Common Mistakes Part 2 

As a new rider these tips and tricks are gonna help me a lot, thank you for posting these.

To your dead radio issue...i installed a 12v outlet and added a 2 hole usb plug and have a spare radio charge cord and a iphone charge cord in the sled. Now “dead or cold” is fixable out in the field. Cheers 🍻

I love the fact that you put videos out that state preventive maintenance is extremely important info and so that you can enjoy your day of riding not to be stranded or get hurt. Nice job with the video.

Man, 31 minutes of kick ass content. This is so helpful, thanks Dan and team!

Just bought a sled after not having one for about 15 years. These videos have helped me so much. I couldn't get any power over the sled at all it just went wherever it wanted and I couldn't get the thing on its side at all. Found out from these videos. Most of my problem was the sled set-up.im far from good but having a blast getting better. Thanks so much.

Thanks for this second edition. I like the quality of riding statement. Getting out with a plan to actually work on some of these moves vs just riding around makes a lot of sense if you want to advance your riding. Gives me motivation next time I ride. Thank you

Love all your videos! Thanks for all that you do for the sport!

Thank you, Dan. This is another great video and I trust that you know how much we appreciate them!

Thank you Dan. Good, clear explanations as usual, highly appreciated.

Dan and his crew's lessons have been really useful in my riding abilities and staying safe ,thanks dan awesome of u to share your knowledge.

I would like to thank you for the first video where you pointed out how important it is to have one finger on the brake. One of my two serious crashes on a snowmobile was because I didn't have a finger on the brake. After I saw that video, although it felt extremely unnatural, I always left my index finger on the brake. Now it feels completely natural, I even find myself being prepared to stop just moving around the yard lol

Your videos are great. Really like the longer with more content. Thanks!

Awesome must-see for anyone working as a snowmobile guide !

Often see slednecks on backcountry skiing avalanche safety courses, which is super cool, you guys are always welcome.

Thanks Dan , I enjoy your videos and re watch them every year as a refresher, the are very helpful . I’m always riding in your areas since I’m in Idaho Falls . I’ll have to stop by next time I’m up there and pick your brain . Take care

Great video again I learned so much as only second yr mountain Sledder Getting better every ride Cheers from bc Canada!!

Dan, unbelievable stuff! Thanks!!!!!!

Unreal video - thanks for posting as not everyone has the luxury or makes a priority of riding with buddies or guides that have all this critical info.

These vids have definitely helped my riding abilities as well!

So much good information. Thanks again Dan.

Thanks for all the learning. Definitely like the tech tips.

Great video Dan. Very informative and important to not oversee these little things you mentioned. Always be prepared and be safe is number one priority like you always mentioned in all of your videos. Thanks !!!

I live on the East Coast, I ride a Skandic SWT off trail and pretty much everything you taught me here is applicable to what I do. Except maybe the stunts hehe. All the gear the riding position the confidence training the reading of the snow and the paths around you the way you position yourself on the machine. I get people telling me how can I ride a SWT like that and its all thanks to these videos. Thank you for the great content keep it up.

I’m a new rider this season, I appreciate your videos. Thank you 👍

I just found this channel ... absolutely love it!

I’m a trail rider and that is so true about proper brake and throttle adjustment so that your wrist is very comfortable when using the break and the throttle. 👍🏻👍🏻❄️

thanks dan u are the best to take your time to explain in simple terms to us riders to make us safe and better riders

Thank you very much for creating awesome content. I've spent years riding and wrenching on dirt powersport toys but have never touched a snow machine . I arrived in Alaska last month and am now getting my feet wet with snow sports. Your videos are really helping me make the transition. Keep up the great work!

New to your channel and sledding. Your knowledge is greatly appreciated

Another good way to count for your track tension is to count the number of flats on the bolt head

That uphill turn technique is 🔥🔥🔥

I never rode a snowmobile, but will say I learned a lot. Makes me want to learn.

Very informative as always!

