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A match to my 800. I seen a 600 and 800 on kijiji with 260kms on them both. Jeff in Cambridge. I showed my wife the matching 600 and she said absolutely not. She said no to the Doo too. I should have just bought the Polaris and said, SURPRISE! lol After 45 years of knowing her, I think she's serious when she says she's done with the sport. It's been a few years coming.

Wow. I forgot how much shyte I would need starting from scratch. I sold everything last year with intentions of getting out. I should have known better. In the last two weeks I bought a trailer, followed by a sled and then got a second trailer more suitable. Helmet, stand, jacket, lift, dollies and fluids. Havent had time to even look at the sled yet and of course I need the trail pass. Fortunately, last years sale cash went back into the trusty mad fund.

I've used shims on quite a few sleds but cant say I noticed a difference in wear. In cases of running railbeds at high speed it made a scary darting situation go away while keeping a single runner.

Ok, so I'm an old guy with a new liquid cooled procharged hemi computer and I dont know what to do with it.

Thread started optimistic.....for about 5 posts. lol I got a trailer one day, sled the next day, picked up a helmet, picked up a jacket and stand today. My wife always says to me, "the world just opens up for you". So..... we are going to get snow dammit!!!

Went to Royal this morning and picked up the FXR Octane F.A.S.T. All the price tags said $429 as does the website. Cant get that pic upright no how.

I had older Doo's from the 90's and mid 2000's that were fine. Had a 17 Blizzard and hated it. Wife liked it, so thats all that mattered

If it was the Polaris 600 I would have bought it right away. Just not a Doo guy.

My wife lost interest but I might need a backup just incase. Nice package for the right price?? https://www.kijiji.ca/v-snowmobile/owen-sound/2019-skidoo-mxz-tnt-600r/1702922041

I have a 2 piece float assist suit I mainly use in the boat or extremely cold days on the sled. I rarely run any lake trails these days. I am open to anything though. Even looked at mono suits. I wear large size in most gear, but I also have xl that fit like large. Thats why I hesitate to order online. No dealers close to me and canadian tire doesnt have their snowmobiling stuff out yet. I may have to head to the sled show or royal distributing. I have HJC and Choco gear but it's old and dated. Here's last years old and dated. Maybe time for an upgrade?? lol

The line I was looking at is more suited to tobogganing than sledding. Get what you pay for.....errr, used to. lol I'm a little apprehensive about ordering online. How does the FXR gear fit in general? Some say different gear fits differently. As in a large fits like most other brands extra large? Strong Farmer might have a good idea about attending the snowmobile show. Although the last time we went the prices had been on par or better "in store" during previous sales. My work van is in for brakes all round and front bearing/hub assembly. Just had the wifes CRV in for pre winter work. All it needed was a starter. Bear of a job. Once I get the bill for the pair of them I might be gun shy about buying new gear. 😭

I'm definitely not the latest greatest guy. Heck, I'd buy used in good clean condition. I did watch a promo on the rrx line and it's not for me. The price is, but it's at the lower end of wind and water proof. I dont like to feel the wind . Chills me.

Looking online I see an FXR RRX jacket on sale for $277 from FortNine. Anyone use this line? I've never worn FXR. Is it suitable for milder days down to -10? I have cold weather gear, but sold my daily use gear last season with the sled. Any other suggestions are good too. Thanks

I ended up picking up a 2019 XC800 129 with 2454km. Lady owned and ridden. I havent had time to get into it too deep, but all the obvious things seem ready to ride. We'll see once I get into it. I posted it in topic "that time again"

Hit up Lilies restaurant in Midland. Bruce Vessair and his wife own and operate as far as I know. Seen a post somewhere about it

Is there another way to steer. lol Pulling the limiter down and shimming the ski rubbers can make a night and day difference. My ol' srx 700 was on rails afterwards. How are you liking the xcr? Is handling everything expected?

Tried to never miss the Georgian cup. Gary Vessair hit speeds of over 100mph in the sno pro division. I believe it was a first for the cup race here. The Vandolder bro's were the home town favorites in those days. Watched Jacques Villeneuve race here before he went F1 racing.

Well that made for a long day. Got back around 11pm. Not a pretty trailer, but everything is new and it's off my plate. new wheels, tires, hubs and bearings, lights, wiring, tongue jack and tilt assist. 15 year old Northland single with no rot. It'll do what I need it to do. Just a quick trip to Royal for gear left to do. And of course tear the sled down to look for gremlins. We better get some damn snow. lol

Looks like I'm off to Keswick tonight.

I just need a single trailer now. I picked up the double because it was close, same as the sled. I dont have time in the fall to be diken around, so I just tend to get shyte done. Unfortunately this trailer wont fit in the portable shelter. No room for a bigger shelter. I posted it for trade on a single but people seem to think I might want their 4x8 utility trailer. I only have a few blocks to get to a local drop spot. If I hit the highway it's never very far. I tarp the sled, throw the cover on it and hit the carwash on return. Sucks not having space at my house. Last year I picked up a down and dirty trailer just to get a sled home from the Keswick/Georgina area. Sold the trailer and ended up right back in Keswick for another trailer. I found one this morning right back in the same damn area.wtf. Geographically, I hate going there from Owen Sound. Having to go so far south to get across the river before heading back north makes it seem like a long drive. Too much traffic for my liking. Seems like all the decent deals I come across are in that area or towards Ottawa. I'm definitely not going as far as Ottawa for a bargain. Morning rant now subsiding as the caffein level rises.

It's still early for sled listings. Maybe post up what your looking for with a good description. Alot of folks havent even thought about sleds yet but it might be sitting right around the corner from you.

"That time again" came and went. Picked up the trailer last night and left it at the shop. Took my boat to storage today and went to peak at the Polaris. Took the trailer with me. After an hour of small talk, I said I have 8k in my pocket and a trailer in your driveway. I didnt expect them to come down $1500, but....

Got the story on that. Her viper turned the tunnel into a tossed salad first day of a week long trip after breaking the front skid shaft. Tossed everything out the back like it went through a shredder. Totalled. They went to the closest dealer and bought another sled.

Eye ballin this too. Bought the trailer unseen and picked it up last night. Better than I expected. Zero rust. Of course I forgot my plate but I think you have a grace period as long as you have the paper work

I dont think I'll use the xcr to it's limits anyway. I prefer a 600/650 in the 129. Seem rare so far. There will plenty more sleds to come yet although in my experience they will go up in price. Especially if we see early snow. lol