only do you benefit from a huge weight loss, but Speedshop dyno tested them at Dyno Tech Research and they picked up 3 horsepower as well. These are baffled canister mufflers that are trail friendly, not a loud straight through muffler. SSI also has Titanium and Stainless Steel performance pipes too. The Titanium mufflers $399 and the Stainless Steel versions are only $199.

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Polaris Snowmobiles Marketing Manager have a woman in a position such as yours. Do you see yourself approaching things any differently because of it?

I have been very fortunate to work with many amazing people at Polaris in the eight years that I have been here, both men and women. It is a fact that many leaders in our industry are men, and I am extremely proud to be a part of a growing group of female leaders. However, I wouldn’t say my approach is different because I’m a woman. I’d say my approach is simply about learning, listening and understanding our customers, and utilizing that knowledge along with my marketing experience to do the best things for Polaris and our riders.

There’s a new girl in charge of snowmobile marketing at Polaris, and the gang at OSM was fortunate enough to chat with Julie Benton during Haydays this past September. Julie has been with Polaris for eight years, and during that time has worked as both a Marketing Specialist and Product Manger, utilizing her Carlson School of Management undergraduate degree, and soon to be completed MBA from the University of St. Thomas in the process. Julie represents a new breed of young, talented and business savvy leaders entering the snowmobile industry, and after talking with Julie for this issue’s “5-Minutes”, it’s safe to say the future of the sport is in good hands.

Polaris has been growing at an incredible pace as of late, not just with the powerhouse off-road products such as RZR and Ranger, but also through the launch of Indian, Slingshot and several acquisitions. Obviously, Polaris has deep roots when it comes to snowmobiles, but should Polaris snowmobile fans be concerned about the future of Polaris snowmobiles?

Polaris started as a snowmobile company and we are committed to continuing to innovate and grow our snow business. Not only have we introduced several new and innovative products in the past few years, including the new AXYS chassis and 800 H.O. Cleanfire Engine, but also look at Polaris’ recent acquisition of Timbersled. Polaris is clearly dedicated to investing in snow! The vast and diverse Polaris portfolio of brands is an advantage to our company as well as our riders. It allows our company to have an expanded pool of resources and talent to leverage, as we develop the best products available on the market!

The Rush and subsequent AXYS with Pro-Ride suspension was a major departure from what was considered the “norm” in snowmobile design, and it came at a time when the industry as a whole was struggling in terms of numbers. Obviously, it has been quite successful, but from a marketing standpoint, has it been challenging to change riders’ perceptions and have them try something different that is “outside the box”?

The PRO-RIDE suspension was an industry game-changer when it launched in 2010 on the RUSH. It showed Polaris’ commitment to innovation and pushing technology to new places in order to improve the ride experience for our customers. Snowmobilers crave innovation; however, there was certainly some skepticism in the beginning with this product. What I have found is that the best way to change riders’ perceptions is to let them hear what other riders have to say. Those that have ridden this product agree that it has lived up to the hype. However, what’s great about our current line-up of sleds is that we have options for everyone. So, if you decide that the RUSH isn’t the right sled for you and how you ride, we have options like INDY for those that want a great on-trail sled at a great value.

For several years, the industry has worked hard at trying to attract more women to the fold. Do you foresee Polaris or yourself executing any special initiatives as it relates to this objective in the future?

At Polaris, we want to offer the best experience for all riders. We are definitely working on some initiatives to attract new people into the sport, and that includes women, younger riders, and those that have never experienced snowmobiles before. We always want to help breakdown boundaries for riders to help them get into the sport. The opportunity we have right now with Timbersled is a great way to bring a new market of dirt riders into the snow world. In addition, some of our sponsored athletes that host riding clinics, like Dan Adams and Matt Entz, are doing great things to help women get into the sport. They are showing them how to improve their skills in settings, and using techniques that make sense for them. I’m very excited to continue supporting these initiatives and pushing the sport further!

Clubs are the lifeblood of this sport. They build and maintain trails and riding areas, work tirelessly behind the scenes when it comes to access and other legislative issues, and often times are the access point for new riders to the sport. What are some things Polaris is doing to support these clubs, and can we expect new ideas going forward?

Great question! I absolutely agree that the trail clubs and associations, along with their dedicated volunteers, are critical assets for our sport.

Polaris has always been, and continues to be dedicated to supporting these groups. One of our new initiatives that support these groups is the RiderX app. This app was developed to help riders find available trails and waypoints in order to enhance their riding experience. As Polaris looks to continue building the app, we are collaborating with long standing partners like snowmobile clubs, local state associations, and trail support teams. For example, Polaris is offering association clubs the opportunity to advertise their association club name, contact info, and website on relevant maps free of cost.

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now you’ve probably either heard of, seen a pair, or maybe even own a pair of the innovative looking and even better performing Split Rail skis. This unique ski design was the brainchild of Split Rail President and founder Rob Wrightman. The staff here at OSM has sampled the ski as well, and we were blown away by the performance, reduced effort, and incredible precision of this unique design. This past fall we were passing through the company’s home base in Gravenhurst, Ontario and dropped in to get the full 411 on Split Rail for this issue. Operations Manager Ian Coneybeare was gracious enough to show us around and answer our questions on this truly innovate ski.

During Split Rail’s Switch and Go demo ride days, customers can sample the skis for themselves, and then switch their old skis in for a new set of Split Rails, right on site.

