We enjoyed a great 70 mile ride today. Headed north on trail 7 into Gaylord. A few small ripples along the lake and closer to town. We stopped at Extreme so Mike could pick up a taller windshield. Then on across 27 and rode on to Lovells.
Overall the trails are in good riding shape. After lunch the temp was almost 30 degrees, snow was a bit slippery, and some sliding. The powerline stretch could have been just a litte smoother.. couldn’ quite open it up to full power, but still able to move right along.
Still lots of snow in those open stretches. There is alot of brown snow, especially in those stretches crossing roads, driveways or running along roads. Its a fact, it is dirty snow. It IS Snow! And it rides great, its just no as pretty.
When we headed south out of Lovells a few more corners that were icy and gave me a scare as I slid aound them. Beautiful stretch of smooth flat trail running thru the woods thru Hartwick Pines state property.
Trail 7 from Frederick up to Waters was excellent. I’ve had to listen to Mike scold me for my speed along this stretch. It was easy to do and feel absolutely confident. From Waters to the motel a few bumps.
No sunshine today…. so snow is holding up.
I can’t predict the future. If you’re looking for a weather prediction please check the different weather sites. We can only tell you what we see out our window.
If you’re looking for a snowmobile get away come to the Snowmobilers First Choice. Enjoy the clean rooms, sledders hospitality, and a great breakfast to start your day on the trail. Tomorrows breakfast is a favorite with our guests – biscuits and gravy. Ski Doo Snowmobil Rentals Available. 989-732-4914 or 989-732-2703.
Photo: The Au Sable River in Lovells.
January 13, 2010 | Ray's Retreat
Benzie-Manistee Snowmobile Club – 01/13
CAUTION!!!!! From Wellston to Kaleva Trail – VERY ICY!!!!!
Snowbirds, Welcome you back and Thank you for your support on our trails and local businesses also for riding through out our little neck of the woods. We do it all for you, with out your consideration and cooperation it couldn’t happen. Start up your snow dance to Let It Snow*** let it snow**** There’s 11-14 inches ground cover on north end, with 4 of it being ice and 4 being snow; excellent condition, more melting snow. On the South end we have 8 inches ground, crusty snow, base 4 inches, good condition. Bear Lake loop will NOT be groomed. Will report when that resumes. The trail on Highbridge Rd. from Old House Rd into the woods on River Rd is mogulley. Slow going there. The trails are crusty snow. We had our first casuality. So REMEMBER RIDE FOR THE CONDITIONS, SLOW DOWN!!!! Weather forecast is for the temps to start to warm up tomorrow, this will lead to a melt down; frizzle on Thursday to mid Fri then chance of lake effect on Saturday . Way to go Ray!! We wish you all a Happy New Year. Ski slopes are open and ready for your arrival. Hope your sleds are tuned up gassed up and ready for the snowmobile season. Support your winter sport don’t forget to buy your trail permit for 2010 season here. We sell permits through our members or at local merchants in this area and remember to get our trail map. More info on our web about who to contact www.benziemanisteesnowbirds.com
BENZIE BUREAU – 01/07
Hi all! It’s looking pretty good out there with the snow we have gotten of late and colder temps. Some areas showing some ice and snow for base and some more snow. Little bumpy in a few areas but over all good! Get out and enjoy! Groomers are out doing their "thing" but the Bear Lake loop is not being groomed, but when I hear that resumes, I’ll let ya know. Remember the groomers are volunteers out there for you, so if ya see one, get outta their way and give them a thumbs up. Grooming is done 4 days a week, by 3 groomers at different parts of the trail every Mon, Wed, Fri, and Sat. nights, plus "as needed". FYI – Snowmobile Safety class at the Snowbirds Clubhouse is coming up this Saturday, January 9, 2010, 8am start, ages 12 and up. Free, & Lunch is provided. Drop me a note that you are out there! Thanks Terry for your email! I love hearing everyone’s stories and reports! Remember this report is all of us working it together! BE SAFE, BE SMART, and I’ll SEEYA on the trails! Carol B — Benzie Bureau
January 13, 2010 | Explore Benzie Uncategorized
