Empathize with the OP. Bought a 900 Polaris with out doing my homework and found out all about issues. Sled was stolen though so replaced it with a 07 Summit last year. Third ride this year and I am down for the year as the motor let go after 900 kms on a newly professionally rebuilt engine...
Never venture into the mountains without my beacon, probe and shovel. Always check beacon function before heading up as well. Also carry a first aid kit, small saw, fire starter etc
Hopefully may never need any of it, but if I do, it is there.
Just picked up a used BCA Float 30. Got the canister recharged at North West Scuba in Edmonton for $10.
Next investment will be an AST 1 course. Hoping to get in on one in the New Year.
Nephew has a Highmark Pro.
Picked up a pair of Stomper 2's at Cycle Works for 35% off ($185 all in with tax). Bought a half size bigger than my shoes (11.5 vs 12). I have a flat foot so need a wide boot. These fit me fine.
Wore them last weekend sledding. First hour my toes were a bit cold, not uncomfortable, but felt...
I have been kind of negligent in wearing my tether but after watching a few of these type videos, I can guarantee it will be used 100% of the time from this day forward.
Used my Stomper 2's for the first time yesterday. First ever pair of true snowmobile boots I have owned. Very impressed with them.
Due to some surgery and meds, I tend to feel the cold a bit more now but my feet were warm and more importantly, dry all day. I have a wide, flat foot and they...
Re: A message to all Snow & Mudders. Be safe out there. my season was just cut short.
Glad to hear you are going to be okay.
Thank you for sharing your story as it is a good wake up call for all of us to be more aware when riding.
A Tek Vest is on my must buy list for my first ride this year.