October 2007 | Welcome to the SnoRiders eNewsletter
Driving to work this morning I was delighted to see some fresh snow on the tops of the Rocky Mountains. It's like a teaser for us riders who are itching to get out there and try out our new toys. Well, we won't have to wait much longer because those frosty mornings indicate the season is right around the corner. To whet your appetite even more, here is the latest newsletter from SnoRiders West. Look for the season's first issue of SnoRiders magazine in your mailboxes.

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THOMPSON OKANAGAN, BRITISH COLUMBIA Explore the region Picture yourself at the top of a mountain overlooking thousands of square kilometres of pristine backcountry covered in trails that stretch as far as the eye can see. This isn't a dream—it's the Thompson Okanagan. A region of spectacular beauty, the Thompson Okanagan takes outdoor recreation to the next level with a variety of scenery, activities and wildlife.

REVELSTOKE, BRITISH COLUMBIA Stay safe this season Consult the information. Get some training. Get the gear. These are the three standard messages that John Kelly, operations manager of the Canadian Avalanche Centre, would like to get out. INSIDE THE INDUSTRY » PINE FALLS, MANITOBA Continuing the commitment Brother and sister are carrying on the St. Croix Cycle & Marine legacy. CLUB NEWS » EASTERN MANITOBA Family-friendly fun The Mooswa Lake Snowriders is a family-oriented snowmobile club that maintains 140 kilometres of trail system in eastern Manitoba. CLUB NEWS » HUDSON BAY, SASKATCHEWAN From sun to snow The Hudson Bay Trail Riders look forward to cooler temperatures. Join the club This winter holds some great potential for improved snowmobiling and expanded opportunities for snowmobilers to Take a Friend Snowmobiling. IRON HORSE TRAIL, ALBERTA Keeping the Iron Horse chugging ASA recognizes N.E. Muni-Corr Ltd. for their work on Alberta's Iron Horse Trail. Winter use in Yellowstone The National Park Service released its final environmental impact statement (FEIS) on winter use in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Advertisement CURRENT WEAR HEATED BELT SYSTEM Turn up the heat With the new Current Wear Heated Belt System, riders can stay warm this winter and benefit from a full functional back support. TATOU 4S ATV TRACK CONVERSION KIT All-terrain, all-season Turn your ATV into a lean, mean, four-season machine with the new Tatou® 4S ATV track conversion kit from Camoplast. SUPERSPORT SNOWMOBILE BOOTS Toasty toes Keep your feet warm, dry and comfortable all day long in temperatures as low as -70 degrees with the new SuperSport snowmobile boots from Altimate. FX NYTRO KIT Powerful FX Riders who want to take their sled to the next level can add an extra boost of torque and horsepower with the new FX Nytro Kit from Powderlites Inc. KAMLOOPS, BRITISH COLUMBIA No slope too steep Mild winter temperatures and a season that extends into April are just some of the reasons Kamloops is a favourite snowmobiling destination. SHUSWAP, BRITISH COLUMBIA Wide open spaces The Fly Hills area near Salmon Arm gives snowmobilers every reason to make it their No. 1 winter destination. VALEMOUNT, BRITISH COLUMBIA Unveil the secret of Valemount Recognized by riders for its sunny weather and deep snow, Valemount features varying terrain that has sledders eager to return each year. VANCOUVER ISLAND, BRITISH COLUMBIA Coasting off the coast Vancouver Island has some of the most stellar snowmobiling to be found in B.C., but you’ve got to be ready to give it your all to get there. November 10, 2008 | EDMONTON, ALBERTA See you at the swap meet If you love finding great deals on cool products, the Snowmobile Parts and Accesory Swap Meet is right up your alley. January 19, 2008 | YUKON The last great road race A long-distance race, the Alcan 200 started 38 years ago and has become known as the last great road race in North America. February 2-16, 2008 | BIG LAKE, ALASKA The world's longest snowmobile race For more than two decades, snowmachine enthusiasts have flocked to Alaska to either compete in or watch riders embark on one of the toughest races known to man—the Tesoro Iron Dog. Feb. 21 - 24, Feb. 28 - Mar. 2, Mar. 6 - 9, 2008 | YUKON & ALASKA Trek Over the Top What started as a small group of sledders who journeyed over the Top of the World Highway 14 years ago has turned into the Yukon’s premier snowmobiling event. October 19-21, 2007 | EDMONTON, ALBERTA ASA Southern Alberta Snowmobile & ATV Show 2007 The event features manufacturers and suppliers of snowmobiles, ATVs and many other types of recreational vehicles. November 2-4, 2007 | REGINA, SASKATCHEWAN Winter Recreation Show 2007 Check out all the newest toys and indoor and outdoor clothing lineups and accessories. November 23-25, 2007 | ABBOTSFORD, BRITISH COLUMBIA BC Snow Expo With 120,000 square feet of indoor showroom space, the BC Snow Expo is a virtual motorsport extravaganza. See you next month! Remember, this newsletter is designed to keep you informed about the latest in riding machines of all kinds. If you enjoyed it, invite a friend to subscribe! If for any reason you ever wish to unsubscribe (and we hope you never do) just reply to this e-mail with unsubscribe in the subject line. Thanks to you, SnoRiders and RidersWest are pleased to be Western Canada's leading riding magazines and website publisher. —Keith Powell, SnoRiders publisher Suite 100, 100 - 7th Ave. S., Cranbrook, B.C. V1C 2J4 To help us fulfill your request to receive information from SnoRidersWest.com via e-mail, please add distribution@kpimedia.com to your Address Book or Safe List.

• Martin Motor Sports • Alpine Country Rentals • Wahl Bros Racing • H2O Motorsports • Mobile 1 • Blind Bay Resort • Enderby & District Chamber of Commerce • Valemount Tourism • Tourism Kamloops • Terracana Ranch & Resort • Blue River Tourism • Columbia Shuswap Regional District Win the snowmobile track of your choice Camoplast Inc., is giving you the chance to win one of three brand new tracks for your sled: the Cobra, ICE Attak and ICE Ripper XT. Enter to Win in the Best Western SICAMOUS STAY & PLAY contest KAKWA, B.C. Powder play Clear blue skies, phenomenal terrain and tons of fresh, white powder—it doesn't get any better than that. And this rider enjoyed every minute of it. —submitted by Jamie Woodland New hotshot contest is bigger and better than ever Over the years, our hotshot contest has been a favourite feature on SnoRiders West but this year it is even better. A number of major sponsors have come on board and will be providing awesome monthly prizes for the best snowmobiling shots. Sledding videos will also be accepted as entries. Click here for more information on how to enter. Old Sled Q&A blog We at SnoRiders West receive many enquiries about vintage snowmobiles. Here are the most recent questions and answers. We invite you to post your snowmobile-related ad on our RiderClassifieds. Or check out the listings. Click here for details.