Jesum I'm here 30 seconds after the video was posted and at least 2 people have already "yes'd" it. Guess I'm not the only one excited for snowmobile season.
@@FrostDeka I’ve had 4 I think and I’d have to agree. One 03 an 06 and 2 04’s and that 03 would walk zr900’s and stay with t-cat 1000’s to 100 then the t-cats would pull
Big piece of advice for you guys who bought triple's. When it's actually time for the outdoor adventure, on the cold start. Do NOT touch the throttle until they get some heat built up in the engine. Especially the thundercat. They'll foul the spark plugs fast if you fire it up and crack the throttle immediately.
Yeeessssss. This is why I subscribed. I can't believe how much better these are than last years. These are some of the fastest sleds ever built. Not just but 2 03 f7s? Crazy. A 94 tcat? Oh yeah. 2 edges? A Mach z triple triple? Or this year is going to be amazing.
Depends on where you live . Sleds are very common around them . 300 miles south of em I can only think of a few people with them an ive only seen 2 in my 38 years .
I bought a badass Rev 800 with minor electrical issues for 900$ with a fresh motor. It was an acquaintance of mine but we started at 1100, he had 900 into the motor which we settled on... I build my own motors so I was blown away he had that much into it!!!
Your sled Videos are a++! All u guys got crazy deals on ur sleds there isn’t deals like any of those in Minnesota. U guys need to do a 70s sled challenge too! A+ to u guys!
I am a disabled snowmobile rider here in Maine. I really enjoyed your $1000 snowmobile challenge last year and this year the $1500 looks like it may even be better. Can't wait for more videos to come. I ride at this time a 2007 Yamaha Attak 1000 cc 4 stroke. It is a good sled but I would eventually like to get into a newer model with the driver-forward style. I think it would be far better on my back. I have metal rods in my back and right femur from a motorcycle accident in 1990. Keep them coming guys.
I have a bad back and I can relate, my BIL has a Yamaha sled like yours with 1000. Good sled for trail riding and putting on a lot of miles but it won't handle like a newer sled. Suspension left a lot to be desired for me. I found it to be heavy and hard to lift at times. I switched from Polaris to Skidoo because of the advantages of the rider forward design. look for a lighter model with good shocks and get them rebuilt every 2 years. Going from a heavy mid 90's Polaris to a 03 Rev with piggy-back shocks was 10 x easier on my body. My Rev performs better than the Yamaha in every way except top speed and fuel consumption. The Yamaha is more reliable and doesn't need as much attention in the off season.
All these guys talk about the F7 and Mach Z have zero idea how fast the 900 tcats were and STILL are. If that cat is dialed clutching wise and the pipes are hot all the rest will be racing for 2nd place.
With the T-Cat and Mach Z in the group we need a really long top speed run - 1 mile on the lake. Don’t think either sled can knock off the F7s in a sprint due to traction. Stoked for every single sled, except that 600 Polaris (always found the IQs ugly). We’re already getting snow here in Northern Ontario, hope it hits soon for you guys too.
My most favorite thing I ever stumbled upon ever!!! Fuck yea baby!!!! Bro the cheap ski challenge last year was awesome and actually made me a full time subscriber! Been hooked ever since! Can’t wait for this years footage
Hi guys, as an f7 owner, here's the deal, getting that exhaust pipe hot is huge. Trust me. It will make a huge difference in power. I'm looking forward to the next video when the snow has fallen!
As someone who has spent a lot of time on iq Polaris sleds I have a couple suggestions Steve. First, you’re going to want to check your exhaust valves. They really should be cleaned every season and they’re also pretty notorious for bellows failure. When that happens you will be severely lacking in power. A good way to tell, take the valve out, compress it by hand, hold your finger over the hole on the top of the valve then let it release. If it stays compressed it should be fine. If it leaks off the bellows has a pinhole or a tear. Cheap easy fix. A dirty valve will still sap power, so clean it either way. Also, use loctite. That’s a lesson I learned the hard way. Another cheaper upgrade, the pre 08 iq’s steer a bit heavy. Newer spindles from an 08 to 10 will make a world of difference in handling, and should be relatively cheap.
I'm still riding a 2004 sabercat 600 I got for $2500 4 years ago and thought that was a cheap sled at the time but still wish I would have kepted my 98 ZL 500, only have had arctic cats for snowmobile and have never been let down by them so far 🤞
Cool. As a sled mechanic, i have to say be careful for that 800 ski doo. Those are famous for blowing the crankshaft right though the crankcase. As for the 800 xc taking 3 pulls. Thats normal.
