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Beach Break If our resident rider Joe Parsons had donned board shorts for this shot, you’d swear he was a world-class surfer. Hmmmm, maybe he is? Just moments before Parsons carved the base of this powder wall with the new Ski-Doo 800R Renegade X we heard him mutter something about a “Chinese wax job” before screaming, “cowabunga dude!” Rider: Joe Parsons Photographer: Virgil Knapp

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ETHANOL 101 WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT E10/ETHANOL FUEL

4 MAIN PROBLEMS WITH E10/ ETHANOL FUEL PROBLEM 1: DEBRIS IN FUEL Gums rapidly form in the fuel tank and fuel delivery systems as ethanol fuels age. However, ethanol is also a powerful solvent that will strip away and disperse this build up back into the fuel as large, performance-robbing particles. This leads to clogged ﬁlters, injectors and carburetors.

PROBLEM 4: ETHANOL CAUSES LOST POWER, PERFORMANCE AND DECREASED FUEL ECONOMY Ethanol fuel does not produce as much energy as traditional fuel. This results in inefﬁcient combustion, decreased performance, reduced throttle response and poor fuel economy.

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PROBLEM 2: EXCESSIVE WATER IN THE FUEL AND PHASE SEPARATION Ethanol attracts moisture from the atmosphere, forming an ethanol/water solution mixed in the gasoline. E-10 fuel will naturally hold .5% water in suspension, but when water levels exceed this threshold, or when the fuel cools signiﬁcantly, the water/ethanol mix drops out of suspension. This is phase separation. Excessive water in the fuel tank causes engines to run rough, stall, and can lead to internal damage to engine components. Ethanol provides a signiﬁcant amount of the fuel’s octane, so when the ethanol/water solution separates and drops to the bottom of the tank, the remaining fuel is left without enough octane to properly operate the engine. Additionally, the ethanol/water solution can become partially combustible, which can lead to engine damage. STAR TRON® SOLUTION: Star Tron®’s enzyme formula reduces interfacial surface tension between fuel and water. The molecular cluster size is greatly reduced, allowing more water to be dispersed throughout the fuel. These sub-micron sized droplets are safely eliminated as the engine operates. Star Tron®-treated fuel helps prevent phase separation by allowing more water to be burned off than with untreated fuel, drying out the tank and preventing water buildup. PROBLEM 3: ETHANOL FUELS BREAK DOWN QUICKLY Over a short period of time ethanol fuel begins to break down. As ethanol and other components evaporate, the fuel loses octane and becomes “stale.” This causes hard starts, pinging and engine knock, which robs your engine of power and can cause damage. ®

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Star Tron® is a unique, multifunctional fuel additive that addresses all ethanol issues. Star Tron® has been solving fuel problems for boaters across the US since 2003. It will improve the performance of: boats, cars, trucks, motorcycles, snowmobiles, ATVs, PWCs, generators, lawn & garden equipment and all other gas-powered engines. Star Tron® is safe for use in all 2 and 4-cycle engines under all conditions, even in ethanol fuels. Star Tron® is an ideal all-season, all-purpose additive, and does all this at one of the lowest costs of any fuel additive. Be careful of what additive you use – many contain alcohol. Adding more alcohol to ethanol fuels can lead to engine problems. Read the MSDS of any fuel additive before using it with ethanol fuel. Star Tron® does not contain any alcohol and is 100% safe for use in all ethanol blends. Star Tron® is easy to use, effective and cannot be overdosed.

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Killer Siberian Wides We believe the fur trade of the Siberian region of Russia was long gone nearly two decades ago, but the fur hat wearing mafia types in control of this region are transporting something. How else can you explain the burgeoning fleet of several purpose-built, workhorse snowmobiles from each of the manufacturers in the past 5 years? The Widetracks are beasts, with massive tracks, ample power, multi-range transmissions, and payload/ towing capacities rivaling a small farm tractor. The manufactures claim the market is growing, especially across the pond in Scandinavian countries and yes, Russia. Posing as a Russian spy, OSMʼs Taera McLean infiltrated a Siberian Mafia circle known simply as STS. After nearly two months of undercover work, McLean

discovered STS stood for Siberianʼs Transporting Stolichnaya, better known as Stoli® , and that an expansive Russian Vodka trade from northern Russia, across frozen portions of the Bering Sea and eventually into Alaska was primarily responsible for the blossoming Widetrack market. Capable of transporting up to 24 cases of the clear grain liquor, all four OEM Widetrack models were used extensively in the trade. Unfortunately for McClean, her choppy Russian accent was her Achilles, as she was soon discovered. Last seen with a fur hat and hand fashioned pine bow snowshoes, McClean is making her way across the dense forest of Russia. A mafia posse known as the Killer Wides was reportedly in hot pursuit of the Canadian. ON SNOW MAGAZINE

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THE ULTIMATE SNOWMOBILE EXPERIENCE Gaspésie – Bas-Saint-Laurent – Côte-Nord Québec maritime is the most exceptional snowmobile region in the province of Québec. The snow conditions are great from December to late March or even early April. In addition, kilometre upon kilometre of groomed trails wind through breathtaking landscapes of sea and mountains, making snowmobiling in this region a truly unforgettable adventure according to North America’s most experienced snowmobilers.

The Great Gaspé Peninsula Tour (via TQ5) This ride between sea and mountains will take you around the stunning, world-renowned region of Gaspésie. Explore the ChicChoc Mountains, ride along the St. Lawrence and, last but not least, admire famous Percé Rock, which looks even more extraordinary imprisoned in ice. With over 2,000 km of trails, the Gaspésie region is beyond your wildest dreams!

All along the way, small towns and fishing villages hug the coastline, providing regular services and accommodations that are easily accessible from the trails. You will be charmed by the warm welcome of the local people and are sure to relish the region’s fine cuisine.

The St. Lawrence Tour (via TQ5 and TQ3) This ride will introduce you to both shores of the majestic St. Lawrence River and give you the opportunity to cross the icy waters of the St. Lawrence by ferry—thrills, chills and heartpounding excitement guaranteed!

Québec maritime is a vast maritime territory in Eastern Québec, crisscrossed by great snowmobile trails on both shores of the St. Lawrence River. It encompasses the regions of Gaspésie, Bas-Saint-Laurent and Côte-Nord, from Tadoussac to Blanc-Sablon and on to the Labrador coast. You can explore this region via several rides.

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RICHARD KEHOE

IT’S COMING, AND COULDN’T BE AT A BETTER TIME! The Snow is on its way, you can smell it. We have already received photos from friends, colleagues, and readers, of their first ride of the season. Photos from racers on man made snow, riders in mountains enjoying the ample snow that has fallen at higher altitudes, and of snowmobiles burning it up in fields. We are counting down the days until the trail systems open. Although itʼs early in the season, most of us have already attended a snowmobile event of some type, be it a Grass-Drag, Snowcross race, Trade Show or Club event. Whichever it is, weʼre all looking forward to the SNOW! No matter where you go at this time of year, itʼs the same vibe, “When is the snow coming?” And as soon as that white powder falls, weʼre out of our garages, geared up and riding. I live in a very snowmobile friendly area and many of my neighbors are Sledders. Here in the office, weʼve planned out

a few of our snowmobile excursions for this year, ranging from Montana to New Brunswick with a lot in between. Sleds and trailers are ready to roll, snow tires are on the tow vehicles, and gear is cleaned and packed, waiting in our gear bags. Simply put; weʼre ready and waiting for the winter temps and snowfall. This year is going to rock for snowmobiling and OSM. I would like to thank those of you who have taken the time to subscribe, and write in to OSM, commenting on the product that we produce, the editorial, the columnists, additions to Cruisinʼʼ YouTube and of course, the Mullet contributions! It has all been a great read and we really appreciate your interest in OSM and your comments. Well, until the big snow falls in my yard, Iʼll be in the shop, doing some armchair racing against McEwan to the self made sounds of braaaaaaap braaaaaaap, whaaaannnnnnnnnnnnn… thatʼs a long straightaway! Get out and Ride!

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CAT TWEAKS THE PRO NEWS

NEW MANGE IN CHAR

Considered to be the best out-of-the-box racer for the past two years, the 2011 Sno Pro 600 returns to the line this winter with little more than key enhancements in hopes of keeping the green feline atop the podium for another season. To recap - Tucker nabbed another XGames Gold in Colorado and then ventured across the pond to win the FIM Snocross World Championship; Cadarette Racing won the Soo I-500; Dan Ebert captured the overall win in the International 500 Cross-Country race; and Brian Dick won the Year-End Crown in USCC competition, thanks to a string of victories. Key changes to the Sno Pro racer for 2011 include stronger tunnel support braces and upper spar gussets; a new CDI program aimed at improved holeshots; a 2-lb lighter snocross track that utilizes a 2.86” pitch; and perhaps most notable, changes to the rear suspension including a relocation of the coupling stops, larger diameter rear idler wheels to accommodate rear arm alterations, and new shock calibrations for improved control over g-out bumps and high speed chatter. As in the past, Cat produced both snocross and cross-country versions of the Sno Pro 600 in hopes of dominating both man-made and natural terrain this winter.

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After 24 years at the helm of the Thief River Falls maker, Chris Twomey will retire as CEO of Arctic Cat at the close of 2010 and current president and chief operating officer Claude Jordan will succeed Twomey on January 1, 2011. Jordan joined Cat in 2008 has played a significant role in returning the company to profitability despite the tough economic times that has gripped the company and the United States during that same time. While Jordan was often behind the scenes since joining Arctic Cat, we were happy to meet up with the soon to be CEO during an ATV ride in Texas this past November. After chatting it up with the editors in attendance, Jordan strapped on a helmet and blasted off a cow-pie littered pasture aboard a new model ATV. Our best wishes to Chris Twomey who will enjoy some much deserved time off but will remain as executive board chair during the transition. 24

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Late last winter, members of Ski-Doo’s parts and accessories team came looking for proof in their bold marketing claims for their new line of Absolute 0 Series of garments. Heeding the call one, one of our female OSM staffers, who had experience as a human guinea pig from a past college experiment gone bad, offered up her easy to chill torso for the job. The Absolute 0 Jacket was designed for those who chill easily or those who ride in extreme cold conditions. Utilizing a breathable Sympatex membrane and Primaloft One insulation, the jacket is not only designed to be warm, but extremely flexible as well thanks to a removable liner and collar, along with ample zipper vents. While our willing staffer has yet to encounter the big chill of a January deep freeze, the flexibility, windproof and waterproof capabilities have been put to the test in both late spring rides and an early, wet November snowstorm in the Midwest. See your Ski-Doo dealer to learn more while our shapely guinea awaits lower mercury readings.

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By now you’ve probably already heard that OSM’s own Levi LaVallee will be the be star athlete at this year’s Red Bull New Year No Limits event slated for Embarcadero Marina Park in the Port of San Diego, at 9:00pm central on December 31st. The 28-year-old Longville, Minnesota native will attempt to eclipse the world record snowmobile distance jump of 301-feet (which is currently held by another OSM resident columnist, Paul Thacker) during a live ESPN broadcast. But unlike Thacker’s heroic flight which took place in Brainerd, Minnesota on natural snow, Levi will make the jump in sunny San Diego using artificial turf, wheel assisted skis and a lighter jacket. With a 1,100-foot run-up path, Levi will attempt to jump a 300-foot water gap at the entrance of the marina. Of course Levi is “super pumped” for the event and thanks to our inside friendship with the seven-time Winter X Games medalist and champion snocross racer, you’ll get the full story and more on the pages of OSM.

After hinting at significant changes as far back as April, Valcourt finally shipped crates, and the new for 2011 Ski-Doo MXZX 600RS Racer hit race shops across North America this past October. What we found was a significantly different rear suspension that features rear arm coupling in both directions versus the one-way rear to front coupling employed by the SC-5 skid. Dubbed the PCX, the new rear suspension looks oh-so-similar to designs found in competitive buggies and according to Ski-Doo, was tested extensively last winter in several Open Mod race sleds. Joining the new rear suspension is new found power under hood, as new cylinders and combustion chambers will spool up additional ponies for the yellow weapon. What’s more, the new MXZX Racer is expected to find use beyond North America’s snocross tracks. According to Ski-Doo Race Manager Jeff Goodwin, a small allotment of 2011 race sleds were outfitted with crosscountry specific hardware and will be delivered to select natural terrain racers. “The new race sled will have much greater pitch control as well as improved capabilities in braking bumps. SkiDoo racers will notice these improvements almost immediately this season,”said Goodwin.

USED PRICINGS ON THE REBOUND If you are like our resident Craig’s List junkie Bourgeois, you may have noticed used sled prices have been on the rebound. With new model carry-over inventory down dramatically and fewer new sleds being sold each year, the number of available sleds for sale in the attractive $4,500 to $7,500 price range has shrank significantly. This means used sled prices have gotten stronger, by as much as $1000 for some models and the available for sale inventory be it new or used has shrunk considerably. This bodes well for those who want to sell their used buggy in hopes up upgrading to a new 2011 sled this winter. However it also means their could soon me a shortage of sleds in the “affordable” bracket as less and less used sleds make their way to the pages of Craigslist and most new sleds prices continue to inch over and beyond the $10,000 barrier. 26

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FLYING THE T-TRAIN COLORS

The most popular athlete in snowmobiling, Tucker Hibbert, recently announced an official merchandise line of uniquely branded men’s, women’s and youth clothing along with other cool pieces of T-Train trinkets. From t-shirts to hoodies, the #68 branded gear features tasteful graphics and images of Tucker aboard his Monster Energy Arctic Cat. The staff at OSM was lucky enough to get a pre-launch sample of swag from Tucker and the bruises and scars from the melee that ensued upon opening it are still present. The swag is sure to be popular this season ad we can only wonder why it didn’t happen sooner. Check out the entire selection yourself at www.tuckerstore.mybigcommerce.com

O T G N I G G BLO E L P O E P E TH

Last winter, top brass at Ski-Doo made mention that they were going to get more involved in the snowmobiling community and in essence get more “connected” to their riders. True to their word, new channels of communication have been launched from the yellow team including a new Ski-Doo mountain blog appropriately called Elevation. The new blog found at mountainblog.skidoo.com will include articles, videos and photos on everything Ski-Doo, especially as it relates to mountain riding. More than a one-way street, the Elevation blog will feature updates from Ski-Doo free ride abassadors including Heath Frisby, Rob Hoff, Carl Kuster and Dan Treadway; and will allow other riders to comment on blog articles. To kick-off the blog, Ski-Doo Product Manager Pascal Vincent held a live webcast on November 18th covering key changes to the Summit line and took questions from customers on the new 2011 line-up of Summit models. While Ski-Doo along with all the OEMs have a long way to go to truly connect to the grassroots riders of the sport, we applaud the open communication effort and hope other brands follow the yellow lead. 28

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FEELING

THE RUSH

While not much has been made yet, of the lack of race effort being put forth by Polaris and the new Rush platform. Last winter the allnew buggy was nearly invisible no matter the racing discipline save for a few brief appearances in cross-country racing. This year Polaris is hoping to change that with a more concerted effort in supporting the Rush in cross-country racing efforts. Kicking off the season, the Rush made noise in New Hampshire where Carl Cicchetto piloted a 800 Rush ProR to wins in Stock 800, Stock 800 Single Pipe, Super Stock Twin 800 and Stock 1000 classes. As for the competitive winter season, Polaris Race Manager Tom Rager Sr., is putting special emphasis on the USCC I-500 cross-country race as a proving ground for the 600 Rush ProR this winter. Polaris will continue to campaign the IQ 600 Racer in snocross competition.

