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On our trip, the two helmets that seem to be seen the most consistently by those staying over at destinations were Mission and Oxygen. Tons of locals wearing the MX style helmets though.

That is exactly what I thought it was as well - I know on other days I did just that and ran my finger along the seal at the top of the visor when I took my helmet off, which was not often on the trails honestly. We only stopped for lunch twice I think all week, so really no reasons to take it off.......maybe that exaggerated the issue. The two vents at the front froze up as well on a few of the days.

You do get to ride once in a while

Just finished a week long saddle bag trip and on occasion my Mission helmet seem to have an air leak, I assume around the seal. I think it happened only one day. Normally not a huge deal, but on really cold days and travelling at a quick pace, I found my eyes watering and skin just under my eyes getting a little wind burn. Anyone have any feedback on this based on knowing or hearing of this happening to others? Otherwise, helmet worked great. Used the heated visor once on the day it was snowing pretty good just to avoid the potential issues for that day and needing to get the wires out on the trail vs. at the start of the day when it was easier - anything that hit the visor would normally turn into a ice ball right away otherwise.

Returned home real early this AM from our trip - we all decided to head home Sat afternoon upon arrival to Shawinigan vs. staying the night in Shawinigan & leaving Sun Morning as originally planned. Just over 1000 miles - was a pretty relaxed trip, some short days and some longer days, but nothing crazy. The ride back through and closer to the Mont Valin area was a lot rougher than going the other way - not a lot a sleds to be seen really, but those longer big lug tracks really make a mess of the trails. The last night stay over was at Relais 22 miles again - another fun night at the bar with a bunch of other riders. Was talking to a guy Sat morning at Relais 22 miles that organizes off trail cross country races in that area, he had a group that was just starting one - sounded pretty interesting & I am sure one hell of a race through the bush. Stayed at Universel in Alma the night before. Managed to see two moose running down the trails between Alma and Relais 22 miles as well. On the last 20km down the river into Shawinigan, my brothers 998 Kitty Cat broke down - overheated really bad in plenty of snow, something went seriously wrong, had to tow him the rest of the way, thankfully close to base. Did a quick google search and it looks like they have a problem with this - could not tell where it was coming from, but it was leaking antifreeze and boiling/bubbling real good. A few more pictures that I took as well that I do not think I posted yet.

Congrats - perhaps things worked out better than expected as a result of delays.

It would seem odd that trackers provide lighter steering but cause more drag/increase fuel mileage.

Getting….was beyond long time ago. QC dining in hasn’t been an issue last few days.

Check out the guy snowblowing the roof off of the buildings…..escalator lifted unit onto roof, might be breaking some H&S rules…..

Another great day on the trails. Woke up to fresh snow at Hostel from km 31….,not sure how much, maybe 6 inches or so. Heading to next stop at the St Laurence…arrived short while ago - short run today. Not many pictures…. But the BRP app works awesome, highly recommend using it, but means my phone is tied up with my glove box and too lazy to remove it.

Where there you go … I was close ….

The number of the off trail sleds you see and tracks leading to who knows where is pretty cool. Trucks and sleds decks with mountain machines makes you feel like you are out west. The land all around here sounds like it’s owned or controlled by a government body….every one leases the land on the “mountains” is what I’m told. Riding around or through mont Valin today was a great ride - so much off trail trails through the hills….and the two massive trail groomers we passed was pretty neat, big units with some massive drags.

Best run today from north end of lake saint Jean to just south of mont-valin. some pictures from today.

Has anyone else rode your sled to see what they thought of the steering? Maybe power steering is what you need.

Yep, agree with set up that works for you…. only challenge is what works for most conditions you will encounter. The 900 Turbo works really well though!!

I thought I read on their website they sell gas but no liquor license.

I agree with you on this for sure. I’m adjusting both front skid shock and front springs….separately of course. I had front skid shock pretty loose and looking for more bite, so started increasing front spring pressure. Plus honestly, I just like adjusting things, very seldom leave things alone….usually just small changes though. Changing conditions is bigger factor, but that’s where the quick adjust options can be very nice to have….that I didn’t opt for!

We were talking about 3 bears camp last night and wondered about its status, sounds like it’s back up and running - good news, was always a favorite spot to stay.

Nice report 👍 The 900T-R really does work well, it is a really nice & fun trail sled. It’s crazy how fast you can run through the trails on this sled. The exhaust note is definitely throatier. Finally able to run some more wide open trails and stretch her legs. I think I now have my from shock springs set at around 2.5….still looking for that right balance of bite but not too hard to steer. One thing I really noticed today was how loud my skid is with all the ice and snow built up in there and the tunnel….sure would be nice to be able too thaw it out.

Lol, we found it that way, but I closed and latched it shut. Warm up shack was super warm…. Little oil burner doing a great job.

Oh, just realized there was a Yami in the picture with a generator, booster and heat gun going this morning getting her running Owner of the lodge was helping the guys out.

Stayed last night at the Le Relais 22 Milles inc. An extremely hospitable place…. basic from an accommodation standpoint though. The owners son treated all the guests to some singing, banjo and guitar playing at the bar - it was a very “normal” night out…. great times. Todays ride was great as well, landed at Hotel du Jardin for the night.

When I was driving to QC on Sat, there were three fully loading transport trucks heading west bound full of ski Doo crates that I passed.

For those wondering about “Covid rules”, zero issues here with staying in rooms with people not from your same household.

Arrived at Shawinigan a few hours ago, eating some pizza, drinking some beers and watching the snow fall/blow while having a few laughs.