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) i VE BRA tl at \J Ve : 0 WEEN ve fk; N . +33 \ LEN TEN. 3! Rd Eble aa Oe LL CI EIN a LE 2, 8 - PORT PERRY STAR - Thursday, Dec. 11 1969 Snowmobilers: Observe These Trail Tips trips | areas, Now is the time, says Dave Clarkin, President of the Inter- national Snowmobile Industry Association, for all snow- mobile users to review the basic safe operating tips that will assure many miles of safe snowmobile operation under almost any conditions, The four most important rules for snowmobile trail riding are: '"(1) Never go on the trail alone; (2) know and respect your vehicle; (3) always carry extra fuel for long trips; (4) carry a 'safety kit' of vital spare parts." As the snow season looms over North America, snow- mobile owners in the U.S. and Canada are tuning up their machines and prospective owners are visiting dealers and 'poring over catalogues. Snowmobile racing is the glamour sport among snow- mobile farciers, but the great majority of snowmobile own- ers simply enjoy the thrill of -driving their machines from one place to another place through deep snow. Snow- into remote wildlife] Know and Respect Your Vehicle. The snowmobile is not a toy. The hundreds of park rangers, lumbermen ahd ranchers who use them for basic transportation canattest to that. But it is essentially a recreational vehicle and as such is subject to a certain amount of abuse and neglect. Unfortupately, abuse and negleet can lead to break- down on the trail, And a break- down on the trail in freezing weather and miles from aid can be a serious problem. Snowmobilers are urged to ride with a reasonable amount of caution; to leave the spec- tacular aerial leaps and open- throttle full-tilt *charges to race drivers, The majority of snowmobile operating disord- ers stem not from mechanical failures but from abuse and misuse of the vehicle. Snowmobile users are also urged to learn how their en- gines work. The time to check the owner's manual is not after a breakdown has occur- red but before the vehicle goes out on its first long trip. Fortunately, snowmobile engines are generally quite elemental in design and con- struction and can be easily repaired with a screwdriver, pliers and adjustable wrench. Never Go on the Trail Alone. There is safety in numbers. Participants in all adventurous sports from scubadiving to mountain climbing adhere faithfully to the buddy system for this reason. Always travel in pairs or groups when snowmobil- ing into remote areas. One operable snowmobile can' travel farther in 10 min. when seeking assistance in deep snow for instance, than a healthy man can walk in six hours. ; Always Carry Extra Fuel For Long Trips. Snowmobiles as a rule, get excellent gas mileage and will run for great distances on a single tank of fuel. The greater the horse- power, of course, the greater the fuel consumption. But, since there are no gas stations on_snow trails and because snowmobiling is so fascinating that time and distance seem to vanish in a cloud of swirling snow once a snow trek has | begun, the wise snowmobiler always carries a full one or two gallon jerrican of fuel along on every trip. Carry a "Safety Kit" of Vital Spare Parts. Certainspare parts are easily carried aboard the snowmobileand will assure mobilers include a wide spect- rum of types from snow-fun seeking day-trippers to conser. vation agents taking extended Is a reliable bird ss for Big Action : fun-packed, excitement-filled action; trail-blazing action, hunting, ice-fishing and tow-skiing Actionl Above alls for Absolute Reliability. Alouette, The Big s a4 The Reliable One. ~EHlovelle | UTICA FARM EQUIPMENT PHONE 852-3042 This Is Snowmobile Countr the snowmobiler of quick, easy start-up whenever necess a safety kit for their own use and will not go out on the trail without it. This year, for the first these items is being offered snowmobile producers. "Snowmobiling has been a remarkably safe sport since its inception," Dave Clarkin points out. "Snowmobilers who follow these four basic trail tips and use their own God-given common sense will continue the sport'sfine safety record. ary. These include a spark plug, spark plug wrench, a drive-belt, pull cord and light bulb. Many owners make up time, a safety kit containing as a standard item by some] Py Lh iy y-Enjoy It! Se 8 The article below appeared in The Canadian Outdoorsman, THE BASICS Basic training is required for the safe operation of snowmobiles. Despite the simplicity of controls and handling, everyone should strictly adhere to this rule. Know your legal status regarding snowmobiles. If in doubt, contact the nearest motor vehicle office of your provincial orstate government. In addition to traffic regulat- ions, a knowledge of legal responsibility pertaining to public liability and-property damage when trailing or oper- ating a snowmobile is import- ant. Treat a snowmobile with the respect and care due any power-drivenvehicle.Common sense, handling and proper maintenance will pay off in added safety and pleasure in the use of your machine. Show proper courtesy and respect for other people and their property. Obtain con- Operate Snowmobiles With Caution . sent of property owners before snowmobiling on their private lands. Do not damage landscaping such as shrubs and trees or fences and gates. Check with park officials before using public lands and conform to all rules and regulations. Respect the priv- acy of others. A snowmobile creates sufficient noise to disturb people who want peace and quietness. OPERATION It is important to study Continued on page 9 BO Those who like their action in the snow and cold can choose from such clothing variations as figure-hu snowmobile suits, eye-catching jackets, rug- gedly designed ski pants, and even boots and mitts with style plus, all designed by the pioneer and leader in cold weather out- « door fashions, Ski-Doo Sports, a Ltd ; MAJCHER | Ski-dog 25 160 Water Street, Port Perry 986-7361 do don't build-up occut rapid| power loss and ovo do i rock your machine from side to side a few times prior to pulling away after it has been left stand- . Ing and has cooled off. This will dislodge or breakup snow and slush that has frozen in drive mechanism. Dayco Sno-Silk will minimize this condition. leave machine idling for extensive periods. Drive belt wear, and carbon and sludge at idle speed resulting in extensive ble costly repairs. have your snowmobile checked, lubricated and serviced at regular intervals as recommended by the manufacturer. 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