Awesome video! I like seeing the good people still out in the world helping. I was riding my quad on some snow covered roads and broke down, and some guy with a truck stopped and we threw it in there and took me home.
I know the feeling. Except. I done this with a way smaller sled. With no reverse. Miles from home by myself. My arms were noodles.. also you need to know when to bail when you can feel that ur gonna get stuck..
I have 3 ft powder around my place right now and I just have a regular track sled... I like to call them powder anchors. If can't keep up my speed or have a big enough area to turn around in I get stuck every time and my back and shoulder is hurting pretty good because of all the digging out I've been doing. It is a pretty awesome feeling though staying on top of all that powder that is untouched. Reminds me of riding a stand up jet ski.
Lonekiter Rocky Sounds like a blast! I wish we got more snow like that where I live, kinda inconvenient having to drive hours to any destination that has more than a foot of snow
Oh boy that's always fun. It really helps if you clear the snow around the sled and the skis, especially where the sled is being hung up. Knock down the snow in front of you and walk yourself a path out. Itching real bad up in northwestern wisconsin. Not much snow yet
Just spent 3 1/2 hours tonight trying to get mine unstuck here in Talkeetna, AK. I ventured onto the wrong main trail. I was also by myself and even brought my shovel. I was able to ghost it a few times but I ended up giving up until tomorrow. Walked home. Luckily I wasn’t too far away. Part of riding and exploring is getting stuck IMHO. Wish I would’ve had a partner in crime to help out with the process though. Enjoyed your video. 👍
I’m 17 120 pounds dripping wet. If I get my sled stuck I pack the snow near and around my sled down, then pack a section near the track, slide the track over. Then get back on, shift my weight side to side and it works it self out, this is painful to watch that belt.
Haven't been in much deep snow since I live in southern Wisconsin. We just took a trip to the UP to ride some powerlines in the 4+ feet of snow. I just posted one video, more to come! This INDY actually made it through the stuff alright surprisingly.
Shove the snow in front of your ride to clear a path about 5 feet for a good start then pick up the track and move it to the side of the trench you made the and fill it up with snow so your track doesn't just go back in. Takes a little work but allot less then what I just seen. Just looking out for ya and hopefully this advise helps.
I feel your pain. I got my 141 swapped 650 triple stuck and boy was that a doozie. No pin and wiggling to get out of mine. Had to shovel a 10ft. patch out of the powder to get it out.
If you think that sucks I got my 630 lb 2001 Pantera 1000 stuck in 4 feet of powder before. Somehow I was able to lift that pig and get out even with a shot belt. Just a little tip for you that did wonders for me. Just walk in front of the sled making a trail by just compressing snow and kicking it out of the way and compress a platform next to the track then lift it onto that
I have the same sled just upgraded to a pro 800 shes got alot more power and that snow must be rock hard cause i know ive gotten stuck like that and if i dug the front out i could pin it and wiggle to get moving again.
I'm headed up to Ishpeming with my brother this Thursday for the weekend. Hopefully it keeps snowing around here and we could go for a rip around home some time after that.
@@WiscoSledheads Next time you plan to go up (after this weekend) let me know and I'll see if I can get out of work to join you. Sounds like a good time!
When he first sunk in, pull the skis up, walk infront of it for a bit, pick the track up and it would've came out. I wouldn't roll it over with that tall windshield on there.
@@Racer57 Looking back on it there's about 20 different/better ways I could have gotten out a lot easier. In the moment, gassing it seemed like a valid option, boy was I wrong! Moral of the story, a 550 fan sled has no place in a 3 foot drift.
@@Racer57 I get what your saying. I was just meaning better to risk the windscreen than a back injury. But many different things could have been done. I've been in this position myself as many of us have been, and many of those other options don't come to mind when your knee deep in the ditch and pissed.
@@MattMcHugh257 I think you would have been fine had you not gotten bucked off. The sled lost all momentum and flotation. Nothing you could do about it. I get super embarrassed when I get thrown from my sled or slip up and look like I have no idea what I'm doing. But it happens. Keep bangin those ditches.
