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All Areas of Denali National Park and Preserve 1980 Additions Closed to Snowmobile Use Cantwell Area Trails Temporarily Closed to ORV Use

by Outdoor Hub May 3, 2012

Denali National Park and Preserve Superintendent Paul Anderson has determined that due to the deterioration of the snowpack, there is no longer adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve on both sides of the Alaska Range. All park lands that were open for snowmobile use are [...]

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Northern Areas of Denali National Park and Preserve Closed to Snowmobile Use Due to Inadequate Snow Cover

by Outdoor Hub April 22, 2012

Denali National Park and Preserve Superintendent Paul Anderson has determined that due to longer days and warming temperatures, there is no longer adequate snow cover for the use of snowmobiles for traditional activities in the 1980 additions to Denali National Park and Preserve that are north of the Alaska Range. Those park lands that were open for snowmobile use are [...]

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Where Was the Snow in 2011/2012?

by SNOWMOBILEcourse.com April 12, 2012
Where was the snow?

Usually the snowmobile season would be wrapping up around this time. But, on March 19th, the homepage of the Vermont Association of Snow Travelers said it all: “The end of the season has arrived.” Indeed, Vermont’s snowmobile season did come to a rapid end after an odd week’s worth of summer weather in mid march, [...]

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Sudco Keihin PWK Series Off Road Performance Carburetors

by Outdoor Hub April 2, 2012
Sudco Keihin PWK Series Off Road Performance Carburetors

Keihin PWK Carburetors have set the standard for producing maximum power and improved throttle response without compromise for Off-Road Motocross, Dirt Bike, and ATV applications. Special design features include a chromed semi-flat D-shape slide for improved throttle response and increased flow at high RPM, quad-venting to eliminate bogging when jumping, and Air Striker models which [...]

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Utah Snowmobile Grooming Ends Mar. 30

by Outdoor Hub March 28, 2012

With the onset of spring conditions across much of the state, Utah State Parks and Recreation announces an end to its 2012 snowmobile trail grooming season effective March 30. Utah State Parks operates 13 snowmobile trail groomers on 12 complexes and areas throughout the state, from Logan Canyon to Cedar Mountain. “Since December, our groomers [...]

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Snowmobile Crash Seriously Injures One in Maine

by Outdoor Hub March 16, 2012

Late yesterday afternoon, at 4:30PM, two men operating snowmobiles onBigWoodLakecollided, seriously injuring one of them. Robert Verge, age 62 from Scarborough, sustained head injuries and was taken to theJackmanHealthCenter, stabilized, and transported to EMMC inBangorby ambulance. His companion, Lawrence Salamone, age 61 from Gorham was not injured but was charged with OUI on a snowmobile. [...]

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Answers Sought Relating to Inflammatory Motorized Trail Guidebook

by Outdoor Hub March 12, 2012
Answers Sought Relating to Inflammatory Motorized Trail Guidebook

A new U.S. Forest Service (USFS) guide to help land managers maintain off-highway vehicle (OHV) trails contains derogatory anti-OHV language, and OHV groups want to know why, the American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) reports. In a letter dated March 9, seven organizations are demanding answers from U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, whose department oversees the USFS. [...]

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Serious Injuries Sustained in Maine Snowmobile Crash

by Outdoor Hub March 9, 2012
Serious Injuries Sustained in Maine Snowmobile Crash

On the morning of March 8, a group of six snowmobilers from Massachusetts and Connecticut departed Jackman,Maine. The group was travelling East on snowmobile trail Route 66 – also known as the Brassua 2 Road in Thorndike Township. This well traveled groomed snowmobile trail connects the Jackman and Rockwood regions. At approximately 10:00 am Bonnie [...]

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Colorado PWC Extends OHV Enforcement Pilot Program

by Outdoor Hub March 9, 2012

The Colorado Parks and Wildlife Commission approved $300,000 in funding to extend a pilot program designed to monitor compliance with off-highway vehicle regulations and rejected a citizen petition to allow air rifles as a legal means of hunting furbearers during its monthly meeting on Thursday. During 2011, State Trails Program Manager Tom Morrissey said teams of [...]

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New Hampshire Public Hearings Set for Vermont Wheeled Vehicle Reciprocity

by Outdoor Hub March 8, 2012

Proposed rule changes affecting wheeled-vehicle reciprocity with Vermont and Off-Highway Recreational Vehicle (OHRV) and snowmobile event permits will be discussed at two public hearings being held by the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department. These rules would affect Vermont residents operating All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) on New Hampshire trails, and persons applying for or conducting an [...]