What was the impetus for starting the company?

Rob (Wrightman, the company founder and president) really wanted to produce a snowmobile ski that had unparalleled handling characteristics. It was his vision and expertise that led to the first Split Rail ski being developed.

Where did you come up with the idea for the Split Rail?

After watching powerboat racing on Georgian Bay, Rob noticed that the catamaran tunnel hull boats could turn on a dime at incredibly high speeds, with extreme precision and stability. Almost overnight, the idea came together that snow is just frozen water, so why couldn’t that catamaran design be applied to the snow?

Ever since USI and SLP introduced composite type skis, there have been a lot of differing ideas and ski designs introduced over the past 15 to 20 years. Obviously, your ski looks much different than others; why is it better?

The Split Rail Ski eliminates darting, corner push, and reduces steering effort because there isn’t a keel. Conventional skis have an inherent design flaw; that being a center keel. When you eliminate the keel, you eliminate darting, you eliminate pushing in the corners, and you eliminate heavy steering effort. It sounds like a bold statement, but it really is true. The Split Rail skis solve all three of those issues. Our customers often refer to the Split Rail skis as having the “power steering effect”. Point the skis where you want to go and it is truly like “riding on rails”!

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Aside from a growing dealer network, Split Rail also attends several snowmobile shows in the fall, including OSM’s own Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV and Powersports show in late October. Look for them this year if you’re at the show.

Skis ready for shipment.

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How do you test your products?

Ride them! We have every model of machine that we make the skis for and test them extensively in every snow condition; from the first snow fall, to deep mountain powder, to even open water, all while trying different carbide and suspension set ups. We have Gueco Racing in Alaska racing with our Split Rail Skis in ICE-X Racing and the Iron Dog Race. The snowmobile magazines have tested them extensively on all different kinds of machines and terrain, with exceptional results.

What’s the best way to purchase your products/services?

We a have an ever growing dealer network, and we sell directly to customers who do not have a local Split Rail Ski dealer. Contact us through our website at www.splitrailski.com or call us toll free at 1-888-771-9872 and we’ll direct you accordingly.

Do you offer any type of warranty or guarantee?

Absolutely! We offer our exclusive “Ride Guarantee”. For example, if you buy and register a pair of Split Rail skis this fall, and you’re not 100% satisfied with your new Split Rail Skis, return your undamaged skis for a refund before January 15th 2016 (excludes carbides and freight). We also have a one year warranty against manufacturer defects.

Do you have any new products or services that you are looking to introduce this year, or the near future, that has you excited?

We have prototype fitments for the Arctic

According to Ian, Split Rail is finalizing details on new fitments for the Arctic Cat ProCross and Yamaha SRV chassis sleds. The results are said to literally transform the handling characteristics of those sleds.

Cat Pro Cross and Yamaha Viper chassis in development. The results from testing the prototypes as with all our fitments are exceptional. The Split Rail Skis completely change the handling characteristics on the chassis into an extraordinarily precise and predictable handling machine, with reduced steering effort. It’s a lot like going from a Miata to a Ferrari. These skis will completely change the way you think of snowmobile handling.

Tell us something about the company that you wish more people knew.

There are three things that I’d like to mention: The first is that we offer demo rides; December 19th, January 9th, 16th, 23rd and February 6th and 20th at our head office in Gravenhurst, Ontario. If you can’t make it to one of our demo rides, you can even call for a private demo. We call these demos our “Switch and Go Program”, and it allows potential customers to really feel the difference for themselves. Second, the Split Rail Ski is one of the best off trail skis that I’ve ever used. It gives you a very flickable front end with tons of floatation, letting you jump on and off trail with ease.

Lastly, our patented Split Rail Ski was designed from the snow up. There is simply nothing else like it.

I’m assuming everyone at the company is a snowmobile enthusiast. Where are your favorite places to ride?

Enthusiasts might be the wrong word, more like obsessed. In the dead of summer you can always overhear us talking sleds and what will be the best ride of the year. We are located in the heart of Muskoka, and you can’t be in a much better riding area than that. Tight

twisty trails, open meadows, lake running, technical off trail and smack dab in the middle of the snow-belt. This is our favorite place to ride.

What’s next for the company?

Our goal is to become standard equipment on an OEM snowmobile, which many of our customers repeatedly say to their local dealers and manufacturer reps (this is always appreciated and we hope it continues).

In 10 words or less tell us why someone should choose Split Rail?

It’s like “riding on rails”! No longer a figure of speech!

For more information on Split Rail or to contact them you can call them at 1-888-771-9872, email them at info@splitrailski.com , or go online and check ‘em out at www.splitrailski.com

Back in the hidden confines of the Split Rail facility, new designs are being molded and tested for future applications.

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The “true” split design of the ski is the design feature behind the pure tracking ability of the namesake ski.

Despite strong demand for Split Rail Skis, the company is well prepared for the season with a huge inventory of skis in stock.

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness and what a great month for our team to be in full swing planning the 17th Annual Kelly Shires Breast Cancer Snow Run. Once again we will be painting the trails of Muskoka PINK he weekend of February 5, 6 & 7th, 2016. We are thrilled to announce that again this year, Hidden Valley Resort in Huntsville will be our host resort offering exclusive use of the resort for the event this year.

