Discover snowmobiling in B.C.'s Kootenay Rockies
Amazing alpine sledding awaits in this gorgeous region
Situated in the southeastern corner of British Columbia is a region of striking natural beauty: the Kootenay Rockies. Home to five spectacular mountain ranges, including the magnificent Rockies, the region guarantees snowmobilers a peak experience. It isn't just for adrenalin junkies, though; there are plenty of sledding areas that are well suited for families and beginners.
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A moment of truth
I’ve always wondered how riders can cut across sidehills on their sleds and do those fancy turns in the powder. Well, I’ve figured it out: you have to turn left to go right.
Sledding safely in Kimberley
Kimberley Snowmobile Adventures offers epic tours safely. They have multiple snowmobiling packages and offer instruction for safe sledding.
Revelstoke is perennially popular
The mountain trails surrounding Revelstoke vary from extreme steep to open meadows and mountain lakes.
Elkford, BC trail map
The snowmobiling trails and riding areas around Elkford offer endless options for all calibres of sledders.
From mild to wild
There are superior trails for all skill levels in Elkford.
Key Kootenay Rockies contacts
What kind of Yamaha are you?
Trust is a big thing when it comes to climbing mountains or travelling deep into the bush. You need quality, durability and reliability; that's the Yamaha advantage. Visit your local Yamaha dealer today and experience it for yourself.
Calgary, AB
Improving your safety with Smart-Antenna technology
At Ortovox we consider safety our number one priority. We are known globally for high-quality mountain sports products for summer and winter, which meet the highest standards of quality, functionality and design and allow a safe mountain adventure. We offer top-of-the-line products, such as the new S1+ avalanche transceiver, which combines two unique transceiver innovations, and the 3+ transceiver, a three-antenna device with a special extra function to first enhance your own safety. The intelligent position recognition system analyzes the position of the antennas and automatically switches to the optimal transmitting antenna. There is no longer any such thing as the 'worst position.'
Edmonton, AB
Haul your toys with ease
Driving your truck somewhere this season with your sled in the back? The X Truck Deck will get you and your machine to your destination safely and soundly. The X Truck Deck is factory built to ensure a consistently high quality product. Its many features, such as its aircraft-grade T-6061 aluminum construction, have made it the industry's leading tri-folding X-ramp, as well as the safest. Its exclusive antislip X-decking won't warp, chip, peel or crack, and features flush-mount LED lighting. Its flexible installation allows for both bolt-through or turnbuckle mounting. It is also available in both seven- and eight-foot models to suit short or long box trucks.
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Elevator Strategy
Cranbrook, BC
Your headquarters for snowmobiling in Lumberton/Cranbrook
Voted by Trip Advisor as "Top 10 in the country for best value" for three years running, this new lodge is located at the west entrance to Cranbrook, overlooking the 250-acre Elizabeth Lake Lodge Bird Sanctuary. Every unit has a full kitchen with a real hardwood floor entrance. The rooms feature Windsor beds, flat-screen TVs and heated Italian tile in every bathroom. There is high-speed wireless and plug-in Internet, and lots of secure parking for longer units. An RV park and History of the Kootenays mini-golf course are also located on the premises.
Polaris pride
Dallas Androsoff had an amazing time riding his 2012 Polaris 800 Switchback Assault in Revelstoke during the February break.
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