Zapper out Posted February 10, 2016 Report Share Posted February 10, 2016 Hi I am looking for some information on what the best places to stay and also what towns are a must see. Looking to do a trip from ft Kent ME and back. I was planing on the 3rd week in March. I would like to ride 250 mile days any input would be helpful thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT Rider Posted February 10, 2016 Report Share Posted February 10, 2016 How many days are you planning for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zapper out Posted February 10, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2016 Leaving FT Kent on the 19 I need to be back by the 26 Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smclelan Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 Planning a trip the third week of March is risky, especially this year with low snow conditions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PINKM1 Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 You better boogie and plan on some higher mileage days if you want to do that trip in 6 or 7 days. Ft. Kent to R-D-L is a good day's ride. In perfect conditions (no issues at all with weather or breakdowns) you can do the TQ5 loop in 4 days. Doesn't leave much time to "stop and smell the roses" or just to slow down and enjoy the Gaspe', especially if this is your first trip. You shouldn't have any problems getting a room, Maybe reserve the 1st and last night and play the rest by ear, I call ahead from the trail before noon and reserve a room for that night. You have to be flexible, your plans will change. Must see areas? Everywhere... but Perce' Rock, the Chic Chock mountains, "Piston Alley" the 597, Murdochville and La Cache are some of my favorites. Enjoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceman Posted February 11, 2016 Report Share Posted February 11, 2016 Planning a trip the third week of March is risky, especially this year with low snow conditions. Was thinking exactly that. Hey you never know. Time will tell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zapper out Posted February 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2016 Looks like I should move it up to first week . What's a good mileage day for this area? We are running 2 smokers is skidoo oil easily found Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florida Snowman Posted February 14, 2016 Report Share Posted February 14, 2016 2 smokers on the Gaspe? http://www.quebecrider.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=3794&page=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zapper out Posted February 14, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 14, 2016 Oh boy both of us are running 2016 800 etecs with about 1,500 miles on them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
im4snow Posted February 14, 2016 Report Share Posted February 14, 2016 Looks like I should move it up to first week . What's a good mileage day for this area? We are running 2 smokers is skidoo oil easily found It's available but not always super convenient....... in my limited experience. I leave full (obviously) and carry the equivalent of 5 quarts (one of which is in the Doo goggle bag that mounts on the clutch guard, the other four in the luggage somewhere). That's enough for the 4-5 days of riding we did around the Gaspe. I'm a fan of the Powderkeg. I use the stainless steel bottles (each has a 2 qtr capacity) for most of the oil I carry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 1 Posted February 14, 2016 Report Share Posted February 14, 2016 Oh boy both of us are running 2016 800 etecs with about 1,500 miles on them. You will be fine just don't keep it pinned on the long pulls and trade it for a 2017 upon your return. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PLAYHARD Posted February 18, 2016 Report Share Posted February 18, 2016 You have to be flexible, your plans will change. I do NOT see this as being negative! We positively have to be flexi! And our plans will positively change! Kinda can apply to anywhere, but more likely on gaspesie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
800R MXZ X Posted November 15, 2016 Report Share Posted November 15, 2016 So is it impossible to find oil in the gaspe? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrGutz Posted November 15, 2016 Report Share Posted November 15, 2016 Planning on Frac'ng or more of "Beverly Hillbilly" style, just bubbling up? GutZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 1 Posted November 15, 2016 Report Share Posted November 15, 2016 5 minutes ago, 800R MXZ X said: So is it impossible to find oil in the gaspe? Must you run a specific brand? There is oil there, Ski Doo in Caspascal, Chandler, do a search. It's not cheap in QC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