Possibly you have heard about this event before and its one of a kind atmosphere. It is not your average run of the mill fundraising event and it has earned its longstanding reputation for being a fun and amazing weekend. This is an all-women snowmobile experience that will not soon be forgotten while at the same time paying it forward. The theme of “Women helping Women” was a concept created by Kelly Shires before she lost her lengthy battle with breast cancer. The goal of the charity is to raise funds to offer financial assistance to breast cancer across Canada, as a diagnosis can be a huge financial strain.

The event kicks off on the Friday afternoon allowing ladies the time to get settled in at the resort, meet the registration team while picking

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up their fundraising incentive gifts, a fabulous goody bag and shop at the pink market and a cozy mingle area. Early Friday evening the Meet’n’Greet kick starts the weekend and is hosted by Carey Moran from KICX FM. Carey certainly knows how to get the ladies up and having a blast. The Meet’n’Greet is a great opportunity to meet with other riders, catch up with old friends from previous rides and just relax and have fun. Complete with dinner, games, prizes and laughter.

Saturday is all about the ride. Participants enjoy a wonderful buffet breakfast before heading outside for an amazing day on the trails. When a participant registers for the event they will have a choice of a team to ride with based on their riding ability. They have an option of one of five teams ranging from Team Turtle to the Hooter Haulers (further team descriptions are available on our website). We are pleased to add a new team level this year for those who would like a shorter ride with more breaks.

Teams are further broken down into to smaller groups to ensure maximum enjoyment for all.

The benefit of this design is that there is a team for everyone, whether it is your first time riding or if you love to braap along on the trail! Each

team then departs on its designated route after opening ceremonies, which is a celebration that is hard to capture in words. Teams will meet up at the designated lunch location nestled on the trails. Each team then departs from the lunch destination to arrive back late afternoon at Hidden Valley Resort where they are treated to hot chocolate and treats before they hit the showers and get ready for the evening ahead.

The festivities kick off in the evening with cocktails, a scrumptious plated dinner, speeches, awards and an amazing silent auction. We have a very special evening planned this year complete with Emcee, Beverly Thomson from Canada AM. For those who are not quite ready to call it night, we invite you to join us as we dance the night away. Sunday morning participants are treated to a buffet breakfast before they leave for their journey home, full of new memories and with the knowledge that they have made a difference in the life of someone battling breast cancer. Words cannot adequately express what it means to be a part of this.

Whether it’s a small or a large commitment, working together, we DO make a difference.

Our sincere appreciation to everyone who participates in this event, and to our great crew of volunteers. Heartfelt appreciation to all our sponsors, including platinum level sponsors – BRP Inc., Choko, Factory Recreation (Ski-Doo dealer in Midland), FXR, Royal Distributing, and The Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV and Powersports Show (a full list of sponsors can be found on the charity website). There is literally a way for everyone to get involved, from participating to fundraising, volunteering or simply supporting the companies that support the charity!

Although the ride is for women only there is a strong male support who ensure through volunteering and fundraising, that all participating in this event will have a wonderful and memorable experience. The amazing grounds crew team welcomes you upon arrival and offer their assistance – everything from unloading

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annual raffle with an additional early bird prize, which will be drawn on Sunday, October 25th at the Toronto Snowmobile, ATV & Powersport Show (remainder of prizes will be drawn at the main event on Feb 6, 2016). Tickets are only $10.00 for a chance to win one for four fantastic prizes and an easy way to support this great cause!

your machine to parking your vehicle and trailer if you desire! Both the event and charity are volunteer driven, which means that the funds raised go directly to breast cancer patients. The dedication of the volunteer organizing committee ensures that this is experience is beyond expectation in carrying forth Kelly’s dream and legacy.

The Charity and the event were Co-founded by good friends Kelly Shires and Suzy Stenoff over 17 years ago. When Kelly was diagnosed with breast cancer she immediately knew she wanted her focus to be on others in the same situation. She knew and experienced personally everything from the initial diagnoses, the physical, emotional, mental and financial aspects of the battle against the disease. In realizing each she knew there was great insufficiency in the financial component. Most of those going through treatment are too ill to work and many do not qualify for any type of government assistance, at a time when they need to focus on their health and recovery. OHIP and private health plans do not cover all expenses related to going through a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. This is where Kelly knew a difference could be made. Kelly Shires lost her lengthy battle with breast cancer on October 31, 2004 but her dream and legacy carry on today though each participant and volunteer every year.

The Kelly Shires Foundation helps financially assist breast cancer patients across Canada with items that are not covered by OHIP or private medical plans. To learn more about the event or to make a donation, please visit www. breastcancersnowrun.org. For more information on the charity or to apply to financial assistance please visit www.kellyshiresfoundtaion.org. For details on the Quebec chapter please visit www. randonneedesneiges.org Space is limited for the ride so it’s your choice be a part of this amazing experience.

Registration is simple and can be done on-line at www.breastcancersnowrun.org, you won’t regret it! Once you register for the event you can create your very own fundraising page that helps you to easily start your fundraising! We have some fantastic fundraising incentive prizes for you! What are you waiting for, time to take a quick reading break and logon your computer to make a difference!

We are pleased to once again be hosting our

Early Bird - 2015 CanAm Outlander XMR 650 (donated by Can-Am/BRP & Factory Recreation in Midland).

