Thanks to winter come early (at least earlier than the past few years), many places are riding already that otherwise would not be.  I’d love to know who’s gotten out there! We’ve got readers here from all over, so please do come out of the wood work and share–

Where do you live?  (or) Where do you ride? 

Are You Riding Yet?

I’m in Massachusetts (not really by choice anymore…).  We’ve actually go snow, but we’re just starting to get to the point where you might consider trail riding.

There’s more than enough for the 120’s, though!  The  kids are having a blast carving a ring around my lawn!

   Finally!  Pics of the Pink Ride!  Joss finally saw some daytime action this weekend!

  Of course, Tim couldn’t wait for her to get her picture taken!

Still shopping?  Who isn’t?

If you’ve got a young snowmobiling girl on your list, check out the RC snowmobile Bratz doll.  I think the official title is “Bratz Kidz Winter Vacation RC Snowmobile With Dana Doll”.

This is really and cute and one of the only snowmobile toys out there intended for girls.  Seems like word’s getting around that girls like their sleds!

Here’s a link to find one on the web:   Bratz Snowmobile Doll at eToys.  I’m told they are able to be found in stores like Target, Wal Mart, Toys r Us and others, so don’t feel you have to order online.  There are also plenty of online toy sellers selling this doll, so also don’t feel obligated to eToys.  I’m endorsing no one, just giving you a link so you can see the doll.

 As for me, I’ve already busted the budget on the Girl for this Christmas, and if I go further I’ll have to go further for all four.  Good thing she’s a February Birthday!  We’ll still be able to salvage this one.

I can tell you from experience, though, that if you have a girl in the range of 5-7 who loves snowmobiles, she’d love to get this gift.  If only I’d known sooner….

Merry Christmas Shopping!

Remember those awesome t-shirts from SledderWear.com?  Well, Kitty tells me there is still time to order and get them in time for Christmas!  Of course, you’ll have to pay for the premium shipping, but it will be worth it when you see the look on the face of the receiver!

This is the schedule cafepress has laid out for holiday shipping; it gives you time until Wednesday to order for Christmas:

 For delivery by Dec. 24, please order by 11:59 p.m. EST on:
Shipping Method

EconomySunday, December 9
StandardThursday, December 13
PremiumTuesday, December 18
ExpressWednesday, December 19
CanadaFriday, December 7
InternationalSaturday, December 8

So if you’re still stumped for snowmobile gifts for Christmas, head over and pick out a few tees!

I got this from ehlert publications this morning (the publishers of SnowGoer & other boating/ATV/Powersports magazines):

     “2007 Outdoor Recreation Holiday Gift Guide

If you’re shopping for an outdoor enthusiast this holiday season check out the great gift ideas available through the 2007 Holiday Gift Guide. When you see something you like, click on it and you’ll go to their website for more information on the featured product and all the products they offer. Best of all, most of them can be bought right online!”

There’s some good stuff there that should help you get a leg up on your Christmas shopping.  Check out the link with the Snowmobile Christmas ornaments–they’re pretty nice.  The same link has lots of other great snowmobile gifts, including snowmobile cookie cutters (this is snowmobiletrinkets.com, who I’ve featured before).

 Here is the link for Ehlert’s 2007 Holiday Gift Guide for the outdoor enthusiast:

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 Good Luck and Happy CHristmas Shopping!

Big early snowfalls have parts of Maine riding!  Not all are, though, and some areas are restricted despite a decent base, so read trail conditions before you head out!

Here are a few trails reports, courtesy of SledMaine…

Aroostook County  

Reporting some early riding, but be cautious, the season came early!

“December 4, 2007 Greetings from Aroostook County………

The snow is now distributed better across the Crown of Maine…………nearly 20 inches in southern Aroostook and northern Penobscot and yet another 6-10 throughout central and northern sections. Grooming will be beginning on a limited basis this week but again all sledders are cautioned that signage will not all be up, most logging operations have not moved to their winter harvest so they are active in many areas that would normally be snowmobile trail later in the season and water bodies are truly not safe….” 

Rangeley Lakes Snowmobile Club

Trails closed until December 15

“All I can say is wow!  What a difference between this year and last year.  Today, it is +9 degrees and the ground is snow covered everywhere in the RLSC trail system.  Sorry, there isn’t enough to groom yet but the ground and ponds are freezing and more snow is forecast.  So, please check back often to see if we are going to be able to get an early start on the season….” 

Pathfinder Club, Saco, ME

December 3rd Storm Totals

Can you believe it, yesssssssssssss, we received our first early December snow storm. First one in years. The SACO area received about 10 inches total, and with the forecasted temperatures to be in the teens and 20’s for the next week or so, the trails should freeze fine. We are not grooming yet, but any additional snow should start the grooming process if the base remains frozen. The low lying water areas, streams, creeks, and drainage are not frozen so beware!!!! Hopefully December will be a great month to start riding if we get more snow.”

From Our Friends Up North

Northern SkinnyMoose Bloggers report riding, too.  Bill from Muskoka Outdoors reports feets of snow a couple hours north of Toronto, and the ringing of sweet sled engines out his windows!  Lucky Bill….

As for us here in Mass, only wishful thinking.  The kids did manage a ride on the 120’s the other night. Joss got a ride on her pink one, but it was too dark for pics!  (Soon, I promise, Berleen!).  She is proving to be quite the wiz and took to her sled like an old pro!  Mommy’s little girl…I’m so proud (sniffle, tear rolling down my cheek)! 

With a little luck, maybe we’ll see our share earlier this year and in better quantities than the few years past.  For now, let’s just hope our luck holds out for an extended  great snowmobiling season!