Dave Norona

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Dave Norona is Professional Adventure Athlete from North Vancouver/Whistler B.C. He has competed in over 400 human powered adventurer races around the world in over 10 different sports. In 2005, Dave retired from full time racing and now spends his winters riding for Ski-Doo/BRP and Genuine Guide Gear in search of big powder days on sleds and skis.

During the summer, he rides for Marin Bikes and Shimano and Beta Trials and Enduro bikes and a host of other sponsors. Dave's passion is spreading the joy outdoor sports create for all users, so get out there and have some fun! Read more about him and his adventures at Norona Life.

Contact Dave Norona.

Sled Tech

5 tips for buying a used snowmobile

Here is a checklist of what to consider and what to look for when you’re buying a used sled

by Dave Norona
Gear

Supertrac multi-purpose tie-down system

Supertrac is a multi-purpose, fully adjustable tie-down anchor system for use anywhere you need to secure cargo.

by Dave Norona
A GoPro photo looking back at a yellow Summit T3 sled and Dave Norona.
Sled Tech

Ski-Doo: changing the game once again

What you should know about Ski-Doo’s new 2015 Summit X with T3 Package

by Dave Norona
A Ski-Doo XM parked in an open meadow.
Shuswap, BC

Off the sled tracks

Ski-Doo backcountry expert Dave Norona discovered epic snowmobiling in the Shuswap Highlands on a December 2013 sled trip.

by Dave Norona
The T-Motion suspension on a 2014 Ski-Doo Freeride.
Sled Tech

Understanding Ski-Doo’s T-Motion suspension

Understanding Ski-Doo’s T-Motion suspension

by Dave Norona
Gear

EarthX lithium battery

Product information on EarthX lithium battery for motorbikes, snowmobiles and ATVs.

by Dave Norona
A photo of two guys riding tandem on a snowmobile.
SledLife

The art of sled-skiing

Using a snowmobile to chairlift yourself into amazing skiing and snowboarding terrain

by Dave Norona
Gear

ABS Avalanche Airbag review

Tips and advice on ABS Avalanche Airbags from backcountry professional Dave Norona.

by Dave Norona
A woman on a yellow sled with an ABS airbag pack.
Snowmobiling safety

Avalanche airbag packs for sledders

They are designed to help you survive an avalanche but they do not make you invincible.

by Dave Norona
People milling around a green arctic cat and an orange and white arctic cat.
SledLife

Hay Days 2013 photo gallery

Here are some photos that SnoRiders contributing writer and Ski-Doo brand ambassador Dave Norona brought back for us from Hay Days 2013.

by Dave Norona
Shuswap, BC

Seeking a new sledding adventure in the Shuswap backcountry

Seeking a new sledding adventure in the Shuswap backcountry.

by Dave Norona