What Should You Carry on a Snowmobile Ride?
Always prepare yourself properly before going for a snowmobile ride. There will be surprising challenges on a snowmobile outing. You may encounter other snowmobilers during your trip. Always carry multiple gears along with you on your snowmobile ride. You never know what is going to happen next.
Personal Kit For a Snowmobile Ride
Always carry a personal kit for a snowmobile ride that includes your driver’s license and the safety certification card of your snowmobile, The most important thing in your personal kit should be the insurance form of your vehicle. This personal kit should consist of high-energy food, water, and satellite phones with extra charged batteries. This kit should be with you all the time on your sled.
Safety Equipment For a Snowmobile Ride
For a safe snowmobile ride, you have to create a kit of safety equipment in which you must have a GPS or a spot unit which can be helpful in emergency situations, at a minimum this should contain a compass that will correct your direction in case you lose your road map during the ride. These units run on batteries, so be sure to check them before your snowmobile outing, bring some spare units of this electrical equipment with you and keep them warm.
Snowmobile Shovel For a Ride
A small shovel can be extremely helpful if you are stuck in a challenging situation because you can easily bring your snowmobile out of ice with the help of a shovel. Many shovels are small enough to carry on your backpack. Make sure you have one before going for a snowmobile ride.
Strobe Light For a Snowmobile Ride
Before going out for a snowmobile ride make sure you have Strobe lights and flares because they are also very helpful in emergency situations, strobes run on batteries, always bring some extra flares and keep them warm so you can keep the strobe operational until an emergency arrives.
Tool Kit For a Snowmobile Ride
The manufacturer of snowmobilers generally gives a basic tool kit which is located in every snowmobile hood/Under the seat. It includes a spark plug wrench, flathead and Phillips drive screwdrivers, and a strap for emergency starting 2-stroke snowmobiles with a recoil start. These tools should always remain with the snowmobile. Before going out a snowmobile ride always check your tool kit.
Always bring spare spark plugs and a spare drive belt with the snowmobile. Also consider adding a knife, adjustable wrench, electrical or duct tape, rags, and bungee cords. Don’t forget a tow rope to the basic tool kit to help perform general on-trail repairs and maintenance.
First Aid Kit For a Snowmobile Ride
Be sure to carry a first aid kit on every snowmobile outing. There are a number of effective first aid kits available that are compact enough to easily be carried on a snowmobile. You can also make your own custom kit. Your kit should include, 2-inch compresses, 4-inch compresses, a roll of 2-inch gauze, a roll of 1-inch adhesive tape, a thermal/space blanket, a knife or scissors, alcohol wipes, and antibiotic ointment. All items should be stored in a waterproof container.
It is highly recommended that you take a certified first aid course to aid you in case of an emergency. Always be aware of the dangers of frostbite while snowmobile ride. You have to take precautions to prevent it by always keeping your skin covered.
Conclusion
A safe snowmobile ride requires a personal kit for a snowmobiler in emergency situations. Make sure you always carry your personal kit along with you. “Hope for the best and prepare for the worst” Riding Snowmobile is a passion for some snowmobilers but you have to look for precautions.