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During the 90’s, racetrack announcers were determined to turn snocross racing into a professional wrestling spin-off by tagging every professional and even some semi-professional riders with over the top nicknames. From Captain Kirk and the Flying Finn to Scrap Iron and Monster Mike and many more, the race program looked like a WWE Smack Down event versus a snocross race. In hopes of becoming a much kinder and gentler sport (wink, wink) semi-pro rider Dylan Martin of Team Goodwin Performance is proving to be man enough to carry the “make love not war” torch into the season with the nickname “Fluffy”. According to those close to Fluff Martin, his strenuous Yoga regiment and a diet of granola bars and unfiltered prune juice inspired the name. Aaaaahhhh, we can feel the love already.

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SPEED SCHOOLS I-500 JUMPS ON VINTAGE BANDWAGON The art and science of going fast has become more and more technical and requires a greater level of understanding of the nuances and concepts today’s modern race snowmobile are built upon. For that reason, race schools have become not only more common, but highly recommended, especially for amateur level racing. This past November, both Ski-Doo and the USCC cross-country racing circuit held race schools to get their respective racers up to speed on the latest rules and technology. Both schools are also multi-faceted with aftermarket companies including Woody’s Traction, Goodwin Performance, Stud Boy, C&A Pro Skis, and Action Graphics in attendance. While this year’s schools have come and gone, young racers are encouraged to attend next season and in the interim, ensure you are on the communication list with your respective brand and race circuit so you can stay abreast of last minute tuning recommendations, tips, tricks and registration updates.

Back in the glory days of the original Winnipeg to St. Paul cross-country race, racers had to negotiate some of the worst terrain imaginable on nothing more than leaf springs and prayer. Legendary racers including Brain Nelson, LeRoy Lindblad, Dale Cormican and the winner of the inaugural 1966 race Herb Howe, were truly pioneers of the sport, not to mention a bunch of tough SOBs! Now some of these legends along with so many more racers who had dreams of competing in the legendary race aboard those almost magical sleds of the 1970s will have a chance as USCC president Pat Mach is bringing back the memories of the original Winnipeg to St. Paul 500 with a Legends of Cross-Country Vintage class during the second leg of this year’s Red Lake I-500. Competitors will run the 170-mile section of the Saturday I-500 leg in one of two classes. The Vintage Legends class will be for racers 50 years of age and older, while the standard Vintage class will be for all other racers. Vintage class sleds must be 1981 or older and no larger than 500cc for air-cooled sleds or 440cc for liquid-cooled sleds. By all accounts it truly will be a time warp for cross-country fans and one helluva ride for the competitors. Rumors of past champions and avid vintage fanatics purchasing several vintage buggies to build one pristine racer have been filtering in to the OSM USA offices and you can rest assured we will be at the first road crossing this winter reliving those I-500 memories.

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While working on a forthcoming article for a future issue of OSM, our editor chief Pat Bourgeois spent an extra day with brothers Gerard and David Karpik of Team Fast ripping it up on two wheels. Both brothers are frankly snowmobiling legends, having both been inducted into the Snowmobile Racing Hall of Fame, were responsible fro developing one of the most legendary suspension in the history of the sport with the FAST M-10 and also successfully launched a fifth OEM with their cutting edge Blade snowmobile. Dave Karpik continues to sell and build of the highly desirable Blade snowmobile, while Gerard focuses on new shock and suspension technology both for Team FAST as well as behind the scenes for undisclosed OEM projects. While we were once again impressed with both their knowledge and passion for all things snowmobile during our visit, we were perhaps more impressed but just how damn fast both were on two wheels while giving us a tour of the abandoned ore pits of Minnesota’s Iron Range region. Watch for the complete story on Team FAST in a forthcoming issue of OSM. Until then visit their website at www.teamfast.com

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The Obama administration recently granted a request from ethanol producers to increase the level of ethanol in gasoline from the current 10% level to 15%. While the new fuel will only be encouraged for use in 2007 and later automobiles, this first step towards higher concentrations of ethanol should sound the alarm for all powersports recreationalists. Its no secret, OEMs have struggled for years to ensure 10% blends of ethanol not only deliver expected performance levels but to also not have any ill effects on the integrity of our beloved high performance engines. Now with 15% levels potentially lurking at the pump, an entirely new level of concern and potential risk could plague snowmobile, off-road and boaters. Those who know all the dirty behind the scenes secrets of the heavily tax payer supported ethanol industry know this has little to do with clean air and everything to do with generating more revenue for giant ethanol producers like Archer Daniels Midland. Proponents to the higher levels of corn based fuels point to not only increased risk to engine damage, but the move will also boost food prices and ironically worsen air quality. While the 15% blend may not be at your local filling station just yet, it could appear this winter and will only be designated as such with a small decal affixed to the pump. Our advice is to steer clear, pump in the good stuff as recommended by your sleds manufacturer, and get involved through your political representative to have your voice heard.

As you read this issue of On Snow Magazine, the most anticipated and longest running snocross race in North America will be setting the tone for the snocross season on the slopes of Spirit Mountain in Duluth, Minnesota. This will mark the 19th running of the now legendary race that is literally shoehorned onto the bunny slopes of the Spirit Mountain Lodge Resort and overlooks the twinkling Lake Superior port cities of Duluth, Minnesota and Superior, Wisconsin. What started as simple Thanksgiving weekend event with a handful of racers and a crowd of roughly 1,000 die-hard race fans, has become the most anticipated race of the season with over 30,000 fans taking in the action over the three day weekend. This year, sanctioning body ISOC and the city of Duluth which owns the ski facility are hoping to incorporate a new direction to the race by literally reversing the oval shaped track and racing in a “clockwise” direction. Dubbed as a “European” configuration as this is the direction many races run across the pond, it is a first for Duluth. Racers will now charge downhill from the top of the “North Wall” and will have a full head of steam as the plunge into the high backed 180degree turn at the bottom of the track. Fans that can’t make the race will be able to watch a live-streaming broadcast of the race at isocracing.com

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With Tucker Hibbert committing to race a full season in the national snocross ranks, Arctic Cat is clearly the frontrunner to win the lion’s share of races as well as the odds on favorite to take home the year-end crown. But a quick scan across other circuits and disciplines paints a picture of the similar intentions elsewhere in the competitive snowmobile arena. Of course, there’s more to the national ISOC effort for Team Cat than just the “Train”, joining Tucker at the line will be other standout riders including Dan Ebert, Garth Kauffman, Ryan Simons, Logan Christian and Johan Lidman. On the east coast, Cat will hope to capture a snocross title with Matt Pichner, Eil Otteson, Chris Ackerman and Cody Flach; while to the north in CSRA competition it will be the one-two punch of Dustin Vandrie and Katejun Coonish hoping to snare the checkered for Team Cat. Shifting gears into cross country, perhaps no other brand is better poised to win it all this year with a massive contingent of top drivers all on the green brand competing in the USCC ranks. Leading the charge is defending champions Brian Dick along with DJ Ekre and Ryan Huston. Way to the north, in the grand state of Alaska, one of the toughest terrain races anywhere in the world, the IronDog, will be campaigned by past champions including the team of Scott Davis and his son Cory as well as the team of Todd Palin and Eric Quam. As we get deep into winter, the hill climb season begins and Arctic is positioned to perform well there as well with top vertical families such as the Tapios, Zollingers and the Tuppers all looking to put the refined M-Series Arctic Cat atop the most vertical and challenging hill climb courses in the world. Finally we can’t forget the disciplines of drag racing, ice ovals and enduro racing where names such as Glenn Hall, Troy Dewald, Jeff Leuenberger, and PJ Wanderschied will be flying the green once again. For a full download of all of the 20102011 Team Arctic racers visit www.arcticcat.com and check out the Team Arctic section. 34

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Self proclaimed as the maker of the world’s fastest snowmobiles, the speed of the Cat was on display at Texas Motor Speedway this past November, when Arctic Cat and Bass Pro Shops hosted southern Arctic Cat dealers and select members of the media for a full-on VIP treatment of the weekend’s NASCAR race. In addition to great seats, a tour of the garages, and a pre-race hospitality tent, everyone had a chance to meet with the driver of the #1 Bass Pro Shops Chevrolet, Jamie McMurray. For the weekend, the car was bright orange and camouflage car was adorned with Arctic Cat branding on both rear quarters and the trunk lid. Jamie finished 16th on the weekend, has won two of the biggest races of the season - the Daytona 500 and Brickyard 400. Bass Pro Shops is the largest retailer of Arctic Cat ATVs in North America and a powerful brand, especially in the southern United States.

The 2011 North American International Motorcycle SUPERSHOW presented by Dalton Timmis, is scheduled to take place on January 7, 8 & 9, 2011, at the Toronto International Centre. The Motorcycle SUPERSHOW is undoubtedly the largest motorcycle show in Canada! Everything in motorcycling will be on display at the Motorcycle SUPERSHOW. Don’t Miss It! For more information, advanced tickets or to exhibit at the show call 888-661-SHOW.

SCHEDULE December 3-5 Canadian Season Opener Ottawa, ON. Presented by: Calabogie Peaks Resort CSRA National & Regional Snowcross Event, Includes Vintage Racing January 15-16 Coors Light International Snowcross Rouyn Noranda, PQ. Presented by: Coors Light CSRA Regional Snowcross event. Includes Vintage Racing January 22-23 Amsoil Kawartha Cup Snowcross Lindsay, ON. Presented by: HB Cycle Ski-doo & Rockstar Energy Drink CSRA National & Regional Snowcross Event, Includes Vintage Racing. February 4-5-6 Royal Distributing Cup Barrie, ON. Presented by: Rockstar Energy Drink & Ontario Snowmobiler Magazine National Snowcross event includes Pro racing under the lights Friday night. Includes Freestyle Show & Vintage Racing. February 18-19-20 Grand Prix Ski-doo de Valcourt, Valcourt, PQ. Presented by: SCM / CSRA / ECS CSRA National event. February 26-27 NorthernTel Mobility Pro Snowcross Kirkland Lake, ON. Presented by: K.L. Festivals & Team Rosko Powersports, Ski-doo CSRA Regional Snowcross event, Includes Vintage Racing. March 5-6 Sudbury Snowcross Championships, Sudbury, ON. Presented by: Royal Distributing & Rockstar Energy Drink. CSRA Regional Snowcross event, Includes Vintage racing. March 26-27 Canadian Snowcross Championships Kitchener, ON. Presented by: Team Vincent Motorsports, Ski-doo & Royal Distributing CSRA Regional Snowcross event, Includes Vintage racing. April 2-3 Dayco National Snowcross Championship Finals Craighurst, ON. Presented by: Factory Recreation, Northland Recreation, Quinn’s Marina & Ski-doo CSRA National & Regional Snowcross event. Includes Freestyle and Vintage racing under the lights Saturday night Lee Memorial Cup Vintage Championships.

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FIVE FOR THE BUCKET LIST Sure the snowmobile industry is relatively small when compared to the big blue marble we live on. But for those of us who live, breathe, and literally set our social calendars around Winter Solstice, Ground Hog’s Day, and the first frost, these funky tracked vehicles we adore represent the center of our universe. In order to make sure your stay on the marble is satisfactory, here are five events you need to attend before a young nurse is giving you a sponge bath and you wake to find your teeth in a jar.

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DNSX (Duluth National Snowcross) Every Thanksgiving weekend for the past 19 years, a small ski resort overlooking the icy waters of Lake Superior plays host to the kick-off snowmobile race of winter and the entire focus of the snowmobiling community is honed in on Duluth National. The track is tiny, parking stinks, and the viewing is average, but the vibe you experience with 30,000 other rapid race fans is one of a kind. November 25-27, 2010 CSRA (Canadian Snocross Season Opener)

One week after Duluth National kicks-off the snocross season in the states, we do the same on this side of the border one week later. This a new venue will play host, Calabogie Ski Resort near Ottawa, Ontario, and just as it has in season’s past, many of the top riders from both sides of the border will be in attendance, and you should too. December 3-5, 2010 MVSS (Midwest Vintage Snowmobile Show)

The non-profit organization known as Midwest Vintage Snowmobile Show, hold a vintage event of epic proportions on the shoreline and ice pack of Lake Waconia, near the western Minnesota community of the same name. What started out as a ride in for the Vintage Snowmobile Club of America over 20-years ago has become the largest and most comprehensive vintage snowmobile ride, show and swap in the world. January 29-30, 2011 GPSV (Grand Prix de Valcourt) When the Grand Prix St-Laurent faded from popularity, it was the Quebec Federation of snowmobile clubs (FCMQ) that resurrected the once proud oval race in 1983 and has since nurtured it into what has become of the largest gathering of snowmobilers in North America. Held in Valcourt, Quebec, often referred to as the birthplace of snowmobiling, the Grand Prix brings together oval, snocross, and drag racing with live music, fireworks, great food, and much more into one giant must attend event. February 18-20, 2011

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AMC (Arctic Man Classic) The Arctic Man Classic held in early April midway between Anchorage and Fairbanks, Alaska off the Denali Highway near the small community of Paxson is more of a happening than an event. Oh sure, the bizarre race of downhill skiers being towed by snowmobiles at ridiculous speeds is part of the fun, but it’s the sheer gathering of sledders and motor homes who party non-stop that makes this a must bucket. April 6-11, 2011

Royal Distributing would like to congratulate Bill Worobess of Whitby, ON as he is now the proud new owner of a 2010 KTM 690 DUKE street bike. Bill chose the 690 from the options of a KTM 2010 450SX Quad, a KTM 250SXF MX bike or the Duke. His name was drawn on October 16th, at the Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV & Powersports Show in front of hundreds of show goers and Media. FREE ballots were available at all Royal Distributing retail stores and online at www.royaldistributing.com. He currently rides off-road with his family and is new to street riding, but is excited to get on the KTM. Being an enthusiast from way back, Bill has taken many years off from powersports to raise his son, who has autism. Bill has another son who helped pick up the 690 Duke at the Whitby store and thought it was very cool! Bill's sons have grown up, and he is excited to spend some time riding again and sharing the experience with some old friends that ride performance bikes! Bill says the timing is great and the bike is awesome!

MORE NEW BRASS Close on the heels of Arctic Cat's announcement that they have a new sheriff in town, another change at feline factory came in just as this issue was going to press. Effective January 1, 2011; Brad Darling will become the new Vice President/General Manager of Cat's snowmobile division. No stranger to the cold weather and snowmobiles, Brad grew up in Canada, raced Kitty Cats at age 6, and worked at his family Powersports dealership, Country Corners in Exeter, Ontario, which of course sells Arctic Cat. More recently, Brad joined Arctic Cat in 2000 as a District Sales Manager and was later promoted to Canadian National Sales Manager and still later, North American Sales Director. Congrats and best of luck Brad!

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Sponsored by Goodyear Belts, The Antique and Classic Club of Canada had some impressive iron at the Show. Check out the steering post on the Yamaha 440, clearly ahead of their time and you can tell these guys know it.

The 2010 Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV & Powersports Show, proudly presented by TD Insurance Home and Auto had an increase in Snowmobile and ATV Manufacturers, Aftermarket Distributors, Trailer Manufacturers and Performance Shop booths. Vendors came from all parts of North America to showcase and sell their Goods and Services at the largest show of its kind. The Royal Distributing Outdoor Event Area was bigger then ever with the added test tracks from both Can-Am and John Deere. The Dayco 120 races were once again exciting and a crowd pleaser, and the ATV Obstacross sponsored by ATV World Magazine was entertaining as usual. The Ultimax Freestyle had some difficulties with 60 MPH wind gusts. However Joe Parsons, Heath Frisby, Jeff Mullen and Paul Thacker pulled off another incrediable weekends work. The Antique and Classic booth sponsored by Goodyear Belts, had one of their best displays at the Show in the past 23 years. The Racer booths and trailers were also an exciting segment. Planning for the 2011 show is already underway, be sure to mark down the weekend of October 14-16, 2011. You won’t want to miss it.

