iceman Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 Red Sticks LA BALISE ROUGE (Delineators) THE SNOWMOBILER'S BEST FRIEND! In order to delineate the lateral limits of their trails, snowmobile clubs use red markers. These delineators are installed on each side of the trail at a distance not exceeding 90m from each other in a non-treed area. The whole delineates THE SPECIFIC LOCATION AND THE ROUTE TO BE FOLLOWED or the owner has granted us the right of way. FURTHERMORE: The color of the markers makes us recognize our dedicated trails vs. the quad trails which have blue markers. The markers allow us to orient ourselves during snowfalls The reflective top of the markers also allows orientation at night (white on the right and yellow on the left) The beacons are installed in addition to all the precise places where we must avoid or bypass a danger that may not be visible (Rock, stump, ditch, etc.) Patrollers can also install additional beacons at any time at locations where a new hazard has just appeared (ex. sudden thaw, etc.). The beacon is the snowmobiler's best friend, because by following it and staying within its protection, it protects us from traps that can be deadly. The beacon is also our best friend, because by respecting them and riding inside them at all times, we will be able to keep our rights of way and be able to do so for a long time. Let's respect our friends, the red beacons and their uses. MrsGTRider, Pipeman, GT Rider and 5 others 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smclelan Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 These red markers are a big part of what makes snowmobiling in Quebec, the best in the world nyskidooerinnewhampshire and Florida Snowman 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowmaster2112 Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 (edited) white on the right and yellow on the left Never knew that. But again there are next to zero red stakes where I ride most. I need to get out of the bush and back to some good field riding. Seems like it's always smoother sailing. Problem is it usually comes with a lot of road crossings and towns. The bush has neither. Think that might be the later February trip. Edited January 26, 2023 by snowmaster2112 Snobeeler 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revct1 Posted January 26, 2023 Report Share Posted January 26, 2023 I've seen the reflectors but never noticed white on right and yellow on left. Thanks Don. Jack & Sandi smclelan, iceman and nyskidooerinnewhampshire 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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