Towing and Payload Capacity (Dan Gould)
For years I had a two-place enclosed snowmobile trailer and never gave much thought to towing and payload capacity. As much as I enjoyed the nimbleness of a compact trailer, my two teenage boys informed me that I should spend ...Read more
Published on Sunday, April 2, 2017 in In The News, News & Updates, Safety
Tags: education, safety, tech, travel
Arctic Cat Early Release 2018 ZR 8000 and M 8000
Exciting news from Arctic Cat with the early release 2018 ZR 8000 and M 8000. Specifically the 2018 ZR 8000 Sno Pro ES with 129 or 137 inch Ripsaw track and the 2018 M 8000 Sno Pro available in 153 ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 in In The News, News & Updates, Snowmobile Tech
Tags: manufacturers, sleds, tech
SNOWRAMA: Nine Snowmobile Concepts
SNOWRAMA: Nine snowmobile concepts. Do you love the feel of gliding over soft powder while astride your favorite snowmobile? Have you spent the winter helping out friends and family thanks to your trusty snowmobile? Whether it is outdoor sporting activities ...Read more
Published on Saturday, December 17, 2016 in Guest Columns, In The News, News & Updates
Tags: opinion, safety, sleds, tech
2017 Ski-Doo MXZx 600RS
The 2017 Ski-Doo MXZx 600RS racing snowmobile is designed specifically for North American snocross tracks. The sled features revised clutching, improved progressive coupling system and a refined slip gear that results in better holeshots, acceleration, traction and durability. The 2016 ...Read more
Published on Sunday, October 23, 2016 in In The News, News & Updates
Tags: manufacturers, press release, tech
Polaris Celebrates Return of the XCR
Polaris introduces the return of the all-new 2017 Polaris 600R Race Sled, the legendary XCR name and performance. The new Polaris 600R Race Sled and RUSH XCR represent the Polaris heritage of using racing as a testing and proving ground ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 in News & Updates, Snowmobile Tech
Tags: competition, manufacturers, sleds, tech
Wemotaci: The Hydrogen Snowmobile Concept
The Wemotaci is new generation of snowmobile that would burn hydrogen instead of gasoline. The Wemotaci’s modified 888 cc two-stroke engine would produce over 144hp without polluting the atmosphere with carbon monoxide. The concept vehicle is featured at Imaginactive. The Background ...Read more
Published on Saturday, July 30, 2016 in Guest Columns, News & Updates
Tags: education, environment, manufacturers, opinion, tech
Remove Snowmobile Clutch with Water (Dan Gould)
Removing a snowmobile clutch with water, also know as the water trick, is becoming a common technique in snowmobile garages. Removing a primary clutch is straightforward if you have the proper tools. Even then, a stubborn clutch sometimes refuses to ...Read more
Published on Wednesday, March 16, 2016 in News & Updates, Sled DIY
Tags: opinion, tech
2017 Yamaha Sidewinder
It finally happened. The Yamaha factory bolted a turbocharger to a 4-stroke engine and are making it available for public consumption. No more add on turbo kits or compromises. The 2017 Yamaha Sidewinder will deliver close to 200 HP, making ...Read more
Published on Wednesday, March 9, 2016 in News & Updates, Snowmobile Product Review
Tags: manufacturers, sleds, tech
2017 Arctic Cat 9000 Series Snowmobiles
For 2017 Arctic Cat swings a big bat with the all new 9000 Series snowmobiles powered by an outrageous 998cc turbocharged triple four-stroke engineered and manufactured by Yamaha. While Arctic Cat is officially pegging output at 180 horsepower, independent voices ...Read more
Published on Monday, March 7, 2016 in News & Updates, Snowmobile Product Review, Snowmobile Tech
Tags: manufacturers, sleds, tech
2017 Ski-Doo GEN 4 REV
The 2017 Ski-Doo Gen 4 REV features an all new chassis and Rotax 850 E-TEC engine for select 2017 MX ZX, TNT, Renegade X, Renegade Adrenaline and Summit X, Summit SP snowmobile models. The all-new, narrow Gen 4 REV chassis ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, February 23, 2016 in News & Updates, Snowmobile Product Review