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Mike Weatherill’s old twin tracker found its way in the Grey/Bruce County booth.

Rico seen here made all the right moves. Made the ladies laugh, said something charming yet witty, and walked away with an Amsoil sticker and his pride still in tack.

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As Heath Frisby, Joe Parsons and Jeff Mullen were outside flipping sleds and making crowds go nuts, inside it was all up to this guy… He pulled every trick out of his back pocket without hesitation.

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Many happy women were seen leaving the show carrying SledEZ snowmobile dollies because of a unique marketing strategy. If you sleep on a Sledez it will give you a good night’s sleep and will prevent snoring. OOOPS! That sign is for the booth next to the SledEZ booth! It pays to look at your neighbours set up!

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The finalists for the OSM MotorFist Mullet contest are in. Few things are more classic than apple pie, wife beater t-shirts, Camaros, and of course the flowing locks of a beloved business in the front, party in the back mullet! After two months of filtering through mullet pictures submitted by On Snow Magazine readers across the snowbelt, our OSM Mullet judges have narrowed the margin to 6. Now we turn it to you – itʼs your turn to vote for your favorite. The Mullet that receives the most amount of Votes will not only be crowned the 2010 OSM MotorFist Mullet of the year, but will also receive the latest in MotorFist riding gear. Runner-up mullets will each receive a windproof Vader Balaclava (to protect their mullet) and a Hydrophobic Fleece Jacket. The best mullet will be announced March 1, 2011 in the spring issue of On Snow Magazine and of course at MotorFist.com. Vote for your favorite mullet at www.motorfist.com Vote now, vote often and be sure to tell your friends. Voting ends January 31, 2011.

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1. Team Henderson Wisconsin Circa - 1990 Nothing says love for the mullet more than a “team” picture. According to the Hendersonʼs this photo best shows their locks of love, not to mention “the wonderful outfits!” They write: “We took a trip to an Oklahoma rodeo in the 80ʼs and the guys with the fancy rodeo shirts took pleasure in heckling Mr. Henderson and his fancy pants. We also kept our sonʼs hair that way too long, as everyone would tell us we have a beautiful daughter. Hopefully new gear from MotorFist will allow him to forgive us!”

2. Fluffy Love South Dakota Circa – 1991 Yeah we were speechless too when we saw these locks of love. Hair products were not in short supply in the Fluffy household. According to Romeo: “I think my photo should win the MotorFist Mullet contest because it is so FLUFF!” We all know, as shown, chicks constantly attack you at random to get their “fists” into your mullet. The memories, the mullet, the MotorFist man!

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3. UNCLE JEFF Minnesota • Circa – 1992 Sometimes the party in the back just canʼt stay home. We know Jeffʼs cut isnʼt a “true” mullet, but we have to give him props for allowing us to showcase his favorite Uncles skills for the rest of us to ridicule. According to Jeff: “Hey OSM, I like to think of my hair as a “full” mullet, and my favorite niece who is in the photo too, loved my hair so much she now has the same cut! I still have the shirt too so I could really use the new MotorFist gear. Thanks.”

4. Trend Setter Paul Ontario • Circa – 1972 Back before government mandated crash bumpers, Smokey and the Bandit, and required helmets in the NHL, mullets were cool. Especially when complimented with half-length muttonchops. Paul is pictured with legendary racer Giles Villeneuve who had just won the Kawartha World Series Cup. Nice bowtie eh!? Paul writes: “Here's a “pre-mullet” shot from the past you might enjoy! Iʼm sure the locks on the world famous Gilles Villeneuve will gather more interest than mine!”

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5. JJ Minnesota • Circa – 1988 Back when JJ was cranking up Twisted Sister on his parents all-in-one console stereo with an 8-track, he had big dreams of making it on the cover of Rolling Stone magazine. While he came up a bit short on his rock and roll career, we can at least fulfill his dreams of magazine glory. JJ tells us: “The shirt says it all! I designed the punk rocker on the back of my cut-off jean jacket, my mom was most likely responsible for the perm, and my little brother looked on in the background with admiration.”

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Minnesota • Circa – 1992 Straight leg jeans…check! Comb in back pocket…check! Red swoosh Nike shoes…check! Outrageous turquoise sweater with embroidered crest…check! Best damn mullet in school…damn right, thatʼs another check! Now Wes has to live with those photos proudly displayed in his motherʼs living room for the rest of his life. Wes writes: “Hi OSM, here is my school picture for the OSM MotorFist Mullet contest. Looking back Iʼm not sure which is worse, the hair or the sweater? Help me win a jacket so I can at least cover up that jacket.”

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Last issue (Laying Ground Work – October 2010 OSM), I wrote about the early phases of my racing career. I was excelling fast and my hobby was about to transform into a full-time job. During the summer of 1999, with the help of my father Kirk and Arctic Catʼs engineering team, Russ Ebert, who had taken me under his wing the previous year, fabricated a hand-built mod sled for me to race during the 1999-2000 season. The goal was to build a lighter and better handling sled, and after endless hours in Ebertʼs shop, its big debut was set for the snocross season opener in Duluth, Minnesota. It proved to be a good debut for both the sled and my fulltime racing career. When the weekend closed I had qualified for the ESPN Winter X Games, finished second in Semi-Pro Stock, and won the Semi-Pro Open final. My mod sled passed its first test with flying colors and Russ knew the sled had plenty of room for improvement. Over the next few months, we continued to develop the mod sled into a rocket ship. As the sled improved so did I, and SemiPro race wins came more frequently. It wasnʼt long until we found ourselves midway through the season and on the doorstep of Winter X - my first race against the best riders in the world. To be honest, I didnʼt really know what to expect. I was just a 15 year-old kid who was excited about traveling to Mount Snow, Vermont and competing in an event I had only seen up until now on television. To put it in perspective, I was about to race on the snowmobile worldʼs biggest stage, but wasnʼt old

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enough to drive to the race. I was having a great season, was winning plenty of races, and blessed to ride what was perhaps the best built modsled on the track that winter, but it all was taking place in the Semi-Pro class. This was Winter X Games, a larger than life event versus the biggest names in snocross racing of the era, most notable of which was

Blair Morgan. I was no stranger to Blair, he was a member of Team Arctic Cat and we had started to become friends through riding and testing together. However I had yet to line up against him, and while he had only been racing for a short time, he had already developed a reputation as a fast, smooth, calculating and tenacious racer. Whatʼs more, this was also going to be my first race competing against my dad at a professional level. It was both exciting and nerve racking at the same time. I mean, how else can I put it, heʼs my dad! Would he be mad if I passed him? What if I got excited and somehow crashed or took him out - would I be in trouble when I got home? Mount Snow is located in the southern Vermont, near the Green Mountain National Forest. From what Iʼm told the scenery was amazing, but I really donʼt remember. All I do remember were the jitters I had bouncing inside of me prior to the start of Winter X. Those jitters were calmed some during the qualifying rounds. I managed to finish second in all three, and at one point I even had to make a pass on my dad. Turns out he didnʼt get mad at me and even better, we both made it to the final. With each of those three races I was beginning to gain confidence. The early fears I had in facing the worldʼs best were subdued. I realized they were not unlike me, and with every strong finish and every pass I made, I knew I not only belonged at Winter X, but I actually had a chance for a podium finish as well. For those who have followed my career, you may already know the impact the 2000 Winter X Games had on both my career and myself. Yet for a race that now holds such significance for me, the memories are unfortunately a blur of emotion and flash bulbs. It all happened so fast. When

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the green flag flew, I pulled a huge holeshot and from that instant on I found myself leading the biggest race of my life at the age of 15. I was leading the field at Winter X, outpacing Blair Morgan who rode in second and in front of my dad, who battled for fifth place while at the same time keeping a proud and watchful eye on me at the front of the pack. It all happened so fast; all I remember is riding - riding as fast and as smooth as I could and checking over my shoulder, catching a flash of Blair and his 7C Cat and waiting for the checkered flag to wave. The last thing I vividly remember of that race is crossing the line and seeing the faces of those so close to me still etched vividly in my mind. Amid the chaos of TV cameras, microphones, flashes, handshakes and cheers, I mostly remember my dad giving me a high-five, Russ Ebert quietly smiling, and my mom crying. Yet despite the eruption of shouts and applause, I stood in near silence, stunned as I tried to wrap

my head around what had just happened. It seemed it was only days ago, I was riding my snowmobile after school in the fields surrounding my parents home near Goodridge, Minnesota. Now I stood at the center of a whirlwind of emotion and celebration. I have a hard time describing what that day meant to my family, my career, and how it has shaped me. I was the Winter X Games champion at the age of 15 and things were never going to be the same again. Russ and I went on to win both Semi-Pro National Championships that season. I was fortunate to be surrounded by people who kept me focused and grounded. It would have been easy to become distracted, but I didnʼt. All I could think about was my next race, and as youʼll learn next issue, my hidden struggles with becoming a factory racer. To learn more about Tucker, his career, sponsors and his latest exploits, visit his website at www.tucker-hibbert.com

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COMPETITIVE SPIRIT A common question I often hear is, what do I like more, snocross or freestyle? Thatʼs a tough one for me! Standing on top of the podium at a snocross race is the biggest feeling of accomplishment I know. Yet, on the other hand, pulling a new trick youʼve never done before is exciting, scary, and in many ways the ultimate adrenaline rush! So which one do I like more? Hmm, letʼs dissect both a little further. Snocross is one of the most competitive forms of racing I know. I love to race and I love the competitive spirit even more – thatʼs two points for snocross; but that doesnʼt truly explain my passion for the sport. ©LaVallee Inc.

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The sport of snocross goes far beyond the racetrack. It starts with endless days of training until you are so drenched in sweat you look and feel as if you jumped into a pool with all your clothes on. It also entails all the bumps, bruises, and blisters you acquire from pounding lap after lap on practice tracks. Each lap you try to perfect every move you make on the sled. You try to think of every possible situation you may encounter on the track and attempt different maneuvers for those situations. Oh, and lets not forget the scars that come in all shapes and sizes covering your body, reminding you of the months you spent using crutches, or dealing with a cast, pins, or screws. Not everyone who races may have been injured to the extent I have, but everyone who competes knows some level of this pain all too well. Yet despite all those elements, it all becomes worth it when you are standing on the podium; watching the flashes and video 56

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cameras all pointed at you; and a crowd of fans cheering for you after a good ride. Itʼs this feeling of accomplishment and the journey getting there that I love about snocross so much. Itʼs going to every race and seeing if all your hard work you have invested is enough to beat the competition. If it is – mission accomplished. If it isnʼt, then you need to figure out what you did wrong, how you can improve, and put in the time to be the very best. If you embrace this journey, it can be as rewarding as winning itself. Freestyle is a different animal. Unlike snocross where winners are determined by who crosses the checkered first, freestyle is a judged competition. In its simplest form, you try to lay-down the craziest tricks and put on the best show you can. It reminds me of a little kid who purposely breaks stuff just to get attention. In freestyle, the bigger the stuff you break, the more attention you get. Yet unlike that little kid who receives a brief moment of attention before being shuttled off to a corner for a much longer time-out; you win medals, get on television, receive high-fives and back slaps from everyone, and in some instances can even become a household name. Yeah, itʼs way better than a time-out! Freestyle is much more of an individual sport, where itʼs more about the rider and less about the sled. Donʼt get me wrong, if your sled isnʼt working in freestyle you are going to be in a bad place, but you donʼt need to rip holeshots, or have the suspension dialed in so that you can make it through a tricky rhythm section. Itʼs more about conquering your fears and teaching yourself to be comfortable with something that scares the crap out of you! Itʼs awesome when you do become comfortable with the tricks. For instance, when I first learned to back-flip a snowmobile, it was the scariest thing I had ever experienced. But not long after, it became as easy as doing a seat grab. It blows my mind that you can become comfortable with being 35 feet in the air, upside down, and beneath a 450lbs snowmobile! Plus, with freestyle you can be creative and show your personality more than in snocross. I have always enjoyed throwing tricks off the finish line at the races, but with freestyle I get to throw tricks off every jump! Snocross or freestyle… what do I like more? I honestly canʼt choose. I enjoy both for their own unique reasons, but at the end of the day, it all comes back to that tinge of nerves and excitement I get each time I start my snowmobile and feel that level of ultimate accomplishment by outperforming your competition, be it on a racetrack or freestyle park. Itʼs a feeling nothing else can top. Until next time. -Levi

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Hello everyone! I’m down in the doing what they love, do so at a very modest level, and nearly lower 48 as I pen this month’s all are both humble, appreciative and feel blessed for being column for OSM and it’s hard to given such an opportunity. believe it is already November and Granted there are exceptions to this rule. Athletes such as only weeks away from the first stop Travis Pastrana and Tony Hawk, who are both very humble of the ISOC National Snocross tour individuals, have excelled in their respective sports and have as well as the first freestyle show of managed to reap the rewards accordingly. What’s more, both the Slednecks Monster Energy Pastrana and Hawk are people who I believe make far better Invasion Tour in Duluth, Minnesota. role models than the clowns on Jersey Shore. The same holds Everyone is scrambling to get sleds true across the action sports landscape where you’ll find good and themselves ready. I’m in people, with strong values, incredible skills, and high Wisconsin working my freestyle routine in preparation to “kill- entertainment value. I would think these are the types of it” when its show time in Duluth. individuals who would make a better November could just as well be called choice to get paid for public appearances insanity month; it’s the month when all and endorsements versus the guy who the stress and anxiety of the season gets won a Jack Daniel’s drinking contest. bottled up before being released. Money I was recently in a Las Vegas club is being spent at a fever pitch, and very displaying a snowmobile as part of the little is coming in. It’s the nature of our SEMA car show when I learned of another sport for sure and honestly I wouldn’t Jersey Shore cast member was at this change a thing… well almost nothing. same club doing some sort of I need to climb up on my soapbox for appearance. Word on the street was the a minute and vent. I was recently having going rate for such an appearance was a conversation with some friends as we $100K. That’s right, one hundred flipped though the channels on the tube. thousand dollars! As we left the club, we Eventually we landed on MTV and there The 3rd Annual PT11 Fall Classic fishing trip in Alaska were suddenly ushered aside as security another success. With Johnny Whitlach and Allie was some “Jersey Shore” marathon on. was escorted said “famous” individual out of Stevens from Reel Adventures looking after us, My buddy piped up to “leave it” as he friends/industry partners and myself enjoyed some the cub. Now I use the word escorted was a huge fan of the show. Honestly, I much needed time away from the grind as we hauled in lightly, as he was not even able to stand nearly threw the remote at him. As you several huge Rainbow Trout. Already looking forward on his own two feet and was basically to next year. may have guessed, I’m not a fan, and I carried out by security. Seems he may know very few people who are. This had already consumed the $100K! Clearly obvious stark contrast in opinion sparked I should not have listened to my parents, what turned into a very heated and instead learned how to cause trouble conversation. and for the most part act like spoiled brat To bring the picture into sharper focus, all they while gaining the attention and the it had recently come to the public wallets of thousands of people. C’mon forefront that one of the cast members people what the heck are we thinking?! was going to make over $6 million dollars Okay, I’m stepping down from my for this past year for public appearances, soapbox now. You probably heard by endorsement, and who knows whatever now, Levi LaVallee will be attempting to else you can do when you have abs to break my World Record distance jump on flex, a liver of steel, and an appetite for New Year’s eve this coming December in sharing all of your wrong-doings and San Diego, California. You might think I drama with the world. My buddy would be unhappy by such news, as he however, felt the insane dollar amount looks to take away my title. On the was perfectly reasonable and well contrary, I am thrilled for Levi and wish I’m still the world record holder for a snowmobile deserved! This time I nearly threw the distance jump at 301.5-feet, but I’ll be in San Diego this him the best of luck! Levi and I are friends chair at him! Really? C’mon man! New Year’s Eve, cheering on my friend Levi as he and I don’t know of a better ambassador Now don’t get me wrong, I’m all for attempts to break my mark. of our sport to take on this challenge. I someone getting an opportunity and think it will be great for all parties involved, taking full advantage of it when presented. But the issue I have especially snowmobiling. It sounds as though Levi and his here is someone is making this kind of money for basically sponsors would like me to attend the event. 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or this round in the shop, I thought Iʼd go back to basics and concentrate on ski skags. As Iʼm sure you know, they are the steel bars bolted to the bottom of your skis. And in our modern times, these bars have these little inserts made of carbide secured in place that are extremely hard and take a long time to wear away. But Iʼm sure you knew that! Iʼm also sure you know how to change them out on your skis… In fact, the only thing complicated about skags, or runners, or carbides, is choosing what type will work for you. There are so many choices out there to navigate through, itʼs hard to know if you are buying what you need, so here are some thoughts on choosing the best bars for you. In the old days, wear bars were basically just that, round steel bars and they didnʼt do much to bite into hard surfaces like ice. Some keeners would

