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15 hours ago, RAMSOMAIR said:
Of course there is lol
Yep missed again.......as of now (7am) there is only 4 inches on the ground where we are (30 min north of PS). doesn't look like we are going to get too much snow.
hoping that the wind changes or something and it hits us.
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4 hours ago, rolly608 said:
Hello all. We have access to a cottage just outside of Mckellar on Middle River Dr. for this coming weekend and we are looking for staging area`s for a couple of day rides and any other info you would be willing to share. Thanks for any info....Rolly
I know you can park in dunchurch down by the outdoor arena. There is a park by the lake in mckellar you may be ok with as well for the day. Go north or east, snow is pretty thin near parry sound thus far.
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Picked up the new sled today, look forward to riding the new doo! I didn't get the additional lights and I am thinking I should upgrade the headlights.
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16 hours ago, WinderFab said:
I’m really missing riding central Quebec area.. Been riding all over Ontario and Quebec, around Gaspe once but personally the area around Mount Tremblant is my favourite.
i love all the covered bridges in that area!
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11 hours ago, Turbo Doo said:
Well. Got word today that there's a crate on a truck with my name on in. That's 1 down, and 1 to go. Soon, soon....
I was told that mine is supposed to ship this week according to the dealer. We will see. Glad that you have at least one for now.
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On 6/5/2021 at 10:04 AM, Strong Farmer said:
Nice do you have a studded track and scratchers? Sounds like we could do some sort of oce tourer in area. We could use some new followers leaders cheers.
Yes to the studded track and scrachers, I would not want to do it without.. when we did it, was not a stitch of snow
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On 5/31/2021 at 11:54 AM, stoney said:
Is there anyone on here that either has a cottage or family member that does have one on or near Parry Island?
I am wondering if there is access in the winter by sled to the island, what is it like, any local trails, etc....
I do not think there are OFSC trails or maybe even local trails that goes to the island, but maybe I am wrong.
I do see an ATV trail that seems to stop at the swing bridge though.
Also wondering what Georgian Bay is like in the winter, in and around these parts.
Friend took me out last year riding over the island, we got to the island from south of the swing bridge. The conditions were not the greatest when we did it, as it was glare ice, but it did look rather safe other than the 5 or so bubblers that we had to skip. I'm sure we could have went around them, but as a follower i followed...lol I don't know what the safe time frame is for sledding across. Closer to the upcoming season, i could send you some gps tracks that we took. We ended up getting off at Glenn Burney marina and hopping on the fitness trail and heading north.
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13 hours ago, andreyboater said:
Thank's a lot
Just got a locals to help me out
Hopefully will have it fixed before our trip
If you still have a problem, Georgian bay trailers is the one mentioned above off of ostler park drive. If its a bolt you just need? hit up parry sound auto parts or muskoka auto parts. I am always in parry sound, usually daily if you should need a hand or any tools.
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7 hours ago, RAMSOMAIR said:
I live 5min from there always run 9 mile lake. Not sure why it’s closed.
They have some heavy equipment in on the hydro line doing work in that section. i seen a excavator there last week on my way by, not quite sure what they are doing, because i had thought that there was already a new bridge over the creek in that area. There maybe a little lake jump around that spot, but like you i always run nine mile.
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18 hours ago, signfan said:
No issues with slider wear or lug tearing with the higher lug track? How many km do you have on your tracks?
My sidewinder 141 xtx has a 1.6 cobra, and i just hit 17k km for the track. It still looks like great, and i should get another few seasons out of it. I put in dupont sliders 2 years ago. I do not ride roads too often(when i can avoid them), and i am careful not to hammer it in low snow conditions. For my riding i will most likely stick to the 1.6, but if i think i was going to road ride alot and hammer it on low snow/rocky conditions i would for sure want something smaller.
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I am just wondering if anyone has any suggestions on a good parking spot as far south on the C as possible? i am having to trailer from Parry Sound...what a joke... Ramsomair are you in for a weekday ride? Anyone else from the forum wanting to meet up for a ride?
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10 hours ago, RAMSOMAIR said:
Sooooooo, anyone know of anyone that got caught and received a ticket so far?
i was ice fishing in some back lakes yesterday when a conservation officer stopped to check things out. He had mentioned that the trails are being used by lots of people, and had no sign of any opp on the trails. Not so many road crossings for them to sit up in this area, as they will be waiting a long time.
