How to Ride
How to Dress
Proper snowmobile clothing should be worn. It should be comfort-
able and not too tight. Always check the weather forecast before
going on a ride. Dress for the coldest weather expected. Thermal
underwear next to the skin also provides a good insulation.
DOT approved helmets are recommended at all times. They provide
both warmth and reduce injury. A stocking type cap, balaclava and
face mask should always be carried or worn. Goggles or a face shield
that attach to the helmet are indispensable.
Hands should be protected by a pair of snowmobile gloves or mitts
which have sufficient insulation and allow use of thumbs and fingers
for operation of controls.
Rubber bottom boots with either a nylon or a leather top, with re-
movable felt liners are best suited for snowmobiling.
You should keep yourself as dry as possible when snowmobiling.
When you come indoors, take your snowmobile suit and boots off
and make certain they dry properly.
Do not wear long scarfs and loose apparels that could get caught in
moving parts.
Riding Position
Your riding position and balance are the two basic principles of mak-
ing your snowmobile go where you want it to.
These are 3 ways to position your body while riding the snowmobile;
sitting, kneeling or standing.
WARNING
Do not attempt any maneuvers if they are beyond your abili-
ties.
Sitting
Feet on the running boards, body midway back on seat is an ideal po-
sition when operating the snowmobile over familiar, smooth terrain.
Knees and hips should remain flexible to absorb shocks.
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