weld pieces of files on their runners to help bite into packed snow trails and ice, plus the harder steel of the files would last longer. Nowadays, we have the carbide inserts to increase wear resistance and bite… and itʼs the amount of bite (determined by the amount of carbide) that you have to understand before you buy a set of carbides. More is not necessarily better. The longer and sharper the carbide is, the harder it will be to steer your sled, and the twitchier it will be in the corners. I consider myself a fairly spicy rider and I like to set my sled up with a little bit of understeer on packed trails, along with fairly light ski pressure (with a long limiter strap). With my setup, a carbide length of 8 inches seems to work best for me. Plus, I like singe-runner styles over parallel, twin-runner bars. However, if you like more ski pressure, 6 inch inserts might work for you. Or, if

youʼre not really concerned at all about precision handling, a 4 inch insert is all you need! Like I mentioned above, I like to keep it Where else are you simple with single runner bars. I know gonna see something there are a lot of options out there with like this? Bet ya canʼt double runners, both parallel and stagname all the models in gered, or claims made about the shape of this boneyard! the actual bars themselves. This stuff isnʼt hype! These funky applications really do work! I just find the single runner works best for me and the way I like to ride. Some of these designs can really improve the front end handling of your rocket, while at the same time overcoming possible darting conditions. However, donʼt count on a new set of runners to completely cancel out all darting, ʻcause no matter what you do, there will always be a set of circumstances that will generate a darting condition. My suggestion here is to loosen up and ride. Donʼt try and fight it. Last, because there are too many combinations out there of sleds, skis, and runner designs to address in one simple magazine article, I suggest you head to the web. If you can wade through some of the B.S., there can be some pretty good advice on the forums about what works and for what model!

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BURANDT’S BACK COUNTRY BISTRO… A TRUE CLASSIC! In my third installment for cooking lunch the “Burandt Way”, I will be dishing up another personal favorite… The Classic Hot Pocket. Now some of you may have seen my Hot Pocket video on You Tube and Iʼm sad to say, for a while there I did have a little obsession with these flaky tasty treats. Iʼve since broadened my horizons when it comes to lunch time on the sled but you can't forget the classics. Whatʼs so great about the Hot Pocket you ask? Well first off, they come 2 in a box, side-by-side they both fit into my Hot Dogger, and they offer about 800 different flavors, plus they come with their very own sleeve to cook them in.

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REACHING ACROSS AND GENTLY NUDGING THE HIGH-SPEED IDLE JET OF A DIAPHRAGM WALBRO CARBURETOR AS YOU JOSTLE ACROSS A FROZEN LAKE, STILL GAINING LENGTHS ON YOUR BUDDY, WAS AND STILL IS A SKILL HELD IN HIGH REGARD. SO TOO IS THE ABILITY TO SPIN THE TOPS OFF A PAIR OF MIKUNI ROUND SLIDES IN SUB-ZERO WEATHER, READJUST THE NEEDLES AND NEVER LOOSE A C-CLIP. However, both of these carburetor art forms, and many others, are fading fast from the snowmobile landscape. Round slide, flat slide, no matter the design, the snowmobile carburetor and the art of tuning one is in some ways, on its death bed. In its place lies a multitude of technologies, each designed to one-up or more, the lowly carburetor. While the industry dabbled in various forms of fuel injection as far back as the 1991 Polaris RXL 650 in an effort to gain

performance and more importantly, improve run quality, for the most part, carburetors reigned supreme. Then along came the green house gas police, better known as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and with them a series of exhaust emission requirements that grew increasingly more and more stringent over time. Faced with the fact that cleaner burning snowmobiles was no longer going to be a nice to have, but rather a need to have; the manufacturers began to design

and implement ways to make their respective snowmobile power source more efficient. The road from there to here has not always been smooth, but the resulting fuel delivery technologies that have been developed for today’s snowmobile have ushered in a new level of performance. What was once looked at as a possible dagger for snowmobile performance has in turn, not only made snowmobiles more environmentally friendly, but also more fuel efficient, more responsive, more powerful, and more fun.

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These cutaway profiles of three different Rotax engines show the difference in proximity of when fuel is introduced to the combustion cycle. With the carbureted engine, fuel enters the intake charge outside the engine and must flow through the entire engine including the case and transfer ports before entering the combustion chamber. Comparatively the SDI engine in the middle introduces the fuel into the intake charge of air just before it enters the combustion chamber through the transfer ports. The injector (highlighted in red) is positioned above the reed valve intake, introducing fuel directly into a transfer port furthest away from the exhaust port side of the engine. Lastly, the ETEC or direct injection example shows the large cylinder shaped injector (light green in color) mounted directly atop the cylinder. The fuel charge here is introduced into the combustion chamber just moments before ignition as the piston nears top dead center.

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Ski-Doo E-TEC When it comes to two-stroke fuel delivery technology, Ski-Doo is clearly in the driver’s seat with E-TEC. Despite Polaris and Arctic Cat getting a jumpstart on the Valcourt crew with production fuel injection models being produced throughout the 1990’s, Ski-Doo has apparently leapfrogged everyone on the two-stroke side of the equation with a fuel delivery method more commonly referred to as direct injection. As the name implies, direct injection introduces the fuel charge in the most

direct method possible, by directly spraying fuel into the top of the cylinder just prior to the piston’s approach to top dead center and the moment of combustion. With this capability, direct injection all but eliminates the possibility of any unburned charge escaping out the exhaust port, since the port has already been closed off by the piston prior to the charge being introduced. The process sounds simple enough, but bear this in mind; when fuel is introduced into a two-stroke system through a case reed carburetor for example, the timing of the introduction is less critical and dependent upon the naturally occurring vacuum produced by the piston as it moves up and down in the cylinder. A semi-direct injection system moves the moment of fuel introduction in the two stroke cycle, closer to the moment of combustion, by spraying fuel in either a transfer or boost port, (more on this when we look at the Polaris Cleanfire Injection system). By moving the moment

of fuel introduction “up” in the combustion cycle, the timing and duration of the fuel charge becomes more critical, requiring more precision. The current E-TEC direct injection system utilized by Ski-Doo represents the “closest” to the point of combustion a two-stroke fuel delivery system has gotten in the snowmobile industry. This close proximity to the moment of ignition

You can barely discern the small opening at the bottom of this 800 ETEC injector. This small tip is inserted into the head of the cylinder similar to a spark plug and sprays a finely atomized mist of fuel with acute accuracy and speeds up to 134 times per second.

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engineers to program the system for a multitude of functions. From delivering a high pulse of fuel in extreme cold conditions for one pull starts, to dramatically reducing the fuel charge at idle, thereby creating a no-smoke, incredibly “flat” idle. Of course, the primary goal of direct injection was to deliver a clean burning engine with low emission readings. The E-TEC system has clearly done that, currently producing the cleanest EPA measurements of any two-stroke snowmobile engine. Yet despite the clean burn and run quality attributes of direct injection, the benefit everyone seems to talk about is fuel economy. Once again, the ability of direct injection to introduce the fuel charge just prior to the moment of combustion with high accuracy has resulted in fuel economy numbers rivaling those of the best fourstroke engines in the industry. Reports of near 20 miles-per-gallon with the 600 ETEC are not uncommon.

Rotax 800R For 2011, Ski-Doo has introduced their “next generation” of E-TEC with the long

awaited 800R. Fundamentally the system operates the same as the 600 E-TEC, but since 800 cubes requires more fuel, produces more power, and thereby more heat, the E-TEC system was redesigned to meet these more demanding requirements. With nine models utilizing 800R power, Ski-Doo is obviously confident in its capabilities. Crossover models like the potent Renegade X or Backcountry X exhibit far better throttle response and incredibly smooth off-idle drive-a-way characteristics.

Polaris Cleanfire Injection If you followed the star of the north brand as closely as we have the past 7 years, you’d know that there have been a few changes in fuel delivery since Cleanfire Injection was first introduced in model year 2005. Cleanfire was a clever marketing name to help build on the more efficient burning attributes of this system and to be fair, nearly all electronically controlled fuel delivery methods versus carburetors. Beyond the name however, Cleanfire Injection is more commonly referred to as a semi-direct injection system.

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The term semi-direct is used to describe the location and/or instance when fuel is introduced to the combustion cycle. Thinking back to a traditional case reed carburetion system - fuel is drawn into the crankcase when vacuum is formed as the piston travels upward towards top dead center and combustion. As the piston travels back down after the charge is ignited, the fresh charge that is lurking within the case is forced up into the combustion chamber through the transfer ports cast into the cylinder walls. At this same time, spent gases escape out the exhaust port as the piston reaches bottom dead center. Now with the piston heading north once again, the exhaust port is closed off by the piston itself, while at the same time, the fresh charge has flowed out from the transfer and boost ports and into the combustion chamber, ready to repeat the cycle again. It really is a relatively simple and effective design, and one of the reasons why two-stroke engines have remained a viable and in some instances, favored engine architecture in many applications. Yet while the process is simple, it takes

place at blistering speeds, as often as 134 times per second at 8,000 rpm. Semi-direct injection technology is a method of fuel delivery that introduces the charge closer to the moment of combustion, thereby reducing inefficiencies, and improving scavenging - the process of pushing the spent charge out of the cylinder and efficiently drawing in a new charge. The more effective the scavenging, the cleaner and more efficient the engine becomes. The latest Cleanfire system from Polaris utilizes a pair of high-pressure fuel injectors mounted into the cylinder and spraying a fuel charge directly into the center boost port of each cylinder. By introducing the fuel here, Polaris bypasses a portion of the cycle; hence the name “semi-direct”, and as a result, can more precisely control both the amount and timing of the fuel delivery. Because the fuel is introduced closer to the moment of combustion, it must happen with greater accuracy and within a shorter time window. To do this, Polaris utilizes a high-pressure fuel rail charged at 58psi. This allows the injectors to spray adequate fuel, even at wide-open

throttle, during the shorter time window. With the greater control and accuracy of Cleanfire, Polaris is rewarded with a cleaner burn, improved fuel economy, and greatly enhanced run quality and throttle response. While semi-direct injection has yet to reach clean EPA levels similar to direct injection, it is dramatically more efficient compared to a carbureted system.

Liberty 600 CFI With more time under its belt than any other semi-direct injection system in the Polaris line, the Liberty 600 enters model year 2011 as one of the best middle-bore engines in the industry. Perhaps the best way to describe the Liberty 600 is “happy”. Few motors we have ever experienced in nearly 30 years of riding, exhibit the smooth running and overachieving traits of the latest Liberty 600. The new calibrations to the Cleanfire system has made it even better, and when harnessed inside the flagship Rush Pro R, you are rewarded with one of the best snowmobiles on snow this year, or perhaps any.

Here is a factory cutaway of an early Polaris CFI 600 engine. In the foreground you can see where the injector mounts into the cylinder and introduces fuel into the boost port of the cylinder. Early versions of the Cleanfire system also incorporated a case mounted injector. Polaris has since moved away from this design in favor of a single port mount that is cleaner and more fuel-efficient. 70

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sive and efficient the system becomes. Early automotive attempts at fuel injection used what is now commonly referred to as throttle body injection (TBI) system. Fuel injectors took up residence at basically the same location where the carburetor once sat. Such systems

usually employed 2 to 4 injectors, spraying fuel into the intake manifold, in essence mimicking the role of a carburetor, albeit with greater precision. This is similar to how early snowmobile fuel injection systems operated as well. Todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more advanced fuel injection

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The black tube above the openings of the four throttle bodies is the pressurized fuel rail of the Yamaha fuel injection system. If you look closely you can see the four injectors protruding from the fuel rail and directed towards the intake tract atop the throttle bodies.

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be improved, and makes it even better. Throttle response is ridiculously quick, run quality is automotive in nature, and fuel economy numbers firmly positions Yamaha atop the mpg heap when it comes to high performance snowmobiles.

All the big news in the Yamaha camp for 2011 can be found directly under the cowl and seat of three Apex models. While much of the ballyhoo has been focused on the power steering and intelligent variable exhaust system dubbed EXUP, a new fuel injection system has been introduced in all three Apex models as well. From the Apex to the Apex SE, to the stretched XTX, which we believe is the best four-stroke Yamaha to date, the new advanced fuel injection system takes an engine configuration we thought couldn’t

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The actual turbo unit in a turbo charged system is a rather simple mechanism. This photo of a turbo and exhaust manifold illustrates this. The large snail shell shaped portion of the turbo is the air compressor pump. On the backside of this pump is a turbine mounted into the cast manifold directly in the path of exhaust flow. A shaft connects the turbine and the pump. While this photo is actually from a Polaris FST system, the mechanicals are nearly identical on the Arctic Cat Z1 Turbo.

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volume of oxygen into the combustion chamber. The term turbo charger comes from the process or element used to power the system. A turbine wheel is placed directly in the flow of escaping exhaust gases and spins at an incredibly high rate. Attached to the other end of the turbine through a shaft is the turbo compressor. When air is compressed it generates heat, and for this reason the compressed oxygen is first directed through an inter-cooler, which looks and acts much like a radiator. The intercooler cools the oxygen charge before it enters

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the combustion chamber. A cooler oxygen charge is denser, and the denser the oxygen fuel mixture is, the more energy or horsepower is created. If the process ended there, you’d have an engine that was capable of producing huge horsepower numbers, but would suffer in terms of drivability. Here is where the advanced technology of the fuel injection system and the accompanying ECU come into play. By monitoring several operating aspects of the vehicle such as throttle position, engine speed, vehicle speed and other performance attributes, the level of boost or the density of the compressed air is regulated. If it sounds complicated and slightly sophisticated, it is. While a turbo charger is a relatively simple element, to develop an entire engine that can harness and control the power adding attributes of a turbo is no easy task. Yet, when done correctly, you can create an engine that touts a seamless powerband, predictable

idle, smooth power transition, and a Katy bar the door, big-end pull. It sounds a bit blue sky, but those are the traits the Z1 Turbo exudes, along with all the positive attributes of fuel injection such as easy starts, crisp throttle response, and greatly improved fuel economy. Despite the ridiculous power of the Z1 Turbo, it can also bypass fuel pumps with greater frequency than some snowmobiles with less power.

