One Lungers Episode 5: The Ultimate Barn Find

Episode 5 of the fantastic One Lungers series is up and worth watching.

It focusses on vintage collector Harlan Rohner, who certainly qualifies as having an ultimate barn find.

What Happens When a Thundercat Mates with a Yugo?!

I don't want to know why, rather I'd prefer to know what it drives like.

I'm referring to this honey of a Yugo that's powered by a 900cc Suzuki triple straight out of an Arctic Cat Thundercat. Someone just paid $2,025 for it on eBay.

Click to learn a wee bit more.

(And if you've driven this baby, please give us a report!)

TGIF: The Nov. 7, 2014 Edition

I'm thankful for the Minnesota deer hunting opener.

I'm thankful my Quadski can transport me over the river and through the woods.

I'm thankful that, in the event my hunt is unsuccessful, I can buy a little more photoshopping for this image.

And I'm thankful it's Friday, Nov. 7, 2014.

Legends Gather: Team Arctic Sno Pro Reunion

Recently, the core of Team Arctic's legendary Sno Pro team reuinited for the first time in more than three decades.

Larry Coltom, Dave Thompson, Bob Elsner, Jim Dimmerman, Roger Skime, Bill Ness and Bill Decker gathered to remember their past and reveal the present.

In this heartfelt, personal account of that weekend, Dimmerman takes us there and shares what it meant to him personally.

Trailside Chatter #2: Indispensable Gear

It’s November 1993.

While race-prepping the ZR 440 that he sponsored for me to contest the 1994 ISOC cross-country race season, Brian Nelson adds an accessory that will forever change my snowmobile experience and set a template for every snowmobile that I’ve owned since then.

It isn’t some game-changing clutch secret or revolutionary suspension set-up. Nope, far less tantalizing or exotic...(MORE)

USXC/Briggs and Stratton Triple Crown of Youth Cross-Country

Briggs and Stratton is proud to announce the debut of the inaugural USXC Briggs and Stratton Triple Crown, a three-race series of cross-country events for youth who compete with 120-class snowmobiles equipped with the Briggs 206 engine.

In addition to the excitement and prestige associated with these true cross-country events for youth, Briggs and Stratton is offering $3,000 in prizes that will be randomly given away to registered 206-class racers.

The three USXC Briggs and Stratton Triple Crown events include:

Dec. 2 Dec. 20 – Pine Lake, Minnesota

Jan. 31 – Park Rapids, Minnesota

Feb. 28 – Thief River Falls, Minnesota

Click for more info.

TGIF: The Halloween 2014 Edition

I'm thankful that we celebrate the mischievous one day each year.

I'm thankful when that day is a Friday.

I'm thankful for the fiery idea that I stole from THUG Kitchen.

And I'm thankful it's Halloween 2014.

Trailside Chatter #1: Making Plans

(The thoughtful feedback and comments I get from you guys is one of my favorite things about this website. Beginning this week I'm going to post semi-regular questions that swirl around in my brain, with hopes that you might share your answer.)

53,280.

That was how many minutes until the first cross-country race of the season, from the moment that my son Calvin asked the question recently.

He was sort-of joking when he asked the question, but he was dead-serious about his anticipation of going and competing there. He was making plans... (MORE)

TGIF: The Oct. 24, 2014 Edition

I'm thankful for the sheer thrill of ditch banging on my snowmobile (although I prefer groomed trails).

I'm thankful for the corner-carving excellence of this rider-forward snowmobile design.

I'm thankful I don't wear a scarf.

And I'm thankful it's Friday, October 24, 2014.

Bob Elsner: An Interview with the Team Arctic Sno Pro Legend

Team Arctic has been home to many of the all-time greatest snowmobile racers. Among the elite list of all-time greats is Bob Elsner, stalwart of the Team Arctic Sno Pro era and the 1979 World Champion.

Recently, the humble man from New London, Wis., answered a pile of questions from this lifelong fan, which was truly a dream come true.

Click to read what he has to say.

On the Production Line: 2015 Arctic Cat ZR6000R Race Sleds

The 2015 Arctic Cat ZR6000R race sleds were rolling off the assembly line in Thief River Falls yesterday.

Dang, these sleds look cool!

Click to see some more pix.

TGIF: The Oct. 17, 2014 Edition

I'm thankful the engineers FINALLY built us a proper musclesled.

I'm thankful it's got a Hemi.

I'm thankful for the 1.25-in. lug track that comes on the Sno Pro edition.

And I'm thankful it's Friday, Oct. 17, 2014.

Stuck (by Cal Sandberg)

"When I pushed the throttle it sunk me deeper into the powder making me very stuck."

For his 7th grade English writing project, my son Cal describes a snowmobile ride in our backyard that occured when he was 5 years old.

In doing so, he depicts a situation that pretty much every snowmobiler can relate to.

The Naked Truth: Tucker Hibbert is Back in Arcticwear Race Gear

Tucker Hibbert is back in Arcticwear Race Gear beginning this season, wearing the sweet jacket/pant combo (above) as he continues his remarkable career.

There will also be a signature Sportswear Line for Arcticwear bearing his name and iconic No. 68 in the near future.

Click to read the press release.

TGIF: The Oct. 10, 2014 Edition

I’m thankful the boys and I will be able to lay down the law with these new Arctic Cat snowmobiles.

I’m thankful each sled has got a cop motor: a 440 cubic centimeter plant. Plus a cop track, cop suspension and cop shocks.

I’m thankful for the good times that are comin’ on the Cat.

And I’m thankful it’s Friday, Oct. 10, 2014.

One Lungers Episode 2: The Waconia Ride-In

Episode II of the One Lunger series has been posted, highlighting the Waconia (Minn.) Vintage Ride-In.

If you've ever wondered about the sights and sounds of Waconia, this short segment gives you a strong taste. Actually, more like a couple juicy bites.

No Chainsaw? No Problem for the Arctic Cat Wildcat Sport

No chainsaw? No problem!

Dean Bulloch from D&P Performance demonstrates how to clear a tree (literally) on an Arctic Cat Wildcat Sport.

This group was riding near Cedar City, Utah, last week.

Open House Time: A Day at Country Cat

It's October, which means shorter days, cooler nights, Halloween and Open House time at Arctic Cat dealerships.

This past weekend, I and 500 or so similar-minded enthusiasts attended the Open House celebration at Country Cat in Sauk Center, Minn., where the tradition of anticipation unfolded in all its greatness.

Click to see and read a few thoughts about this event and other like them.

One Lungers: The Trailer (I Can't Wait for the Movie)

By the looks of this trailer, the One Lunger series of vintage snowmobile films is gonna be pretty spectucular.

Then click the link to see the short film about Brian "Rampage" Montogery, a builder of rat-rod sleds who's straightforward style is pretty darn refreshing.

TGIF: The Oct. 3, 2014 Edition

I'm thankful that after the dreadful game against the Green Bay Packers last night, the Minnesota Vikings mascot took to his snowmobile for some post-game jousting.

I'm thankful the Minnesota Vikings are going to the Super Bowl this year, albeit on a snowmobile.

And I'm thankful it's Friday, Oct. 3, 2014.