@maxkoepke5917 u are indeed correct. The 2000 was the best one made. But if the sled was taken care of they last. Most of them go beat to he'll and back.
Please do another snowmobile challenge! I love these video's. Also if you wanted to open up a completely different demographic, we all love a good enduro challenge. $2000-3000 dollar dual purpose shootout. Klx250, crf230l, klr650, dr650, drz400, ktm etc... you could go camping on logging roads, single track challenge, 100 mile fuel challenge lmao. It would be so entertaining.
You guys have stepped up on the sleds this year from last year, the competition looks to be close might come down to who can maneuver through the challenges the best.
Last years snowmobile competition was fun to watch This year looks even big and better. All the guys have a good chance at winning and the prize is epic Waiting for next episode....😊
Really looking forward to this years challenge. When I thought about what I could get for $1500 locally in NH, an XC 800 is probably what I would come up with...
Snowmobile challenge for next year..... Everyone finds and buys a Snowmobile, but then they draw numbers to establish an order. Then everyone has to draw a high/low card agaisnt a dealer, or coin flip to see if they keep it...or if they have to "pass it on" and give it to the next person in the drawing. And every challenge you switch Snowmobiles, then the highest switches with the lowest in the standings, sled.
The best thing on the internet! Last year was a blast. This year will be epic! YES!!! Skidoo Rev will probably either blow the bottom end bearings or win!
I’m big into old sleds. I cruise marketplace constantly for great deals to restore an I’m local to you guys. I can tell you no there’s not a sled in that bunch that is truly a $1500. I’m not calling ya’ll out. I’m congratulating you on the flexing that SXSBlog muscle during negotiations! Most of those sleds to need to be treated a at least a little respect as most are pretty desirable and worth keeping on the trails. I’ve been waiting for this to come back around. Should be fun but I think you took the easy route. I want to see real challenges. Like a sub-$500 challenge. Maybe even lower. Maybe a sub-$250 with a repair budget of $100. Lots of good runners out there for almost nothing. Now we need some snow!
Omg so excited for this years sled challenge!! Up the budget was a great idea and seems perfect amount, got enough sled to get a couple you boys into trouble maybe this year…. Can’t wait to see Matt danglin off the back of that legend 🤟. Challenge extra bonus: best biff out of the whole challenge series +4 points
Can’t wait for season two. Of the cheap sled challenge. Love the content. You guys are the best! Im pulling for Justin!!! He has to start his sled with a rope on the clutch!!! 😂😂😂🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
I bought a 2003 Skidoo MXZ 800. Did the beavertail delete. Gave it a Dynamo Joe clutch kit, can and a decent 1.50 track. That thing rocked! My buddies 2006 MXZ 800HO could not keep up!!!!!!
Friggen love these challenges. I think you need a "DISTANCE" challenge. First one to cover 50 miles, (lowest time), best fuel milage, fewest stops/repairs.
COMMENT sled challenge ideas below 👇
Water skipping challenge
The Souss stomp the f’n epic
Top speed challenge
Tug of war
Windrock trail 15 loljk 😅😂
Matt's rig is hands down the best maintained sxs they have! Mabye the world he always respected his rig and took great care of it!
It’s a great unit!!!
I remember an episode where no respect was shown lol
What? lol
His rig is definitely the best. He’s the mechanic. He’s grown so much.
Jesum I'm here 30 seconds after the video was posted and at least 2 people have already "yes'd" it. Guess I'm not the only one excited for snowmobile season.
You have no idea I'm harder than a prosthetic leg for the season to start
Not the type to comment often but I’ve watched every video for years and years since the og garage building but it’s so amazing seeing yall succeed
Thank you
Finale needs to be the ERX ditch banger. Laps completed count as a point and position counts as a point. Make it happen
Omg that would be sick🔥🔥
What a lineup!! Love those 800 twin Polaris machines, but I’m excited to watch Sous on the thundercat!!
Doug with the nastiest F7 that cat ever made. He’s most definitely winning this
I genuinely don't think that there is a better bang for your buck
@@FrostDeka I’ve had 4 I think and I’d have to agree. One 03 an 06 and 2 04’s and that 03 would walk zr900’s and stay with t-cat 1000’s to 100 then the t-cats would pull
I have a 04, I rode with my cousin once and now he is looking to sell his edge XC and pick one up lol
03 f7 has got to be my favorite old twin sled
Justin's is a better F7 if it's a true spring order snopro
Big piece of advice for you guys who bought triple's. When it's actually time for the outdoor adventure, on the cold start. Do NOT touch the throttle until they get some heat built up in the engine. Especially the thundercat. They'll foul the spark plugs fast if you fire it up and crack the throttle immediately.
