Vol.8#2 - Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs

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Mark Lester, Associate Publisher, Supertrax
OFSC Clubs Aren’t Just Talking,
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They’re Walking the Walk!
e attended the OFSC’s Annual General
Meeting held in Collingwood in late
September. The theme of the 48th AGM was
More On The Snow.
What exactly does this mean to you, the trail
permit purchasing snowmobiler? I’ll attempt to
explain what’s going on in Ontario snowmobiling in
as simple terms as possible. Clearly, the OFSC and
many, if not most, of its member clubs realize the
largest portion of snowmobilers using OFSC trails
are concerned about one thing - well groomed and
signed trails - not politics.
Respecting this reality, here’s what More On
The Snow means to you. The OFSC’s fleet of 355
industrial trail groomers used on the province’s
30,000-plus kilometer trail network are not just
aging, in many jurisdictions they’re full-on relics. All
too often, clubs spend inordinate sums annually to
keep the wheels on machinery too old to reliably
service heavily used trails in Ontario.
The problem for OFSC member clubs relates to
the incredible cost to capitalize groomers. A new
grooming tractor ranges from $175,000 to $260,000,
not including the grooming drag. Because of this
huge cost, less than 3-percent of the provincial
aging fleet has been replaced annually over the past
decade. Do the math. At this rate, it will take more
than 20 years to roll over the fleet. With 5,000 hours
as the industry accepted service target on a costto-operate scale, a 20-year-old groomer is nothing
more than a money sink.
With More On The Snow, the OFSC and its
member clubs agreed to make a paradigm shifting
move in the way clubs operate, to a district-based
approach, with the overriding goal of cutting
costs province wide. Increased operational
efficiencies will free up serious money dedicated
to the invigoration and renewal of the provincial
grooming fleet.
Savings achieved by OFSC clubs moving to
regionalized administration will be dramaticliterally millions of dollars - which can be directed to
the annual purchase of significantly more groomers
than under the current structure. Without upping
the number of groomers replaced annually, starting
right away, clubs will be unable to sustain growth
the OFSC is currently enjoying. Old groomers cost
more to operate and do less work, every year.
The good news for you, the trail permit purchasing
snowmobiler, is this: The OFSC and its member clubs
are making this move without jacking the price of
a Seasonal Trail Permit in the immediate future. I
think this reality speaks to a profound culture shift in
organized snowmobiling at the club level. It appears
everyone has learned, like it or not, snowmobilers’
wallets are not bottomless wells. Moreover, the same
cost/value equation governing consumerism applies
fully to the sale of snowmobile trail permits.
I find this reality exceptionally refreshing: The OFSC
is looking inside club operations for greater efficiencies
on a province wide scale and the clubs have agreed to
find better ways over the next couple years dedicated to
channeling cost savings directly onto the snow. Thus,
the handle: More On The Snow.
I’ve only breezed this topic, however, I would
like to throw in my personal opinion on the OFSC’s
governance of its 200 or so member clubs. The
past three years, OFSC clubs have bought into
revolutionary, risky and ultimately successful new
ideas. We’ve seen the OFSC lead the sport in Ontario
like no other jurisdiction in both Canada and the
US. I sincerely commend the member clubs who are
quite literally, the OFSC, for having the guts to change
the rules and move this sport ahead by laying the
groundwork for sustainability into the future.
Well done. So here’s my advice. Show your support
for these smart moves by continuing to buy OFSC trail
permits. They are the lifeblood of snowmobiling in
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Don’t Miss the Peterborough Show
to all kinds of parts and accessories.
Sledarama is everything a good snowmobile
show should be…inexpensive, casual and with
something for everyone. It’s a great Sunday
outing for the entire family!
When & Where: 18th Annual Sledarama Sunday, November 22, 2014 (8:30 AM – 4 PM).
Peterborough Memorial Centre (corner of
George and Lansdowne Streets). More info:
www.sledarama.ca
FIVE HARDCORE OWNERS
OF COMPETITIVE SNOWMOBILE BRANDS...
THREE DAYS OF INTENSE RIDING ON
THE AXYS... HERE’S THEIR VERDICT!
DARREN LEBLANc
Sudbury, Ontario
SkI-Doo 800 RENEGADE, Owner
loving that
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me now.
RIDE & HANDLING
The “S” is unbelievable in the turns! I never thought I could take corners so quickly. - Yvon
I like the (suspension shock’s) range of adjustment, 12 settings is better than 20
and it keeps things simpler. - Ben
COMFORT & CONVENIENCE
The GPS and the gauge cluster is a stand out. - Ben
Last year’s show wasn’t without growing pains,
but show proprietor and avid rider Joe Scollard is
addressing them this fall with more ticket wickets,
more parking and more on site food capacity. Best
of all, Sledarama remains a laid-back, friendly and
fun show that’s 100% about snowmobiles and
snowmobiling – just like Joe!