Z1 Turbo When you’re flying the bold banner of “World’s Fastest Snowmobiles” and “Industry Leading Horsepower”, you’d better have plenty of Z1 Turbo offerings to go around. With ridiculous power and an equally ridiculous level of run quality for a motor producing such insane power numbers, the Z1 Turbo is perfectly adept in the high trail luxury, touring luxury, and lake shortening performance models it’s found in for 2011. Models such as the Z1 Turbo LXR and Z1 Turbo EXT, meld the often hard to replicate formula of mild manner trail demeanors, big mileage distance capabilities, and the buck stops here power. ✪

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my opinion, the new Assault is one of the best looking machines of 2011, with its combination of retro front end styling and traditional suspension-inside-the-track tunnel. Plus itʼs got all the right attitude and feel when you pull the trigger on the Liberty 800 thatʼs under the hood. The Assaults get all the top-shelf parts right from the factory and are available in

two models; a 144 inch Switchback, and a 155 inch RMK edition, each with a traditional slide-rail suspension tweaked for their individual markets. Some of the Assaultʼs other goodies include; ProTaper handle bars with hooks, and high performance Walker Evans shocks all around. For me, this sled answers all the concerns I had with the previously introduced Rush, with its Pro Ride rear suspension.

Not that I didnʼt like the outside the box thinking of the design, and I appreciated the performance of the suspension. I just couldnʼt bring myself to be at an emotional level with that sled... Still canʼt! I guess itʼs the traditionalist in me that canʼt get past the look of the rear mechanics. I dig the front end (a lot), but the sled looks unbalanced for some reason. I believe the retro-Indy themed front, with cutting edge Ducati-style, exposed

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tubing rear suspension gives the sled a personality disorder (in my humble whatthe-heck-do-I-know perspective). Please donʼt throw daggers at me just yet. This criticism is just the way I feel about how this sled looks, and I forget all about my catty attitude towards the Rushʼs looks when the machine is on the trail. From the seat, I canʼt see the rear suspension, but I feel the precision of how this machine moves! And I do like that. There is one other area that I know the new Assault is better at than the Rush, and itʼs not something I just feel! With the suspension inside the track, Polaris has installed a regular tunnel and thatʼs given the rider a much better chance to move around on the floorboards while in the powder. Something you need to be able to do with a crossover sled such as the 2011 Assault. In fact, I might go out on a cornice here and say the Switchback Assault 144 and its mountain-bred brother the RMK Assault, are two of the best S#%t-

Hookinʼ sleds on the snow! I think itʼs the combination of light weight, full floorboards, and a decent sized front body (to help flotation at >90-degrees over) that make these machines so easy and fun to handle in the fluff. So I donʼt think Iʼve left much in the area of indecision when it comes to my opinion of the Assaultʼs off-trail performance, and I want to say that on-trail the Assault is just as good. The Switchback version has a tipped rail that makes it feel shorter then it really is, but you do pay a slight weight penalty. The longer track may also take away some of the

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flicky feel on the trail, but itʼs really hard to feel in the seat of your pants. I think whatever penalty you may (or may not feel) is greatly overshadowed by the added off-trail abilities and traction. I also think long track sleds just look better too… But thatʼs just my emotions getting the better of me! Speaking of emotions… you may have read in some of my other submissions to OSM that Iʼve got an old 1990 Indy SKS at home in the garage. Now thatʼs a sled Iʼm emotional about, and will argue with you that its one of the best looking sleds of all time. There have been other sleds Iʼve felt that emotional connection to, like the ʼ08 SkiDoo TNT or Arcticʼs ʼ03 Firecat. For what these machines represented or how they made me feel at the seat make these machines ones Iʼd like to have in my collection. I wanted to have that connection to the Rush, but as you can tell from the tale above, I just couldnʼt get there. The Assault has changed that (especially the one with the Orange graphics)! This is probably the only machine that Polaris builds that I would consider buying. It has the power, both on and off trail performance, the right attitude and look, and plus, I can feel that visceral, emotional connection to it when riding. I suppose, at the end of the ride, thatʼs what this whole snowmobile thing is all about… and why we all get emotional about it. ✪

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A Snowmobilerʼs dream right on the doorstep of Montréal- Lanaudiére! The region is composed of the Laurentians and the Canadian Shield and is a wonderland of forest cloaked hills, endless stunning scenery, ancient mountains and frozen lakes, all draped in an abundance of sparkling white snow, pristine and untamed. Snowmobile Country! www.snowmobilecountry.ca Quebec is the birthplace of the snowmobile, and the province is recognized as a superb destination, so itʼs understandable why Lanaudiére has been recognized for over 30 years by snowmobilers as a true winter paradise. There are 17 clubs represented in the region, maintaining 2,300 km of linked, well-groomed and signed trails with access to a variety of snowmobile friendly facilities along the trail. There are equipment rentals and repairs, maps, heated shelters, gas stations and snowmobile-friendly lodging with secure facilities for overnight storage. The territory is bounded by the St. Lawrence River to the south and the Laurentian Mountains to the north. Itʼs a vast north-south corridor 250 km deep and 85 km wide, covering an area of 13,537 sq.km. Winter arrives in mid-December, dressing the region with an average of 3 meters (10ft) of brilliant, dazzling snow, charming the countryside until the end of February in the southern end, and the end of March in the north. You can enjoy a long winter season due to the high altitude and climate of the region. The region presents a variety of riding circuits linking quaint towns like St. Donat, St. Gabriel de Brandon, St. Michel des Saints, the wilderness of Mont Tremblant Park and the Réserve Rouge Matawin, just to name a few. The circuits range from a short 137 km to a lengthier 225 km to match each riderʼs desire, or you can combine them for a longer distance ride. ✪

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Along the trail youʼll find the comforts of hotels, bed & breakfasts, to deluxe resort hotels and spas, all combining winter adventure opportunities for everyone in the family. My husband Paul & I anchored our trip from the Pourvoirie Domaine Bazinet with our hosts Benoit and Marielle Auger. The Outfitters was founded in 1934 on 19 km of lakes, rivers, waterfalls and mountain wilderness. The Pourvoirie Domaine Bazinet is the largest and most popular outfitter in Quebec. Located two hours from Montreal in SteEmelie-de-Lʼénergie at 1800 feet above sea level, it offers a variety of activities and several types of accommodation to meet your expectations. Today we travelled on the Trans Quebec (TQ) #63 to Saint-Damien where it meets up with the Regional 349 & 345 for a brief ride through the Réserve faunique Mastigouche, stopping at Lac Tremblay, then further north to Taureau Dam, a definite sightseeing stop on route. We then ventured on the Regional Trail (RT) #360 to our destination for the night; Auberge Lac Taureau, in Saint-Michel-des-Saints, with our host Mario Gouin. The snowy wilderness around Lac Taureau is exceptionally picturesque. As you ride out of the forest youʼre astounded by the luxurious wood lodge before

you. LʼAuberge du lac Taureau is a four star resort positioned in the forest on 25 acres of land, with 158 rooms on the edge of the majestic lake. This impressive resort was constructed in compliance to ancestral techniques, complete with beautiful cathedral ceilings and complimented with all the amenities youʼd expect at a four star resort and beyond. We enjoyed a great dinner and buffet breakfast with our host Mario as he shared great stories of the area. The resort offers 60+ sleds and all the equipment required for rental, along with tour guides that are booked almost every day. You can expand your adventure by going ice fishing or trying out one of the many dog sled teams or enjoying some time in the spa. We picked up our sleds from the secure lock up and journeyed out on the TQ#33 around to Saint-Michel-des-Saints to the RT#343 to Saint-Zénon, which is one of the two highest-elevation villages in Quebec at 2,395 feet (730 meters) above sea level. We travelled back onto TQ#63 into Mont-Tremblant National Park to Réserve faunique Rouge-Matawin for fuel and lunch. There are two watersheds that supply water to the reserve, each with distinguishing characteristics. One is to the west, being the winding and mysterious lazy Riviére Rouge,

where the speckled trout thrive. The other is to the east, with the winding and mysterious Riviére Matawin, which is teeming with northern pike. There is just so much to learn and experience beyond the amazing scenery and trails when riding in Lanaudiére. It was time to head in the direction of our destination for the night in Saint-Donat; CondʼEauhotels of Manoir des Laurentides with our host Madeleine Charbonneau. Hotel Manoir des Laurentides has 50 years of tradition with unequalled natural surroundings, the

magnificent pure lakes, and the oldest chain of mountains in the world, with an abundance of recreational actives to do. You have your choice of staying in the main lodge, motel units or condominiums. You can pamper yourself with the delectable cuisine or create your own dishes in the condos, while taking in the amazing sights of the 200,000 sq.ft. of terrain bordering the magnificent Lake Archambault. And the view of Mont Tremblant national park is just a stoneʼs throw away. We were spoiled and pampered in the condos by our hosts, starting with a fabulous massage when we arrived, followed by a wonderful meal in the company of Tourism Lanaudiére staff Marc-Olivier Guilbaut and Sylvie Lapointe, along with Raymond Jalbert the Director of Security at the establishment. We awoke early the next morning to two vintage sleds parked outside our condo that Raymond had arranged, along with breakfast with municipal conseiller Normand Legault.

We then had the unique opportunity to take a tour on Lake Archambault in a 1937 Bombardier owned and operated by Réjean Issa who organizes tours in the area to authentic sugar shacks hidden the majestic mountains. Ah, what a way to start the day!! Later we headed out across the lake to check out Montange Noire, (Black Mountain) where we had been told you can feed the birds right out of your hand. And you can - itʼs amazing! What a breathtaking view! We fed the birds and took in all that the mountain offered before we had to get back on track. We took the TQ#33 to Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci where the local trail tracks you over to TQ#43 into SaintCome via the Regional trail. The annual St-Come en Glace ice sculpture festival was in full swing. During the last week of January, itʼs a tradition for this picturesque small town located in the center of Lanaudiére to transform large blocks of ice, each weighing over one ton, into

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magnificent pieces of art, lining the main street. The festival attracts 30,000 visitors and continues until the second week of February each year. Itʼs another incredible opportunity that the region offers that you can add to your agenda. We then set pace to our last destination via the RT#343 to the Auberge du Vieux Moulin, in Saint Zénon. A family owned and operated establishment since its opening in 1995, they focus on comfort and activities to satisfy the customer. Itʼs a rustic styled log chalet located in the mountains in the heart of nature, offering a variety of activities. The hostel has 16 Tourism Lanaudiére www.snowmobilecountry.ca 800 363-2788

rooms, 2 Native American teepees, two chalets with 4 bedrooms, complete with the development of the indoor pool, wellness center, spas, saunas and massage center. They offered secure lock up for the sleds, along with upgraded rentals and enthusiastic hospitality. They offer many winter activities to take in like ice fishing, dog sledding, ice skating on the pond, snow shoeing, or hiking in the wilderness. We arrived in the dinning room to find it full of snowmobilers celebrating the fun they had on the trail while enjoying the refined and generous cuisine. The sugar pie was to die for! Many

Pourvoirie Domaine Bazinet www.domainebazinet.com 450 886-4444

Auberge Lac Taureau www.lactaureau.com 877 822 2623

of the riders were part of tour groups, riding for their first time in a new country, exploring the trails that the region offered on rental equipment. Snowmobiling in Lanaudiére provides an opportunity to take in the authenticity of the natural wonders and preserved culture while discovering the regionʼs adventures. This year you can check out the new 17 km segment of trail on the north end of the park that is replacing the 24 km that will be closed in the park. Thank you to Tourism Lanaudiére for arranging our fabulous tour. Donʼt just read about it, create your own memories! ✪

Hotel Manoir des Laurentides www.manoirdeslaurentides.com 800 567-6717

Auberge du Vieux Moulin www.auberge-lanaudiere.com 450 884-0211

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Every year a few of us get together and take three to four days and tour around New Brunswick. This year Warren Geer and I made our way to Edmundston to meet Harold McCann and NBFSC’s Ross Antworth and Leon Bourque who we rode with last year on the same ride. Dan Cain from Cain’s Insurance was on this year’s ride. And it was that a ride!

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Wonder how far ahead the groomer is?

very year a few of us gather, to take a few days and tour around New Brunswick. This year, Warren Geer and I headed to Edmundston, NB to meet up with Harold McCann, NBFSCʼs Ross Antworth and Leon Bourque. Dan Cain from Cainʼs Insurance joined us this time, and we had a great time! We had packed our saddle bags the night before so we wouldnʼt be rushed in the morning, and I even charged up the battery for my camera that night so I wouldnʼt have to bring my charger. Our morning started at 8am when we left our trucks at the Comfort Inn, started up the sleds and away we went. We stopped a few times for photo ops. By our third stop I discovered that my batteries didnʼt charge properly the night before. A trailside discussion needed to happen to figure out a solution to my major problem. Now, if Harold heard this news, heʼd have kittens right then and there on Trail 12. After swapping a few ideas back and forth, a quick side run to the local Staples Business Depot in Grand Falls had us down for 45 minutes. I donʼt know how the people at Staples felt when I

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pulled up right in front with my Polaris Rush, backed it into a parking spot and entered the store with my helmet still on. It was an experience because you donʼt really blend in easily at Staples when youʼre dressed for the trail and wearing a helmet. It just wouldnʼt be the Annual if something like this didnʼt happen. A few minutes in, we had freshly charged batteries and we were back on track and began our ride into the afternoon. The day was going perfect; trails were groomed to near perfection, the skies were blue, great company, it was a perfect day for sledding. As we were taking in the scenery and enjoying the trip, I noticed that we were catching up to the groomer. Ross was leading the pack and he had the only track on the trail. You just couldnʼt ask for better conditions. This always comes to end though, because itʼs only a matter of time before you catch up to the groomer. We slowed down cautiously and thatʼs when we came around a corner to find orange cones leading us up to a new Massey Ferguson, with its right track needing some alignment. The Operator was thrilled to see both Ross and Leon there to help. A few phone calls from the past President and the

Scenic features like this huge bridge make this a trip to remember.

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Warren wanted his photo taken by the stream.

Warm-up shelters are spread out across the trail system

General Manager of the NBFSC, and the Massey will be back grooming quickly. The scenery in this area is amazing, and at times when you look around, you question if you are really on a snowmobile in New Brunswick, with some of the massive bridges and what looked like a dormant volcano. There were warm up shelters that we passed throughout the day which make for great places for breaks. We rolled through the afternoon and made a run at Piston Alley. Warren has ridden in New Brunswick before but hasnʼt experienced the Alley… what a shame. Warrenʼs comment after riding Piston Alley

was, “Are you kidding me? Did that just happen?” It is an experience all in itself. To give you an idea of what type of trail this is, Arctic Cat tested their ridiculously fast Z1 Turbo here. Big wide sweepers with rolling hills with flat road-like conditions unmatched anywhere else I have ridden, and itʼs one of the widest trails that you will ever have the opportunity to ride. When we finished laying it down on the Alley and had convinced Warren that yes, we can come back and ride it again sometime, we stopped in at the Nespisiguit Sports Lodge for some needed fuel and testosterone cool down to

Our hostess at the Moose Valley Sporting Lodge and the group of merry men. Harold McCann is already on his Vector and waiting to go. As usual he was pushing us to keep on track.

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We piled onto the home cocked meal, and made it an early night to start the next day on “Harold Time” (crack of dawn). We rode through an electricity wind farm along Trail 503, which was interesting because the elevation is higher and it makes an ideal windy spot for the turbines and more snow. There was no shortage of snow on this trip at all, especially in this area. We visited Serpentine Lodge which is an adventure in itself, in a great way. We pulled into the gas garage before going into the restaurant for lunch. Auberge Ressources Inn

remove the perma smile from the trail leading us in. We cruised through the remainder of the afternoon to make the dayʼs end at the Auberge Ressources Inn, which is located just off Route 180. This is a great lodge to stay at; fully licensed with all the amenities, satellite television in all the rooms and a special satellite phone with super low rates. Seriously, it was almost as cheap as a cell phone, which doesnʼt work in this area.