If he rolled it to the road, he would’ve fucked the windshield on it, and boy, lemme tell you, it’s not fun riding home with a floppy, hanging off windshield, I know from experience
That’s great you got into snowmobiling it’s really fun only thing when your in poweder keep your sled moving when your stuck😁 take your time and shut the sled off
Lyrical World you’re an idiot if you actually think they’re hard to work on, and probably have no clue how to even work on a sled if that’s the case...
rzl07375 up here in Minnesota we had insane winds and the drifts I. The ditch are insane!! And amazing school got canceled due to the snow and wind so tomorrow I am going o go for a rip so check out my channel for a future video on that
Wisconsin Outdoors And More yea I have reverse on this sled, helped a little but not much. I was just out for a rip on our land. If I had to I could have walked a few minutes back to our house and gotten some help to get out.
The thing about ditch banging is you aren't far from help. Riding alone properly geared is ok, especially in ditches along county roads. But your right, better to have a buddy if you got when getting deep into the swamps or woods, or trails. Especially beginners or those who can't walk a few miles in snow, or people who ride stuff held together with tape.
Not sure if you watched the video or not, but there were multiple times I picked the track up onto fresh snow, the skid gets crazy heavy when packed full of snow. Don't know how half throttle would have helped over full throttle. Mountain sleds are cool, but not when you live in Wisconsin and get snow like this once every few years.
Would loved to have had a beer with the guy to thank him. This is the wisconsin way, help someone out when you can and someone will return the favor when you need help. This sled is awesome for the snow we get. Super fluffy light snow drifts are definitely not it’s forte though!
Should have been out of that in 2 minutes, with just some basic riding technique in getting sleds unstuck. Never sit or stand on the sled if you're trying to get it out. Pack down the snow in front of the belly and skis, hop the track over a little bit. Stand on the mag side, grab the throttle with one hand, and the tunnel rack with the other, so you have a firm grip to pull. First couple times you were basically just standing there on it or near it, watching the track spin, making things worse. Lots of videos on youtube to help teach you techniques in getting unstuck alone. Would have made that a simple matter, versus being there long enough to require more help.
I used to just hang onto the bars and let it drag me to a place I could stop rather than stopping once I got out. Usually can get out by just getting the track on up on top, give the skis and belly a few feet of patting down and give it Gordy. Lots of newbies start out on these monster today try a 440 or 500 first, something light, if that's an option. I guess I really like the Polaris Edge chassis, good for anyone, and they made a 340 version.
I agree that there were better ways I could have gotten out a lot quicker. The last few times I was in deep stuff like that I was on an 800 with a 155 2" paddle track and would just hammer out of similar situations. I probably could have just walked with it giving it a little bit of throttle and been right out. Next time I'll have to use a little more technique!
@@heatmoon This sled is a two up Polaris 550 fan, absolutely not a monster lol. I came from riding 480 Phazers so definitely know the struggle of under powered sleds.
@Timms MC Tracks aren't designed to just pull you forward, they are designed to lift you up onto the snow also, that's why lugs angle the way they do. Putting extra weight on the tunnel just causes the back end to dig instead of lifting up and propelling you forward. The ONLY situation where more weight on the rear end will help, is on some type of hard terrain. Loose snow, always want as little weight on the sled as possible.
On a less than capable powder sled. Stuck or not, you should always pack the snow under the belly and on front of it. Otherwise all else is pointless. Not hating, just had this happen all the time
Connor Teigen it’s technically a two up sled. I just took the seat backrest off. I do like the longer track because it smooths the bumps in the trail out more than a short track. I’m also a bigger guy so having the stiffer suspense of a two up sled is nice.
Thanks! It's the Gopro 7 Black, pretty crisp. When the whole skid is full of snow they get quite a bit heavier than when they're dry. Definitely could have used a bit more power and more track in these drifts!
@@MattMcHugh257 Exactly, I think if you put some different clutch weights into it, you could run higher rpms, and be more in the power. But yes it was never made for that. You're quality testing! Lol
@@joshuadingledine2831 The thing really is a dog. Carburated 550 with a 144 track lol. Straight up built to ride down freshly groomed trails in comfort lol.
@@joshclark186 Didn't think I was banging it back and forth fast enough to do damage. I'd make sure to let the RPM's fall then hit the button and slowly engage the clutch then hammer it.
jesse budge definitely was made to be a trail sled... but has the ability ride in deeper snow with the longer track. Just need momentum since it’s a slow 550.
Dylan Smith look up snow accumulations for upper Michigan. Where we were it was 76”. When we’d stop and step off we were up to our chests and still not touching the ground.
