Patrick's Articles
December 22nd, 2020 | Patrick Winlsow
Farewell Salute To My Favourite Gloves
Over the last half decade, I’ve worn these, my favourite gloves, more than any others. That's why they deserve a farewell salute.
December 23rd, 2019 | Patrick Winlsow
Avalanche Airbag Inflation Systems – What’s the Difference? Compressed Gas vs Battery vs Supercapacitor
There are several different types of avalanche airbag inflation systems available on the market today from brands such as Highmark, PIEPS, Scott, Orotovox, Klim, BCA and Black Diamond.
August 15th, 2019 | Patrick Winlsow
Looking Back, Moving Forward – MSM Issue 15
Mountain sledding has come a long way from its humble beginnings nearly 50 years ago, and Mountain Sledder Issue 15 is in part a celebration of that accomplishment.
May 15th, 2019 | Patrick Winlsow
What Is the Future of Mountain Snowmobile Technology?
Mountain sleds have come a long way in the last 15 years. In that time, they’ve evolved from glorified trail sleds into specialized, mountain-slaying weapons. But just when sledders might begin to…
March 15th, 2019 | Patrick Winlsow
First Ride! 2020 Ski-Doo Summit Expert
Mountain Sledder had the opportunity to go for a first ride aboard one of the new 2020 Ski-Doo Summit X Expert Package models. Here's our thoughts on the new model.
January 6th, 2019 | Patrick Winlsow
5 Snowmobile Photography Tips That Have Nothing to Do with Your Camera Settings
Want to get better at shooting sledding this winter? Well, there are a million tutorials out there on what camera settings to use to get better action shots. But none of them…
October 26th, 2018 | Patrick Winlsow
Buying a Used Sled — Do’s and Don’ts
Most guys don’t go out and buy a brand new F-350 Super Duty for their first set of wheels. It’s usually more like a rusty Madza 323 with a leaky gas tank,…
September 19th, 2018 | Patrick Winlsow
5 Reasons Why “Your Sled Sucks” Comments Have Gotta Go
You guys, c'mon, the never-ending negativity is the equivalent of blaring Chinese Democracy on the stereo over and over, on repeat...FOREVER. Even if you thought that album was good at one time (I didn't…
June 28th, 2018 | Patrick Winlsow
The Best Sled Is the One That’s Best for You
Does this mean the best sled is the one you’re currently riding? Possibly. But there’s also a solid chance that it isn’t. So, why would anyone choose to ride a snowmobile that’s…
February 14th, 2018 | Patrick Winlsow
Avalanche Start Zone – You Might Be in Harm’s Way and Not Even Know It
A group of five riders was lingering directly in the runout of several large avalanche paths, unaware of the danger above them in the avalanche start zone.