Hus-Ski
Barrie Graham, who resides in Arundel, Quebec, is a long-time Hus-Ski enthusiast. As such, he has many years of experience with and knowledge of these classic beauties. SnoRiders is pleased to publish his articles about each model, along with repair tips and much of Hus-Ski's storied history. If you have any questions regarding Bolens Hus-Ski sleds, Graham is happy to provide answers. Send your inquiries to info@kpimedia.com with "Hus-Ski question" in the subject line.
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New isn’t always better
The snow was flying when Hus-Ski slid into 1965. Design changes were again at the forefront of their new model but this time it was a wholesale change to the classic design. I can only surmise why the company abandoned their old style but they thought they were on a new and better track.
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Hus-Ski clutch maintenance
Spring is here and therefore it is time to do a little maintenance on your favourite Hus-Ski.
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Igniting the model 400
The story of Hus-Ski's third and more powerful production machine.
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Hus-Ski model 200
The Hus-Ski model “200” is a term which has been used loosely to describe a snow machine built by Hus-Ski Ltd., which was a subsidiary of Johnson Wire Products Limited.
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Reliving the past
Perched on the shores of a frozen lake near a town that was hushed with the fresh fallen snow, were 17 Hus-Ski sleds ready to stir the morning air with their roar and make the snow fly.
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How to replace jack shaft bearings
To be sure I help you with the right parts, I will refer to them by the name given in the parts manual.
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A Snow Traveller is born
Having completed several years of prototype testing, the McOuats, manufacturers of Hus-Ski snowmobiles, were ready to start production of their snowmachine.
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A history of Hus-Skis
The McOuat brothers were so impressed by the Hus-Ski's manoeuvreability and safety factors compared to other similar vehicles that they undertook to manufacture the Goulet brothers' vehicles commercially.
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Hooked on Hus-Skis
I inherited my first Hus-Ski when I was 12 years old. My uncle had driven his Hus-Ski Snow Traveller to his isolated cottage and he was not able to start the machine, so I trudged back to his car through the snow.