A Buyer’s Guide to Different Types of Snowmobiles

Snowmobiles have become an extremely popular form of winter recreation. While they have their beginnings in a need for transport through thick snow, they’ve since been used more by recreational riders, whether on trails or in competitions. Team Winnebagoland Powersports Center is your local snowmobile dealer in Oshkosh, WI. We have listed the primary types of snowmobiles to help you figure out what model might best suit your needs.

Mountain Models

If you want a snowmobile that can ride over fluffy powder, you should check out mountain sleds. These snowmobiles have a longer design that’s lighter in weight to help them coast over the top of snow. Bigger lugs help them with traction and their high horsepower engines are great for getting around in high altitudes.

Trail Snowmobiles

Love riding on groomed trails? Invest in a trail snowmobile that’s agile enough to be easy for new users to handle. This type of snowmobile is basic in its construction and isn’t weighed down with complex features. Trail models are not really made for extreme riding and they aren’t great for other types of riding outside of groomed trails, so you may need to look elsewhere if you want more versatility.

Touring

Long days out on the trail require a rugged touring snowmobile with all the features you need to be comfortable for hours of riding. Large windscreens help to keep the chill away and long tracks smooth out the ride. A powerful suspension system offers you maximum stability, while two-up seat models let you bring a friend along for the ride.

Crossover

Finally, you’ve got crossover snowmobiles, which combine the most useful traits of mountain and trail models for maximum versatility. You can ride on different types of terrain with a crossover snowmobile, thanks to its long tracks that can handle powder and trails equally well. Experienced riders will get the most out of a crossover snowmobile that can be tailored to their riding style.

Stop by our dealership in Oshkosh, WI, to take a look at our full stock of snowmobiles for sale. You can take advantage of our financing options to help with your purchase. Team Winnebagoland Powersports Center proudly serves all those in Green Bay.