1st prize - 2016 Ski-Doo ACE 900 (donated by BRP/Ski-Doo & Factory Recreation, Midland) 2nd prize - $500 Gift Certificate for Royal Distributing (donated by Royal Distributing) 3rd prize – Stay for 2 at Hidden Valley Resort, Huntsville (donated by Hidden Valley Resort) Make sure you come and visit us at our booth at the Toronto Snowmobile, ATV & Powersport Show at the International Centre – October 23rd – 25th! (Follow the pink carpet to our booth. We

can’t wait to see you!

Make sure you check out details for the 7th Annual TraX4 Breast Cancer ATV ride by visiting www.trax4bc.com and don’t miss out on Quebec’s 11th Annual Randonnee Des Neiges at www.randonneedesneiges.com.

We are not funded by the government so we rely on the generosity of our donors, if you cannot make it to one of our events and would like to support the cause, we would welcome any donations through our secure on-line donation forum at www.kellyshiresfoundation. org. Thank you for your support!

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Mt. Carleton-Christmas Mountains Grooming Hub Announced This past summer, a major announcement was made that snowmobilers, businesses, the Winter Tourism industry, Town of St. Quentin and NBFSC are all very excited to be a part of.

For the 2016 season a centralized Grooming Hub is being established. The Hub will be centered in Mount Carleton Park, with two new Trail Groomers / Drags being operated with paid staff from December (before Christmas) until late April, every snowmobile season.

Here is the Government of New Brunswick’s press release: SAINT-QUENTIN (GNB) – A $1.4 million centralized grooming hub will be established at Mount Carleton Provincial Park before the next snowmobiling season.

“This strategic infrastructure will grow our tourism sector and advance the sport of snowmobiling in northern New Brunswick,” Tourism, Heritage and Culture Minister Bill Fraser said. “It will strengthen and enhance the Northern Odyssey snowmobile experience, reinvigorate the snowmobile trail system, and extend the snowmobiling season in this region by several weeks. The centralized grooming hub will also provide a fueling station for snowmobilers and open up 343 kilometres of new trail areas which were previously unreachable.”

The provincial government will invest $710,000 in the project. The federal government is contributing $723,708 through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency’s (ACOA) Innovative Communities Fund. The Town of SaintQuentin is contributing $265,000 and the New Brunswick Federation of Snowmobile Clubs is investing $75,000.

The Federation will continue to oversee the management of the trail system across the province.

Fraser said snowmobiling contributes $25 million annually in direct tourism impact to the provincial economy, in the winter months.

“It is a core winter sport and plays a substantial role in our winter tourism marketing campaign,” he said. “In Northern New Brunswick, winter is the primary tourism season and snowmobiling is a key drawing card for visitors and tourism operators. We want to capitalize on winter’s white gold to generate revenue and growth and move our province forward.”

New groomed snowmobile trails, approximately 300 plus kilometers of corridors both inside the Provincial Park and on Crown Lands to the north, south and east (Christmas Mountains) have been established. Two new trail bridges are being constructed and a third bridge, upgraded. All new Permanent Signage Structures and Trail Signage complimenting the “Christmas” theme are being installed. Four new Trail Shelters will be strategically placed for comfort, convenience and security and fuel sales to snowmobilers will now be available on the “new” NBFSC Trail #19 into the Park from St. Quentin.

Last, a groomed trail to just below the peak of Mt. Carleton will allow all visitors to see the splendor, beautiful vastness and stunning wilderness where winter lasts 5 months, every year.

Look for the grand opening / announcement to occur in December, 2015, prior to Christmas.

“The federal government is committed to strengthening community infrastructure to help develop prosperous communities and improve the quality of life for Canadian families,” said Bernard Valcourt, federal Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development. “That is why we are pleased to support the Town of Saint-Quentin and the New Brunswick Federation of Snowmobile Clubs through this project that will increase the number of visitors during the winter months, generating economic growth for multiple communities in Northern New Brunswick.”

Valcourt spoke on behalf of Rob Moore, minister of state for ACOA. Construction will take place this summer and will be completed before December.

The Department of Tourism, Heritage and Culture has a three-year agreement with the municipality for the management and operation of the centralized grooming hub in co-operation with a local management committee.

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Annonce du carrefour de surfaçage pour le Mont Carleton et les Monts Christmas a-t-il dit. Dans le nord du Nouveau-Brunswick, l’hiver est la principale saison touristique, et la motoneige est une attraction clé pour les visiteurs et les exploitants touristiques. Nous voulons tirer parti de l’or blanc de l’hiver afin de générer des revenus, stimuler la croissance et remettre notre province en marche. »

Cet été, une annonce importante fut communiquée qui a rendu les motoneigistes, les commerces, l’industrie du tourisme d’hiver, la ville de Saint-Quentin et la FCMNB très heureux d’en faire partie.

Pour la saison de 2016, un carrefour de surfaçage centralisé est en train d’être mis sur pied. Le carrefour de surfaçage sera centré dans le Parc de Carleton, avec deux nouvelles surfaceuses de sentiers/traineaux-niveleurs opérés par du personnel payé, à partir de décembre (avant Noël) jusqu’à la fin d’avril, à chaque saison de motoneige.

