Yamaha Jim Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 Hello, This is a terrific site, full of great information and friendly people willing to share their knowledge of sledding in Quebec. From 1984 through 2003, I did all my riding in Quebec logging on average 3700 - 400 miles a season. Since 2003, it has been almost impossible to get enough time away from my job and family responsibilities to get back to Quebec. Quebec is an awesome place, I always enjoyed the excellent trails, the spectacular scenery, and the wonderful people. I have a lot of great memories of all the excellent trips. I may be able to get a week off in February to make it back to Quebec with my son. I am out of touch with the costs of a week long sledding trip and wanted to get some input from the folks on this site. I know how much it will cost me for truck fuel and the trail passes. Due to the limited time, we will probably just stay at a place in St. Zenon or St. Donat and take day trips. What should I expect the per person per day costs for meals and a hotel? What is the price of premium gas? What are some reccomendations for hotels in the St. Donat/St Zenon region? Security is very important to me. This information will greatly help me plan the trip. Many Thanks and have a terrific New Year!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigadouch Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 Your right! This is a wonderful site and you will meet great people. Based on security being high on your list of requirements for your trip, in the St Zenon area I would recommend Real Masse as a place that you can feel entirely secure. Not only is it a first class hotel and restaurant, they have a heated garage that you can store your sleds in for a minimum fee. They have a web site that you can get information from. Enjoy your winter! Pray for deep snow!!!!!!! Bigadouch Your right! This is a wonderful site and you will meet great people. Based on security being high on your list of requirements for your trip, in the St Zenon area I would recommend Real Masse as a place that you can feel entirely secure. Not only is it a first class hotel and restaurant, they have a heated garage that you can store your sleds in for a minimum fee. They have a web site that you can get information from. Enjoy your winter! Pray for deep snow!!!!!!! Bigadouch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
revct1 Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 Hi Jim, Welcome to QuebecRider. It is a great site. Trail passes are $320 per sled for the season. They were discounted pre-season to $260. There is a weekly pass but I don't remember. It isn't too much less than the season. Check out www.fcmq.qc.ca. Hotel prices usually run us around $100 per night, maybe a little more. Most places have packages that include food. Sometimes we get that usually we don't. Gas in Jonquiere that we purchased yesterday was $1.164 for ordinaire (regular) and $1.244 for super (premium) per liter. Food is a little more than in the U.S. generally speaking. Speaking of food, it is time for breakfast. We wish you and your son have a great trip. Break in that new geneartion of sledders. Jack & Sandi :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nitrofish Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 Hello Jim! I remember the days in the 80's when we could go for a week of riding with $500 American funds in our pockets. Although there were times when the exchange rate did drop, it was usually very advantageous for us Americans to exchange money and vacation north of the border. A rule of thumb I used in those days for friends that wanted to go was $85.00 a day (American) per person with your own sled. That was for lodging, food, gas for the sled and a bit extra for a night or two at "Rosie's". These days the exchange rate is just about even......give or take, and where you exchange is more important then ever. The Bank or a Casino give the best rates. Expect a fee from the Hotel for exchanging money as always.....it is just more painful then before. Now, lodging has not changed that much, but the price of fuel and a tough exchange rate for us has. I use the rule of thumb of $200.00 (American) a day per person. You could spend way more if you like to be extravagant, but I would NOT shave much off that number thinking you can be thrifty. You can add $250.00 a day for sled rental, and any parts or repairs can be VERY expensive. I hope this helps, maybe others will give some advice also. The members of this site are the real deal, you wont see much BS here, good luck, Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazysnow Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 Hi Jim, If your looking to save some money $$$$ depending on how many days you want to ride and you have your own sled the weekend of February 11,12, 2012 is free to ride you do not need a PASS it's called the open house event. The only problem is that it might be crowded that weekend this is a GREAT deal. hope this helps CrazySnow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smclelan Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 I am a saddle bagger but whether you are traveling or returning to the same spot each night the price should be similar. My budget is based on an estimate of $1-$1.10 per mile. That covers everything, gas, lodging, good meals, and a couple cocktails at night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andyman Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 I am a saddle bagger but whether you are traveling or returning to the same spot each night the price should be similar. My budget is based on an estimate of $1-$1.10 per mile. That covers everything, gas, lodging, good meals, and a couple cocktails at night. Don't tell Lisa!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindasledgirl Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 How about we just say it's worth every penny! And yes...this is the best site in my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coldsmoke1 Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 I am a saddle bagger but whether you are traveling or returning to the same spot each night the price should be similar. My budget is based on an estimate of $1-$1.10 per mile. That covers everything, gas, lodging, good meals, and a couple cocktails at night. we sat down one night in matine and did some math your correct it came out to just over 1 dollar a mile of sledding( not including what it cost to get there in the truck ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yamaha Jim Posted December 30, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 Thanks folks!!! I really appreciate the responses, many thanks!! The costs you have provided are close to what my guesses were. My next challenge is to secure the time off from work. I really want to get back to touring in Quebec, especially with my 19 yers old son. He has been riding with me in New Hampshire during the past 4 winters, he loves sledding as much as I do. One of my bucket list items is to take a 10 day saddlebag trip through Quebec with my 3 sons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
actionjack Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 Wow. $1 per mile seems low by half to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timbo Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 I am a saddle bagger but whether you are traveling or returning to the same spot each night the price should be similar. My budget is based on an estimate of $1-$1.10 per mile. That covers everything, gas, lodging, good meals, and a couple cocktails at night. Yeah, right Steven. A couple of cocktails...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceman Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 Riding is Priceless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scranton1 Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 Its so unfortunate......but the dang sport is just expensive. Price of fuel and the exchange rate have made trips much more expensive over the last decade. Cost of new machines 10+, truck trailer, gear, etc etc etc.... Why in the world would you budget for this sport throughout the year. I guess it addictive, possibly more so than heroin (never tried that). Ive done bikes, boats, quads, yoga....Nothing gives you the feeling like: fresh snow, bright sun, perfectly groomed trails, and an endless network of trails. More so the feeling of a little kid the night before christmas.. Headed up for the winter gathering and the anticipation is crazy??????????????????? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazysnow Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 HI Scranton1, Well said Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S pump Posted December 31, 2011 Report Share Posted December 31, 2011 How about we just say it's worth every penny! And yes...this is the best site in my opinion. Gas in truck to get to Quebec------------------------------------------$160 Spare belt for new Cat-----------------------------------------------------$150 Getting to ride the most beautiful terrain on Earth--------------Priceless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trailblazer Posted December 31, 2011 Report Share Posted December 31, 2011 I usually budget around $250 a day, this would be based on a 200 mile day and a average of $1.25/l of gas. You may find gas selling in town at $1.15/l and in remote areas at $1.50/l as goes for the rooms, in town around $85.00/prs/night based on dbl occupancy incl super and breakfast and in remote areas such as outfitters around $125.00 a night same conditions. My sled (2008 Apex LTXGT) averages 35 litres of fuel per 180klms, two fuel tanks gives me around 320klms(200 miles)@ $1,25/l = $87.50 in fuel, add the room @ $125.00, some lunch @ $20.00 and a few drinks...you're around the 250 mark. Of course you can shave off a few bucks by buying your fuel in town and finding a cheap motel and ordering out pizza but this only means you can have more beers with the pizza so your effort in saving is out the window. Keep to the bucket list Yamaha Jim. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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