This is great! Everything he says about the pre-trip prep is true, have a wrench for every nut on that unit, including the specialty tools required (12g insulated wire or channel locks for exhaust springs), locktite for that pesky jackshaft brake rotor bolt... if you need to tighten your track on the hill, you're running on borrowed time or haven't done a proper pre-trip checklist, even with a brand new track, you've got about 200 miles before that track stretches to the point of ratchet (if set it slightly overtight when installed), unless overheated on the trail due to lack of pow. Should tickle the bar riser conundrum. nothing worse than restricting the ability to shift your weight over the center of gravity on your machine imo. Don't get me wrong, I've seen guys ride the frick out of some old pro's and even new 270hp sidewinders with 4-6" risers but they're dads taught them on old school edge chassis mod sleds and grew up watching thunderstuck 1&2. I personally ride a 2017 axys assault with a chris brown cfr bar which has nearly the same dimensions as stock but its 2" lower much like the dark grey short bars (5" rise i believe) but theyre white so they look tight on my orange accents. I always carry a stock polaris primary spring, ski rubber (cuz like dan says "riding without a ski rubber is nearly impossible") that ski is always lookin for a hole to throw you over the bars! always have ropes, zipties, electrical tape, and a wood saw of any sort, because ive had to make a-arms out of pine to get out of somewhere we shouldnt have been in the first place! Bca radio's suuuck, not sure why they are so insanely popular and expensive when I've heard the Baofeng BF-F8HP is a great choice for the cost. sure you have to program the bca frequencies into them but being able to hear that idiot buddy that dropped into a bowl just below you at dusk is priceless. IMO you cant put a price on communication. Also huge sidehill pro-tip, point that sled in a downhill position anytime you stop, it'll save yourself a lot of headache. Invest in a snorkel for your helmet, you'll never have an issue with your goggles fogging up, even incorporation with a chin-down balaclava. Seems counter-intuitive since your nose to your face is exposed but that's how the moisture expels while you're riding, especially if you're a mouth breather like myself. Instead of letting the humidity from your perspiration rise into your goggle vents when you stop, take the helmet off immediately! you'll never have an issue.

Great video and very much appreciated!

Thanks man! Much love from North Pole AK

Great Video! Class Act, as Always!

Great video, presentation and editing spot on. You guys are killing it.

Love your videos ...this one is great info ..ive shared it lots

I think I'm having the throttle problem you talked about thanks for the info!

Great Video and Information! Keep it up 👍

Great video! Thank you for the tips, I'll definitely pay more attention to my belt now :) I highly recommend getting a Garmin inReach (particularly for backcountry riding). It's a satellite device letting you text and sent SOS when you are out of cell service.

Dan The Man!!!

Dam so much great info you are awesome!!

Very informative. Thanks

Great vid. Thank you.

Pretty sure I was stuck throttle guy😂 killer video like always!

Being thirteen and not having much experience powder riding this helps a lot

Just something I wanna point out: The tether is the most important safety feature on a snowmobile. Especially riding off-trail. I ride strictly off-trail but I have an MXZ Renegade, which is just a trail sled with a 137" skid. I am very lucky that mine came with a tether because you usually don't see those on trail sleds, it's usually only mountain sleds. But it is the best thing. I flew off my sled last year, just accidentally hit a small frozen snowbank and the sled went over it, I didn't. But my friend was on the other side of that snowbank. If I wasn't wearing a tether, I would've launched a snowmobile into my friend because the throttle stuck. Always important, especially when you're riding off-trail and snow and ice will build up in your throttle block, it's extremely important to wear a tether. Especially in those situations where the guy falls over the front of his sled but the throttle sticks, the sled will just run you over, if you have a tether it will at least shut down the track so you don't get eaten by your snowmobile

Great vid thanks Dan. Learned a lot. You have a view on helmet straps? Have been kind of shocked this season to find that 80% of the guys on the hill don’t do them up, ever. I have mine set so I can loosen the strap forward over my chin and remove my helmet without fully disconnecting the strap, so putting it back on and tightening is a fumble free two seconds. Seems like a no-brainer if you want to avoid having no brain, but maybe I’m missing something?

