Reminded of the Arctic Cat Flying Tigers

Looking at a recent photo of Aaron Scheele's shop, I was reminded of one of the all-time great Arctic Cat ads: Flying Tigers.

Click to see why.

1973 Arctic Cat Test Crew

Here's a photo of the Arctic Cat test crew from 1973-74 that surfaced this past summer.

Click for a mostly-complete list of names, and to add any more infomation if you have it.

Yes, the Arctic Cat Wildcat Can Fly

Wondering wheather the new Arctic Cat Wildcat ROV can fly, and whether it lands on its feet?

Me too.

See if these pix I shot yesterday answer the questions.

Ische's 1974 Arctic Cat Sno Pro

After yesterday's post showing some of the Ische family's Arctic Cat memorabilia, I realized that I didn't show any pix of Tom, Nancy or Brianna.

So here are some photos of them with their mind-boggling 1974 Sno Pro race sled.

(These images were taken for the "50 Years of the Cat" book.)

Lots More Arctic Cat Memorabilia (Ische Collection)

After thinking I was pretty cool with my new (old) Arctic Cat lighters and ZR 440 toy, I went through some photos of the Ische family's collection taken to produce the "50 Years of the Cat" book.

What I have is few odds and ends. What the Isches have is a collection.

So click to check out just some of their cool Arctic Cat memorabilia.

Scored!: Sweet Arctic Cat Memorabilia

I don't mean to gloat (and it's not like these things are outrageously-rare) but I just got a couple of items I've wanted for a LONG time.

Now... should I play with fire or with a toy snowmobile?

Test-Drive an Arctic Cat Wildcat

This could be you test-driving an Arctic Cat Wildcat, beginning as soon as tomorrow.

Click to check out the Demo Tour schedule.

When Seeing Snowmobiles Was Like Winning the Lottery

Sometimes I forget that there was a time, not too many years ago, when the only viewable information we could get about snowmobiles was either magazines, books and promotional material.

Even Archie Comics were cool if there a snowmobile was involved.

And those few times I stumbled upon snowmobiling on television was like winning the lottery.

Click to read my ramble.

Mid-School Trivia Contest

The first person who answers all of the mid-school, diabolical questions correctly, wins an infamous ArcticInsider Gift Pack.

Good luck, and cheat if you want.

2012 Supplemental Arctic Cat P,G&A Catalog

Every year Arctic Cat produces a parts/accessories/Arcticwear catalog with its new and popular items. The thing is, that catalog is only some of the stuff they actually have available.

They also create supplemental catalog that includes many new items (not in the color catalog), as well as lots of other good parts/accessories, but most of us never see it.

CLICK HERE to download a 10MB pdf of the catalog.

New Arctic Cat Products for October '11

Arctic Cat released info on a new batch of products:

-Graphics Kits

-50th Anniversary Oil Drum

-38-in. Wide A-arm kit

-Skivvies

Click to check 'em out.

Revisited: Minnesota-to-Moscow Snowmobile Expedition

HERE'S a cool story that revisits the famous 1990 Minnesota-to-Moscow snowmobile expedition.

I feel fortunate to know Scott Eilertson and Lee Busse quite well. I also have a funny story I'll share about Grigori Shulik... sometime.

Waconia Open House

Waconia Powersports, the Arctic Cat snowmobile and ATV dealer on the western edge of the Twin Cities, is hosting its Open House this Saturday, Oct. 8.

If you're nearby, come for the hotdogs and deals, then stay for the bonfire and 50 Years of Arctic Cat movie.

Boondocker Turbo for the 2012 Arctic Cat M800

Boondocker has two turbo kit options for the new Arctic Cat M800: one that's intercooled, and one that isn't.

Check out these beauty pix of the intercooled kit.

Two Perfect Days in TRF

What was going on in Thief River Falls last Friday - Saturday?

Click to see a few pix.

SHOF Raffle: Win a Nelson-Built Replica

For all of you who want (or are building) a modernized vintage Arctic Cat El Tigre Cross-Country, throw down $10 for a chance to win one built by Brian Nelson (right).

You'll be supporting the Snowmobile Hall of Fame in the process.

Click for more info.

DNF: Snocross at the Upcoming X Games

I'm told that snocross won't be part of the "entertainment package" at the upcoming ESPN X Games.

But you will still be able to watch an unending supply of backflips, tail-grabs and Indian Airs.

Click to read a little bit more.

C.J. Ramstad's Trail will be Officially Designated

The influence of the late C.J. Ramstad will be celebrated with the official dedication of the C.J. Ramstad/North Shore snowmobile Trail.

Click for some details.

Q&A with Andy Beavis, Arctic Cat Engineer

Andy Beavis is a Design Engineer at Arctic Cat, who designs parts and assemblies for the company's mountain sleds.

Click to read about his job, and to see his sweet skills to ride the machines he designs.

Country Cat Open House Oct. 1

Country Cat of Sauk Centre, Minn., is hosting their annual Open House on Sat., Oct. 1.

Click to read a checklist of what you'll see there.