Category: Stories
September 27th, 2017 | Marty Anderson
Aftermarket Parts vs Factory: the Fickle Nature of Snowmobilers
The aftermarket parts companies make their business on the wayward nature of sledders. In producing parts, they have the added freedom of playing by a different set of rules than the manufacturer…
September 24th, 2017 | Mountain Sledder
Thunderstruck 16 Film Review
You may recognize the intro to Thunderstruck 16 as the film’s teaser, which dropped online during the summer. Its quick-cut action hits hard and will get viewers on the edge of their seats right away.…
September 20th, 2017 | Mountain Sledder
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…
September 19th, 2017 | Patrick Winlsow
How to Make Your First Ride of the Winter More Wheelie and Less Bad Feely
EVERYTHING hurt. Like everything. Shoulders, neck, back and quads. I was popping pain killers like candy. I couldn't stay awake in the evening but it was hard to get comfortable enough in…
September 15th, 2017 | Marty Anderson
Walker Evans Velocity Shocks—Will They Make It onto Mountain Sleds?
Polaris Industries released its new 600R snocross sled upon the world this past week at Haydays. But why would mountain riders care about that? Here’s why: oftentimes new technology on the manufacturers’ flagship racers will…
September 14th, 2017 | Mountain Sledder
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™.
September 11th, 2017 | Mountain Sledder
Timbersled TRIO Front Shock
TRIO is compatible with all snow bike kits as long as the ARO spindle and ski are used. It also attaches to most brands of dirt bikes. The system retails for $899.99…
September 4th, 2017 | Mountain Sledder
509 Volume 12 Premiere Parties in AB
Mountain Sledder will be hosting 509 Volume 12 Premiere parties in Grande Prairie, AB and Edmonton, AB this fall.
September 1st, 2017 | Mountain Sledder
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.
August 30th, 2017 | Mountain Sledder
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.