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Inside exhibitors are primarily area
snowmobile clubs, sled dealers and lodgings,
sprinkled with an eclectic mix of the mom
‘n’ pop-style aftermarket and performance
companies. Meanwhile, the outdoor Swap Meet
is where you’ll discover a good-sized flea market,
with vendors selling everything from used sleds
To access available OFSC trails this winter, buy a 2016 Snowmobile Trail Permit online at www.ofsc.on.ca
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If
you’re looking for a snowmobile show with a down-home, good time, country
feel, check out the 18th Annual Sledarama Snowmobile Show and Swap Meet in
Peterborough. Last year, it was the little one-day show that grew, more than doubling in size
from to 285 indoor booths spread over two buildings with 70 more exhibitors outside. This
expansion attracted a pile more vendors and the largest turn out of snowmobilers ever. With
more to do and see, people stayed longer, shopped more and got even more value for their
$7 admission fee (+ free parking) – still the best deal in the province.
a Polaris
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Kapuskasing, Ontario
You can see 10 times better than any headlight out there. - Yvon
It wants to pull hard – it’s that mid-range that really shocked me - Darren
Lapeer, Michigan
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The gauge and the GPS integrated into one is something every
manufacturer is going to have to follow to stay in the game. - Michael
That 800 motor is extremely powerful - Erik
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Those big “G-outs”. I hit them and it was like floating on a cloud! - Darren
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- Michael
“
the president of the Ontario
Federation of Snowmobile Clubs, I
want to welcome you to another season of
Ontario snowmobiling. Over the past three
years, we’ve created an exciting new buzz
about snowmobiling that’s attracted 28%
more participants, including lots of first
timers.
During this time, we’ve made snowmobiling
better for you by working with the Ministry of
Transportation to roll back the seasonal permit
fee to $180 for pre-November 1 buyers, hold
the price on all other permits, make it easier to
get your permit with online sales, and get more
people excited about snowmobiling by trying
our trails at no cost.
Behind the scenes, we’ve also made it better
THE POLARIS AXYS RIDING EXPERIENCE
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EXPERIENCE
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By Remi Sauve, OFSC President
for you. We’ve significantly improved the way
permit revenues flow to our districts and
clubs so they have more money sooner to
operate the trails you ride. And we’ve recently
embraced a new, long-term strategy called
“More On The Snow” that will better manage
our provincial groomer fleet, make district
grooming operations more effective, and
reduce workload so our volunteers can make
snowmobiling even more fun.
All of which is to say that, as an OFSC permit
buyer, you are a much appreciated and valued
part of what’s widely recognized as the world’s
most dynamic, progressive and innovative
snowmobiling organization. So we want to
thank you sincerely for your on-going support
and passion. Rest assured that we will continue
our mission of providing you with the best
possible rider experience available anywhere –
and it all revs up again this winter, so welcome
to our trails!
“
Our Commitment to You
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voltage
voltage
Crossing Farmers’ Fields
Story by Craig Nicholson with Graham Snyder of Snyder Acres, Inc. Photos by Martin Lortz for Ontario Tourism.
66%
of OFSC trails cross private property, much of it on agricultural land in rural
Ontario. Here’s what every snowmobiler needs to know about snowmobile trails
in farm country.
At the beginning of every winter, snowmobilers are chomping at the bit to hit the trails.
So it’s frustrating when snow starts falling but
many snowmobile trails keep on showing “Red”
on the OFSC Interactive Trail Guide. Why do some
trails remain unavailable for riding longer than
others every year?
There’s no one, simple answer. But broadly
speaking, early-opening trails tend to happen
where terrain is smoother, flatter and more easily
accessible – places that don’t need as much
snow coverage as others for grooming to get
started, places like abandoned rail lines, unused
municipal road allowances, utility corridors – and
fields.
So at first glance, one would think that
snowmobile trails on farm fields would naturally
be included among early-opening trails. But the
fact is that trails in agricultural regions are rarely
among the first to be ready and here’s why…
Trail Permission: About 66% of OFSC trails
are on private property, not public land. Over
14,000 private property owners generously allow
snowmobile trails on their land. The when, where
and how of this land use permission is totally
at the discretion of each individual landowner,
and the permission does not include ATV use at
any time. It’s also important to remember that
these snowmobile trails are seasonal, not year
round – they’re for winter use only, and only by
snowmobiles.
Designated Corridors: Much of the private
property that allows snowmobile trails is
farmland, fertile ground whose top priority
and primary purpose is growing crops or
raising livestock. So we snowmobilers need to
understand the primary reason a trail corridor is
designated and permission given: so that there is
only ONE route across each field, as opposed to
sleds running all over the place. That’s why there
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are so many stakes to mark the way – and why
running down stakes or short cutting corners
causes huge landowner problems for clubs trying
to keep trails open.
Trail Availability: We also need to understand
that on these rural lands, the business of farming
comes first and snowmobile trails can only be
put in place after business is done. While farmers
work hard throughout the fall to finish up prior
to the onset of winter, Mother Nature doesn’t
always cooperate. Sometimes completion can
take longer than usual, and this can make trail
availability later than in non-agricultural areas.
