Oct 30, 2007 · I've got a '70 Ski Doo Olympique 12/3 thats fantastic in deep snow. The Elan is a similar sled. The advantage with them is the center engine configuration that makes the front of the sled light so it'll float a little better in deep snow. Riding in deeps now takes leg muscles though, its all about shifting your weight.

Jan 10, 2008 · Im with the Elanor vote... good sleds for deep snow.... my uncle has a ski doo everst withte 16" wide track thig also just floats on the snow.... i like the 1973 charger ss 530.... those sleds are a font engine sled but they have the power to take it anywere u want to.

Nov 3, 2004 · Snowmobile Tech / Mod Center. Engine / Drivetrain

Feb 6, 2010 · Joelk: Like Dan said, momentum is key. I love riding in deep powder, but I have to keep the rpm's up. Also, learning to carve is important when it gets deep. Check out this site for tips, especially counter steering. sledshot.com | the epicenter of mountain sledding & snowmobiling TRAX822: Love those old Phazers.

Jan 9, 2010 · True that, but notice that he is in NY, sure some areas get a lot of snow. but not like you are experiencing there. You would be surprised at how well mine performs in deep snow. Steep attack angle, 1" lugs, track set down for penetration, clutched to engage at 3400, and geared for a top speed of 90 now.

Dec 22, 2011 · A 136" touring would be fine in that much snow, but I'd change the track ... most touring sleds come stock with 3/4" paddles. You'd want 1" to 1.25" for bopping around off trail. My 2000 Panther (with the 136x15x3/4") would get stuck pretty easily in only a couple feet of snow.

Jan 9, 2009 · 1992 Ski Doo Mach 1 (SC-10/2 suspended) March '07 SF.com Sled of the Month! (Lost in fire 4-7-13) 2009 Ski Doo MXZ 500SS TnT

Feb 11, 2011 · 2004 Polaris Trail RMK 136 1997 Ski Doo Summit 500 2000 Arctic Cat ZL550 ESR (in NY) 2000 Arctic Cat 440 Panther (sold)

Jan 31, 2014 · Your exhaust is plugging with snow. Very common problem with most sleds, unless they have a deflector plate. If you look at any mountain sled, they will have them. In the deep stuff the exhaust cannot exit freely due to all of the snow in the way. No air out = no air in, loosing power. A deflecor displaces this snow, allowing free exit of the ...

Nov 27, 2008 · You can always put a deeper lug track on that if you like to get the extra traction but you will still get the benefit of the 2 up option and the wider ski stance and steering geometry for trail riding. I would imagine a 1.5" to 1.75" lug would …