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Nunz's mug made it into the 2022 release video!

No doubt there is a lot at play that will affect the bite no doubt, take away the rider input and there are plenty of things that will affect it from amount of carbide, type of ski, front shock pressure, center shock pressure, limiter strap adjustment, etc.... I know all the sleds that I have owned, I have always had them dialed in to work very well with my riding style.....but for someone else and the way they ride, might not be ideal. I have been very impressed with Curve skis for bite and lightness....and I tend to run more carbide than I should with no studs, but it works. As for looking differently at folks, I got to say, between loosing all your engine oil and now your coolant, I am starting to have serious doubt about you as well

Better than an empty stable....congrats! Must be the son's new ride.

But isn't that part of the fun regarding sledding......discussing / disputing these things, over and over and over again..... What's the best oil - synthetic What's the best belt - the one that works best for you What's the best sled - I have a feeling my mind on this one might be swayed in about 10 months..... Hand signals - weren't they banned a little while ago

Maybe we can find out one of these days......LOL. If I choose to ride with a little more spirit, the difference between those falling behind or ahead, is not who does or does not have studs! But yes, to each their own and it is all good......just make sure ya have a pass, studs or not, matter not for riding companions

Another important factor with now studs is you need less bite up front, that can give you an easier steering effort.....too mush bite and no studs, creates more issues in the corners.

Instead of grinder, grab tip of stud with vise grips and loosen nut with open ended wrench....another option to consider. Is it me or does some of the holes in the double square backers look bigger than the others?

LOL....I believe we ride in the same areas some of the times and there is no lie, I have no issues 95% of the time riding with no studs in those same area's. Granted, I have not ran anything less than a 1.5" track since I opted to stop using studs, other than the Doo rental I was on last year and I think it had the 1.25" track, but zero issues with that. You need to adjust your riding knowing you do not have them when the situations present themselves. Wind blown lakes are not very common around these areas, but that is onw situation you need to be very careful of......one of reason I do not like Lake Simcoe, too much wind blown bare patches with less snow and more milder temps around here. It is defiantly a personal preference......but I agree, kids and/or wife would have studs, one less thing that I want them having to think about until they feel the need to not want them and show they are able to ride safely without.

It is an awesome feeling! That was one of things that I have always liked about my old F7, with the 13.5 track, it always seemed to skate more than any other sled that I have owned.

A friend had the IR on his 2020, decided that he wanted to go back to regular track and studs on 2021......he said it is slightly better than the IR, but not as much as he thought it would be. Comes down to personal preference for sure given what you give up with each, and where you ride plays a much bigger part. My brother hopped on my sled last year riding in conditions that were no icy at all, groomed/packed trails, first thing he says when he gets off, you need studs.....I laughed and said, no thanks, not for me, the skate in the corners is part of the thrill of riding. I think the IR will be the perfect track for me given my preference.....very few situations where I say to myself as I ride, studs would be nice here/now. IR will give me that bite on the very few situations that this thought pops into my mind. Edit: Friend above that went from IR to standard track/studs, also went from an 850 to a 900T....if that matters in the grand scheme.

I guess once you are committed, no turning back.....reversing may not be possible either. What is stopping "a person" from doing some repairs in the off season if people still want to use it at their own risk?

What kind of saddle bag do you and the Mrs have......looks like soft bags vs. the usual hard LinQ bags that you see people use?

Look forward to the pictures, maybe soon. I wonder if you need to delete some old pictures and you are maxed out for size.

Have not had studs now for just over 10 years, it is nice to not worry about them, but you need to be aware of it though and as long as you are, no issues. I would agree with you though that for the wife or one of my kids, I would likely stud. I prefer to not over stud a track and only use single backers, large washers & as tall of a nut that you can get away with. Never had any issues with them in the past when I did stud, but I would check for loose nuts periodically as well.....it is the loose nuts that leads to issues no doubt or not catching a stud that is on its way out. I am very curious to see how this Ice Ripper track I went with for my new sled will work.....if it works well, I would forgo the studs for wife and/or kids and go with pre-studded for sure instead.

Studs = Bad

Incorrect..... gas pump right in Dorset. Used by all. Actually the one at the nearby marina, you ring bell at pump, pump turned on, you pump and then pay at an outside debit machine..... pretty simple really. If you’re concerned, wear a glove when touching...... personally not for me, but I’ll wash my hands once I can.... same as always before this nonsense. I’ll do some level of precautionary measure but I ain’t no Covid Karen ( no offence to the Karen’s of the world ) As a business, I’d either do pay at pump or an outdoor payment system. To each their own though.

Fix first of course or sell as is with known issue. I’m sure you’ll see how you feel in the fall and possibly deals available.

Been good for the sport no doubt. Trails protected by the bush or with a packed base should be okay, but won’t last, no doubt.

Lol, yes.... guess I better learn to act the part. Any lessons you can share....

It’s crazy what some enjoy or will ride. To each their own I suppose.

Given Don’s update, it sounded like some business owners in the area are not on board with opening to the public .... they have to do what they need too. should be easy enough to set up an outside or side window payment option to mitigate the risks.

Might be a pair of Doo’s in the next while than.....

I had every intention of buying a lightly used 2021..... but that changed on Feb 17.

Well, in fairness, you are a Doo rider....part & parcel most of the time......

Slow down here, usually give a thumbs ups and look for one in return that all okay. On this same topic as stopping on the side of the trail, on the flip side, how about those that pick the most inappropriate spot to stop, and without a mechanical issue......same thing, just a complete lack of thought.