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"A Family Tradition for 127 Years" \» PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, January 25,1994 - 33 Malmont Atoms receive bye in first round Port Perry's Atom 'A' rep team have a first round re for their playoff schedule. It has been difficult for the team to re- main focused in this situation but upcoming tournaments in Markham and should stimulate a return to their high-intensity standard of play that was missing in a re- cent exhibition loss to a Peter- Stouffville borough squad. The Malmont boys were drilled a little harder on skating and passing techniques after this loss and their efforts were successfully rewarded (espe- cially in the first period) as they cruised to a 4-2 victory over a minor-select team from the Oshawa Church League on Jan. 21. On several occasions in the first two periods, heads-up passes were made to move the puck forward from the neutral zone into the offensive zone. Also, the forwards were often looking to slide the puck from deep in the offensive corners back to the defencemen at the point for good low shots on goals. Chris Monsma and Pat Der- a N\ "Intrepid SNOWMOBILER c. 1994 by CRAIG NICHOLSON - All Rights Reserved WHATS NEW IN SNOWMOBILING PART TWO The Canadian entrepreneur is alive in snowmobileland. In response to specific winter needs, new products and services have been introduced by companies from coast to coast. Contact your local dealer to order any of the products listed below as most companies prefer to work through their dealer network. Harold Foyster operates a summer marine service and repair business in Haliburton. But instead of hibernating each winter, he cruises Central Ontario in a fully-equipped van offering repairs to snowmobilers in need. He stocks many basic parts and can acquire others fast. His van includes parts microfiches for all four manufacturers, a protective tent, and Harold even brings along his own sled to reach customers on the trail. Midweek is for service clubs, but weekends are for emergency work. His "Don't come to us, we'll come to you" motto is a snowmobiler's dream. Harold can be reached seven days a week at 705-457-2232. Other Ontario mechanics could establish a great weekend business by mobilizing themselves for emergency repairs in their own regions and help snowmobilers too! Business is also on the minds of a group of independent tourism operators who have packaged a snowmobile tour dubbed "RAP" (for 'Round Algonquin Park). Snowmobilers can start at any point in their three to five day circle tour around Ontario's most famous park and by calling 613-756-2324 can get details and make reservations too. Packaging is a buzzword to describe how competing businesses can work together to attract more snowmobilers to their area and boost their own winter revenue. Touring snowmobilers need the peace of mind and service support that partnerships between various snowbelt communities and individual operations can successfully offer. Is there an opportunity here for operators in your area to join forces? I've written several columns on the dangers of ice travel. This year a Toronto company has introduced a simple device that could save your life if you break through. "IcEscape", consists of two foam-handled ice picks connected by a web cord (kind of like the way your mittens used to be attached as a kid). Designed to be worn around the neck under your outer jacket, the spikes sheath safely into the opposite handles, thereby completing the web loop. For emergencies, simply pull the handles apart and drive the spikes alternately into the ice, pulling your body out of the water by kicking vigorously and "walking" the picks ahead of you. The floating IcEscape performs well, but =COUNTRY YAMAHA The Power To Satisfy YOUR AUTHORIZED YAMAHA DEALER quick access in the struggle to stay afloat may require removing gloves or mitts to pull down your jackets zipper. Some suggestions include: put a tab extender on your zipper for an easier grip; throw your mitts onto the ice so you won't lose them; wear a buoyant snowmobile suit to keep you afloat so your hands are free to access IcEscape. Wearing IcEscape outside your jacket is neither convenient or safe as the loose loop could get in the way or catch on a passing branch. Have your local dealer call 416-503-3733 to order. Touring snowmobilers may be interested in the Trailblazer Saw from Halifax. This portable buck saw collapses in seconds into an 18" by 