Tags: manufacturers, sleds, tech
Rapid Deployment Snow Vehicle / RDSV
The Rapid Deployment Snow Vehicle / RDSV is a 2 seater high speed vehicle for use in any polar environment. This was strictly a personal project, just for the fun of it said designer Juan Garcia Mansilla. The current paradigm ...Read more
Published on Friday, January 15, 2016 in News & Updates, Snowmobile Tech
Tags: opinion, people, tech
Snowmobile Ski Test: Simmons Gen III Flexi Ski (Jim Tucker)
The Great American Snowmobile Ski Test Part V: The Simmons Gen III Flexi Ski. Will these ski wars ever be done? Hell no! As long as there is American exceptionalism and ingenuity at work here in the USA, this reporter ...Read more
Published on Monday, January 4, 2016 in News & Updates, Snowmobile Product Review
Tags: opinion, tech, trail-riding
Rock Maple Racing Cross Country Snowmobile Races
Rock Maple Racing returns to snowmobile racing after five-year hiatus, announces 2016 Rock Maple Racing Cross Country Snowmobile Races and schedule. From its origin in the winter of 1991-92 to the day it was sold in May of 2010, Rock Maple ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 in General Announcements, News & Updates
Tags: competition, press release, tech
Review: ThermaCELL heated insoles
Jim Tucker’s review of ThermaCELL heated insoles. What’s black and gray and warm all over? Why it’s ThermaCELL heated insoles, course! That’s boot warmers to you and me. There’s an old adage that says if you’re not warm then you ...Read more
Published on Friday, November 20, 2015 in News & Updates, Snowmobile Product Review
Tags: opinion, tech
Google Street View Snowmobile
Everyone is familiar with Google Street View. Who hasn’t looked up their own street address and said to themselves, “I know the day those photos were taken, the trash can is in front of the house.” But have you seen ...Read more
Published on Sunday, November 15, 2015 in In The News, News & Updates
Tags: education, tech, travel
Drone Video of Sled Expo
This drone video shot at the Sled Expo last year gives a good overall view of the Snowmobile Superstore as it hovers over the new snowmobile display, then the used sled corral and finally flies in for a low shot over ...Read more
Published on Monday, October 12, 2015 in News & Updates, Sled Expo
Tags: expo, tech
Sled Expo 2015 Exhibitor List
The list of exhibitors for the 2015 Sled Expo is taking shape. The Snowmobile Superstore will feature new sleds, trailers, helmets, boots, bibs, jackets, oil and all types of accessories and services. The Used Sled Corral is the place to buy or ...Read more
Published on Monday, October 5, 2015 in News & Updates, Sled Expo
Tags: expo, sleds, tech, travel, vintage
Polaris 2016 Race Sleds
Polaris introduces 2016 Race Sleds Optimism for a winning 2015-2016 race season runs high throughout the Polaris Snowmobile Racing program thanks to an infusion of new young talent in the Pro snocross ranks, the winning momentum of cross-country racers on ...Read more
Published on Monday, September 14, 2015 in News & Updates, Snowmobile Tech
Tags: competition, press release, tech
Turbo Wankel Snowmobile (Mel Scuderi)
It was one of those sleds that you knew had to come home with you. When I first checked out the 1971 Arctic Cat Lynx Wankel snowmobile, I knew I wasn’t leaving without it. It even came with three spare ...Read more
Published on Sunday, September 6, 2015 in News & Updates, Vintage
Tags: people, tech, vintage
Tekvest: Peace of Mind While Snowmobiling
Tekvest: Peace of Mind while Snowmobiling. Close calls happen everyday. A simple drive to work challenges both mind and body. Encountering a dog, cat or cow in the middle of the road can be a weekly occurrence. Imbeciles holding a ...Read more
Published on Monday, March 2, 2015 in News & Updates, President's Message
Tags: humor, opinion, tech
2016 Ski-Doo Snowmobiles