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15 hours ago, catinental couch said:
Dinner for $100.00 plus tip ??? Sign me up!!!
I can take the grandkids to MacDonalds and it is nearly $80.00!!! Dinner that cheap at Log Cabin would be a bonus. I have spent $160.00 for dinner for just my wife and I at a nice but ho hum restaurant.
I had found it reasonable for what you get. Seemed the same prices as tapatoo, only the rooms were nicer we had thought. And yes it seems like a crap meal at mc d's is over 15$ now..haha......cheap=no nice=YES
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On 1/5/2021 at 7:07 PM, snowchopper said:
Thanks Slomo. I was asking because a group of lady friends that usually do the Kelly Shires B=Cancer run won't being doing it do to the run being cancelled this year. However i guess they can still contribute by doing their own run by documenting it and Keiiy Shires will then accept the donation money.They have talked about the Trappers Choice. Have you heard anything about that place and their accomodations? Thanks...
I Dont think it was mentioned, but the Log Cabin Inn, off the 209 is a pretty nice spot. Wife and i usually hit there once a year for a nice dinner and stay. Rooms are nice and the food is good. It is listed on the sled map.
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On 12/31/2020 at 6:19 AM, slomo said:
For Parry Sound I would imagine it is quicker to go to Service Ontario - I would recommend the privately run branch in Mactier:
https://www.ontario.ca/locations/serviceontario/high-and-front-mactier
Great thing about it is open Saturdays. Your sticker will be free so might as well get the two year version. Reasonably certain that bringing your old registration paperwork and possibly insurance pink slip (although I have never had to show this) would make things easier especially with the address change.
Might want to phone ahead to check opening hours for covid ?
They also stock these - Dragonfly Wingman - pick up a couple for the spring - they really work!:
There is also Service Ontario down on Bay St. Parry Sound. Links to renewing on-line at the above url.
Thanks Slomo, licience stickers ordered! The send me a pdf just in case until the new one arrives.
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1 hour ago, slomo said:
For Parry Sound I would imagine it is quicker to go to Service Ontario - I would recommend the privately run branch in Mactier:
https://www.ontario.ca/locations/serviceontario/high-and-front-mactier
Great thing about it is open Saturdays. Your sticker will be free so might as well get the two year version. Reasonably certain that bringing your old registration paperwork and possibly insurance pink slip (although I have never had to show this) would make things easier especially with the address change.
Might want to phone ahead to check opening hours for covid ?
They also stock these - Dragonfly Wingman - pick up a couple for the spring - they really work!:
There is also Service Ontario down on Bay St. Parry Sound. Links to renewing on-line at the above url.
Thanks Slomo!
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Stupid Question: Just noticed that i have not updated my license sticker on the side of the sled since 2020. Is this something that i have to go to the drivers license office to renew or is it something that can be done online?
I am assuming that the renewal was sent to my old address, so never thought anything about it...
Thanks in advance for any help...
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5 hours ago, Turbo Doo said:
While i am choosing to be neutral on the topic of To travel or not To Travel during the lockdown, it would be interesting to hear from the business owners. Our first trip north is booked for after the lockdown, so time will tell...
Not up north but in Parry Sound, most restaurant log books have been largely from the 519,416 area codes all summer/fall. The biggest complaint that i have heard is not from the visits from the city people, but the attitude that some of them bring. Its been a hard year for all restaurants and the wait staff, and i think they are fed up with the crap. All the locals here seem to understand that we want the business, but it does come at a risk. Some restaurants would have rather stayed open for take out with all the travelers, and some are doing that like the Duck Rock Restaurant in my home town Dunchurch.
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As many small businesses are hurting badly during this time, people just won't keep still or stop with gatherings sadly. I somewhat understand why the full lockdown. My wife's parents in Burlington are pretty well out running errands every day it seems. We just shake our head.
I live in a remote community in the green zone and our numbers have been good since the start, BUT the amount of cottagers from red and lockdown zones have been outrageous. They just are not coming up and staying to their own they are living life as usual up here. (Don't want to say everyone, because it's not), going to the restaurants, doing all their shopping, etc. Great for the local bussiness yes, but quite dangerous for the local population. Nothing wrong with curbside pickup, but some want to walk around instore and touch everything.