1 1/2" storage tube. A sturdy, functional unit when assembled, the Trailblazer.can be invaluable when your trail is blocked by a fallen tree, or to cut your way out of the rhubarb if you miss a corner, or even to provide firewood in an emergency. Have your dealer call 902-453-5315 for more information. From Victoria, B.C. comes "Vari-Flow", a spill-free, flexible spout that screws easily onto most five gallon gas cans and with an in- line valve, controls both the rate of pouring and the shut off when you're full. Snowmobilers who have poured gas all over their sled because they couldnt tip that heavy can up or back fast enough from the tank opening will appreciate the convenience of Vari-Flow. Evolutionary Products at 604-388- 4096 will provide your dealer with ordering info. UPDATE: last winter I reported that Lindsay, Ontario-based Seer Canada's Electric Face Mask combats fogging successfully. This product has been improved by removing those annoying wire current lines, leaving a totally unobstructed view. Seer has also introduced the first adaptable electric face masks for full face helmets-it fits almost every size and shape, so there's no reason to go unplugged this season! Available to dealers by calling 705-324-1887. There are so many new products available this season, so I recommend that you ask your local dealer what's new for '94? You may be pleasantly surprised at what can be ordered for you. Until next time, Happy Trails and remember, Sled Smart: RIDE SAFE, RIDE SOBER. Have you taken up the Snowarama Challenge yet? For snowmobiling information call the OFSC at 705-739-7669. For winter tourism information call 1-800-ONTARIO. For local information call the Port Perry Snowmobile Club at 985-3015 or the Cartwright Dyno's Snowmobile Club at 986-5603. Sales & Service o SNOWMOBILES © ATV's * MOTORCYCLES ¢ AYA LCE EER Tol (0 ff 21 Tol {5 (oT) (905) 986-4437 Mon. - Wed. 8:30 to 6:00; Thurs. - Fri. 8:30 to 8:00 & Sat. 9:00 to 5:00 rane stopped most of the first shots that came their way be- tween the pipes and the defence corps quickly covered up to clear rebounds into the corner. Offensively, our markers were by Matt MacMaster on a rebound with assists going to Dean Van Camp and our other Matt (Cracknell). Billy Carr converted a pass from Jason Whitworth for number two. Ja- son Whitworth notched the win- ner and Dean Van Camp scored our fourth when he flipped the puck high under the crossbar from the low slot after waiting for the goalie to go down. David Justynski and Matt MacMaster were credited with setup points. In recent tournament play on Jan. 8, the Malmont team whipped the host Beaverton team and lost a tough second game in overtime to the eventu- al tournament winning Port Carling team. This was one of the best games that the team has played in the last six weeks and was decided by the "three players on three" format. Sec- ond-year Malmont player Chris Skerratt notched two Port Perry goals and seems geared up to help lead his team to high- er levels in the playoffs. All the parents and support- ers wish the players well in their preparations for the playoffs. Thanks also go out to Head Coach Teresa Hutchin- son, assistants Bill Van Camp, Doug Moynes, John MacMas- ter, for suffering through all their recent ice-cold early morning practices! Re/Max wins 3-2 An early 6 a.m. start Satur- day morning Re/Max and Hau- gens provided the parents with a very exciting game. The score was Re/Max 3 and Haugens 2. Clayton Gilmore scored the first Re/Max goal unassisted at 4:33 of the second period. Stormy Wootton scored a pair with assists going to Jeff Glan- ville and Stuart Cochrane. For Haugens the goal scorers were Jesse Mischtian unassist- ed and Travis Black with the as- sist going to Devon Ferguson. Brady Gray was in goal for Re/ Max and Scott Lennox for Hau- gens. Port Perry Printing defeated Van Camp Contracting 3-1 In the second game. The Van Camp lone goal was scored by Teddy Howarth assists going to Joey Lane and Pierce Jones. Port Perry Printing goals were scored by Greg Hunter and Ryan May with a pair. Tyl- er Wiseflock assisted on all three goals and James Steven- son was also credited with an assist. Justin Sanders did a tremen- dous job in goal for Van Camp as well as Tyler Webb who went off the ice injured. Mark Lott was in goal for Port Perry Print- ing. SKI DEVILS ELBOW 10 SLOPES Great Variety 6 CHAIR LIFTS 2 Quads, 4 Doubles 5km N. of BETHANY, ONT. 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