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| Tweet Topic Started: Dec 15 2008, 11:08 PM (198 Views) | |
smitty
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Dec 15 2008, 11:08 PM Post #1 |
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went to the camp this past weekend, and made the last walkin through the knee high snow. Man ill be hurting till next year. I swore last year that id purchase a skidoo for the haul. My question is a $500-1000.00 sled gonna get the job done. Ive nevered owned a sled but have seen plenty that arent too reliable. Just looking for something occasionally for the little ones and the once a year trip into the camp. Also would i be better off with a 4wheeler, all cost aside probally a payment plan would be in order. Advice needed-thanks again |
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Coyotechaser
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Dec 15 2008, 11:55 PM Post #2 |
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For sure go with the ATV. Its way more versatile cause you can use it all year long. |
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dobber
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Dec 16 2008, 07:25 AM Post #3 |
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you can use the 4 wheeler all year long or until the snow is knee deep |
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condescending twat Someone who looks down on other people and is beyond arrogant | |
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bullseye
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Dec 16 2008, 08:40 AM Post #4 |
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id get both.
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| 15pointer | Dec 16 2008, 01:57 PM Post #5 |
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Smitty.....If your going to invest in a All-Terrain Vehicle then I'd go with an ARGO they will go anywhere cost a bit more but well worth the money, You can use them all year long and there easy to maintain. Snow, Ice, Lakes, Ponds they will take you just about any where, And most ATV dealers only have a one year warranty on their ATV'S so you might want to shop around and ask lots of questions to get the best deals. But if you looking for a machine that will satisfy all your hunting needs an ARGO is the way to go, A friend of mine just about bought a new ATV & the dealership would only give him a 1 year warranty He said if he's going to spend that kind of money they should do better then that for parts coverage. All I can say is do your homework and ask lots of questions when shopping around to make sure your getting a good deal for your money, Good luck on your quest & let us know how you make out on acquiring that new machine. |
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Slim
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Dec 16 2008, 06:23 PM Post #6 |
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A ATV is useless in knee deep snow. I like the idea of buying both.. Depending on how much you want to spend I would consider the ATV first. Then if you want to spend more money I would consider one of 2 choices. #1 Sleds have dropped in price ALOT over the years. You can buy sleds 5 or 6 years old for around 3 grand. If you shop around you can find some decent deals, for the use your considering. #2 is tracks for the ATV. There are various track systems ranging in price. Some expensive enough to considering buying a snowmobile instead. Depending on the track system, you could also use it in the summer (instead of tires) the only problem is that your arms will be feeling it by the end of the day. |
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callaway dan
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Dec 16 2008, 09:57 PM Post #7 |
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can am atv has 3 years warranty. |
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Kit
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Dec 17 2008, 07:57 AM Post #8 |
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....Can-am also the most $$$ by a couple grand!!!....and the argo definatly a good machine, but slow!!!....like other's have stated the atv won't be much good in the deep snow...but the snowmobile will be even less fun in the dirt....track's for the bike are an option but they are $$ just priced a set for mine .. ...think i'll be waiting a little longer...and of coarse if ya have alot of snow to move after each snow fall a plow is also another option for a bike....i'm not sure if ya do this now or not but if ya ever considered small food plot's for the deer ...a bike can be an asset also!! definatly more use year round from a bike....in answer to your ??...yep a sled of that caliber would probably serve you well....i used to keep a snowmobile around just for one trip a year out on the ice for a weekend of ice fishing with the guy's...(span 20yrs)..found i was fixing more stuff every season gettig it ready each year???...possibly from non use???.....with the length of the snow riding season we have been experiencing over the last several year's here in southern ontario there has not been too many time's i could not get where i wanted to go on the bike.... ..... ...Kit |
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smitty
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Dec 17 2008, 12:17 PM Post #9 |
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Thanks guys, ill consider some of your options. Im not a rich man so ill be looking for a cheap sled, or a bike on payment. Whats my cheapest options on bikes Arctic cat and suzuki seem fair? Honda? |
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Slim
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Dec 17 2008, 04:41 PM Post #10 |
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I got an Arctic Cat in the classified section I'll sell you.. |
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Dec 17 2008, 08:02 PM Post #11 |
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I purchased a suzuki 400 in 06 and have been very happy with it. I use it mostly for work, pulling out tops to cut for firewood. I finally got to load my deer on her this year. Good bike and considerably less money than the other brand names. Arctic cat has a suzuki made engine in it. Goes through the snow no problem for the most part. |
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| Renegade | Dec 17 2008, 08:13 PM Post #12 |
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If you can find an old Yamaha big bear 92-94 or older Honda from early 90's you may have something that was built to last and you may find the bargain your looking for. Sleds in the $500-$1500 range are likely going to be trouble to maintain and keep operational. If your mechanically inclined buying something that needs a rebuild on the cheap like a 5-9 yr old sled could work for you. Good luck! |
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Dec 17 2008, 08:58 PM Post #13 |
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Whatever you do, stay away from Polaris....just my 2cents! |
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...think i'll be waiting a little longer...and of coarse if ya have alot of snow to move after each snow fall a plow is also another option for a bike....i'm not sure if ya do this now or not but if ya ever considered small food plot's for the deer ...a bike can be an asset also!! definatly more use year round from a bike....in answer to your ??...yep a sled of that caliber would probably serve you well....i used to keep a snowmobile around just for one trip a year out on the ice for a weekend of ice fishing with the guy's...(span 20yrs)..found i was fixing more stuff every season gettig it ready each year???...possibly from non use???.....with the length of the snow riding season we have been experiencing over the last several year's here in southern ontario there has not been too many time's i could not get where i wanted to go on the bike....
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