Moral of the story, never put a screwup on you tube, you'll get every armchair expert in the world telling you what you're doing wrong.
Lol you ain't kidding!
Haha lol
Some of us have something called *experience*
Awesome video! I like seeing the good people still out in the world helping. I was riding my quad on some snow covered roads and broke down, and some guy with a truck stopped and we threw it in there and took me home.
Block_ The_Delinquent yea gotta love when people are willing to go out of their way to help. I would been there for a while otherwise!
I love the drifts on my 11’ switchback 136” very rarely do i get stuck but it’s usually pretty easy to get out
I know the feeling. Except. I done this with a way smaller sled. With no reverse. Miles from home by myself. My arms were noodles.. also you need to know when to bail when you can feel that ur gonna get stuck..
Sounds rough!
I have 3 ft powder around my place right now and I just have a regular track sled... I like to call them powder anchors. If can't keep up my speed or have a big enough area to turn around in I get stuck every time and my back and shoulder is hurting pretty good because of all the digging out I've been doing. It is a pretty awesome feeling though staying on top of all that powder that is untouched. Reminds me of riding a stand up jet ski.
Lonekiter Rocky Sounds like a blast! I wish we got more snow like that where I live, kinda inconvenient having to drive hours to any destination that has more than a foot of snow
Tip it on its side push the snow from the front under the sled do both sides jump back on and go!
Oh boy that's always fun.
It really helps if you clear the snow around the sled and the skis, especially where the sled is being hung up. Knock down the snow in front of you and walk yourself a path out.
Itching real bad up in northwestern wisconsin. Not much snow yet
Some good snow coming this week it looks like! Can't Wait!
Just spent 3 1/2 hours tonight trying to get mine unstuck here in Talkeetna, AK. I ventured onto the wrong main trail. I was also by myself and even brought my shovel. I was able to ghost it a few times but I ended up giving up until tomorrow. Walked home. Luckily I wasn’t too far away. Part of riding and exploring is getting stuck IMHO. Wish I would’ve had a partner in crime to help out with the process though. Enjoyed your video. 👍
Sounds like a heck of a time! Always good to have a partner around when riding in cases like this.
Pin n wiggle 🤷♂️
Arthur Nadolny that's what I was thinking, SHAKE AND BAKE!!
Guy needs to set his purse down😂
JakerMB telladega nights
Lol wiggling the machine side to side works huh...😂
It's hard with long flat running boards on the lxt/ Voyager.
By the way you lift that new sled I guess you never had a old Indy storm 800 triple
Probably similar weight... A 144 track packed full of snow is pretty heavy.
Remember TRAIL SLED
Gotta have some fun
I’m 17 120 pounds dripping wet. If I get my sled stuck I pack the snow near and around my sled down, then pack a section near the track, slide the track over. Then get back on, shift my weight side to side and it works it self out, this is painful to watch that belt.
I had to do that today
That’s rough, this guy didn’t know what he was doing but looks like he only does trail riding
Haven't been in much deep snow since I live in southern Wisconsin. We just took a trip to the UP to ride some powerlines in the 4+ feet of snow. I just posted one video, more to come! This INDY actually made it through the stuff alright surprisingly.
@@MattMcHugh257 Holy crap, I live in central Wisconsin! we got a good 2 feet up here.
Serialistic still a good amount of snow! It’s been a good winter for sure!
Walk on your knees and pack down the snow infront of your sled where your wonna drive
He’s on 3 feet of snow on level ground, how tough can be.... Pack it down and move the snow out from the runningboards
Next time!
Can't be that hard right
Shove the snow in front of your ride to clear a path about 5 feet for a good start then pick up the track and move it to the side of the trench you made the and fill it up with snow so your track doesn't just go back in. Takes a little work but allot less then what I just seen. Just looking out for ya and hopefully this advise helps.
Will have to try that nex time, thanks!
I feel your pain. I got my 141 swapped 650 triple stuck and boy was that a doozie. No pin and wiggling to get out of mine. Had to shovel a 10ft. patch out of the powder to get it out.
Man that sounds like a workout! When they get stuck in this light fluffy snow there's no return!
Just a tip but advise. It to ever use the revers in the snow will total your clutch
Never heard of that, please explain your reasoning?
