Christian Brothers Racing: Great Start to 2014

Christian Brothers Racing can boast the largest, most diversified team in snowmobile racing.

They can also boast about their awesome start to 2014.

Click to see a video recap and to read their press release.

Record-Breaking Start of New Year for Team Arctic

In a 36-hour period, Team Arctic racers broke snocross win records, won 17 of 20 cross-country finals and pretty much made it a miserable start to 2014 for anyone not riding Cat.

Click to read the Team Arctic press release.

Almost Didn't Happen: Brian Dick's XC Win in Detroit Lakes

Brian Dick’s Pro Stock win at the USXC cross-country in Detroit Lakes, Minn., almost didn’t happen.

Not because of the wicked pace of his teammate Zach Herfindahl, a miscalculation on sled set-up or a mental mistake that would have cost him the win.

Brian’s win almost didn’t happen because he almost stayed home to work on his other race sleds.

Click to read the rest of the story.

Supermen: Hibbert Honors Morgan at Canterbury

I’ll soon post the Team Arctic results and press release from the first weekend of racing in 2014, and it will highlight Tucker Hibbert’s historic win.

But the official press releases won’t tell what I think are two of the best stories of the weekend.

The first unfolded on Friday night at Canterbury Park in Shakopee, Minn.

Click to read about it.

USXC Announces "Mini" I-500 Cross-Country for 120s

How's this for cool!: A special 120-class 5-mile cross-country race will be held in conjunction with the upcoming Seven Clan's Casino/USXC I-500 event.

Dubbed the "Mini I-500," this event will introduce 120-class racers to true cross-country, with a mile-long race course featuring some ditch, field and woods.

Click to see the full poster.

TGIF: The Jan. 3, 2014 Edition

I'm thankful that jumping a snowmobile over an measly automobile, with no landing ramp, was SO last week's news.

I'm thankful that Caeser's Palace was booked by that other guy who jumps stuff.

I'm thankful the PR department agreed to leave out the horses.

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

Happy New Year

This morning, I raise my coffee cup to the New Year.

Wherever you are on the trail of life, and no matter where your tracks go, I sincerely wish you the best now and in the adventure that awaits.

Tucker Hibbert Aims for 85th (and more) Wins This Weekend

Right now Tucker Hibbert is tied with Blair Morgan at 84 national snocross Pro class victories.

This Friday and Saturday at Canterbury Park in Shakopee, Minn., Hibbert will attempt to set a new record.

Click to read the press release.

Twas the Night Before (Hammer and LumberHead's) Christmas

Sorry to post this a few days late, but it's worth every bit of the wait.

A slightly twisted version of "Twas the Night Before Christmas" from my north-of-the-border friends, Hammer and LumberHead.

Click and Enjoy.

TGIF: The Dec. 27, 2013 Edition

I'm thankful 10,000 people paid to witness the absurdity of this situation and, more importantly, that I get a portion of the gate.

I'm thankful the outfit I'm wearing completely obscures my true identity.

I'm thankful I can risk my life for the inglorious distinction of jumping just one single Caddy with my snowmobile.

And I'm thankful it's Friday, Dec. 27, 2013.

Wishes Come True: Snow Depth for Dec. 27, 2013

So far, the winter of 2013-2014 has answered the hopes and prayers of snowmobilers living in most areas of North America.

Click HERE for the NOAA site, where you can find detailed analysis of anywhere in the U.S.

USXC 2013 Pine Lake Video Recap

Watch this nice recap from the first USXC cross-country of the 2013-14 season on Pine Lake.

It's a good introduction to many of the Pro racers from all the brands.

Merry Christmas to the Unknown Snowmobiler

On the 11th Day of Christmas my true love gave to me...

...a Merry Christmas to the unknown night rider from all those years ago.

(Click to read his story.)

TGIF: The Dec. 20, 2013 Edition

(NOTE: You need to READ THIS for today's TGIF to make sense)

I'm thankful for the great experiences during my recent trip to Sweden.

I'm thankful the hotel in Farsnas didn't charge me extra for the bed sheet that got tangled in the track.

I'm thankful the guy was fumbling with his camera phone on my approach.

And I'm thankful it's Friday, Dec. 20, 2013.

Team Arctic's USXC Pine Lake 2013 Press Release

Click to read the official Team Arctic press release from last weekend's kickoff event to the 2013-2014 USXC cross-country season, the Gerald Dyrdahl Memorial 200 at Pine Lake.

Dec. 27-29 Demo Rides in Wisconsin on 2014 Arctic Cat Sleds

You can demo ride several 2014 model year Arctic Cat snowmobiles this Dec. 27-29 in Hazelhurst, Wis.

Click for all the details.

Watch Zach Herfindahl Rip the First Lap at Pine Lake

Check out this cool video of Team Arctic/Christian Bros. Racing pro Zach Herfindahl on the first lap of the Pro 600 final at Pine Lake.

(At the 4:00 mark you can see the aftermath of Wes Selby's crash.)

All courtesy of Gary at SnoX365. And Zach, of course.

The Lowdown on the 2013 Pine Lake USXC Cross-Country Opener

For decades, cross-country racers have gathered on Pine Lake near Clearbrook, Minn., for the first race season. It's where we learn which brands have done their homework in the off-season, and which drivers will emerge as the season's stars.

Judging from last weekend's Gerald Dyrdahl Memorial Pine Lake 200 by USXC, Team Arctic is blessed with another winning juggarnaut.

Click to read the story.

Merry Christmas 2013 from Everyone at Arctic Cat

Merry Christmas from Arctic Cat!

December 2013: Two Days at Arctic Cat

It's winter in Thief River Falls (and most of the world, it seems), which I happily discovered during my trip to Arctic Cat this week.

Click to see what's going on at the home of the Cat.