New Snowmobiles with built-in color screens that display navigation are slick but what if you already have a sled and simply want to view the map on your phone? I found a DIY inexpensive snowmobile phone mount with wireless charging. The following outlines an inexpensive way to deliver a GPS level function that would likely work with any brand or model of sleds. The wireless charging … [Read more...] about Inexpensive Snowmobile Phone Mount with Wireless Charging
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Polaris 650 VR1 MATRYX Test
Like a gunfighter coming down the trail, the Polaris 650 VR1 MATRYX test proves this chassis is ready to fight its way to the top of the heap in the mid-size sled segment for 2022 and beyond. Just how does the VR1 MATRIX chassis, powertrain, and suspension stack up? Is it all the Polaris faithful had hoped for? Stay tuned to find the answer to these questions and some special insights about the … [Read more...] about Polaris 650 VR1 MATRYX Test
Test Ride the Polaris Switchback Assault MATRYX
Back in March I reached out to Polaris Ambassador Kim Bergeron for a chance to test ride the Polaris Switchback Assault MATRYX with the mighty 850 under the hood and a 146 skid-frame out back. Due to deteriorating conditions later in the season I wasn't able to test the 650 version of the 2021 Polaris Switchback Assault Matrix, as planned. Suffice it to say, riding the Polaris MATRYX was truly … [Read more...] about Test Ride the Polaris Switchback Assault MATRYX
Arctic Cat Blast Test
The Arctic Cat Blast test lends insight into a number of innovations by Arctic Cat since the Textron merger. The marketing gurus at Cat/Textron have produced a smaller, lighter, mid-size sled we know as the Arctic Cat Blast. Yes, they raised the bar of our beloved snowmobile universe yet again. Learning to Snowmobile It's always been a conundrum for parents who want to teach their … [Read more...] about Arctic Cat Blast Test
2022 Lynx Rave RE First Ride and Review
The 2022 Lynx Rave RE first ride and review draws comparisons between the Ski-Doo X-RS and Arctic Cat RR in the big-bump snowmobile segment. These race-bred sleds feature premium suspension technology that demanding riders desire. Buying a New Sled By the time you read this spring orders for snowmobiles will have been well under way for the big four and by my calculations it should be a … [Read more...] about 2022 Lynx Rave RE First Ride and Review
Upgrade Your Snowmobile Suspension With Grease Fittings Also Known As Zerks
If you want to increase performance and longevity, upgrade your snowmobile suspension with grease fittings, also known as Zerks. It’s a straight-forward DIY project that can be tackled on a weekend with basic tools. Where Did My Grease Zerks Go? I’m not exactly sure when they disappeared, maybe 2003? All I know is that some jerk omitted the Zerks from my snowmobile. Maybe not all of … [Read more...] about Upgrade Your Snowmobile Suspension With Grease Fittings Also Known As Zerks