Where are u from and where u riding?
fat and furious from Wisconsin and typically ride on our family farm.
Hi jw ehat camera do you use?
SpcE Mystery this is recorded on the GoPro hero 7 black
I see you have a wi trail pass on there, what part of the state are ya from?
SE Wisconsin
@@MattMcHugh257 Yep snow levels look about right lol, I live over in midwestern wi
Jakob S i live in northern WI.
@@Sheeeepz How much snow do you have up there? I live about 45 mins south of eau claire and theres about 2 feet
Jakob S I drive an older Jeep Grand Cherokee and the snow is atleast up to my door handles that’s not even snowbank height
Need more people like that dude 💯
Right! There is some faith left in humanity.
This makes me feel better about my old zr 580
I bet that's a sweet sled.
LMAO. Been there dmax pulled me out🤣
Nice!
If you think that sucks I got my 630 lb 2001 Pantera 1000 stuck in 4 feet of powder before. Somehow I was able to lift that pig and get out even with a shot belt. Just a little tip for you that did wonders for me. Just walk in front of the sled making a trail by just compressing snow and kicking it out of the way and compress a platform next to the track then lift it onto that
I've never gotten stuck with my 154, but on the 121 ZX I've gotten stuck a couple times
Gotta find some deeper snow then!
Some places in Washington you don’t worry much about getting stuck just rivers because they make giant holes that are very hard to get out of
I could imagine that being an issue!
I have the same sled just upgraded to a pro 800 shes got alot more power and that snow must be rock hard cause i know ive gotten stuck like that and if i dug the front out i could pin it and wiggle to get moving again.
Nice sled Matt, when we riding this year? Snow is plentiful in Northern WI 😀
I'm headed up to Ishpeming with my brother this Thursday for the weekend. Hopefully it keeps snowing around here and we could go for a rip around home some time after that.
Got plenty of room at the cabin bud. 3 feet of snow on the ground and only a 2.5 hour drive from home.
@@WiscoSledheads Next time you plan to go up (after this weekend) let me know and I'll see if I can get out of work to join you. Sounds like a good time!
Aight, just shoot me a text. I plan on heading up the next few weekends for sure. If you don’t have my # just DM me
Looks like it is a pretty heavy sled nice of that dude to help you out I love sledding and part of riding is getting stuck lol...its half the fun
You got that right!
No worries, I always say if you haven’t gotten stuck, you haven’t ridden enough today.
Right!
That’s an Indy voyager it’s a 144 in track how do u get that stuck and the machine doesn’t weighs much
Not a voyager, it's a INDY 550 LXT. Has a 1" lug on the track and no power. I should not have jumped on it and gassed it, that was the main issue.
550f or 600cc?
550 fan
Next time save your back and energy. In that situation kill the engine and barrel roll it toward the street.
When he first sunk in, pull the skis up, walk infront of it for a bit, pick the track up and it would've came out. I wouldn't roll it over with that tall windshield on there.
@@Racer57 Looking back on it there's about 20 different/better ways I could have gotten out a lot easier. In the moment, gassing it seemed like a valid option, boy was I wrong! Moral of the story, a 550 fan sled has no place in a 3 foot drift.
@@Racer57 I get what your saying. I was just meaning better to risk the windscreen than a back injury. But many different things could have been done. I've been in this position myself as many of us have been, and many of those other options don't come to mind when your knee deep in the ditch and pissed.
@@MattMcHugh257 I think you would have been fine had you not gotten bucked off. The sled lost all momentum and flotation. Nothing you could do about it. I get super embarrassed when I get thrown from my sled or slip up and look like I have no idea what I'm doing. But it happens. Keep bangin those ditches.
If he rolled it to the road, he would’ve fucked the windshield on it, and boy, lemme tell you, it’s not fun riding home with a floppy, hanging off windshield, I know from experience
Banana Peel for a track?
Literally is. Plus it was the fluffiest, lightest snow I've ever been in.
what's the lugs height?
Are you a new rider?
Ryan Sanderson newish to snowmobiling. First time in snow like this on this sled.
That’s great you got into snowmobiling it’s really fun only thing when your in poweder keep your sled moving when your stuck😁 take your time and shut the sled off
@@ryansanderson3867 why shut the sled off?
