Our final day at Snow Shoot 2012 was with all the Crossover snowmobiles from Arctic Cat, Polaris, Ski-Doo and Yamaha. The longer-track, trail sleds is one of the fastest growing segments of snowmobiling. Here is a video of the staging area this morning before taking off to ride: A couple of photos during our ride:Read More
Snow Shoot Update: Day 3
Our third day at Snow Shoot was filled with mountain riding. We rode the 2012 sleds from Arctic Cat, Polaris, Ski-Doo and Yamaha. At 8400 feet, the weather was beautiful and a great day for riding.
Snow Shoot Update: Day 2
Today was our day for the 2012 trail performance sleds. This morning we rode the 600 class snowmobiles and this afternoon we rode the 800 class machines. The new rMotion rear suspension from Ski-Doo works precisely as it should. 2102
Snow Shoot Update: Day 1
This morning we rode all the 2012 touring sleds and rode entry level trail sleds this afternoon. The weather is 20 degrees and sunny. Stay posted for more updates and exclusive video on all the hot models.
Sportech Speed Guard "The Deuce" Hand Guards
The Deuce Speed Guard hand guards from Sportech are a brand new design made from lightweight material that are over-sized for maximum hand protection. The unique design allows the guard itself to be mounted on different hardware for different applications; from snocross to trail and even your ATV! Sportech engineered this hand guard using aRead More
Follow Us at Snow Shoot 2012
Every year at this time, the MaxSled team heads out West to ride, evaluate and photograph all the new snowmobile models coming for the following season. It sounds like a tough assignment, right? Even though it is long days and a lot of work for our staff, it is a great time and we alwaysRead More
Back in the Saddle Again
It has been a few years since I’ve written a column for MaxSled and I have to admit, it is good to be back. Since Shane and I started MaxSled 11 years ago a lot has happened that my business and family priorities didn’t allow me to give the publication as much as I wantedRead More
Snowmobiling Memories and New Riders
In the past few years between the media and manufactures we’ve had many round table discussions on how to sell more snowmobiles and how to get more enthusiasts into the sport. Some blame the snow conditions, others will say it’s too expensive or simply that they don’t have the time. Though these are all legitimateRead More
My 2012 Snowmobile Model Predictions
As sledders, we all dream of the future, even though today’s sleds are more than suitable for winter enjoyment. It almost seems ungrateful for wishing for more when our snowmobile cup runneth over, but it’s a curse of sledders none-the-less. So here are my predictions (and maybe some wishes) for the upcoming 2012 models (keepRead More
What’s Hot and Not for 2011 – HOT – Thunder Products ABC Kit
Thunder Products continues with their simple solutions to performance problems with their brand new A.B.C. Kit for Arctic Cat drive clutches. Did you know that a replacement Arctic Cat drive clutch can cost almost $500? A lot of people aren’t aware that their Arctic clutch is worn, and a worn clutch can make a hugeRead More