Voici le communiqué de presse du gouvernement du Nouveau-Brunswick : SAINT-QUENTIN (GNB) – Un nouveau centre d’entretien centralisé, d’une valeur de 1,4 million de dollars, sera établi au parc provincial Mont Carleton avant le début de la prochaine saison de motoneige. « Cette infrastructure stratégique assurera la croissance de notre industrie touristique et fera progresser la pratique de la motoneige dans le nord du Nouveau-Brunswick », a déclaré le ministre du Tourisme, du Patrimoine et de la Culture, Bill Fraser. « Elle renforcera et rehaussera l’expérience en motoneige de l’Odyssée dans le Nord, donnera un nouvel essor au réseau de sentiers de motoneige et prolongera de plusieurs semaines la saison de motoneige dans cette région. Le centre d’entretien centralisé comprendra également un poste d’essence pour les motoneigistes et il permettra d’avoir accès à 343 kilomètres de nouveaux sentiers aménagés dans des secteurs où il était auparavant impossible de se rendre. » Le gouvernement provincial investira 710 000 dollars dans le projet. Le gouvernement fédéral accorde une aide financière de 723 708 dollars par l’entremise du Fonds des collectivités

innovatrices de l’Agence de promotion économique du Canada atlantique (APECA). La Ville de Saint Quentin fournit une aide financière de 265 000 dollars et la Fédération des clubs de motoneige du Nouveau-Brunswick investit 75 000 dollars. « Le gouvernement fédéral est déterminé à renforcer l’infrastructure communautaire afin de contribuer au développement de collectivités prospères et d’améliorer la qualité de vie des familles canadiennes », a affirmé le ministre des Affaires autochtones et du Développement du Nord canadien, Bernard Valcourt. « C’est pourquoi nous sommes heureux d’appuyer la Ville de Saint Quentin et la Fédération des clubs de motoneige du Nouveau Brunswick dans le cadre de ce projet qui permettra d’accroître le nombre de visiteurs pendant les mois d’hiver et de contribuer à la croissance économique de plusieurs collectivités du nord du Nouveau Brunswick. »

De nouveaux sentiers surfacés, soit environ 300 kilomètres de plus de corridors à la fois à l’intérieur du Parc provincial et sur les terres publiques (couronne) au nord, au sud et à l’est (Monts Christmas) ont été établis.

Deux nouveaux ponts de sentiers sont en construction et un troisième pont est remis à neuf. De nouvelles structures de signalisation permanentes et la signalisation des sentiers pour complémenter le thème « Christmas » (Noël) sont en train d’être installées. Quatre nouveaux abris de sentiers seront installés stratégiquement, pour fins de confort, de commodité, de sécurité et pour la vente de carburant aux motoneigistes, seront maintenant disponibles sur le « nouveau » Sentier #19 de la FCMNB entrant dans le Parc à partir de St-Quentin.

Finalement, un sentier surfacé juste au-dessous du pointu du Mont Carleton va permettre à tous les visiteurs de voir la splendeur, la magnifique immensité et les beautés sauvages où l’hiver dure pendant 5 mois, à chaque année.

Restez à l’écoute pour la grande ouverture et l’annonce en décembre 2015, avant Noël.

M. Valcourt parlait au nom du ministre fédéral d’État de l’APECA, Rob Moore.

La construction débutera cet été et sera terminée avant décembre.

Le ministère du Tourisme, du Patrimoine et de la Culture a une entente avec la municipalité et un comité de gestion local pour assurer la gestion et l’exploitation du nouveau centre d’entretien centralisé au cours des trois prochaines années.

La fédération continuera de superviser la gestion du réseau de sentiers dans l’ensemble de la province.

M. Fraser a indiqué que la motoneige contribue pour 25 millions de dollars par année à l’économie provinciale. « Elle est l’une des principales activités hivernales et elle tient une place importante dans la campagne de marketing du tourisme d’hiver,

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President’s Report…

Corporate Partners Expand in 2016 at the NBFSC •

As more and more people enter the snowmobile fraternity in New Brunswick, buying sleds, acquiring sled gear, spending money on day trips and further and joining their local community based, volunteer run club, the corporate business world is taking notice. In the 2016 Winter Tourism season the NBFSC has been able to partner with a total of 47 Corporate Partners from all over North America.

As NBFSC President, I would like to recognize the valuable contribution that all our business partners make, identify some of our longest standing relationships and recognize today the newest ‘partners’ to our mission. For a complete list of all the 2016 Corporate Partners please see our website at www.nbfsc.com.

Almost all of them will quickly allow you to access their individual products and / or services directly from our website.

Two of the oldest and most continuous supporters cannot go without me recognizing them; Keith DeGrace of Auberge Atlantic Host Inn from Bathurst and Richard Kehoe of On the Snow Magazine (OSM) formerly known as Atlantic Snowmobiler Magazine (ASM) have supported us financially since our very first program with Corporate Partners. “Thank-you, Keith & Rich.”

The four snowmobile manufacturers (OEM’s) have always been at the table to support the NBFSC as far back as the 1980’s. All of the OEM’s District Sales Managers regularly communicate with us and actively participate in our annual “Go Snowmobiling, Take a Friend” rides and often the annual NBFSC “President’s Ride”.

In 2016 we have Arctic Cat returning as a Level 1 partner, Polaris returns as a Level 2 partner, Ski-Doo returns as a Level 3 partner and we are very excited and pleased to announce that Yamaha is now a Level 1 Corporate Partner.