And remember, even after a farmer gives the okay
to put a snowmobile trail in place for the coming
season, there’s still plenty of work to be done by
the local club before it can even show “Yellow” on
the Interactive Trail Guide. So please stay off trails
across farmlands until they are showing Yellow or
Green.
Getting Trails Ready: What preparations need to
be made? Let’s start by looking at what happens
at the end of each winter. After the snow melts,
many snowmobile trails on private land in farm
country cease to exist, reverting back to their
primary use for crops or livestock. To facilitate
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this annual transition, snowmobile clubs take
down tens of thousands of stakes and signs,
close gates, replace fences, repair any damage,
and pick up any garbage to restore that winter’s
trail for farming (Note that one of the worst
garbage problems is old drive belts thrown
away by riders; these can do expensive damage
to farm machinery.). All of this work needs to
be reversed before a trail is ready to ride for
the next winter. But unlike on public land and
many non-agricultural properties, much or all
of what is usually autumn work elsewhere can’t
get underway on farmland until that season’s
agriculture business is over.
Trail Location: Every new season starts with
local snowmobile clubs finding out whether or
not each section of its previous snowmobile trails
will be located in the same place as last winter.
Depending on the previous season’s land use,
upcoming field rotation, livestock location, and
which land becomes available first for the coming
winter, trail placement can shift from one side of
a field to another or even to a different field from
winter to winter. It’s kind of like trying to make a
giant patchwork quilt where all of the individual
pieces may not be clearly defined or available
until the very last minute. The seamstress can’t
start sewing them in the proper pattern until all
the pieces are ready.
When Trail Work Starts: Snowmobile clubs face
a similar patchwork challenge in farm country.
For instance, thanks to a very wet season last
To access available OFSC trails this winter, buy a 2016 Snowmobile Trail Permit online at www.ofsc.on.ca
year, many farmers were later than usual getting
some crops off. Some fields were never harvested.
These factors meant that the location of many
trails for last winter weren’t determined until
much later than usual. The crop delay also meant
that many of the snowmobile club volunteers,
who are also farmers, weren’t available to start
trail prep as early as usual. Only when the farm
work was done could club volunteers get on the
land to prepare trails for the winter, including
any necessary detours or re-routes, all the while
ensuring trail connectivity.
Stay on Trail: As you can see, there is no deliberate
intention from either farmers or snowmobile
clubs to interfere with or delay the availability
of snowmobile trails in agricultural regions.
Many farmers are also avid snowmobilers and
understand that the earlier trail preparations can
get started, the better. But rural businesses and
family livelihoods take precedence over recreation,
so the rest of us need to understand the realities of
farm country trails and learn to be patient.
With Mother Nature’s cooperation, snowmobile trails will be ready as soon as humanly
possible this winter. Some of our best trail riding
is in farm country, so to keep these trails open,
please remember that the single most important
thing we can do is to Stay On The Trail! GSOM
Graham Snyder is a custom crop farmer and life
long snowmobiler who currently volunteers as the
1st vice president of the OFSC.
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RAP (‘Round Algonguin Park) Tour
Located North of Ontario’s Cottage Country in
OFSC Districts 6, 7 and 11
As the granddaddy of
Ontario tour loops, the
popular 708-km RAP Tour
circumnavigates the worldrenowned Algonquin Park with
a multi-day adventure odyssey that showcases a
wide variety of scenery, terrain and riding styles.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict7.com, www.nnta.ca,
www.snowcountryscsa.ca
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Story by
Craig Nicholson
Ontario
Photos by Martin Lortz for Ontario Tourism
If you’ve ever wanted to explore
new Ontario destinations by
snowmobile but were unsure
about trying someplace
unfamiliar, these 25 Snow Tours
are for you!
Three
winters ago, the OFSC
once again broke trail for
the international snowmobiling community by
introducing an exclusive new product to Ontario.
Now called “Snow Tours”, these self-guided rides
showcase some of our province’s best riding
experiences and well-known snowmobiling
regions. Each Snow Tour is a route carefully
planned by its participating OFSC district on
established trails that are well mapped, marked,
maintained and have good access to services.
The essential concept behind Snow Tours is to
take as much of the guesswork and uncertainty
out of your sledding as possible, leaving you
to simply enjoy a memorable, no hassle ride
experience with friends and family. To this end,
each participating OFSC district has committed
that their Snow Tour trails will be maintained
to the highest possible consistency and quality
with priority grooming and that you’ll be able to
find your way around following their Snow Tour
signs.
No other snowmobiling jurisdiction in North
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America offers anything as developed, as turnkey
or as easy to navigate as our Snow Tours – and
the idea has proven to be so popular among
snowmobilers that for 2016, the number of OFSC
promoted Snow Tours across the province has
more than doubled to a total of 25.
