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Originally from Rimouski in Québec’s Bas-Saint-Laurent region, Denis Lavoie is one of those for whom snowmobiling is more than a pastime—it’s a way of life. Introduced at a young age to the outdoors, he quickly developed a deep passion for snowmobiling, followed by ATV riding during his teenage years. A devoted long-distance rider, he logs thousands of kilometres each year on a quad, primarily exploring trail networks in the Bas-Saint-Laurent, Gaspésie and

Born and raised in a small rural community in the Lanaudière region, Patrick enjoyed the benefits of the great outdoors on the family farm from an early age. Patrick was 9 years old when his father bought a Honda Big Red. It was at that precise moment that his passion for recreational vehicles began, and has never waned since. He's an outstanding popularizer and knows how to use the right words to

Let me introduce myself, I've been a snowmobiler since I was 16, and I'm in my 45th snowmobiling season. I'm passionate at heart. I've been a columnist for several media outlets for 20 years now. I've been a columnist for over 15 years, and I'm now a contributing editor for the web magazine Motoneiges.ca. I've also been a columnist for several news outlets, including FM radio 104.01 and 104.07 for several years

Originally from Saint-Georges, in the Beauce region, Maxime has been fuelled by motorsports and adrenaline since childhood. At the age of seven, he received his first ATV, marking the beginning of a deep passion for off-road vehicles. His experience in racing naturally led him to pursue a diploma in recreational vehicle mechanics, and he worked for over ten years at a local dealership. His love for adventure later brought him to explore the

For more than 15 years, Mathieu has been passionate about everything that happens off the snowmobile trail. He is a big fan of off-trail snowmobiling and pure pleasure. For the past few years, he likes to present snowmobiling from another angle, as well as original products. He rides mainly in the Bas St-Laurent and Gaspésie regions. Articles de Mathieu

Ross has been immersed in snowmobiles since he was eleven years old; Fifty-three seasons now. He retired in 2021 after a 24 year professional career in the snowmobile industry. He started as a volunteer and then accepted an opportunity offered to him by the New Brunswick Federation of Snowmobile Clubs in 1997. When you meet Ross, it becomes instantly obvious that snowmobiles, and all things snowmobiling, are still an intricate part of his

Sébastien Ferron, a native of Quebec City and raised in the Gaspé Peninsula, has been a snowmobile enthusiast since the age of 6. From his very first rides, Sébastien successfully graduated to having "The Gift of Staying Put". Today, he continues to perfect this gift with passion. He moved to Quebec City at the age of 18 and continued his studies there. Sébastien discovered an interest in mechanics and made it his

Pierre has been passionate about wildlife and the outdoors since a very young age. As a child, he would roam the family land on cross-country skis or by bike, developing a strong need for adventure. That need was fulfilled when the family purchased their first snowmobile. After school, he could often be seen zipping around the figure-eight track he had built over many evenings. During his teenage years, he rode a vintage 1973 CB125, which he had

Dominic is originally from Shawinigan, in the Mauricie region. From an early age, he followed in the footsteps of his father, who was passionate about cars and motorized sports. His father introduced him to three-wheelers by buying him a Honda ATC 70. He was also driving his father's BigRed even before he was old enough to shift gears with his foot. In winter, his father took him everywhere by snowmobile, whether to

Greg's first snowmobile experience was in 1968 when his Grandfather purchased a new Ski-doo Nordic 371 package including dog sled as a surprise family gift. “Grampy” thought that the Gilbert's would enjoy the new sport of snowmobiling and he was right. Since that first ride as an 8-year-old, snowmobiling has provided Greg with one of the greatest pleasures of his life. The experiences, excitement, adrenaline, adventures, freedom, memories and friendships have relaxed

Pascal has lived in the beautiful Saguenay-Lac St-Jean region since he was young. He has always loved winter and being outside to enjoy it. He has been a snowmobile enthusiast for over 20 years. He loves to ride and devour many kilometres on the marked trails. His seasonal job in the construction industry allows him to fully enjoy his passion. He loves to admire what Mother Nature has to offer. He is

Originally from Murdochville Gaspésie, Jessy Poirier grew up in a winter wonderland where snowmobiling was more than just a hobby—it was a family passion. She quickly left groomed trails behind to specialize in technical backcountry mountain riding. Now based in Pemberton, British Columbia, she explores some of the West Coast’s most extreme zones on both sled and dirt bike. In summer, you’ll find her tackling brutal terrain on her Hard enduro bike, a

Véronique is a motorsports enthusiast from the Beauce region. Her love for snowmobiling dates back to her childhood when she spent weekends at the chalet with her parents. She fondly remembers the joy of riding through the snow on a snowmobile with her family—moments that sparked her deep passion. Before snowmobiling, she explored trails on an ATV and later on a side-by-side. She also participated as a driver in the Rallye Roses

Jessyca lives in the popular Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region, a true paradise for snowmobiling enthusiasts. Winter is without a doubt her favorite season. She has been involved in the sport from a young age, but it was in 2019 that she discovered the joy of no longer being just a passenger—she fell in love with riding. Whether she’s heading out on a girls’ ride or joining a group of guys, Jessyca always finds her place.

