ultrastryk

Wow, small world. I have been going to Aroostock County the past several years. We usually go up twice each winter for a week. Maybe I will run into him.

I haven't ridden the Lac St. Jean area since 2009 or 2010 (Been riding the UP and Northern Maine the last several years) Anyway, thinking of coming back up and just jumped on this site to check conditions. I remember Bill was the unofficial tour guide and we rode with he and his wife several times. He used to send me political emails until I moved and had to change email addresses. Anyway, I am hoping he is still around. Thanks for any info on Bill

Thanks for the pictures. My group hasn't been to the region in over 10 years. We've been riding the UP of Michigan and northern Maine since then. We had been talking about returning to the area when Covid hit. Is Saguenay Bill still around? He was a big contributor to the site and was our tour guide a few times when we were up. I remember he usually came up after the first of the year. Back then, the hotel was a Holiday Inn?? Bill

One of my guys just noticed today that his passport has expired 😩

Thanks RR. We really appreciate it

Thanks, I'll add that to my phone.

Great. Thanks. When are you making your first trip?

Thanks road runner. Do you think we will be able to get in and out of the Delta OK?

Anyone have first hand knowledge of conditions? We are trying to finalize our Christmas to Ny trip. The past several years we had to go to the UP or northern Maine for good snow, but would like to get back up to Chicoutimi

I haven't been up to the area since 2008 (been riding The County in Maine and the UP). We've been wanting to come back since then. Are you guys staying at the old Holiday Inn? What is the name of the hotel now? Our first trip of the year is usually Dec. 26th through NY. Would love to ride that area this year. T

All XP, XR, and XS chassis dos have an air pocket when filling with gas. Fill the tank until gas comes up in the neck. Then kneel on the back bumper for a few seconds. It should take another gallon after that. I've had to do that on all my Doos from 08 thru 15.

Thanks guys. I am taking someone that would like to get a picture on the swinging bridge near Notre-Dame-de-la-Merci ??. She has a picture of her dad crosing it back in the mid 90's and wants to get one of herself on it. Hopefully, we can get down there from St. Zenon

Do you think the colder temps that are coming Sun - Wed will help with grooming? We are heading up on Wed. Thanks

Sled was sold today.

SLED WAS SOLD TODAY

I am selling my wife's XP 500ss Sled has electric start, reverse, mirrors, studs, and heated visor plug. This sled is in showroom condition. Always hauled in an enclosed trailer, and cleaned after every trip. I am truly anal about my stuff. I have sold 5 or 6 sleds on the forums and all were very happy. 4200 miles, all in Quebec or the UP of Mich. Sled will have new hyfax on it when it is sold $4900 Email Ultrastryk@comcast.net I am in southern PA, but will meet someone within a reasonable distance.

I am selling my perfect XP 800 X package. This machine was hauled in an enclosed trailer, stored inside, detailed after every ride etc. I just put new hyfax and clutch bushings on it. I recently cleaned the exhuast valves. The sled has electric start, studs, knee pads, heated visor plug and an XP-S Sledwrap kit. 5200 miles, all done in Quebec and the UP. All updates are done and the sled has run flawlessly. $5900 Email Ultrastryk@comcast.net Located in southen PA, but will travel a few hours to meet someone.

his is a brand new with the tags still on Ladies large coat. I bought it for my wife and it is a little too big for her The Warrior is the one with a removeable liner, elbow and shoulder pads, 4 outside pockets, 2 inside pockets The outside is Reima Tec - Waterproof and breatheable These jackets are hard to find since Scott bought out Reima and the jackets are not as nice now. These originally retailed for $299, but I found it at a dealer for $110. I will sell for $110 plus shipping These are incredible jackets. Email Ultrastryk@comcast.net

I'd like to get up there, but there is great snow just south of Mt. Laurier, which saves me 5 hours in the truck. We are heading to Cheneville/Montpellier area on Friday. Maybe next time. Bill

I was wondering where you ended up going and how you made out. Did you saddlebag the trip? We ended up going to the UP and are having a blast. The rain turned to snow right after we got here, and it has snowed every day since. Trails are beautiful, and the scenery is different in the UP. It is nice to go somwhere that they speak english for a change. It's also nice to fill your sled up for $17. I hope I can get to Quebec to use my permit sometime this winter.

I guess it's a good thing that we came to the UP. Even with all the rain they had on sat, the trails have been great. Lake Superior is an incredible site in the winter. Now I know how the sailors on the Edmond Fitzgerald felt :) It doesn't get as cold up here in the winter according to the locals. Mainly in the mid 20's because of the warm air coming off the lakes. Bill

Scorpion, We decided to head to the UP as they have a little more snow at this time. It sounds like Mt. Valin is great, but may be tougher getting there is they get the rain on Sat or sun. The funny thing is that we originally planned to rent a cabin up at Passion Mt. Valin. I am sure they are full with skiers now. Have fun and thanks for the updates. Bill

Is there enough snow now? Is is just grooming that needs to be done? We don't leave for Chic until Sat am, but part of our group is leaving tonight and he can't decide between going there and going to the UP. If you get this can you post more details tonight? Did the storm only produce 3"? Are the southern trails still too thin. I can't take the stress :) If we head to Chic, it sounds like there might not be enough snow to give us a variety for 6 days. The UP has plenty of snow, but not sure if Michigan grooms enough for a holiday week. Help. Bill

Thanks for the update. Hopefully you will get that snow tonight. I like riding some of those trails south of the river, so hopefully they will improve. Keep us posted. Bill

Scorp - - you're killing me here :) Is it actually snowing yet? I'll be pacing back and forth all day while you are out riding, waiting for your update. Not that I want you to feel quilty or anything. Just go ahead and ride and have fun :)