So what are you waiting for? Check out the
list below, then call your riding buddies and start
planning – or find out more online at www.ofsc.
on.ca!
Kawarthas/EASTERN ONTARIO
Bon Echo Loop
Located in Bancroft-Mazinaw
Area of OFSC District 2
With an exciting mix of
well-established trails, the
235-km Bon Echo Loop winds through the
majestic forests, rugged terrain and picturesque
highlands of east Central Ontario’s premier
snowbelt, including its namesake Bon Echo
Provincial Park. More Info: www.district2ofsc.ca
French Connection Loop
Located in MorrisburgAlexandria Area of OFSC
District 1
Discover Eastern Ontario
farm country between the
St. Lawrence and Ottawa
Rivers, where the 298-km French Connection
Loop’s Quebec-style trails and hospitable
ambience provide unique Francophone flair
without ever leaving Ontario!
More Info: www.district1ofsc.ca
Hastings Highland Tour
Located in Apsley-Bancroft Area of OFSC
District 2
Ride the 242-km Hastings
Highland Tour’s unique
double loop configuration,
including many old logging
roads and rail beds that run
through the snowy hinterlands of beautiful
eastern Kawartha Lakes cottage country.
More Info: www.district2ofsc.ca
Kawartha Highlands Tour
Located in Bobcaygeon-Fenelon Falls Area of
OFSC District 2
Easily accessible from the
Greater Toronto Area, the
Kawartha Highlands Tour
is a comfortable 138-km
family outing with a variety
of different riding experiences, including
woodland trails, forest access roads, municipal
road allowances and an old rail bed.
More Info: www.district2ofsc.ca
To access available OFSC trails this winter, buy a 2016 Snowmobile Trail Permit online at www.ofsc.on.ca
Lake of Bays Watch Loop
Located east of Huntsville Area of Muskoka in
OFSC District 7
Wilderness, wildlife and
wide trails highlight
the 190-km Lake of
Bays Watch Tour around this
well-known lake in the eastern part of Muskoka,
where sights include the Big East River Bridge,
ice cliffs, Oxtongue Rapids and Dyer Memorial.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict7.com
Lake Muskoka Magic Tour
Located west of the Gravenhurst-Bracebridge
Area of Muskoka in OFSC
District 7
This leisurely 125-km loop
around Lake Muskoka
makes an ideal family outing
through Ontario’s celebrated
cottage country where highlights include lake
views, Torrance Barrens, Dark Sky Observation
Area, Port Carling floating bridge, and
Huckleberry Lookout.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict7.com
loop on easy-riding trails provides several
convenient staging areas to start your day
trip through some of Southwestern Ontario’s
prettiest farmlands and vibrant villages. More
Info: www.ofscdistrict5.com
TNT Tour
Located between London
and Woodstock in OFSC
District 5
This laid-back 149-km
day loop takes riders through the heart of
Southwestern Ontario dairy country and
south of Highway 401 into Amish settlements
and Ontario’s main tobacco belt, providing an
interesting diversity of landscapes and sights.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict5.com
Algoma Country
North Shore Loop
Located in Elliot LakeThessalon Area of Algoma
Country in OFSC District 13
Magnificent views of Lake Huron’s North
Channel are a superb highlight of the 457km North Shore Loop as it winds through
many snowmobile-friendly communities
before becoming a breathtaking wilderness
adventure through the Algoma highlands.
More Info: www.algomatrails.com
NORTHEASTERN ONTARIO
Abitibi Canyon Loop
Located in Cochrane-Smooth
Rock Falls Area of OFSC District 15
Part of the Northern Corridor
Adventure, the 303-km Abitibi
Canyon Loop’s seamless logging
roads and utility corridors make
for wide-open riding that takes
in the massive Fraserdale dam
and powder fun at the canyon. More Info:
www.northerncorridor.ca
Bobcat Loop
Located in Hornepayne Area of
OFSC District 15
For touring in the Hornepayne
area of the Northern Corridor
Adventure, the 90-km Bobcat
Loop provides a special
opportunity to explore enticing
local trails options instead of just
passing through on the main TOP Trail. More Info:
www.northerncorridor.ca
RAP (‘Round Algonquin Park) Tour –
See Kawarthas/Eastern Ontario
SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO
5 Alive Tour
Located north of London in
OFSC District 5
When lake effect snow blows
off Lake Huron, Southwestern
Ontario delivers some of
this province’s most exciting and fun-filled
riding through wide open farm country on the
420-kilometre, multi-day “5 Alive Tour” loop.
More Info: www.ofscdistrict5.com
Sun & Wind Tour
Located west of London in
OFSC District 5
Farms, fields, forests and lake
effect snow…this 159-km
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STours
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Cartier Moose Loop
Located in Greater Sudbury
Area of OFSC District 12
Positioned northwest of
Sudbury, the remote 253-km
Cartier Loop delivers an
awesome backcountry ride on exhilarating TOP
Trails that follow old logging roads through
the rugged wilderness of the Canadian Shield.
