Snowmobile and Winter Ice Safety

jetskier · 03-03-2008, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by fatlazyless

Or, here's a way to get out in the winter woods without needing any of that stuff like a trailer, a towing capable vehicle, high speeds, a helmet, smelly two-stroke or pricey four-stroke oil and $3.10 gasoline, and the snowmobile itself: it called CROSS COUNTRY SKIING. For like ten bucks or less, it is not hard to find a beautifull pair of high quality, all wood, cross country skis at a NH garage sale. You know, the type that requires waxing, and come from Norway, Sweden or Finland.

One small bag of gorp, granola, m&m's, & raisins, plus some water, and you are good to go for half a day. Plus, the Black Snout mountain summit overlook'n Winnipesaukee from the Ossipee Mtns is there for free. Just, steep into those old xc skis and hit the trail, and go where the snowmos can't go!

So, it's time to LOSE the FAT, go cross country skiing, and forgit about snomo's!

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How can you tell he/she is a snowmobiler?

Thumb twitches when snow is forecast.

Refers to standing around as 'wasting daylight.'

Enjoys the smell of two-cycle exhaust and the sound of revving engines.

Considers his exact sled width when approaching two trees, out of control, and careening downhill.
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The best part of growing up .....is getting a faster sled!

When HELL freezes over.......we'll ride there too!

This is a thread regarding snowmobile safety. How about keeping your incipid remarks to yourself? You are taking a productive thread off topic.

Jetskier

brk-lnt · 03-03-2008, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by jetskier

You are taking a productive thread off topic.

That's his hobby. Just ignore him...

GWC... · 03-03-2008, 04:42 PM

This is becoming a bit ridiculous...

Are there too many nanny laws causing people to not think about the consequences of their actions?

Why are people unable to do anything without ending their life?!

MAXUM · 03-03-2008, 06:11 PM

I find this being the most lacking... COMMON SENSE!!

Ride safe and courteous.

Most accidents that occur, alcohol and speed were involved. How many more must get hurt or killed before everyone realizes that a little less of both would be a good idea? Oh that's right it's always the other guy right, it'll never happen to me.

Wondering what to carry on the sled at all times? Think about this, if you had to spend the night out in the woods what would you like to have? Whatever makes your list, carry it.

Please people.... don't ride your machine out of gas. Is it that big a deal to gas up before you hit fumes and are 10 miles out and thought "oh yeah I've got plenty of gas to.... um... crap I'm outta gas! Same goes with oil.

Take care of your machine and before you head out, give it a once over to be sure it's in good working order. If the thing is a basket case, it might be time to retire it for something that is a little more mechanically sound.

Slow down when the trail is narrow and passing oncoming traffic. Also use hand signals to let oncoming traffic know how many are behind you.

If you head out at night, wear clothing with reflective something on it and make sure all your lights work.

Finally, quit gunning your throttle and creating all those moguls on the trails. Is it really necessary to braaap - braaap - braaaaaaaap your sled? It not only wrecks the trails, but spins all the snow off them, especially in the corners. Never mind the fact it's really bad for the track to spin it especially into the dirt or on pavement.

03-03-2008, 04:42 PM	#3
GWC... Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 1,325 Thanks: 5 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	This is becoming a bit ridiculous... Are there too many nanny laws causing people to not think about the consequences of their actions? Why are people unable to do anything without ending their life?! __________________ [Assume funny, clever sig is here. Laugh and reflect... ]

03-03-2008, 06:11 PM	#4
MAXUM Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Kuna ID Posts: 2,755 Thanks: 246 Thanked 1,942 Times in 802 Posts	I find this being the most lacking... COMMON SENSE!! Ride safe and courteous. Most accidents that occur, alcohol and speed were involved. How many more must get hurt or killed before everyone realizes that a little less of both would be a good idea? Oh that's right it's always the other guy right, it'll never happen to me. Wondering what to carry on the sled at all times? Think about this, if you had to spend the night out in the woods what would you like to have? Whatever makes your list, carry it. Please people.... don't ride your machine out of gas. Is it that big a deal to gas up before you hit fumes and are 10 miles out and thought "oh yeah I've got plenty of gas to.... um... crap I'm outta gas! Same goes with oil. Take care of your machine and before you head out, give it a once over to be sure it's in good working order. If the thing is a basket case, it might be time to retire it for something that is a little more mechanically sound. Slow down when the trail is narrow and passing oncoming traffic. Also use hand signals to let oncoming traffic know how many are behind you. If you head out at night, wear clothing with reflective something on it and make sure all your lights work. Finally, quit gunning your throttle and creating all those moguls on the trails. Is it really necessary to braaap - braaap - braaaaaaaap your sled? It not only wrecks the trails, but spins all the snow off them, especially in the corners. Never mind the fact it's really bad for the track to spin it especially into the dirt or on pavement.