I'm not saying don't travel for sledding, but what I am suggesting is to limit your interactions. Maybe take out when you stop for lunch, etc.... I know winter will be a bit of a challenge this year for many but please try to think of others in your sledding travels. I have heard some feedback from some of the local waitresses and they say that a good number of guests have been quite rude and snappy this year. Try to be nice, its been pretty hard for everyone, especially for the people who feed us.
Merry Christmas everyone!
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31 minutes ago, Yamforlife said:
http://www.gisapplication.lrc.gov.on.ca/CLUPA/Index.html?site=CLUPA&viewer=CLUPA&locale=en-US
Crown land Atlas ....stay off private property!
This will be a handy map for many. The parts shops will be busy this year with all the stump and rock hits. Bring ur shovels
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We will see how many people really give a crap what they say. I for one will be out riding regardless what the F$%$ they say (lots of areas around here to ride, most of the spots i have been riding for 40 years, and my father another 10 years before that. Way before there were groomed trails). I fish and hunt for food, so they would not be able to stop that i am thinking. I do respect private land, but there are many who don't and this year will be the worst for our sport.
Also looking at the fact that so many new people coming into the sport that overpaid on their sleds...I don't think it is going to be a good year for private property owners sadly. I hope i am wrong.
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8 hours ago, Blake G said:
I loaned an XS 1100 motorcycle to a friend in 1981. He totalled it and apologized. Needless to say I never loaned a bike again.
Until 2013. A different friend borrowed and totalled my 1500 Goldwing. This friend apologized and actually felt terrible.
In both cases I knew the risk when I made the loan, and I don't mind that no money was offered.
I would have to agree with this one. You lend it to a friend you risk it. Insurance also may not pay out if an uninsured rider is running it it as well. Usually if I borrow something I am way more careful than I am if is my own. A few bucks would be a nice gesture.
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16 hours ago, thetorches said:
Hello. Does anyone own or have an opinion on a Stealth Glacier 7×16 inline trailer. Seems comparable to the Pro Starr inline. I like the extra 6" intetior height and smooth roof panels. It also has two gas doors. Thanks for any info.
I have a Stealth 16' V aluminum, and all i can say it has been the worst trailer i have every owned, and i own about 8 trailers currently and many in the past. From the start there was some poor welding on the frame and some holes burnt through it, and i had to fix that before safety. second, all the spring shackle hangers were cold welded to the frame angle iron and one had let go on me in on route. i had to completely rebuild this part of the trailer (cut off and re weld on new heavier duty brackets.) in the first year i just about broke every spring on the damn thing, so i have up'd the weights on the springs. The whole trailer had to be rewired just after the first year as there were many loose dangling connections behind the plywood that was shorting out. There was much much more, but i would have to write too much....i would suggest doing a quick google search on Stealth trailers and read the google reviews. if i remember they also have a facebook aimed at stealths bad workmanship. and you will see many of the problems that i faced with this piece of Sh$t. I now have it in good running condition, but had to rebuild the whole dam thing. I bought it from Miska trailers, and they would not do a damn thing. only trailer i had bought from them and last.
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17 hours ago, sheza Classic said:
Can anyone tell me if they have stayed at Rocky's cabins. I understand they have no bathrooms and I am ok with that. Probably February or March trip for one night.
1. Warm?
2. Clean?
3. Lots of parking for 3 Trucks and Trailers?
4. Any info would be appreciated.
Thanks
Stayed in the cabins last year for a night with a riding buddy from here. it was clean and warm and parking right in front of cabin. There were 4 beds (2 bunk beds) and lots of room for 2 people, would have been a bit crammed with 4 people and gear. I found the food alright, you can use the store washrooms when they are open for a warm toilet seat, or when they are closed there is a VERRY cold outhouse to use (i think they heat it sometimes). My wife would have never delt with the cold outhouse, but for us it was just fine. They were friendly and if i remember it was very inexpensive to stay here, and since we spent most of our time on the sleds we didn't need to spend an arm and a leg on sleeping.
Todays Ride
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That looks great, thank you for some inside info! A group of will be heading there coming Saturday for 8 days! We will try to stay out of alma st Jean areas. We may head north of lac st Jean through valin around tudussac to saugaunay then down Mt apical and stay at la tuque. I hope they get snow, but does not look promising.