I agree, 5 minutes warm up minimum should be done and then take it easy until the pipes get some heat into them before honking on it.
Yeeessssss. This is why I subscribed. I can't believe how much better these are than last years. These are some of the fastest sleds ever built. Not just but 2 03 f7s? Crazy. A 94 tcat? Oh yeah. 2 edges? A Mach z triple triple? Or this year is going to be amazing.
Why do i feel like you guys are the only ones who will get sold sleds this clean for 1500😂
I have trouble finding a Go- cart for 1500$
I would like to see the mileage
Yeah I don't believe they paid 1500 for these sleds
Depends on where you live . Sleds are very common around them . 300 miles south of em I can only think of a few people with them an ive only seen 2 in my 38 years .
I bought a badass Rev 800 with minor electrical issues for 900$ with a fresh motor. It was an acquaintance of mine but we started at 1100, he had 900 into the motor which we settled on... I build my own motors so I was blown away he had that much into it!!!
This is gonna be a good challenge . way more exciting then last year
I have never been more excited for a challenge! This is going to be a wild one! Thanks guys for bringing us quality entertainment!
Your sled Videos are a++! All u guys got crazy deals on ur sleds there isn’t deals like any of those in Minnesota. U guys need to do a 70s sled challenge too! A+ to u guys!
I am a disabled snowmobile rider here in Maine. I really enjoyed your $1000 snowmobile challenge last year and this year the $1500 looks like it may even be better. Can't wait for more videos to come. I ride at this time a 2007 Yamaha Attak 1000 cc 4 stroke. It is a good sled but I would eventually like to get into a newer model with the driver-forward style. I think it would be far better on my back. I have metal rods in my back and right femur from a motorcycle accident in 1990. Keep them coming guys.
I have a bad back and I can relate, my BIL has a Yamaha sled like yours with 1000. Good sled for trail riding and putting on a lot of miles but it won't handle like a newer sled. Suspension left a lot to be desired for me. I found it to be heavy and hard to lift at times. I switched from Polaris to Skidoo because of the advantages of the rider forward design. look for a lighter model with good shocks and get them rebuilt every 2 years. Going from a heavy mid 90's Polaris to a 03 Rev with piggy-back shocks was 10 x easier on my body. My Rev performs better than the Yamaha in every way except top speed and fuel consumption. The Yamaha is more reliable and doesn't need as much attention in the off season.
best series of videos theyve had besides the cheap quad challenge honestly more entertaining then the sxs stuff all together lol
Just ordered my hat and flannel out of Canada thanks guys
I think that Old T-Cat will surprise many of us..
Definitely following these segments 👍
Thanks for the content SXS Blogs
All these guys talk about the F7 and Mach Z have zero idea how fast the 900 tcats were and STILL are. If that cat is dialed clutching wise and the pipes are hot all the rest will be racing for 2nd place.
Totally agree.. they are still desired today..
A little bit of money in that puddy cat..
And all those newer sleds will be tucking tail...
👍👍👍
Hope you can continue this competition
With the T-Cat and Mach Z in the group we need a really long top speed run - 1 mile on the lake. Don’t think either sled can knock off the F7s in a sprint due to traction.
Stoked for every single sled, except that 600 Polaris (always found the IQs ugly).
We’re already getting snow here in Northern Ontario, hope it hits soon for you guys too.
Joey got me with “Look, first day of the challenge, what better time to start making excuses than right now” 😂 Then it goes first pull! Nice job
The f7 reveal just made me fully invested in this searies! Love f7's
Love the 94 thundercat👍. I have a 93 thundercat. They are awesome! Suzuki triple 900. Started the muscle sled era..nice find
I agree.. It was "The Big Toy"
Always loved the old t-cats
Cheers
Last year's comp was great!
This year's comp is next level!
Great content as always!
"These guys have been eyeing up my tarp all day, intimidated by its size.." 😂😂😂😂
OMG hahahaha 😂. Steve that was hilarious.
My most favorite thing I ever stumbled upon ever!!! Fuck yea baby!!!! Bro the cheap ski challenge last year was awesome and actually made me a full time subscriber! Been hooked ever since! Can’t wait for this years footage
Hell yeah, can’t wait for these episodes to start dropping! IDEA:
Deep snow/off trail stop and go
Little known fact from an old guy. Arctic Cat F7 EFI sleds never start from cold on the first pull, always pull #2, this is in the factory program.
It's going to a good battle this year... That Thundercats going to shake the snow out from underneath it😂🤣😂
A rig from Matt! Oh man, the one guy on here who takes care of his stuff🤣 Im all in for this one gents!
