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I must be missing something, because the Universal in RDL is at the bottom of my list for places to stay in Quebec, terrible experience there! Prefer the smaller outfitters and try to avoid the big hotels like the Delta and Universal... We are looking at Maine as well for a Plan B, coming from Ohio the UP of Michigan is closer, but Maine is on the list of places to try. The North Shore of MN is excellent as well, if they have the snow - but that is a long haul for most! Hopefully this shit passes and Quebec is a go!

Sounds similar to our Hotel Universal - RDL experience last year, except we had reservations for everything...it’s on my list of “no go’s”. I totally agree, I would much prefer a “Bush Lodge/Outfitter” vs a big Hotel in town - I hate sidewalks, LOL. Hot Tubs and Suanas are a huge plus at the end of a long day, but the people often times make the place. Good people/owners can make a shit hole great and they can make a 5 Star place a “ No Go” for sure. We just got home from Ravage, the place is impressive for sure and we had the place practically to ourselves! Think Snow

As a rider who enjoys both on and off trail, I think some additional education and resources would go a long way. We have spent a lot of time researching our off trail trips, we are always looking for legal places to play...it would be great to have a map that depicts this. Will this fix the issues, absolutely not - we are driving as I type this and every farm field with a trail we pass has corners cut and tracks everywhere...my guess is that most of these tracks are from trail riders, not those seeking out deep powder. I think if the snowmobile community works together, we can build something that caters to all riding types! - Our off trail trip was out of Pourvoirie Wapishish in February, we had a great time and never laid a track on the trails! - Think Snow

I'm riding a Snowbike this year too - we will see how it works out. Mont Valin in early Feb for a week!

I have had a few trailers over the years, I think I'm on number 18 in 8 years - from all my experiences this is my list: 7.5' wide - the perfect width, I have had narrower and wider, the 7.5' seems to be the sweet spot. Fuel Doors - we never use them Man Door - is a must IMO, we are always in and out all the time Finished Interior - I like something on the walls - protects the outside from the inside, and your buddies are never as careful as you are Interior height - 6'6" minimum, it is nice to walk around with your helmet on Length - 18'+V we can get 4 into with some work - I'd say go 20' or 22' Aluminum Wheels Axles - I like the idea of torsion's, but springs are easier to fix road side - we are currently running torsion's Helmet Cabinet - great for getting some stuff off the floor Here is the current rig - R&R PSD .... I have been really happy with R&R

Hi All, Looking to see if anyone knows of a snowmobile accessible only cabin rental, looking to ride mostly off trail from a remote base camp - I understand this presents the need to tow in supplies and gas, but we are looking at it as an overall adventure! Let me know if you have any suggestions. THINK SNOW

We stayed at Chenail Du Nord and linked from there over to Wapishish! This was the first week of Feb 2018!

Looking for some insight on where to head next week - 3/3 - 3/11 ... group of two from Akron, Ohio - we typically ride Quebec - mostly Mont Valin and St Michelle areas. Option 1 - Ontario - 520 miles or 8 hrs in the truck - Sault - Hearst- Cochrane - Timmins - Chapleau - Sault - this would be our first time in Ontario, not sure what to expect from a grooming/traffic stand point Option 2 - Western Quebec - 803 miles or 14 hrs in the truck - Val'dor - Matagami - Chib - Roberval - Gouin - Balbuzard - Val'dor - we have covered this are before Option 3 - Gaspe - 950 miles or 15 hrs in the truck - no set route as of yet, but I think your typical Gaspe loop would work for us. In Feb we rode the Cote-Nord and saw the North side of the St. Lawrence. The shorter drive to Ontario is appealing, but it is not the end all be all - unfortunately we are used to driving...we have season passes to Quebec, but again it is not a problem to buy an Ontario permit.

Does anyone have an update Way-points list they would care to share? Thanks

Yes

I have traded emails with them recently, I also purchased my annual permit from there site and it was redirect to the FCMQ . . . I just received the permit in the mail today and it was purchased on 12/9.

