Take splendid snowmobile pics with these marvellous tips
Darryl Gershman, snowmobile ice oval racing photographer, displays his best action shots from CPTC Raceplex in Beausejour, Manitoba
by Kyle BornKyle Born
Kyle Born enjoys writing in an engaging way as if you were having a conversation with him. He specializes in storytelling and isn’t afraid of asking the hard questions such as, “Where is your bathroom? I really need to go.” Kyle has held a variety of job titles through the years: radio announcer, voice actor, English teacher, delivery driver, missionary, wedding DJ, comedian and several other things that he may have forgotten because his memory isn’t always the best which is why he writes things down. Kyle is from Abbotsford, B.C., but now lives in Cranbrook, B.C. with his super-amazing wife, Becky. They don’t have any pets because Kyle has allergies but if he sees you walking your dog he will stop and pet it because dogs are cool.
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Nakusp, BC
What to do when it comes to caribou
Mark Aeichele, president of the Arrow Lakes Ridge Riders in Nakusp, B.C., voluntarily closed popular riding trails after spotting caribou tracks
by Kyle Born
Nakusp, BC
Nakusp, B.C.: A little gem in the mountains
The president of the Arrow Lakes Ridge Riders, Mark Aeichele, highlights his top snowmobiling recommendations in Nakusp, B.C.
by Kyle Born
Creston, BC
How to handle caribou, ENGOs and other obstacles on the trail
Josh Salzmann, president of Kokanee Country Snowmobile Club in Creston, B.C., discusses how the club secured a new land access permit
by Kyle Born
Meet the Rider,
Nipawin, SK
Tinkering away until race day is the best way to keep opponents at bay
Brennan Boxall, ice oval racer from Nipawin, Saskatchewan, modifies his sleds to podium-finishing results
by Kyle Born
Whistler, BC
How to save your favourite snowmobile riding area
Ryan Thorley, leader of Save Sproatt in Whistler, B.C., has advice for individuals and clubs facing challenging public land use issues
by Kyle Born
Gear
BOOST your inner RENEGADE with some FUEL from FXR
FXR has a lineup of stylish new jackets that includes BOOST, FUEL and RENEGADE
by Kyle Born
Northern Manitoba
Flin Flon: A chill place to sled at your own pace
Dwayne Wenger, Border Explorers Snowmobile Club co-ordinator and groomer operator, suggests riders take it easy in Flin Flon, Manitoba
by Kyle Born
Fort McMurray, AB
The Bean family are recreating what once was in Fort McMurray, Alberta
Fort McMurray’s Bean family has won the 2018 CCSO National Excellence Award for Snowmobile Family for their tireless dedication through fire and fury
by Kyle Born
Cranbrook, BC
8 wicked pics (and 2 rad vids) from CBK-X Winter Blitzville
Check out these snowy shots from Winter Blitzville in Cranbrook, B.C.
by Kyle Born
Swan River, MB
Dedication leads to recognition for Manitoba groomer operator Jim Cottingham
Jim Cottingham is the 2018 Canadian Council of Snowmobile Organization’s National Excellence Award winner for Groomer Operator of the Year
by Kyle Born
Gear,
Cranbrook, BC
Winterize your ATV—add tracks!
Doug Williamson, president of the Kootenay Rockies ATV Club and charter member of the Cranbrook Snowmobile Club, outlines how to attach tracks to an ATV
by Kyle Born
Crowsnest Pass, AB
Raising youngsters to be braaping buddies in Crowsnest Pass, Alberta
Kelsey Poelt, president of the Crow Snow Riders in Crowsnest Pass, Alberta, is passing on her passion for sledding to the next generation
by Kyle Born
Nelson and Kaslo, BC
Billy Stevens shoots for the stars, sleds and scenic views in Nelson, B.C.
Billy Stevens, a snowmobile backcountry photographer, has built up a reputation and following for his magnificent photography skills in Nelson, B.C.
by Kyle Born
Sicamous, BC
This Enderby, B.C., family’s commitment to snowmobiling is outstanding
Justin Evans is head of an Outstanding Snowmobile Family, an award given by the British Columbia Snowmobile Federation
by Kyle Born
Westlock, AB
Dale Davis is the last of his kind in Westlock, Alberta
Dale Davis, lifetime member of the Pembina Driftbusters in Westlock, Alberta, is the Alberta Snowmobile Association’s Outstanding Snowmobiler of the Year
by Kyle Born
Hudson Bay, SK
Hudson Bay: Come for the variety, stay for the steak
Richard Dolezsar, director and trail committee chair of the Hudson Bay Trail Riders snowmobile club, recommends some of the best places to explore in Hudson Bay
by Kyle Born
Meet the Rider,
British Columbia
The man, the myth, the legend: Snowmobiling gold-medalist Brett Turcotte
Brett Turcotte, snowmobiler and two-time X Games gold medalist, has overcome a near-death experience to bring death-defying feats to the masses
by Kyle Born
Snowmobiling safety,
Regina, SK
Are you up for the 250 Crusade challenge?
John Maczko, operations director and chief pilot for the Canadian Rescue Hovercraft Pilots Association in Regina, Saskatchewan, is calling on crusaders
by Kyle Born
SledLife
Safe Riders! Chapter 13: Snowmobiler Ethics
The International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association has released a 13-chapter video series on YouTube about snowmobiling and safety
by Kyle Born
