February 26th, 2014 – Good news, bad news: good news – the trails are in fantastic condition and we have lots and lots of snow, bad news – the temperatures are dropping back down into the “very cold” zone. But we’ve seen worse; night time temps are expected to drop way below zero, somewhere in the minus 20 department, however daytime temps are looking to stay mostly in the single digits except for Thursday, where it’s only supposed to get to -3. When heading out just ride smart; layering of clothing, a full tank of fuel and a buddy to ride with in case one sled were to have problems. We’re getting even more snow today…we’ve received approximately 2-feet over this last week, probably more in areas like trail 102, 1 north and 13 north as they fall into the “snow belt area”. The groomers are out on all trails, no problems to report on any trails. Although, once again we’re having trouble with snowmobilers riding on the railroad tracks through Merriweather (near the Hoop) as well as in Bergland. In both areas the snowmobile trail runs parallel to the railroad tracks, so be sure you’re on the one that has snowmobile trail signs. You will be ticked by local law enforcement for riding on the RR tracks. Now that said, you couldn’t find better trail conditions than what we’ve got right here…come on up and have a blast riding in all this snow on trails that look as smooth as a roadway. Be sure to give our groomer drivers a thumbs up for the great job they’re doing!

Be sure to pick up a copy of the newest edition of the Gogebic Times, put out by the Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce, which can be found at most local businesses. Not only will you find a snowmobile map and a lake map but there are some really great articles about snowmobile riding in our beautiful area. Not to mention some really great articles about the Lake Gogebic area and lots of great information for year round fun. Take one or two home with you, there free of cost to all.

That’s all for now from Carolyn at the Hoop. I will keep you posted as often as conditions change. For additional information about the Lake Gogebic area we invite you to visit the only official website of the Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-464-3242 (888-GOGEBIC). From all of us here at Lake Gogebic have a great ride as well as a safe ride.

Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce – 02/26/2014

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Temps below zero this morning, now it is 10 above, light snow and windy.

The next couple of days are to be brutally cold with a slight warm up towards the weekend, I mean teens for highs. Groomers are out but drifts form in only a few minutes so watch the open areas. Remember this Sat is a vintage race at the I-500 track. – 02/24

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Trails are in excellent shape. Very cold temps to return for the next week. Wind is blowing so drifts will form after groomer grooms the trail.

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Sault Ste. Marie to Brimley, Trail #8 – Base 5-10 inches -Trail is in Excellent Condition. Go with the flow of traffic on the bridge in Brimley!

Brimley to Raco, Trail #8 – Base 5 – 12 inches -Trail is in Excellent Condition. Make sure you go with the flow of traffic when crossing the bridge in Brimley or you will be ticketed!!!!!

Raco to Naomikong Trail #8 [where Paradise meets us], Trail #8 <[p>Base 8-16 inches – Trail is in Excellent Condition. The wind is blowing and drifts form quickly after grooming.

Sault Ste. Marie City Trail, Trails #497, #449, parts of #8 & #49 –

Base 4-9 inches – Trail is in Excellent Condition. Downtown trail is open, marked. Snowplows will fill in some spots between grooms. City curfew is from 1am – 6 am. Remember most City streets are open to traffic, 20 mph, stop at all intersections, and ride the right hand side of street not on side walks. Watch for closed streets that are posted, mainly around the hospital, university, and state trunk lines.

Sault Ste. Marie to Kinross, Trail #49 –

Base 6-10 inches – Trail is inexcellent condition.Condition. When the trail is running along roads make sure you go with the flow of traffic on the right side of the road. Drifts form quickly.

Kinross loop and south to Pickford, parts of Trail #49, #494, #472

Base 5 – 10 inches – Trail is inexcellent condition,

Kinross to Raco/Rudyard, Trail # #480 & #472

Base 4-10 inches – Trail is in good to excellent Condition, The trail has been groomed completely and the water hole has been fixed. Watch for deer!

The Downtown Trail has been groomed, and it is marked. Since it used portions of parking lanes and crosses many streets there may be piles of snow pushed up from plowing streets and lots..

Base: 7 inches

Snowfall Past 24 hours: 0 inches

Last Grooming: Groomers are out on a daily basis

Current Trail Conditions: Excellent

Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association