@@ihd-3603 you won’t be in as big of rush, I said just take your time and shut the sled off meaning you won’t do something stupid and get stuck worse
Ever hit anything In the ditches?😬
Not yet! Knock on wood.
@@MattMcHugh257 I did this once and found a big rock.lets all pray for lots of snow this winter. Cheers
Done that and have the constant back pain to prove it! Ditch riding still fun, though!
Yea pulling stuck sleds really takes a toll on the back!
Hey just for some advice try not to back up when you are stuck because it just gets you more stuck like your videos tho keep at it
Found that out the hard way, glad you like the videos!
Ditch banging is life! Nice video man! I rarely get struck ive got a 2019 m8000 cat
Thanks! I can imagine, that thing probably goes through anything!
I’m more of a Polaris guy, but damn that sled is beautiful!
@@nut8973 i like it!
Good, it’s a great sled!
I wish I could get one like that
I have the same snowmobile and same thing happened except in the woods
that is a simeler snowmobile i have just a voyanger 2015
550 or 600?
Dakota Mcrae 550
@@MattMcHugh257 cool my grandmother has the same one but a 2016
Hell yeah! That's awesome!
Hey. Maybe you should try the arctic cat alpha one
Just picked up a RMK Pro 800. I'll pass on an artic cat - wouldn't want to burn down.
@@MattMcHugh257 it won’t burn down there the most reliable sled out there aside from Yamaha
Definitely in southern wi😂
Is that a 4 stroke?
Brock Apers no sir, 2 stroke 550
That’s weird because it seems like that one is slow on power at the start but idk
Just cause its a slow trail sled. Not made to be snappy and fast so that's just how it rides.
I know how that feels, it's like oh shit I'm an idiot!
Owen Robinson Yea like why didn’t I just push it out instead of hoping on and burying it!? Lol
You need to get a polaris pro rmk 850
That would be so nice! maybe in a few years when they get a little cheaper on the used market I'll pick a newer RMK up.
Deez nuts are Old don’t buy Polaris’s ass shit junk there hard to work on not cheap even in a few years there gonna be shit
Lyrical World you’re an idiot if you actually think they’re hard to work on, and probably have no clue how to even work on a sled if that’s the case...
That was a lot of snow in that ditch dam.
rzl07375 up here in Minnesota we had insane winds and the drifts I. The ditch are insane!! And amazing school got canceled due to the snow and wind so tomorrow I am going o go for a rip so check out my channel for a future video on that
Do u have reverse not saying it will help but y are u alone u never ride alone
Wisconsin Outdoors And More yea I have reverse on this sled, helped a little but not much. I was just out for a rip on our land. If I had to I could have walked a few minutes back to our house and gotten some help to get out.
The thing about ditch banging is you aren't far from help. Riding alone properly geared is ok, especially in ditches along county roads. But your right, better to have a buddy if you got when getting deep into the swamps or woods, or trails. Especially beginners or those who can't walk a few miles in snow, or people who ride stuff held together with tape.
@@MattMcHugh257 this is different than riding in the mountains okay you're not that far from help
That's freaking sweet nice sked
Thanks man!
Damn bro you got stuck in there retry damn good. Nice vid
Thanks!
If u had any strength too pull the track up and over youd b fine. Or in your scenario rock and the mchine give it half throttle
Mountain sleds r cool too 😂
Not sure if you watched the video or not, but there were multiple times I picked the track up onto fresh snow, the skid gets crazy heavy when packed full of snow. Don't know how half throttle would have helped over full throttle. Mountain sleds are cool, but not when you live in Wisconsin and get snow like this once every few years.
I think you need a longer track a 397 inch track and a 6 foot handlebar riser then you won’t get stuck
397 inch????
1970 olds442 wtf is 397in ?
Cirx its a long track. You dumb fucks believe anything anybody tells you. There ain’t no track that long. AH DUH
Andy Tommy Keddy AH DUH
Andy Tommy Keddy hey dumb fuck do they make a 6 foot riser?
Can’t wait for some snow!!!!!!!
Same! Cannot come soon enough!
Wow u shoulda gave that guy a tip that helped and maybe its time to trade that lead sled in for a light weight skidoo chassis.
Would loved to have had a beer with the guy to thank him. This is the wisconsin way, help someone out when you can and someone will return the favor when you need help. This sled is awesome for the snow we get. Super fluffy light snow drifts are definitely not it’s forte though!
