American Snowmobiler February 2009

Cool News
Rumor Mill 2010, top groomer, spy shots, hall of fame inducts 4 and more! Check it out on the home page!
By AmSnow staff


Dynotest
Production Z1 Turbo pulls 183 horsepower at 7,500 rpm.
By Mark Boncher


Comparison Test: The Workers!
Comparison of Arctic Cat, Polaris and Yamaha's utility sleds.
By Mark Savage


Back in the 'Dacks!
AmSnow celebrates 19th year of Adirondack Shootouts in Woodgate, NY.
By Mark Boncher


Those '70s sleds!
The history of the growth of the industry in the '70s when big changes were made to the sleds.
By Mark Savage


Blink and they are gone
Some snowmobile manufacturers slipped away in the 1970s.
By Mark Savage


Speed racer!!!
Johnson's Pegasus became the "fastest snowmobile" in 1971 at the Bonneville Salt Flats.
By Olav Aaen


Herd alert!
Heavy snows cause more wildlife to wander onto the trails and create more sightings and dangers.
By Cathy Genthner


How to: Change your brakes
Checking your brakes for mechanical wear periodically is key to sled safety!
By Bob Island


Tech Notes: More performance
New reed valves are allowing companies to push for fuel efficiency.
By Olav Aaen


Ask the experts: Clutching tips and more!
Cat, Ski-Doo, and vintage tech advice.
By AmSnow staff


Product test: Fast Airwave rear suspension
The new suspension allows for greater comfort and control.
By Paul Johnson


Future Products: 2-stroke power help
Boyesen's exhaust trapping valve may aid low-end power and cut emissions.
By Bob Island


Hot Products
Check out our new products online in our Hot Products section under the Buyers Guide tab.
By Julie Kuczynski


West Report: 'Father Summit'
Chris Ruske was the driving force behind Ski-Doo's mountain sled program.
By Matt Allred


Travel: On the borders
Pittsburg, N.H. is a snowmobile hotspot because of its location near the White Mountains and Quebec.
By Mike Carr

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