Turning
Depending on terrain conditions, there
are two preferred ways to turn or cor-
ner a snowmobile. For most snow
surfaces, “body english” is the key to
turning. Leaning towards the inside of
the turn and positioning body weight
on the inside foot will create a “bank-
ing” condition beneath the track. By
adopting this position and positioning
yourself as far forward as possible,
weight will be transferred to the inside
ski.
On occasion, you will find that the on-
ly way to turn the vehicle about in
deep snow is to pull the snowmobile
around. Do not over-exert yourself.
Get assistance. Remember to always
lift using your legs as opposed to your
back.
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Road Crossing
In some cases, you will be approach-
ing the road from a ditch or snowbank.
Choose a place where you know you
can climb without difficulty. Use the
standing position and proceed with on-
ly as much speed needed to crest the
bank. Stop completely at the top of
the bank and wait for all traffic to clear.
Judge the drop to the roadway. Cross
the road at a 90° angle. If you en-
counter another snowbank on the op-
posite side, position your feet near the
rear of the vehicle. Remember, your
snowmobile is not designed to oper-
ate on bare pavement and steering on
this type of surface is more difficult.
Railroad Crossing
Never ride on railroad tracks. It is ille-
gal. Railroad tracks and railroad rights-
of-way are private property. A snow-
mobile is no match for a train. When
crossing a railroad track, stop, look and
listen.
Night Rides
The amount of natural and artificial
light at a given time can effect your
ability to see or to be seen. Nighttime
snowmobiling is delightful. It can be
a unique experience if you acknowl-
edge your reduced visibility. Before
you start, make certain your lights
are clean and work properly. Drive
at speeds that will allow you to stop
in time when you see an unknown
or dangerous object ahead. Stay on
established trails and never operate in
unfamiliar territory. Avoid rivers and
lakes. Guy wires, barbed wire fences,
cabled road entrances and other ob-
jects such as tree limbs are difficult
to see at night. Never drive alone.
Always carry a flashlight. Keep away
from residential areas and respect the
right of others to sleep.
Safari Riding
Before starting out, designate a “trail
boss” to lead the party and another
person to follow-up at the end of the
party. Ensure that all members of the
party are aware of the proposed route
and destination.
Make certain that
you are carrying all necessary tools
and equipment and that you have
sufficient fuel to complete the trip.
Never overtake the trail boss or, for
that matter, any other snowmobile.
Use down-the-line hand signals to in-
dicate hazards or intent of direction
change. Assist others whenever nec-
essary.
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