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iPhone’s SOS Satellite Feature Saves Life of Stranded Snowmobiler

Just a few months after Apple’s iPhone added an off-grid SOS, it may have already saved the life of a man stuck in the Alaskan…

Written by Andrew McLemore December 08, 2022

Polaris Recalls 140K Snowmobiles for ‘Bursting’ Gas Tanks

The popular snowmobile cited instances of fire and injury from the defect.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 22, 2022

onX Offroad Gets Snowmobile-Focused Updates: Access SNOTEL Data, Updated Snow Mode

With onX Offroad’s timely 2022 update, snowmobile lovers have a new option for staying safe while exploring the backcountry.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 11, 2022

‘Stop Ride’: Polaris Recalls 230K Snowmobiles After 16 Fires

Owners of affected Polaris snowmobiles should stop using them immediately and not try to repair them without help.

Written by Andrew McLemore August 31, 2022

Electric Snowmobile Revolution: Taiga Nomad Review

In March, Taiga delivered its Nomad electric snowmobile. Later in 2022, it will ship its Ekko electric mountain sled, Atlas hybrid sled, and Orca personal…

Written by Berne Broudy May 13, 2022

‘World’s First’ Standup Snowmobile: Widescape WS250

The 250cc WS250 Origin is part snowmobile, part enduro motorcycle, and part MTB. And it’s more affordable than that Timbersled you’ve been eyeing for years.

Written by Jilli Cluff February 24, 2022

Polaris Recalls 13,000 Snowmobiles for ‘Stuck Throttle’ Defect

Polaris has voluntarily recalled multiple varieties of 2022 model-year snowmobiles. Find out if your sled is affected.

Written by Sam Anderson February 21, 2022

Kids and Newbies Can Sled on the New Ski-Doo Neo Snowmobiles

With its new Neo and Neo+ sleds, Ski-Doo targets snowmobile newcomers as well as riders caught between youth and full sizes.

Written by Jilli Cluff February 21, 2022

Backcountry Snowmobile Safety, According to Instructor Bret Rasmussen

To help motorized riders manage risk while boondocking, backcountry ‘professor’ Bret Rasmussen has been refining avalanche education programs for nearly a decade. Here are his…

Written by Morgan Tilton March 16, 2021

Lynx Snowmobiles Hit North America: Rave RE, Boondocker DS First Look

Europe’s top-selling snowmobile manufacturer has hopped the Atlantic. Now, U.S. and Canadian trail and backcountry riders can steer these sturdy, high-performance snow machines from a…

Written by Morgan Tilton March 08, 2021

Goodbye Snowmobiles, Hello Skizee? Meet the Miniature Motor for Skiers

The thrill of downhill skiing on flat ground: That’s one premise of the Skizee, a wacky winter invention.

Written by Nate Mitka January 16, 2019

Custom Sports Car Transforms Into Ultimate Snowmobile

The Chicago Auto Show will host one of the hottest cold weather concepts ever built: A drop-top Nissan 370Z… on skis.

Written by Adam Ruggiero February 05, 2018

Conceptual Snowmobile: Trail Ready, Seats Four

This snowmobile carries the whole family, fits onto existing snowmobile trails, and packs a 165 horsepower engine.

Written by Nate Mitka February 14, 2017

Will Ferrell To Play Man Who Snowmobiled To North Pole

Will Ferrell is reportedly cast as Ralph Plaisted, the everyman-turned explorer who reached the North Pole by snowmobile in 1968.

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 06, 2016

Snowboards & Snowmobiles In Mountain ‘Convergance’

Snowmobiles are polarizing machines. While many people dislike the noise they create, they are a powerful tool to access peaks when used responsibly. Travis Rice…

Written by Sean McCoy October 19, 2015

Water Skiing Behind A Snowmobile

For the skier, getting to the water might be the hardest part.

Written by Sean McCoy August 27, 2015

Snowmobiler Buried By Avalanche

His buddies act fast to dig him free.

Written by Sean McCoy February 12, 2015

‘Snow Crawler’ Concept Snowmobile

You know you’d want to take this thing for a spin! The Snow Crawler concept vehicle marries a snowmobile with interior creature comfort.

Written by Sean McCoy January 03, 2015

Tow-In: Backcountry Skiing Via Snowmobile

You can charter a helicopter — or you can hop on one of these, an alternative and less expensive tool to access the backcountry.

Written by Sean McCoy December 19, 2014

Flying Snowmobile Is Crazy Way To Enjoy Winter

Yes, snowmobiles can really fly — at least this one!

Written by Sean McCoy December 12, 2014

Ford Truck Converted To Outrageous 'Snowmobile'

Snowmobile on steroids? Shredding snowboarders? This video’s got both.

Written by Sean McCoy October 29, 2014

Video: Snowmobile ‘Hucks’ Massive Cliff

Need a quick dose of adrenaline? Hold on tight as this snowmobile goes airborne.

Written by Sean McCoy April 28, 2014

Fat-Biker Fined By National Forest Service For Riding On Snowmobile Trails

Fat-bikes were banned from some winter trails in a National Forest by “special order.” Nobody bothered to spread the news.

Written by Sean McCoy February 11, 2014

Rev your Engine? ATV, Snowmobile Giant Stakes claim with E-Bikes

Motorsports maker Polaris Industries Inc. is jumping full into e-bikes. It’s launching a line this fall it says will finally make electric bicycles “a viable…

Written by Stephen Regenold September 13, 2012

The Best Fleece Jackets for Women in 2023

We review the best fleece jackets for women for 2022. Top picks include Patagonia, Mammut, REI, Voormi, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Kylie Mohr March 21, 2023

The Best Snowboard Boots of 2023

Whether heading into the backcountry or looking for an all-mountain winner, we found the best snowboard boots of 2023.

Written by Morgan Tilton and Austin Beck-Doss March 09, 2023

The Best Ski Pants of 2023

When suiting up to go skiing, it’s easy to neglect the lower half of the body. Jackets and upper-body layers may attract more interest and…

Written by Austin Beck-Doss and Ryan Baker March 06, 2023

The Best Ski Jackets of 2023

Whether you’re skiing or snowboarding in sunny or stormy conditions, here are our top picks for the longest-lasting, protective, comfortable jackets to keep you outside…

Written by Morgan Tilton and Ryan Wilchens March 06, 2023