Should have been out of that in 2 minutes, with just some basic riding technique in getting sleds unstuck.
Never sit or stand on the sled if you're trying to get it out. Pack down the snow in front of the belly and skis, hop the track over a little bit. Stand on the mag side, grab the throttle with one hand, and the tunnel rack with the other, so you have a firm grip to pull. First couple times you were basically just standing there on it or near it, watching the track spin, making things worse. Lots of videos on youtube to help teach you techniques in getting unstuck alone. Would have made that a simple matter, versus being there long enough to require more help.
I used to just hang onto the bars and let it drag me to a place I could stop rather than stopping once I got out. Usually can get out by just getting the track on up on top, give the skis and belly a few feet of patting down and give it Gordy. Lots of newbies start out on these monster today try a 440 or 500 first, something light, if that's an option. I guess I really like the Polaris Edge chassis, good for anyone, and they made a 340 version.
I agree that there were better ways I could have gotten out a lot quicker. The last few times I was in deep stuff like that I was on an 800 with a 155 2" paddle track and would just hammer out of similar situations. I probably could have just walked with it giving it a little bit of throttle and been right out. Next time I'll have to use a little more technique!
@@heatmoon This sled is a two up Polaris 550 fan, absolutely not a monster lol. I came from riding 480 Phazers so definitely know the struggle of under powered sleds.
@Timms MC Tracks aren't designed to just pull you forward, they are designed to lift you up onto the snow also, that's why lugs angle the way they do. Putting extra weight on the tunnel just causes the back end to dig instead of lifting up and propelling you forward. The ONLY situation where more weight on the rear end will help, is on some type of hard terrain. Loose snow, always want as little weight on the sled as possible.
@@MattMcHugh257 if u turn skis turn both at the same time or they will break
that happend to me twice this year on my 97 indy 500
I got mine stuck pretty bad I carved out of it
Clayton Wheeler I wish I could have just carved out of this one haha. Unfortunately I got pretty stuck
Nothin better then getting a trail sled stuck
Right, always
My 90 Indy 500 could get through that pretty easily. Gotta love bellydraggers
Yea they stay on top of it pretty well!
Well its a 550 ofc this happend its fan cooled to right
yep, fan cooled carburated 550. Super slow.
On a less than capable powder sled. Stuck or not, you should always pack the snow under the belly and on front of it. Otherwise all else is pointless. Not hating, just had this happen all the time
Ian Johnston appreciate the tip! I have implemented this on my most recent stucks and it works wonders.
I have a 96 Polaris 340 and when it gets stuck it’s as easy as lift it up and move it lol 😂
Jaxon Smith Sounds nice! I bet it’s super light!
My dad rides a 1100 Yamaha 2008 i ride a 600 2011 and my brother has a 2018 skidoo 850
Wisconsin Outdoors And More sounds like some nice rides!
I do this to with my 550 Polaris
So much fun!
Dude you can’t half ass the throttle, pin it and shake the sled from side to side, always works and I drive a big fucking trail sled too in deep snow
This snow was suuuuper light and fluffy, no amount of pinning and wiggling was getting this fat pig unstuck.
Loooks harder to get out with that than my Nytro.
Icyfoxtrotter I bet your Nytro has a lot more power. This is just a fan cooled 550 - pretty darn slow
It does but that looks like a pretty long track. What’s your lug size? It looks like your rigs just not diggin in quite right
When you get stuck clear the front and get on the snow machine and gas it and rock side to side that's how i can get going again
Moo Man Definitely did a lot of things wrong in this video lol. I’ve come a long way!
Ben there done that no fun🤔
Same here man and i got old sleds..lol
I think half the fun is getting stuck lol but my enticer and elan are way lighter
Looks like the track is a little big to be a trail sled
Connor Teigen it’s technically a two up sled. I just took the seat backrest off. I do like the longer track because it smooths the bumps in the trail out more than a short track. I’m also a bigger guy so having the stiffer suspense of a two up sled is nice.
Ok it looks cooler and stuff and I realized that it was a 2 up trail sled but when you took off the back seat it looks longer
And btw you have a nice snowmobile
Now why did you jump on it in first try..
Looking back on it that was the first mistake. Thought I'd power out of it, wrong sled to be doing that haha.
