We’ve raved about the Twin Spar chassis since its second year (the first year we were unsure), and the Cat 800 motor revs so quick it almost feels like a 600. All told the F8 is probably Arctic Cat’s best 2-stroke package, but they went one better for 2011 and put a longer track underRead More
MaxSled Snowmobile Review: 2011 Ski-Doo MX Z E-TEC 800R
And now, ladies and gentlemen, the engine you’ve all been waiting for…the one, the only, E-TEC 800R!! (The room fills with deafening applause, screams and whistles – the engine takes a bow). Yes, when the E-TEC 600 came out, we all asked “when is the 800 coming?” to which the representatives at Ski-Doo would sayRead More
2011 Pink Ribbon Ride Minnesota
As is always the case, the Annual Pink Ribbon Ride in Minnesota was a blast. This fifth year we had more people and raised more money than ever.
MaxSled Snowmobile Review: A Home Run For Polaris
We were promised that the 800 Cleanfire we experienced on the 2011 800 Assault Switchback last spring would be the same exact powerplant offered in the production models and guess what; Polaris delivered and actually hit this one out of the park. The Rush is a great sled and we love the looks, but putting thisRead 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
MaxSled Mods: 2010 Arctic Cat F8 Sno Pro
I can’t believe we have already got good snow here in central Minnesota. As usual I’ve got to get my sled just right for me. Personalization is important and making the sled fit me helps me enjoy riding it even more. This year I’ll be riding a 2010 F8 Sno Pro Arctic Cat. At 6’-5”Read More
MaxSled Review: 2011 Yamaha Apex
When Yamaha sets its sights, they aim high. There’s no doubt that the best-built sled on the market is a Yamaha, but the 2011 Apex takes it to the next level. We’re talking power steering and 4-stroke exhaust valve technology, and neither one should be taken lightly. We first rode the new Yamaha back inRead More
First Ride on the 2011 Arctic Cat F8 Sno Pro and Ski-Doo Renegade X E-TEC 800
It’s been a number of years since I’ve been able to ride much before Christmas, and equally a number of years since my friend was able to ride with me. We grew up riding snowmobile together and he recently moved back into the neighborhood after living a couple hours away.
MaxSled Destinations: “Road Trip”!
Now I know for some of you that phrase conjures up fond or maybe not so fond memories from college days, Spring Break, or trips to Vegas. But when those 2 words dropped in to my cell phone via text message in early January from one of my riding buddies I knew it could meanRead More