While the OEM’s have always played a vital role with us, we also have many more new partnerships that we want you to consider. New for 2016 are;

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Armour Sled Decks & Superclamp Distributor – Level 2 • Bed & Breakfast du Repos at St. Quentin –Level 5 • Hawkin’s Equipment Ltd.; Polaris – Level 3 • Patterson Equipment Ltd.; Arctic Cat & Polaris – Level 3 • Woody’s (traction & handling products) – Level 3 • West End Sports; Yamaha – Level 1 The increasing participation of the region’s snowmobile dealers, representing the 4 - OEM’s is also very encouraging. The return of Sports Max, two minutes from Campbellton along with 3 new dealers brings us up to four dealerships for 2016.

Brent Hawkins, principal of Hawkin’s Equipment representing Polaris in Fredericton is one of the oldest established dealerships in all of Canada. Bobbie Patterson with his father Laurie operates multiple dealerships in N.B. under the banner, Patterson’s Equipment at Miramichi, Moncton and Fredericton.

They represent Arctic Cat and Polaris in Miramichi.

Guy Hache, principal of West End Sports in Beresford and our newest Level 1 Partner is making quite a name for himself and his dealership. In this past season, in all of Canada, there are only nine (9) Yamaha dealers that have achieved the status and recognition earned and bestowed upon the West End Sports team and staff assembled by Guy. To achieve the Platinum Dealer level a franchisee must be exclusive with Yamaha (no other brands at all), have a very high CSI level, and be the top performing exclusive Five Star dealer in their province. The fact that this honor went to West End Sports demonstrates a true team effort, for the status cannot be accomplished without the entire staff buying in to the plateaus as each individual will in some way affect the outcome.

We look forward to riding the latest snowmobiles offered from Arctic Cat, Polaris and Yamaha in 2016 and encourage everyone to support all 47 of the NBFSC’s 2016 Corporate Partners.

Brad Mann, President, NBFSC

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Rapport du Président… À mesure que de plus en plus de gens font partie de la fraternité des motoneigistes au Nouveau-Brunswick, le monde des affaires remarque et s’intéresse d’autant plus à ces phénomènes d’achat de motoneiges, de vêtements et d’appareils connexes, aux dépenses sur les excursions d’un jour ou plus loin encore et aux gens qui se joignent à leur club de motoneige local mené par des bénévoles. Durant la saison du tourisme d’hiver de 2016, la FCMNB a établi des partenariats avec un total de 47 partenaires commerciaux dans l’ensemble de l’Amérique du Nord.

En tant que président de la FCMNB, j’aimerais souligner la contribution importante de tous nos partenaires commerciaux, identifier certains de nos plus longues relations et reconnaitre maintenant les plus récents « partenaires » dans notre mission. Pour voir une liste complète de tous nos partenaires commerciaux en 2016, veuillez consulter notre site web au www.nbfsc.com.

Presque tous vont vous donner un accès facile à leurs produits et/ou services individuels directement à partir de notre site web.

Deux de nos partisans continus de longue date doivent nécessairement être reconnus : Keith DeGrace, de l’Auberge Atlantic Host Inn, à Bathurst ; et Richard Kehoe, de la revue On the Snow Magazine (OSM), anciennement connue sous le nom de Atlantic Snowmobiler Magazine (ASM). Ils nous appuient financièrement depuis notre tout premier programme avec des partenaires commerciaux. « Un gros Merci à Keith & Rich. » Les quatre fabricants de motoneige (OEM) ont toujours été autour de la table pour appuyer la FCMNB depuis les années 1980. Tous les directeurs régionaux des ventes communiquent avec nous et participent activement à nos randonnées annuelles « À vos motoneiges, embarquez un ami » et souvent à la « Randonnée annuelle des présidents ».

En 2016, nous avons Arctic Cat qui revient comme partenaire de Niveau 1, Polaris revient comme partenaire de Niveau 2, Ski-Doo revient comme partenaire de Niveau 3, et nous sommes très heureux d’annoncer que Yamaha est maintenant un partenaire de Niveau 1.

Bien que les OEM ont toujours joué un rôle crucial avec nous, nous avons également eu plusieurs nouveaux partenariats que nous aimerions vous proposer pour considération.

Nouveaux pour 2016 :

• Armour Sled Decks & Superclamp Distributor – Niveau 2 • Gîte du Repos à St-Quentin – Niveau 5 • Hawkin’s Equipment Ltd.; Polaris – Niveau 3 • Patterson Equipment Ltd.; Arctic Cat & Polaris – Niveau 3 • Woody’s (traction & produits de manutention) – Niveau 3 • West End Sports; Yamaha – Niveau 1 La participation croissante des concessionnaires de motoneiges de la région, représentant les 4 OEM, est également très encourageante. Le retour de Sports Max, à deux minutes de Campbellton, de concert avec 3 nouveaux concessionnaires, cela nous amènent à quatre concessionnaires pour 2016.

Brent Hawkins, directeur de Hawkin’s Equipment, à Fredericton, est l’un des plus anciens concessionnaires de tout le Canada. Bobbie Patterson, avec son père Laurie, exploitent plusieurs concessions au Nouveau-Brunswick sous la bannière de Patterson’s Equipment à Miramichi, Moncton et Fredericton. Ils représentent Arctic Cat et Polaris à Miramichi.

