Possible hyfax melting, and excess heat build-up in the track clips and rods. Many older sleds are air-cooled, and a bigger lug would put a strain on the engine. You can select the right track for you after assessing the environment you ride, your skills, and other factors. If all other factors are similar, a longer tracked sled will climb higher than a shorter tracked sled, while a shorter track allows riders to maneuver more easily and is a bit easier to chuck around in the woods.
However, since a shorter track bears more weight per square inch, it would not do as well as a longer track on the steepest climbs or deepest snow days. Longer tracks, such as a or inch, may seem daunting, but they are always a safer option for snowmobilers with less mountain experience.
Aggressive riders could get away with shorter tracks since their skill and increased speed keep them afloat through the trees. A longer track remains afloat in powder-type snow conditions better than a short track, and as the snow builds up, long sleds get easier to navigate. A , , or can be better to dig out than a or A lower gear ratio would boost track speed, but a low-end grunt will be compromised.
Similarly, a higher chaincase gear ratio reduces maximum speed while increasing acceleration. You must be logged in to post a comment. FasterSkier April 13, Length Snowmobile tracks come in a variety of sizes to accommodate various riding preferences and environments. Long Track Long tracks are more suitable for deeper snow riding. Short Track These are used for performance ride purposes because they are suitable for high speed and maneuverability.
Drive Pitch Measure center to center between a series of drive lugs with a track segment on a flat surface. Do they have markings or number codes to let me know what kinda rubber is being used? Your email address will not be published. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. How To Tips. The Arctic Cat PowerClaw track is a highly regarded for mountain riding. Related Posts. Aug 6, 0. Mar 23, 1. Mar 17, 3. Mar 9, 1.
Choosing the proper track length and lug height for your riding style and snow conditions is critical to satisfaction with your sled. What one person feels is optimal, the next may not like.
These days, anything shorter than this is a crossover sled track length. It is very agile and provides more track speed than longer length versions. We find that this length is super playful, especially in the tight trees and creek bottoms. It typically will allow you to lift the front end of the sled at will by simply touching the throttle and pulling back on the bars a bit. Split second decisions are easily accomplished when negotiating tight terrain, but in deep snow this length requires you to carry and maintain more momentum, as it lacks flotation in comparison to the longer lengths.
The shortfall of this track length comes on long steep pulls or sidehills. On a long, steep pull in soft snow, the front end will tend to come up easier and we find that we have to ride forward on this track length to try to keep the front end down and keep the sled from trenching when climbing.
Now, in harder snow conditions like we have in the spring snow that has enough water content that a snowball can almost be made out of it and with a harder base within 18 inches underneath , this length can be an advantage as it builds more track speed which can propel the sled up a steep hill quicker. Rider skill and forward foot placement can help overcome this, but it is more difficult on this length track. This is often cobsidered to provide the perfect blend of flotation and maneuverability.
Also, this length provides a more stable platform for those long, steep climbs as it keeps the front end down without having to get your body weight way over the bars. Yet, it still is short enough to turn on a dime or pop out of that creek bottom with the proper inputs applied. In spring type snow conditions, it does not provide the track speed of the shorter versions, but that is a trade-off that we are willing to make as we are always searching for that deep, dry, light powder and we want our sleds to perform best in that snow condition.
In simple terms, you have a larger footprint for even great flotation think big snow shoe.
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