More Info: www.sudburytrailplan.on.ca
Chiniguchi Wolf Loop
Located in Greater Sudbury
Area of OFSC District 12
Positioned northeast of
Sudbury, the 223-km
Chiniguchi Loop showcases
the old growth forests of the Wolf Lake Forest
Reserve, including a panoramic view from Wolf
Mountain, nearly the highest elevation in the
Ontario. More Info: sudburytrailplan.on.ca
Gateway To The North Tour
Located in CochraneSmooth Rock Falls Area of
OFSC District 15
Positioned as the southern
access to the Northern
Corridor Adventure, the 215km Gateway to the North
Tour includes a scenic ride
through Greenwater Provincial Park and some of the widest and most
awesome trails in Ontario. More Info:
www.northerncorridor.ca
Gold Rush
Tour Located
in New LiskeardTimminsGogoma Area of
OFSC District 14
The 710-km Gold Rush
Tour delivers big country riding and northern
hospitality in one giant loop. From thriving
towns to remote villages you’d never see except by sled, enjoy the flat out thrills of snowmobiling in Northeastern Ontario’s heartland.
More Info: www.tata-bestsnowmobiling.com
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Weekend Sledding Destination
Lumberjack Loop
Located in Kapuskasing Area
of OFSC District 15
From Moonbeam to
Opasatika, the 145-km
Lumberjack Loop circles
the Town of Kapuskasing,
providing an outstanding
route alternative to TOP Trail
A for snowmobilers discovering the Northern
Corridor Adventure. More Info:
www.northerncorridor.ca
Missinaibi Expedition
Tour
Located in Hearst Area of
OFSC District 15
Hearst is one traditional turn
around point for a Northern
Corridor Adventure, but the
165-km Missinaibi Expedition
Tour adds a new dimension
to the experience with a loop
north of town through remote forests teeming
with wildlife. More Info: northerncorridor.ca
Northern Corridor Adventure Tour
Located between Cochrane
and Hornepayne in OFSC
District 15
This 1,645- kilometre odyssey
across TOP Trail A takes
in all five of OFSC District
15’s outstanding loops,
plus many charming and
hospitable Francophone
communities in the ultimate
Northern Corridor Adventure, including
Ontario’s best trails and longest riding season!
More Info: www.northerncorridor.ca
Rainbow Elk Loop
Located in Sudbury-Espanola Area of OFSC
District 12
Positioned southwest of
Sudbury and near the La
Cloche Mountains, the
325-km Rainbow Elk Loop
makes an inspiring one-day
challenge for long distance snowmobilers or a
comfortable two-day outing for more leisurely
riders. More Info: www.sudburytrailplan.on.ca
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RAN (Ride Around Nipissing) Tour
Located in North Bay-Lake Nipissing Area of
OFSC District 11
Ride across Ontario’s two largest snowmobile bridges and
the Loring deeryards on the
412-km RAN Tour that loops
through the Pre-Cambrian Canadian Shield surrounding scenic
Lake Nipissing, while visiting charming backcountry villages.
More Info: www.nnta.ca
NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO
Gateway To Ontario
Tour
Located between Kenora
and the Manitoba
boundary in OFSC
District 17
Connecting two provinces and requiring a
permit from each, the 168-km Gateway to
Ontario Loop (incl. 130 km in Ontario) is a
unique way to experience the best of both
trail systems and the amenities of the Town of
Kenora. More Info: www.nwosta.ca
NWOSTA Wilderness
Loop
Located between
Atikokan and Kenora
in OFSC District 17
With access points
near both the U.S. and Manitoba borders, this
multi-day, 906-km circle tour is the ultimate
Northwestern Ontario sledding adventure,
connecting many snowmobile-friendly
communities as it winds through the forests,
hills and lakes of the majestic Canadian Shield
wilderness. More Info: nwosta.ca
White Otter Loop
Located in the Atikokan
Area of OFSC District 17
Anchored by the towns of
Atikokan and Ignace, this
203-km snow tour follows TOP
A and local trails to visit Northwestern Ontario’s
famous White Otter Castle, built by woodsman
Jimmy McQuat in 1915 and not accessible by
road. More Info: www.nwosta.ca GSOM
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Hot Tips For Choosing
The Right Snowmobile Jacket
Story by Craig Nicholson with Perry Curlew of FXR. Photos by Martin Lortz for Ontario Tourism.
Gone are the days when you buy a snowmobile jacket because you like the colour or it simply looks
good. You’ll live in your new jacket for many cold hours every winter, so here’s some good advice about
what to look for…
As
much as snowmobile technology has
advanced over the decades, most of our
machines aren’t any warmer to ride. In fact, with
their streamlined facades and credit card sized
windshields, it’s arguable that many of them are
actually colder. Sure, hand and thumb warmers
are generally more standard and reliable, but
what about the rest of your body? Keeping your
core warm is essential for trail riding comfort and
enjoyment, so choosing the right snowmobile
jacket is your best line of defence from the cold.
