Built for Every Winter Condition **A full-season test of CKX’s warmest riding gear—from deep powder to long days behind the camera. When the first long-range forecasts predicted a colder-than-average winter for the 2025–2026 season, I decided to prepare accordingly. Instead of chasing the lightest possible setup, I chose warmth, durability and versatility. My goal wasn’t […]
When winter fully sets in and snowmobile trails are covered in a blanket of white, the enjoyment of riding often depends on an overlooked factor: riding apparel. Snowmobiling exposes the rider to demanding conditions—icy winds, moisture, varying levels of physical effort, and long hours either seated or actively maneuvering the machine. In these conditions, inadequate […]
Over the past few years, a clear trend has emerged in my snowmobile riding apparel: putting KLIM gear to the test, a brand recognized for its performance in extreme winter conditions. Always keeping an eye on the latest trends in snowmobile clothing and paying attention to what other manufacturers offer, I remain open to innovation. […]
If you’re looking for a crossover-style outfit to tackle winter trails or backcountry rides, CKX offers its Conquer jacket and bib set designed specifically to meet that need. This new generation of snowmobile gear, made up of a technical multi-layer jacket and an ultra-durable insulated bib, was developed to satisfy the demands of trail riders […]
The Trail Snowmobile Gear That Took Me by Surprise After several years of loyal service, it was definitely time to renew my snowmobile gear. I tested products from various brands without paying much attention to CKX. Despite having a long-standing love affair with their Titan and Mission helmets, I had never really explored their apparel […]
Originally from Québec, CKX has built a strong reputation among local snowmobilers. For several years, the brand has been designing snowmobile gear tailored to our extreme riding conditions, combining performance, safety, and comfort. From its Mission helmets to complete trail riding setups, CKX develops products for winter enthusiasts, by winter enthusiasts. For the 2025 season, […]
It’s time for the holidays! As the years go by, I find that the only presents I get are the ones I buy for myself. Can you relate? Well, it’s not all entirely true, but let’s face it we don’t get near as many. This year, I got to feel childlike excitement when I pulled […]
This fall and early winter have been disappointing across the US West. Moisture is well below normal and backcountry conditions are largely un-rideable off trail. Fortunately, the arrival of my CKX gear has lifted my spirits! Out of the Box: CKX Snowmobile Gear First Impressions My five-piece kit includes the Titan AMS helmet, the Colchester […]
Context for 509 Snowmobile Gear Review This winter, I had the opportunity to put a complete 509 kit to the test, consisting of the R-200 Crossover insulated jacket, Powerline insulated bib pants, the FZN LVL 1 Party Suit, Free Range gloves, and Saber Single BOA boots. I conducted my testing in Gaspésie, both on trail […]
