If you're like many of us, the massive amount of snow that has fallen on the United States this season has you thinking it's time to get a new snowmobile. There are over 225,000 miles of groomed snowmobile trails in North America and an almost infinite amount of ungroomed free-ride terrain. I know that during winters when there is a lot of snowfall, I start thinking that I need a new one. The question always seems to come up to me though-which new sled do I want? That's a hard question to answer. There are so many snowmobiles that selecting the right one can be a challenge. Different engine sizes and types, track lengths, chassis packages, and more make selecting the right ride something that takes time. And on top of that, you have to pick the manufacturer you like best. Look inward Before you look at all the different sleds out there, the first thing you should do is look at yourself, Kale Wainer, a public relations manager with Arctic Cat, told me. You need to assess your riding skills. Are you completely new to snowmobiling and motorsports, or do you have years of riding experience? "No matter what [...]
