Running Bear
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So who knows what to do when you see a groomer comimg down the trail...love to hear the answers....saw a couple of guys today that had no clue ???? maybe we can teach somebody something...again.....
The Groomers Coming
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Running Bear
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rough day in the groomer.......idiots....sorry
700classic
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You'll have that! Hang in there. Just remember when you make something idiot proof, they make a better idiot!
ya know, I might come off as the stereotypical 20-something with a big bore engine and aggressive riding yet I have not come anywhere close to not being able to stop in time for a groomer. I find every single turn to be a chance to make the correct decision, very few problems in years.
In response to the rhetorical question... slow/stop and wait for the wave, ride around while staying on trail and don't roost once you get into the other side... IOW - don't be a jackass. amidoinitrite?
In response to the rhetorical question... slow/stop and wait for the wave, ride around while staying on trail and don't roost once you get into the other side... IOW - don't be a jackass. amidoinitrite?
Running Bear
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pulled to a stop as I saw on coming sleds....total daylight......they must have been doing 60 plus never slowed whipped up 1/2 on the edge and left me in the snow dust......not smart it makes you wonder?????????????????? just thought I'd explain
groomerdave
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My crew and I have been asking this same questions for a long time! We get so many riders that pull right up to the front of the machine and look at us like we are going to move. It seems to only compound when you are having a tough night.
Think Snow! -Dave
Think Snow! -Dave
What we usually do is to stop back from the groomer off as far to the side as we can and wait to see what he wants us to do. Sometiimes there is plenty of room for him to continue and sometimes he waves us along. If that happens we go by slowly and wave our thanks for the great job and the smooth trails. And we do not roost!
As an operator, I appreciate the sledders that stop and 1) get off the trail if it's narrow and there's room for them to do so or; 2) wait until I get far enough off to the side with the groomer AND I stop so that they can safely get by me. In either case, I appreciate the sledders that look for direction on what to do. If I'm on the wider trails, where the sleds, going in either direction, can safely get around me, I look for them to slow down and use caution when doing so. I always try to slow down and pull over to give the sleds room.
As SKUTR says, the groomer does have the right of way...the main thing is to use caution and common sense! 99.9% of the riders are great when meeting or following the groomer. You always see a few, though, that think when they can fly by you at higher speeds...
Jim
As SKUTR says, the groomer does have the right of way...the main thing is to use caution and common sense! 99.9% of the riders are great when meeting or following the groomer. You always see a few, though, that think when they can fly by you at higher speeds...
Jim
classic_rider
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groomer always has the rite of way---besides being bigger ----pull over and wait for him to tell us what to do,usualy stops and waves us thru or goes bye us slowly.....
Very early we pull completely off the trail, wave to the groomer to continue and give a friendly wave as they go by.
And then we sit there and chat for a while to let the snow setup. Wish more trail riders did that instead of going WFO zig-zagging on fresh groomed.
...And of course - Take video of the groomer!
[Do I win a prize for best groomer etiquette?]
(Still photos from the video...)
And then we sit there and chat for a while to let the snow setup. Wish more trail riders did that instead of going WFO zig-zagging on fresh groomed.
...And of course - Take video of the groomer!
[Do I win a prize for best groomer etiquette?]
(Still photos from the video...)
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t660redrocket
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Pull over, stop, get $5 out and tip the groomer, hop back on sled and GO!
I usually take my glove off so he can clearly see me whipping him the finger. Just kidding, I do the same as others, pull to the side and wait for him to pass or wave us by.
I do have one complaint, honestly, the trails are too smooth. I miss the days of good ole whooped up turns you could hammer through. It's been about 8 years since I've been into riding and the growth of the sport along with better equipment has lead to the clubs and groomers doing a great job on the trails, kudos to you guys. The problem is with all the technology on sleds and all the bump capabilities, it's hard to get to use that side of the sled. When I come around a turn and see the groomer, I kinda get depressed. I don't want flat freeway driving, I had 5 hours of that driving up there.
With that said, you guys do a good job of grooming and I know the majority of people don't feel like me and though I like it rough, I appreciate your long late hours of work. Thanks.
I do have one complaint, honestly, the trails are too smooth. I miss the days of good ole whooped up turns you could hammer through. It's been about 8 years since I've been into riding and the growth of the sport along with better equipment has lead to the clubs and groomers doing a great job on the trails, kudos to you guys. The problem is with all the technology on sleds and all the bump capabilities, it's hard to get to use that side of the sled. When I come around a turn and see the groomer, I kinda get depressed. I don't want flat freeway driving, I had 5 hours of that driving up there.
With that said, you guys do a good job of grooming and I know the majority of people don't feel like me and though I like it rough, I appreciate your long late hours of work. Thanks.
D
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I never thought of that, but great idea!
The groomer is king of the trails & way bigger than us. Stop get direction from driver... thumbs up.. wave... proceed with caution. No groomers & trails would be whooped up unplowed forest roads & I get enough of that in increasingly busy off trail riding. Hardley any secret untracked spots anymore so more groomed trail riding for me. I appreciate all their work & early wee AM hours to provide the best of the best for all of us. Respect that groomer he/she is working for you with no pay.
Sno-Bandit Gary
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Riders, remember when meeting a groomer on a tight corner, the corner is not the place to pull off and park. We usually need the whole corner to get the groomer and drag around. Either stop far enough before the turn or wait for directions from the groomer. Thanks
Gary
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Gary
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