It’s crazy how much better these sleds are really looking forward to this challenge
That extra 500 went a long way on these babies!
I picked up a clean 02 polaris 700 classic with under 3k miles for $1700. Runs like a top. Cheap machine challenges are awesome
Best merch drop yet. Love all the new styles
The Tcat is so awesome!!! Wow
My favorite part of the year. CHEAP SLED CHALLENGE BABY! Hope I see you guys again at the Ditch Banger in February.
Hell yeah, it’s Sled season on SXSblog! This is gonna be epic!
Hoping you guys get a good amount of snow the over the pond!
Hi guys, as an f7 owner, here's the deal, getting that exhaust pipe hot is huge. Trust me. It will make a huge difference in power. I'm looking forward to the next video when the snow has fallen!
Been watching for years the cheap sled challenge is my favorite segment lol need them og sled jackets
Awesome to see Sous🎉 All sweet sleds. Excited to watch for sure.
YES! The best part of this channel is the cheap challenges.
I love seeing Steve getting more comfortable on camera. 🤘
There are a realy cool set up of sleds this year.
I whooo for the TC.
It is a classic
This is going to be WILD!
As someone who has spent a lot of time on iq Polaris sleds I have a couple suggestions Steve. First, you’re going to want to check your exhaust valves. They really should be cleaned every season and they’re also pretty notorious for bellows failure. When that happens you will be severely lacking in power. A good way to tell, take the valve out, compress it by hand, hold your finger over the hole on the top of the valve then let it release. If it stays compressed it should be fine. If it leaks off the bellows has a pinhole or a tear. Cheap easy fix. A dirty valve will still sap power, so clean it either way. Also, use loctite. That’s a lesson I learned the hard way.
Another cheaper upgrade, the pre 08 iq’s steer a bit heavy. Newer spindles from an 08 to 10 will make a world of difference in handling, and should be relatively cheap.
I'll check the valves out for sure, thanks!
I'm still riding a 2004 sabercat 600 I got for $2500 4 years ago and thought that was a cheap sled at the time but still wish I would have kepted my 98 ZL 500, only have had arctic cats for snowmobile and have never been let down by them so far 🤞
Cool. As a sled mechanic, i have to say be careful for that 800 ski doo. Those are famous for blowing the crankshaft right though the crankcase. As for the 800 xc taking 3 pulls. Thats normal.
If i recall correctly didnt the ski doo triples like to burn up the middle piston fairly often? or did they have it figured out by then?
@maxkoepke5917 u are indeed correct. The 2000 was the best one made. But if the sled was taken care of they last. Most of them go beat to he'll and back.
Yes sir cheap skidoo isoflex grease for the lower end instead of oil like all other brands that actually last
Steve has the best chassis!! All the sleds are sick this year though!! I’m partial to the red edge xc’s as I used to have a 02 700.
Me too it was a rocket
That would have been the better choice over the 600 or 800…
This is gonna be an awesome season!! You guys are funny as hell. Can’t wait to see more!!
Please do another snowmobile challenge! I love these video's. Also if you wanted to open up a completely different demographic, we all love a good enduro challenge. $2000-3000 dollar dual purpose shootout. Klx250, crf230l, klr650, dr650, drz400, ktm etc... you could go camping on logging roads, single track challenge, 100 mile fuel challenge lmao. It would be so entertaining.
You guys have stepped up on the sleds this year from last year, the competition looks to be close might come down to who can maneuver through the challenges the best.
Last years snowmobile competition was fun to watch
This year looks even big and better. All the guys have a good chance at winning and the prize is epic
Waiting for next episode....😊
Thundercat is still one of my dream sleds. Its not looking like we will get much snow in the LP this year though!
absolutely loved this series last year, and am going crazy for it this year.
Someone give Sous a set of stingers!!!😂
Can't wait to see you guys ripping it up in the snow . Last year was bad ass and I know for fact those f7 s are fun fast and reliable
This challenge is gonna be crazy. I’m pulling for the F7s as a biased owner of an 03 myself. But I don’t really see a bad sled
Sled challenge is the best. Keep it up every year!
Leo’s Z sounds the best by far. Can’t wait to see the drag race because it’s gonna tell all.
steve let us know what your sleds issue is n how u fix it, surprised by the tremor!
$1500 for that clean F7 ...Doug might be lying, lol. Actually most of those sleds are clean for the prices. Can't wait for this !!
Am i the only one who realized that matt and mike were 2 different people so confused on why there was 2 of the same people😂
Sous bringing out a sled that belongs in a museum!
