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BRP Launches Rotax Electric Powerpack Racing Kart

Enter BRP with its Rotax Electric Rotax Electric Powerpack Kart. Although it's unlikely that the power-to-weight and low cost of the internal combustion engine will be matched anytime soon, taking all factors—societal pressure, emissions,…

BoonDocker Releases Sidekick Pump Gas Ski-Doo 850 Turbo Kit

Historically, turbo induction upgrade kits have not achieved mainstream adoption for a number of reasons. 1) They were expensive and are difficult to install, 2) they demanded specialized knowledge to be able to tune and maintain, 3) they were…

BoonDocker Boosts Team with Addition of Industry Heavyweights

If BoonDocker were a hockey team instead of a snowmobile aftermarket performance company, you'd think they are gearing up for a run at the Stanley Cup. The BoonDocker roster has been rounded…

Newly Renovated Eagle Pass Fire Lookout May Be Torn Down by Gov’t

A renovation to the Eagle Pass Fire Lookout performed by volunteers is in danger of being torn down, after Forest Recreation Officers in Vernon and Cranbrook have told local officials that the building…

BRP Offers Free Avalanche Awareness Seminars this Fall

BRP is offering avalanche awareness seminars in 17 locations in Canada throughout October and November, with 25 locations scheduled in the Unites States. The avalanche awareness seminars are open to anyone interested—not…

Former Timbersled Owner Allen Mangum Joins BoonDocker Ownership

Former Timbersled owner and industry heavyweight, Allen Mangum, has joined forces with snowmobile turbo performance company, BoonDocker. Mangum comes onboard as a fifty-percent partner in the company, and brings a wealth of product development…

Off-Road Vehicle Prohibition Lifted in Areas of BC, Some Restrictions Remain

The off-road vehicle prohibition in BC that has plagued recreational vehicle enthusiasts from months now has been lifted. Off-road vehicle use is once again permitted on crown land in areas throughout the Cariboo…

Camso DTS Snow Bike Kit to Be Sold as Yamaha Dirt Bike Accessory

Dirt bike riders seeking to enjoy their vehicle year round will be able to add Camso’s dirt-to-snow bike conversion system, the Camso DTS 129, to Yamaha’s WR450F™.

Camso Acquires Yeti SnowMX

Seeking to capitalize on its position in the quickly growing dirt-to-snow bike market, Camso has acquired Yeti SnowMX of St. Albert, Alberta, Canada.

Polaris Announces 800 H.O. Cleanfire Engine Updates for MY2018

Polaris has announced a number of upgrades to MY2018 sleds, including several noteworthy 800 H.O. Cleanfire Engine updates and well as a few key updates.