How many of you remember the first time you saw a snowmobile? Your first ride on one? Your first sled? I was recently looking at some old family photos and started thinking about my early snowmobile experiences.My family moved to Goffstown NH in February of 1969. It was shortly after that move that I saw a snowmobile for the first time. I was at a friend’s house on Mountain Road and one of his … [Read more...] about The Best Christmas Present: 1971 Sno Jet Star Jet Deluxe
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Trail Conditions Vary Widely
With the recent heavy snowfall in parts of New Hampshire there has been renewed interest in the NHSA web map and the corresponding iPhone and Droid map apps.Recently there have been many updates to the trail map in cooperation with the clubs and in partnership with the NH Bureau of Trails.The map indicates regional Trail Status defined as: Available, Limited Availability and Unavailable.Since the … [Read more...] about Trail Conditions Vary Widely
Upgrade Your Snowmobile Suspension With Grease Fittings Also Known As Zerks
If you want to increase performance and longevity, upgrade your snowmobile suspension with grease fittings, also known as Zerks.It’s a straight-forward DIY project that can be tackled on a weekend with basic tools.Where Did My Grease Zerks Go?I’m not exactly sure when they disappeared, maybe 2003? All I know is that some jerk omitted the Zerks from my snowmobile.Maybe not all of them, but my … [Read more...] about Upgrade Your Snowmobile Suspension With Grease Fittings Also Known As Zerks
2021 NH Open Snowmobile Registration Weekend March 5-7
Those looking for a winter adventure in New Hampshire may want to make plans for the 2021 NH Open Snowmobile Registration Weekend March 5-7.NH Fish and Game reports that during the three-day NH Open Snowmobile Registration Weekend, sleds legally registered to ride in other states and provinces will be able to operate on New Hampshire’s trails.All New Hampshire laws and regulations regarding the … [Read more...] about 2021 NH Open Snowmobile Registration Weekend March 5-7
Analyzing the Cause of Snowmobile Accidents: The Three Highest Contributing Factors
When a NH Fish and Game officer investigates a snowmobile accident they look at the factors which contributed to the accident.There are 17 factors that are listed on the accident report form. These factors range from unsafe speed, alcohol/drugs, mechanical issues, icy trails, etc.When the officer completes the accident report, there may be multiple factors that caused this accident to occur. It is … [Read more...] about Analyzing the Cause of Snowmobile Accidents: The Three Highest Contributing Factors
Clubs Depend On Volunteers, No Matter How Large or Small Your Contribution
I’m sure all the clubs are busy making the trails ready for the upcoming season, this requires the help of a lot of volunteers. If you haven’t volunteered to help, contact your local club, and do your share to make this sport happen. Even a few hours can be a benefit to the club. What you do, is that much less that has to be done.As the president of our local club a few years ago I learned the … [Read more...] about Clubs Depend On Volunteers, No Matter How Large or Small Your Contribution