Serpentine Lodge

This is a must stop for lunch. From here itʼs a great ride to our final destination for the evening; the Moose Valley Sporting Lodge along Trail 17. After a long few days of riding, piling on a lot of kilometers and eating, what else do we do when were on the Annual? We made it to the Moose Valley Sporting Lodge early enough so that we could enjoy the evening. The Lodge and cabins are only a few years old, so everything is exceptionally tidy and new. This is a great destination point or starting point for sure. If you are in the area this has to be included in your ride plans. As for the usual Annual New Brunswick ride planning, Ross made our last dayʼs ride a light one. We rode back to Edmundston in the morning from Moose Valley aboard… you guessed it, well groomed and well marked trails, making this ride one of the absolute best rides of the year. ✪ For more information contact the New Brunswick Federation of Snowmobile Clubs www.nbsfc.com or 506-325-1262

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SCOTT HOLLISTON JACKET The Holliston jacket is a waterproof and breathable jacket thanks to its SpectrM shell. All seams are taped, the hood is removable and cuffs are Velcro adjustable. The Holliston also features underarm venting for a great cooling and interior security pocket for your personal belongings. Sizes: SM-XXL MSRP: 279.95 Visit www.micasport.com

SCOTT Enumclaw pant The Enumclaw pant matches with the Holliston jacket and also features a waterproof and breathable SpectrM shell. The strategic thermal regulation features Microloft 60g in cool zone and performance mesh in hot zones. The Enumclaw is equipped with taped seams, inner thigh venting and adjustable waist and gaiters. Sizes: SM-XXL MSRP: 229.95 Visit www.micasport.com

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AMSOIL Quickshot SE AMSOIL now offers the new Quickshot SE to address common fuel issues found in small engines and powersports equipment. Degraded fuel can cause carbon build-up that can lead to rough idling and poor throttle response. AMSOIL Quickshot SE is recommended for use in all two and four-stroke gasoline powered engines including snowmobiles, motorcycles, personal watercraft, boats, ATVʼs, mowers, snow blowers, chain saws, generators and farm and construction equipment. AMSOIL has been the recognized leader in synthetic lubrication since 1972. For more information contact your nearest AMSOIL distributor, or call1-800-777-8491.

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SCOTT Hustle Arcade and Hustle Banter The Hustle Arcade and Hustle Banter are two of SCOTTʼs newest snowmobile goggles. This series of goggles are tearoff compatible and have 100% UV Protected Amplifier Lexan Dual Lens with NoFog Anti-fog lens treatment to make sure that the goggles dont fog up even in the harshest conditions. Graphic Versions: Arcade, Banter, Voodoo MSRP: $78.95 Solid Frame Colors: Black, White, Red MSRP: $92.95 Visit www.micasport.com

ORIGINAL ICESCAPE Conveniently attaches together for safe transportation when doing any activities that are on frozen lakes. Pull the Icescape apart and use it to pull yourself to safety. Foam grips and nylon strap to keep them together. They float so you won't lose them. $18.99/pr Available at www.royaldistributing.com

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FXR FUSION JACKET The Fusion is our most popular ladies jacket. This jacket has all features that you will ever need and will be sure to keep you warm and dry. If you are looking to cool down all you have to do is open your underarm vents. The Fusion is available in 7 different color schemes and has a removable zip-out thermal liner system. See www.fxrracing.com for more information.

We are fascinated with speed. Only problem is, itʼs tough to measure. Then in steps the Velocity with endless possibilities. Easy to use, Easy point-and-shoot operation. It boasts +/- 1.0 MPH accuracy. Displays in MPH only. Itʼs the ideal tool for tracking everything such as race cars, snowmobiles, ATVs, Motorcycles and pitching speeds. Large, clear LCD display, displays fastest speed once trigger is released. Accurate to +/- 1 mph. $129.99 Available at www.royaldistributing.com

FXR TEAM FX JACKET The Team FX Jacket is one our most popular jackets on the market with it's new and improved MMT Two Stage dry technology. Which utilizes two separate waterproof/breathable layers and is ideally suited to cold weather and high speed trail riding applications. It also incorporates FXR's exclusive Hydrx performance technology which means that your going your going to stay dry and free of moisture. The Jacket comes in 6 colours and is available in sizes Small – 3XL See www.fxrracing.com for more information.

FXR HELIX JACKET For those of you looking to stand out while riding with your friends FXRʼs HELIX is the Jacket for you. The Helix Storm Jacket is available in Red, Yellow or orange and has all the goodies including Chest vents, 4 inside posickets perfect for phones, goggles or even your GPS. The Helix is available in S-2xl See www.fxrracing.com for more information.

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MUFFPOT, a stainless steel oven that mounts to your exhaust pipe. This unique cooker easily snaps off for serving and cleaning. Aluminum heat sink base provides uniform heating. Safely cooks delicious meals with now mess on your pipes.Weighs less than 14 oz. and installs on your sled in under a minute. Dimensions 7” x 5” x 2”. $56.99 Available at www.royaldistributing.com

509 SINISTER BLACK OPS POLARIZED GOGGLE & EVOLUTION HELMET

RTIFICIAL SPIRATION New this year is the Sinister Black Ops Polarized goggle. Featuring a jet black polarized smoke lens, new matte black frame color, and new 2" wide strap with gun metal 509 emblem. Paired up with our matte black Evolution helmet, there's no better combo, in both form & function, than these bad boys. Finally, the sled industry has a goggle designed to fit specifically with a helmet. With the 509 helmet & goggle combo, you have the warmth of a full face, combined with the light weight, anti-fog, and badass-ness of an open face helmet. Both for just $255.00. www.509films.com

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HINDLE EXHAUST SYSTEMS New for 2010/11, Hindle Exhaust Systems now offer full systems and slip-ons for Ski-Doo and Yamaha models. Over 35 years of street and off-road exhaust research and development puts Hindle in the front as one of the TOP exhaust manufactures in North America. Forward-thinking technology and the ability to fine tune and test quality systems is what we're all about - high performance, excellent quality and great sound.Every piece is hand crafted in-house using the finest materials. Super lightweight performance-driven systems available for your ride. Available through your local Motovan dealer. Slip-on starting at: $399.95 MSRP. Full system starting at $899.95 MSRP. Full product range available in Motovan's 2011 Snow Catalogue. Proudly made in Canada. Visit www.HINDLE.com for more information.

BUDDY TOW The flip side of the fantastic scenery, camaraderie and excitement snowmobiling brings us is the fact that they're still machines, and will break down from time to time. That can create a lot of headaches and ruin a good day's ride, whether you're on the trail or in the back country. The Buddy Tow was invented to help ease the burden of dragging in a broken down sled. Made of high molecular weight (HMW) plastic, the Buddy Tow attaches to the track of the dead sled in minutes without tools and will save wear and tear on you and the towing sled. For less than the cost of a new belt, having a Buddy Tow with you will make you the hero of your riding group! The Buddy Tow comes in LITE ($44.95 - up to 144" tracks) and PRO ($64.95 - mountain sleds) models and has an optional compact tow strap kit available for $12.95. The PRO model includes plastic runners to help reduce fishtailing while towing. Order online at www.buddytow.com or call toll free 1-877-230-9401. Manufactured by Sled Dogs, LLC, Wishek, North Dakota.

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ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION SPI Hyperdrive Piston The next step in the evolution of performance pistons. The high temperature resistance significantly improves fatigue strength and impact toughness. This new alloy, combined with the already existing techniques of anodizing the crowns, machine smoothed heads and MOS2 coated skirts for smoother start-ups and breakins, meets the demands for todayʼs high performance engines. Includes: 1 Piston, 1 Ring set, 1 Wrist Pin and 1 Circlip set. Made from space age aluminum alloy which maintains its high tensile strength up to 700° F, 50% higher than a cast piston. Available in Canada though Sun and Snow. Visit www.sunandsnow.org or call 204-857-8960.

PowerMadd Flare The PowerMadd Flare is a brand new product for PowerMadd. The Flare was developed give racer/rider the utmost protection from dirt, mud, rocks, snow and ice. The Flare is an inexpensive solution to increasing the protection of any hand guard. The Flare is a lightweight closed cell molded AEPE foam. This material is waterproof and durable. The Flare attaches to any hand guard using an innovative three strap mounting system. PowerMaddʼs Flare is available from local dealers or mail order retailers. Visit www.powermadd.com

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MOTORFIST W.O.T GLOVE The W.O.T (Wide Open Throttle) glove is for those riders that want a waterproof/breathable glove with the all the dexterity in the fingers of a thin glove. The W.O.T. accomplishes this with a solid leather palm and use of flexible fabrics that still offer the waterproof edge riders want. The details of a goggle wipe and easily accessible cuff adjustment are not forgotten. www.motorfist.com

Steadymate Tiedowns Excellent stocking stuffer! Buy your favorite Sledder the best, from only $24.99/pr. Available at www.royaldistributing.com

FOX FLOAT X EVOL With Levi LaValleeʼs first ever double back flip on a snowmobile, and with virtually every top snowcross racer using them, the FOX Racing Shox FLOAT X EVOL have definitely earned some bragging rights. With adjustable dual compression, rebound, air spring, and EVOL and main air chambers independently controlling ride height, roll control and bottom-out, the FOX Racing Shox FLOAT X EVOL are easily adjustable for anything and everything you can throw at them. For more information on all FOX RACING SHOX Products, call (450) 449-4442 or visit www.splashndirt.com

CHOKO men’s nylon jacket A double action combination, waterproof breathable 420 denier oxford nylon combined shell with rugged 1000 deniers dobby nylon, technically coated for a softer feel and protected with a Teflon finish. The liner is a Weather-Tec Plus system 16oz. Northern Fleece quilted to a 6.6oz. DuPont Thermolite micro insulation for a combined 22.6oz. thermal factor. Sleeves lined with 6.6oz. DuPont Thermolite insulation. Adjustable bottom, cuffs and cummerbund. Underarm vents with waterproof zippers for aeration. Soft and comfortable fleece lined collar. Front zipper double storm flap protection. Action sleeves. The zippered outer shell pockets are lined with brushed cotton for warmth and waterproofed for durability. Inside zip pocket, double map pocket with mp3 zippered pouch. Reflective trim for increased safety. www.chokodesign.com

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ARTIFICIAL RESPIRATION HJC SURVIVOR Patented Flotex Flotation suit is exclusive to HJC and Parts Canada dealers, bringing you uncompromising comfort and warmth that exceeds anything else on the market. Available in a variety of colours in menʼs, womenʼs and youth sizes. For more information visit www.partscanada.com MSRP - $169.95 menʼs and womenʼs $124.95 youth

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FASTRAXX We must admit, we were a bit skeptical about spraying something on our track, sliders and into the tunnel and suspension. The Fastraxx product Slider and Track lube and No Snow products are spray-on and are designed to lube the track and sliders and to prevent snow from building up in the suspension and tunnel. We were pleasantly surprised to find the products work as advertised. After spraying the products as directed, I spent all day playing in wet, deep snow with now build up. While my buddies did experience snow and ice buildup, and their sleds got heavy. We would recommend the No Snow spray for riding in mountain powder while the Slide and Track Lube is great for hard surface riding. Check out www.eztraxx.com for more info.

SURE GRIP DOLLIES SURE GRIP Dollies have been proven to be a crucial tool for many shops and trailers. Imagine no more heavy lifting, or getting off your sled to swing the back end around because you can't steer. Just fire up your sled and drive it! The SURE GRIP Dollies also eliminate the damage from carbides gouging the garage floor, driveway, trailer bed, and your lawn. www.suregripdolly.com

SUPERCLAMP In todayʼs snowmobile industry the Superclamp has proven to be “without a doubt” the most effective and safe way to keep your snowmobile secured to any trailer or truck deck. Engineered out of a fiber-filled composite material, its fully adjustable, light weight and with just a simple pull of the pistol grip handle you will be assured that your investment is secure. These Superclamp tie-downs are also lockable (with your own padlock), becoming a theft deterrent. This is the first and last tie-down you will ever need. For more information call (403) 203-2210 or visit www.superclamp.net

POWDER KEG Powder Keg is introducing a new rigid, dry storage keg (box) and fuel keg. The new design will fit many Arctic Cat, Ski-Doo Revs and Polaris snowmobiles. The storage kegs are held firmly to the snowmobile by the use of four stainless steel draw latches yet can be removed from your sled in less than five seconds! Inside the box is over 1900 cubic inches of dry storage area that is easily accessed through a lid that will not freeze shut. The 2-1/2 gallon fuel keg rides underneath the storage box to keep the center of gravity low. These new fuel kegs are also stackable for those needing five gallons of extra fuel. Visit www.powderkegllc.com

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Skiroule - the early years

You may recall that I have mentioned the Streetsville Snowmobile Club on occasion. One of the founding members was Gord Burton, along with his wife Mary. Gord and I used to play in the fields around Streetsville, prior to Regional

Government and the founding of Mississauga. It was not uncommon for Gord to knock on the door of my in-laws house and ask, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Can Ed come out and play?â&#x20AC;? In 1972 Gord and Mary bought a 72 Olympic 399 with all the options. Shortly thereafter Gord found a pair of 1971 Skiroule and a love affair with all things green was born. The first thing Gord noted was the aggressive track and the well padded seat, compared to others sleds of the day. When we pulled off the hood, Gord noted that the fit and finish and the use of quality materials was impressive. This is almost the exact comment made by Doug McIlwain of the ACSCC years later.

The first time I was able to ride the Skiroule was in Milton ON., where the Streetsville Club had rented an old farmhouse and the fields. While the immediate terrain was quite flat, there was a steep hill that was one concession away, so Gord and I went out to play. I rode a lot of different sleds in the late 60Ęźs and early 70Ęźs but I cannot disagree that the Skiroule were the hit of the party when it came to billygoating a steep hill. Addicted.

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This John Deere still wore its colors proudly, despite being nearly engulfed by several yearʼs of tangle grass. Just needs a few parts and sheʼs a runner.

Manʼs Snowmobile Salvage in Hinckley, Minnesota, has been a bone yard fixture since 1980 when owner Lawrence Man retired from farming and began a snowmobile salvage business. Despite being paralyzed from the waist down, Manʼs is a well-oiled business with rows upon rows of neatly organized parts nestled within several buildings, and an adjacent field asleep with hundreds of snowmobiles of every vintage. Tragically, on the very day we visited Manʼs Salvage to take a look around, Lawrence passed away. He was 82 years old. However, according to his wife Mary, who we spoke with recently, the legendary salvage yard Lawrence created will hopefully continue, as new potential suitors look to carry on the Manʼs tradition. 320-384-6736

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great ride and end up bedridden for a few days with a cold, and not be able to get out and ride! 2. Try something new! If you’re a rider who uses running as their primary source of cardio, maybe try the rower or spin bike for a while, or vise versa. If you’ve been hitting the gym hard this summer, I’m not saying stop everything and get fat, but try something new. Try a kickboxing class, maybe get some people together and play road hockey, floor hockey, basketball or whatever you like. But the last thing you want to do at this time of year is burn out by falling into a routine, or by overtraining. Make sure to stay active, but tone down the intensity of your activity and let your body recover! You’re riding a ton now,

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lower back, I’m all good,” you must remember that taking care of our spine is of the upmost importance, especially when you’re involved in such a highly intense physical sport such as snowcross. And gentleman, don’t forget that the ladies who take these classes are wearing some pretty hot outfits! Now if you’re not comfortable with taking the classes, I get it…I’ve seen some of my guys do yoga and they looked like a fish out of water. Email me and I’ll send you a link to some of the DVD’s I recommend. For the guys and gals out there who do go to yoga classes, the DVD’s aren’t a bad idea for when you go on the road. Instead of searching all over the place for a Yoga studio which may or may not have classes that fit your schedule, bring a portable DVD player and boom; you have instant yoga! 4. Be honest with yourself! I should be telling you that if you train hard, eat right, and get lots of sleep, you can all be the next Tucker, Ross, Hayden, Tremblay, or Logan. That is not the case. Being in shape is a huge part of snowcross, but it’s not the only thing. If you struggled before with your endurance and now you’ve gotten into shape and can charge hard the whole moto, maybe you just can’t get the ground speed you’re looking for. Or maybe you practice like a demon, but when it comes to race time you can’t seem to put it together. If that’s the case, you need to evaluate your weaknesses and make a plan to overcome them. Maybe hire a local pro to work with you on the sled, or talk with a sports psychologist and come up with a mental preparation plan. Being in shape will help, but you’re only going to be as strong as your weakest link. So take a look at your past season or your last race and come up with a game plan to overcome that weakness, then go out to the next race and get on the box! As always ladies and gentleman, if you have any questions about training, nutrition, or supplements, please let me know. I have heard from quite a few of you over the summer, so keep the emails coming. Find the time to take care of yourself and look at your season, then come up with a game plan for next year and go after it.

