Blake G Posted March 24, 2015 Share Posted March 24, 2015 Seguin trail near Sprucedale? http://m.northbaynipissing.com/news-story/5521612-15-year-old-in-hospital-after-snowmobile-crash/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
white dragon Posted March 24, 2015 Share Posted March 24, 2015 sucks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wildbill Posted March 24, 2015 Share Posted March 24, 2015 we do not know does anyone have more information? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blake G Posted March 24, 2015 Author Share Posted March 24, 2015 I did a google search, and saw the same press release at multiple news outlets: Almaguin News SPRUCEDALE – A 15-year-old girl was taken to hospital after a snowmobile collision. On March 21 at approximately 2 p.m., the Almaguin Highlands OPP was called to a single snowmobile collision. The collision occurred on Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Club trail C103D in the Township of McMurrich/Monteith. The 15-year-old female driver from Tecumseh, Ont. was travelling north when she lost control of her snowmobile and struck a tree. The driver was airlifted by Ornge Air Ambulance to hospital with serious injuries. Speed is believed to be a factor in the collision. OPP will update as more information is available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR85GT Posted March 24, 2015 Share Posted March 24, 2015 Here's hoping for a full and speedy recovery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Yarek Posted March 24, 2015 Share Posted March 24, 2015 Lucky she is young heal fast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nunz Posted March 24, 2015 Share Posted March 24, 2015 RIP...... Just read this online this afternoon.. http://www.muskokaonline.com/Start/PoliceReports/tabid/95/newsid459/8177/Snowmobiler-Dies-of-Injuries-After-Crash/Default.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02Sled Posted March 24, 2015 Share Posted March 24, 2015 Wow... tragic... RIP. Things like this can be a sobering reminder of what can happen if you are going too fast or not paying attention.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuyuna Posted March 24, 2015 Share Posted March 24, 2015 Late season, lots of icy spots. Wondering if studs / adequate carbides were in use? Too many sleds are lacking good equipment too many times. They never disclose the technical aspects, just alcohol and/or speed. I think the technical side needs more awareness brought to it. Used to sled on the Holland River where many accidents and fatalities could have been prevented by adequate traction controls. Never gets mentioned in police reports and coroners' reports/findings are never released. Just my opinion... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MR85GT Posted March 24, 2015 Share Posted March 24, 2015 Different crash with tragic results...rip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
extreme600 Posted March 24, 2015 Share Posted March 24, 2015 RIP So sorry to hear of both. Condolences to the family of the gentleman who passed away. Hopefully the young girl recovers from this. So tragic Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classic Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 Late season, lots of icy spots. Wondering if studs / adequate carbides were in use? Too many sleds are lacking good equipment too many times. They never disclose the technical aspects, just alcohol and/or speed. I think the technical side needs more awareness brought to it. Used to sled on the Holland River where many accidents and fatalities could have been prevented by adequate traction controls. Never gets mentioned in police reports and coroners' reports/findings are never released. Just my opinion... Maybe just SLOW down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aar0n Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 Maybe just SLOW down.Seems that doesn't cross people's minds these days. I also disagree with the opp saying in every report speed was a factor...no crap it was...even doing 30kmh if you hit a tree not pretty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sledjunk Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 Seems that doesn't cross people's minds these days. I also disagree with the opp saying in every report speed was a factor...no crap it was...even doing 30kmh if you hit a tree not pretty The only time speed is not a factor is when you are stopped! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02Sled Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 Seems that doesn't cross people's minds these days. I also disagree with the opp saying in every report speed was a factor...no crap it was...even doing 30kmh if you hit a tree not pretty what other reason is there for hitting a tree on a trail besides going too fast and not being able to stay on the trail. Just part of our nature it seems to want to know what and why. In some they will refer to alcohol being a factor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domino Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 what other reason is there for hitting a tree on a trail besides going too fast and not being able to stay on the trail. Just part of our nature it seems to want to know what and why. In some they will refer to alcohol being a factor. Offiscer, I hit da twee bacuz twit whas der. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
02Sled Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 I was riding down the trail minding my own business when out of the middle of nowhere this tree jumped out in front of me. I couldn't swerve in time to miss it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aar0n Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 what other reason is there for hitting a tree on a trail besides going too fast and not being able to stay on the trail. Just part of our nature it seems to want to know what and why. In some they will refer to alcohol being a factor.Exactly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FreezerBurnt Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 I was riding down the trail minding my own business when out of the middle of nowhere this tree jumped out in front of me. I couldn't swerve in time to miss it. one good rut can throw you off too into the bush Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blake G Posted March 27, 2015 Author Share Posted March 27, 2015 or maybe another sledder, or an animal....but speed or alchohol will certainly magnify any other problems Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingo Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 one good rut can throw you off too into the bush A rut is less likely to throw you into the bush if you are sober and riding at a sensible speed for the prevailing conditions. Riding a sled that matches the operators experience and ability also helps. Way to many people on the trails who think they have to have the most powerful sled on the market and that they have to ride it full out all day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Yarek Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 A rut is less likely to throw you into the bush if you are sober and riding at a sensible speed for the prevailing conditions. Riding a sled that matches the operators experience and ability also helps. Way to many people on the trails who think they have to have the most powerful sled on the market and that they have to ride it full out all day. I disagree with that I say a person going white knuckle will have more control then the nature gawkers but booze changes everything to no good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrhz06 Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 Also, lets not dismiss mechanical failure. I would venture to guess that most accidents are associated with riding beyond ones ability, whether they are riding too fast for the conditions or impairment by alcohol/drugs. Other factors coming into play are accident avoidance with oncoming asshats, animal avoidance and mechanical failure. Don't know what caused this accident but speculation usually isn't productive. I hope the rider heals quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aar0n Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 Also, lets not dismiss mechanical failure. I would venture to guess that most accidents are associated with riding beyond ones ability, whether they are riding too fast for the conditions or impairment by alcohol/drugs. Other factors coming into play are accident avoidance with oncoming asshats, animal avoidance and mechanical failure. Don't know what caused this accident but speculation usually isn't productive. I hope the rider heals quickly. Indeed speculation is no good Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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