Available in the 2011 Ski-Doo line-up, the first engine of this family, the Rotax 600 ACE (Advanced Combustion Efficiency) engine delivers outstanding fuel economy at *29 miles per gallon (8 L/100 km) with a fuel range of 310 miles or 500 kilometres. And its lower emissions (8 g/kw-hr HC and 90 g/kw-hr CO ) surpassRead More
New Model Release: Ski-Doo 2011
Our neighbors to the North are arguably sitting in the driver’s seat in the marketplace and they don’t seem to be giving much leeway to the others. In a tight economy with near excellent snow conditions, Ski-Doo continues to step up the game for 2011. What’s New First it was the 600 SDI, and thenRead More
The Arctic Cat Z1 Turbo EXT Was My Idea?
Every once in a while along comes a standout snowmobile. It’s the kind of sled that feels like it was built just for me. This year it’s the Z1 Turbo EXT from Arctic Cat. I had the opportunity to ride one for a long weekend and being away from snowmobiling for a few years,Read More
Cardo Systems Announces scala rider G4 Bluetooth
Cardo Systems, Inc., the world’s market leader in wireless Bluetooth communications for helmet headsets, today announced the availability of its new scala rider® G4™, the most feature-rich vehicle-to-vehicle Bluetooth headset available on the market today. From compatibility with any number of Bluetooth-enabled devices to its embedded FM radio, mobile phone support and voice activation, theRead More
2011 Model Release: Polaris 800 Pro RMK 155
Polaris has decided to roll out their 2011 models with a couple of teasers, and not to be outdone by the flatlander’s Rush 800 Pro-R, they are introducing the 2011 800 Pro RMK 155. It’s not called Rush, but it includes a lot of Rush technology and good looks. We’ll give you a closer lookRead More
2011 Model Release: Polaris 800 Rush Pro-R
You knew it was coming. Polaris releases the first of a series of releases for their 2011 model year and to top the list is the 2011 800 Rush Pro-R. The Polaris Rush, which debuted last year, is now available with their 800 Cleanfire twin 2-stroker. Pro-Ride Last year the Rush was introduced as aRead More
New Model Release: 2011 Yamaha
It seems like just yesterday the 2010 models were introduced. The years seem to go by so fast, and we’ve barely gotten to ride the 2010 demo sleds. Today, Yamaha introduces its 2011 models and while a lot of is status quo, they’ve got an updated model that simply rocks! 2011 Apex The buzz thatRead More
Assault Shocks with Dive-Tek Crossover Kit
Contributed by Pat Stadick. Ride easy or don’t ride at all certainly defines these revolutionary new Assault Shocks and Dive-Tek Crossover Kit that separates Team Fast from their competitors. At first glance, the Assault Shocks installed with the Dive-Tek Crossover Kit uses technology that is currently being used in the big 18-wheelers that are onRead More
Klim Valdez Parka and Togwotee Bib Review
When I was asked to try the new Klim Valdez parka along with their Togwotee bib, I jumped at the chance. I’ve always thought the Klim gear was “cool”, but I admit that I’ve always thought it was out of reach for my budget. I was really excited to review their gear, but then IRead More
Calibrate Your Yamaha Suspension
Suspensions are often a neglected component on a snowmobile. If you just bought a snowmobile or if you’re going to the dealer to pick up your new sled, chances are the suspension isn’t calibrated to you or your riding style. This is an area where we feel the dealer should go over the suspension withRead More
