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509 Ether Suit & Raid Double BOA Boots Review
We put the 509 Ether jacket and bibs and Raid Double BOA boots to the test. Discover our verdict on comfort, waterproofing, durability and backcountry performance. Copy
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CKX Gear Review: Elevation, Titan AMS, Xvelt and Colchester
After an entire winter guiding snowmobile tours in Montana, Joe Erickson shares what impressed him most—and what still needs improvement. Let’s Step Outside: Testing CKX Snowmobile Gear All Winter I feel like I live in my gear all winter when I’m guiding snowmobiles. Customers ask if I work out to keep in shape for my […]
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CKX Alaska, Kearny Gloves & Colchester Pro Boots Review
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 […]
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10 Years of the CKX Titan: The Helmet That Redefined Snowmobiling Standards
For years, snowmobilers had to live with what seemed like an unavoidable compromise. On one side were full-face helmets that offered outstanding protection from the cold and wind but could become uncomfortable as physical activity increased. On the other were motocross-style helmets, highly popular among backcountry riders for their superior ventilation, yet often requiring sacrifices […]
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CKX Mission Helmet: Full Review, Comfort, Fog Management and Carbon Version
The CKX Mission helmet no longer needs an introduction. Its reputation is well established, and there are already many reviews about it. On my end, I’m not trying to reinvent the wheel. I’m simply sharing my experience, built out on the trails after several snowmobiling seasons and using both versions of the Mission helmet, including […]
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First Look at the KLIM Riding Gear: Ready for Extreme Cold?
This winter, I have the opportunity to conduct a full test of a KLIM riding gear ensemble for motoneiges.ca. It’s important to clarify from the start that this setup is primarily trail-oriented, both in its design and its level of insulation. That said, my intention is clear: I will deliberately push it into off-trail conditions, […]
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TekVest: Polaris Offers More than Just Polaris Accessories
Polaris has always offered a complete line of innovative, well-designed OEM snowmobile accessories. They have also gone above and beyond in forming partnerships that add to their wide range of accessories. Polaris has become well known for seeking out high-quality accessories that complement their OEM products. They evaluate and test potential new entries into their […]
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Facing Winter Without Compromise: Full Review of KLIM Snowmobile Apparel
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 […]
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KLIM Kaos Snowmobile Gear: Unboxing My 2026 Setup
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. […]