Picture of avalanche.
SnoRiders Insider, British Columbia

New, innovative $2.1 million in avalanche technology for Trans-Canada Highway near Revelstoke

Remote Avalanche Control Systems (RACS) will be installed near Three Valley Gap, allowing 24-hour avalanche control in any weather condition.

Picture of vintage Herters snowmobile sitting in tall grass.
Old Sled Zone

Old Sled Sighting — Herter’s snowmobiles shipped in a wooden crate to your door

In their heyday, Herter’s Outdoor Wholesale Catalog was legendary – selling everything from fishing tackle, rifles and, of course, snowmobiles.

Brandon Barrett spreads his arms like an eagle as he soars over a huge jump.
Columbia Valley, BC

Deep in the trees and high in the sky

Brandon Barrett is a technical rider who’s also known around Radium Hot Springs for his huge air antics.

by Trish Drinkle
Picture of snowmobiler riding along snowy trail.
SnoRiders Insider

BRP appoints MediaCom North American new media agency of record

The appointment follows a competitive review and includes all media strategy, planning and buying.

Sean Maxwell carves a steep line into a sidehill in Valemount.
Valemount, BC

Do you have an “I know Maxwell” shirt?

Meet Sean Maxwell, Valemount’s most well-known backcountry rider and the area’s unofficial ambassador for Ski-Doo.

by Trish Drinkle
Tucker Hibbert gives his Team 68 a big thumbs up for raising over $10,000 for the Minnesota Walk for Wishes event.
SnoRiders Insider

Tucker Hibbert’s Team 68 helps Make-A-Wish Minnesota

Team 68 participated in a 5K walk/run at Minnehaha Park in Minnesota.

Picture of a restored Moto-Ski snowmobile. The colour is red.
Old Sled Zone

Old Sled Sighting—Another Moto-Ski classic, this one in showroom condition

This orange wonder was spotted at a snowmobile convention, fully restored and looking like the true classic it is.

The Scoop

Then and now: confessions of a mountain rider

Here are 11 confessions related to avalanche safety, winter survival and backcountry preparedness from B.C. sledder Trish Drinkle.

by Trish Drinkle
Kids at the snowmobile shelter in Edson.
Yellowhead County, AB

Meet the Edson Snow Seekers

Looking after the trails around Yellowhead County, the Edson Snow Seekers are an amazing asset.

by Danielle Cameron
Picture of Amsoil Grease Gun kit
SnoRiders Insider

AMSOIL launches new deluxe grease gun kit

The new AMSOIL Deluxe Grease Gun Kit comes complete with everything needed for smooth, mess-free application.

Crowsnest Pass, AB

Club Profile: Crow Snow Riders

Since 1991, members of the Crow Snow Riders have been turning the Crowsnest Pass into an award-winning Alberta snowmobile destination.

by Kirsten Armleder
Three sleds and two riders stopped on the snowy trails in Hudson Bay.
Hudson Bay, SK

Club profile: Hudson Bay Trail Riders

The Hudson Bay Trail Riders have been making some of Saskatchewan’s best on- and off-trail riding opportunities more accessible since 1989.

by Kirsten Armleder
Picture of two old snowmobiles sitting amongst long weeds and grass.
Old Sled Zone

Old Sled Sighting – Miami Vice versus Miami Mice: What is it?

Ski-Doo 340, Polaris 340, Arctic Cat 340 or Kawasaki 340 Drifter – hard to tell. Can one of our readers solve the mystery?

by Keith Powell
A group of snowmobilers standing by their sleds near a warm up shelter.
Nipawin, SK

Club profile: Twin Lakes Trail Blazers

The Twin Lakes Trail Blazers is a hard-working snowmobile club with a longstanding history in the Nipawin area.

by Kirsten Armleder
Joel Basaraba, new Marketing Coordinator at Yahama Canada.
SnoRiders Insider

Yamaha Canada appoints new Marketing Coordinator

Joel Basaraba has been appointed to the position as Marketing Coordinator for Yamaha Canada with specialization in ATV, SSV and snowmobile products.

Picture of Grayson holding up package of LEGO.
SnoRiders Insider

Assembling an Arctic Snowmobile, inspiring a future rider

The Lego Arctic Snowmobile kit was the perfect project for 'Papa' and his grandson

by Keith Powell
A group of Alaskan snowmobilers riding down a snowy mountain trail.
SnoRiders Insider, Alaska

Snowmobiler and ATVer input needed in Alaska

The National Park Service is soliciting public comments on actions proposed for a wilderness stewardship plan for the Wrangell St. Elias National Park

Picture of old yellow Ski-Doo Elan on flatbed truck.
Old Sled Zone

Old Sled Sighting: 1970’s Ski-Doo Elan, a wounded warrior

Thanks to its simplicity and smart design, the Ski-Doo Elan was a popular model of snowmobile for over 25 years.