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2025-26 Winter Outlook Your Guide to This Season's Snow Potential The leaves are turning, temps are dropping, and we're all itching to fire up the sleds! You know what that means - it's time for our annual winter outlook! Every year we dig into multiple forecasting sources to get a read on what Mother Nature has in store for the snowmobiling heartland. This year we're working with five solid sources: NOAA, Severe Weather Europe, Accuweather, The Weather Network, and Powderchasers. Quick reminder - this is just for fun and planning purposes. We've seen great seasons when forecasts looked grim and...

2026 Snowmobile Predictions: What We Got Right (And What We Totally Missed) 2026 Snowmobile Predictions: What We Got Right (And What We Totally Missed) From Arctic Cat's shocking comeback to Yamaha's final chapter - our complete prediction scorecard About the Author Christopher Weiland 15+ years covering product launches, predicted many new releases. Riding since he could walk. 🎯 What's Inside This Prediction Review Arctic Cat: The Waiting Game That Paid Off Lynx: Refinements and Trail-Ready Updates Polaris: A Big Year That Wasn't Ski-Doo: Big Moves on the Horizon? Yamaha: The End of an Era Final Thoughts & Industry Outlook Last...

When selling your snowmobile, it's worth as much as someone will pay. It's as simple as that. Where can you get a rough idea of the value of your snowmobile? Traditional way In previous years, when real-time data wasn't available, the tried and true method was to get it from Kelly Blue Book or JD Power. These websites gather data primarily through dealers and are slow to adapt. They are okay with getting a rough idea but need to adapt to changing market conditions. COVID times exposed them for their slow speed when snowmobile prices were much higher than the...

Snowmobiling is a popular winter activity in Minnesota, attracting residents and visitors to its scenic trails and landscapes. However, one question that often arises among enthusiasts is the legality of using snowmobile studs in the state. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the laws and regulations surrounding using studs on snowmobiles in Minnesota. History of the Ban In 1998, Minnesota passed a law banning snowmobile studs on all trails except private land and ice ovals. Snowmobile Studs were effectively banned on all 21,000 miles of the Minnesota trail system to protect 210 miles of state paved trails....

Satellite-Enabled Smartphones: Essential Lifelines for Snowmobilers in Remote Trails Satellite-Enabled Smartphones: Essential Lifelines for Snowmobilers Your smartphone might be the most critical piece of kit in your pocket when cell service drops off the map About the Author Chris Weiland 15+ years covering product launches, predicted many new releases. Riding since he could walk. 📱 What's Inside This Essential Guide The Rise of Satellite Connectivity in Smartphones Phones That Pack Satellite Power in 2025 Real-Life Rescues: Proof on the Powder Tips for Using Satellite & The Future Bottom Line: Don't Ride Without It You know the drill—gearing up for a...