crackher Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 So since we have a "who's Getting a new sled this winter thread" I thought I would err on the side of negativity....I hate you Mother Nature..... and ask who should have bought a new sled next year instead of this year... I for one have now started to look at my sled and think perhaps it was money wasted this year and I should have bought it next year. I could have afforded a newer model and for the same money Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viperules700 Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Just find a fool to buy it now. Lots of buyers out there for used sleds. If you didn't over pay, it will sell. I am picking up a left over at the end of the season. Going to get a great deal, especially if the current weather continues. Bright side is, there is always next year bud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackher Posted January 18, 2012 Author Share Posted January 18, 2012 i know i know...but i still hate mother nature Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sledjunk Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 So since we have a "who's Getting a new sled this winter thread" I thought I would err on the side of negativity....I hate you Mother Nature..... and ask who should have bought a new sled next year instead of this year... I for one have now started to look at my sled and think perhaps it was money wasted this year and I should have bought it next year. I could have afforded a newer model and for the same money But it would be a year older next year. I admit that I am bummed out by the season this year, just like everyone else. But I have ridden every week this year. My mileage is down a little, but not much. Conditions have not been ideal, but it is riding! I am heading north to Kearney again this weekend and will ride again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slomo Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 I read a business case once which introduced me to the word "disincentive". A woman in California realized that for most people, cutting up vegetables took up too much time and was a "disincentive" to eating fresh salad. So she decided to wash, cut up, and bag vegetables to make salad eating easier. The idea caught on, the woman made a mint and pre-made salad is widely available - although I find the bags a PITA to open. More to your topic, I was out of sledding for 2 years, despite enjoying it very much. I decided to get back into it and this time, eliminate as many of the disincentives as I could. Parking at the camp waiting for good conditions wasn't an option, as snow was bad some years, so replaced a 900 lb. trailer with an easily managed 300 lb. multi-use trailer. Got storage bags for all gear to make moving equipment easier. Luckily, a lighter non-touring 4 stroke sled with the option of carrying a passenger was introduced, so after a test drive at the dealer, decided it was more than adequate for my needs - easily trailered, gas saving, no blue smoke, options (while pricey) were easy to get and install, quiet, quick and manueverable. Getting the sled this year (Thanksgiving) gave me nice weather in the fall for modifications, and the time allowed to consider types of studding, tracks, covers etc. as well as build up a wish list of places we would like to go. And so far, haven't done too badly on the riding end with the expectation of more riding by choosing places most likely to have good conditions in the winter or something else to do if conditions turn bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02Sled Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Mother Nature has indeed been cruel. That is the chance you take with any toys. Just came back from the boat show and lots of people writing deals. One dealer I know told me he has sold 75% of last years numbers already and the show still has a lot of steam left. Boaters need to hope Mother Nature doesn't give them a cold wet summer which has happened in the past. With any luck it will be a late start and a late finish. Be optimistic. Are you a glass half empty or a glass half full kind of person. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polarisracing1 Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 trailer north....no snow low........end o story Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sledjunk Posted January 18, 2012 Share Posted January 18, 2012 Half Full!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowTouringGuy Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 Hey CrackHo - play this all the way to the end and even past where you thought the end was I will bet you cannot do that without, at least, smiling. GET SOME SUNSHINE !!!!!!!!!!!!! :grin: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blakesnowcrest Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 Half Full!!!! x2Muskoka is almost good to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sledjunk Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 SCREW THE SUNSHINE! I WANT SNOW!!! Great uplifting song / video, though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuvMyViper Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 I will bet you cannot do that without, at least, smiling. GET SOME SUNSHINE !!!!!!!!!!!!! :grin: Thanks for the sunshine Bring me fun bring me sunshine and bring me love Bring me sunshine in your smile... Bring me fun bring me sunshine and bring me love Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LuvMyViper Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 SCREW THE SUNSHINE! I WANT SNOW!!! Great uplifting song / video, though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slomo Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 So since we have a "who's Getting a new sled this winter thread" I thought I would err on the side of negativity....I hate you Mother Nature..... and ask who should have bought a new sled next year instead of this year... I for one have now started to look at my sled and think perhaps it was money wasted this year and I should have bought it next year. I could have afforded a newer model and for the same money You could always have spent the sled money on a cruise..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wildbill Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 You could always have spent the sled money on a cruise..... Now thats funny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crackher Posted January 19, 2012 Author Share Posted January 19, 2012 my brother was actually on that ship not too long ago...and I believe it was the same cap't he said.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pvsledhead Posted January 19, 2012 Share Posted January 19, 2012 I didnt buy a new one, but I think I waited too long to sell the one i have! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowTouringGuy Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 You could always have spent the sled money on a cruise..... Non ritorno sulla nave! È bagnato nella mia capanna. Lei le persone di autorità di porto sono non di meno. Voglio un campari ed una soda. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doonut Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 not sorry at all really. Got nearly 600 miles on so far. ice is in on lots of lakes. trails are getting a good base and th snow machine has been feeding Muskoka for a good part of the day. Nope, I'm feeling like sunshine I tell ya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wildbill Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Non ritorno sulla nave! È bagnato nella mia capanna. Lei le persone di autorità di porto sono non di meno. Voglio un campari ed una soda. huh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slomo Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 huh I think he said......Do not return to the ship! It's steeped in my hut. You people of the port authority are not less. I want a campari and a soda. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doonut Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 I think he said......Do not TOUCH MY SHEEP! It's TIED UP in my hut. You people of the PORN authority are NUT less. I want a KY and a SHEEP. Fixed that for ya slo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slomo Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 Fixed that for ya slo. grazie! Italian rusty.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlowTouringGuy Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 That works ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimm Posted January 20, 2012 Share Posted January 20, 2012 For those who have waited, there are leftovers at the Dealers for really good prices. A couple of Yamaha sled deals near me: 2011 Apex SE for $12500 (MSRP $17800) 2011 Apex standard $12000 (MSRP $16700) I came close to getting one, but in the end, I didn't want another heavy sled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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