stoney

Have you rode in QC or North of Sud's, I assume you must have, but I am asking as there is more than big flat trails that I am sure you would have encountered. There is a lot of flatter trails, but there is also plenty of rolling trails with bends & curves as well trails that run in and out of the bush. The picture above could easily be mistaken for a trail in the Southern parts through the bush.....personally kind of reminds me of D101B just south of 76. Not so much tight twisty narrow trails like in dist 7 & surrounding areas, but even dist 7 has some wider trails that were logged that are similar to the North, but just for shorter periods. The second part that goes hand in hand with the Northern On or QC is the trip aspect, on your sled for 5 to 7 days with people you mostly enjoy spending time with....I say mostly as I know sometimes people can get funny on trips...... ....but usually makes for some good laughs later on. Like mentioned, it is really nice, for me at least, to ride some of the local'ish trails with the pluses that it brings, and some of the negatives too, as well the trails & atmosphere Northern ON & QC offers!

I would imagine if HO received many complaints for one hotel/motel about the same issue, it would likely get some more traction......will it change anything, not sure as I am guessing the number of places they have in "sledding regions" is not that high.

Or perhaps move to where you can, if needed.....

Oh, I was not trying to argue your point at all, very much on the same page. Some have different priorities and to think of trailering to ride, is just not one of them!

Now that depends on where your priorities may be........ LOL....I was thinking the same thing. I will admit, I have way less desire to drive to ride like I once had, especially for single day rides, but when you are going for a multi day trip, it really means very little how far the drive is compared to the ride.

Blame COVID-19.....its just the right thing to do and the go too now for so many, the list just keeps growing...... (yes I know another political snide remark in a "sledding" topic....) Too bad for all involved, hopefully they will see the error of their ways, but there is always establishment B just down the road

Than I am guessing since the mild spell rolled through last week, many folks headed further West and they ended up with more rigs parked than usually, and up went the sign - which would appear short sighted, but again, perhaps a talk with the operator might have put a different spin on or left a bad taste in your mouth and make you think twice next time. I know many years ago when I was frequently traveling Northern ON for work, most of these places had a good mixture of sledders & folks working like me in the winter, take one of those groups away and I can see how it would have a negative effect on the business. But such is life, I guess that is why having a choice can be such a good thing.

Has anyone had a face to face discussion with the owner or operator to confirm they are following this policy to the T? I am not familiar with them, but I would think this might be a blanket statement to discourage all from doing this, assuming they might be tight for parking space......and those that came in to ask about this policy, that did spend a night, spend some money, etc....were welcome to leave their rigs there. I know few instances we a have encountered this on trips, all of the circumstances we were okay to leave our truck & trailer, but we either spent a night there or purchased some food/drinks as well. If there is no wiggle room on the policy, I would expect they will loose some business in the winter months......which might be there busiest time of the year!

Yep, sure would put a damper on things. Definitely need to be extra attentive in hopes you can react in time. Thankfully many stretches are open on both sides of the trails with good lines of sight. Something to consider that I’m sure some may think or worry about more than others.

Seems to have been an issue the last couple of years......you would think by now all the correct info would be well known by now for the various groups, assuming you are willing and wanting to listen to it of course!

Low ball with an explanation for it....make them read and actually think about first vs. just hitting the delete button... lol

Given what the market has been like, a good idea. You have to assume there will still be many sleds and trailers flooding the market in the fall...likely sleds with trailer packages so all is done in one transaction..

I would say it is time for a new drive in trailer vs a tilt! Good to gear possible issue avoided as it always sucks when you have a mechanical issue on trips - takes the fun right out of it.

Have not used paper maps now in a bit, so have not noticed honestly either. I knew you could zoom in on the ITG to see if it is a road, but some trails are also on roads not maintained in the winter, so unless you knew the area, one would think it was a trail along a road. So thought that a trail on the ITG that is perhaps highlighted in Orange or something would quickly identify a road run......with the ever increasing trails that run along a road, figured it could be more valuable now than ever before.

I wonder if it has it ever been discussed to mark trails that run the roads with a highlight or something on the trail guide to identify as such? Too much extra work to do so with trail changing all the time perhaps.

Good,,,so the 4-stroke one is beefier considering the extra weight to be lifted - well thought out than .

How stout is the factory front bumper on the G4....can you pick up the sled with it? Not concerned about the hitting or collision scenario, more about using it to lift the sled or man handle it around.

Talking about these hard top LinQ bags, what do most do with them, remove them on saddle bag trips when you get to your destination or pack a soft carry bag inside of it with your stuff inside if it and leave the LinQ bag on the sled? I know they are expensive too, so I am guessing walking away overnight is a thought/concern, but I see they offer locks as well.

Great feed back and so very true on the adjustment department.

You sold it...... You have both the 850 Doo and Poo now, how do they compare?

No pictures of the ride....tisk, tisk

Good point on chain case, could potentially be an issue. Default shock mode being full stiff mode from what I recall seeing, which could make for a rough trip if it happens day 1 or 2 on a 5 day trip. But that is looking at glass half full, all will work out!

I can’t see Doo have an issue with much, TBH. 900 been pushing same power numbers through other channels for a few years, so should be good. New shocks and trans brake features could possibly be an issue being first year, but we’ll see.

They all have issues, just a matter of taking turn who is next and how big the issue is. Perfect world all manufacturers are running on all eight cylinders, good for the consumer (us). Hoping all changes are good and Cat comes with something really good for 2023..... or perhaps an early 2022 release.

Uh oh, adding more power down low.....might be some added stress on the Poo warranty program next year