A museum piece that will flat out smoke everything there…
Super pumped about this challenge! Definitely pulling for Ole Douglas tho! Let’s goooo
The cheap sled challenge is one of my absolute favorite challenges.
I seriously don’t know how you guys are not at 2 million subscribers yet
Really looking forward to this years challenge. When I thought about what I could get for $1500 locally in NH, an XC 800 is probably what I would come up with...
My absolute favorite part of the year! This years going to be an actual savage competition!!!
The sled challenges is cool and all but can we get a video on the Vmax drag sled that keeps coming up in the back ground? that a turbo VMax4?
Who is Joe??? Lets go Joe!
30:22 bruh 😂😂 open the door y’all just breathing exhaust fumes smh 🤦♂️ 😂😂
Been waiting for this all summer!!!
Snowmobile challenge for next year.....
Everyone finds and buys a Snowmobile, but then they draw numbers to establish an order. Then everyone has to draw a high/low card agaisnt a dealer, or coin flip to see if they keep it...or if they have to "pass it on" and give it to the next person in the drawing.
And every challenge you switch Snowmobiles, then the highest switches with the lowest in the standings, sled.
Hey. The firecats. For high beam headlights. Push the brake lever forward.
If doug or Justin needs any Firecat parts I have a bunch, not as much as mickeys of course but I will donate any parts I have that you may need!
Beyond happy to see nick back!!!!
The best thing on the internet! Last year was a blast. This year will be epic! YES!!! Skidoo Rev will probably either blow the bottom end bearings or win!
Definitely blow the bearings since they aren't oiled and use isoflex grease...such garbage
What a bunch of great sleds, but as a life long ski doo man I luv the 99 mach z as we have one in our collection!! Thanks much guys
Screw a ford maverick
Going to be a great challenge! Some good sleds! The high speed challenge is going to be interesting ! The F7's are a fast sled
Really liking the amount of sleds here for this challenge!
Cheap sled challenge is The best!!! Thank you guys! /Johan of sweden 👍
I’m big into old sleds. I cruise marketplace constantly for great deals to restore an I’m local to you guys. I can tell you no there’s not a sled in that bunch that is truly a $1500. I’m not calling ya’ll out. I’m congratulating you on the flexing that SXSBlog muscle during negotiations!
Most of those sleds to need to be treated a at least a little respect as most are pretty desirable and worth keeping on the trails.
I’ve been waiting for this to come back around. Should be fun but I think you took the easy route. I want to see real challenges. Like a sub-$500 challenge. Maybe even lower. Maybe a sub-$250 with a repair budget of $100. Lots of good runners out there for almost nothing.
Now we need some snow!
Omg so excited for this years sled challenge!! Up the budget was a great idea and seems perfect amount, got enough sled to get a couple you boys into trouble maybe this year…. Can’t wait to see Matt danglin off the back of that legend 🤟.
Challenge extra bonus: best biff out of the whole challenge series +4 points
I’m so pumped for this snow season Fam stay safe stay blessed
The cheap challenges are among my favorite videos. Just fun with the boys
I FREAKING MISS NICK DOOD!!!!
Love y'all!!
These contests are my favorite content you do!! Wish I could join in on the fun!
Can’t wait for season two. Of the cheap sled challenge. Love the content. You guys are the best! Im pulling for Justin!!! He has to start his sled with a rope on the clutch!!! 😂😂😂🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
I bought a 2003 Skidoo MXZ 800. Did the beavertail delete. Gave it a Dynamo Joe clutch kit, can and a decent 1.50 track. That thing rocked! My buddies 2006 MXZ 800HO could not keep up!!!!!!
Love when it’s this time of year and the sleds come out
Absolutely awesome content boys. No, it’s not SxS stuff. But, it tickles the same Motorhead genetics. Bumping to 1500 was spot on.
Fully loaded Milwaukee packouts had me sold! Haha rigs look good to!
Nick bought Blaine pertlers thunder cat your all in trouble that man is a Thundercat wizard i bet its set on kill !!!😳
love it keep it up greetings from holland the snowless country
Great sleds guys! Really hope everyones machine can take on every challenge. I think the fuel challenge is great fun
This will be my favorite to watch! Cant wait!!
You guys are making it fun this year should be a good competition.
Friggen love these challenges. I think you need a "DISTANCE" challenge. First one to cover 50 miles, (lowest time), best fuel milage, fewest stops/repairs.
its the most magical time of the year happy sledding
SO glad this is back!
You know you got a good sled. When you open the hood and the hood straps, hold the hood on.
I love the challenges. I'm pretty sure we all love them. Great content.