snowmobile

While some areas up North got up to 9 inches of snow, it's important to remember that trails don't open until December 1st.

Arctic Cat snowmobiles have a rich history in the Northland!  Many people remember the glory days of the 1960's and 1970's when the company dominated the sled scene with cutting-edge technology and plenty of clothing and accessories to go along for the ride.

A little TLC and proper maintenance can make any piece of equipment last longer.  That bit of wisdom is especially true when it comes to larger, big-ticket items like cars and trucks, tractors, and seasonal "toys".  And while you probably change the oil in your auto on a regular basis - when's the last time you gave your snowmobile some routine maintenance?

It probably should come as now surprise that northern Minnesota plays an important role in the origination and development of what's come to be identified as the modern snowmobile.  In fact, two of the major players in the industry are still headquartered in our neck of the woods.

For people that have never seen the sport of watercross, the biggest question asked is "How are snowmobiles recovered if they sink?" Here is the answer to that common question. Watch How a Watercross Snowmobile is Recovered

The high-speed sport of watercross racing is one of the fastest-growing motorsports in the country. While recognition of the sport grows, people still have questions of how it all works. International Watercross Association Vice President Derek McPheeters breaks down three common questions asked by fans and newcomers to the sport:

The International Watercross Association's Superior Watercross Shootout will bring racers and fans from around the country to Barker's Island in Superior August 17 and 18. Among the group of participants in this year's race events, Mike Simmons will be the only driver that calls the Twin Ports home.

Barker’s Island is Superior will play host to an exciting extreme sporting event this summer with the inaugural Superior Watercross Shootout, this will mark the first time an International Watercross Association or IWA event will be held in the Twin Ports.

IWA is coming to Barker's Island, and I'm excited. I don't know much about the sport other than the pictures. So I called one of the best in the biz, the first woman to be world Champion. Krista Maki-Zurn.