Update: Look what arrived!

In an unanticipated but pleasant last minute change from our partners at Polaris, there has been an update to the model of our long term trial sled from Polaris. Originally our Polaris model was to be the 800 Switchback ProR Adventure (see our “expanded partnership announced” article), however the model now gracing the SledMagazine.com garage is the eye popping limited build 800 Switchback ProR LE with the custom retro Polaris graphics package.

The goals of our long term trial of the 800 Switchback ProR package will remain unchanged and will still demonstrate how potent the Adventure ProR package would be. We will still be reviewing the optional Lock and ride storage accessories (side units standard on the Adventure model) and will now have the added bonus of reporting on the adjustable ROX handlebar riser option found standard on the LE.

The Retro Polaris graphics package make this sled a real head turner and it will definitely stand out in a crowd. If you see the SledMagazine.com 800 Switchback ProR LE on the trail give a wave. If you see it outside a club house, relais, restaurant or hotel in Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, New Brunswick or Quebec, stop by and say hello. We invite you to check out the unique features of this premium Polaris and ask questions about the sled and our long term trial.

We are very excited to have the 800 Switchback ProR LE in our fleet, when you see it you will most certainly understand why. We thank Polaris for their continued support of our long term trial program and invite you to visit SledMagazine.com throughout the season for our complete long term trial coverage of this and our complete fleet of long term trial sleds.

Greg Gilbert

Greg's first snowmobile experience was in 1968 when his Grandfather purchased a new Ski-doo Nordic 371 package including dog sled as a surprise family gift. “Grampy” thought that the Gilbert's would enjoy the new sport of snowmobiling and he was right. Since that first ride as an 8-year-old, snowmobiling has provided Greg with one of the greatest pleasures of his life. The experiences, excitement, adrenaline, adventures, freedom, memories and friendships have relaxed and rejuvenated him throughout his life. From 1985 – 1996 Greg was an active member of the “Arrowhead Mountain Snowmobile Club” in his hometown of Milton Vermont, holding positions of President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, trail coordinator and membership chairman. Greg has also been involved in all aspects of trail construction and grooming as well as regional and statewide involvement. Greg has ridden over 130,000 miles throughout Vermont, Maine and all regions of Quebec. His riding experiences have been predominantly throughout Quebec since his first introduction in 1984 averaging 4000-5000 Quebec miles over the past 25+ years. Throughout 35 years of Quebec snowmobiling Greg has had positive interactions with many members of various groups and organizations. Greg is often in a unique position of being a comfortable, non-threatening bridge to better mutual understanding and communication of how we can work together to strengthen and protect our sport. Over the years Greg became well known throughout Quebec as “Greg du Vermont”, before joining the SledMagazine.com / Motoneiges.ca team in 2012 as a Columnist / Test Rider. Greg has written over 100 articles for SledMagazine.com / Motoneiges.ca, attended manufacturers Snow Shoot and Sneak Peek media events beginning in 2012 and is frequently seen at snowmobile events in both the US and Canada. Greg brings a unique personal perspective and style to his articles and has been a positive ambassador of snowmobiling for over 35 years. He is known throughout his hometown as the guy who thinks and talks about winter all summer long.

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