September 2007 | Welcome to the SnoRiders eNewsletter
I think sledders are the only ones that get excited when they feel the autumn chill sweep through the air. For some people, it means they have to put on extra layers of clothing but for us snowmobilers it means the sweet sounds of two- and four-strokes will soon grace our backcountry. But until that fluffy stuff falls from heaven, we'll have to settle with drooling over last season's photos and memories. With that said, here is the latest from SnoRiders West.

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GOLDEN, BRITISH COLUMBIA Treasured terrain Ranked as one of British Columbia’s best places to sled, Golden is highly esteemed for its breathtaking scenery, astounding trails and limitless, powder-laden terrain.

ANCHORAGE, ALASKA Daredevil Dane This Alaskan rider’s vertical style pushes him to the top of the free ride world of backcountry snowmachining. INSIDE THE INDUSTRY » SQUAMISH, BRITISH COLUMBIA From the trails to the shop Wayne Hodder brings his passion for motorsports to work every day. Take a friend snowmobiling No one is more excited about getting outdoors this winter than snowmobilers. And snowmobilers love to show others all the fun and adventure everyone can experience from the seat of a sled. Snowmobiling is good for you Snowmobiling is an important recreation activity that is being recognized by more land managers, chambers of commerce, tax collectors and others. Snowmobiling in Yellowstone Here's an update on the Yellowstone Winter Use Plan and EIS and the plan for this winter season. 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 we have made it 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. Get your photos published in the upcoming magazine! SnoRiders West is gearing up for the new season and we are looking for snowmobiling photos from the following areas: Crowsnest Pass, Smokey Lake, St. Paul, Whitecourt, Golden, Valemount, Revelstoke, Elkford, Fernie, New Denver, Creston, Kamloops, Salmon Arm, Sicamous, Chetwynd, Mackenzie, McBride, Smithers, Tumbler Ridge, Hudson Bay, Nipawin, Kamsack, Kelvington, Nipawin, Watrous, Yorkton, Prince Albert, Candle Lake, La Ronge, Big River, Pinawa, Winnipeg and Lake of the Wood in Minnesota. Send your photos to Kirsten Armleder at kirsten@kpimedia.com with your name and a short description of when and where the photo was taken. OLD SLED ZONE A Snow Traveller is born Having completed several years of prototype testing, the McOuats, manufacturers of Hus-Ski snowmobiles, were ready to start production of their snowmachine. Advertisement TEAM SNO-QUEST 3 ALL OUT It's all or nothing Team Sno-Quest is back with a new DVD featuring bigger and badder jumps, insane drops, enormous hill climbs, extreme powder and awesome scenery. ZSKINZ INC. The world's finest snowmobile covers Sno-Skinz is a premium snowmobile cover with a product and reputation second to none. TRAILSEAL® TAILGATE GASKET A simple solution Designed to keep snow, rain and dust out of your truck bed, TrailSeal® Tailgate Gasket is an innovative device that seals the gaps between the box and tailgate. CHETWYND, BRITISH COLUMBIA Scenic sledding Tucked in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Chetwynd remains one of Northern British Columbia’s most intriguing snowmobile destinations. July-October Grass drags are hot this summer The Saskatchewan Snowmobile Racing Association is celebrating 40 years. September 28-30, 2007 | ANCHORAGE, ALASKA Alaska Winter Recreation & Travel Show Get travel information, view innovative products and have a good time. September 28-30, 2007 | FAIRBANKS, ALASKA Winter Trade Show Snowmobiles, ATVs, snowplows, information on car care, winterization, boiler tune-ups, heating fuel, home care, travel ideas and much more. September 29, 2007 | ST. EUSTACHE, QUEBEC Expo-Sno 2007 For the past two years, dozens of vintage snowmobile enthusiasts have converged on the Autodrome in St. Eustache, Quebec, for Expo-Sno. October 6-7, 2007 | ECKVILLE, ALBERTA David Thompson Snowrider Grass Drags Watch some of North America's fastest snowmobiles and ATVs compete. October 12-14, 2007 | TORONTO, ONTARIO 20th Annual Toronto International Snowmobile, ATV & Powersport Show Don't miss the "World's Largest Snowmobile, ATV and Powersport Show." List your event on SnoRidersWest.com! Do you have a snowmobile-related event? Let us know about it. Send event details to Kirsten Armleder at kirsten@kpimedia.com. 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.

JUNEAU, ALASKA Breaking barriers Alaska's backcountry allows for many, like Tyler Kipp, to challenge their riding abilities and hone their skills. "Riding up here is absolutely amazing," said Kipp. "This year was a huge stepping stone on learning to pancake whip, do re-entries and jump over 135 feet. Next year, hopefully, I'll be able to land a clean back flip and amplify my whips." —submitted by Tyler Kipp Submit your shots and win! Send us your best snowmobiling photos and win great prizes. Just e-mail your photo—along with a brief description of the location, date, rider and photographer—to info@kpimedia.com with "Hotshot" in the subject line and you will instantly be entered to win. 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.