2017 Thundercat from Cat.
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Unleashing of the new 2017 snowmobiles

The Big Four have released their new 2017 sleds, and here they are, all in one place.

by Kirsten Armleder
Tucker Hibbert at the podium.
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Hibbert records a win at rough Chicago Snocross National

Despite some challenges on the course, Hibbert manages to cinch a win on the Route 66 Raceway

Snowmobilers in the Cariboo region are one step closer to completion of the Gold Rush Snowmobile Trail. Not only is the new bridge over Moffat Creek open, but new signs with trail names and maps were installed allowing for safer public use.
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New bridge links Gold Rush Snowmobile Trail

Currently, the Gold Rush Snowmobile Trail stretches approximately 259 kilometres from 70 Mile House to Horsefly.

Hibbert was in top form Friday night winning both his qualifying rounds and the final.
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Hibbert takes double wins at Ram Trucks Snocross National in Michigan

Despite some challenges on the course, Hibbert manages to hold on to his winning streak.

Winners of the Iron Dog race.
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Monster weekend for Ski-Doo X-Team Racers

Wins were collected from events all over North America.

The new B-TX LE is based on a pure mountain sled with special features aimed at sea level back country riding.
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Yamaha unveils drastically increased performance levels for 2017 sleds

The Sidewinder takes the lead as Yamaha’s new flagship snowmobile.

ice scratchers for snowmobile skis
Gear

Cool & Lube Up-Front Ski Scratchers

Cool & Lube Up-Front Ski Scratchers bolt onto the skis of your snowmobile to provide more lubrication and cooling than rear rail-mounted scratchers.

by Kirsten Armleder
Athabasca, AB

Annual rally in Athabasca, Alberta, a success

Snow levels were down but spirits were high at the Athabasca River Runners’ annual snowmobile rally on February 20, 2016.

by Kirsten Armleder
Two sledders stopped on a snow-covered trail near Whitecourt, Alberta.
Meet the Rider

Dwight Steenhart

by Kimberly Shellborn
Sneak peek graphic for snowmobile tour.
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Model Year 2017 snowmobile Sneak Peek Tour announced

Yamaha, Ski-Doo and Polaris have teamed up to showcase their latest 2017 snowmobile models with tours planned across the U.S and Canada.

Rider on snowmobile.
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BRP revolutionizes snowmobiling with debut of new Ski-Doo Rev Platform and 850 E-TEC engine

This new platform/engine combination pushes the limits of innovation and creativity to unmatched levels.

Corin Todd on snowmobile.
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Polaris Snocrosser Corin Todd takes third in Snocross at 2016 Winter X Games to earn bronze medal

Alaska native Paul Thacker earns a silver medal in Adaptive Snocross at the Winter X Games.

Snowmobiling safety

Avalanche skills and mountain riding safety for sledders

Here is a list of snowmobile-specific avalanche safety training providers in B.C. and Alberta.

by Kirsten Armleder
Owner/operator of Summit Mountain Guides David Lussier inspecting students gear on the first day of classes.
Snowmobiling safety, Nelson and Kaslo, BC

What to expect in an AST 1 course

The AST 1 course offered by many certified guides across western Canada

by Mason Buettner
Levi LaVallee celebrates after winning Red Bull Snow Boundaries in Elk River, MN, USA on 20 February, 2016.
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Snocross legend Levi LaVallee wins inaugural Red Bull Snow Boundaries Race in Elk River, MN

4,800 spectators witness a snowmobiling spectacle of more than 220 competitors at ERX Motor Park.

Snowmobilers parked on a foggy day.
Meet the Rider

Peter Brown

The winner of last month’s Hotshot contest and the Avalanche Rescue Workshop from Zac’s Tracs Avalanche Training was Peter Brown of Airdrie, Alberta.

by Kirsten Armleder
A Grizzly ATV with a Camoplast 4TS track conversion kit.
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A visit to Yamaha Motors head office

Writer Keith Powell had the opportunity to visit the big city of Toronto recently, and stopped in at the Yamaha head office.

by Keith Powell
Susan Lohrer experiencing her first creek drainage stuck with a helping hand from her sled sister Trish Drinkle.
SledLife, Creston, BC

Ladies’ Ride at the Playground

Susan Lohrer tried snowmobiling for the first time

by Susan Lohrer
Teaser ad campaign for Ski-Doo's 2017 lineup.
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Ski-Doo teases the industry with glimpse at 2017 lineup

The 2017 Ski-Doo global product launch will be revealed at 7:30pm on the evening of February 22nd.