800R MXZ X Posted November 15, 2016 Report Share Posted November 15, 2016 9 hours ago, Phil 1 said: Must you run a specific brand? There is oil there, Ski Doo in Caspascal, Chandler, do a search. It's not cheap in QC. Yes I do need to run doo oil, I get about 500 miles on a tank safely. But the gas stations do not carry 2 stroke oil in the gaspe? I don't mind carrying a gallon for the ones that do not carry it but would like to avoid carrying oil for the whole trip. Cost is not really a concern as it's snowmobiling, everything is expensive. thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rev39 Posted November 15, 2016 Report Share Posted November 15, 2016 I have found it easier to carry enough oil for the whole trip. Some gas stations carry OEM oils, some don't. I have made plans to stop in towns with a BRP dealer to buy oil, only to find out they are out of 2 stroke oil. Also a pain in the neck for the rest of the group that are riding 4 strokes. I'm looking at the new Sidewinder for my next sled. Main reason, won't have to carry oil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil 1 Posted November 15, 2016 Report Share Posted November 15, 2016 3 hours ago, 800R MXZ X said: Yes I do need to run doo oil, I get about 500 miles on a tank safely. But the gas stations do not carry 2 stroke oil in the gaspe? I don't mind carrying a gallon for the ones that do not carry it but would like to avoid carrying oil for the whole trip. Cost is not really a concern as it's snowmobiling, everything is expensive. thanks See below... 18 minutes ago, rev39 said: I have found it easier to carry enough oil for the whole trip. Some gas stations carry OEM oils, some don't. I have made plans to stop in towns with a BRP dealer to buy oil, only to find out they are out of 2 stroke oil. Also a pain in the neck for the rest of the group that are riding 4 strokes. I'm looking at the new Sidewinder for my next sled. Main reason, won't have to carry oil. When I rode a 2 smoke I carried oil for a lot of the reasons rev39 stated. I carried quarts so as the trip goes on every time you dump a quart the load gets smaller. I have also paid $80.00 a gallon I know it's snowmobiling but I felt that was excessive. I just purchased my second 4 stroke---It's sweet to not have to worry about oil and you can run the low grade gas. I believe the gas can sometimes be suspect... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rev39 Posted November 15, 2016 Report Share Posted November 15, 2016 5 hours ago, Phil 1 said: See below... When I rode a 2 smoke I carried oil for a lot of the reasons rev39 stated. I carried quarts so as the trip goes on every time you dump a quart the load gets smaller. I have also paid $80.00 a gallon I know it's snowmobiling but I felt that was excessive. I just purchased my second 4 stroke---It's sweet to not have to worry about oil and you can run the low grade gas. I believe the gas can sometimes be suspect... I used to carry quarts too for the same reason, then as my trips got longer I was running out of room for clothing. So I had a fabricator friend weld me up a couple aluminum boxes that sit on the running boards and I bolt them to the tunnel. Each box is the perfect size for a gallon of BRP oil, until they change the shape of the bottle.😂 Now I just carry 2 follows for anything over 4 or 5 days. And my wife doesn't need to carry her own oil either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smclelan Posted November 15, 2016 Report Share Posted November 15, 2016 I would think one or two liters in your bag would be lots, then when those are running out plan your trip to run past a Ski Doo dealer. Both dealers in Chandler and Amqui are within a kilometer of the TQ5. Fill your tank at the dealer and leave with 2 liters you will be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceman Posted November 16, 2016 Report Share Posted November 16, 2016 Ah, the good old days. 2 stroke. Mmmm. Hey to each their own. Me I'm over it. Lot's of oil. No worries. Worry more about no big storms while you are there and not grenading it on the interiors 595/597. Go for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT Rider Posted November 16, 2016 Report Share Posted November 16, 2016 (edited) On 11/14/2016 at 8:25 PM, 800R MXZ X said: So is it impossible to find oil in the gaspe? You can find it easily. Amqui 418-629-4111 N48 27.547 W67 25.318 New Richmond 418-392-5017 N48 09.111 W65 50.611 Chandler 418-689-2624 N48 20.554 W64 42.592 Gaspe 418-368-3362 N48 48.388 W64 29.334 Edited November 16, 2016 by GT Rider Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kbar Posted November 16, 2016 Report Share Posted November 16, 2016 I used to carry a 5L gas can on my 800 for oil. Was enough for all my saddlebag trips and jug didn't leak or bust apart like the small containers usually did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iceman Posted November 16, 2016 Report Share Posted November 16, 2016 I believe Matane Bombardier is no more. I remember Groomer posting on that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorpionbowl Posted November 16, 2016 Report Share Posted November 16, 2016 2 hours ago, smclelan said: I would think one or two liters in your bag would be lots, then when those are running out plan your trip to run past a Ski Doo dealer. Both dealers in Chandler and Amqui are within a kilometer of the TQ5. Fill your tank at the dealer and leave with 2 liters you will be fine. This from a guy with an unlimited budget, who uses satellite phones to arrange for oil (and labatts) delivered to the next hotel. Most of us can't afford $20 US for each quart of oil. Figure out a way to strap on a couple gallons, it's not too hard unless u have short track. The jugs are tough, and duct tape the caps... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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