MFARJM

Happy And a Snowy New Year to all. Nice pic Groomer

There may be a light at the end of this snowless tunnel. http://www.theweathernetwork.com/news/articles/winter-hasnt-been-cancelled-but-will-be-milder-for-most/60506/ Jeff

14.4 Miles on my new Blizzard! My twitchy thumb is better except for the fact I bent it backwards working on a local trail when I fell yesterday. Miles were but on in my hayfields, no stones, only about 2 in. of snow but HeY. IT FELT GOOD! Now let's hope for a big PV to cool things down.

Bill, Have you made any plans yet for your first ride? There isn't even any frost in Mooers Forks, Ny! I'd like to ride somewhere before Jan 1, but none of my fellow riders can go yet. Jeff

I'm suffering from LOSS, better know as Lack Of Snow Syndrome, I've done all I can to modify, adjust wax and sit on my new 2016 MXZ Blizzard 900. Now what?

Hi Bill, I would like to attend. This will be my first GATHERING. I will let you know soon, how many of my "SNOWBUDS" will be joining me. I will be 73 by then and am looking forward to finally meeting and riding with you. I just got my Snowchecked sled. 2016 MXZ Blizzard 900 Ace. Already modifying suspension. What are you riding know? Jeff

Since I am roasting in Florida and now sledless, sold mine and snow checked a Blizzard 900, I was wondering if trails were still good. I DON,t see much chatter. Hope to spring ride next April.

SOLD

I have reduced my price again on my 2011 Skidoo GSXSE because after this tour, it will show about 17000 miles on odometer. For pictures and more info, see my previous post Jeff 518-534-4380 call or text

PRICE REDUCED AGAIN Because mileage is increasing fast, price is lowering. I'm now ASKING $4900 Skidoo says to rebuld engine around 46000 miles

Thanks, Looking forward to a great last tour for the year Jeff

Four of us have tried to tour Abitibi-Matagami twice before only to have to cancel. Tomorrow we plan to truck sleds to Le Domaine in Gran Remous. leave Sat. AM on 63 to 386, have lunch and get gas at Relais Kitsisavik, then to stay overnight at Hotel Forestel near Val d or. Next day up west side 396 and stay at Hotel Matagami, next day down east side on 396 to a motel ( don't know the name) near Louvicort or Lac Simon, next back to trucks and home. Comments needed! Some of the trip may be too short. Iceman, you said you love the Oranges (2ndary trails). Which do you recommend to add a few miles each day except the last day? Some of us like to go for a night ride loop before bed. Besides, this will be the last tour for this year as local NY trails are fading fast! Any problem with certain trails? Thanks, Jeff PS. Since my 2011 GSXSE will have over 17000 miles, I am spring ordering a Blizzard.

There excuse was that the 2016 sleds had just arrived at the show that morning. They all had sleds for demo riding but they were used 2014 and 2015's. The new sleds on the floor were not labeled prototype.

My friend and I drove 3 1/2 hours to Old Forge, NY. to "TEST RIDE A 2016 SLED" only to find out there were absolutely no 2016 sleds available to ride, only to look and sit on! Not one 2016 among all 4 sled makers. WHAT"S UP WITH THIS? If I'm going to invest $11-13000 or more with a snow check, I sure as hell would like to try it out. Would you buy a new car or truck based on how it looked and how the seats felt? Jeff

I am lowering my price from $6900 because the mileage after a forthcoming tour in Abitibi, will be over 17000 miles. See ad below for more details. Jeff mfarjm@Hotmail.com 518-534-4380 call or text

After a ride in St. Michele last Friday, I have 16350 EASY TRAIL RIDING miles on my sled.

I hope it is not true but was told rumor has it that grooming will end this season on March 15th! Has anyone else heard this? We plan to tour Abitibi/Matagami area starting the 21st. Will have to cancel if not groomed and demand a refund of $75 from FMCQ for only being able to ride 3 months out of the four I paid to have trails groomed. Jeff

I am 72 and selling my 2011 Skidoo GSXSE 1200 snowmobile. It is in very good condition and has been well maintained. Most of my riding was done on groomed trails in Quebec. The engine is essentially a car engine (3 cylinder, 1200cc, fuel injected, four stroke) which develops 126 hp, gets about 16MPG, uses regular gas, no need to carry injection oil. Anyone that can change their car or truck oil can service this engine once per year. My bright RED sled comes with a COMPLETE SHOP MANUAL ON DVD, new primary and secondary clutches, 2 sets of carbides, extra drive belt, lots of storage room (in oneup seat and pack bag), extra LED lights, custom airbrush paint of "The Abominable Snowman", tilt steering, heated hand, thumb, and seat heater, extra tall windshield with air deflectors, rebuildable and adjustable "clicker" shocks, air ride rear shock (you can adjust on the go), digital and analog gauges with many readouts like top speed, avg speed, mpg etc. It also comes with an extra programed key and handlebar gauntlets. I am installing new rear torsion springs next week. It has been setup for my weight 155 lbs. by installing 10-15 lb. softer springs. I will include the original springs and shocks. This sled has been the most comfortable, reliable, and warmest sled I have owned. Although it has high mileage, the engine is just "broken in" if it was in a car, and most wearable parts have been replaced. I just got back from riding in Quebec. My sled started both mornings at 23 and 31 DEGREES BELOW ZERO F. It idled a lot and still got over 16 MPG! You can test ride it before I go to Florida, April 1st. If you purchase it before then, you can ride in Quebec and NY on my trail passes. I am asking $6900 You can text me or call 518-534-4380 or email MFARJM@hotmail.com

We are planning to do a tour and part of it is to ride from Sennatiere to Clova the end of January. Is there any good news about gas and lodging? Jeff

I really am sorry to say it, but I was able to ride twice! Once 116 mi. Second 160 mi. Once even from my barn in Mooers Forks, NY. It was not enough! Jeff Think and Pray Snow.

GREAT FLICK! Bob lets try making our own video we're much younger than them, only in our 70th decade! Jeff

Snows a coming!! Riding my Gator even at 44 mph still does not compare. Have been working on local snowmobile trails. Does anyone own a Delorme Inreach? The other day I was riding my Gator in the Adirondacs 21 mi. from anyone. No cell service either. Figured one of those might come in handy to text someone for gas rather than a long walk.

14000 miles on my 2011 GSXSE 1200 in 3 seasons! About 3600 this season. My fingers are crossed for next season to be as good or even better. My hat is off to you Bill!

I have over 13000 miles on my 2011- 1200 and no problems with the secondary. I did clean it once and moved the spring so it has less pressure and lowers the revs sooner., 6000 at 60 mph. I have replaced the ramps in the primary clutch 3 times. 2012 and newer have 6, mine has 3 so more wear. I can replace them in about 30 min. using the water method to remove clutch. Other than oil and filter change I haven't touched the engine. 1200 is in a GSX-SE and I average 15 to 17 mpg depending on the trail and my thumb.