Sled Talk
Welcome to Sled Talk — where it’s all about snowmobiling, stories, and the ride.
We’ve been riding together since the mid-70s, and let’s just say… we’ve seen it all. From pulling the cord to pulling our hair out, the sport has come a long way — and so have the stories.
Snowmobiling isn’t just something we do… it’s been a lifelong passion. And after decades on the trails, we’ve got no shortage of laughs, lessons, breakdowns, and unforgettable moments to share.
Whether you’re a hardcore rider, someone who’s been away from the sport for years, or brand new and just curious about life on the trails — you’re in the right place.
Our goal?
👉 Bring new riders into the sport
👉 Reconnect past riders with what they’ve been missing
👉 And celebrate everything that makes snowmobiling great
So fire up your sled… and let’s get into it.
Sled Talk
Behind The Groomer: Are We Doing It Right?
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In this episode of Sled Talk, the guys cover everything from world records and military snowmobiles to trail grooming, stolen sleds, and engine rebuilds.
They kick things off by revisiting our “Record Breakers and Movie Makers” episode, where Wasaga Beach made a run at the Guinness World Record books. Did they pull it off? The guys break down how it all turned out.
From there, the conversation shifts to a surprising story about snowmobiles being used by Russia during attacks in Ukraine, and how Ukraine successfully fought back. That leads Steve into sharing some history on the snowmobiles once used by the Canadian military, adding a cool throwback military sled perspective.
The discussion then heads across the globe to India, where snowmobile use in the Himalayan mountains has been restricted because of environmental damage. It sparks a bigger conversation about responsible riding and trail preservation.
🚨 HOT TOPIC ALERT 🚨
The guys dive deep into trail grooming, exploring ideas on how clubs and organizations might improve trail quality while reducing costs. This one’s sure to spark debate, so we definitely want your feedback.
Another big question: Does Manitoba really need the 3rd highest number of snowmobile trails in Canada?
With nowhere near the 3rd highest population, the guys discuss whether trail consolidation could make sense, improve grooming efficiency, and better stretch club resources.
Of course, it wouldn’t be Sled Talk without a “What Was He Thinking?” segment. This time, it’s all about a thief who stole a snowmobile without thinking through the escape route. That spins into more listener feedback from previous episodes where we discussed trail enforcement and policing.
We also get an update as Wolf Guy finally wraps things up with a plea deal, closing the book on a story listeners have been following.
To finish the episode, Steve shares his best practices for rebuilding a snowmobile motor, including why using re-manufactured crankshafts from Performance Supply can mean faster turnaround, reliability, and a rebuild done right.
If you’re into snowmobile news, trail debates, sled history, engine rebuilds, and real-world rider issues, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.
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