As Ontario's microbrewery scene continues to grow, so do the opportunities for some beautiful motorcycle day trips. There are just over 150 registered microbreweries operating in the province. From a list that large, how does a motorcyclist choose which ones to ride to and how does one do it without drinking and riding? Well, here’s how I did it—successfully. There are a couple of different ways to narrow down which breweries to … [Read more...]
Food, Friends and Motorcycles—Filming an Episode of Dead Set on Life with Celebrity Chef Matty Matheson & Vice Magazine
The majority of my travels revolve around the world of culinary tourism and are typically shared with good friends who love to travel by motorcycle. Some people eat as a necessity, but others eat for experience. I’m kind of both. On a day to day when I’m working from home, writing stories and editing photos I’ll eat whatever is at arms reach to eliminate the feeling of hunger as quickly as possible and to keep working. When I travel … [Read more...]
Living the Dream in Northern Ontario
Getting to sleep has always been a difficult thing for me. I usually hate those hours spent anxiously trying to drift off but when the phone rang late one night a few weeks ago I was pretty happy that I was awake to answer the call. It was an invitation to take part in a trip to ride Northern Ontario with KLiM gear for a week. I instantly responded with “Yes I’m available!” Having never being invited to do such a trip, let alone spent … [Read more...]
Drag at the Mag
Over the years I have forgotten about some aspects of my high school career, however I do remember I used to attend high school with this awesome girl who drag raced snowmobiles. I've always noticed her posts on Facebook showing her fully modded out F7 Arctic Cat and watched the videos and images from her races across Ontario; I'm pretty sure she beat most of the men in her class. As a fellow snowmobiler I'm so envious that she races. I … [Read more...]
10 Lies Groomer Operators Tell
Over the years I’ve had my share of mishaps while grooming out on the trails. When you’re at it for 20 years you’re bound to have something happen. When things go wrong we don’t always tell the truth. Especially when you’re a new or young driver, you find ways to spin things so you don’t get in trouble. Just like snowmobilers, us groomer operators can tweak the story so we show up looking better in. Here are 10 things you hear groomer … [Read more...]
Yamaha Early Season Power Tour Winner Announced Plus Your Chance for a Free Ride
After a slow start, Winter 2016 is finally underway. Sustained cold temperatures have allowed for lakes, rivers, streams and swamps all over Ontario to start freezing, snow is staying on the ground and OFSC clubs aren't wasting any time getting the trails groomed and ready to ride. With this news we're happy to announce the winners of the 2016 Ontario Tourism/Yamaha Motor Canada Early Season Power Tour: At 4:52 pm on Monday, … [Read more...]
Last Minute Sled Prep – Are You Ready for Snowmobile Season?
It's been a long wait but the snow is on the ground, trails are being groomed...Winter is here! Time to get out there. If you haven't planned your trips yet get on it and if you haven't tuned up your machine you'd better do it now—the last thing you’ll want to do is waste time tinkering around in the garage when you could be out there riding. It’s imperative to do a pre-season check and conduct pre-season work on … [Read more...]
10 Snowmobile Products Made In Ontario
Ontario is home to thousands of passionate snowmobilers and with passion comes innovation, so it’s no surprise that we have some amazing snowmobile specific products for you to buy right here at home. By no means is this an all-inclusive list, so if you're from Ontario and have created something for snowmobilers we want to hear about it! Tag us @What A Ride & #OntarioSnowtrails with your inventions even if they are … [Read more...]
12 Ways to Stay on the Groomer Operator’s Good Side
I've been at it close to 20 years now, grooming the trails for my snowmobile club and over the years I've seen many things, some funny, some stupid and some just plain crazy. Since the snowmobile season is yet to start I thought it would be good to educate snowmobilers about what groomer operators want you to know before it’s time to hit the trails. I also threw in a couple of stories for some of laughs and to show how … [Read more...]
Ontario Snowmobilers Holiday Gift Guide
The holidays are fast approaching and gift shopping madness is well under way but anxious snowmobilers across Ontario are keeping one eye on the weather forecasts, waiting for that one big snowfall that will open up the trails can. Don’t worry, winter is coming. Once you're sure they have their OFSC 2015-16 trail permit, there’s no better way to calm the restless sledder in your family than showering them with toys they can use this … [Read more...]