The Battle Over Yellowstone Continues: Get Involved
July 28, 2010
It’s baa-aa-ack. Just when you thought the snowmobiles-in-Yellowstone issue was going away (OK, admit it, if you’ve been following this thing, you’ve NEVER thought the issue was going away), another list of proposals for winter access to Yellowstone National Park has been launched. Several of the proposals, of course, include banning you, I and all other snowmobile riders from this great American... [Read more]
Will New Swedish Sensation Remind Of The Flying Finn?
July 23, 2010
Quick: Name your favorite Scandinavian snocross star! When most North American snowmobile race fans think of racers from Scandinavia, the first name that pops into their head is Toni Haikonen. The “Flying Finn” came stateside in the mid 1990s and changed our sport with his high-flying, dynamic style that made him a joy to watch on the track. What’s... [Read more]
Maki Becomes World Champ, Times Two
July 21, 2010
2010 World Champions When I think of the Grantsburg World Championship Watercross Race, I think of my most favorite weekend of the year, blazing hot sun, delicious lemonade and the street dances that I love so much. After this years 34th Annual World Championship Race I’ve added one more thing, or should I say person, to that list. Chad Maki. [Read more] Read More →
Is Hibbert’s Excellence Good For Snocross?
April 30, 2010
When you’re watching competition in person or on TV, which would you rather see: Excellence in action, or an event where anybody could win? I could take either side of that argument, so that’s why I’m asking you. Some of you are probably already seeing through my opening lines to the real question: Is Tucker Hibbert’s domination good for snowmobile racing? Tucker Hibbert at the... [Read more]
Rags To Riches: Snowmobiling’s Steve Arpin To Race At Talladega in Nationwide Series
April 20, 2010
Right about now, it’s good to be Steve Arpin. Steve Arpin, after a victory at Eagle River. Oval racing fans may remember Steve – the Fort Frances, Ontario, native who used to race the No. 00 Polaris sleds at tracks across the Upper Midwest in the last 1990s and early 2000s. Aside from being a quality young racer, Arpin was also a true character at the track – personable,... [Read more]
Xtreme Mountain Racing Visits the Wyman Winter Festival
February 19, 2010
Selby! Craig, Colorado – XMR put on a great Show at the Wyman Winter Festival in Craig, Colorado this past weekend. With over 3,400 spectators in attendance the festivities were fun for everyone. From snocross, to drags, the vintage show, the snodeo, fireworks and finals under the lights there was no shortage of winter snowmobiling fun. XMR hauled snow for almost two weeks and built a great... [Read more]
New Yamaha Sled: Power Steering?
January 13, 2010
I spent yesterday riding a new, presumably 2011 Yamaha snowmobile. I don’t know its name, I don’t know what engine it features, and I’m not exactly sure what makes the steering so light. In fact, here’s everything I know about this exciting new sled….um….uh…..well, it has a track…. OK, that might be an exaggeration — it comes in a version of the... [Read more]
Oval Racing Photos From Shakopee
January 5, 2010
With the Eagle River World Championship Derby less than two weeks away, it’s time to tease you with some oval racing shots from the season-opening racing in Shakopee, Minnesota. To see the images, click on the photo tab on the upper nav bar. We’ve photos of all the top racers who appeared at the event — and many of whom will be those to watch at the Derby. Moyle, Wahl, Bewcyk, Schulz,... [Read more]
In Support of Breast Cancer Awareness
October 16, 2009
It’s hard to live life anywhere in the mainstream and be surprised to learn that October is breast cancer awareness month. Even members of NFL teams are sporting pink shoes and hat brims in support of the cause. It’s also hard to find someone who isn’t in one way or another impacted by breast cancer. Breast cancer affects 1 in 8 women in their lifetime, so chances are you... [Read more]
Judnick Motorsports Hentges Racing Working Together
July 14, 2009
Judnick Motorsports and Hentges Racing have always worked together as a phenomenal part of the Polaris Racing Team…this year they are taking it to a new level! They will remain two individual racing teams with their incredibly talented racer line-ups but will combine sled building, research and development via legendary snowmobile racer and mechanical expert…Tim Bender. Bender will remain... [Read more]