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while riding for a fantastic cause. This yearʼs event takes place the weekend of February 4 -6, 2011 at Hidden Valley Resort in Huntsville, Ontario. Ladies, this is our weekend to paint the Muskoka trails pink and get in some magnificent riding! Grab your girlfriends or come alone – we encourage you to come and take part in this event. You will meet an exciting new group of people and make new friendships along the way – you donʼt want to miss out on this! Wanna know more about what happens? This is not just a snowmobile

ride! The event kicks off on the Friday afternoon, allowing you time to get yourself settled in at the resort, meet the registration team and pick up your fundraising incentive gifts, complete with a fabulous goody bag. Prior to the evening festivities, and for those of us who are shopaholics, the pink market is open and full of a variety of vendors with great deals, all supporting the cause. Then, the early evening Friday night MeetʼnʼGreet officially kicks off the event, hosted by Carey Moran from KICX FM. Carey certainly knows how to ramp up the fun and always has some sneaky tricks up her sleeve and ensures that you have a great time! The MeetʼnʼGreet is a great time to meet with other riders or catch up with old friends from previous events. Itʼs complete with dinner, games, prizes, and of course- judging of the decorated bra

contest (everyone is invited to submit their own creation). Feel free to “pink up” the evening any way you want! The excitement builds the following morning as we get ready to ride, after participants are treated to a scrumptious buffet breakfast. When you register for the event, you will be offered a choice of teams to ride with based on your riding ability. The genius of this design is that

there is a team just for you, whether it is your first time riding or if you love to whiz through the trails! While everyone is enjoying the morning and preparing for the amazing ride, a furtive panel of judges are secretly making notes and taking pictures of the snowmobiles which have been decorated for the decorated sled contest. Prior to each teamʼs departure on their designated route in the morning, a heartfelt and energetic opening ceremonies starts off the celebration of the day. Teams will meet up at a 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, generously donated by Jack Summers of Radioworld. Then itʼs time to hit the showers and get ready for the evening ahead. The festivities

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dealers are having a more difficult time keeping the doors open. I would like to thank all of them for their dedication, passion and determination to continuously support organized snowmobiling. We need to support our local dealers or they won't be around to get that part, accessory or service work you may need in the future. I would hate to have to drive 4-5 hours or wait a couple of weeks with my sled down during peak season. The manufactures are closing the gap with the MSRP between different countries, so as you prepare for another season please support those that support us and buy local. In 2011 the NBFSC will be hosting as many “Go Snowmobiling” Rides as possible. We want to get new blood and the people that rode years ago back on the seat and try out our winter sport.

After successful rides in 2008, 2009 and 2010 the NBFSC along with our friends at the Prince Edward Island Snowmobile Association, Snowmobilers Association of Nova Scotia and Well it’s that time again and by now you should Arctic Cat, BRP Ski-Doo, Polaris and Yamaha are have your permit bought and sled ready to roll. excited to get as many people as possible on a With all the hard work and dedication of our volun- snowmobile in 2011. The “Maritime Go teers the trails, groomers and signs should also be Snowmobiling” group has been recognized ready and all of us just waiting for some of Mother internationally for our unique approach and Nature’s White Gold. partnership in promoting this important endeavour. See www.nbfsc.com or I would like to take a few minutes and talk about www.GoSnowmobiling.org our New Brunswick snowmobile dealers. The dealers are another important part of our organization, Hope to see you all on the trails and remember constantly supporting at all levels, from club to that the Groomers always have the right of way. Federation. I have seen more close over the years than opening up. With the economy not the best Jody Tower over the past few years and winters not as long, President , NBFSC

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Eh bien, le temps est venu encore une fois ; vous devriez déjà avoir acheté votre permis et préparé votre machine. Avec tout le bon travail et le dévouement de nos bénévoles, les sentiers, les surfaceuses et la signalisation devraient également être prêts et on attend donc tous pour l’arrivée de l’Or Blanc de Dame Nature. Je veux prendre quelques minutes pour vous parler de nos concessionnaires de motoneige du Nouveau-Brunswick. Les concessionnaires sont une autre partie importante de notre organisation, nous supportant constamment à tous les niveaux, du club jusqu’à la Fédération. J’en ai vu plus fermer leurs portes au fil des ans que de nouveaux qui ouvraient leurs portes. Puisque l’économie n’a pas été souriante au cours des dernières années et avec des hivers moins longs, les concessionnaires ont plus de difficultés à garder leurs portes ouvertes. Je veux les remercier, tous et chacun, pour leur dévouement, leur passion et leur déter-

mination à supporter continuellement la motoneige organisée. Il nous faut supporter nos concessionnaires locaux ou bien ils ne seront plus là pour y obtenir une pièce, un accessoire ou un service d’entretien dont nous pourrions avoir besoin à l’avenir. Ça me déplairait beaucoup d’avoir à faire 4 à 5 heures de route ou bien attendre deux semaines avec une motoneige en panne durant la meilleure partie de la saison. Les manufactures tentent de réduire l’écart avec le PVDM entre différents pays, donc alors que vous vous préparez pour une autre saison, veuillez supporter ceux qui nous supportent et achetez localement. En 2011, la FCMNB va organiser autant de randonnées « À vos motoneiges » que possible. Nous voulons du sang nouveau, ainsi que des anciens motoneigistes, pour remplir les sièges et s’adonner à notre sport d’hiver. Après des randonnées réussies en 2008, 2009 et 2010, la FCMNB, de concert avec nos amis de la “Prince Edward Island Snowmobile Association”, de la “Snowmobilers Association of Nova Scotia”, ainsi que Arctic Cat, BRP SkiDoo, Polaris et Yamaha, nous sommes tous très désireux d’embarquer autant de gens que possible sur une motoneige en 2011. Le groupe “À vos motoneiges” des Maritimes a été reconnu internationalement pour notre approche unique et notre partenariat pour la promotion de cet effort important. Visitez www.nbfsc.com ou bien www.GoSnowmobiling.org J’espère vous voir tous et toutes sur les sentiers et n’oubliez-pas que les surfaceuses ont toujours le droit de passage. Jody Tower Président , FCMNB

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for winter trails only. In fact a private landowner is indemnified from liability by allowing their lands to become managed snowmobile trails with their local club volunteers.

NEW - For the 2011 Snowmobile - Winter Tourism season there have been changes to provincial legislation enacted regarding the operation and riding of your snowmobile. The NBFSC, the province’s snowmobile Trail Manager has developed a new program entitled “Rider Responsibility”. The new program improves the security, viability and long term sustainability of New Brunswick’s winter tourism – snowmobiling. In this communication we felt we would expand upon some of the facts that have led to this significant change in New Brunswick’s snowmobiling.

5. Trail Conditions / Reporting: Snowmobile Trail conditions change constantly. Snowmobilers should never rely on any source of reported trail conditions because so many variables are at play. Temperatures, snowfalls, traffic, the time of year, etc., can change a snowmobile trail’s condition within hours. All provincial snowmobile trails are maintained by many volunteer clubs, therefore one section of the same trail number, i.e., NBFSC #12 is maintained by 11 clubs and starts in Grand Bay, east of Saint John, and ends north of Edmundston at the Quebec trail/border.) It will offer very different conditions, all in the same day. Snowmobilers should also exercise extreme caution by traveling at a speed which would allow them to stop before striking any hazard which the condition of a snowmobile trail could offer. The best trail conditions are when all riders operate as if risks always exist.

RIDER RESPONSIBILITY FACTS: 1. Off Road Vehicle Act; subsection 7.5(2): The New Brunswick Off- Road Vehicle Act (ORVA) was amended in 2010 and is supported by new regulations filed on February 12th 2010. The new legislation provides the province’s assigned Trail Manager (NBFSC) with the same liability protection as the Government of New Brunswick. Stated clearly; subsection 7.5(2) provides the NBFSC, Member Clubs and all snowmobile volunteers the same protection as the Province. 2. Gross Negligence; subsection 7.5(3): Removing the volunteer Federation, volunteer snowmobile clubs and volunteers from liability under the Government’s ORVA does not remove a responsibility for gross negligence, where negligence can be proven. 3. Regular Trail Maintenance: The NBFSC, member clubs and volunteers do their utmost to improve snowmobile trails by regularly maintaining trails with trail signage and trail grooming. Volunteers, primarily groom the 7100 kilometers of NBFSC trails between 15,000 and some seasons 25,000 hours. In 2009-2010 the volunteers in partnership with the National Trails Coalition, ACOA and the Regional Development Corporation invested approximately $1.3 million in to the trails. 4. Private Landowners are Protected: The new legislative amendment will not remove protection for the thousands of private landowners who provide permission to the NBFSC’s volunteers

6. Trail Safety-Always the Rider’s Responsibility: Riding a snowmobile is one of the most exciting, exhilarating and enjoyable activities one can participate in. However riding a snowmobile irresponsibly will lead to injuries and fatalities, almost always attributable to riders taking risks that are a Rider’s Responsibility to prevent. 7. Three Leading Causes of Fatalities: The NBFSC and snowmobilers know the causes of snowmobile injuries and fatalities. The 3leading causes of fatalities in New Brunswick always involve the following circumstances. i. Consuming alcohol and/or drugs with riding a snowmobile. ii. Riding at speeds beyond a rider’s experience and capability. iii.Riding “off trail” versus on authorized trails or riding before and after the snowmobile trails and season opens and closes. In all these cases, the Rider – You, can control the outcome because you can chose to Ride Responsibly, or not. Rider Responsibility Is simply the recognition that snowmobile riders and operators have the best opportunity and primary responsibility to control the outcome of their activities through responsible riding practices.

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Conducteur Responsable Du nouveau – Pour la saison de motoneige – Tourisme d’hiver – 2011, des changements ont été faits à la législation provinciale concernant l’opération et la conduite de votre motoneige. La FCMNB, la ‘Gestionnaire désignée’ des sentiers de motoneige de la province, a préparé un nouveau programme intitulé “Conducteur responsable”. Le nouveau programme améliore la sécurité, la viabilité et la durabilité à long terme du tourisme d’hiver du Nouveau-Brunswick – la motoneige. Dans la présente communication, nous voulons aborder de plus près certains des faits qui ont mené à ce changement important dans la motoneige au Nouveau-Brunswick. FAITS SUR LA RESPONSABILITÉ DES CONDUCTEURS : 1. Loi sur les véhicules hors-route ; sous-section 7,5(2) : La Loi sur les véhicules hors-route du Nouveau-Brunswick (LVHR) fut amendée en 2010 et est supportée par de nouveaux règlements déposés le 12 février 2010. La nouvelle législation accorde à la ‘Gestionnaire désignée des sentiers de motoneige de la province’ (FCMNB) la même protection que le gouvernement du NouveauBrunswick en matière de responsabilité. Autrement dit, la sous-section 7,5(2) confère à la FCMNB, à ses clubs membres et à tous les bénévoles de la motoneige la même protection que la province. 2. Négligence grave ; sous-section 7,5(3) : Retirer la responsabilité de la Fédération bénévole, des clubs de motoneige bénévoles et des bénévoles sous l’égide de la LVHR du gouvernement n’enlève pas pour autant une responsabilité pour négligence grave lorsqu’une telle négligence peut être prouvée. 3. Entretien régulier des sentiers : La FCMNB, ses clubs membres et ses bénévoles font tout ce qu’ils peuvent pour améliorer les sentiers de motoneige en faisant l’entretien régulier des sentiers par la signalisation appropriée et le surfaçage des sentiers. Les bénévoles font le surfaçage des 7 100 kilomètres de sentiers de la FCMNB pendant 15 000 à 25 000 heures selon les saisons. En 20092010, les bénévoles en partenariat avec la Coalition nationale sur les sentiers, l’APÉCA et la Société de développement régional ont investi approximativement 1.3 million $ dans les sentiers. 4. Les propriétaires de terrains privés sont protégés : Le nouvel amendement à la législation ne va pas enlever la protection pour les milliers de propriétaires fonciers qui ont donné permission aux bénévoles de la FCMNB pour des sentiers d’hiver seulement. De fait, un propriétaire foncier est indemnisé de la responsabilité en permettant que ses terres deviennent des sentiers de motoneige aménagés par les bénévoles du club local.

5. Conditions des sentiers / Rapportage : Les conditions des sentiers de motoneige changent constamment. Les motoneigistes ne devraient jamais se fier sur n’importe-quelle source de rapportage des conditions des sentiers parce que tellement de variables sont en jeu. Les températures, les chutes de neige, la circulation, le temps de l’année, etc. peuvent changer la condition d’un sentier de motoneige dans l’espace de quelques heures. Tous les sentiers provinciaux sont entretenus par plusieurs clubs de motoneige ; donc, une section du même sentier, par ex. #12 de la FCMNB, est entretenue par 11 clubs et elle commence à Grand Bay, à l’Est de Saint John, pour se terminer au nord d’Edmundston, à la frontière/sentier du Québec. Le même sentier va donc présenter des conditions différentes, toutes durant la même journée. Les motoneigistes devraient faire très attention en voyageant à une vitesse qui leur permet d’arrêter avant de frapper tout danger que la condition d’un sentier de motoneige pourrait lui présenter. Les meilleures conditions de sentier sont celles où tous les motoneigistes opèrent comme si des risques étaient toujours présents. 6. Sécurité sur les sentiers – Toujours la responsabilité du conducteur : Se promener en motoneige est l’une des activités les plus stimulantes, exaltantes et plaisantes auxquelles on puisse participer. Cependant, conduire une motoneige d’une manière irresponsable va mener à des blessures et à des décès, presque toujours attribuables aux risques pris par des motoneigistes, risques dont le ‘Conducteur est responsable’ de prévenir. 7. Trois principales causes de mortalités : La FCMNB et les motoneigistes connaissent les causes des blessures et des accidents mortels. Les 3 principales causes de mortalité au NouveauBrunswick incluent toujours les circonstances suivantes : iv. Consommer de l’alcool et/ou des drogues en conduisant une motoneige. v. Voyager à des vitesses au delà de l’expérience et de la capacité du conducteur. vi.Conduire “hors des sentiers” au lieu des sentiers autorisés ou bien conduire avant ou après que les sentiers et la saison de motoneige soient ouverts ou fermés. Dans tous ces cas-là, le ‘Conducteur’ (vous) peut contrôler le résultat parce vous pouvez choisir d’être un Conducteur Responsable, ou non. Conducteur Responsable est tout simplement la reconnaissance que les conducteurs et opérateurs de motoneige ont la meilleure opportunité et la responsabilité primaire de contrôler le résultat de leurs activités via des pratiques de conduite responsables.