Valérie grew up in Saint-Donat, a small village in the Bas-Saint-Laurent region. Her love for  nature, gas-powered machines, ATVs, snowmobiles, and motocross dates back to her early childhood. By the age of 11 or 12, Valérie was already having fun on the family woodlot behind the wheel of her father’s 1997 Suzuki. She learned to handle her old 50 cc Yamaha motorcycle at a very young age. That was her version of

Originally from Centre-du-Québec, Yves is an engineering teacher with a passion for mechanics, extreme sports, and the great outdoors. A true adventure enthusiast, he blends an analytical mind with a thirst for freedom in everything he does. A mountain lover and avid mountain biker, he enjoys both cross-country and downhill (DH) riding, and has a keen interest in technical aspects, such as frame geometry and suspension tuning. In winter, his passion takes on a new dimension: as a seasoned

Born in Jonquière, Saguenay, Pascal has always loved anything with an engine. From 3-wheelers to armored vehicles in Afghanistan, he has touched everything. He started late to get off-road vehicles, at 24 years old, a beautiful 1982 Honda ATC 185S with no suspension. It was the beginning of an adventure that lasts and continues with the "bebelles". He now dabbles in snowmobiles, side-by-side vehicles, boats and road bikes. He is also involved

Denis bought his first snowmobile in 1987. It was a brand new Yamaha Enticer 340, the only practical vehicle for winter travel near the 60th parallel on the shores of Hudson Bay. In 1996, he joined a snowmobile club as a volunteer. Since then, his passion for learning has led him to hold nearly every position within a club (secretary, president, signage, grooming equipment, social activities, and more). In addition, the eight years he spent on the

Mario has been a snowmobile enthusiast since the early 1970s. While riding his parents' Skiroule on the family farm fields, Mario fell in love with this winter hobby and this passion has never faded. In the mid-1980s, he bought his first snowmobile, a 1976 Arctic Cat Panther. Since then, Mario has had many makes and models of snowmobiles, always looking for the perfect one for him. In 2009, he became a contributor

Daniel has a passion for snowmobile. He was raised close to St-Damien de Brandon, in the snowmobile heaven. When he started, there were no trails so he was riding in the fields and on the lake. We must say that he began to ride a snowmobile in 1967; he was using his friends’ machines, such as a 1964 Ski-Doo, a 1966 Ski-Doo, a Snow-Cruiser and an Alouette that made more noise than

Passionate about snowmobiles for 30 years, Hugo began his snowmobiling career on a powerful 1969 Olympic 335. Subsequently, he rode the models; Blizzard 9500, several Formula from the 80s and 90s to name a few. Hugo took a 5-year break to devote himself to the road circuit on motorcycles and finally returned in force to his childhood loves in 2006. Whether on snowmobile, ATV, Enduro cross, road motorcycle or circuit, Hugo will

Dany Tremblay is a winter sports enthusiast, with a passion for field hockey, which he played until the age of 18, and which he continues to this day as a regional referee. At the same time, he has come into contact with the world of snowmobiling, since he grew up in the countryside and now co-owns a vast forest property that he has to maintain. In his youth, Dany developed his mechanical skills

Born and residing in Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Frédérick Boucher-Gaulin penned his first articles nearly ten years ago. After writing for several automotive publications, such as Le Guide de l’auto, he discovered the wonderful world of snowmobiling, where he now works as a sales advisor. Fascinated by the diversity of disciplines within the sport and the sense of freedom it offers, he takes advantage of every moment on the snow to explore the forests and trails of his beautiful

For Guillaume, snowmobiling is a hobby that has turned into a true passion! From a young age, winter weekends were dedicated to it with his father, where he had the chance to go on snowmobile trips. As he grew older, he quickly developed a strong interest not only in riding but also in everything surrounding the industry. Starting with trail riding and discovering lodges and outfitters, as he got older, Guillaume shifted his

Stéphane Bisson is originally from Saint-André-Avellin in the Outaouais region and has been back for six years. It was in this part of the country that he began snowmobiling in 1991 at the age of 19, with a brand-new 1991 Formula MX. Stéphane has always owned Bombardier/BRP sports trail and two Grand Touring models. In 1991, during his first year as a snowmobiler, he became a volunteer with the local club, the Association