Inside The Summit Expert’s S32 Suspension & Twin Link Steering
Go inside Ski-Doo’s S32 suspension and Twin Link steering on the Summit X Expert. Learn how the ultra-narrow front end boosts precision, stability, and control in deep snow.
The Secrets Behind The Long-Tail Geometry On Indy XCRs
Inside Polaris’ 2026 Indy XCR long-tail rear suspension geometry upgrade—how they improved handling, bottoming resistance, and aggressive trail performance.
How Electronic Power Steering Changes the Ride on Trail Snowmobiles
Electronic power steering (EPS) uses a motor to assist steering, reducing effort in tight turns, deep snow and rough terrain.
Arctic Cat’s New Cross-Action II Rear Suspension
Arctic Cat’s Cross-Action II rear suspension improves handling, traction and versatility with updated geometry for trail and crossover riding.
Polaris Patriot 9R—The Next Evolution of 2-Stroke Power
When Polaris introduced the Patriot 9R, the goal was clear: create the most responsive and powerful naturally aspirated 2-stroke engine the company had ever built. Designed as a “factory-mod” style powerplant, the Polaris Patriot 9R takes the proven Patriot engine architecture and pushes it further with increased displacement, lighter rotating components, and race-focused engineering.
Arctic Cat Expands Electronic Power Steering for 2027
For 2027, Arctic Cat is taking rider comfort and control to the next level by greatly expanding the availability of electronic power steering (EPS) across its snowmobile lineup.
Ski‑Doo Ushers in a New Era with Rotax 600RR E‑TEC Power
For the 2027 model year, Ski‑Doo is pushing its 2‑stroke performance envelope with the new Rotax 600RR E‑TEC engine. It’s a fresh take on the brand’s 600cc class that blends higher output with refined efficiency and rideability.
Clutching 101: Understanding the Basics of a CVT System
Understanding the basics of how a clutch system works is valuable for any snowmobiling enthusiast. It can help you diagnose problems – or at least explain them more clearly to the service manager when your sled starts acting up.
Polaris Engineers Share Dynamix Suspension System Details
The Dynamix system comes with three specific driving modes: Comfort, Rally and Extreme. Why three modes, and what do they do?
Tested: Dalton Industries Quick Adjust Cam Arms
EDITORS NOTE: This test on the Dalton Industries Quick Adjust Cam Arms was first published in the October 2023 issue of Snow Goer in...
Tech Professor Flashback: Push-Button Reverse
OK, longtime snowmobilers: Do you remember the era where it was actually a lot of work to back up your snowmobile? That's right, relative...
GPS On Sleds: Arctic Cat Answers
After modern Arctic Cat snowmobile riders have watched with jealous eyes while Polaris and Ski-Doo riders glanced at their gauges to choose a direction...
Snowmobile Science: Explaining Reeds
EDITORS NOTE: In each issue of Snow Goer, trained engineer and hard-core sledhead T.J. Krob takes a "scientific" look at something in snowmobiling. This...
The Science Of Snow: Sheering, Vaporizing, Tumbling Balls Of Fun
Snow makes snowmobiling possible, but how much do you really understand about what it is and how each flake morphs through its life cycle?...
Tech 2020: Inside Development Of Ski-Doo’s Expedition Platform
EDITORS NOTE: Each year, Snow Goer kicks off a new season with Q&A interviews with designers and engineers, taking readers deeper into the development...
How To Prep For Off-Season Storage
Many owners let their snowmobiles coast to a stop at the end of a season’s last ride, and there they sit in the yard all spring, summer...
Snow Science: The Marvels Of Modern Lubricity
Remember the "good-old-days" of mixing your gas and oil every single time you fueled up the sled? Even if your history of the sport...
How To Replace Ski-Doo Pilot TS Ski Wear Bars
The Ski-Doo Pilot TS (Tunable Ski) skis found on some Ski-Doo models represent a unique way to influence the handling characteristics of a snowmobile. With a...
Snow Science: Understanding Track Durometer
Do you fully understand how your track's durometer will affect the quality of your ride? Snow Goer’s own T.J. Krob, author of the Snowmobile Science column,...
Ski-Doo Offers Gen4 Updates To Extend Belt Life
In an attempt to get ahead of some drive belt issues experienced by some buyers of its 2017 snowmobiles in the new REV Gen4...