But what features should you look for? What
separates a good jacket from a great one?
Versatility: Versatility means an all-in-one
snowmobile jacket that can handle many
different temperature and weather conditions.
This technical outerwear must hold the heat in
when it’s frigid outside and simultaneously keep
the cold out, but release heat when it’s milder or
when you get too hot from increased exertion.
Generally, this happens thanks to a combination
of state of the art thermal insulation and high tech
materials that are breathable and windproof. To
achieve optimum versatility, snowmobile apparel
manufacturers may include many features like a
storm flap over the front zipper, adjustable collar,
cuffs and waist, hand gaiters, multiple vents,
inner gusset, snow dust skirt, removable liner and
other proprietary exclusives. One final warmth
tip: try to find a jacket that’s long at the rear so
that it covers your lower back and upper butt for
extra warmth.
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Note: Most technical jackets (and bibs) are designed
to wear with a two-step base layering system.
Start with a base layer that helps wick moisture
from your body. A second fleece layer adds extra
warmth and comfort for a long ride. There are also
advancements in merino wool, a special blend with
antibacterial, anti-odour and anti-itch properties
that also keep you warm when wet.
Waterproof & Breathable: At the same time, as
anyone who has been caught riding in wet snow
or rain will attest, a great snowmobile jacket
must be waterproof (not merely water resistant).
For instance, a rating of 20,000mm/8,000g/m2
results from a Static-Column Test that measures
the amount of water pressure a material can
withstand before leakage, so shop for the highest
waterproof rating number possible. Combined
with waterproof zippers and welded seams, a
high rated jacket will keep you as dry as it gets on
the snow. Sold under various brand names with
various finishes, coatings and film membranes,
waterproof materials must have their cake and
with flotation in ice break through emergencies.
Function First: Most apparel manufacturers
make jackets for both men and women, but not
all are created equal. Only top manufacturers
offer high-end jackets for women that have
identical features and benefits, in addition to
being female-specific designed, styled and cut, so
be careful when you’re shopping for a woman’s
jacket. At the same time, remember that buying
any snowmobile jacket is first and foremost for
function, not for fashion. Not to say you shouldn’t
look good, just that warmth and functionality
are paramount for those long, cold days on the
trails. So remember, unlike any other winter
apparel you may own, a new snowmobile jacket
is purpose built to withstand many consecutive
hours per day of being outdoors in sub zero
temperatures, severe wind chill and rapidly
changing conditions – all the while forcing even
more cold air against your upper body as you zip
along on your snowmobile. Hence, function first.
Sizing: The other major mistake new jacket
shoppers make is buying the wrong size. Usually,
this means too small and that means too tight,
uncomfortable and likely, too cold. With no room
to spare under your jacket, warm air circulation is
restricted and so is your freedom of movement.
The best ways to get the proper fit include trying
on various models and sizes to see what feels
best, while wearing all of your snowmobiling
under layers – and being prepared to buy a size
or two larger than your regular street clothing.
Each buyer will get the best fit from a jacket made
specifically for their gender.
Coat Care: It’s very important to keep technical
waterproof garments clean because dirt
degrades their effectiveness. So clean at least
once a season, following label instructions
carefully and using a power sport wash specially
formulated for this application – regular
detergents can leave residue that plugs the
breathability of fabrics and can also interfere
with its waterproofness. After washing, help
restore maximum waterproofing with a special
tech wash or water guard spray.
It’s no surprise that when buying a snowmobile
jacket, you’ll get what you pay for. High-end
jackets generally provide the most features and
benefits made with the most advanced design
and durable materials, so if you want the most
warmth, protection, versatility and comfort
for the long run, it’s an investment well worth
making. It’s also safe to say that almost any of
today’s high tech snowmobile jackets should be
superior in every way to that old one you’ve been
wearing for far too many years! GSOM
Perry Curlew is a regional manager for FXR,
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eat it too by keeping liquid water out, while
letting water vapour (your perspiration) escape
from within (hence, the word “breathable”).
Again, the higher a rating number is, the better a
fabric’s breathability.
Amenities: A snowmobile jacket’s amenities are
also important. Multiple pockets both inside and
out are more convenient, while a sleeve pocket is
handy. Large zippers with integrated zipper pulls
are easier to handle with snowmobile gloves
on. Collar and cuffs with Velcro® flaps optimize
adjustability, while a higher collar also helps
keep cold wind off your neck. A “D” ring to attach
your tether cord should be standard. Being able
to add or remove an insulated liner enhances
your personal climate control. Magnet or Velcro®
fastening along the front storm flap and at the
collar is a breeze to open or close in snowmobile
gloves compared to domes snaps.