Guy Haché, directeur de West End Sports, à Beresford, est notre nouveau partenaire de Niveau 1 et il se fait tout un nom et sa concession. Durant la dernière saison, dans tout le Canada, il y a seulement neuf (9) concessionnaires Yamaha qui ont atteint le statut et la reconnaissance méritée et accordée à l’équipe et au personnel de West End Sports assemblé par Guy. Afin d’atteindre le niveau de concessionnaire Platine, une franchise doit être exclusive avec Yamaha (nulle autre marque), avoir un niveau ISC très élevé et être le plus performant concessionnaire exclusif Cinq étoiles de leur province. Le fait que cet honneur fut accordé à West End Sports démontre un effort d’équipe, parce que ce statut ne peut pas être accomplis sans que l’ensemble du personnel s’engage au plus haut niveau parce que chaque individu à un effet sur le résultat.

Nous avons hâte de nous promener sur les plus récentes motoneiges offertes par Arctic Cat, Polaris et Yamaha en 2016 et nous encourageons tout le monde à appuyer l’ensemble de nos 47 partenaires commerciaux de la FCMNB en 2016.

Brad Mann, président de la FCMNB

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THE LITTLE ONES Great afternoon to hang at the Excell Eastern Grass Drags in Bouckville, New York

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was only inevitable the vacant 3-acre lot next to our house would eventually be sold and a new home would be built amongst the jumble of prairie grass that has occupied it for the past several years. I had moved to the “country” in search of open spaces and perhaps in some ways, in an effort to return to my roots of growing up on a farm where you could do what you want, when you want, with no one complaining or even knowing.

The new house has taken shape quickly, and the new neighbors have made several trips to their future home – checking on the construction progress and often times simply walking the open spaces of the property that extends far beyond the new home to the tree lined marsh in the back. I know the feeling; I did that often as we built our home, and still do, taking in the sights and sounds that simply can’t be found in an urban setting.

Eventually I had a chance to get to know the new neighbors a bit better during one of those walks to the “back”. After the obligatory exchange of names, the conversation turned to work, extended family and hobbies. I motioned to my shop, where two trailers

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were parked out front and through the open door you could see a smattering of motorcycles, old sleds and a collector car. I told him I was a writer, and eventually I showed him a copy of OSM. “Wow, you must get to go to some cool places,” he said as he flipped through the pages of the magazine.

I thought about it for a minute and nodded my head in agreement. I do get to travel and ride in some locations that others likely never will. I’ve ridden in practically every snowbelt state and province in North America; I’ve traveled to Norway, Sweden and Finland; and I’ve even ridden across the glaciers of Iceland. All of those “big” trips have left me with some amazing memories, but most pale in comparison to other trips and events I’ve experienced on a much smaller scale.

My new neighbor went on to talk briefly about his snowmobiling experience and memories; it was a story that I’ve heard a hundred times before. His parents had snowmobiles and he fondly remembers riding with his father and mother, enjoying hot dogs around a fire, and being towed on a sled in the waning daylight after school.

As an industry we often get caught up

in the “big one”. From major snowmobile shows like our very own Toronto Powersports show to the big party on dirt known as Haydays; or major races like the Eagle River Derby or the Duluth National Snocross; or “epic” riding destinations such as British Columbia, the Big Horns, or the amazing trails of Quebec.

Yet for every “big one” there are a hundred more little ones - from local swap meets and grass drags, to club radar runs and chili feeds. These small social gatherings and competitions are in many ways the lifeblood of our sport and more often than not create the most lasting memories, just like the one’s our parents and their snowmobiles made with us when we were younger.

I was reminded of this just a few weeks ago as Rich (OSM Publisher) and I attended a small grass drag in upstate New York. It was an idyllic setting, with a small swap, some great racing, and bunch of snowmobile enthusiasts simply there to enjoy the day. The pace and size was a whole lot slower and smaller than the much bigger and more hyped Haydays, yet I found myself enjoying the event and new faces I had met that weekend just as much, if not more.

There were no big factory haulers, no new sled unveilings, and no after-hour industry parties. Instead it was just a gathering of sledders, a few coolers of beer, and a beautiful fall afternoon.

For most of us, those simple childhood memories of riding the family snowmobile around the yard were impactful enough to hook us for life. While we may always search out the epic events and rides as adults, it’s often times the “little ones” that deliver the bigger smiles and bigger memories that last a lifetime. J

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Last time you traveled overseas?

At this point I haven’t but would sure like to travel to Europe one of these days.

Last snowmobile ride you took: It was late March near Eagle River, Wisconsin; the season was cut short last year and we didn’t get to ride as much or as long as we would have liked to.

Last person that truly inspired you: My son Garrett after his 2011 paralyzing accident; he has demonstrated unparalleled determination and motivation to continue to strive to reach his goals.

Last song or band you listened to?

Kings of Leon Last movie you saw?

I believe it was Unbroken.

Last industry event you attended?

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Lasting impression that you would like to leave on the industry?

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Last adventure you took?

This summer after golfing with friends we decided to hike up a ski jump in northern Michigan - those skiers are crazy!

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Last snowmobile you drove that was a real eye opener?

Last winter while doing some clutch work on a customer’s Arctic Cat 1100 Turbo XF that wasn’t far from 275 HP. Definitely an eye opener!

Last time you pulled an all nighter?

A couple of years ago driving back from the ISOC race in Deadwood, South Dakota; I had to crack open some 5 hour energy drink.

Last time you were so cold you asked yourself what you were doing?

Back in my Formula 1 racing days, we had a race in Hibbing, Minnesota where the ambient temperature was – 30F. Last product or project at Goodwin Performance that had you truly excited?

Because of the different power band on the 800 E-TEC we felt a new TRA ramp profile was needed. After a few revisions we’ve been very happy with the end result.

