that's the 96 XLT - my first ever snow checked sled with my own money I had the same skid plate, ski skins,  grills done in purple and a light cover on it. Did an Erlandson clutch kit/helix and spring swap I was so proud of that sled and it was so fun to ride. Put 3700 miles on it in the 1st winter and that was it. Onto the Ultra 680   That one looks well cared for. Hard to find them in that shape it seems  

Nice to hear you are still running the XLT.  A handful of us in the Sault Ste. Marie - Elliot Lake area run wedges as our primary sleds as well.  Here's Mike and I at Dunlop Lake Lodge on Sunday. AJ was also on his XLT that day, but down in Elliot Lake.

Thanks Eric.  Appreciate it.  The Co-Organizer and I met on Sunday and we will target February 2026 for next year.  Earlier in the season to help reduce potential Spring meltdowns.  Exact date TBA.

Awesome day, 425km, other then A trail thru Kap (along hy.11) trails were fantastic especially northern loops (L125, L159, L165, & L163).  Highlight of the day was seeing two Moose on the L159 just before it meets the L165.  Conditions were spectacular, snowing heavy in Hearst right now.  No premium gas in Smooth Rock, first time getting fuel in Moonbeam, it may be the new fuel stop moving forward for us.  Can’t wait for tomorrow's ride! 

So after three failed attempts to ride Quebec with my (now 17 years old) son (Christmas and March break last year , and Christmas this year) - we finally made it! Trailered to New Liskeard - left 1:09pm, in at Amos in good time. Checked yesterday and today and Atmosphere had lots of room options , and heck it’s a Monday night. In 300 km we saw 10 sleds and a groomer total. well - arrived and it was fully booked! so headed over to Nouvelle Fronteirre (redone hotel next to the petro can). Nice place so far.   Up to  Chibougamau tomorrow, and yep - booked a room ahead of time!   trails were 9.5 all afternoon.