Safety: A great snowmobile jacket can enhance
your personal safety too. Besides keeping you
from freezing, today’s high visibility colours can
ensure you’re very noticeable, even in snow
dust. Being easily seen is crucial so the rider
behind you can follow effortlessly and at a safe
distance. Same goes for reflective materials – the
best jackets have plenty of reflective, front back
and sides that really light up at night under the
headlights of other sleds. Some high-end jackets
even include buoyant material that can assist
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In
last year’s winter forecast article, I
disclosed to you my father in-law’s
outlook that the approaching winter would
be great. He was right on the money – and so
was I. It was the second of two exceptional,
consecutive seasons that stretched from early
December to mid-April. Consequently, the
snowmobile industry in Ontario is in an upswing
with more of us taking advantage of that true
Canadian winter weather. It’s fact that both new
and used snowmobile sales sky rocketed last
year, riders bought piles of trail permit, and the
overall snowmobile experience has improved
leaps and bounds. So where do we go from here?
Full Disclosure: I have a very personal stake
in having another great winter. In early April, I
‘spring checked’ a brand new Ski-Doo Freeride
137. I know what you’re thinking, new sled equals
no snow, but I’m thinking just the opposite. First,
I ordered a sled with a 2.25-inch track. Secondly,
my new 2016 was delivered, assembled and
brought home before the end of August. This will
be the most prepared I’ve ever been for winter –
and every time I go into the garage, my new SkiDoo whispers that it’s going to snow piles and I
am going to ride all over this fine country!
So Many Questions: This summer, I was
astonished by the quantity of weather content
that circulated, speculating about conditions for
the approaching winter. I’ve never witnessed so
many different sources arguing about winter. It
seems as if the entire North American continent
has their eyes on it. Those on the west coast
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This Winter
By Jeff McGirr
are hoping for much needed
precipitation to solve drought
and forest fire issues, while
central and eastern North
Americans wonder if we will
see that numbing cold again.
I can’t help but wonder…
will the Polar Vortex return
and freeze the great lakes?
Will we see gargantuan snow
squalls develop smothering
central Ontario? Will riders in
the far north ride into May again? When will the
first OFSC ESP trails open for riding? Will snow
close highways, dispatching snowmobilers to
the aid of motorists? What effect will El Nino have
on us this winter? Will this winter be dubbed the
Godzilla winter?
El Nino Impact: The National Oceanic &
Atmospheric Administration says there is a
greater than 90% chance that El Nino will
continue through the Northern Hemisphere into
the fall of 2015. There is about an 85% chance
it will last through the 2015-2016 winter. NASA
is already predicting, based on global oceanic
temperature maps and models that we could be
in for the strongest El Nino in recorded history.
At the same time, NASA is predicting barbaric
blizzards may also come our way.
Senior Accuweather Meteorologist Brett
Anderson recently communicated his own
confidence that this El Nino will be one of the
strongest over the past 50 years. Anderson notes
in an Accuweather article that El Nino typically
reaches its peak during the December through
February period. In addition, he adds that the
strongest El Nino currently on record since the
beginning of the 20th century occurred during
the 1997-1998 winter.
Canadians and Americans in the northeast
will never forget that winter, as it brought the
Northern American ice storm that resulted in over
5 billion dollars worth of damage and required
assistance from both military personal and
thousands of volunteers. But don’t forget that
the same weather pattern also brought some
major snowstorms to other areas that winter,
making it a decent season for snowmobiling.
Other Prognosticators: El Nino isn’t the only occurrence that affects our winter weather. Atmospheric conditions and geological events all interact to form constantly changing and evolving
weather systems. The Pacific Decadal Oscillation
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Photo : Tourisme Lanaudière, Jimmy Vigneux
Will the winter of 2015-2016 be
just as good, if not better, than the
two previous winters in Ontario?
No one will know for sure until
it actually arrives, but based on
the best preliminary information
available, here’s my prediction…
is strong this year and could weaken some of the
‘warming’ effect of El Nino. It could even push the
jet stream south of the border in eastern North
America, locking us into weeks of Polar Vortex
deep freeze. At the very least, it would likely deliver decent snow for Ontario.
This theory is supported by the Old Farmer’s
Almanac, which boasts 80% accuracy in the
prediction of seasonal weather. It released
preliminary forecasts for the winter of 2015-2016
in mid-August. These predictions detail that
we’re in for below average cold and lots of snow.
In addition, utilizing its proprietary prediction
model, the almanac predicts that most of us in
Ontario will see another white Christmas.
Au Naturel: Then there are the natural signs, the
ones the farmers, trappers and those in remote
communities have traditionally relied on to
predict and prepare for what’s coming. August
had barely begun when I received a message
from a friend on the James Bay coast that the
geese were fleeing. It wasn’t long after the flying
V’s appeared overhead in my neck of the woods
heading due south.
