Snowmobile the peaks and valleys of B.C.'s Thompson Okanagan region
Snowmobilers delight in the amazing sledding opportunities in the Thompson Okanagan
British Columbia's Thompson Okanagan region features some real snowmobiling hot spots, like Valemount, Kamloops, Kelowna, Sicamous and the Shuswap. Friendly residents and passionate sledders make this region a popular choice for snowmobilers of all ages and skill levels.
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Understanding our passion
The last two winter seasons, I’ve had the opportunity to ride with some amazing avalanche professionals in the McBride- Valemount-Blue River corridor as they complete ATES Terrain Ratings for the managed snowmobile areas within B.C.
Hit the trails around Kelowna
For a unique sledding experience, visit the Thompson Okanagan area
Finding new ground
The new GM of Sicamous's Eagle Valley Snowmobile Society has had his share of memorable rides in the area.
Seeking a new sledding adventure in the Shuswap backcountry
My awesome backyard consists of the Coast Mountain range from Squamish to Pemberton, B.C. I can get lost for days sledding or sled-skiing deep, powdery lines that leave me breathless.
The thrill of a lifetime
Valemount offers nothing but the best when it comes to snowmobiling trails for sledders of all skill levels
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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.
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Sicamous, BC
Proud to accommodate the sledding community
At the Best Western Sicamous Inn, friendly staff and superior comfort await your arrival. After a day on the mountain, dry your gear in our drying room as you relax in our indoor or outdoor hot tub. Or take a swim in our pristine indoor pool. We also offer a large parking lot equipped with surveillance cameras that can be viewed from the TV in your very own room. We know that you have been hearing about the epic sledding in Sicamous. This is the season to make those stories your own! Whether staying in our spacious Executive Suite with all your friends or enjoying the pampering of your own personal jetted tub in our Premier Suite, we have the room to suit your needs. Enjoy a deluxe continental breakfast with fresh hot waffles before hitting the hills.
Sicamous, BC
A friendly atmosphere awaits
Nestled between the Eagle River and the TransCanada Highway, in Sicamous, British Columbia, a friendly atmosphere awaits you. You can enjoy a meal off the menu at our cozy fully licensed restaurant or choose one of the three daily specials that we provide. For the sledders who come to ride our award winning mountains, our newly renovated rooms will give you a homey place to relax and dry your gear at the end of a hard day. Steps away is the restaurant where you can start your day with a homemade breakfast and watch the newest sled DVDs. In the evening you can watch your favourite teams play while enjoying supper and having a cold one.
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.
A global company with a proven track record
Camoplast Solideal is a world leader in the design, manufacturing and distribution of off-road tires, rubber tracks, undercarriage systems, wheels, body dressing parts, under-the-hood plastic components and assemblies, molded skis, engine covers, thermal and air induction systems. As a strategic supplier to leading Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), we deliver our products directly to their assembly lines. We use the full power of our experience, engineering expertise, innovation skills, support and best-in-class manufacturing capabilities to deliver high-performance products of unrivalled quality and value. On the strength of a global team of close to 8,000 dedicated experts, we operate advanced research and development centres, manufacturing plants in Canada, the USA, Europe and Asia, and distribution facilities on all continents.
Valemount, BC
Let the mountains move you!
Nestled in a valley of three mountain ranges—the Rockies, Cariboos and Monashee Mountains—Valemount has mountains of opportunity waiting for you. World-class snowmobiling offers something for every level of rider. Groomed trails make alpine areas accessible for even novice sledders. For first-time mountain riders, a guided tour is an option that will allow you to get to know the area safely. Winter generally begins in early December and can last until April. December to March, the mountains receive fresh powder almost daily, while spring riding offers trails that are well set up and this allows access to isolated areas for even short-track machines.
This hill is all mine!
Jim Lamar found himself a nice sunny day for sledding.
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