Grassman24

looks like this years trip is week of 2/17. First day leave from lecabanon,  up to parent then 100 lacs. Second day ride to rabaska lodge.  second day going to check out devils mountain and windigo falls. maybe check out mekoos.   any other spots or places to see in this area? is there any outfitters near by? warming huts?  possibly 3rd day back to lecabanon or some where else. 3-5 days thinking on this trip.  

I watch the other videos as well from the post on dootalk and you catch an epic aventure! really funny to watch, those 2 guys got the ride of their life... backward! The comments on the video are really good and funny.
probably the best funny sled video I seen! thanks for having shared!

I laughed my butt off when I heard that Diesel engine growl, you knew it was on like Donkey Kong for those two. Best part, driver handed the groomer operator cash for the tow. 

It looks like the Groomer operator clicked it into 2nd gear and never looked back!!  Very funny!

Grassman and I took a trip to Le Cababon 2 weeks ago with the help of folks on this board.  So I though I should share one of the highlights:
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FYI.. in the morning always sit in the section by the bar entrance or in front of the register. That’s Frank’s section, he’ll have you guys in an out quick.
They have a couple of new young waitresses that are really slow.
when going to Mattiwan, once you run threw a parking area for trailers and stop at the stop sign, the trail goes into the woods across the road.That section was a whooped goat path. You could run the road until you can make a left into the red open gate which puts you back on the trail and avoids that particular section of trail.
Maybe that section of trail will be different by the time you run it but man was it Brutal. Just a heads up.
Also if your going to Repo from the 33 north side, they have you running multiple lakes as of now which will give you the opportunity to really unleash those turbos.👍

M20 is a really nice ride.  Definitely worth it.

Coming from a fellow Irishman that knew a few Italians over the years....
Head down to the Central in St Michels des Saints on Thursday night.  Might be some local talent putting on a show

"Munson always looking for the best eats. I never worry about getting a good meal riding with him. "
That's the difference between being Italian and being Irish!

Munson always looking for the best eats. I never worry about getting a good meal riding with him. 

Munson always looking for the best eats. I never worry about getting a good meal riding with him. 

1 January 
-2c  that’s a wrap on this storm, very nice dump. Let’s keep em coming.
nice feeling knowing I will not be in the big rig all night for the next few days trucking it away. 
#nodeneigementforme

 

Trak maps are excellent, that is what I use.
just keep in mind since that area is not fully setup with signage, you’ll find yourself running some sections of trail from previous years not current.

^^^ Real Masse, excellent food!  Steak👍

Hey guys, just got back from the LaCabanon 26/31. Actually left while the 6 + inches of snow was going on. You’ll have no problems leaving sleds in the corral, Dennis does a nice job having a night watchman walking the trailer pen throughout the night keeping an eye on any suspicious activity. Be careful out on the trails because underneath all the new snow there are icy turns with some rocks but believe me it’s not as bad as the INTERNET says it is. Signage is not 100% with a lot of reroutes north of dam.Was able to ride 910 miles while up there.
Who ever is considering going up, just go and have fun.

Food is very good.  I never heard of a sled getting stolen from their corral.  They close/lock it at night, I don’t recall the time, 10 or 11.  They open it at 7.  I wouldn’t leave your sleds in the trailer out in the truck trailer compound.  Although they watch it, it would not be hard for someone to walk in, unload it and ride it out.  Load up the morning that you leave, not the night before.

I'll be riding with Grassman24.
How's the food at Le Cabanon? Is there anyplace else locally to eat?
Do sleds get stolen even out of the corral?
Thanks for all the tips.

We are planning a trip there also starting the 12th. Good place to start early season. mrgrumpers suggestions perfect. Lock your trucks together in parking lot and your sleds together in sled corral and you will be fine. Gas and food on site. If you get a room on lake side get to watch ametuer drag racing all day/evening. Bring bathing suit, nice indoor pool/hot tub. We are group of 5 or 6 all Doo's. A couple shots of the place.

You will have no problem keeping yourself entertained in that area.  You can spend a day each going East, North, and West...probably South by the time you leave.  Grab a map and pick your route for the day.  LeCabanon will have plenty of maps at the front desk. Pretty easy to do loops to whatever you want for miles.  Make sure to include some of the orange local trails too. 

How many miles per day you looking to do? But here are some loops we normally do when we go up.  I would just use the map and plan out days.  Also recommend since its your first time to get the app for the phone.  While on wifi load the map and your route for the day.  Put it on airplane mode but you will still have access to the map and your location.  It can really help for your first time.

http://fcmq.viaexplora.com/i?s=IwGgzA7ALArADANgTEBtAtA4YCcOojARhEgwAcMMO5ICsATALohxrBEJjwIgPkkUYOOWC10MKOQYQQ6WMDgsMwBnAgxg_PmHI4UmOHFV9E5AsEk4ITIA&r=2 - up to the repos
  http://fcmq.viaexplora.com/i?s=IwGgzA7ALArADBATFEBtAtANmIgHGUYCAiEGXKCGAThE0rAF0Q41gjMx5MyaRFsYWugHU4iZhhwIYwaimBxy2ECMTVcpdLjyLGQA&r=2 - check to make sure the river is frozen and has been marked    http://fcmq.viaexplora.com/i?s=IwGgzA7ALArADBAbADhAbQLSOGAnLxEYCMYkGZKYZMERKZRAXRDnWGMTHkIwCY4UEP3qlhwPjD59wyZHD4tMEhDGC4h9YQwgbhKRIRgwGwJkA&r=2 - head up to black mountain, really cool views.  Also gray jays will eat crackers from your hand    http://fcmq.viaexplora.com/i?s=IwGgzA7ALArADADhgThAbQLQDY4wVKEBLFEPGGScAJiggF0Q51hgIsx4sQNaFmMwBBGDUe1ashgQQUMMlg9gMYI0yi4EFQpAkIcVPriFeFOTzrA43QRGT0gA&r=2 - southern loop through the fields 

1 January
-3c  Still Snowing
solid 12” 
Happy New Year

31 December 
-1c  snow continues. 
It is a whole new world today compared to yesterday morning. 
Close to 8” so far.

30 December 
solid 4” still snowing nicely. 
Its a beautiful sight.

27 December 
-3c with freezing drizzle right now.
not alot to be excited about yet. Maybe 5” of snow on the ground. It’s white and surely more encouraging than looking at the grass. We need a major storm or two to kick things into gear.
River St Mauricie not safe at all yet. Way too early for me to trust the Ice anywhere yet. Sure it might be fine, but it will be surely better in a few weeks. 
Showing snow for Tuesday but only time will tell. 
When it is time it will be time. Good things come to those who wait. 
Or we can all drive to Abitibi. No?