revrnd Posted January 2 Report Share Posted January 2 (edited) In light of the OFSC's decision to not support the Ontario version of TrakMaps there has been a lot of teeth gnashing online. There is still the GoSnowmobiling & BRP Go apps. I'm curious how the FCMQ handles the PQ version TrakMaps, the iMotoneige and BRP Go apps. I'm not really sure what percentage of Ontario riders use electronic maps, nor how that is split GPS vs cellular based app. I'm only familiar with the A-T region, so I can't say how much of your system isn't covered by cell service. I'm sure in those areas, the GPS is the way to go. Looking forward to your thoughts. In my case, I record my trips w/ my GPS, but I don't 'depend' on it for navigation. Edited January 2 by revrnd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSHM Posted January 2 Report Share Posted January 2 Have you tried the Polaris ridecommand APP on your phone there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smclelan Posted January 2 Report Share Posted January 2 20 hours ago, revrnd said: In light of the OFSC's decision to not support the Ontario version of TrakMaps there has been a lot of teeth gnashing online. There is still the GoSnowmobiling & BRP Go apps. I'm curious how the FCMQ handles the PQ version TrakMaps, the iMotoneige and BRP Go apps. It does not look like the Quebec ATV Association recognizes Polaris Ride Command, hard to say how snowmobile/ATV mapping will be shared in the future. Could end up being only who the Federations decide to partner with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSHM Posted January 3 Report Share Posted January 3 15 hours ago, smclelan said: It does not look like the Quebec ATV Association recognizes Polaris Ride Command, hard to say how snowmobile/ATV mapping will be shared in the future. Could end up being only who the Federations decide to partner with. Not sure about ATV, but snowmobile trails work in Quebec. At least they did last year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revrnd Posted January 7 Author Report Share Posted January 7 IMotoneige is affiliated w/ the FCMQ (like GoSnowmobiling is e/ the OFSC). NSHM 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revrnd Posted January 11 Author Report Share Posted January 11 On 1/2/2024 at 6:09 PM, smclelan said: It does not look like the Quebec ATV Association recognizes Polaris Ride Command, hard to say how snowmobile/ATV mapping will be shared in the future. Could end up being only who the Federations decide to partner with. The OFSC shuts down the online version of the ITG at the end of the season. I'm not sure about the app. There is some grumbling from trip planners, but the thought is it keeps ATVs exploring trails on private property. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSHM Posted January 11 Report Share Posted January 11 (edited) On 1/2/2024 at 6:09 PM, smclelan said: It does not look like the Quebec ATV Association recognizes Polaris Ride Command, hard to say how snowmobile/ATV mapping will be shared in the future. Could end up being only who the Federations decide to partner with. Too bad the Quebec Federation didn't partner with BRP GO. That is the ski doo app that is used in conjunction with the map feature on the new Ski Doo's, you know, the ones built right in Quebec..? I would love to see the IMotoneige app on my dash. Edited January 11 by NSHM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gowser Posted January 11 Report Share Posted January 11 I run a Garmin Zumo with track maps. Works fine everywhere including QC. Used it 2 weeks ago in Valin. Also run the FCMQ app on the phone but that doesn't work without a cell signal so great to have the Zumo / track maps. Pipemaster 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viper2 Posted January 11 Report Share Posted January 11 56 minutes ago, gowser said: I run a Garmin Zumo with track maps. Works fine everywhere including QC. Used it 2 weeks ago in Valin. Also run the FCMQ app on the phone but that doesn't work without a cell signal so great to have the Zumo / track maps. We have always been able to use the app without a cell signal. Did something change this year? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PISTON LAKE CRUISER Posted January 11 Report Share Posted January 11 5 minutes ago, viper2 said: We have always been able to use the app without a cell signal. Did something change this year? I don't understand how a cell phone app could ever work properly without a cell phone signal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snobeeler Posted January 11 Report Share Posted January 11 (edited) Cell phones have built in gps. You only need WiFi or cell service to update conditions etc. we use Imotoneige everywhere. Its a great app. Edited January 11 by Snobeeler GSX800 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smclelan Posted January 12 Report Share Posted January 12 I have always run Garmin GPS's on a handle bar mount, they work perfect in wet, dry, hot, or cold. Would cell phones still work good when it gets really cold? wng-2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snobeeler Posted January 12 Report Share Posted January 12 We use Glove Box mount with touchless charger. Been in temps -40. Works great. actionjack 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
actionjack Posted January 12 Report Share Posted January 12 Another possible option is Onx Off-Road as well. I know the QC trails are in there just not conveniently color coded as they are on imotoneige. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
viper2 Posted January 13 Report Share Posted January 13 On 1/11/2024 at 1:38 PM, PISTON LAKE CRUISER said: I don't understand how a cell phone app could ever work properly without a cell phone signal. Like snobeeler said,it works off the GPS in your phone. Check it out next time you are in the bush. Cannot use all the features but the mapping is there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rev39 Posted January 17 Report Share Posted January 17 I have noticed the last couple of years that my location does not update on the app all the time. Has anyone else noticed this happening? Am I missing something? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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