Last brush with greatness?

Every time I see my dad!

Last racing event you attended?

It was the season finale ISOC race in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.

Last words your mother always told you?

No matter what the situation, always give your best.

Last thing that you hope to be remembered for?

Being a great husband, father, and person.

Lasting snowmobile memory that you had?

I think it would be winning the 1991 World Championship…on second thought, it would have to be watching my son Garrett winning Gold at the 2015 Winter X Games adaptive snocross this past January in Aspen.

Last cool car, bike, snowmobile that you owned?

2016 Ski-doo E-TEC 600 XRS Last words of advice?

With everyone these days living life in the fast lane I’d say to take time to enjoy life, hopefully outdoors.

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GREAT FEATURES As soon as you step foot on the show floor, you’ll be blown away with the incredible roster of exhibitors and the feature events taking place around the show, not to mention the enormous Outdoors Event Area, Sponsored by Royal Distributing, with Live racing and Freestyle Shows. You’ll find huge Manufacturer Displays showcasing all of the 2015 sled and ATV line-ups. With more corporate manufacturer displays at this snowmobile and ATV Show than any other across North America, you’ll be sure to see: Arctic Cat, Can-Am, Dodge, Honda, John Deere, Kawasaki, Polaris, Ski-Doo, CFMoto and Yamaha. All of these machines under one roof, over one weekend, you can’t miss it!

TRAILERS Thinking about a new trailer this season? Great, you’ll find Trailer manufactures and retailers on site and available with every type of trailer you’ve considered for moving your ATV or snowmobile. Whether you are in the market for an enclosed or open bed, single or four bed, budget or top of the line, you name it, it will be at the Show.

MORE DEALS! More deals, more bargains and more new products will be on sale all weekend long at ridiculously discounted prices with up to 75% off. This is the only place where you will actually be able to touch, feel, and purchase anything you want for the sport you live. Royal Distributing will have the largest booth at over 20,000 square feet, located in Hall 128.2_4.1 East. The13-09-21 BRP, Ski-Doo OSM CANADA 9:23noncurrent, AM Page 87MEGA discount clothing booth is BACK on the show floor, Factory Recreation and Quinn’s Marina have once again joined forces to form a MEGA BOOTH to set up front and center in Hall 1 West.

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TOURISM Tourism is another focus at this Show, and with a whopping 10,000 sq. Ft. of tourism booths, you’ll get where you need to you go! Tourism regions from across North America will have representatives available to provide helpful information, handy pamphlets and useful maps on regions such as: Ontario, Western Canada, Eastern Canada, Quebec, New York and many other States.

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THE DAYCO HP/HPX 120cc SNOWMOBILE RACES THE DAYCO HP/HPX /XTX 120cc snowmobile races, are a fan favorite and have been year after year. Dayco Canada manufactures the Dayco XTX-HP-HPX Snowmobile and ATV belts, and has been sponsoring this crowd pleasing event for over 10 years. With class’s for racers to compete in; Stock & Open Mod. It’s incredible to watch these little sleds rally around the challenging wood chip course, set up with whoops, bumps and doubles. Every little racer walks away with a trophy.

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THE USED SNOWMOBILE & ATV MARKET THE USED SNOWMOBILE & ATV MARKET, sponsored by Swabbie’s / Bio-Kleen, will be back to accommodate snowmobile and ATV owners looking to sell their machines. You can register to sell your machine on the show floor October 23-25, 2015. $25 registration fee per vehicle, or $35 registration fee includes one adult day admission ticket. Registration forms can be found at www.torontosnowmobileatvshow.com.

Located in the Used Snowmobile & ATV Market you’ll find the Used Snowmobile & ATV Parts Salvage. You’ll find used and vintage snowmobile and ATV Parts.

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ANTIQUE AND CLASSIC SNOWMOBILE CLUB OF CANADA The Antique and Classic Snowmobile Club of Canada has as been exhibiting at the Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV & Powersports Show for an incredible 26 years, and this booth has become an exciting feature at the Show and is an attendee favorite. Also joining in on the history of Sleds is the Ontario Vintage Snowmobile Club.

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Plan your adventures at the 28th Annual Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV & Powersports Show, and visit the Ontario Tourism Travel Pavilion, October 23rd through 25th, 2015 at the International Centre. This special feature will be located in Hall 2 West and will feature resorts, hotels/motels, rental operators, the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC) and their districts, and various regions in Ontario.

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The Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs will be at the Show with not only the corporate booth, but also with all of their programs, including Ontario Trail Permits for sale.

The OFSC corporate booth will be along side their Districts, with their maps on hand. If you are considering becoming a volunteer within the OFSC, you can find out more at the show.

And back again is the OFSC Driver Training Classes. If you would like to take a course to obtain your snowmobile drivers license, you can do it right at the Show. Children over 12 can legally operate their own snowmobile once they have successfully passed the course, and the course is available at the Show. For more information please call the OFSC at (705) 739-7669.

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LOOKING TO JOIN AN ATV CLUB? If you’re looking to join your local ATV Club, clubs around Ontario will be at the show with their Clubs maps and draws. No matter where you like to ride, there’s a club that’s perfect for you!

FREE PARKING As usual, the parking at the Toronto International Centre is FREE. Snowmobilers and ATVers have never been charged for parking at the Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV & Powersports Show, as we would prefer to save show attendees a little money so they can put it towards their Snowmobile or ATV.

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