@@MattMcHugh257 yea it is easy to be wise afterwards. When nothing happens and not in a hurry. :)
Trail sled? You have a long track
It's a two up 550 carburated fan sled, I just took the back seat rest off. 144" track with 1" lugs, it's a full blown trail sled.
I have a 121” I know all about getting stuck in 3in of snow
And my sled weighs 3 tons
Haha right!
They always feel like it!
I personally been stuck a lot worse than this.
Work smarter not harder
Rocky Calliou amen
I prefer to work harder
Why would you rip it haha its not an rmk you have to start slowly so you dont just dig yourself
Gotta try! Lol, this thing is the polar opposite of an RMK
Dude, awesome camera, whatever it is. Looks like a blast. Are all snowcats 800 pounds now? Moral of the story, hang on and keep your speed up.
Thanks! It's the Gopro 7 Black, pretty crisp. When the whole skid is full of snow they get quite a bit heavier than when they're dry. Definitely could have used a bit more power and more track in these drifts!
@Joseph Nordinsnocat is a term for snowmobiles lmao
Snowcat*
I love my dads king Kat 900 modded :)
Nice
Never should have got stuck in the first place
Danny Deschampe yea that would have been great
Indy evos must suck power wise
Dawson Erdmann that’s not an evo
Nice!
So nice!
Cool video 👍🏽
If you get stuck on your snowmobile get the snow of the front of the sled
Thansk, I'll have to remember that for next time.
Seems to be running pretty low rpms...
MisterSlate Msc yea it’s a 550 fan trying to turn a 144 track with my 250 ass on it in powder. Definitely more than this trail sled is capable of.
@@MattMcHugh257 Exactly, I think if you put some different clutch weights into it, you could run higher rpms, and be more in the power. But yes it was never made for that. You're quality testing! Lol
I buried my 99 Indy 500 in 6ft of snow I was plowing through 4 foot snow drifts
Also only has a 121 track
Sounds like a fun time! Where do you live that you get so much snow!?
reversing only makes it worse in deep snow
Found that out the hard way.
Yo u shouldn’t press the throttle when you are about to get stuck u stop driving and get off the sled and push the throttle
Ski-doo cam 2019 after the fact I realize that would have been much more effective! Hindsight is always 20/20
Pin and wiggle
Tyler Stasik that will just blow up your engine
stick Slick mhm
He pressed too much gas And then stopped And just dug the mobile deepper
Yea I dub the mobile way too deep with pressing the gas.
Shovels work good……...
Yup one of those would have been handy!
If u shuld have a Yamaha there u never going stuck
linus olsson lol I promise my Phazer would have gotten way more stuck well before this sled did. Brand doesn’t matter, all brands make good sleds.
Why would you do that
Man who knows!
wow and i thought my old arctic cat sucked to drive in deep snow lol
Yea this thing is rough!
Why does it sound like a fucking 300cc weed wacker ?
Because it basically is.
Lol
@@joshuadingledine2831 The thing really is a dog. Carburated 550 with a 144 track lol. Straight up built to ride down freshly groomed trails in comfort lol.
Ahh makes sense
That’s why you don’t ditchbang a 550
Still plenty fun the 99% of the time it doesn't get stuck...
Didn't even buy the guy a beer...
Don't no how to powder
It’s so annoying bc all you need is a tug on the skis and she would come right out. Don’t ride alone
I was a one minute walk away from my house so wasn't really too worried about riding alone.
Rip chain case
Why do you say that?
@@MattMcHugh257 banging yout sled from reverse to forward is not good
@@joshclark186 Didn't think I was banging it back and forth fast enough to do damage. I'd make sure to let the RPM's fall then hit the button and slowly engage the clutch then hammer it.
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U just got to fucking pin it right when you start moving
That's exactly what I did... Not enough track to work effectively.
For everyone saying I cannot ride; check out my other video riding this sled in 4+ feet of powder!
th-cam.com/video/6rID_4pWG7A/w-d-xo.html
Matt McHugh so it’s not a trail sled
4+ feet😂🤣
jesse budge definitely was made to be a trail sled... but has the ability ride in deeper snow with the longer track. Just need momentum since it’s a slow 550.
Dylan Smith look up snow accumulations for upper Michigan. Where we were it was 76”. When we’d stop and step off we were up to our chests and still not touching the ground.