The 2016 Ski-Doo snowmobile line-up centers on refinements and new technology. The legedary Blizzard name is re-introduced to the MX-Z line, along with a new Renegade Enduro, and the new Expedition Xtreme in the utility/touring crossover segment. Ski-Doo introduces the ...Read more
Published on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 in In The News, News & Updates
Tags: manufacturers, sleds, tech
Snowmobile Ski Test: The MoHawk by SLP (Jim Tucker)
Oh, my God! What was it I pulled out of the box, labeled Starting Line Products? Was it a black roller coaster? Was the plastic thingy with bumps on it from outer space or the deep sea? Nope. The skis ...Read more
Published on Thursday, February 12, 2015 in News & Updates, Snowmobile Tech
Tags: sleds, tech, trail-riding
Test: RidePower Cell Phone Charger (Jim Tucker)
In the never-ending quest to find devices that make our rides easier, I stumbled upon a cell phone charger that just might help some riders make it through snow country. There seem to be two types of riders out there ...Read more
Published on Thursday, January 8, 2015 in News & Updates, Snowmobile Tech
Tags: tech
Top 10 Snowmobile Stories of 2014
These are the Top 10 Snowmobile Stories of 2014 at sledmass.com. Your clicks pile up, your Facebook “Likes” and Twitter “retweets” share the words. We are unique at sledmass.com, as the majority of our snowmobile stories are created by fellow ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, December 30, 2014 in In The News, News & Updates
Tags: opinion, people, tech, trail-riding, vintage, volunteers
Farouche a Wild Snowmobile Design Concept
A wild snowmobile design concept, The Farouche, posted at charlesbombardier.com lights the imagination of snowmobile enthusiast all over the world and makes a statement about the direction that snowmobile recreation could go in the future. Charles Bombardier tells us, “The ...Read more
Published on Wednesday, December 17, 2014 in In The News, News & Updates
Tags: in the news, people, sleds, tech
Snowmobile Tool Kit (Dan Gould)
The stock snowmobile tool kit hidden away in the average snowmobile is little more than an empty promise. “I’m here for you, but when you need to tighten that loose suspension bolt I’m going to make your knuckles bleed.” Actually, ...Read more
Published on Wednesday, October 29, 2014 in News & Updates, President's Message
Tags: humor, opinion, tech
2015 Ski-Doo MXZx 600RS
BRP’s 2015 Ski-Doo MXZx 600RS builds on its strong chassis performance from 2014 by refining the engine and drive systems for better power delivery and even better overall durability. Last season saw big chassis changes for the Ski-Doo stock terrain ...Read more
Published on Tuesday, September 23, 2014 in News & Updates, Snowmobile Tech
Tags: competition, manufacturers, press release, sleds, tech
Arctic Cat ZR 6000 R SX and ZR 6000 R XC
Arctic Cat unveils the updated ZR 6000 R SX (snowcross) and the all new ZR 6000 R XC (cross country) sleds at the annual Haydays Grass Drags & Swap Meet. The ZR 6000R XC cross country racer now uses the ...Read more
Published on Sunday, September 14, 2014 in News & Updates, Snowmobile Tech
Tags: manufacturers, press release, sleds, tech
2015 Polaris IQ Race Sled
Key Features on the new 2015 Polaris IQ Race Sled New Walker Evans Racing Shock Package IFS shocks and rear track shock are Walker Evans Aluminum IFP 16 Position Compression Adjustable Shocks with Piggyback Reservoirs IFS shocks and rear track ...Read more
Published on Sunday, September 7, 2014 in News & Updates, Snowmobile Tech
Tags: competition, manufacturers, press release, sleds, tech
Yamaha MPI Turbo Kits Available for SRViper
Yamaha trail and crossover enthusiasts looking for the ultimate in power and reliability can now have their cake and eat it too with the newly released Mountain Performance Incorporated (MPI) Trail Turbo Accessory Kit for Yamaha SRViper models. With the ...Read more
Published on Wednesday, September 3, 2014 in News & Updates, Snowmobile Tech
Tags: manufacturers, sleds, tech