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528 Hastings St North RR 1, Bancroft, Ont.K0L 1C0 (613) 332-4900 • Fax 613-332-2828 www.bancroftinnandsuites.com Resv 1-888-219-4900 Best rates—free cont’l. breakfast, in-room coffee. Wireless internet. Direct access to trail B106, RAP Circle & beyond. Book a 2 day Circle Tour to Pembroke, with meals and accommodations for $176 ppdo. Plenty of parking space for trailers. Gas & Permits available. Special Snowmobiler Rates. 2 1/2 Star Canada Select rating.

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(613) 332-2474 • Resv. 1-866-BANCROFT • Fax (613) 332-5110 www.bestwestern.com/ca/swordmotorinn 66027@hotel.bestwestern.com DIRECT ACCESS FROM MAIN TRAIL—on rail line trail look for the bridge over the York River right beside the Sword. Only accommodation in Bancroft with 46 rooms & suites, Licensed Family Restaurant, Large Indoor Pool, Gym & Fireplace Suites “13 room” Club building. Free High Speed Internet in all rooms. Trailer parking and plug-ins. Special group, and long stay rates. We cater meals to groups. Only 3 min walk to stores BEST VALUE IN TOWN.

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Tel: (613) 332-4653 E-mail: teeoff@golfriversedge.ca • www.golfriversedge.ca Located in beautiful Bancroft Ontario, River’s Edge Golf Club and Community is within convenient reach of Haliburton, Apsley, Peterborough and Belleville. Carved from 500 acres of wooded terrain with stunning scenery of the Canadian Shield and the Eagle’s Nest Lookout, River’s Edge Golf Club and Community also lies along the York River, a lovely historic river which runs from Algonquin Park to the nature reserve Egan Shutes. All season you will find a variety of activities and events in which you can participate. And of course, there’s the Clubhouse, able to accommodate up to 145 guests, and complete with patio, snack bar, banquet facilities, and bar. Visit us - East on the 401 to Hwy 115. North on Hwy 115 to Hwy 7 East (to Ottawa). Go east on Hwy 7 to Hwy 28 by-pass (formerly 134), head north. Travel north on Hwy 28. Veer north on Hwy 28 at driving range. Go north on Hwy 28 through Apsley to Bancroft.

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Gowganda <SEE MAP ATLAS PG. 13 Auld Reekie Lodge

Gowganda r SEE MAP ATLAS PG. 13 Quick’s Gowganda Lake Lodge

All season cottage resort located 15 minutes north of Huntsville on Clear Lake, 2.5 hours north of Toronto. On the junction of the Seguin Top D trail & Trail 95, snowmobile right our your door! Comfortable,clean and spacious fully equipped housekeeping cottages each with cable TV, electric heating and woodburning stoves, firewood supplied. Seasonal,weekly,weekend or midweek rentals. Ample secluded space for parking trailer,sleds & vehicles. Enjoy snowmobiling,downhill/xcountry sking,skating,shinny, dogsledding, ATV'ing all nearby.

6 Auld Reekie Camp Road, P.O. Box 58 Gowganda, ON P0J 1J0 Hosts: Urs and Diane Brunner Reservation: 1-800-511-1191 info@auldreekielodge.com www.auldreekielodge.com Centrally located between Shinning Tree and Elk Lake right on the A107C Trail in Northeastern Ontario, we offer the finest in accommodations, meals and service. Warm up by the fire in our Licensed Dinning Room, Bar & Grill or heat up in our Wood Burning Sauna or Hot Tub that sits under the stars and milky-way.

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MartinWood Resort is open all year round offering a full range of summer and winter activities. Visit our licensed sports bar, snowmobile on groomed trails, fish, take a swim, explore the lake on one of our canoes or boats, hike, ski, ATV—or simply kick back and enjoy nature at its very best. Suitable for business conferences, special events or family vacations, this pet-friendly resort is located on beautiful Benoir Lake in Haliburton County (west of Bancroft), and comprises over 800 acres of trails and wilderness for your enjoyment. MartinWood Resort & Golf Course is located between Haliburton and Bancroft—just south of Algonquin Park—in Ontario. The nearest town is Harcourt. A newly renovated (2009), heated swimming pool is also available for our guests. ONTARIO

North Bay/Astorville q MAP PG. 18 Cozy Camp Cottages RR #1, 49 Trails End Rd., Corbeil, Ont. P0H 1K0 Phone/Fax (705) 752-2085 • Toll Free-1-877-752-2085 www.cozycampcottages.com Lct 18 miles south-east of North Bay on Lk. Nosbonsing, just off TOP Trail A102D. Modern housekeeping cottages. Fully equipped including microwaves, coffee makers, gas bar-bque's. Rentals by the season, weekly, weekends or mid-week when riding is the Best! Guide Service available. Ice Fishing Packages also available. Snowmobilers serving snowmobilers. Check us out on the web! Your hosts Brian & Diane.

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The Guest House is located on a quiet street in the historic village of Magnetawan. It peeks out at the river close to the Locks joining Lake Cecebe & Ahmic Lake. This large farm style home has been fully renovated: Large bright and fully furnished, pristine rooms, new beds & linens, laundry facilities, parking, secure rooms. Full use of home: living room, large eat in kitchen, parlour, family room & TV. Snowmobile trails just outside your door, hiking trails & over 45 miles of waterways to discover. 1 hour from Parry Sound, North Bay or Huntsville. OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND. Pets are welcome! Rentals: daily, weekly, monthly. Bring your toys and discover the Magnetawan area!

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Located on Kapikog Lake, west of Hwy #69 off Healy Lake Road. With directed access to C trail and only 15 min from Georgian Bay. H&H has been a favourite spot for snowmobilers for over 20 years, known for its great food and friendly atmosphere. 2 bedroom cottages with fireplace and satellite TV, Motel units some with kitchenettes overlooking the lake. Open 6 days a week, closed on Tuesdays.

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(613) 735-0131 pem5@bestpembroke.com Resv 1-800-567-5475 www.bestpembroke.com “ALL INDOOR RECREATION HOTEL”, right off TOP trails A & B, and RAP Circle. Two day Circle Tour Package to Bancroft with meals from only $176.00 ppdo. Local ONE DAY TOURS packages too. Access to Quebec trails. Indoor pool, spa, saunas, massage, fitness ctr., restaurant, lounge, fireplace lobby. In-room coffee, twin vanities, movies, 32" TVs. Fireplace and pool side rooms available. Special Snowmobile Rates from only $65.98 ppdo. Next to 24 HR. Gas. Only Pembroke Hotel on Trails.

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Wawa . SEE MAP ATLAS PG. 11 Wawa Motor Inn

Wiarton SEE MAP ATLAS PG. 28 Gerald Deuchler (Private)

93 Port Severn Road North Port Severn, Ontario L0K 1S0 (705) 538-2502 www.driftwoodcove.com • info@DriftwoodCove.com • Four Season Resort perfect for week or weekend getaways for Snowmobilers, ATV’ers, Fisherman, Cross Country Skiers any outdoor enthusiast • Our cottages and housekeeping units are spacious, cosy & spotlessly clean, great for large or small groups • Located just off Hwy 400 at Port Severn Road North, follow the signs to Driftwood Cove. • Ample parking for trailers and guests • Spectacular well groomed OFSC trails accessible from property, local trail maps available on site

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118 Mission Road, Wawa, Ontario P0S1K0 Tel: 705-856-2278 • Fax: 705-856-2171 Toll Free: 800-561-2278 Email: wawamoto@shawbiz.ca Website: www.wawamotorinn.com Your Superior Vacation Experience featuring 50 main building rooms, 20 cozy log rooms and 18 rustic Chalets with fireplaces. All main building rooms are 100% smokefree. Enjoy fine dining in the Fireside Dining Room and Lounge; home of the largest fireplace in the North. Easily accessible to snow trails and ample parking.

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FR# 444 County Road 9, South Bruce Peninsula RR#6, Wiarton, ON N0H 2T0 519-534-2194 • gpaso69@aol.com Enjoy all the conveniences of home with this 940 Sq ft fully furnished cottage that comfortably sleeps 6. Includes all amenities, fully furnished in compliment to a dishwasher, front load washer & dryer, electric heat & wood stove stocked with cut wood. You can pre-order groceries or shop at the 24hr Supermarket. Large u-shaped driveway, located just 8km north of Wiarton past the corner of Rouse and Bruce Road #9. Climb right on the B107 just 400m from entrance to property, enjoy ice fishing on the bay, and explore Cross-country trails or the Bruce trail. Mountain bike park 2km away, Call for GPS coordinates.

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9428 Route 180 C.P. 602, Bathurst, N.B. E2A 3Z6 Yvette Theriault & Michel Landry (506) 544-6872 Bed and Breakfast. Resources Road 1 Mile after Caribou Mine Open Year Round. Pure Maple Products, Brunch in Maple Season. Relais pour monteneiges et VTT. Snowmobile & ATV Relay. Situated in Northern New Brunswick, Beautiful Rooms with Satellite TV and Internet. 12,000 kilometers of snowmobile trails and ATV Trails. Please call Yvette or Michel for more details.

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WHERE HAVE ALL THE BAD BOYS GONE? The crowd erupted suddenly, rising to their feet and pointing to the far side of the track. I quickly followed their lead, straining to see across the infield of the giant Texas Motor Speedway. Tire smoke and the glistening of crumpled steel parked abruptly against the outside of turn two signaled trouble on the track. The combination of distance, fading sunlight, and the lingering hue of pearl white smoke made it impossible for me to see the drivers involved. I turned my attention to one of three mobile giant screens that lined the front straightaway of the speedway. Here, I could see a driver emerging from the smoke, walking towards the apron of the track with a very determined gate. Standing at the bottom of the track was another driver along with track officials and emergency response personnel. Then as suddenly as the crash itself, it was on. Amid the lingering smoke and white clad NASCAR officials, the two scuffled punches were thrown and almost assuredly several not so pleasant words were exchanged. The crowd erupted from their slumber with cheers, jeers, and beer slogged high fives. The confrontation between Jeff Gordon and Jeff Burton turned out to be the highlight of the race. To be honest, I’m a casual NASCAR fan at best, so aside from watching the brightly colored cars log 500 miles on the 1.5 mile track at speeds in excess of 180 miles per hour, I was somewhat oblivious to any of the behind the scenes story lines, points chases, or rivalries that may have been playing out, on or off the track. However, I do know that a driver like Jeff Gordon is the type that many NASCAR fans love to hate. Gordon is incredibly talented and has proven so with a multitude of victories and championships. He’s also portrayed by NASCAR fans as a whiner, a prima donna, and a pretty boy who never earned his good ol’ boy stripes. No matter, when Gordon attempted to lay some wood down on Burton, all 140,000 plus fans in the Texas Motor Speedway, and everywhere else for that matter, were Gordon fans on both sides of the fence. Gordon, along with other NASCAR drivers including Tony Stewart, Kyle Busch, Juan Pablo Montoya and new comer Brad Keselowski are known as NASCAR bad boys; drivers who are not afraid to stir it up, on and off the track. They are at times charismatic, yet not afraid to show their emotions, using words, sheet metal and even at times, their fists to get their point across… and fans love them!

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It’s a formula of good versus evil that has played out successfully in everything from cartoons to movies to sports and beyond. And it’s an ingredient desperately missing from the current national snocross environment. While both the Canadian Snowcross Racing Association (CSRA) and the International Series of Champions (ISOC) snocross organizations feature some of the most talented racers in the world. The confrontations and story lines created by allowing bad boys to be bad, and cultivating a good versus evil atmosphere are hard to find. Drivers like Tucker Hibbert or Ross Martin could be poster boys for school crossing guard of the year, and there’s nothing wrong with that. In fact, I applaud their values and respect their humble approach to the sport. Yet, I want to also cheer for the Evil Plankton of snocross who wants to steal the secret recipe from the Crusty Crab, and rule the world. What I want and what snocross needs is the next Chris Vincent. By all accounts, Vincent was the second best snocross rider on tour during the late 1990s and the first part of the new millennium. His chief rival and the man to beat was none other than Blair Morgan. Vincent was fast, confrontational, and carried an aura about him that simply made him a must watch whenever he took to the track. He raced at times with reckless abandon, determined to win or crash trying. In the 1999 Winter X Games, he earned himself a gold medal in front of his key rival, Blair Morgan. Vincent had a swagger about him that was as large as his muscular frame, and he brought that swagger with him onto the track. If Vincent was in the race you simply knew something was about to happen, good or bad. Few who were in attendance at Canterbury Park in 1999 will forget the epic battle that shaped up between Morgan and Vincent as they exchanged positions lap after lap, marking each other jump for jump, and the piercing glares that shot out like lasers from Vincent’s goggles at his arch rival. The tension and energy between good and evil were at their height during that race, and while few remember that Morgan eventually won, everyone remembers the battle. Personally, it was one of the most memorable snocross races I may have witnessed, and I’ve seen plenty. While good prevailed, it was the drama that unfolded and expectations of more to come that kept me fixated on the national tour for the entire season. In just two weeks, I’ll be standing trackside for the 19th Annual Duluth National Snocross, excited to watch the kick-off to another season. I’ll be openly wishing the best to all the racers, quietly cheering for my favorites and friends, and silently longing for the return of a bad boy of snocross.

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Co-Owner of Bikeman Performance along with partner Erich Long Established in 2004, Osceola, Wisconsin Makers of high performance parts and accessories for Arctic Cat, Polaris and Ski-Doo www.bikemanperformance.com Last snowmobile ride you took? Yamaha Nytro with a wheel kit in the Glamis Sand Dunes Last thing you had to eat? Chocolate Chip Muffin Last band you listened to on your iPod? Hoobastank. Last potential great idea you had? We built a freestyle compound at our shop. Last thing you just sold? A Bikeman bolt-on performance kit worth an additional 20-horsepower for the Polaris 800 Dragon. Last time you went over 100mph? Driving home from the Detroit snowmobile show. Last near death experience? Driving home from the Detroit snowmobile show. Last injury you had? Slammed my finger in the ramp of my sled deck a few weeks ago. Itʼs still black and blue. Last product you worked on? Bikeman RZR Turbo Kit Last animal you petted? My cat Jack. Heʼs a gansta Cat because you only see him when heʼs hungry. Last time you lied? When I got pulled over driving home from the Detroit snowmobile show. Last movie you watched? Bad Santa – “You want me to make you some samichas?” Last time you threw up? Stillwater, Minnesota Lumberjack Days; July 23rd at approximately 4:30am… Donʼt ask me what I drank; ask me what I didnʼt. Last wrench you used? Half-inch, who needs the Dewey Decimal system? Last time you were lost? Trapp shooting last week, lost 23-20. Last book you read? Kirby Puckett biography. Last time you felt butterflies? When a buddy of mine told me he had cancer. Last beer you drank? Coors Light, Saturday at Luckyʼs in Novi, Michigan. Yes the mountains were blue. Last time you pulled an all-nighter? Lumberjack Days in Stillwater for my 30th birthday…yeah, the same night I puked. Last celebrity you met? Judge Joe Brown – I was on the show and won. Wish Joe Brown had been with me when I got my speeding ticket. Last thing you raced? My truck at a stoplight, unfortunately I lost. Last vacation you were on? Cancun Mexico. Last time you got ripped off? This summer someone broke in my truck and took my wallet. Found it a few days later in a grocery bag with about ten others on someoneʼs doorstep 10 miles away.

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