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A tribute from Sébastien Ferron, SledMagazine.com contributor and creator of Tazmonster Sleds and Bikes, in memory of Denis Lavoie. This is my farewell message to my friend. It is for Denis. For his family. And for everyone whose life he touched. The Message That Started It All December 3, 2022, at 12:27 p.m. This message […]
On January 31, I headed to the Chaudière-Appalaches region, more specifically to the Club de motoneige Beauceville. My goal was clear: attend Drag Hors-la-Loi 5.0, an event that has become a must for snowmobile performance enthusiasts. It was my third time in Beauceville for this type of competition. Located just forty-five minutes from Québec City, it’s […]
Replace the Track on a Polaris RMK Khaos Slash: Complete Guide When was the last time you replaced your snowmobile’s track? If you didn’t know, this is a critical step to maintain the performance of a mountain snowmobile. In this detailed technical guide, I explain every step so you can do it yourself. Follow along […]
A Distribution That Improves Access to Safety Equipment We are pleased to announce that Highmark avalanche safety products, along with backcountry accessories and tools from Mountain Lab Gear, are now both distributed by Kimpex. This new distribution makes it easier to access essential equipment for off-trail snowmobiling in Quebec and across Canada. For the occasion, […]
Flooded Engine: Mechanical Guide to Starting a Polaris Patriot 850 or 900 Snowmobile Sometimes, for no apparent reason, a snowmobile refuses to start. Yet everything seems fine: battery, fuel, oil… So where does the problem come from? I own a 2024 Polaris snowmobile equipped with the 900 cc Patriot 9R engine. With a bit of research, […]
Back to early spring 2025. The announcement drops. Polaris offers the opportunity to test a Voyageur for the upcoming season. The initial reaction is simple. It’s impossible to know whether this is good news or a poisoned gift. The word “Voyageur” often evokes an entry-level snowmobile. Many still picture an old, air-cooled 550 fan, with little […]
When it comes to choosing a helmet for snowmobiling or ATV riding, expectations are high: maximum safety, exceptional comfort, and innovative features. The CKX Titan helmet meets these demands with a rugged design and advanced configuration options. This complete review highlights its strengths, its minor weaknesses, and provides valuable real-world feedback to help you choose […]
A Growing Passion for Snowmobile Drag Racing For the past few years, a true passion for snowmobile drag racing has taken hold. Each winter, new circuits and spectacular events attract riders and enthusiasts from all over Québec. With that in mind, I had to stop by the Méga Drag St-Antonin, near Rivière-du-Loup. An event known […]
When you want to face winter with confidence, a good jacket or high-performance bib is not enough. You need a complete kit from head to toe. In this field test, four pieces of gear from CKX are put to the test: the CKX Element jacket, the CKX Conquer bib, the CKX Colchester Pro boots and […]