Another tell-tale sign of the impending snow
depth is the location of bee and wasp nests. Within
a week I received information from multiple
sources that the nests were being found high in
trees. I even found one in my own backyard some
20 feet up in a pine. Rene Hebert, a local pest
contractor with more than 20 years’ experience,
was recently quoted in an article saying “I find
the wasp nests are higher so I believe that means
we’ll get lots of snow this year.” And finally, a sign
you simply can’t ignore – the maple trees have
already started to show signs of red and yellow,
and it isn’t even Labour Day!
Jeff’s Prediction: With so much competing
and contradicting information circulating,
it’s challenging to say without a doubt what
we are in store for this winter. However, I’m
willing to take the criticism if I get it wrong
this year, because I’ve been bang on the last
two seasons. So what’s my prediction for the
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Ontario’s likely going to experience some wild
weather from El Nino, but if the jet stream holds
like the last two years, we could be in for another
epic winter. If it holds even a little, we’ll get
decent snow with more moderate temperatures.
This theory is also supported by the likelihood
that the Great Lakes will not completely freeze
over again this winter, which should lead to more
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Finally, if all this doesn’t do it for you, my father-in-law is predicting that this winter is going
to come early and stay long – and that’s good
enough for me! GSOM
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I’m
providing these get ready tips because everyone should be prepared to ride even if winter
arrives early, not scrambling at the last minute. This way, if you discover anything major that
needs attention, you’ll have time to rectify it before the snow flies. Remember, everything’s
been sitting for many months, and many bad things can happen to idle equipment. Meanwhile if you discover
you need anything new, you can find it before stock sells out. Besides, spending your autumn getting ready to
go sledding is better than moping around. Yes, getting ready is the next best thing to actually doing it, so here
let’s get started…
Eyeball Your Sled: Once winter begins, you don’t want any down time caused by snowmobile problems.
So eye-ball every wear part to confirm its good to go as is, make it good as new or replace it. An ongoing
maintenance log helps keep me aware of what’s been done when and what’s up next.
Check Your Trailer: If you’re a trailer person, you want to ensure that you get to your destination every time,
with your snowmobiles in one piece. That means checking all major components of your trailer – tires, bearings,
hitch and chains, axle and springs, bed and cover, lights and electrical early.
Service Your Vehicle: Unlike your sled and trailer, your tow vehicle has been used constantly since last winter,
so you should do a complete winter service, including installing snow tires. Be sure to remind your mechanic
that you’ll doing more winter driving than most people and a lot of towing, so pay special attention to all tow
package components, including your tranny. Also pack your winter emergency kit.
Inspect Your Gear: Make sure everything is fitting and functioning properly by inspecting all fasteners, straps,
seams and making certain that everything still fits your body and your sled (especially important if you’ve
changed sleds since last winter). This way, you also know if anything is missing from your riding inventory and
needs to be replaced.
Prepare Your Itinerary: It’s always fun to start planning where you’re going to ride. Early prep allows you to
compare destinations and routes, schedule dates and confirm companions, and have back ups plans ready,
just in case. Early planning also enables you to provide priority notice of being away to family and business
associates. And yes, taking care of business during the fall is your best guarantee of being able to ride
uninterrupted all winter!
Prep Your Ride: Once winter arrives, whether you’re leaving for a day trip or an extended saddlebag tour, do
the same planning and preparation. The fact is that your snowmobile can transport you far enough from home,
roads or population that you’re effectively on your own if anything goes wrong, regardless of how long a trip
you’re on. So always leave prepared…
• Pay attention to your sled, because you need it to get back. Do a once-over inspection prior to each trip,
before leaving home. Carry spare plugs, belt, gas line anti-freeze and a basic tool kit, including duct tape,
plastic ties and wire. And don’t set out without full gas and oil tanks — and knowing where your next fill-up
is.
• Before leaving, make note of your departure time, route, expected lunch stop and return time. Update it
from the trail if changes occur. Make sure your cell phone has a full battery charge, and if you have electric
start and a 12-volt outlet, carry a cord to plug into your sled. If there’s someone at home (or an answering
machine), check in at lunch and again at your last pit stop before returning. It’s a smart idea to give everyone
in your group a “lifeline” number to call if you become separated. That way, even if they can’t get in touch
with you, a third party will know where everyone is. Make certain all riders have a map, compass and that
there’s at least one GPS. Always carry a basic survival/first aid kit and a stout piece of rope at least 20 feet/6.1
m long.
• Next, prepare yourself for a ride that could go wrong. If you always wear water and wind proof outerwear,
you’ll never get caught short if the weather suddenly changes. Dress for the coldest part of the day, prepared
to take off/put on layer(s) as needed. I suggest riding with a saddlebag that has room that extra fleece or
jacket liner.
• I also have a handle bar bag, which contains work gloves, a bottle of water, sunglasses and a roll of toilet
paper, among other essentials. On my person, I carry a pocketful of chemical hand warmers, fire starter
materials, plus a granola bar or two, lip balm, Tylenol and antacid tablets.
You can’t anticipate everything, but if you cover off everything on this list, your odds of having a trouble free
season will be mighty good. Now just pray for snow! GSOM
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