Arctic Cat announced an update to the side panel on all 2015 ZR, XF and M models in the 6000, 8000, and 9000 engine series.

The revised side panel features a new external duct that directs more air onto the clutches, reducing their operating temperatures.

Click to breeze through some more info and pix.

Arctic Cat updated the 2015 ZR4000RR with new, race-focused features aimed at higher performance and improved handling.

It gets the TEAM driven clutch, wider A-arms and new skis.

Click for more detailed information.

Once a month Arctic Cat distributes info to the media highlighting select new products, some of which are so new they didn't make it into the accessories catalog.

This month the batch includes an all-new 3.0-in. lug PowerClaw track for mountain sleds, SPY-built goggles, Tucker Hibbert Series FOX Shox and a women's BackCountry jacket.

Make the jump to see and read about them.

Big news coming out of Arctic Cat this morning... Claude Jordan has stepped down as President and CEO.

Former President and CEO Chris Twomey will be the interim chairman and CEO until the company finds a permanent replacement.

Click to read the news release.

Recently, Speedwerx came out with a kitted Arctic Cat ZR120 sled featuring the Briggs & Stratton 206 motor instead of the stock 120cc engine, plus a few extra goodies.

Their calling it the 206RR Arctic Cat, as in “race replica.”

It's a turn-key option for families who have outgrown the performance envelope of the stock 120, or/and those intending to race in the 206 class.

Click for details as well as a video that highlights its performance.

Thomas Sno Sports in Ogilvie, Minn., is hosting a 2014 Arctic Cat Demo Ride day on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014.

You can test-ride a new 2014 model 9000, 8000, 7000, 6000 and 5000-Series Arctic Cat, in ZR and XF flavors.

Click for more info on what is sure to be an awesome event.

This one is pretty much a no-brainer, must-do opportunity.

And it's pretty simple: Every time Tucker Hibbert wins an ISOC Pro Open final this season, eight people will win a free gallon of Arctic Cat APV oil.

Click to read the slippery details.

Want to style the same swanky threads, cap and infant bib that Tucker wears?

Easy... click to see the line and how to buy.

Due to popular demand from North American dealers and customers, Arctic Cat will make the 2014 Bearcat 570 XTE available in the U.S. and Canada.

A cross between a utility and touring machine, the versatile and value-oriented XTE was previously intended only for European markets.

Click to see the specs and a few highlights.

Today Arctic Cat reported its 2nd QTR Fiscal 2014 results. In a nutshell:

*Net sales rose to $238.5 million, up from $229.0 million in prior-year quarter;

*Sales driven by snowmobiles and side-by-sides;

*North American retail sales increased 17 percent versus year-ago quarter;

*Operating profit was $36.3 million versus $38.8 million in the year-ago quarter.

Click to read the full report.

The first Yamaha SR Vipers have been assembled at Arctic Cat in Thief River Falls, Minn.

Today Arctic Cat sent a press release detailing the celebration.

Click to read.

Racer, freestyler, hill climber, back country rider and now... mechanic on the Tucker Hibbert's Monster Energy/Arctic Cat team!

Garth Kaufman has had a cool career path.

Click to read the press release.

The options for carrying gear while riding various toys have grown exponentially in recent years. The quality and versatility have moved in-step, resulting in an array of packs of all sizes, styles and features.

Click to read a bit more about these made-by-OGIO packs from Arctic Cat.

For the last handful of years, Arctic Cat has pushed the fashion envelope with its Gatgirl Glam coat, and 2014 is no exception.

Here are the two latest versions of this snowmobile fashion coat.

Back when Edgar and I were designing the Panther, nobody ran decals on their sleds.

Later, when Roger and I were tweaking the first prototype El Tigre, people ran the square registration decals purchased from the hardware store.

It was during the early 80s when I was helping Z put the final touches on the first AFS Cats that going full-custo with painted pinstripes and registration numbers signified that you were a serious sledder.

And when Kirk and I were imagining the Torque Sensing Link for the ZR line, die-cut vinyl became the new standard for sled sweetness.

These days, you gotta have a wrap.

So after that history lesson, it's time to click to see the new Cat Wraps from Arctic Cat.

I have a feeling that the new Garage Collection of portswear from Arctic Cat will be pretty popular.

Click to see these fancy new threads.

Starting tomorrow, you can own even more of FOX Racing Shox than the units on your snowmobile or Wildcat.

The company completed an IPO yesterday and will be offering 8,571,429 shares at ~$14 per share.

Today Arctic Cat reported record results for its fiscal 2014 First Quarter.

One line from the results that greatly pleases me: "The company continued to increase investment in research and development to ensure a strong pipeline of new products and technologies..."

Click to read the full report. 

I haven’t yet watched the new DVD detailing the highlights of the 2013 USXC cross-country snowmobile race season, but if the footage in this 90-second trailer is any indication, it will be worth the $20 price tag.

The 45-min. DVD combines great race footage (like the snippet of Team Arctic’s Ryan Simons launching at the I-500 shown on the trailer); racer interviews (including Simons and Team Arctic great Jolene Bute); a tour inside a top race trailer; and many other elements of the USXC racing experience.

Click for more info about the DVD.

Check out some of the new Arctic Cat accessories that the company is highlighting for the 2013-14 snowmobile season.