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Polaris Debuts 2013 Snowmobile Lineup

by Outdoor Hub March 7, 2012
Polaris Debuts 2013 Snowmobile Lineup

For more than a half-century, Polaris has been synonymous with producing the best-riding snowmobiles in the world. Debuted yesterday at Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Fla., the 2013 Polaris snowmobile lineup embraces the Company’s proud heritage while pushing forward with innovative technological advances. These concepts are embodied by the return of the iconic [...]

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How To Store Your Snowmobile for the Off-Season

by Yamaha March 6, 2012
How To Store Your Snowmobile for the Off-Season

During the summer months, a snowmobile is subjected to high temperatures that can cause greater rates of chemical activity. This chemical activity acts on several areas of the snowmobile and can cause degradation of its durability. As an example: the battery’s charge will deteriorate, seat covers can crack and obviously the gasoline will become stale. [...]

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Snowmobiling 101: Parts and Terminology

by SNOWMOBILEcourse.com March 2, 2012
Snowmobiling 101: Parts and Terminology

Before you even turn a key on your snowmobile you should already be familiar with your machine. Much like a car, specific terms are used to describe the various parts of the snowmobile. Knowing the names of these parts and their functions will be useful in any number of ways. Everything from talking about the [...]

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Snowmobiling Tip: For Fatalities, Add Alcohol

by SNOWMOBILEcourse.com March 1, 2012
Snowmobiling Tip: For Fatalities, Add Alcohol

It should not come as a big surprise that drinking has been linked to many serious snowmobile accidents over the years. But the annual fatality and accident reports issued by state agencies drive this point home. We took a look at the numbers to see the difference a few drinks can make. The following chart [...]

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Advanced Snowmobile Communication and Entertainment System Featured in Product Showcase

by Outdoor Hub February 29, 2012
Advanced Snowmobile Communication and Entertainment System Featured in Product Showcase

Cardo Systems, Inc., the world’s market leader in wireless Bluetooth communication for helmet headsets, today announced that the company’s scala rider G4 PowerSet for Snowmobiles won a Powersports Business “Nifty Fifty” Award. The product is currently featured in the power sports industry financial and business news publication’s showcase of innovative products. A groundbreaking product that set a [...]

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Snowmobiling 101: Riding Hills

by SNOWMOBILEcourse.com February 27, 2012
Snowmobiling 101: Riding Hills

Taking on the Hills When it comes to dealing with hills on a snowmobile, it will help to read our previous installment on riding positions. Attacking a big climb can be the highlight of your day, but you’ve got to know how to position your body and handle your sled. Riding Uphill When you come [...]

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The 3 Second Rule for Snowmobiling

by SNOWMOBILEcourse.com February 24, 2012
The 3 Second Rule for Snowmobiling

To make sure that you are following the snowmobile ahead of you at a safe distance do the following: Select an object up ahead on the trail; Begin counting the seconds as soon as the person in front of you passes it; Continue counting until you reach the object. If by the time you arrive [...]

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Snowmobile Safety Dos and Don’ts

by SNOWMOBILEcourse.com February 22, 2012
Snowmobile Safety and Trail Etiquette

Too many times each year we hear of snowmobile riders dying because of crashes, losing control, falling through ice and seldom because of sheer stupidity involved drugs/alcohol or brawn. Sadly, many of these deaths we hear about are preventable as long as the rider takes a little time and consideration into his/her actions. SNOWMOBILEcourse.com tries [...]

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Snowmobiling 101: Riding Positions

by SNOWMOBILEcourse.com February 17, 2012
Snowmobiling 101: Riding Positions

It may seem simple but knowing how to best position your body when riding can make your day on the trails a whole lot more enjoyable. Just because a snowmobile has a seat doesn’t mean you should always be using it. The terrain you’re tackling will often require you to alter your riding position for [...]

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Why Take a Friend Snowmobiling? More Friends to Snowmobile With!

by SNOWMOBILEcourse.com February 16, 2012

On February 11th, the 2012 edition of ‘Take a Friend Snowmobiling Week’ begins.  This extended week-long event is the brainchild of GoSnowmobiling.org. After doing some research, GoSnowmobiling.org figured out that non-snowmobilers know next to nothing about the sport—they don’t know how to get started, where they’re allowed to ride and, maybe most importantly, they don’t [...]

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