Very informative

Your vids are great. You may have a video for this already but one problem I have when on a steep side hill is that the back of the sled gets downhill, while side hilling, then it becomes hard to get the nose of the sled back down. I have gotten myself stuck facing uphill and other times I have had to just climb straight up, because it is sometimes difficult to get the front back down level with the back of the sled. Can you help? I hope this makes sense.

Ckx quick straps also fit most goggles ...have them on my klimf4 ....also some dry paper towel to dry sweat from brow / head helps to keep goggle foam dry

Great content 👌 do the oxbow and bca radios work together thanks Dan keep them coming

Hey Dan, once again, great video. Quick question, the one piece suit that you are wearing, is that the RIPSA? Looks like a nice trim fit. Looking to do an upgrade from the bib/coat routine, and this caught my eye. Thanks....

I always explain deflection being like starting your car in 2nd or 3rd gear if it's too loose.

I would be very interested to know how to stay warm while riding. What kinds of equipment or clothing would someone need to ensure their body, hands, head and face stay "comfortably warm" or whatever?

As backcountry guy's, my brother and i wear a sweatshirt and waterproof shell, not too HOT, and you stay nice and warm.

Hey I have that same transceiver and I love them but what kind of harness are you wearing on around your leg that would be pretty sweet to get for my transceiver it's the same kind you use an ortvox

Always aw4sone advice dude

What’s the difference between carving and boondocking if there is a difference at all? Will it help someone getting on edge?

I've never ridden one would love to learn how

A vid of setting up your Khaos for the riding you are doing would be cool. It would help A lot of us that are on the fence about getting one. Specifically weight txfer for better climbing.

Great video again friend! Quick question what happened at 24:40 🤔?

where did u buy that jacket u used in this vid?

New rider here, what would you recommend for a guy that is just renting sleds and practicing in meadows in snowy range Wyo? Tips on maneuvering the sled for tight turns and steep angles low and high. Riding Polaris pro rmk and khaos 850’s. I’m also 6’ 2” 250 and tend to fall over while counter steering. Looking to buy a sled in the next 2 years.

Good day sir! I hope it's ok to ask, i have a warning boost psi on my arctic cat , justvwantbto know what it means and do i have it checked? Hope you can help me i'm just on these thanks!

Should you use low handlebars? I'm 6ft.

I'm having trouble side hilling and turning on my non dominant side. Any ideas?

Hey Dan, what pipe/can do you have on this sled?

man I miss riding...

What are you talking about by skii rubbers

Could you make a video of normal trail riding?

I wonder if Polaris used Torx fasteners because they kind of look like the Polaris logo??? Hmmmm this might keep me up at night...

In mountain bikes there is a lot of brake lever adjustability. You can adjust the modulation, a quick lock up or slow progression and engagement. You can also adjust the throw, how far from the handle bar the lever is positioned. Is any of this available from the factory or aftermarket? Thanks

I switched to oxbow, the bca 2.0 is not so great.

Was this video shot in a log profile and not colour graded?

what do you do with a brake lever thats to far away so the finger is uncomfortable no matter how you have it

You mean that that SOB has standard, metric and torx hardware?

almost 25 minutes not on the sled ... WHAT

After spending 2000$ on gadgets, I’m finally ready to go ride in my backyard😂.. I find it extreme to have all the electronic on you while riding.. but maybe it’s a must when mountain riding daily!

Do you mean the carbides ??

Who forgot to color grade this video

500 miles to a belt, I wouldn't be able to afford riding.

You stop and take your goggles off, put them on an engine vent, do the same with your helmet. Cold goggles, and wet goggles and helmets suck!

2 sparkplugs extra.... holy *beep* i have 10 in my polaris. What a shitty engine have to change sparkplugs before every trip.

Dan I sent you a message on Facebook messenger

Common mistake is riding a Polaris 😂

Holy shit look 👀 how lose that oil jug is lol 😆 po is junk, on a doo u ain’t wrenching fuk all.