We are a group of 4 - we all ride well together! We like to have a plan in place as a guide, but we all realize things change and plans might have to adjust . . . I'm not sure we have had a trip workout exactly as planned on the computer. It looks like we might adjust Day 1 and split it into two lighter days, as of now it looks like we will be a late arrival into RDL and no reason to over do it on day one . . .

Here is a quick layout I did on the Interactive map - any issues with any of these days?

Hi All, I have been looking and reading at all the other loops people have done on the Gaspe, plan on giving it a go the first week of Feb. We would like to see the interior Chic Choc mtns as well as the coast, looking for the best layout to see the best of both and not miss any must do's if possible. I have contacted Dale and Louise at quebectrails and they suggested the following (leaving from RDL): "I would suggest staying on TQ5 as far as Mont St-Pierre then cutting down 597 to Murdochville, from there over to 595 down to New Richmond then to Chandler back up 597 to Murdochville again back to 595 then up to Matane." Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Think Snow

Update - just spoke with the federation and they claim that have a number of people in similar situations - they claim it is a Canadian Post issue. They advised me to use my 14 day temporary even tho it expired on 12/23 as they are aware of the problem and that I should put the paper temp permit in a plastic bag and tape it onto my sled! I guess I can get a replacement permit once we hit Quebec, but I hate paying for something that I already paid for...maybe since I posted this it will be in the mail box today!

So I waited till the deadline and purchased my season pass on 12/9 and I have yet to receive it in the mail . . . anyone else? All I have is my receipt and the computer generated 14 day temporary - I guess I will just bring my paperwork with me! I called the club that I used the online checkout from and they said to call the Federation, that is on my list of to do's today. THINK SNOW!!!

Personally I am not a fan of the LinQ Gas Can and luggage, this year I ran the following setup and it worked out great! WhiteOut Tech Rack, 2 Rotopaks mounted to the rack, and a Mountainsmith waterproof duffel (ROK straps are amazing to hold the duffel in place)! The LinQ mounts hold the rack on, so I can take everything off the sled with the 4 LinQ releases. I ran one rotopak for gas and one for oil!!

Looks like Ravage is closed, I need to confirm 100% but ...

Leaving Ohio on Wednesday 4/5/17 for one last run, the shorter the drive the better...but realize what we are chasing. Looking for the best option to get 3 final days in - below are a couple ideas we have, a lot has to do with the storm coming in Tuesday/Wednesday and what is open/closed. Open to input and suggestions!! Option 1 - (Safest) Truck to Mt Valin and ride the area for 3 days! Option 2 - Auberge le Cabanon - Gouin - 100 Lacs - le Cabanon OR Cabanon - Gouin - La Tuque - Cabanon Option 3 - Charlevoix Region- maybe start out of St. Brigitte-de-laval and run up to LeTape and maybe over to Ravage and back down!

Looking to get confirmation if Relais Wapishish is Open or Closed...Mont Valin region! Thanks

I think he is referring to this Trout Lake...pic is from last year!

We are supposed to start a run out of Quebec City on a Saturday, up to Baie Come, over to Valin and back down to Quebec City. Some of this territory is new ground, hopefully we don't encounter any issues. We are beyond the cancelation policy at a few places

I like Relais 22 for gas/lunch, not my favorite place to stay tho...maybe try Windigo

Thought it would be neat to put together a list of Quebec's Best List based on rider input, might open the the door to exploring other areas and checking out cool places! TOP 3 RELAIS /TRAIL STOPS Relais - Location Relais - Location Relais - Location TOP 3 MEALS/RESTAURANTRestaurant - Location Restaurant - Location Restaurant - Location TOP 3 HOTELS/LODGING/OUTFITTERS Hotel - Location Hotel - Location Hotel - Location TOP 3 TRAILSTrail # - Location Trail # - Location Trail # - Location TOP 3 NIGHT LIFE Night Life Spot - Location Night Life Spot - Location Night Life Spot - Location

Best chance for a late season ride??? We would be crossing in Watertown NY - the shorter the drive the better....