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Buying Guide!
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"Have fun but be Prudent"
says my Mom!
Riding a snowmobile can be fun and exciting,
but it has risks. Fortunately, most of them can be avoided by following
some simple safety tips each and every time you ride. Here are a few
suggestions that will help keep you protected while you're out on
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Before You Ride
Understand the law.
Regulations regarding snowmobile registration
and use are different in different parts of the country. Some areas
also have age restrictions for snowmobile operation. Check with
the local DNR, law enforcement agencies, dealers and clubs in the
area to make sure you're following all the rules. Snowmobile
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Protective Gear.
Every time you ride, be sure to wear
protective gear in case of an accident, and to keep you warm when
you're out in wintry weather. Wear layers of clothing so you can
add or remove layers depending on the weather conditions. A safety-certified
helmet, warm gloves or mittens, a windproof outer layer and warm
boots are your best bet for optimum protection.Snowmobile
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Think ahead.
Plan for whatever could happen. Carry
your owner's manual, an extra belt, extra spark plugs, a tow rope,
a small tool kit, spare parts, a flashlight, a first-aid kit and
a few survival items such as a space blanket, waterproof matches
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Check it out.
Be sure to check that your snowmobile
is running properly before hitting the trail. Check your owner's
manual and your dealer to make sure that your machine is in top
shape before you head out. Follow the recommended service schedule
for your snowmobile and be sure to have all repairs made by an authorized
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Tread lightly.
Stay safe and legal within the areas
you're permitted to ride. And respect nature. Wait for enough snow
to cover vegetation so you don't destroy it, avoid running over
trees and shrubs and don't disturb any wildlife that you might come
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Maintain control.
When riding, it is very important to
maintain a speed that's right for the conditions and your experience.
Be aware of current terrain, visibility and weather conditions.
Always be alert, and scan your surroundings for potential hazards
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Take a friend.
Don't snowmobile alone. It's more fun
- and safer - to take a friend along.Snowmobile
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Take care.
Be careful when crossing roads of any
kind. Make sure that you stop completely and that no traffic is
approaching from any direction. Remember basic hand signals to indicate
to other drivers that you are turning. Be extra careful at night
or in low-light conditions. Use your headlight.Snowmobile
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Beware of water.
The safest rule of thumb when snowmobiling
is never to cross over a frozen lake, pond or stream. You run the
risk of breaking through the ice, and starting, stopping and turning
are more difficult due to less traction. Drowning is a leading cause
of snowmobile fatalities, so if you're going to snowmobile on ice,
make absolutely sure the ice is safely frozen. Consider buying a
buoyant snowmobile suit.Snowmobile
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Be sharp.
Alcohol, drugs, cold and fatigue can
all impair your ability to reason and make sound judgments. Ride
only when your senses are sharp. And do not drink or do drugs then
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Learn more.
Improve your riding skills by taking
a training course before going it alone on your snowmobile. Know
the capabilities of your machine and don't push it beyond them.
Know your driving abilities and stay within safe limits. Know the
area where you're going to be riding - get a map and ask other snowmobilers
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Know you're
protected.
In addition to operating your snowmobile
safely, it is also important to have proper insurance coverage to
protect your vehicle, and provide liability coverage in case someone
gets injured or property is damaged during the use of your machine.Snowmobile
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