Skiing and Snowmobiles are a lot of fun
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Most previous research regarding snowmobile injuries was conducted prior to the advent of today's sleds that offer increased stability and durability, high speeds, and good visibility.
A snowmobile can weigh up to 600 pounds and some performance sleds can travel at speeds in excess of 90 miles per hour. At 90 miles per hour, a snowmobile moves at 131 feet per second. With a standard reaction time of 1.5 seconds, a snowmobile will travel 195 feet before coming to a stop.
The number of snowmobile operators in the United States is difficult to determine because there are no uniform requirements for licensure.
In 1996, there were more than 1.3 million registered snowmobiles in the United States. Approximately 56% of all registered snowmobiles in the U.S. are registered in Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.1
The effect of snowmobile safety education for children younger than 16 years on the risk of snowmobile-related injury has not been reported in the literature.
Children are at risk for snowmobile-related injury from being the operator, bystander, or passenger. Pediatric snowmobile-related injuries are often a result of risk-taking behavior of the parent (excessive speed, alcohol use, and night-time driving) during snowmobile operation.
Enjoy yourself but use caution.
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Ski and Snowboard Items for the Family
  | Committed, DVD | $10.00 |
|  | Committed - Another progressive film comes to you from the makers of ... best jumps of the season! Committed also features a variety of HUUUUGE backcountry powder kickers and some crazy snowmobiling by your favorite riders. Athletes include: JF Fortin, Jason ... | |
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| 2005 / 2006 Head Freeride Backcountry Backpack (23 l) | $29.95 |
|  | The Head Backpack is a multi-functional freeride 23 l backpack. This ... compartments and straps to hold your equipment for a daytrip into the backcountry, plus hydration system. It has a main inside compartment with ... straps. The compression straps secure the contents and load. This backcountry pack also has an outside zippered compartment and a outside ... | |
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| Chinook Boot, Skate and Glove Dryer Systems | |
| | Chinook Boot Drying Systems are floor standing dryers for ski boots ... drying boots and gloves from other sports including hockey, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hiking and equestrian (horse back riding) as well as a boot ... from many sports including skiing, snowboarding, hockey, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hiking and equestrian (horse back riding) as well ... | |
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| Snowmobile DVDs | |
| | For those of you that enjoy snowmobiling too, here are a few snowmobile films that we found most ... | |
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| CamelBak SnoBound Hydration System (100 oz/ 2.95 l) and Backco... | |
| | CamelBak SnoBound Hydration System (100 oz/ 2.95 l) and Backcountry Backpack (26 l / 1783 cu in) Sorry, sold out. No more available. The 2005 CamelBak SnoBound™ Hydration System and Backcountry Backpack has been redesigned and now has a 26.22 l backcountry daypack with a large 100 oz reservoir included. This pack has ... gear and to carry your board or skis in a vertical position. Head to the backcountry with CamelBak’s newest winter ... | |
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| EPOCH - Meat Head Films DVD - Skiing and Discovering the Highe... | $19.95 |
|  | EPOCH - Meat Head Films DVD - Skiing and Discovering the Highest Peaks in ... in the Northeast is Meathead Films' first documentary and focuses on backcountry skiing, both past and present, on five of the highest ... you've ever seen. It is Meathead Films' first documentary and focuses on backcountry skiing, both past and present, on five of the highest ... | |
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| Meathead Films | |
| | is dedicated to skiing on the East Coast. They are the only ski movie production company that showcases all types of riding (backcountry and jibbing on both telemark and alpine equipment). Each fall ... by all age groups. Everyone from the terrain park grom to the hardcore backcountry telemarker to the once-a-year vacation skier can enjoy and ... | |
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| Redfeather Guide Series Snowshoes | |
| | The Redfeather Guide Series Snowshoes have a new bolder look and is stronger for those backcountry treks. Updated, larger 7/8" diameter aircraft aluminum tubing is used for these extreme backcountry snowshoes. The updated series provides tougher, unyielding ... for full winter conditions. Its durability makes it ideal for advanced backcountry treks, tough hikes, steep climbs and heavy loads. The Ultra ... | |
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| http://store.yahoo.com/snowshack/regusesn.html | |
| | Sorry, sold out and no more available.The Redfeather Guide Series Snowshoes have a new bolder look and is stronger for those backcountry treks. Updated, larger 7/8" diameter aircraft aluminum tubing is used for these extreme backcountry snowshoes. The updated series provides tougher, unyielding ... for full winter conditions. Its durability makes it ideal for advanced backcountry treks, tough hikes, steep climbs and heavy loads ... | |
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| Tubbs Snowshoes and Accessories | |
| | For a century, Tubbs Snowshoes has been at the forefront of the snowshoe industry, leading the pursuit of personal exploration in winter. Now Tubbs is offering the most ... | |
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